E26 | HEALTH HACK: How Can I Be More Generous?

Health Hacktivators with Dr Alka Patel

In this episode of Health Hacktivators, Dr. Alka Patel speaks about the science of generosity and how to become more generous.

She explains why generosity matters and what makes people generous, exploring the innate nature of generosity in young children and the impact of epigenetics on gene expression. Dr. Patel emphasises the role of both nature and nurture in fostering generosity.

She discusses the five big personality traits that influence generosity, highlighting agreeableness, openness, and conscientiousness as key factors. Dr. Patel discusses the role of neurochemicals and hormones in our behaviour, including dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins. To measure and enhance generosity, she suggests self-reflection, journaling, and behaviour tracking, and also offers practical tips on how to embrace the power of one act of generosity at a time.

In this episode you’ll hear about:

• What factors contribute to generosity
• The five big personality traits that influence generosity
• The benefits of being generous, and how it can impact lifespan
• How to measure and enhance your own generosity

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