the whale experiment

010: she lost her son to cancer - but turned heartbreak into a mission changing lives: grief, resilience, and the legacy of Nils

what is something about losing a child that no one can truly understand until they live it? Lesli Berggren, founder of LOVE, NILS [https://lovenils.org/], shares her journey of losing her son to cancer and turning grief into a mission that supports children with cancer and their families. from heartbreak to resilience, she opens up about healing, hope, and the legacy of love that continues to inspire. this episode is a testament to the human spirit: that even in our darkest moments, love, connection, and purpose can emerge. whether you’ve experienced profound loss or simply want to understand the courage it takes to turn tragedy into transformation, Lesli’s story will leave you inspired and reflective. guest’s website: ⁠https://lovenils.org/ [https://lovenils.org/⁠] connect here: ⁠⁠thewhaleexperiment@gmail.com⁠⁠ out on tiktok/ig/youtube too:⁠ ⁠@thewhaleexperiment [https://www.instagram.com/thewhaleexperiment/]

009: mindfulness isn’t what you think - Harvard’s Dr Ellen Langer reveals the real secret to living fully

what if everything you’ve been taught about mindfulness is wrong? in this eye-opening conversation, Harvard psychologist and best-selling author Dr Ellen Langer — known worldwide as The Mother of Mindfulness — joins the show to challenge the myths that keep us stuck on autopilot. Dr Ellen reveals how true mindfulness isn’t about meditation or emptying your mind — it’s about waking up to the present moment, noticing new things, and reclaiming your power to shape reality. from aging and stress to perfectionism and regret, we explore how awareness can literally change your body, your happiness, and your future. if you’ve ever wondered how to live more fully, this conversation will make you rethink everything you thought you knew about being “present.” listen on to make the world a better place. guest’s website: https://www.ellenlanger.me/ [https://www.ellenlanger.me/] her new book: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/705365/the-mindful-body-by-ellen-j-langer/9780593497944/ [https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/705365/the-mindful-body-by-ellen-j-langer/9780593497944/] connect here: ⁠⁠thewhaleexperiment@gmail.com⁠⁠ out on tiktok/ig/youtube too: ⁠@thewhaleexperiment [https://www.instagram.com/thewhaleexperiment/]

008: what’s driving the youth mental health crisis in Singapore? inside a 25-year-old’s fight to fix it

today’s 1.2 billion youth face pressures no generation has known — academic stress, family expectations, digital-age distortions, and an uncertain economic future - all while navigating generational blind spots that leave their struggles misunderstood or unseen. in this episode, we’re joined by Tricia Tan, Founder of the mindline.sg [http://mindline.sg] Youth Fellowship, where together, we explored the questions that matter: why is there such a disconnect between how youth experience mental health challenges and how older generations perceive them? what practical steps can schools, families, and workplaces take to bridge the generational gap? this is more than a conversation about mental health; it’s about courage, change, and the possibility of a world where every young person feels safe to express, heal, and thrive. listen on to make the world a better place.   guest’s website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://selfstrology.com/]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://incontact.com.sg/]⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.annabellepsychology.com/%C2%A0]https://www.triciatan.com/work/mentalhealth [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.triciatan.com/work/mentalhealth] https://mindline.sg/ [https://mindline.sg/] connect here: ⁠⁠thewhaleexperiment@gmail.com⁠⁠ out on tiktok/ig/youtube too: @thewhaleexperiment [https://www.instagram.com/thewhaleexperiment/]

007: addicted to them? you might be mistaking it for love - limerence explained

is it love or a dopamine loop dressed as romance? in this explosive episode, we pulled back the curtains on limerence with Dr David & Ruth Perl, also known as The Married Therapists. learn about the ins and outs of this intoxicating obsession that masquerades as love, whether is it a trauma response in disguise and more - if you’ve ever fixated on someone who barely knows you or built a fantasy relationship in your head, this one’s for you. listen on to make the world a better place. guest’s website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://selfstrology.com/]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://incontact.com.sg/]⁠⁠ [https://www.annabellepsychology.com/%C2%A0]https://themarriedtherapists.com/ [https://themarriedtherapists.com/] connect here: ⁠⁠thewhaleexperiment@gmail.com⁠⁠ out on tiktok/ig/youtube too: @thewhaleexperiment [https://www.instagram.com/thewhaleexperiment/]

006: from giving up on life to rescuing others from the edge - a happiness researcher's story

after years of silently battling his own demons, he made a bold decision: to walk away from everything he knew. what started as an escape turned into a six month journey that reshaped his entire perspective on life, happiness and mental health. in this episode, we chat with Simon Leow, Co-Founder of Happiness Initiative, a social enterprise that translates research into programmes and products that empower people to take ownership of their own well-being, about his definition of happiness, how the rise of social media is affecting our ability to nurture deep, meaningful connections and more. whether you’re looking to improve your mindset or simply be happier, this conversation will leave you with valuable insights to unlock the secret to true happiness and make this your best year yet. listen on to make the world a better place.  guest’s website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://selfstrology.com/]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://incontact.com.sg/]⁠⁠ [https://www.annabellepsychology.com/%C2%A0]https://www.happinessinitiative.sg/ [https://www.happinessinitiative.sg/] https://www.wellbeingcircles.sg/ [https://www.wellbeingcircles.sg/] connect here: ⁠⁠thewhaleexperiment@gmail.com⁠⁠ out on tiktok/ig/youtube too: @thewhaleexperiment [https://www.instagram.com/thewhaleexperiment/]