Lectures on Tap - "The Science of Joy"

Join us for an engaging evening where professors, experts, and storytellers bring their thought-provoking lectures to your favorite bar in NYC.

Hosted by the Lectures on Tap team.

📅 Date: Tuesday April 8th, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Williamsburg, Brooklyn (Exact address given in confirmation email)
🎙️ Lecture: "The Science of Joy: What Actually Makes Us Happy?"
👨‍🏫 Speaker: Psychiatrist, Dr. Mena Mirhom

🏷️ Themes: psychology · scientific · empowering

What if joy wasn’t just an elusive emotion but a skill you could cultivate? In this engaging and thought-provoking talk, Dr. Mena Mirhom—psychiatrist, media expert, and sports consultant—dives into the science joy. From dopamine and serotonin to modern psychology, we’ll explore what actually makes us happy (and why we often get it wrong). With stories from elite athletes, ancient philosophy and everyday life, you'll learn how to rewire your brain for lasting joy—no toxic positivity required.

Dr. Mena Mirhom is a board-certified psychiatrist, sports psychiatry expert, and Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry at Columbia University Medical Center. Known for blending science, practical strategies, and a touch of humor, Dr. Mirhom has worked with elite athletes, including those in the NBA and NFL, to help them achieve peak performance. He is also a published author and a sought-after media correspondent. As the Chief Wellbeing Officer for Athletes for Hope and host of the Whole Being Athlete podcast, he’s passionate about empowering individuals to align their mind, body, and spirit for lasting success.

Don't miss this chance to dive into the scsience of joy with Dr. Mena Mirhom.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Williamsburg, Williamsburg, Brooklyn, United States