Greater Good

Tara Bennett-Goleman and Daniel Goleman explain the science behind "mind whispering"—a technique for overcoming self-defeating habits of mind.

Studies show giving makes people happy, and happiness makes people give--but not always. Elizabeth Dunn and Michael Norton offer three ways to help people feel good about giving.

More calm and less chaos in just 20 minutes a week

Feeling fed up and burned out, Dad? That may be a sign of progress, says Jeremy Adam Smith.

From how to help students develop purpose to an interview with the creator of the World Peace Game, here's a round-up of our recent education content.

Research suggests that inducing awe in the classroom might inspire kids to find a sense of purpose in life

Print this list for Father’s Day—or for your next family dinner or gathering.

A new book highlights how mindfulness can help improve social relationships and nurture compassion toward oneself and others.

Dependence is nothing to be ashamed of, says Rick Hanson—and accepting our natural interdependence can make us stronger.

We can cultivate empathy throughout our lives, says Roman Krznaric—and use it as a radical force for social transformation.

They've been called ungrateful, narcissistic, and entitled. But new research reveals the hopes, ideals, and positive qualities of today's young adults.

Romantic betrayal is traumatizing, says psychologist Joshua Coleman. But couples can learn to trust again.

Adam Grant's research shows that "givers" rise to the top of the success ladder. Here's how you can make giving a way of life.

Hint: Don’t just turn the other cheek.

A giant in the field of social psychology draws on five decades of teaching and research to reveal the secrets of a fulfilling life to today's graduating seniors.

Close relationships require sacrifice. Here are seven questions to ask yourself before you give up too much.

It's easy to feel grateful when life is good, says Robert Emmons. But when disaster strikes, gratitude is worth the effort.

Here's a way to be thankful all year long.

Researcher Kristin Neff reveals the benefits of going easy on yourself: less anxiety, less conflict, and more peace of mind.

Can feeling good ever be bad? New research says yes—and points the way to a healthier, more balanced life.

Research is clear: Money doesn’t buy happiness, reports best-selling author John Robbins. So why do we continue to think that it does?

Does empathy lead to altruism? The New York Times columnist gets it wrong.

Researcher Kristin Neff reveals the benefits of going easy on yourself: less anxiety, less conflict, and more peace of mind.

Facebook is confronting cyberbullying and online conflict. Can a team of researchers help boost kindness among the site's 900 million users?

We can cultivate empathy throughout our lives, says Roman Krznaric—and use it as a radical force for social transformation.

Dacher Keltner explains how compassion is literally at our fingertips.

A new study offers the strongest evidence to date that meditation can change the structure of your brain.

Think humans are born selfish? Think again. Dacher Keltner reveals the compassionate side to human nature.

The most surprising, provocative, and inspiring findings published this past year.

Research is clear: Money doesn’t buy happiness, reports best-selling author John Robbins. So why do we continue to think that it does?

In an excerpt from his new book, psychologist Louis Cozolino applies the lessons of social neuroscience to the classroom.