How to Talk to People You Disagree With (The Science of Happiness Podcast)
We learn techniques for working across the aisle without compromising our values from a Democratic politician in one of the most conservative states,…
We learn techniques for working across the aisle without compromising our values from a Democratic politician in one of the most conservative states,…
Who feels good when a good thing happens for someone else? Our GGSC sympathetic joy quiz results suggest it has almost nothing to do with money or…
In a new book, a seasoned negotiator outlines how to move through conflict effectively, even in the most intractable situations.
We can soothe and care for ourselves when there's a painful gap between the way things are and the way we want them to be.
Relying on our intuitions can help us be creative, but it might also contribute to conspiracy theories.
Young people used to be reliably happier than other age groups—but today, in certain regions of the world, they are struggling.
Beyond just feeling good, studies show experiencing other people's joy makes us more compassionate and satisfied with life.
Open-mindedness is a positive trait, but are there limits to the kinds of people and ideas we should be willing to engage with?
We can bounce back better from a disappointment if we pay more attention to our internal dialogue.
John and Julie Gottman explain what to do—and what to avoid—so your arguments actually make your relationship stronger.
While anger gets a bad rap, studies suggest it can help us achieve difficult goals, if used wisely.
Our guest tried a practice in radical acceptance, a Buddhist principle made popular by today's expert, psychologist Tara Brach.
A clinical psychologist suggests three ways to convince your body that change is a good thing.
A meditation in meeting our most difficult emotions—like anger, disappointment, or fear—with mindfulness and gentle care.
Self-control isn’t always a good thing. Being "overcontrolled" can be bad for your mental health.
Moral courage means standing up for our principles to stop wrongdoing or protect others, despite the risks. How can we foster it?
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