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How to Foster Group Creativity
April 11, 2012In the second of a two-part conversation, Imagine author Jonah Lehrer explains how science can help teams become more creative.
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You’re Never Too Old to Build Emotional Intelligence
April 24, 2012A recent study suggests we can learn to regulate and manage our emotions even after we’re reached adulthood.
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How to Relieve Stress
March 22, 2012Robert M. Sapolsky explains why stress can become a chronic problem—and how we can reduce the toll it takes on our lives.
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Five Lessons in Human Goodness from “The Hunger Games”
April 18, 2012The plot of the new film sounds cynical. But it reveals a surprising amount about the science of human goodness.
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Lessons in Creativity from Caine’s Arcade
May 1, 2012The latest viral video sensation is more than a portrait of a cute and creative kid. It's a guide to how we can nurture kids' imagination.
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How to Heal the Angry Brain
May 8, 2012A new book reveals how understanding the way your brain works can help you control anger and aggression.

How to Keep Your Child Safe (and Happy) Online, Part 1
May 14, 2012Tips for helping kids navigate the social media minefield
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When is Stress Good for You?
Combining wit with deep knowledge, Robert Sapolsky explains the optimal amount of stress.
WatchThe Greater Good Guide to Mindfulness
This invaluable resource, a special benefit for GGSC members, offers insight into what mindfulness is, why it’s important, and how to teach it.
Get the GuidePathways to Gratefulness
The Palace of Fine Arts, San FranciscoJune 23rd 2012, 10am-5pm
Network for Grateful Living presents a summit geared at awakening the practice of gratefulness and grateful living in all of us.
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