Monkeys for Equal Pay
And every cat for itself! A report on Frans de Waal's recent Greater Good Science Center talk.
Four Ways to Make the Most of Gratitude on Valentine’s Day
Whether February 14th is your first Valentine’s Day together or your 35th, it's a great excuse to show gratitude for the one you love.
Robert Emmons Argues that Gratitude is “Queen of the Virtues”
In a new essay for Big Questions Online, he says we overlook gratitude's greatest benefits when we just focus on happiness.
Notes on Being Human
A report from the frontiers of human consciousness and connection.
Fox News: GGSC Fellow Study is “Junk”
New media coverage of our research ranges from the helpful to the political.
Is that Stranger Trustworthy? You’ll Know in 20 Seconds
New research co-authored by the GGSC's Dacher Keltner suggests we can instinctively detect whether a stranger is inclined to kindness.
The Limits of David Brooks’ “Limits of Empathy”
Does empathy lead to altruism? The New York Times columnist gets it wrong.
All You Need is Love (and Meditation)
Highlights from the last two days of the 2nd World Congress on Positive Psychology.
How to Reboot After Disappointment at Work
We can bounce back better from a disappointment if we pay more attention to our internal dialogue.
How to Fight Without Hurting Your Relationship
John and Julie Gottman explain what to do—and what to avoid—so your arguments actually make your relationship stronger.
Three Reasons Why You Need Anger
While anger gets a bad rap, studies suggest it can help us achieve difficult goals, if used wisely.
What to Do When You Don’t Like the Way You Feel (The Science of Happiness Podcast)
Our guest tried a practice in radical acceptance, a Buddhist principle made popular by today's expert, psychologist Tara Brach.
Happiness Break: Radical Acceptance, With Tara Brach
A meditation in meeting our most difficult emotions—like anger, disappointment, or fear—with mindfulness and gentle care.
What’s Wrong With Too Much Self-Control?
Self-control isn’t always a good thing. Being "overcontrolled" can be bad for your mental health.
Why We Should Share Our Good News (Not Just Our Struggles)
A new study suggests that when people respond enthusiastically to our good news, we feel more grateful and closer to them—especially as we age.
Six Ways to Hold Better Meetings
A communications expert offers tips for making your work meetings more productive and enjoyable.