Authors
Jill Suttie
Jill Suttie, Psy.D., is Greater Good‘s book review editor and a frequent contributor to the magazine.
Stories by Jill Suttie
The Benefits of Introversion
May 15, 2012Do extroverts rule the world? A new book makes the case for some alone time.
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.
Righteous Minds
April 30, 2012Jonathan Haidt's new book tries to help liberals and conservatives understand each other. But does he succeed?
Eight Tips for Fostering Flow in the Classroom
April 17, 2012Every teacher wants students to feel engaged and happy in the classroom. Here are research-based tips for making it happen.
Can Schools Help Students Find Flow?
April 16, 2012Jill Suttie explores how can we help kids become engaged learners in an era of high-stakes testing and student burnout.
The Mindful Congressman
April 16, 2012A new book by Representative Tim Ryan (D-Ohio) tries to make mindfulness as American as apple pie.
Beautiful Souls
April 9, 2012A new book about acts of conscience lends insight to The Hunger Games phenomenon.
The Happiness of Pursuit
April 3, 2012What's the basis of a good life? Jill Suttie reviews three new books about happiness, forgiveness, and gratitude.
Two Views on Trauma
March 23, 2012Is there an upside to trauma? Two new books offer two different perspectives.
The Emotional Life of Your Brain
March 16, 2012A new book from Richard Davidson and Sharon Begley reveals how to train our brains for health and happiness.
From Adversity to Advocacy
March 15, 2012More and more research says activism helps people cope with illness and addiction.
Staying Sober through Service
March 13, 2012A researcher finds that helping others might be the secret weapon in the fight against addiction.
New World, New Mind
February 21, 2012Two new books explore the appeal of mindfulness to North Americans.
Can Romance Heal Childhood Traumas?
February 10, 2012A review of Wired For Love: How Understanding Your Partner’s Brain and Attachment Style Can Help You Defuse Conflict and Build a Secure Relationship
Thinking, Fast and Slow
January 31, 2012Three new books explore psychological change and the science of decision-making.
Your Smile or Your Life
January 26, 2012Marianne LaFrance's Lip Service reveals the high stakes behind our smiles.
Smarts and Stamina
January 12, 2012A new book provides 50 tips to help busy people improve their health, one step at a time.
Beyond Drugs: Health as a Path to Happiness
December 21, 2011Andrew Weil's new book, Spontaneous Happiness, contains important advice. But are his suggestions supported by research?
Developing a Buddha Brain One Simple Practice at a Time
November 26, 2011Jill Suttie reviews the new book from Buddha's Brain author Rick Hanson.
Urban Evolution
November 4, 2011A review of David Sloan Wilson's The Neighborhood Project: Using Evolution to Improve My City, One Block at a Time.
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Four Ways Happiness Can Hurt You
May 3, 2012Can feeling good ever be bad? New research says yes—and points the way to a healthier, more balanced life.
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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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Four Ways Happiness Can Hurt You
May 3, 2012Can feeling good ever be bad? New research says yes—and points the way to a healthier, more balanced life.
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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.
Three Ways to Find Happiness on Facebook
May 21, 2012How to keep your child safe (and happy) online, Part 2
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The Palace of Fine Arts, San FranciscoJune 23rd 2012, 10am-5pm
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