Robert Emmons

Robert A. Emmons, Ph.D., is the world’s leading scientific expert on gratitude. He is a professor of psychology at the University of California, Davis, and the founding editor-in-chief of The Journal of Positive Psychology. He is the author of the books Thanks! How the New Science of Gratitude Can Make You Happier, Gratitude Works!: A 21-Day Program for Creating Emotional Prosperity, and The Little Book of Gratitude.

By Robert Emmons | October 11, 2017

Robert Emmons explains how gratitude can not only make us happier but also improve our relationships and performance at work.

By Robert Emmons | November 21, 2013

Does gratitude make us lazy? Naive? Robert Emmons, the world’s leading scientific expert on gratitude, debunks some common myths and misconceptions.

By Robert Emmons | November 12, 2013

What must we overcome as a culture or as individuals for gratitude to flourish? The key, argues Robert Emmons, is to see all of life as a gift.

By Robert Emmons | May 13, 2013

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

By Robert Emmons | November 17, 2010

Robert Emmons offers everyday tips for living a life of gratitude.

By Robert Emmons | November 16, 2010

Need some motivation for practicing gratitude this Thanksgiving? Robert Emmons, the world's leading scientific expert on gratitude, reveals why…

By Robert Emmons | May 23, 2019

Robert A. Emmons, Ph.D., one of the world's leading researchers on gratitude, shares how gratitude works in life and in the workplace.

By Robert Emmons | September 10, 2014

The author of Thanks! introduces the science of gratitude at the Greater Good Gratitude Summit in June 2014.

By Robert Emmons | November 17, 2010

Robert Emmons discusses why practicing gratitude has transformative effects on our social and emotional well-being.

By Robert Emmons | November 15, 2010

Robert Emmons explains how gratitude has the ability to heal, energize, and change our lives.

By Robert Emmons | November 13, 2010

Robert Emmons shares the results of his research on gratitude: better health, more happiness, and stronger connections to others.

By Robert Emmons | November 1, 2010

Robert Emmons offers research-tested strategies for becoming a more grateful person.

Building Gratitude

By Robert Emmons | October 22, 2010

Presentation delivered at the Greater Good Science Center's seminar, "The Science of a Meaningful Life: Building Gratitude"

By Robert Emmons | September 25, 2009

Presentation delivered at the Greater Good Science Center's seminar, "The Science of a Meaningful Life: Gratitude and Forgiveness."