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Jason Marsh
Jason Marsh is the editor in chief of Greater Good. He is also a co-editor of two anthologies of Greater Good articles: The Compassionate Instinct (WW Norton, 2010) and Are We Born Racist? (Beacon Press, 2010).
Previously, he was the managing editor of the political journal The Responsive Community; he has also worked as a reporter and producer at KQED Public Radio in San Francisco, as a documentary producer, and as a kindergarten teacher. His first documentary, Unschooled, debuted at the Big Sky Documentary Film Festival. A graduate of Brown University and the UC Berkeley Graduate School of Journalism, Jason lives in Berkeley with his wife and daughter.
Stories by Jason Marsh
Honorable Mentions in Our “Human Happiness” Student Video Competition
May 19, 2012These entries offer quick recipes for happiness: nature, supportive relationships, altruism, and kittens.
The Runners-Up in Our “Human Happiness” Student Video Competition
May 18, 2012Watch them all for a major boost of happiness!
The Winner of Our “Human Happiness” Student Video Competition: “Bill’s Story”
May 17, 2012Check out this engaging tale of paper dolls, modern life, and the secret to true happiness.
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.
Do Mirror Neurons Give Us Empathy?
March 29, 2012Neuroscientist V.S. Ramachandran explains what mirror neurons tell us—and what they don't—about empathy and other skills.
Pro-Social Primates
March 28, 2012Yale psychologist Laurie Santos explains why we should get inside monkeys' minds.
Notes on Being Human
March 26, 2012A report from the frontiers of human consciousness and connection.
Could Positive Psychology Have Prevented the Massacre in Afghanistan?
March 18, 2012A new tragedy raises questions over how to respond to high rates of PTSD.
The Power of Self-Compassion
March 14, 2012Kristin Neff discusses how self-compassion differs from self-esteem, why self-compassion can be hard for Americans, and the transformative effect it had on her own life--part of Greater Good's podcast series.
Flag Tribute to Whitney Houston: Too Little, Too Late?
February 21, 2012In the controversy around an honor for Whitney Houston, Jason Marsh finds lessons about the nature of heroism and compassion.
Steven Pinker’s History of (Non)Violence
October 19, 2011The psychologist's latest book, The Better Angels of Our Nature, is essential reading for any reader of Greater Good.
The Grateful Dead
October 11, 2011Here's what happens when researchers make people visualize their own deaths.
The Limits of David Brooks’ “Limits of Empathy”
October 4, 2011Does empathy lead to altruism? The New York Times columnist gets it wrong.
The Surprising Benefits of Playful Papas
June 19, 2011New research suggests dads who play more with their kids make better husbands. But does it let them off the hook from changing diapers?
The Dark Side of Emotional Intelligence
June 9, 2011A new study suggests EI can be used for evil as well as good.
The Science of Happiness, Coming Soon to a Theater Near You
May 20, 2011An interview with Roko Belic, director of the new documentary film Happy.
Is Happiness Overrated?
May 17, 2011The founder of positive psychology zeroes in on what really matters.
Just Thinking of Comfort Foods Can Reduce Loneliness
May 10, 2011A new study shows how we hunger for social connection.
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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
Greater Good Live
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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