The Greater Good Science Center is dedicated to building connections with the community beyond UC Berkeley. By sponsoring public lectures and participating in public symposia we encourage dialogue about the importance of promoting positive emotions and relationships in classrooms, in families, and in our communities at large.
This day-long seminar and live webcast will offer strategies for cultivating self-compassion and reducing stress, led by Dr. Kristin Neff.
The Center for Compassion Altruism Research and Education presents this eight week course designed to develop the qualities of compassion, empathy, and kindness for oneself and for others.
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An interview with the GGSC's Dacher Keltner about the evolution of altruism.
The GGSC's parenting expert discusses how to help kids cope with stress and foster happiness.
Christine Carter talks about why parents need to be happy for their kids.
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Researcher R. Keith Sawyer looks to comedians and jazz groups for 10 keys to more creative, successful teams in the office, on the field, and beyond.
New research says mothers using childcare can reap social, psychological, and financial rewards.
The GOP presidential candidate cheated on his wife, then reportedly asked for an open marriage. What can we learn from his mistakes?
What the Costa Concordia disaster reveals about heroism—and how we can train ourselves to be heroes.
New media coverage of our research ranges from the helpful to the political.
Researcher R. Keith Sawyer looks to comedians and jazz groups for 10 keys to more creative, successful teams in the office, on the field, and beyond.
John Gottman explains how trust may be the most vital ingredient to a successful relationship.
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This invaluable resource, a special benefit for GGSC members, offers insight into what mindfulness is, why it’s important, and how to teach it.
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This day-long seminar and live webcast will offer strategies for cultivating self-compassion and reducing stress, led by Dr. Kristin Neff.
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