How Neuroscience Can Help Your Kid Make Good Choices
Learning self-regulation will set up your child for success in life.
Three Research-Backed Tips for a Grateful Workplace
Professor Ryan Fehr from the University of Washington shares research on how to build a culture of gratitude at work.
Episode 32: A Lesson in Thanks and Vulnerability
A junior high school teacher spent his life defying stereotypes about how men should express their emotions. Here he takes on a new…
How Your Arguments Might Change After You Get Married
A new study finds that commitment changes both transgressions and forgiveness in a relationship.
How Love Can Help Your Child Become More Compassionate
New research suggests that warm and loving relationships with parents help children grow into compassionate adults.
How Science Can Help Your Love to Last
Two relationship experts explain how to foster positive feelings and overcome challenges for a long-lasting relationship.
We’re Biased to Think Men Are Smarter, and That Hurts Women
A new study suggests that people are more likely to refer men for jobs that require high intellect.
Do Gratitude Programs Really Make a Difference at Work?
Diana Jason shares how Charles Schwab & Co. took the research on gratitude and put it to work.
What Happens When You Embrace Dark Emotions
A psychologist explains how to face emotional challenges using mindfulness, acceptance, and self-compassion.
The Top 10 Insights from the “Science of a Meaningful Life” in 2018
Our team names the most provocative and influential findings published during this past year.
How to Make Your Year More Meaningful
Here are some steps you can take to find meaning in the previous year—and purpose in the next one.
Why We Should Seek Happiness Even in Hard Times
Jack Kornfield shares his wisdom on why it’s important to focus on well-being, even during times of strife.
Why Experiencing Joy and Pain in a Group Is So Powerful
Brené Brown explains how to overcome our sense of disconnection and find our common humanity.
Five Ways Sleep Is Good for Your Relationships
New research highlights how sleep benefits our social lives.
Our Favorite Books of 2018
Greater Good's editors pick this year’s most thought-provoking, important, or useful nonfiction books on the science of a meaningful life.
Why the World Needs an Empathy Revolution
A new book explains how we can learn empathy and have better social interactions.