Are Social Media Driving Political Polarization?
Battles rage on Facebook and Twitter—but their influence on real-world politics is subtler than you might think.
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.
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.
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.
Eight Inspiring Moments from 2018
We remember acts of self-sacrifice, compassion, curiosity, and heroism from the past year.
The Best Greater Good Articles of 2018
We round up the most-read Greater Good articles from the past year—and our editors pick the best of the rest.
Is There Something Wrong with Philanthropy?
Public policies around charitable giving could be improved to really help those in need, Dr. Rob Reich argues.
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.
How to Avoid the Social Media Outrage Trap
Here are six ways to keep your head when the Internet loses it.
The Best Greater Good Articles of 2018
We round up the most-read Greater Good articles from the past year—and our editors pick the best of the rest.
Eight Inspiring Moments from 2018
We remember acts of self-sacrifice, compassion, curiosity, and heroism from the past year.
Episode 29: Who’s Got Your Back?
How do you build feelings of trust and security? Our Happiness Guinea Pig learns some truths about what it takes to feel supported.
Episode 25: These Words Cause Happiness
Did you know that you have the power to spark happiness in someone else's brain with just a few simple words? College student Eva Dickerson…