Episode 117: Catch Yourself in a Dream
Have you ever known you're dreaming while you're asleep? Our guests try practices to help induce lucid dreams, and we hear what they can…
Happiness Break: A 10-Minute Guided Practice
We guide you through a reflection of three things you're grateful for today. This practice is shown to boost happiness, connection, and…
Nine Tips for Talking With Kids About Trauma
After a tragedy, kids will have questions. How do we respond?
Episode 116: The Science of a Good Night’s Sleep
Do you struggle with sleep? This week Drew Ackerman of the Sleep with Me podcast tries tips for a good night's sleep, and we explore why it's…
Episode 115: Feel Better About Asking For Help
Does asking for help make you uncomfortable? Odds are, it'll go better than you think.
How We’re Overcoming the Stigma of Mental Health Issues
Shame and shunning make mental illness worse. But new studies suggest that attitudes are changing for the better—and that’s largely due…
How War Shapes Our Attitudes About Violence
New studies are discovering that exposure to war can make violence more acceptable among civilians—but there might be ways to break the cycle.
Episode 113: How to Find Your Spark in Life
Comedian Marilyn Pittman takes stock of what she really wants in life – and makes a plan to get it.
Why Are Asian Americans Being Attacked and What Can You Do About It?
Here are science-backed ways we can reduce hatred and division.
What Can We Do Now?
While votes for the 2020 election are counted, our contributors weigh in on what we as individuals can do now to preserve our well-being and…
Our Favorite Books of 2020
Greater Good’s editors pick the most thought-provoking, practical, and inspirational science books of the year.
Eleven Films That Highlight the Best in Humanity
It’s time for the Greater Goodies, honoring movies from the past year that exemplify optimism, love, empathy, and other keys to our well-being.
Four Lessons from “Inside Out” to Discuss With Kids
The new Pixar film has moved viewers young and old to take a look inside their own minds.
What Can We Learn from the World’s Most Peaceful Societies?
A multidisciplinary team of researchers is discovering what makes some societies more peaceful than others.
Episode 95: How to Enjoy Life More With Michael Pollan
Bestselling author Michael Pollan tries to get more out of life by temporarily giving up one of his pleasures.
Ten More Films That Highlight the Best in Humanity
It’s time for the Greater Goodies, honoring movies from one of the most difficult years in living memory.