How Awe Walks Helped My Students Slow Down
Students at San Domenico School in California are finding wonder, peace, and inspiration in nature.
Why Achievement Culture Has Become So Toxic
The incessant pressure to perform takes a toll on children’s mental health—but there are other ways to help them find their sense of worth.
How Teaching Virtues Can Empower Young People
We created the Empowered Program to teach youth tools to promote purpose, hope, wisdom, peace, and forgiveness.
How Do We Ensure That Students of Color Feel Respected?
We asked students of color what school is like for them. Here are some tips for educators and leaders to help make their experience better.
How Children Can Bridge Differences Through Virtual Exchange
The Empathy Across the USA program connects diverse classrooms to help students build understanding and take action on local issues.
How to Disagree Without Having a Debate
Stanford students are coming together to discuss political differences with their peers across the country.
For More Productive Debates, Think About What’s Most Important to You
According to new research, reflecting on important values may help us engage in more constructive debates.
How West Point Is Expanding Character Education
Whether it's during fitness tests or mountaineering, West Point cadets learn, discuss, and set goals around character as part of their training.
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.
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.
What Are the Best Ways to Prevent Bullying in Schools?
A new study identifies the most effective approaches to bullying prevention.
The Top 10 Insights from the “Science of a Meaningful Life” in 2021
Our team names the most provocative and influential findings published during this past year.
The Best Greater Good Articles of 2021
We round up the most-read Greater Good articles from the past year—and our editors pick the best of the rest.
A Different Way to Respond When Kids Do Something Wrong
Restorative practices—taking responsibility, making amends, and seeking forgiveness—are an alternative to strict punishments and blame.
What Is Life Like Now for the Pandemic Generation?
Challenge and crisis have shaped the lives of today's college students. Where do they go from here?
Why Achievement Culture Has Become So Toxic
The incessant pressure to perform takes a toll on children’s mental health—but there are other ways to help them find their sense of worth.