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.
Episode 28: Being Kinder to Yourself
When you’re helping others cope with stress and anxiety, how do you deal with your own? Psychiatrist Elizabeth Guinto tries a practice to…
How to Make Your Workday More Mindful
We can find more balance at work by noticing distractions in all their different forms, says Joe Burton.
Episode 26: How to Connect with Your Body
International megastar Daniel Wu tries a practice that brings him calm amidst the chaos.
Seven Ways That Yoga Is Good for Schools
Teaching yoga at school might help students feel better and improve their grades, new research suggests.
Why Physical Touch Matters for Your Well-Being
Physical contact seems to be declining in modern life. But what happens when we lack human touch?
Episode 24: Try This Recipe for Happiness
Our Happiness Guinea Pig, children's author Joanne Rocklin, shares her happiness practice: bringing people together to share a meal. It took…
Episode 23: Can’t Relax? This Will Help
Why does a bath or swim feel so relaxing? Our guest shares her own happiness practice—spending time in water—which science is finding can…
Five Ways Mindfulness Meditation Is Good for Your Health
Research suggests that mindfulness benefits our bodies, not just our minds.
Why Physical Touch Matters for Your Well-Being
Physical contact seems to be declining in modern life. But what happens when we lack human touch?
Seven Ways to Help Someone with Anxiety
Knowing how anxiety works can help you to better support loved ones without inadvertently making their anxiety worse.
Where Music and Empathy Converge in the Brain
A new study suggests that people who are highly empathic process music differently in their brains.
Why You Should Prioritize Your Friendships
A new book looks at how friendship—in its many forms—contributes to our well-being.
Eight Reasons Why Awe Makes Your Life Better
Research suggests that awe can make you happier, healthier, more humble, and more connected to the people around you.
How to Make Your Workday More Mindful
We can find more balance at work by noticing distractions in all their different forms, says Joe Burton.
Episode 23: Can’t Relax? This Will Help
Why does a bath or swim feel so relaxing? Our guest shares her own happiness practice—spending time in water—which science is finding can…