Episode 75: A Cure for Loneliness
Feeling lonely? Former U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy learns why focusing on the quality of our relationships, not the quantity, can be an…
How Reading Fiction Can Shape Our Real Lives
A novel changed the life of Francesca Lo Basso—and there’s scientific evidence that she’s not alone.
Ten Keys to Everyday Anti-Racism
The founders of a new organization, the AntiRacist Table, suggest tools you can use to work against prejudice and inequality.
Eight Ways Your Perception of Reality Is Skewed
A new book explains the sometimes-unconscious forces that shape what we see, feel, and think.
Your Happiness Calendar for September 2020
This month, process your emotions and connect with what matters.
Working Parents Are Angry. But What Can We Do?
A psychologist examines the maddening stress of balancing work and parenting during a pandemic.
The Science-Backed Benefits of Being a Dog Owner
Let’s not forget to thank our dogs for all the benefits they bring us—especially through the challenges of COVID-19.
Why Yoga Is Good for Your Body and Brain, According to Science
New research suggests that yoga directly influences our nervous systems, making us happier and healthier.
How to Find Your Purpose in Life
Are you struggling to discover your purpose? That may be because you feel isolated from other people. Here's how you can overcome that.
21 Ways to “Give Good No”
Saying “no” can be really hard. But Christine Carter has a three-step plan to get there.
Six Habits of Highly Empathic People
We can cultivate empathy throughout our lives, says Roman Krznaric—and use it as a radical force for social transformation.
Do Mindfulness Apps Work?
Research on mindfulness apps is limited, but here’s what we know so far.
Six Habits of Highly Compassionate People
Follow these steps to feel more compassionate toward others and toward yourself.
Six Ways Happiness Is Good for Your Health
Need some extra motivation to get happier? Check out the ways that well-being has been linked to good health.
Is Social Connection the Best Path to Happiness?
If you want to be happier, a new study suggests, you should focus on your relationships.
The Psychology of Taking a Knee
The backlash against protests by Colin Kaepernick and other athletes raises scientific questions about body language, power, and group dynamics.