The Best Greater Good Articles of 2019
We round up the most-read Greater Good articles from the past year—and our editors pick the best of the rest.
Sonja Lyubomirsky on the Myths of Happiness
A leading researcher in positive psychology explains how understanding our misconceptions about happiness can ultimately lead us to a rich and meaningful life.
What Makes a Happy Parent?
Are parents really less happy than non-parents, as many recent books and studies have suggested? New research finds that the truth is…
Are Married People Happier?
A new study suggests that getting hitched is good for our happiness.
Other Episodes
Kristin Neff on the Power of Self-Compassion
The pioneering researcher and author of Self-Compassion explains why it's OK to accept your…
Paul Bloom on Sex, George Clooney, and Other Pleasures
The author of How Pleasure Works explains why we do good and how to find true happiness.
Srikumar Rao on Happiness at Work
The "happiness guru" of the business world discusses his ideas for finding joy and meaning…
Jane Brody on What Makes a Good Death
The award-winning New York Times columnist offers lessons for navigating the practical and…
Jonathan Haidt on Politics and Emotion
As the political season heats up, Professor Haidt explains how our emotions influence our…
Rick Hanson on the Neuroscience of Happiness
The best-selling author and psychologist discusses how we can literally re-wire our brains…
Stephen Batchelor on Buddhism and Science
The best-selling Buddhist author discusses the interplay between Buddhism and science, and…
Dacher Keltner on the Science of a Meaningful Life
The Greater Good Science Center's faculty director discusses "the science of a meaningful…
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