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Delia Fuhrmann

Delia Fuhrmann is a Greater Good research assistant.

By Delia Fuhrmann | August 1, 2012

A new study is the first to show that kids get a happiness boost from sacrificing for others, suggesting our strong inclinations for altruism.

By Delia Fuhrmann | June 22, 2012

Why Kind Workplaces Are More Successful

Free and online: Join us Wednesday, April 30, from 3–4 p.m. PT for a virtual fireside chat to explore how kindness and positive workplaces enhance organizational success and the bottom line.

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Are You the A*Hole?

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When we feel cared for, our cortisol levels drop, we feel safe, and we handle stress better. Dacher leads a meditation to help us focus on the people who make us feel supported.