Elizabeth Svoboda
Elizabeth Svoboda is a writer in San Jose, CA, and a regular contributor to Greater Good. She is the author of What Makes a Hero?: The Surprising Science of Selflessness. Her newest book, for kids, is The Life Heroic.
Is Avoiding Other People’s Suffering Good for Your Mental Health?
An international study finds that people who turn away from compassion have felt more depressed and anxious during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Can the Olympics Change How We Think About Mental Health?
This year's Olympics is raising questions about the relationship between success and well-being.
What Does “Tough Compassion” Look Like in Real Life?
Tough compassion means speaking up, setting boundaries, and making uncomfortable choices for the greater good.
Can Gratitude Help You Live More Sustainably?
A new study suggests that when people give thanks, they’re less likely to overdraw from shared resources.
The Top 10 Insights from the “Science of a Meaningful Life” in 2020
Our team names the most provocative and influential findings published during this past year.
For a More Empathic World, People Have to Choose Empathy
Most people know how to feel others’ pain. But they have to be motivated to do it.
