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Rob Jordan

Rob Jordan is the associate editor for environment and sustainability at the Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment.

A new book from the GGSC

What if we didn't take good things for granted, and recognized all the kindness we receive from others? Learn how gratitude can lead to a better life—and a better world.

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How to Keep Your Empathy Switched On

Emiliana Simon-Thomas explains how empathy works in the brain and why we should resist the urge to turn away from suffering.
Podcast Episode 109: How Music Soothes Us (Encore)

What is it about certain melodies that can relax our nerves and rock us to sleep? We explore the science of calming music with pianist Rosey Chan.