Your Happiness Calendar for July 2026
This month, build a better future together.
Why Midlife Might Actually Be Awesome
From stronger relationships to deeper purpose, research finds that midlife may come with unexpected gains.
How I Practiced Forgiveness When It Hurt the Most
When "the Compassion Guy" was killed, his sister was presented with the ultimate test of forgiveness and compassion.
What Happens When Parents Say “I Was Wrong”
Accountability matters in family relationships. Here's what research says about getting it right.
Is There Hope for Forgiveness After Group Violence?
Reconciliation work in Rwanda can serve as a model for what political forgiveness could look like between groups in conflict.
What Research Says About Gender Representation in Children’s TV
Research suggests inclusive representation can support empathy, identity development, and belonging.
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Five Families Who Learned How to Bridge Differences Together
In this video from our Bridging Differences for Parents and Teens series, learn how five families fostered skills for dialogue and understanding…
How to Nurture a Mindset in Teens that Values Diversity
In this video from our Bridging Differences for Parents and Teens series, learn how particular mindsets can foster awareness of why appreciating…
Navigating Emotions for Teens
In this video from our Bridging Differences for Parents and Teens series, learn to foster awareness of feelings without getting hung up on judging…
Unpacking Identity for Teens
In this video from our Bridging Differences for Parents and Teens series, learn how exploring the social groups we belong to can foster positive…
Helping Teens Recognize Our Potential for Change
In this video from our Bridging Differences for Parents and Teens series, learn how particular mindsets can foster openness to interactions with…
How to Listen to Teens with Compassion
In this video from our Bridging Differences for Parents and Teens series, learn ways you can listen to truly hear–with warmth and non-judgment.
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Mindfulness and Well-Being at Work
These are all of the presenters' slides from the four sessions included in "Mindfulness and Well-Being at Work."
The Internal and Interpersonal Nature of the Self-Organizing Mind
Dan Siegel's Slides at Mindfulness, Connection, and Compassion
The Art and Science of Mindfulness
Shauna Shapiro's slides from Mindfulness, Connection, and Compassion
The Science of a Meaningful Life for Education
Workshop for educators about how the science of a meaningful life (including awe, hope, mindfulness, empathy, compassion, self-‐compassion, and gratitude) can be applied to enhance the well-being of teachers and students.
Greater Good Gratitude Summit: Afternoon Sessions
These slides are from the afternoon sessions of the Greater Good Gratitude Summit.
Greater Good Gratitude Summit: Morning Sessions
These slides are from the morning sessions of the Greater Good Gratitude Summit.
Hardwiring Happiness
Rick Hanson's presentation on the new brain science of lasting inner strength and peace.
Cultivating a Meaningful Life
Workshop on the science and practices of a meaningful life (including awe, hope, mindfulness, and gratitude) for homeschooling parents to apply with themselves and their children.
The Science of a Meaningful Life
Keynote address on social-emotional learning and the science of a meaningful life (including empathy & compassion, altruism, forgiveness, and play) for homeschooling parents.
Helping Your Child Build a Happy and Meaningful Life—and Handle the Ups and Downs Along the Way
Workshop on the science of a meaningful life - including hope, self-compassion, mindfulness, and gratitude - for parents and their children.
The Science of a Meaningful Life for Students
Workshop on the science of a meaningful life - including awe, hope, self-compassion, mindfulness, and gratitude - for teachers and students.
Hope, Mindfulness, and Gratitude in Education
Workshop on the practices of hope, mindfulness, and gratitude for students.
Building a Positive School Culture
Tips and tools for school administrators on how to build a positive school culture.
Teacher CARE
Tips and tools for teachers and administrators on how to take care of themselves and avoid burnout.
Practicing Mindfulness & Compassion
The complete slides from the GGSC's inaugural conference.
Positive Thinking for Cranks and Pessimists: At Work
In a talk for the University of California, Berkeley, Tang Center, Jeremy Adam Smith explains how to manage on-the-job stress in a time of budget cuts and staff re-organizations.
Self-Compassion and Gratitude in Education
Workshop on the practices of self-compassion and gratitude for teachers and their students.
Flow and the Quality of Life
Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi's presentation on the importance of "flow" to creativity, happiness, and meaning in life.
The Science of Happiness
Dacher Keltner's presentation on how and why to cultivate happiness.
Self-Compassion and Emotional Resilience
Kristin Neff's presentation on the science, practice, and benefits of self-compassion.
Living Life Fully: Lessons from Lee Lipsenthal
Christine Carter's presentation on savoring life and living it fully, inspired by lessons she learned from Dr. Lee Lipsenthal.
Taking in the Good
Rick Hanson's presentation on how to turn fleeting positive emotions into lasting positive experiences, drawing on cutting-edge research from psychology and neuroscience.
The Science of a Great Relationship
Christine Carter and Frederic Luskins's seminar on the keys to a lasting and satisfying relationship.
The Biology of Stress and Happiness
Robert Sapolsky's presentation on the neuro-biology of human stress and happiness, delivered at the Greater Good Science Center's seminar, "The Science of a Meaningful Life: Building Compassion, Reducing Stress."
Building Compassion, Reducing Stress
Dacher Keltner's presentation on the science and practice of compassion, empathy, and altruism, delivered at the Greater Good Science Center's seminar, "The Science of a Meaningful Life: Building Compassion, Reducing Stress."
Seeds of Compassion, Roots of Empathy
Mary Gordon's slides from her presentation about her trailblazing program, Roots of Empathy.
Seeds of Compassion, Roots of Empathy
Dacher Keltner's presentation on the science and practice of compassion, empathy, and altruism.
Thriving Families: Insights from the Science of A Meaningful Life
Presentation on the keys to happy kids and compassionate families.
Building Compassion, Trust, and Happiness
Presentation delivered at the Greater Good Science Center's seminar, "The Science of a Meaningful Life: Building Compassion, Trust, and Happiness"
Building Gratitude
Presentation delivered at the Greater Good Science Center's seminar, "The Science of a Meaningful Life: Building Gratitude"
Taking in the Good: Weaving Positive Experiences into Your Brain and Your Self
Presentation delivered at the Greater Good Science Center's seminar, "The Science of a Meaningful Life: Building Gratitude."
Goodness, Evil, and Everyday Heroism
Presentation delivered at the Greater Good Science Center's seminar, "The Science of a Meaningful Life: Goodness, Evil, and Everyday Heroism."
“The Science of a Meaningful Life: Gratitude”
Presentation delivered at the Greater Good Science Center's seminar, "The Science of a Meaningful Life: Gratitude and Forgiveness."
“Why to Be Good, How to Be Happy”
Presentation delivered at the Greater Good Science Center's seminar, "The Science of a Meaningful Life: Why to Be Good, How to Be Happy."
“Compassion, Mindfulness, and Well-Being”
Presentation delivered at the Greater Good Science Center's seminar, "The Science of a Meaningful Life: Compassion, Mindfulness, and Well-Being."
“Beyond Happiness: Jen Science & the Good Life”
Part of Cal Discover Lecture Series.
“Seven Principles of Good Power: Machiavellian Myths and Power for the New World”
Keynote delivered at the California Psychology Association's annual conference.
“Myths of Power”
APA Conference
“Building Compassion, Creating Well-Being”
Presentation delivered at the Greater Good Science Center's seminar, "The Science of a Meaningful Life:Building Compassion, Creating Well-Being."