Thinking About Reaching Out to Someone? Science Says Do It
Two new studies find that connecting with someone is even nicer than we expect.
Episode 121: 36 Questions to Spark Intimacy
What if you could fall in love, or forge deep connections, in just 45 minutes? Our guests, Kristen Meinzer and Jolenta Greenberg of By The…
Your Happiness Calendar for August 2022
This month, get creative and connect with your body.
Can Gratitude Reduce Your Stress at Work?
A new study suggests that expressing gratitude at work helps people have better stress responses during challenging tasks.
When Do Your Secrets Hurt Your Well-Being?
A new book explains why we keep secrets and provides useful guidance around whether or not to reveal them.
Episode 120: How to Feel Less Lonely and More Connected
When we feel more connected, we're kinder and care more for others. After 21 years of being incarcerated, our guest Simon Liu, of Bay Area…
Happiness Break: 36 Questions to Feel Connected
Reconnect with someone you love or create new, more meaningful bonds with these 36 questions.
Episode 119: How to Say “Sorry” Like You Mean It
Apologies are key to successful relationships. But are you doing them right?
Our Favorite Books of 2020
Greater Good’s editors pick the most thought-provoking, practical, and inspirational science books of the year.
How to Find Your Purpose in Life
Are you struggling to discover your purpose? That may be because you feel isolated from other people. Here's how you can overcome that.
Our Favorite Books of 2021
Greater Good’s editors pick the most thought-provoking, practical, and inspirational science books of the year.
How Your Siblings Can Make You Happier
Sibling relationships affect us more than we probably realize—and we can work on improving them at any age.
Your Happiness Calendar for August 2022
This month, get creative and connect with your body.
Does Venting Your Feelings Actually Help?
While letting your negative emotions out may feel good in the moment, science suggests it might make matters worse in the long run.
How Pandemic Fatigue Made Us Antisocial
COVID-19 took a toll on our relationships. Understanding why might help us come back together.
Five Ways to Help Someone With Depression
Knowing how depression works can help you better support loved ones who are struggling.