Our Happiness Guinea Pig, the creator of Cartoon Network's We Bare Bears, finds a way to feel close to a loved one he recently lost.
Can a Happier Spouse Help You Live Longer?
Older adults have a lower risk of death if their partner is more satisfied with life.
Is Marriage Really Bad for Women’s Happiness?
Paul Dolan claims that women might be happier if they stay single. What does the research say?
Why Every Student Needs Caring Adults in Their Life
A new book argues that caring adult mentors are critical to students’ success in school and in life.
What Being a Stepfather Taught Me About Love
Jeremy Adam Smith has learned some difficult lessons from his stepchild—and he's grateful for them.
Episode 41: A Better Way to Talk to Yourself
Her husband has been in prison for 23 years. Our Happiness Guinea Pig tries a new approach to stay strong while working to get him released.
How Conformity Can Be Good and Bad for Society
A new book looks at why people conform to others’ expectations and how it can be a force for good and bad decision making.
How Cultural Differences Shape Your Happiness
Researcher William Tov explains why cultural differences matter for well-being.
How Caregivers Can Cultivate Moments of Positivity
Judith Moskowitz explains how positive emotion skills can help us cope with stress.
How Cultural Differences Shape Your Happiness
Researcher William Tov explains why cultural differences matter for well-being.
Episode 40: What to Do When You Feel Like a Failure
The loss of a job, the pain of a breakup -- it's easy to get down on ourselves when things aren't going well. Find out how our Happiness…
What Being a Stepfather Taught Me About Love
Jeremy Adam Smith has learned some difficult lessons from his stepchild—and he's grateful for them.
What Makes Technology Good or Bad for Us?
How technology affects our well-being partly depends on whether it strengthens our relationships.
Can a Happier Spouse Help You Live Longer?
Older adults have a lower risk of death if their partner is more satisfied with life.
How Caregivers Can Cultivate Moments of Positivity
Judith Moskowitz explains how positive emotion skills can help us cope with stress.
Episode 38: How To Let Go of Anger
Are you still mad at someone who hurt you in the past? That can eat away at your health and well-being. Our Happiness Guinea Pig tries a new…
What the Struggle for Gay Rights Teaches Us about Bridging Differences
In just a few decades, GLBT+ rights moved from the margins to the mainstream. Here's why.