Happiness Break: How to Awaken Joy
Cultivate more joy in your life with this practice led by meditation teacher and author Spring Washam.
Episode 125: Why Listen to the Other Side?
These days, it's hard to imagine befriending people with different politics than your own. But these two men did it using a tried-and-true practice.
Happiness Break: Six Minutes to Connect with Your Body
Dedicating a little time to tune into your body fortifies you to better handle the stresses of daily life.
Episode 124: Nine Steps to Forgiveness
How do you forgive someone while still holding them accountable? What if that person is yourself? This week, our guest tries a practice in…
Happiness Break: A Note to Self on Forgiveness
Letting go of our regrets can motivate us to improve and help us grow. Alex Elle, a poet and breathwork and writing coach, guides us through…
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Episode 123: When Rumination Is a Good Thing
When's the last time you made a good memory—intentionally? Our guest tries a practice in cultivating positive experiences and taking time…
Young Americans May Be Less Selfish Than Previous Generations
A new study suggests that young adults are more willing to cooperate with strangers now than they have been since the 1950s.
Happiness Break: A Meditation to Connect to Your Roots
When was the last time you thought about your ancestors? This guided meditation by Indigenous scholar Yuria Celidwen will help you connect to…
Why Are Asian Americans Being Attacked and What Can You Do About It?
Here are science-backed ways we can reduce hatred and division.
What Can We Do Now?
While votes for the 2020 election are counted, our contributors weigh in on what we as individuals can do now to preserve our well-being and…
Our Favorite Books of 2020
Greater Good’s editors pick the most thought-provoking, practical, and inspirational science books of the year.
Eleven Films That Highlight the Best in Humanity
It’s time for the Greater Goodies, honoring movies from the past year that exemplify optimism, love, empathy, and other keys to our well-being.
What Can We Learn from the World’s Most Peaceful Societies?
A multidisciplinary team of researchers is discovering what makes some societies more peaceful than others.
Episode 95: How to Enjoy Life More With Michael Pollan
Bestselling author Michael Pollan tries to get more out of life by temporarily giving up one of his pleasures.
How to Stay Open and Curious in Hard Conversations
Here are eight tips for having better conversations across our differences.
Ten More Films That Highlight the Best in Humanity
It’s time for the Greater Goodies, honoring movies from one of the most difficult years in living memory.