Where Does Forgiveness Fit In When Racism Is Involved?
Evidence suggests that forgiveness may foster healing for some people, but it cannot replace accountability or justice.
Are Our Fellow Americans Kinder Than We Think?
A new Gallup poll suggests that kindness is common, though younger Americans see and offer kindness less often than older Americans.
What Students Say Builds Character in College
Research reveals the classroom experiences that foster empathy, open-mindedness, and civic engagement—and the obstacles that get in the way.
How Your Tiny Actions Can Help Build a Kinder Society
"Microkindnesses," like a smile, can spread from person to person and make an outsized impact on our sense of connection and belonging.
How Do We Scale Up Compassion?
Researchers are exploring what epidemiology—the science of how disease spreads—might teach us about spreading compassion.
Why Do So Many Women Go to Prison After Surviving Domestic Violence?
A new book investigates how the U.S. criminal justice system targets survivors of domestic violence to prosecute them for fighting back.
How Joy Helps Save the Planet
Choosing joy over guilt and shame can make climate-friendly habits easier to sustain while improving your own well-being along the way.
What Happens When a Movement Hero Causes Harm?
The sexual abuse allegations against Cesar Chavez reveal why it's complicated to associate a whole movement with one charismatic leader.
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