How Does Your Culture Influence the People You Trust?
According to a new study, we're more generous toward people when they express emotions valued by our culture.
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When Is Sacrifice Bad for Your Relationship?
A new study suggests that sacrifice is only problematic when your partner isn't supportive.
How to Give to Others without Burning Out
Research suggests that self-care can reduce stress and exhaustion—if we know how to practice it.
Where We Find Heroes
For the students of our Science of Happiness course, heroism is all around us.
How to Be Successful and Still Compassionate
A new book argues that helping others can actually help us achieve more.
What Happens When We Reconnect with Nature
Research is discovering all the different ways that nature benefits our well-being, health, and relationships.
What Would Buddha Do About the Economy?
Clair Brown suggests that the moment may be ripe for Buddhist thought to insert itself into Western economics.
How to Help Students Feel Powerful at School
Educators can exert power over students—or they can create an environment where students feel energized and capable themselves.