Where Does Happiness Reside in the Brain?
Neuroscience research points toward the role our brains play in our happiness, even if we don’t understand all the brain’s mysteries yet.
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What Type of Meditation Is Best for You?
One of the most in-depth meditation studies to date shows that different practices have different benefits.
How Oxytocin Can Make Your Job More Meaningful
Does your job suck? Neuroscience research suggests it might be missing two key ingredients.
Does Self-Compassion Make You Compassionate Toward Others?
Despite what we might assume, research suggests that self-compassionate people aren't always compassionate.
You Might be Getting Your Politics from Your Group
New research explains how America's political divide is fueled by group dynamics (not just differences of opinion).
Why Is Gratitude So Hard for Some People?
If you have trouble with gratitude, you’re not alone. Luckily, there’s something you can do about it.
Why Attachment Parenting Is Not the Same as Secure Attachment
Parents who embrace attachment parenting can be distressed when they can’t live up to its ideals. They shouldn’t be.
Why Timing Matters for Your Happiness and Success
A new book explains the psychology of time and how to harness it for greater well-being.