How the “Strong Black Woman” Identity Both Helps and Hurts
Being a "superwoman" could help African American women cope with racial discrimination—but it may have some drawbacks.
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In the Long Run, Diversity Wins
A new study finds that societies generally come to accept religious diversity—but it takes time.
How Compassion Helped One Woman Leave an Extremist Group
Megan Phelps-Roper left the Westboro Baptist Church—and her story can teach us something about love, hate, and connecting across differences.
How to Talk to a Political Opponent Without Losing Your Cool
Could the secret to healing a polarized country lie in a Difficult Conversations Laboratory?
How to Work with the Bias in Your Brain
A new book uncovers the neurological roots of bias and the ways to combat its effects on society.
Our Favorite Books for Educators in 2018
Greater Good’s editors pick the most inspiring and informative education books.
Our Favorite Books of 2018
Greater Good's editors pick this year’s most thought-provoking, important, or useful nonfiction books on the science of a meaningful life.
Racism: Bad for Everyone’s Health
New studies reveal how racism hurts health. But they also show how having the right attitude can mitigate bad effects.