How to Find Hope When You’re Feeling Cynical
A new book explains the drawbacks of cynicism and how we can overcome it without being too naive.
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Our Favorite Parenting Books of 2023
Greater Good picks our favorite books to help parents and their kids nurture love, connection, and resilience.
Ten TV Series That Can Help You Be Your Best Self
Our contributors award "Greater Goodies" to the TV shows that helped them to get through the pandemic.
What Will Work Look Like After COVID-19?
Researcher Cristina Banks weighs in on what the pandemic has taught us about work.
Why We Should Be More Optimistic About Human Nature
A new book argues that humans are more cooperative and trustworthy than we think, and social institutions need to reflect that.
Why Do We Think Money Buys Happiness?
A bank error sent a Pennsylvania couple on a spending spree. What does their case reveal about the bad and good in humanity?
Do Young Kids Care About Your Success or Your Heart?
According to a new study, toddlers judge people by their status as well as their kindness.
What “The Good Place” Says about Good and Evil
Here is what the NBC series looks like when we watch it through the lens of the science of a meaningful life.