The Hidden Power of Mattering to Others–And to Yourself
A new book explains the importance of feeling valued and seeing the impact of your actions.
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The Best Greater Good Articles of 2025
We round up the most-read Greater Good articles from the past year—and our editors pick the best of the rest.
The Top 10 Insights from the “Science of a Meaningful Life” in 2025
Our team names the most provocative and influential findings published during this past year.
What Matters Most to People Who Are Dying
A new book explains how facing mortality helps people figure out what matters most, providing life lessons for us all.
How Hope Helps Us Build a Meaningful Life
According to a new study, feeling hopeful—even more so than just feeling good—may bring us a sense of meaning.
16 Ways People Find Purpose Around the World
A new study suggests that even across cultures, there is a lot of similarity in where humans find purpose in life and how it brings us fulfillment.
How Science and Culture Are Under Attack—and What We Can Do About It
We are going to need to work together to defend scientific research, schools, universities, libraries, news organizations, and museums against…
The Benefits of Building a Shared Reality With Your Partner
Seeing the world the same way your partner does can reduce uncertainty and make life more meaningful, especially during chaotic times.
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