How Do Social Structures Shape Your Well-Being?
Happiness isn't just a product of what we do or who we are as individuals; social situations, structural forces, and public policies play a major…
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Happiness isn't just a product of what we do or who we are as individuals; social situations, structural forces, and public policies play a major…
According to Jamil Zaki’s research, hope is a better response to life’s challenges than cynicism.
This month, look for good in the world.
A new book explains the drawbacks of cynicism and how we can overcome it without being too naive.
In the chaos of life, it's helpful to remember that circumstances always change and we can improve our lives with effort.
What does the island reveal about the science of happiness?
A new study suggests that when people respond enthusiastically to our good news, we feel more grateful and closer to them—especially as we age.
We round up the most-read and highly rated Greater Good articles from the past year.