What If You Pursued Contentment Rather Than Happiness?
Contentment—the knowledge that things are OK exactly as they are, right now—is highly valued by many cultures.
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Gratitude Can Calm Our Urge to Compete with Others
Gratitude could help us get through the pandemic without turning on each other, a new study suggests.
How Can a Doctor Stop from Burning Out in the Pandemic?
Here's how Leif Hass is staying connected to patients when COVID-19 is keeping them apart.
How to Be Intentional About Consuming Coronavirus News
Researchers and media experts weigh in on how to stay informed about coronavirus while protecting your mental health.
Why Taking Care of Your Own Well-Being Helps Others
Our emotional well-being can benefit the people around us.
How to Avoid Feeling Defeated in Today’s Crazy World
The world's problems may feel overwhelming, but we can nurture our caring spirit so we stay active in solving them.
Does Your Culture Affect Your Motivation to Be Kind?
A recent study suggests that kindness makes us happy across cultures—with some subtle differences.
What I Learned About Resilience in the Midst of Grief
Losing her daughter put Lucy Hone's resilience research to the test.