Other People May Not Be the Solution to Loneliness
A new study finds that people feeling very lonely are not necessarily comforted by company.
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Where to Look for Joy (The Science of Happiness Podcast)
How can we feel more moments of joy? We explore the science of joy and how we can cultivate it in our everyday lives, with poet Ross Gay and…
What Art Does for Your Brain
A new book explores how making and appreciating art makes you happier and healthier.
Four Ways We Avoid Our Feelings—and What to Do Instead
Avoiding our emotions is not good for our mental health. A psychologist explains how to break the habit and embrace your vulnerability.
World Happiness Report Finds That Crises Make Us Kinder
Since the pandemic began, people around the world have been helping, donating, and volunteering more—especially in Ukraine.
A Few Small Ways to Fight the Holiday Blues
While many of us look forward to the winter holidays, they sometimes make us feel down. Here are ways to lift your mood.
Why Is Self-Compassion So Hard for Some People?
There's a different way to practice self-compassion if the typical reflective exercises don't work so well for you.
How to Learn From Your Failures
Research suggests that we need to overcome some emotional and cognitive barriers if we’re to learn from our defeats—but it can be done.