Four Reasons Why Endings Can Make You Happier
New research suggests that anticipating the end of a good experience is an effective—but counterintuitive—way to enjoy it more.
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How Laughter Brings Us Together
New research suggests that people who laugh together like each other more.
Three Things I Learned from Teaching Happiness
Emiliana Simon-Thomas shares the key truths about happiness that are most meaningful to learners.
How Awe Brings People Together
A series of experiments suggest that awe causes us to have a smaller sense of self, which shapes our social networks in positive ways.
What Happens to Your Social Network When You Die?
A new study suggests that online social networks become more active after someone dies, which may help in the healing process.
Why Are So Many Adults Today Haunted by Trauma?
Our political and social systems don't support fundamental human needs, says Gabor Mate—which affects our ability to deal with traumatic events.
How Comforting Others Helps You with Your Own Struggles
According to two new studies, we need practice dealing with our difficult feelings—and we get it from helping other people manage their own.
Why Curious People Have Better Relationships
Research suggests that being curious might be a social glue that strengthens our relationships.