Do Mindful People Have a Stronger Sense of Self?
Mindful people might be happier because they have a better idea of who they are, suggests a new study.
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Four Steps to Feeling Better about Yourself
Self-criticism and low self-worth can hold us back. Here’s how to start banishing those negative beliefs.
Why Does Happiness Inequality Matter?
According to a new report, income inequality isn't the only thing we should be concerned about.
The Four Constituents of Well-Being
Dr. Richard Davidson, founder of the Center for Healthy Minds at the University of Wisconsin, Madison, explains what he sees as the four…
Well-Being Is a Skill
Full-length video for GGSC members: Dr. Richard Davidson, founder of the Center for Healthy Minds at the University of Wisconsin-Madison,…
The New Science of Singing Together
Studies find that singing in a choir helps forge social bonds—and it might even make you healthier.
Five Ways to Build Caring Community on Social Media
In the wake of the terrorist attack in Paris, it's time to ask what behaviors might support other people's well-being on social media.
How Friends Help Us Grow Old
A new study suggests that we need a lot of social contact when we’re younger—but as we age, we need to focus on closeness.