How Teens Are Making Meaning Out of the Pandemic
These five adolescents are finding a sense of purpose in helping others.
Your Happiness Calendar for September 2020
This month, process your emotions and connect with what matters.
Why We Should Be More Optimistic About Human Nature
A new book argues that humans are more cooperative and trustworthy than we think, and social institutions need to reflect that.
How to Create a Climate of Care in School This Fall
Here are three key mindsets for school leaders to adopt during the pandemic.
Why Yoga Is Good for Your Body and Brain, According to Science
New research suggests that yoga directly influences our nervous systems, making us happier and healthier.
What Makes Us Happier Than Money?
The key to happiness isn't our income but something more meaningful, explains UC Irvine's Belinda Campos, Ph.D.
Seven Ways to Find Your Purpose in Life
Having a meaningful, long-term goal is good for your well-being. Here’s how to find one.
How Your Social Life Might Help You Live Longer
According to a new book, the secret to longevity isn't just diet and exercise—being connected and kind matters, as well.
How to Find Your Purpose in Life
Are you struggling to discover your purpose? That may be because you feel isolated from other people. Here's how you can overcome that.
What Makes a Hero?
We all have an inner hero, argues Philip Zimbardo. Here's how to find it.
Why Is Gratitude So Hard for Some People?
If you have trouble with gratitude, you’re not alone. Luckily, there’s something you can do about it.
5 Ways Giving Is Good for You
Jason Marsh and Jill Suttie offer added incentives to get into the holiday spirit.
10 Ways to Become More Grateful
Robert Emmons offers everyday tips for living a life of gratitude.
Ten Ways to Encourage People to Give More
People can become desensitized to appeals for donations. Here’s how to overcome the collapse of compassion.
How Music Bonds Us Together
According to new research, music helps synchronize our bodies and our brains.
Kindness Makes You Happy… and Happiness Makes You Kind
New research suggests that once you start doing nice things for other people, you might not want to stop.