What Makes Us Help Others—the Head or the Heart?
While critics argue that empathy can be limiting, new research finds that empathy and reasoning work together to drive people to help more.
Ten Movies That Can Make Your Holiday More Meaningful
Here are movies that tackle some of the tough stuff behind the holidays with intelligence and wit.
Do Thank Yous Keep Kindness Going?
New research finds that receiving gratitude may inspire you to help again, but not in every situation.
Greater Good Resources for Thriving Over the Holidays
We gathered articles that explore holiday stress management, managing conflict, picking gifts, making resolutions, and more.
Young Children Are Capable of Extreme Bravery—Here’s Why
Researchers have examined the personality traits, the brain circuits, and the learnings that lead to children's heroic acts of courage.
How Our Friends Act Like Social Insurance
Research finds that friendship is less of an exchange of giving and receiving, and more of a support system for unpredictable times.
How Climate Messaging Can Backfire—And How to Improve It
A new study looks at what happens when people learn about the climate impact of behaviors like recycling, biking, and eating less meat.
How to Intentionally Change Your Personality
A new book explores the science of personality change and how to go about it, if you want to improve your life.
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