How Nature Helps Us Heal
A doctor explains why he prescribes time outside to his patients.
Episode 102: Do You Want to Slow Down?
Anna Sale, host of Death, Sex, and Money, practices awe as an antidote to her anxiety.
Episode 100: 100 Good Things
For our 100th episode, host Dacher Keltner sits in the guest chair and tries one of the most popular happiness practices.
Episode 93: Noticing Nature in the City
When was the last time you stopped to admire a tree? Our guest finds that paying attention to the greenery near his home can bring peace of mind.
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Episode 92: What Humans Can Learn From Trees
Trees don't just compete with one another for resources, they also cooperate. Scientist and author Suzanne Simard explains the surprising…
Episode 88: How Music Soothes Us
What is it about certain melodies that can relax our nerves and rock us to sleep? We explore the science of calming music with pianist Rosey Chan.
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Episode 86: Scheduling Time to Feel Awe(some)
Feeling awe can boost your mood and make you feel more connected with others. Comedian Chris Duffy learns how to tap into it.
Six Ways to Incorporate Awe Into Your Daily Life
A new book explains how feeling awestruck can make you happier, healthier, and more connected.
What Can We Do Now?
While votes for the 2020 election are counted, our contributors weigh in on what we as individuals can do now to preserve our well-being and…
Six Ways to Manage Coronavirus Depression
Knowing what depression looks like and how to manage it can help prevent you from slipping into dark moods.
How Nature Helps Us Heal
A doctor explains why he prescribes time outside to his patients.
Eight Ways to Ease the Pain of Loneliness
Even if we can't be around other people, we can take steps to heal loneliness.
The Best Greater Good Articles of 2020
We round up the most-read Greater Good articles from the past year—and our editors pick the best of the rest.
Five Skills We Need for the Year Ahead
The pandemic has taught us some important lessons about how to take care of ourselves and each other.
Episode 85: Why We’re Drawn to Nature
What happens when we spend time outdoors? We explore how getting out in nature can restore peace of mind—and make us more creative.
How the Science of Awe Shaped Pixar’s “Soul”
A scientist and an artist explain how the new animated film uses visuals and music to bring awe to life.