Happiness Break: The Unexpected Joy of Slow Looking
What happens when you linger and look closely at a piece of art? Nathalie Ryan, an educator from the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C.,…
The Art of Slowing Down
What happens when we slow down enough to really experience art? We visit a museum to discover how slow looking at art can cultivate awe, empathy, and…
An Awe Walk Through History and Possibility
Noticing the history and beauty around us can shift how we see ourselves—and our communities. An awe walk through Harlem reveals how the stories…
The Surprising Ways Caring for My Dad Made Me a Better Parent
Supporting an aging parent transformed how Courtney Martin thinks about connection, grief, and growth.
The Top “Science of Happiness” Podcast Episodes of 2025
We share our favorite podcast episodes of the year to help you find meaning, connection, and joy.
Our Favorite Parenting Books of 2025
Greater Good picks our favorite books to nurture resilience, open-heartedness, awe, play, and empowerment in parents and their children.
Can Awe Awaken the Environmental Activist in Us?
Research suggests that feeling awe in nature can nudge people toward caring about and protecting the natural world.
David Byrne on How Music Connects Us
Music helped former Talking Heads frontman David Byrne come out of his shell and connect with others—and research shows he's not alone. We explore…