What Is the True Cost of Polarization in America?
If Americans don’t learn to build bridges with each other, we may see more government shutdowns, lying, segregation—and even violence.
Episode 33: Trying Compassion on Capitol Hill
Can you extend compassion toward a difficult person in your life? Congressman Tim Ryan tries a practice to help him reach across the aisle.
How to Avoid the Social Media Outrage Trap
Here are six ways to keep your head when the Internet loses it.
How the Media Can Help Prevent Mass Shootings
Sensationalized TV coverage of mass shootings may encourage more of them.
Are Social Media Driving Political Polarization?
Battles rage on Facebook and Twitter—but their influence on real-world politics is subtler than you might think.
Why Experiencing Joy and Pain in a Group Is So Powerful
Brené Brown explains how to overcome our sense of disconnection and find our common humanity.
Is Diversity Good for the Bottom Line?
According to a new study of professional videogaming, team diversity fuels success.
Eight Inspiring Moments from 2018
We remember acts of self-sacrifice, compassion, curiosity, and heroism from the past year.
What Is the True Cost of Polarization in America?
If Americans don’t learn to build bridges with each other, we may see more government shutdowns, lying, segregation—and even violence.
Why Experiencing Joy and Pain in a Group Is So Powerful
Brené Brown explains how to overcome our sense of disconnection and find our common humanity.
The Top 10 Insights from the “Science of a Meaningful Life” in 2018
Our team names the most provocative and influential findings published during this past year.
Episode 33: Trying Compassion on Capitol Hill
Can you extend compassion toward a difficult person in your life? Congressman Tim Ryan tries a practice to help him reach across the aisle.
10 Tips for Getting People to Talk Across Political Differences
Our experience shows that people with widely different viewpoints on big issues can have discussions, find agreement, and collaborate.
What’s Driving Political Violence in America?
Hate crimes are rising, and so is support for political violence. New research explores why—and what we can do to stop it.
Are Social Media Driving Political Polarization?
Battles rage on Facebook and Twitter—but their influence on real-world politics is subtler than you might think.
How the Media Can Help Prevent Mass Shootings
Sensationalized TV coverage of mass shootings may encourage more of them.