Can Social Activity Be a Form of Medicine?
There is a growing movement of health care providers prescribing social activities and community engagement to patients, not just pills.
The Best Greater Good Articles of 2024
We round up the most-read and highly rated Greater Good articles from the past year.
Why Dancing Is The Best Medicine
Dance, one of humanity's oldest art forms, traces its roots back over 10,000 years. Its rhythmic movements are known to release endorphins, strengthen…
The Contagious Power of Compassion (The Science of Happiness)
Compassionate dialogue isn’t just about talking and listening—it's a meaningful way to bridge divides, cultivate belonging, and reimagine…
How to Practice Gratitude When You’re Not Feeling Grateful (Encore)
One way to feel more thankful for things is to imagine life without them. Our guest tries a practice for seeing the bright side, even when you feel…
What’s Giving Us Hope Right Now?
Researchers, nonprofit leaders, and other experts share what keeps them optimistic about a better future for American society.
Where Do We Go From Here?
In the wake of the 2024 election, our contributors weigh in on what we can do now to preserve our well-being and our democracy.
Resources for Finding Your Balance During a Stressful Election
Americans are stressed about their upcoming election. Here are some tips for managing that stress while building a better democracy.
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.
Where Do We Go From Here?
In the wake of the 2024 election, our contributors weigh in on what we can do now to preserve our well-being and our democracy.
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.
What’s Giving Us Hope Right Now?
Researchers, nonprofit leaders, and other experts share what keeps them optimistic about a better future for American society.
The Science of Humming (The Science of Happiness Podcast)
Did you know humming can soothe your nervous system? We explore the stress-relieving power of Bhramari Pranayama, also known as humming bee breath,…
What’s the Real Reason People Become Homeless?
A new book looks at why so much homelessness exists in the U.S. and what we can do as a society to reclaim our humanity.
The Best Greater Good Articles of 2024
We round up the most-read and highly rated Greater Good articles from the past year.
Do You Find Belonging in Groups or Communities?
Not all collections of people are created equal—and there's a reason why you might be more drawn to one than the other.