Five Tips for Talking With Kids About What’s Going On in the World
By discussing challenging topics with our children, we can help them practice compassion.
Happiness Break: A 10-Minute Guided Practice
We guide you through a reflection of three things you're grateful for today. This practice is shown to boost happiness, connection, and…
How to Prepare for the Stresses of College
Researchers explain the most common causes of stress and distress at college, and what students can do to thrive during a big life transition.
Nine Tips for Talking With Kids About Trauma
After a tragedy, kids will have questions. How do we respond?
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Episode 116: The Science of a Good Night’s Sleep
Do you struggle with sleep? This week Drew Ackerman of the Sleep with Me podcast tries tips for a good night's sleep, and we explore why it's…
Can Being Kind to Yourself Help Alleviate Boredom?
A new study finds that people who are more self-compassionate feel less bored and have a greater sense of meaning in life.
Can Self-Compassion Help Trans Teens Thrive?
Transgender teens face heightened risks of depression and suicide—but practicing self-compassion can improve their mental health and resilience.
Episode 115: Feel Better About Asking For Help
Does asking for help make you uncomfortable? Odds are, it'll go better than you think.
Four Surprising Ways to Get a Better Night’s Sleep
Research suggests that practicing gratitude, forgiveness, mindfulness, and self-compassion may improve our sleep during stressful times.
Our Favorite Books of 2020
Greater Good’s editors pick the most thought-provoking, practical, and inspirational science books of the year.
Is Your Brain Foggy? Here Are Five Ways to Clear It
Studies are finding that isolation, stress, and uncertainty can cause forgetfulness and disorganization. Here’s what to do about it.
Eleven Films That Highlight the Best in Humanity
It’s time for the Greater Goodies, honoring movies from the past year that exemplify optimism, love, empathy, and other keys to our well-being.
Ten TV Series That Can Help You Be Your Best Self
Our contributors award "Greater Goodies" to the TV shows that helped them to get through the pandemic.
Our Favorite Books of 2021
Greater Good’s editors pick the most thought-provoking, practical, and inspirational science books of the year.
Seven Ways to Help Someone with Anxiety
Knowing how anxiety works can help you to better support loved ones without inadvertently making their anxiety worse.
Four Lessons from “Inside Out” to Discuss With Kids
The new Pixar film has moved viewers young and old to take a look inside their own minds.