Can We Build a Better Normal After the Pandemic?
Psychologist Jamil Zaki believes the pandemic can help inspire us to build a more compassionate world.
Episode 89: How Music Can Bridge Cultures
Have you ever been moved by music sung in a language you don't understand? We speak with Gambian musician Sona Jobarteh about how music can…
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.
Your Happiness Calendar for April 2021
This month, find a sense of awe and peace.
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.
Episode 87: David Byrne on How Music Connects Us
Music helped former Talking Heads frontman David Byrne come out of his shell. Hear Byrne's story and learn how music creates social bonds in…
Your Happiness Calendar for March 2021
This month, be kind to yourself and others.
How to Become a Friend to Yourself
Kristin Neff and Chris Germer explain how self-compassion can transform the way you handle suffering.
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.
Your Happiness Calendar for November 2020
This month, hold on to goodness and hope for the future.
Your Happiness Calendar for February 2021
This month, share the love and find some healing.
Our Favorite Books of 2020
Greater Good’s editors pick the most thought-provoking, practical, and inspirational science books of the year.
Your Happiness Calendar for March 2021
This month, be kind to yourself and others.
Your Happiness Calendar for December 2020
This month, practice generosity and connect with your loved ones.
Your Happiness Calendar for April 2021
This month, find a sense of awe and peace.
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.