When It’s Hard to Connect, Try Being Curious (The Science of Happiness Podcast)
When we're more curious, we are more likely to be happier and have stronger relationships. Try deepening your curiosity with these…
When Can Religion Help Bridge Our Differences?
Prayer is a practice that can help people from different religions find a shared identity, come together, and heal.
Happiness Break: A Visualization to Connect With Your Heritage
Chef and author Bryant Terry leads us through a visualization to connect with our ancestors by appreciating our families' traditional foods.
How to Keep Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives Alive at Work
DEI programs are declining. Two DEI consultants explain what employees and organizations must do to reverse the trend.
The Science of Singing Along (The Science of Happiness Podcast)
For time immemorial, humans have connected deeply through singing with one another. We explore the science behind this, plus how group…
One Way to Improve Teen Mental Health: Activism
A new study finds that teens involved in youth programs develop more critical reflection and take more action to fight injustice and inequality.
Making Difficult Interactions More Respectful (The Science of Happiness Podcast)
Dr. Omar Guzman reflects on how a practice to cultivate more respect shaped the way he interacts with his patients.
How Do We Ensure That Students of Color Feel Respected?
We asked students of color what school is like for them. Here are some tips for educators and leaders to help make their experience better.
Why Are Asian Americans Being Attacked and What Can You Do About It?
Here are science-backed ways we can reduce hatred and division.
What Can We Do Now?
While votes for the 2020 election are counted, our contributors weigh in on what we as individuals can do now to preserve our well-being and…
Our Favorite Books of 2020
Greater Good’s editors pick the most thought-provoking, practical, and inspirational science books of the year.
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.
Ten More Films That Highlight the Best in Humanity
It’s time for the Greater Goodies, honoring movies from one of the most difficult years in living memory.
The Top 10 Insights from the “Science of a Meaningful Life” in 2021
Our team names the most provocative and influential findings published during this past year.
10 Keys to Everyday Anti-Racism
The founders of a new organization, the AntiRacist Table, suggest tools you can use to work against prejudice and inequality.