Nine Ways to Help Students Discuss Guns and Violence
How can educators respond to mass shootings in schools?
Two Hours of Training Can Help Teachers Reduce Racial Bias
A new study finds that a short empathy training for teachers can reduce suspensions for students of color.
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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…
Episode 115: Feel Better About Asking For Help
Does asking for help make you uncomfortable? Odds are, it'll go better than you think.
How We’re Overcoming the Stigma of Mental Health Issues
Shame and shunning make mental illness worse. But new studies suggest that attitudes are changing for the better—and that’s largely due…
Episode 114: Are You Tired of Being Afraid?
Fear is a normal part of our lives—but there are ways we can safely challenge and conquer it. Our guest tries a research-backed way to…
How to Deepen Our Compassion for Refugees
When we face large numbers of people in need, we almost instinctively pull back. By questioning this reaction, we can make space for a more…
Why Listening to Sad Music Makes You More Sensitive
A new study suggests that hearing somber music enhances our empathy, compassion, and desire to help someone.
Five Ways to Respond to People Who Don’t Want the COVID-19 Vaccine
Here are some research-based guidelines to help people overcome their vaccine hesitancy.
Six Tips for Speaking Up Against Bad Behavior
Psychologist Catherine Sanderson explains how to be more courageous in speaking up about bad behavior, from offensive speech to harmful actions.
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.
Empathy Quiz
How well do you feel and understand what others are feeling?
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.
Six Habits of Highly Empathic People
We can cultivate empathy throughout our lives, says Roman Krznaric—and use it as a radical force for social transformation.
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.
Does Venting Your Feelings Actually Help?
While letting your negative emotions out may feel good in the moment, science suggests it might make matters worse in the long run.