Your Happiness Calendar for October 2022
This month, make time for self-reflection.
Episode 124: Nine Steps to Forgiveness
How do you forgive someone while still holding them accountable? What if that person is yourself? This week, our guest tries a practice in…
Does Mindfulness Get in the Way of Making Amends?
According to a new study, one type of meditation promotes apologies—but another one has the opposite effect.
Happiness Break: A Note to Self on Forgiveness
Letting go of our regrets can motivate us to improve and help us grow. Alex Elle, a poet and breathwork and writing coach, guides us through…
Episode 120: How to Feel Less Lonely and More Connected
When we feel more connected, we're kinder and care more for others. After 21 years of being incarcerated, our guest Simon Liu, of Bay Area…
Happiness Break: Experience Nature Wherever You Are
Just a few moments of tuning into nature can make you feel more inspired, connected, and less lonely. Let us guide you through a five-minute…
How to Make Better Decisions (Encore)
Can practicing mindfulness make us wiser? Judge Jeremy Fogel explores how being present in the moment helps him keep a clear mind and stay…
Episode 119: How to Say “Sorry” Like You Mean It
Apologies are key to successful relationships. But are you doing them right?
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.
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…
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.
10 Happiness Practices a Doctor Prescribes to His Patients
In the face of COVID-19, one doctor is prescribing habits for health and happiness.
Five Science-Backed Strategies to Build Resilience
When the road gets rocky, what do you do?
A Different Way to Respond When Kids Do Something Wrong
Restorative practices—taking responsibility, making amends, and seeking forgiveness—are an alternative to strict punishments and blame.
Eight Keys to Forgiveness
Forgiveness can be incredibly difficult. Robert Enright explains where to start.
Four Character Strengths That Can Help Kids Learn
Research suggests that fostering character strengths can help children be better students.