Episode 109: How Music Soothes Us (Encore)
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.
I’m a Happiness Journalist, and Omicron Is Crushing Me
With the new surge in COVID-19, Jeremy Adam Smith is asking himself if happiness is possible right now.
How to Turn Bad Anxiety Into Good Anxiety
A new book explains that anxiety can give us clues about how to make our lives better.
Our Favorite Books for Educators in 2021
Greater Good’s editors pick the most inspiring and informative education books.
How Four Deep Breaths Can Help Kids Calm Down
A new study shows that a one-minute breathing video helps reduce stress in kids' bodies.
Episode 108: The Case for Believing in Yourself
What does your best possible self look like? Our guest tries a practice in optimism by imagining her brightest future.
Episode 107: How Gratitude Renews Us
Feeling burned out? Our guest, a nurse, explores how cultivating gratitude helps people in high-stress jobs.
10 Happiness Practices a Doctor Prescribes to His Patients
In the face of COVID-19, one doctor is prescribing habits for health and happiness.
How Anxiety Hides in Your Habits
Before you try any tips to reduce anxiety, you have to understand your own anxiety routines, a new book argues.
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.
How to Turn Bad Anxiety Into Good Anxiety
A new book explains that anxiety can give us clues about how to make our lives better.
10 Happiness Practices a Doctor Prescribes to His Patients
In the face of COVID-19, one doctor is prescribing habits for health and happiness.
Our Favorite Books of 2020
Greater Good’s editors pick the most thought-provoking, practical, and inspirational science books of the year.
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.
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.
Episode 95: How to Enjoy Life More With Michael Pollan
Bestselling author Michael Pollan tries to get more out of life by temporarily giving up one of his pleasures.