The Hidden Benefit of Disagreeing About Politics
A new study suggests that political disagreements with our friends and family might help us make better voting decisions.
How to Raise Boys Who Are in Touch With Their Feelings
A new book argues that we are hurting boys by not helping them value their emotions and their social connections.
Your Happiness Calendar for September 2019
Find gratitude & teach your kids resilience this month.
How to Beat Stereotypes by Seeing People as Individuals
We often judge people by their group membership—but research suggests other ways to see each other.
How to Bring More Meaning to Dying
Palliative care specialist BJ Miller and Shoshana Berger explain how to bring more meaning and less suffering to the end of life.
What Shapes Our Idea of Who Can Be American?
A new study finds that people in more diverse places have a broader view of what it is to be "American"
Episode 46: Making Kindness Contagious
We gave our Happiness Guinea Pig a mission: Do five random acts of kindness in one day.
Three Emerging Insights About Happiness
Researchers are exploring how our everyday thoughts and feelings contribute to our well-being.
When Are You Most Likely to Catch Other People’s Emotions?
Researchers discovered an important factor that influences how contagious emotions are.
How Your Relationships Can Bring Out the Best in You
Here are six things you can do in your relationships to support your growth.
Do We Need a New Roadmap for Getting Older?
Old age can last half a century, says physician Louise Aronson, so it needs a better definition—and more praise.
How to Bring More Meaning to Dying
Palliative care specialist BJ Miller and Shoshana Berger explain how to bring more meaning and less suffering to the end of life.
How to Beat Stereotypes by Seeing People as Individuals
We often judge people by their group membership—but research suggests other ways to see each other.
How to Raise Boys Who Are in Touch With Their Feelings
A new book argues that we are hurting boys by not helping them value their emotions and their social connections.
Your Happiness Calendar for September 2019
Find gratitude & teach your kids resilience this month.
Episode 46: Making Kindness Contagious
We gave our Happiness Guinea Pig a mission: Do five random acts of kindness in one day.