Is Awe a Path to Resilience in Caring Professions?
One doctor finds strength in moments of wonder and beauty with his patients.
What Makes You Procrastinate (Which Isn’t Always a Bad Thing)
Our brain's cognitive biases enable us to put off important tasks, even though it hurts us later. But are there benefits to procrastination?
Your Happiness Calendar for January 2023
This month, move your body and move forward.
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How to Make Life More Meaningful (The Science of Happiness podcast)
Chris Sharma is one of the greatest rock climbers of all time, and he's taking on some of the biggest challenges in life: becoming a parent…
Our Favorite Books of 2022
Greater Good’s editors pick the most thought-provoking, practical, and inspirational science books of the year.
Ten Tips to Keep Work From Taking Over Your Life
When work and life feel like they're in conflict, we can set boundaries and take steps toward better work-life integration.
Eight Ways to Protect Your Mental Health When You’re Unemployed
It's normal to feel anxious or depressed when you're unemployed. Here are some concrete suggestions for building resilience.
Happiness Break: 5 Minutes of Gratitude
Not sure how to start practicing gratitude? Psychologist Dacher Keltner guides you through a practice that can help you see the good things…
Your Happiness Calendar for January 2023
This month, move your body and move forward.
The Six Keys to Positive Communication
Communicating better can help you achieve your goals and deepen your relationships.
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.
Our Favorite Books of 2020
Greater Good’s editors pick the most thought-provoking, practical, and inspirational science books of the year.
Ten Ways to Make Your Time Matter
Accepting our mortality helps us let go of busyness and focus on what’s most important to us in order to live a happier, more meaningful life.
Our Favorite Books of 2022
Greater Good’s editors pick the most thought-provoking, practical, and inspirational science books of the year.
Our Favorite Books of 2021
Greater Good’s editors pick the most thought-provoking, practical, and inspirational science books of the year.
How to Learn From Your Failures
Research suggests that we need to overcome some emotional and cognitive barriers if we’re to learn from our defeats—but it can be done.