One Way to Make Work More Meaningful (The Science of Happiness podcast)
We all overestimate how much we know. Our guest tries a practice in slowing down to ask more questions, and finds it leads to higher quality…
Are You as Ethical as You Think You Are?
Our moral decisions can be swayed by our feelings and our environments. Here are three ways to become a better person.
Where to Start If You Feel Burned Out at Work
Burnout expert Christina Maslach talks about the causes of burnout at work and how employees and employers can start addressing it.
Greater Good Resources for Women’s Well-Being
For International Women's Day, we gathered articles that aim to help women take care of themselves and each other, make a living, raise…
Four Ways to Turn a Bad Day Around
Some days, nothing seems to go right. Here are four steps to calm down and get things back on track.
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?
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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…
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.
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.