PBS NewsHour spent much of last week trying to examine what still divides our country and the deep polarization that preceded the Jan. 6 riots. Now, Paul Solman looks at multiple efforts to bridge those major political and cultural fissures in the U.S., beginning with smaller steps forward.
Psychologists provide advice for dealing with this latest wave of Covid, and how to cope with the mental effects of a continually ongoing pandemic.
The Managing Editor of Greater Good magazine, Kira Newman, has identified some unexpected habits and needs that are foundational to our happiness as we move toward a post-pandemic world.
Some people had an epiphany in the pandemic: There’s more to life than work. They decided it was time to go—even though they are younger than the traditional retirement age of 65.
In the time of social distancing because of COVID, we are missing out on one of the most important facets of human interaction: hugging. Contributor Luke Burbank talks with experts about how the physical act of giving and getting a hug.
Two months of stay-at-home orders have tested the patience of many people -- especially in regards to the behavior of others. Those frustrations are prompting a wave of shaming in person or on social media sites such as Nextdoor.
