There Are 2 Kinds of Resilience, and You’re Probably Ignoring 1
In this article, GGSC Science Director Emiliana Simon-Thomas highlights the importance of social resilience in weathering life's challenges.
In the Media
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What I found when I scanned the brains of kids creating tunes on the piano
This article features an episode of Greater Good Science Center's "Science of Happiness" podcast, where Karen Barret talks about her research on what goes on in children's brains as they create and improvise music.
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Want to be more patient? Try these 6 expert-backed tips.
GGSC Science Director Emiliana Simon-Thomas and other experts offer research-based techniques to exercise our patience, including "zooming out" and practicing gratitude.
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Why Soccer Makes People Happier, According to Science
In this article, Kia Afcari, GGSC’s Director of Workplaces, and experts weigh in on why soccer makes us happy.
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Awe Psychology (Wonder) | Ologies with Alie Ward Guest: Dacher Keltner
UC Berkeley psychology professor and founding director of the Greater Good Science Center Dacher Keltner joins Ologies with Alie Ward to discuss his research on awe and how moments of vastness, from starry skies to a favorite song, can enrich our mental health and relationships.
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Why some people stare at the night sky and feel peace while others feel dread, and what that difference reveals about how you process your own insignificance
This SpaceDaily article highlights work from the Greater Good Science Center, including research by Faculty Director Dacher Keltner, suggesting the psychological benefits of experiencing awe.