We are all generally aware of the benefits of gratitude—which include a more positive outlook on life, and even physical benefits such as a reduction in the symptoms of stress. Especially as we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, we make a mental note to be more grateful.
Let's be real — we all want to lead happier lives. Co-produced by PRI and UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center, The Science of Happiness could help you along the way. Hosted by professor Dacher Keltner, the series offers research-backed methods that will help you become more…
What does “living well” really mean? It’s a big question, and one tackled daily by experts at the Greater Good Science Center (GGSC).
One of the great puzzles that psychologists face when facilitating change is that people can be very aware of the need to change at one point in time only to lose that focus a short while later.
Emiliana Simon-Thomas, Ph.D., the Science Director at UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center and a leading expert on the neuroscience and psychology of compassion, kindness, gratitude, and other “pro-social” skills, and Wisdom Labs’ Chief Science Officer, Parneet Pal discuss…
Friendships are an essential ingredient in a happy life, so it’s time to give them the care and attention they deserve. Keep reading to learn why friendships matter, how to sustain them and the simple steps you can take right now to be a better friend.