May 3, 2012 · Coming up with a formal definition of happiness can be tricky. After all, shouldn’t we just know it when we feel it? In fact, we often use the term to describe a range of positive …

Oct 31, 2025 · Kira M. Newman Kira M. Newman is the managing editor of Greater Good. Her work has been published in outlets including the Washington Post, Mindful magazine, Social Media Monthly, …

Based at UC Berkeley, Greater Good reports on groundbreaking research into the roots of compassion, happiness, and altruism.

5 days ago · Coming up with a formal definition of happiness can be tricky. After all, shouldn’t we just know it when we feel it? In fact, we often use the term to describe a range of positive emotions, …

Jun 30, 2025 · Our monthly Happiness Calendar is a day-by-day guide to well-being. This month, we’re offering a special Happiness & Forgiveness Calendar —and we hope it helps you consider forgiveness.

Learn research-based practices to develop more compassion, resilience to stress, and moments of joy and inspiration. A happiness break in your day. <br />

Jul 30, 2025 · A review of research investigated how mental health and physical activity change in retirees around the world.

Feb 6, 2023 · A new book summarizes the findings from a famous happiness study that began in the 1930s—and explains how you can be happier.

Mar 20, 2025 · The happiest and helpiest countries In addition to the overall rankings, this year’s World Happiness Report also ranked countries in six other categories related to kindness and generosity. …

Aug 21, 2025 · Happiness Break: A Meditation for When You Feel Uneasy August 21, 2025 | 8:11 In this guided meditation with poet and teacher Henry Shukman, learn how allowing discomfort, rather than …