Do You Compare Yourself to Your Partner? It’s Not All Bad
Comparison may sometimes be the thief of joy, but it’s also an important tool for making predictions and decisions in our love lives.
The Ups and Downs of Communal Living
A new book shares the many creative ways that people of all ages are living interdependently and getting support and connection.
What Happens When Sixth Graders and Elders Learn Together
Instead of attending regular school, a group of sixth graders in Canada spend time at a long-term care home—and young and old seem to benefit.
What African Countries Can Teach Everyone About Flourishing
New research challenges assumptions about well-being and highlights the role of culture, connection, and purpose.
The Well-Being Practices Helping Educators and Students in Wartime
Small, evidence-based practices are helping teachers foster connection, resilience, and hope amid extraordinary uncertainty.
Why Midlife Might Actually Be Awesome
From stronger relationships to deeper purpose, research finds that midlife may come with unexpected gains.
How My Daughter and I Connected Over the Knicks
A shared love of the Knicks gave us a common language, strengthened our relationship, and taught us lessons about belonging, resilience, and joy.
Seven Ways Fatherhood Rewired My Brain
A father of three reflects on how becoming a parent taught him about love and helped him grow as a human being.