Dec 17, 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 …

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5 days ago · 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 …

Dec 29, 2025 · Happiness isn’t always possible, but there are steps we as individuals can take that can improve the likelihood of happiness. Not all of these will work for you, but some might. …

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May 8, 2023 · Can Money Buy Happiness? It Depends on Why You’re Spending It According to new research, our purchases may make us happier when they're motivated by goals we care …

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 …

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 …

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These are Greater Good's 10 building blocks of individual and community well-being — the behaviors that research suggests will support your health and happiness, and foster positive …