A computer simulation shows how urban life has eroded our ties to the outdoors—and how we could reverse it by 2050. A new study revealed that humanity's connection to nature has declined by around 60 ...

Our intense connection fit no category. Would we be allowed to keep it? By Lei Wang One of the most intimate relations in Chinese culture is known as the “zhiji” — the “know-self,” one who knows you ...

Humans are wired for connection. Being connected to other people, pets, nature, and our own self feels good and right. But, how do we know when we are connected? What does connection actually feel ...

Research shows that reflecting on our shared humanity can increase self-compassion and life satisfaction while reducing feelings of isolation. In this practice, Dacher Keltner guides us to look ...

Our health is intrinsically linked with that of the ocean. Half of the oxygen we breathe comes from tiny plankton in the sea, and our actions on land, however far from the coast we live, influence our ...

In November 2017, my wife and I did the unthinkable: We packed up our lives in Calgary, Alberta — a bustling metropolis known for its glass skyscrapers and cowboy hats — and moved to Nelson, British ...

You're currently following this author! Want to unfollow? Unsubscribe via the link in your email. In July 2025, my husband, Zach, and I moved our family of four from the suburbs of Ft Worth, Texas, to ...

In my therapy sessions, I've noticed something quite touching: individuals confronting difficult emotions often find comfort when their pets are near, particularly while gently stroking their furry ...

Though news of the world can seem pretty grim at times, we at Greater Good try to see beyond the headlines. We know from research that it’s important not to give in to pervasive anger or despair. Even ...