Compassion
A Kindness Practice for Families
Explore this mindfulness practice that parents and kids can do together—offering good wishes and compassion to others.
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Compassion
Three Ways to Raise Empathic Kids So They Become Compassionate Adults
Considering how to make the children in our lives better people helps us reflect on how we ourselves can be more compassionate.
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Compassion
Being Empathic Doesn’t Make You a Pushover
A new study finds that more prosocial people are less aggressive in competition—but they tend to win out in the long run.
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Why We Need an Empathy Revolution
A new book explains how we can learn empathy and have better social interactions.
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Try a 5-Minute Self-Compassion Break
Explore this informal mindfulness practice to foster a sense of connection and belonging.
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How Empathy Changes the Way We Process Music
A new study suggests that people who are highly empathic find listening to music more enjoyable.
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Calm
What “The Good Place” Says about Good and Evil
Here is what the NBC series looks like when we watch it through the lens of the science of a meaningful life.
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How to Overcome Stress by Seeing Other People’s Joy
If you’re feeling stressed or overwhelmed, don’t cut yourself off from other people, says Kelly McGonigal. Instead, double down on your capacity for connection.
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Compassion
Disarming the Narcissist
Dr. Michael Gervais speaks with clinical social worker Wendy Behary about how to identify and approach someone with narcissistic tendencies.
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How Humor Builds Empathy
Scott Aukerman, co-founder of "Between Two Ferns," defaulted to comedy to disarm bullies early in life. He thinks humor is key to fostering empathy and genuine interactions.
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