Why People Quit Religion—and How They Find Meaning Again
Sep 24, 2024 · Religion has long been a central part of life for many. But recent trends in the United States have revealed that increasingly more people are leaving religion.By 2070, many project that Christianity will no longer be the majority religion in America.And among those who don’t identify as religious—called “nones”—more than …
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Diversity Definition | What Is Diversity - Greater Good
Jan 2, 2025 · For the Greater Good Science Center, “diversity” refers to both an obvious fact of human life—namely, that there are many different kinds of people—and the idea that this diversity drives cultural, economic, and social vitality and innovation. Indeed, decades of research suggest that intolerance hurts our well-being—and that individuals thrive when they …
What’s the Real Reason People Become Homeless? - Greater Good
Aug 14, 2024 · I spoke with Adler about his book and how each one of us can be part of building a more hospitable country. Courtney Martin: One of the fundamental arguments of this book is that homelessness isn’t just a result of economic poverty, but relational poverty.
How Social Media Can Add to Your Well-Being (Not… - Greater …
Dec 13, 2022 · Social media use can be harmful. The effects are troubling and well-documented, from tragic stories of adolescent life lost to academic research on the psychological harm such platforms can cause, including anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem.
How to Find Your Purpose in Life - Greater Good
Jan 10, 2018 · Do you have a sense of purpose? For decades, psychologists have studied how long-term, meaningful goals develop over the span of our lives. The goals that foster a sense of purpose are ones that can potentially change the lives of other people, like launching an organization, researching disease, or teaching kids to read.
Purpose Definition | What Is Purpose - Greater Good
Jan 8, 2025 · To psychologists, purpose is an abiding intention to achieve a long-term goal that is both personally meaningful and makes a positive mark on the world. The goals that foster a sense of purpose are ones that can potentially change the lives of other people, like launching an organization, researching a disease, or teaching kids to read. Our sense of purpose will change over the course of our ...
To Live Longer, Find Your Purpose in Life - Greater Good
Nov 20, 2024 · In this study, researchers drew on data from almost 6,000 adults who’d participated in the Midlife in the United States (MIDUS) study between 1994 and 1996. These middle-aged participants had reported on their physical health, overall life satisfaction, relationships, and work status.
Your Happiness Calendar for December 2024 - Greater Good
Nov 27, 2024 · 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, and Tech.co, and she is the co-editor …
Purpose in Life Quiz - Greater Good
What’s your purpose in life? It’s a daunting question. But your answer may say a lot about your well-being. Studies link a sense of purpose to better physical and mental health. But your purpose isn’t just about you. According to researchers, a true purpose is one that is both personally ...