There is a growing movement of health care providers prescribing social activities and community engagement to patients, not ...

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Scroll down for a transcription of this episode. In this guided meditation, Dacher Keltner helps us cultivate awe by focusing on new beginnings. Whether it’s a budding plant, a new friendship, or a ...

Want to help friends and family follow through on their New Year resolutions? Christine Carter has seven tips for you.