Meaning, purpose, and wellbeing.
I compare three evidence-backed habits head-to-head: gratitude journaling, sleep extension, and forest bathing. One wins for most people, but it depends.
A single workweek experiment shows extending sleep by 46 minutes a night boosts flourishing, resilience, and gratitude. Here's how to build fulfillmen...
I compare purpose, relationships, and meaningful work on three criteria to decide which is the best bet for a fulfilling life—and when to choose each.
Stop waiting to feel called. The research on purpose, longevity, and fulfillment says you construct meaning through small, deliberate acts — not a lig...
Harvard's longest-running study on adult happiness keeps finding the same thing: relationships keep you alive. But what does that actually look like o...
I argue that fulfillment comes from purpose, relationships, and small daily practices—not from wealth or the pursuit of happiness. Here's the evidence...
We chase wealth and productivity, yet the science is clear: fulfillment comes from relationships, purpose, and meaningful habits. Here's how to build ...
We chase money, but data shows warm connections predict health and happiness better than riches. Here's the evidence and what to do about it.
Chasing wealth won't make you fulfilled. Research shows meaning, relationships, and purpose matter more. Here's how to build a life that feels worthwh...
You don't need to choose between gratitude and purpose—but if you did, one is more under your control. Here's the blunt truth from the research.
Research links a strong sense of purpose to a 20-34% lower risk of death. But most of us don’t treat purpose as something to work on. It’s time to cha...
Richer countries score lower on meaning and relationships. The Easterlin paradox shows income alone doesn't produce fulfillment. Here's what to do ins...
A fulfilled life isn't about chasing happiness. New research shows purpose, relationships, and meaningful work matter more. Here's how to build yours.