Joy. Bliss. Excitement. The neon signs of positive emotions get all the attention, but new research from Yale and UC Berkeley suggests a decidedly less flashy emotion is the key to fulfillment: ...

I’ve talked before about how, instead of trying to seek happiness, we should aim for the more manageable goal of contentment. I think this is something we would all do well to wrap our heads around ...

In the pursuit of tranquility and serenity, it’s not uncommon for individuals to find themselves looking in all the wrong places. The search for inner peace often leads them to seek peace in their ...

I am an advocate for schizophrenia recovery and know what it is like to live with the diagnosis. As I meet struggling families who contact me for advice and support, I understand the challenges and ...

I always used to say, “It’s a fine line between being alone and being lonely.” I think I’ve crossed that line. I know I made this decision to live in the desert all summer, but the solitude is ...