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Across cultures, languages and economic systems, feeling connected to the natural world is consistently linked to living a more hopeful, purposeful and resilient life. nymphoenix/iStock via Getty Images Plus

A connection to nature fuels well‑being worldwide, according to a study of 38,000 people

Feeling part of something larger than yourself may make it easier to cope with stress and uncertainty.
Obituaries provide a window into the prevailing traditions and moral values of their time. alexmillos/iStock via Getty Images Plus

What 38 million obituaries reveal about how Americans define a ‘life well lived’

Obituaries reveal shifting cultural values across time and place. Here’s a glimpse into how the moral vocabulary has evolved over several decades.
What motivates people to donate their time or money to make the world better? Alistair Berg/DigitalVision via Getty Images

Empathy and reasoning aren’t rivals – new research shows they work together to drive people to help more

Those driven by both heart and mind help the most people, even far beyond their own circle.
Shifting the public’s perspective toward greater concern for future generations could result in more support for climate change policies, among others. Artur Debat/Moment via Getty Images

We asked over 8,700 people in 6 countries to think about future generations in decision‑making, and this is what we found

When people reflect on how their actions shape the future, they are more likely to support solutions to present-day issues like poverty and inequality.
A multi-faith assembly of religious leaders and lay people in Manhattan in 2023 protest investments in fossil fuel. Erik McGregor/LightRocket via Getty Images

Research shows that a majority of Christian religious leaders accept the reality of climate change but have never mentioned it to their congregations

Churchgoers who think their religious leaders don’t believe humans are driving climate change are less likely to discuss it with fellow congregants or take action to mitigate the effects.

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