This article was published in Scientific American’s former blog network and reflects the views of the author, not necessarily those of Scientific American What does it take to live a meaningful life?

As a society, we are becoming more accepting of mental illness—and this is a good thing. At the same time, the range of emotions we experience from time to time, such as sadness, anger, irritability, ...

Core beliefs are deeply ingrained beliefs we hold about ourselves, others, the future, and the world. They develop early in life through significant experiences. Core beliefs play a powerful role in ...

Is your life monotonous or filled with enriching experiences? Here’s how to know if you’re living a “psychologically rich” life. Is your life stuck in routine or brimming with experiences that ...