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?

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Tracy Brower writes about joy, community and the future of work. A new study identifies states where you’re most likely to ...

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 ...

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, ...