When was the last time you helped someone who dropped something nearby? How about the last time you let someone merge into traffic, even though they were technically “in the wrong?” How about putting ...

This is what James means when he says: “You see that a person is justified by works and not by faith alone”. “Justified” in ...

Being kind and good-hearted isn't just something your grandma preached about; it’s a life philosophy worth sticking to. Sure, life can be rough, and sometimes it feels like kindness is a one-way ...

People living in societies with more corruption, inequality, poverty and violence are more likely to exhibit "dark" personality traits—like narcissism, psychopathy and spitefulness.

Morality is a tricky thing, especially in college. At UC Berkeley, where social awareness is deeply embedded in campus culture, students often find themselves navigating a complex moral landscape ...

Navigating the tricky landscape of relationships and interactions with others can sometimes leave you feeling like you’ve given too much of yourself without getting anything back. You might have ...

Mentors are mentors because they want to be helpful. Mentees provide mentors with that opportunity. Whether you are a mentor ...

Your value isn't solely determined by how happy you make others. I've written about the downside of being the hero and argued that doing so doesn't necessarily imply that one is a good person. The ...

This article follows the Direct Message methodology, designed to cut through the noise and reveal the deeper truths behind the stories we live. Being a good man isn’t just about being nice or doing ...

The night I realized I was a monster, I was wearing a volunteer badge and serving soup to the homeless. “God bless you,” I said mechanically, ladling hot liquid into a disposable bowl. My sleeve rode ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Tracy Brower writes about joy, community and the future of work. Having a good friend is one of the best things you can do for ...