Sometime in the autumn of 1861, Charles Darwin was having a bad day. “But I am very poorly today and very stupid and I hate everybody and everything,” he wrote to his friend. On days like that, Darwin ...

The “broaden and build” theory suggests feelings like joy and curiosity help you become more open, creative, and willing to ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

Many parents believe that their primary job is to ensure their children are happy at all times. They often rush to distract a crying child with a toy or a snack to stop the tears immediately. While ...

A recent study published in the journal Drug and Alcohol Dependence suggests that poor sleep in people with alcohol use disorder is closely linked to heightened negative emotions and specific changes ...