Mark Wales

Mark Wales is a contributing writer for GOOD, residing in Los Angeles, California, who specializes in stories on science and culture.

intimacy, friendship, romance, boundaries, norms, communication, platonic relationship, romantic relationship

5 surprising truths that show romantic and platonic relationships are more alike than we think

“Most research thinks sex is the key difference, but it’s not.”

Dr. Arthur Brooks, Harvard professor, happiness expert, morning ritual, 6-steps, well-being, morning routine

Harvard happiness expert shares his 6-step morning ritual for the 'best possible' day

"I'm in the flow for the rest of the day."

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Feeling burnt out? Scientists discovered the type of music recharges and repairs your mind.

“This brain hack reboot can improve focus, mood, and energy.”

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Angry 8-year-old girl dying for a dog writes a letter to God. Six months later, a response.

"She was mad that her parents wouldn't get her a dog. So she appealed to a higher power."

HR, Human Resources, workplace, coworker, hygiene, concerning scenario, job requirements

6 respectful rules for telling a coworker about a hygiene problem

"An honest conversation that doesn't require you being a monster."

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Influencer's AirTag experiment has many questioning where our charitable donations really go

“His sneakers traveled almost 500 miles before stopping at a bustling marketplace in… Bosnia?”

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Breakthrough solar-powered 'leaf' eliminates need for fossil fuels in everyday essentials

"Science is turning the air we breathe into fuel without harming the planet."

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People dedicated to 'simple living' share the 10 rules for a happy, stress-free life

"Do one thing completely. Whether washing a bowl or answering a call, give your full attention."

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Navy SEAL recommends this mindfulness trick for parents to keep their cool

“Military training is stressful, but parenting can carry significant intensity too.”

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Solar power times 10: MIT's new concrete battery may revolutionize green energy storage

"If we keep up their spirit of combining material science with architectural vision, we could be at the brink of a new architectural revolution..."