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Gretchen Rubin / The Onward Project

Happier with Gretchen Rubin

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Happier with Gretchen Rubin

Gretchen Rubin / The Onward Project

Happier with Gretchen Rubin

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Happier with Gretchen Rubin

Gretchen Rubin / The Onward Project

Happier with Gretchen Rubin

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Ep. 1: We discuss the one-minute rule for tackling clutter, whether you're a "satisficer" or "maximizer," the infamous one-coin loophole--plus Elizabeth talks about the treadmill desk that I gave her. Want to get in touch? @gretchenrubin; @eliz
We talk about the Kansas City-related story of Taylor Swift’s romance with Travis Kelce, discuss plans for revisiting a “happiness project” this year, and come up with ideas for maintaining the habit of hiking.Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrub
For this Very Special Episode, we discuss some of the top tools for habit change. There’s no one-size-fits-all solution for making or breaking habits, but some tools are particularly effective and popular. We talk about accountability, “don’t b
Why we shouldn’t try to “mind-read,” a reading hack to strengthen habits, and a conversation about “The Joy of Movement” with Kelly McGonigal.Get in touch: @gretchenrubin; @elizabethcraft; [email protected] in touch on Instagram: @
Why you might pick a one-word theme for the year; an idea for fun (but easy) date nights; and a tough dilemma involving a daily walk and neighbors who want to come along.Get in touch: @gretchenrubin; @elizabethcraft; [email protected]
In this Very Special Episode, we go deeper into the try-this-at-home of “Give something up for a month” and talk to Whole30’s Melissa Hartwig-Urban about her new podcast “Do the Thing” and about the power of changing for 30 days.Get tickets fo
My mother helped me to reframe a situation so I felt lucky, rather than resentful, at my husband’s lack of interest in our renovation.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy
Setting a finish line can help people reach a goal, but it can actually can undermine the process of forming a habit. In a letter to his son, renowned author Kurt Vonnegut explains why finish lines can be risky for writers.Get in touch: @gretc
Author John Green’s reflection on the moment when he realized that he was no longer comforted by his teddy bear is a reminder that although we do outgrow much of the comfort we get from a warm, soft teddy bear, perhaps we don’t wholly outgrow i
We discuss how we can feel calmer by getting grounded in our body, through our senses; we discuss a gift that’s easy, inexpensive, and thoughtful, and Kate Bowler joins us to talk about how to stay happier during these very difficult times. Ge
Why you should spend 120 minutes a week in nature, a simple hack to make spending that time in nature more convenient, and an interview with former “Oprah” executive producer Sheri Salata about her memoir “The Beautiful No.”Get in touch on Ins
We talk about why it’s so enjoyable to read a book that sheds a light on howthings work. We also share a hack for making driving more pleasant, as well as aneasy and fun hack for sparking creativity. Plus we ask: Does your sleep feel heavyor
A corporation president found an unconventional way to make a multi-million dollar decision—a solution that could be employed by any child in grade school.Get in touch: [email protected] on social media:@GretchenRubin on YouTub
We talk about Elizabeth’s first visit to Orangetheory, Gretchen’s experience of the eclipse, and a celebration of picture books in Kansas City.Get in touch: [email protected] on social media:@GretchenRubin on YouTube@GretchenR
We talk about why it’s a good idea to show ourselves (inspired by aHollywood headshot story). We also tackle a listener’s question about how torecognize when we’ve become a mentor and the happiness stumbling block ofdreading plans, even when
During the memorial service for Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, the lyrics of “America the Beautiful” invoked the principle aim of her life, and one of the great dreams of the United States.Get in touch: [email protected]
We talk about how we can boost happiness by paying attention to the textures inour everyday lives. We also share an easy hack for improving video meetings andshare listeners’ creative ideas for #Write24in24. We also discuss a question from a
When we’re unsuccessfully trying to get rid of our children’s old toys, or a sweetheart’s ragged t-shirts from college, and can’t figure out why it’s so hard to make progress, remember: all this junk is an expression of love.Get in touch: podc
We explore the difference between discouraging “treadmill days” and energizing “finish-line days.” We also discuss the creative challenge of planning a good family April Fool’s Day joke and coming up with clever t-shirt mottos. Plus, the satisf
In honor of National Card and Letter Writing Month, we suggest writing cards orletters to boost happiness—perhaps as part of #Write24in24. We also sharelisteners’ useful insights and resources from observing “No-Spend February,” andwe share
What seems important when events are unfolding isn’t always what turns out to be most significant, when we look back.Get in touch: [email protected] on social media:@GretchenRubin on YouTube@GretchenRubin on TikTok@GretchenRu
We talk about why it’s helpful to pay attention to how much time we spendventing, versus not venting, to our family and friends. We also answer a listener’squestion about why SMART goals don’t work for Rebels, and share listeners’creative re
When an activity feels ordinary—such as texting while walking—it doesn’t feel dangerous, and that familiarity can mislead us.Get in touch: [email protected] on social media:@GretchenRubin on YouTube@GretchenRubin on TikTok@Gr
We talk about two shows that we’re enjoying: the YouTube Channel “Financial Audit” and the Netflix documentary “The Greatest Night in Pop.” Plus we talk about how to get lots of tips for using outer order to find more inner calm.Get in touch: 
We talk about why it can be helpful to schedule a “loose-ends day,” and we sharea hack about an imaginative way to celebrate a milestone birthday withadventure and connection. We also talk to Aliza Pressman about ways to becomea happier, mor
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