We discuss why and how we might try to make one new friend in 2025—a huge happiness booster. We also explore two creative happiness hacks that make it easier to stick to a habit of walking. Plus we tackle a fascinating Four Tendencies question about managing a Questioner spouse's barrage of daily questions, and we delve into how people differ in remembering their past experiences, comparing "snapshot" versus "movie" memory styles.

Resources and links related to this episode:

“The Paradox of Purpose: Those We Support Become Our Strength”
Secrets of Adulthood
Memento Keepsake Journal
One-Sentence Journal
Four Tendencies hub
Elizabeth is reading: Look Closer by David Ellis (Amazon, Bookshop)
Gretchen is reading: When Mrs. Coverlet Was Away by Mary Nash (Amazon)

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