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Mentioned in 34 episodes

Secrets of Adulthood

Simple Truths for Our Complex Lives

Book • 2025

Author

Gretchen Rubin

Drawing from her long studies of happiness and personal challenges, Gretchen Rubin presents 'Secrets of Adulthood' as a guide to manage life's complexities.

Using the ancient literary discipline of aphorisms, Rubin conveys large truths in few words, addressing issues such as indecision, change, temptation, and relationships.

The book is filled with witty and thought-provoking reflections designed to inspire and help readers navigate various life situations.

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Mentioned in 34 episodes

Mentioned by

Brett McKay

as the author of Secrets of Adulthood, a collection of aphorisms on navigating life.

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20 Secrets of Adulthood

Recommended by

Laurie Santos

as a book containing practical insights for navigating daily challenges of modern life.

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Twelve Sayings That Could Change Your Life

Mentioned by

Dan Harris

Gretchen Rubin

's newest book filled with aphorisms.

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How To Handle Dilemmas, Drift, Indecision, and Difficult People | Gretchen Rubin

Mentioned by

Gretchen Rubin

when discussing her approach to happiness.

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The key to happiness? Know thyself, says Gretchen Rubin

Recommended by

Jefferson Fisher

for its concise distillation of big ideas.

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Happiness Expert: Communication Hacks That Instantly Boost Your Mood

Mentioned by

Aliza Pressman

as a new book containing wisdom for those about to graduate.

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The Secrets of Adulthood & How to Teach Them to Our Children w/ Gretchen Rubin

Mentioned by

Dan Harris

as her newest book filled with happiness-inducing aphorisms.

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More Happier: Gretchen Joins the Podcast “10% Happier with Dan Harris”

Mentioned by

Gretchen Rubin

when discussing aphorisms and their use in daily life.

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Can a Few Simple Words Really Change Your Life? | Gretchen Rubin

Mentioned by

Mike Carruthers

as the author of the book and a guest on the podcast.

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The Secrets to Being a Successful Adult & Building Your Own Mental Fitness

Given by Gretchen's friend Lisa to her children, with her own personalized secrets of adulthood written inside.

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Ep. 541: Try These Parenting Hacks from Listeners, Manage Your Own Worry & an Easy Packing Hack

Mentioned by

Dan Harris

as one of

Gretchen Rubin

's best-selling books.

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Pods We Love: Happier with Gretchen Rubin

Mentioned by

Gretchen Rubin

as containing one of the secrets of adulthood.

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Ep. 543: Make a Decision and Make It Work, a Text-Scheduling Hack & Following Up on Mean "Jokes"

Mentioned by

Gretchen Rubin

as her new book coming out April 1st.

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Ep. 522: Tenth Anniversary! Best Try-This-At-Home Ideas, Happiness Hacks, and Highlights

Mentioned by

Gretchen Rubin

as her own book, announcing her book tour.

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Ep. 524 Use a Messy Closet, a 3-Hour Rule for Difficult People & Renowned Judy Blume on Reading

Mentioned by

Gretchen Rubin

as a book coming out on April 1st.

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Ep. 518: Make One New Friend, Make Walking More Fun & the Benefit of Question Time

Mentioned by

Gretchen Rubin

as a book she wrote to share secrets of adulthood she learned, often the hard way, with her daughters and to remind herself of lessons rediscovered over time.

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Ep. 523: Write Your Secrets of Adulthood, Magazine Happiness & Helping the (Obliger) Helper

Mentioned by

Gretchen Rubin

as her upcoming book.