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Mentioned in 33 episodes

The Happiness Project

Book • 2009

In 'The Happiness Project', Gretchen Rubin chronicles her year-long journey to enhance her happiness.

Despite having a fulfilling life, Rubin realized she wasn’t focusing enough on her own happiness.

She divided her project into twelve months, each with a different area of focus and specific goals.

From boosting energy and improving her marriage to enhancing her work life and leisure activities, Rubin tested various strategies, including those from Epicurus, Thoreau, and modern scientists.

The book combines historical wisdom, scientific research, and personal anecdotes to provide practical advice on how to make life happier and more fulfilling.

Mentioned by

Jordana Confino

Jefferson Fisher

Sarah Hart-Unger

Laura Vanderkam

Rangan Chatterjee

Mentioned in 33 episodes

Mentioned by

Brett McKay

as one of

Gretchen Rubin

's earlier works.

20 Secrets of Adulthood

Mentioned by

Dan Harris

as a friend who calls herself a happiness bully.

Easy, Evidence-Based Hacks for Fitness | Marielle Segarra

Recommended by

Jordana Confino

after searching for ways to improve happiness.

How to Fight Perfectionism

Mentioned by

Chris Duffy

as the bestselling author of several books, including those on happiness and habit formation.

You can do better than a New Year's resolution | How to Be a Better Human

Mentioned by

Dan Harris

as

Gretchen Rubin

's first huge book.

Gretchen Rubin on: How To Use Your Five Senses To Reduce Anxiety, Increase Creativity, and Improve Your Relationships

Mentioned by

Jefferson Fisher

as a book he already bought a long time ago.

Happiness Expert: Communication Hacks That Instantly Boost Your Mood

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as one of her books.

Gretchen Rubin On The Power Of Exploring Your Senses

Mentioned by

Rachel Hollis

as a best-selling author and host of "Happier with

Gretchen Rubin

", discussing how habits impact contentment.

791: MASTERMIND | The Science of Happiness

Mentioned by

Sarah Hart-Unger

when discussing different ways to categorize people.

10 Quirky Planning Habits that Might Work for You! EP 253

Mentioned by Gretchen Rubin in her podcast introduction.

Why you should make a spectacle out of life (w/ Lear deBessonet)

Mentioned by Parul as one of

Gretchen Rubin

's best selling books.

#155: Gretchen Rubin — Secrets of a Creative Life: Better Time Management, Happiness Hacks, Sustainable Habits & How To Know Yourself Better; also Writing Nonfiction, Research & Redefining Success

Mentioned by

Kate Bowler

as one of her books.

Listen Again: Adam Grant

Mentioned by

Dan Harris

as one of

Gretchen Rubin

's best-selling books.

Pods We Love: Happier with Gretchen Rubin

Mentioned by

Nikki Kinzer

when discussing the benefits of decluttering.

It’s Declutter Season!

Mentioned by

Reshma Saujani

as a bestselling author of five New York Times bestsellers, including "The Happiness Project."

Friendship Roundtable: How to Make, Keep & Deepen Friendships

Mentioned by

Dan Harris

as one of

Gretchen Rubin

's books that explores ways to boost happiness in everyday life.

When It Comes to Habits, There Are Four Types of People. Which Are You? | Gretchen Rubin

Mentioned by

Susan Cain

in relation to a blog post where she discussed the concept of 'happy melancholy'.

Susan Cain || The Beauty of Bittersweet

Mentioned by

Laura Vanderkam

as one of

Gretchen Rubin

's books.

Be happier in the new year, with Gretchen Rubin

Mentioned by

Rangan Chatterjee

as the author of the book discussed in the podcast episode.

BITESIZE | How to Create a Happier Life | Gretchen Rubin #235

Mentioned by

Dana K. White

as a podcast and book she enjoys, focusing on habits and personality types.

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