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Mentioned in 60 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

Mentioned in 60 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

Jefferson Fisher

as a book he already bought a long time ago.

Happiness Expert: Communication Hacks That Instantly Boost Your Mood

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

Ryan Holiday

as one of her books.

Gretchen Rubin On The Power Of Exploring Your Senses

Mentioned by

Aubrey Chavez

, who has been a fan of it, while welcoming

Gretchen Rubin

to the podcast.

The Four Tendencies with Gretchen Rubin

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 when sharing advice about reframing a bad day into manageable segments.

the life advice you need to hear (pt. 2)

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 as the best-selling book by Gretchen Rubin, who is the host of the Happier with Gretchen Rubin podcast.

Fail Again: Catching Up with Gillian Anderson

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

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

Kendra Adachi

as a book where

Gretchen Rubin

chronicles a year-long quest to scientifically improve her happiness.

A New Year Pep Talk with Gretchen Rubin (Bonus)

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

Gretchen Rubin

as one of the books she has written.

Bonus Episode: Do Holidays Leave You Exhausted, Not Restored? Priya Parker, Francis Lam & Kate Bowler on Celebration

Mentioned by

Nikki Kinzer

when discussing the benefits of decluttering.

It’s Declutter Season!

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