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➡️ About The Guest
Gretchen Rubin is a bestselling author, speaker, and thought leader in the areas of happiness, habits, and human nature. Her most notable works include The Happiness Project, Better Than Before, and The Four Tendencies, which have collectively sold millions of copies worldwide. Rubin's research focuses on understanding what drives personal happiness and how individuals can create better habits to lead more fulfilling lives. With her relatable and practical advice, she has gained a loyal following through her books, podcast (Happier with Gretchen Rubin), and public speaking.
A former attorney who clerked for Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, Rubin transitioned from law to writing after discovering her passion for self-development and human behavior. She is recognized for her ability to distill complex psychological insights into actionable strategies that help people improve their everyday lives. Through her work, Rubin has built a platform for inspiring people to pursue personal growth, balance, and contentment.
➡️ Show Links
https://www.instagram.com/gretchenrubin/
https://x.com/gretchenrubin/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gretchenrubin/
➡️ Books
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Secrets-Adulthood-Simple-Truths-Complex/dp/0593800737
https://www.amazon.com/Four-Tendencies-Indispensable-Personality-Profiles/dp/1524760919
https://www.amazon.com/Happiness-Project-Tenth-Anniversary-Aristotle/dp/0062888749
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➡️ Talking Points
00:00 - Intro
02:21 - Surprising Truths About Happiness
05:41 - Gretchen’s Journey into Happiness Research
08:03 - Defining Happiness
10:00 - Escaping Hustle Culture for Joy
15:47 - Why Value Alignment Matters
19:59 - DIY Happiness Project Tips
24:05 - The Post-Covid Happiness Decline
27:21 - Birth of The Four Tendencies
30:53 - How The Four Tendencies Framework Stands Out
32:34 - Deep Dive: The Four Tendencies
43:00 - Sponsor Break: iDigress Podcast
43:37 - How Frameworks Shape Your Life
51:21 - Using Tendencies to Build Better Habits
1:00:40 - Sponsor Break: LinkedIn Jobs
1:01:52 - Spotting Tendencies in Conversations
1:10:13 - Why Foundational Habits Matter
1:14:00 - The Habit-Happiness Connection
1:16:04 - Gretchen’s Upcoming Projects
1:19:21 - Wisdom from Gretchen’s New Book
1:26:24 - Advice to My Younger Self
