Happier with Gretchen Rubin More Happier: Ever Have a Foolish Desire to “Save” Things? And Why Coffee-Table Books?
Jan 24, 2026
They explore the odd urge to save things like pristine chargers, stationery, or fine china and why that feels sensible even when it does not. They wonder why oversized coffee-table books remain popular as decoration, identity signals, and conversation starters. They also touch on habit revivals like using a treadmill desk and practical finds like a heated throw.
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Lower Barriers To Stick To Habits
- Use small convenience changes to make healthy habits stick, like accepting Croc slides for treadmill walks.
- Remove tiny barriers (shoe changes) so you'll do the activity more often.
Treadmill Desk Relapse And Recovery
- Elizabeth fell out of regular treadmill-desk use but returned via the Move 26 in 26 challenge and regained benefits.
- She noticed less sitting-related pain and better thinking while walking.
Discovery: The Heated Throw Blanket
- Gretchen bought an electric throw after seeing it recommended on Wirecutter and loved it immediately.
- The throw looks like faux fur and heats intensely, solving her persistent indoor-cold problem.
