Happier with Gretchen Rubin More Happier: Watercoloring, Novel-Writing & 80’s Bestsellers
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Jul 12, 2025 The hosts share their progress on personal goals from their '25 for 25' lists, reflecting on the charm of 1980s bestsellers. They explore family traditions around the 4th of July and the significance of shared experiences. The challenges of sustaining daily creativity, like watercoloring and writing, are discussed alongside strategies for balancing personal aspirations with life's demands. They dive into the complexities of novel writing, including the emotional stakes and timing for book releases, all with a playful sense of humor.
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Rereading 1980s Blockbusters
- Elizabeth Craft is rereading 1980s blockbuster bestsellers like "Scruples" and "The Other Side of Midnight."
- Revisiting these books now gives her a fun nostalgic glimpse of places like Beverly Hills that she didn't know back then.
Building 4th of July Traditions
- Gretchen Rubin shared how her family made the 4th of July a meaningful holiday with lake swimming, music, and movies.
- They watched late 80s movies like "Working Girl" and "Broadcast News," capturing that era's unique vibe.
People Like Familiar Literature
- People tend to like a certain kind of literature even when it's bad rather than other kinds even if good.
- This explains why nostalgic or favored genres keep appealing despite mixed quality.
