Happier with Gretchen Rubin More Happier: Do You Find It Hard to Plan a Party? And the Problem with “Everybody Likes Salmon”
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Jan 17, 2026 This discussion dives into clever party-planning hacks inspired by the Real Housewives, making hosting easier and more enjoyable. They explore the joy of having a well-designed tennis bag and share creative party themes, like children's book-inspired desserts. The conversation also touches on the peculiarities of food preferences, with both hosts revealing their dislikes for popular items like salmon and mushrooms, sparking a fun debate about culinary quirks.
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Card Table As Instant Zoom Setup
- Use a small, foldable card table to create instant workspace and a nicer Zoom background.
- Accept that the card table can hold clutter so your main desk stays functional.
Foldable Tools Solve Small-Space Needs
- Card tables solve temporary-space problems because they fold away and you don't worry about surface wear.
- Gretchen values 'workhorse' items that perform a function without needing to be precious.
Joy From A Better Tennis Bag
- Gretchen describes how Jamie's new upright tennis bag transformed carrying and storage of gear.
- The small design upgrade consistently gives her 'disproportionate joy' in daily use.
