Happier with Gretchen Rubin Ep. 518: Make One New Friend, Make Walking More Fun & the Benefit of Question Time
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Jan 22, 2025 Discover the power of making new friends in 2025 to boost happiness. Learn creative ways to make walking more enjoyable, transforming it into a fun and social habit. Unpack the intriguing differences in memory recall—are you a ‘snapshot’ or ‘movie’ thinker? Plus, get insights on communicating effectively with a Questioner spouse. Explore how nurturing friendships and purposeful activities can enhance overall well-being, while also reflecting on personal growth and overcoming communication challenges.
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Cassie's Email
- Gretchen shared a hadith about a dying man given a baby for purpose.
- A listener, Cassie, connected this to her struggles with deciding on parenthood amidst her husband's illness.
Make a New Friend
- Make one new friend in 2025 to boost happiness.
- Cultivate the friendship by connecting outside of usual contexts.
Walking Hacks
- Make walking more fun and meaningful by picking up trash along your route.
- Give yourself a destination, making the walk purposeful like an errand.
