10% Happier with Dan Harris From Happier with Gretchen Rubin | The Happiness Project: Revisited
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Dec 15, 2023 
Gretchen Rubin, a renowned author and podcaster famous for her bestseller The Happiness Project, discusses her upcoming year-long course to mark its 15th anniversary. She shares insights from her journey, emphasizing the importance of achieving personal happiness through self-knowledge and tailored initiatives. Topics include setting achievable goals, using accountability tools, and the 'Secrets of Adulthood' that enhance self-acceptance. Listeners can learn how to start their own happiness projects and explore practical exercises to boost their joy.
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Origin of the Happiness Project
- Gretchen Rubin's happiness project idea came while stuck on a rainy bus, prompting reflection on her desires.
- This led to extensive research and writing, eventually becoming her book, "The Happiness Project."
Happiness Project Approach
- A happiness project helps change your life without dramatic upheaval, focusing on changes within your daily routine.
- It involves three stages: preparation, setting resolutions, and maintaining those resolutions.
Concrete Resolutions
- Formulate concrete resolutions for your happiness project, moving beyond abstract ideas like "eating healthier."
- Ensure your resolutions are measurable; know whether you achieved them each day.
