Happier with Gretchen Rubin Ep. 556: Schedule a Saturday Synch-up, Lessons About Getting a New Dog & How to Question a Questioner
Oct 15, 2025
Discover how a weekly Saturday Sync-Up can streamline your schedule and reduce family conflicts. Learn valuable lessons from six months of puppy parenting, including training and modern pet care tips. Delve into how to effectively ask questions to a Questioner without pushing their buttons. Plus, explore the intriguing distinction between jugglers and aerialists when it comes to preferences and pacing. Don't miss the hosts sharing personal updates and the unveiling of new tools to boost your happiness!
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Start A Weekly Saturday Sync-Up
- Try a weekly Saturday Sync-Up to review calendars and decisions together.
- Tick through a running list to reduce last-minute squabbling and coordination friction.
Name It And Use A Backup Day
- Do give the ritual a snappy name and schedule it on a consistent day so it feels official.
- Use a backup day (Sunday) and keep a running list of items to make meetings short and productive.
Six Months With A Puppy
- Gretchen recounts getting a puppy and remembering how intense early puppy care feels.
- She notes the hard period passed quickly and the family now enjoys having two dogs.
