Happier with Gretchen Rubin Ep. 524 Use a Messy Closet, a 3-Hour Rule for Difficult People & Renowned Judy Blume on Reading
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Mar 5, 2025 Judy Blume, the beloved author known for her insightful novels about young people and co-founder of a non-profit bookstore, shares her thoughts on fostering a love of reading. She discusses her experiences with book banning and the importance of community support in the face of censorship. The conversation also introduces a unique approach to handling daunting tasks with the 'messy closet' metaphor, emphasizing that sometimes chaos is essential for creativity. Plus, practical tips for managing social interactions with difficult people are offered!
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Messy Closet Technique
- Stash important but non-urgent tasks in a "messy closet."
- This helps avoid feeling overwhelmed while acknowledging their significance.
Novel in the Messy Closet
- Elizabeth and Sarah put their novel writing on hold to focus on a Netflix pilot rewrite.
- This illustrates the "messy closet" approach, prioritizing urgent tasks.
Three-Hour Rule
- Limit social gatherings with potentially difficult people to three hours.
- This timeframe allows for meaningful interaction while minimizing friction.
