The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos Sight and Sound: How to Joyfully Awaken Your Senses
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Apr 17, 2023 
Gretchen Rubin, author and podcaster known for her insights on happiness, shares her sensory exploration journey, inspired by a health scare. She emphasizes the importance of engaging our senses for greater joy and mindfulness in everyday life. Rubin discusses actionable strategies for curating one’s sensory environment to boost emotional well-being. She reflects on the transformative power of active listening and meaningful interactions, as well as the role of music in enhancing mood and fostering connections. Rediscovering joy through the senses becomes a pathway to a richer life.
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First Glasses and Eye Doctor Visit
- Gretchen Rubin recalls getting her first glasses as a child and the wonder of seeing clearly.
- A doctor's warning about potential vision loss later spurred her to appreciate her sight more.
Overlooking the Senses
- Gretchen Rubin, despite being a happiness expert focused on mindfulness, realized she had overlooked her senses.
- This oversight highlighted a gap in her happiness studies.
Heightened Senses
- After her eye doctor appointment, Gretchen Rubin experienced heightened sensory awareness during her walk home.
- She vividly remembers details like the plants, sidewalk, and smells.
