In a special World Mental Health Day discussion, Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a clinical psychologist known for her 'Therapy for Black Girls' podcast, highlights the importance of social connections in overcoming loneliness. Gretchen Rubin, a best-selling author focused on happiness, shares insights on self-compassion and managing stress through mindfulness. Dan Harris, a former anchor and host of '10% Happier', emphasizes the healing power of pets and the need for emotional outreach in communities. Together, they provide practical strategies for enhancing well-being and fostering happiness.

Why do so many of us wait until a new calendar year to start setting our goals? For today’s guest, Gretchen Rubin, “there really is no magic to January 1st”-- and the best time to start a healthy habit is just, well, “now.” Gretchen is a podcaster and the author of several New York Times bestsellers, including “Better Than Before: What I Learned About Making and Breaking Habits--to Sleep More, Quit Sugar, Procrastinate Less, and Generally Build a Happier Life.” In this episode, she shares eye-opening frameworks on the different ways to make and achieve goals, gives tips on how to create habits that actually improve our lives and discusses why chasing happiness isn’t always fun – and why it doesn’t always make us feel happy. For the full text transcript, visit go.ted.com/BHTranscripts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gretchen Rubin, a bestselling author and podcaster focused on happiness and human nature, challenges the notion of New Year's resolutions, arguing there's no magic in January 1st. She emphasizes that the best time to start is now, sharing insights on habit formation and the importance of self-compassion. Rubin explores different personality types that influence habit-building, the role of accountability, and how our relationships can evolve as we grow. She advocates for creating actionable goals and engaging in supportive environments to enhance our well-being.

New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers. --- Today’s guest is a happiness expert and devout non-meditator. In her latest book Life in Five Senses: How Exploring the Senses Got Me Out of My Head and Into the World, she describes how a routine visit to her eye doctor made her realize she’d been overlooking a key element of happiness: her five senses.  Gretchen Rubin is the author of many books, including the New York Times bestsellers Outer Order, Inner Calm; The Four Tendencies; Better Than Before; and The Happiness Project. Her books have sold more than 3.5 million copies worldwide, and have been translated in more than thirty languages. She also hosts the top-ranking, award-winning podcast Happier with Gretchen Rubin.  In this episode we talk about: What led Gretchen to explore the five senses How we often take our senses for granted How our senses work with the brain to impact our perception  The relationship between the senses and nostalgia  The surprising power of ketchup and vanilla when it comes to the sense of taste The sense of hearing and what she calls her “Audio Apothecary”  How to be a better listener The interplay between the senses of taste and smell The sense of touch and the use of comfort objects    Why she decided to visit The Metropolitan Museum of Art everyday to explore the five senses And how she uses the five senses to boost creativity   Full Shownotes: https://www.tenpercent.com/podcast-episode/gretchen-rubin-588

What do your five senses — sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch — have to do with happiness? According to Gretchen Rubin, a great deal. The world around us, she says, has the potential to dazzle, to entertain, to trigger a state of rapture. If only we pay attention. Today on the show, she shares with Rufus the tools she's developed to delight in the physical world.Gretchen's new book is "Life in Five Senses: How Exploring the Senses Got Me Out of My Head and Into the World." You can learn more at https://gretchenrubin.com/books/life-in-five-senses/ And be sure to check out Gretchen's audio apothecary on Spotify!The Next Big Idea is a proud member of the LinkedIn Podcast Network. Sign up for our LinkedIn newsletter where Rufus takes listeners (like you) behind the scenes of the show.Have you downloaded The Next Big Idea app? It has hundreds of book summaries and dozens of e-courses, plus ad-free versions of this podcast and invitations to live author Q&As.

Today we welcome Gretchen Rubin, one of today’s most influential and thought-provoking observers of happiness and human nature. She’s a highly acclaimed writer, having sold millions of copies of her New York Times bestselling books. Her podcast, Happier with Gretchen Rubin, has more than 220 million downloads. As the founder of The Happiness Project, Gretchen has helped create an ecosystem of imaginative products and tools to help people become happier, healthier, more productive, and more creative. Her latest book is called Life in Five Senses.In this episode I talk to Gretchen Rubin about connecting to the world through our five senses. Our fast-paced, modern world keeps us constantly moving, making us feel disconnected from other people and our surroundings. Gretchen shares unconventional ways we can re-experience the world through seeing, hearing, tasting, smelling, and touching. She believes that tuning into life’s simple pleasures allows us to live each day with more appreciation and vitality. We also touch on the topics of mindfulness, creativity, learning, and individual differences.Website: gretchenrubin.comTwitter: @gretchenrubin Topics01:57 The Five-Senses Quiz08:25 The more we know, the more we notice11:09 Life in Five Senses14:34 We all have unique sensory worlds19:21 Gretchen’s daily visits to the MET 24:40 The longing for immersive experiences27:50 COVID has taught us to value our senses32:10 The magic of ketchup36:50 Connecting through sensory experiences40:04 What is your ideal sensory surrounding?50:21 The muse machine55:19 Different ways of being and sensingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gretchen Rubin, an author known for her insights on happiness and habits, dives deep into the nature of happiness. She emphasizes that true joy isn’t just about feeling good but growing in the right direction. The conversation highlights the importance of self-awareness in enhancing fulfillment through understanding personal traits. Rubin also shares how small, daily changes can significantly impact our happiness, advocating for practical strategies like the one-minute rule to foster a sense of order and well-being.

What do you do when you enter "survival mode"? How can you become better at forging social connections? Can you be happy in a sad world? Happiness experts Dr Laurie Santos and Gretchen Rubin came together at Toronto's Hot Docs Festival to answer these and other questions from a live audience. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gretchen Rubin, a renowned author and expert on happiness and habits, shares her insights from her latest book, emphasizing the significance of sensory exploration. She discusses how our perceptions shape our reality, the joy found in rereading beloved books, and the beauty of appreciating everyday moments. Her reflections on personal growth and the transformative power of routine resonate throughout the conversation. Rubin also delves into the nuances of soundscapes and the importance of embracing life's imperfections, providing listeners with a fresh perspective on mindfulness.

Happiness expert Gretchen Rubin was warned that her eyesight was in peril. It shocked her into realising she'd taken all of her five senses for granted - and so she resolved to wring every ounce of joy from the sights, sounds, smells, tastes and textures around her.   Concluding her conversation with Dr Laurie Santos, Gretchen explains how to be more alive to smell, taste and touch - building on the ideas in her new book Life in Five Senses: How Exploring the Senses Got Me Out of My Head and Into the World.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.