Happier with Gretchen Rubin

Gretchen Rubin / The Onward Project
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Mar 25, 2024 • 2min

Little Happier: What Seems Important Isn’t Always What’s Actually Important

Explore the theme of how events that seem important in the moment may not hold the same significance in hindsight, using historical and personal examples to illustrate this concept.
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Mar 20, 2024 • 29min

Ep. 474: Watch Your Vent/Non-Vent Ratio, Why Rebels Dislike SMART Goals, and Top Habits for Happiness

Explore the impact of venting in relationships and the importance of maintaining a balance between sharing emotions and positive interactions. Learn how rebels approach achieving goals differently and hear listeners' responses to a happiness quiz. Dive into digital decluttering techniques and personal stories of overcoming fear while reflecting on past challenges for personal growth.
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Mar 18, 2024 • 1min

Little Happier: Dangers Don’t Always Feel Dangerous

Recognizing hidden dangers in ordinary activities, such as texting while walking, can prevent unexpected risks. Stay vigilant in everyday tasks to avoid potential dangers.
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Mar 16, 2024 • 20min

More Happier: Quality Screen Time: Getting Free from Debt and Calmly Leading a Crowd. Plus, More Outer Order.

Discussing personal finance tips, admiration for consistency in financial habits, leading with positivity in high-pressure environments, exploring habit loopholes and AI judgment, Netflix recommendations, and outer order for inner calm.
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Mar 13, 2024 • 30min

Ep. 473: Schedule a “Loose-Ends Day,” Have an Adventurous Milestone Birthday, and Happier Parenting

Discover the benefits of scheduling a 'loose-ends day' and celebrating milestone birthdays with adventure and connection. Learn valuable parenting tips from Aliza Pressman on becoming a happier, more effective parent. Dive into topics like expanding comfort zones, emotional responsibility in parenting, and cultivating happiness through reflection.
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Mar 11, 2024 • 2min

Little Happier: A Teacher Found a Simple Way to Entertain and Occupy Her Kindergartners

A kindergarten teacher's clever use of 'magic pebbles' engaged her students in a fun and inclusive activity, promoting teamwork and excitement among the children. The teacher's creativity had a lasting impact on one of the students.
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Mar 6, 2024 • 31min

Ep. 472: ”No-Spend February,” Have a Hard Conversation While Walking, and Use Your Non-Dominant Hand

Topics include No-Spend February experiences, having tough conversations while walking, using non-dominant hand to improve habits, and strategies for mindful spending habits. Listeners share unique plans and clever habit improvement methods. Reflects on resisting impulse purchases and exploring human behavior insights.
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Mar 4, 2024 • 3min

Little Happier: Why Did This Couple Break Up as Soon as They Decided to Get Married?

Exploring the complexities of relationships through a story of a couple who broke up right after getting engaged, challenging conventional wisdom and expectations.
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Mar 2, 2024 • 25min

More Happier: Happiness on the Subway, the Fun of Watching Old Movies, and More on Clearing Clutter

Learn about the joy of decluttering, subway observations, and the fun of becoming a 'minor expert' by watching old movies in this entertaining podcast.
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Feb 28, 2024 • 31min

Ep. 471: Allow a Tradition to Evolve, Easy Ways to Block Annoying Lights, and a Funny Look at Work

Explore evolving traditions, blocking annoying lights, and a funny take on work with author Bradley Tusk. Learn how to adapt traditions, dim lights for better sleep, and find joy in uncertainty. Discover personal habits and the impact of new features in the Happier app.

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