Happier with Gretchen Rubin
Gretchen Rubin / The Onward Project
Gretchen Rubin is HAPPIER, and she wants you to be happier too. The #1 bestselling author of The Happiness Project and Better Than Before gets more personal than ever as she brings her practical, manageable advice about happiness and good habits to this lively, thought-provoking podcast. Gretchen’s cohost and guinea pig is her younger sister, Elizabeth Craft, a TV writer and producer living in Los Angeles, who (lovingly) refers to Gretchen as her happiness bully.
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Jan 6, 2024 • 31min
More Happier: Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce, Revisiting a Happiness Project, and How to Keep Hiking
Taylor Swift's romance with Travis Kelce, revisiting a happiness project, and maintaining the habit of hiking are discussed in this entertaining podcast episode.
Jan 3, 2024 • 37min
Ep. 463: Revealed! Our “24 for 24” Lists of 24 Big and Small Things We Want to Accomplish in 2024
The hosts discuss their love for dogs and the importance of quality time with pets. They create '24 for 24' lists of things they want to accomplish in 2024. They talk about fitness goals, publishing a novel, and engaging more with social media. They emphasize the joy of being thoughtful towards others and encourage listeners to create their own lists.
Jan 1, 2024 • 4min
Little Happier: My 13 Color “Koans”—Mysterious Statements that Can’t Be Understood Logically
Discover the mysteries and fascination of color through thirteen color 'koans'. Dive into the subjective nature of color and explore a twist on a famous Zen Cohen about the true nature of color.
Dec 27, 2023 • 30min
Ep. 462: A Surprising Way to Be More Likeable, a Habit-Keeping Hack, and an Unusual In-Laws Problem
This podcast discusses surprising research that shows being accommodating doesn't make us more likable. They also share a hack for making habit-keeping easier and debate how to handle an unusual in-laws problem. The hosts talk about the importance of stating preferences in decision-making and how adjusting to new habits can be challenging. Plus, they give strategies for dealing with unwanted gifts from in-laws and share their holiday traditions and favorite errands.
Dec 25, 2023 • 3min
Little Happier: Don’t Wait for the Right Time. It May Never Feel Like the Right Time.
The podcast discusses the strategy of loophole spotting in forming good habits and emphasizes the importance of starting now instead of waiting for the right time.
Dec 23, 2023 • 22min
More Happier: Observance for Justice O’Connor, 5-Senses Portrait of KC Christmas, and Joy in First Drafts
Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor joins the show to discuss recent observances. Topics also include the happiness of finishing a book's first draft, the sensory experiences of Christmas, and the journey to parenthood.
Dec 20, 2023 • 33min
Ep. 461: Revealed: Our Annual Challenge for 2024! Plus We Review 2023’s Challenge of #GoOutside23in23
In this podcast, the hosts discuss their annual challenge for 2024 and review last year's challenge of 'Go outside 23 in '23'. They share ideas for incorporating the challenge into daily life, talk about the positive effects of going outside regularly, and discuss the concept of accountability. They also mention humorous anecdotes, unconventional measures for staying focused, and the benefits of a one-sentence journal. Plus, there's a surprise backyard cleaning before Thanksgiving and recommendations for writing books.
Dec 18, 2023 • 2min
Little Happier: Should Money Be Used to Buy Fresh Flowers for a Museum?
The podcast discusses the debate of using money to buy fresh flowers for a museum, considering whether it adds vibrance and connection or if the funds should be used to alleviate human suffering.
Dec 13, 2023 • 32min
Ep. 460: Very Special Episode! With Listeners, We Share Our Best Resolutions and Tips for Keeping Them
Tips and strategies for setting and keeping resolutions, including habit change strategies, use of convenience and inconvenience in influencing habits, and shaping identity. The hosts also share funny anecdotes about their pets.
Dec 11, 2023 • 1min
Little Happier: The Subway Kiosk Asks a Deep Question: Add Value or Add Time?
The podcast discusses the struggle of getting pregnant and the trade-offs in life, particularly the lack of resources for reproductive help and the choice between saving money and spending time.
