Ep. 505: Rediscover Your Closet, Personalize Guest Greetings & When Rules Need Bending

Ep. 505: Rediscover Your Closet, Personalize Guest Greetings & When Rules Need Bending

We discuss a challenge to wear three items of clothing we are not currently using--and explore ways to overcome common obstacles. We also share creative happiness hacks for welcoming overnight guests, and examine how people who tend to be rigid can adjust their rules to reduce stress in changing circumstances.

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