Little Happier: Winston Churchill Didn’t Hesitate to Show His Emotions
A grim but hopeful episode from World War II’s Battle of Britain sheds a light on Winston Churchill’s character. Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Follow on social media: @GretchenRubin on YouTu...
26 Elo 20242min
More Happier: Back-to-School Hacks (Revisited)
As the school year approaches, we’re re-sharing some of our best back-to-school tips and suggestions. Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Follow on social media: @GretchenRubin on YouTube @Gretch...
24 Elo 202428min
Ep. 496: Make the Most of the First 3 Weeks, Use an Alarm & Cope with Exploitation of Obligers
We discuss research suggesting that during the first three weeks with strangers in a new environment (such as a cruise or college), we have a special window for making friends. We also talk about why ...
21 Elo 202430min
Little Happier: A Great Happiness-Boosting Example from Charles Darwin
Charles Darwin’s “Sand Walk” at Down House is a good example of how we can shape our surroundings and our schedule to help ourselves create habits that contribute to a happier, healthier, more product...
19 Elo 20242min
More Happier: "Walk" Therapy, Comfort vs. Adventure, and the Joy of Outside
We continue to reflect on the insights and hacks we learned from our hiking trip in England—how and why this adventure helped to make us happier, healthier, and more creative. Get in touch: podcast@gr...
17 Elo 202423min
Ep. 495: A Happier Labor Day, Celtic Tree System, and a Hack for Enjoying the Gym
We talk about why and how it’s useful to use the annual Labor Day Holiday as a catalyst to reflect on our work--both paid and unpaid. We also share a fun know-yourself-better tool, and make a suggesti...
14 Elo 202425min
Little Happier: Don’t Tear Down a Fence Until You Know Why It Was Put Up
On a demanding backpacking trip, I saw an illustration of the principle sometimes call “Chesterton’s Fence”: Don’t take down a fence unless you know why it was put there in the first place. If you don...
12 Elo 20243min
More Happier: Jenna Fischer & Angela Kinsey on “The Office” and BFFs (Revisited)
We’re bringing you our Happier Podcast Book Club conversation with actors Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey. We discuss their book “The Office BFFs,” their experiences during the making of the iconic TV...
10 Elo 202443min
