Ep. 569: Do You Miss Having Time to Hang Out with Friends? Plus Listeners’ One-Word Themes

Ep. 569: Do You Miss Having Time to Hang Out with Friends? Plus Listeners’ One-Word Themes

We explore the value of the German custom of the Stammtisch as a fun and easy way to strengthen friendships. We also share dozens of compelling one-word themes chosen by listeners for 2026—plus a strategy for elevating everyday life. Resources & links related to this episode: Learn more about Move 26 join us here Elizabeth is reading: The Wonder Boy of Whistle Stop by Fannie Flagg (Amazon, Bookshop) Gretchen is rereading: Christmas in Austin by Benjamin Markovits (Amazon, Bookshop) Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app. Find the transcript for this episode on the episode details page in the Apple Podcasts app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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More Happier: Does Money Stress You Out? Mrs. Dow Jones & Reema Khrais on What Helps

More Happier: Does Money Stress You Out? Mrs. Dow Jones & Reema Khrais on What Helps

For many people, money is a source of anxiety and guilt. In this Roundtable conversation, we explore why the subject of money is so challenging, and also the small, realistic changes that can make mon...

21 Feb 34min

Ep. 574: Are You Already Falling Behind on Your New Year’s Resolutions? Plus Ideas for “Move 26”

Ep. 574: Are You Already Falling Behind on Your New Year’s Resolutions? Plus Ideas for “Move 26”

We talk about how we’re using Determination Day (February 28) to reengage with our “26 for ’26” list. We also share listeners’ excellent suggestions for “Move 26 in ’26,” as well as an example of how ...

18 Feb 30min

A Little Happier: When I Called the Emergency Veterinarian, She Asked a Question that Made the Answer Obvious

A Little Happier: When I Called the Emergency Veterinarian, She Asked a Question that Made the Answer Obvious

When I called the emergency vet to ask a question about my dog Barnaby, her answer gave me an important insight into the challenge of decision-making. Resources & links related to this episode: G...

16 Feb 5min

Move Happier: Why Does Movement Matter? Michelle Obama Weighs In

Move Happier: Why Does Movement Matter? Michelle Obama Weighs In

As part of the Move 26 in ’26 Challenge, we’re sharing a listen-along episode to pair with your 26 minutes of daily movement. Michelle Obama and her brother Craig Robinson discuss the role movement pl...

14 Feb 34min

Ep. 573: Do You Avoid Failure & Rejection? Plus the Joy of a Same-Day Book

Ep. 573: Do You Avoid Failure & Rejection? Plus the Joy of a Same-Day Book

We talk why it’s valuable to “go for the no” instead of avoiding rejection and failure. Plus we give our suggestions for excellent same-day books and a hack for making email more efficient. Resources...

11 Feb 33min

A Little Happier: Who Has More Power—You or the Banker to Whom You Owe Ten Million Dollars?

A Little Happier: Who Has More Power—You or the Banker to Whom You Owe Ten Million Dollars?

A famous quip illustrates an important point: Small debts burden the borrower; big debts burden the lender. Resources & links related to this episode: Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Vis...

9 Feb 2min

More Happier: Are You Scared by the Sound of a Siren? And a Reflection from “Little Women”

More Happier: Are You Scared by the Sound of a Siren? And a Reflection from “Little Women”

We talk about the power of reframing—specifically, reframing the meaning of a siren. We also talk about a passage from the novel “Little Women” that illuminates our experience of our father’s death. ...

7 Feb 26min

Ep. 572: Want to Make a Little Money and Also Clear Clutter? Plus an Insight About Estrangement

Ep. 572: Want to Make a Little Money and Also Clear Clutter? Plus an Insight About Estrangement

In honor of No-Spend February, we talk about why it’s a good time to turn in your coins and to use up your gift cards. We also talk about the juggler vs. aerialist distinction, and how the Four Tenden...

4 Feb 29min

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