A Little Happier: Do You Suffer from “Paris Syndrome?”
The gap between expectations and reality determines whether we feel happy or disappointed. From empty-nest parents hoping for daily texts to tourists experiencing "Paris syndrome," our expectations sh...
1 Des 20255min
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Bonus: Hacks to Make the Holidays Happier [Revisited]
We revisit our long list of hacks to make the holidays a happier time. Resources & links related to this episode: Listen to Happier episode 145 12 Personal Commandments Eight Splendid Truths ...
30 Nov 202529min
More Happier: Do You Specifically Recollect Yourself at Different Ages?
We discuss a know-yourself-better question related to how we conceive of ourselves at different ages. Plus we talk about a way to find excellent book recommendations. Resources & links related to thi...
29 Nov 202527min
Ep. 562: Do You Hesitate to Raise Your Hand to Make Something Happen? Plus a Medication Hack
We talk about why it’s such a happiness-booster to raise your hand to organize an event or undertaking—to realize that if you don’t do it, no one will. We also share a hack for making it easier to tak...
26 Nov 202531min
A Little Happier: A True Story of Redeeming a Loss Through Sacrifice
The awe-inspiring true story of “Mountain Man” Dashrath Manjhi is an example of how we can transform pain into action that can help others. After his wife died for lack of medical care, Dashrath Manjh...
24 Nov 20253min
Bonus Episode: Who Am I Without Kids at Home? (Gretchen Rubin on “Laugh Lines”)
I joined Kim and Penn Holderness on their podcast "Laugh Lines" for a funny, thoughtful talk about parenting after the kids move out—a great listen as families come back together for the holidays. Ge...
23 Nov 202544min
More Happier: Do Holidays Leave You Exhausted, Not Restored? Priya Parker, Francis Lam & Kate Bowler on Celebration
It’s easy to get swept up in a cycle of holidays that feels more like a relentless to-do list than a source of joy. In this Celebration Roundtable, we talk about how to embrace the holidays as opportu...
22 Nov 202539min
Ep. 561: Need Some Fresh Ideas for Gift-Giving? Here Are Many Great Suggestions
It can be a real challenge to find new, useful ideas for gifts. We suggest many of our own recommendations, plus we include dozens of ideas from listeners. Resources & links related to this episode:...
19 Nov 202533min
