More Happier: How to be Perfect with TV Producer Mike Schur
We revisit a conversation with TV writer and producer Mike Schur, who has created some of our favorite TV shows ever including "The Office," "Parks and Recreation," and "The Good Place." We also talk ...
30 Nov 202432min
Ep. 510: Very Special Episode: Dozens of Travel Hacks! So Many Good Ideas
We share dozens of excellent hacks from listeners about how to make traveling more convenient and less stressful—plus we include some of our own travel-hack discoveries. Resources and links related t...
27 Nov 202429min
Little Happier: The Paradox of Purpose: Those We Support Become Our Strength
Two teaching stories from very different contexts both illuminate a powerful truth: Our deepest source of resilience often comes from caring for others. Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Visit...
25 Nov 20243min
More Happier: An Unasked College Question, Unsought Advice & the Joy of Meeting in Person
Inspired by a friend, we discuss the question of what we wanted to accomplish in college (a question we never asked ourselves at the time). We also explore some helpful advice for the Metropolitan Mus...
23 Nov 202423min
Ep. 509: Happier Gift Guide: Great Gifts for the People We Love
We’re entering the season of gift-giving, so we suggest gift ideas in several categories: for rest and relaxation; for the home; for family members; for Gen Z children; and for readers. Resources and...
20 Nov 202427min
Little Happier: Two Lessons: Enthusiasm Makes a Big Difference, and Resist the Fantasy
A friend’s wise observation gave me greater clarity as I considered a common challenge of parenthood: If and when we pressure a child to participate in an activity. Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubi...
18 Nov 20243min
More Happier: Hacks to Make Thanksgiving Easier & More Fun [Revisited]
For this episode of More Happier, we’re revisiting one of our Very Special Episodes - Hacks, Hacks, and More Hacks for Making Entertaining Easier and More Fun. With Thanksgiving coming up and the Dece...
16 Nov 202434min
Ep. 508: Learn from Someone’s Mistake, Stay Connected in a Hard Time & Why Wednesday Is Special
We share listeners’ examples of important lessons they’ve learned from other people’s mistakes, and also what features make Wednesday a particularly enjoyable day of their week. Plus we discuss a prac...
13 Nov 202432min
