Little Happier: An Example from the CIA Illustrates How Many Dangers Don’t Seem Dangerous
A change in the standing operating procedure of the CIA demonstrates a basic truth about human nature. Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Follow on social media: @GretchenRubin on YouTube @Gretch...
7 Okt 20241min
More Happier: Get Organized (Revisited)
In honor of Get Organized Week, we’re sharing some of our favorite tips to clear clutter from our daily lives. Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Follow on social media: @GretchenRubin on YouTube...
5 Okt 202433min
Ep. 502: Attend a Reunion, Note the “Dinner-Party Problem” & Are You a Sculptor or Lifeguard Parent?
We talk about why going to a reunion can give us such a big happiness boost. We also discuss research about the “dinner-party problem,” and what to do about it, and we explore a question about attitud...
2 Okt 202427min
Little Happier: An Encounter with Gilda Radner and Gene Wilder Reveals a Truth About Human Nature
We often assume that someone is a certain “kind” of person instead of realizing how circumstances may be influencing their behavior—a mistake I made when judging the actions of stars Gilda Radner and ...
30 Sep 20243min
More Happier: Why “Scheduling Is Life,” Orange Theory Report, and What It’s Like to Hike in LA
We discuss a new mantra to reframe a all-too-common annoyance, and the value of a new parasocial friend. Also, we discuss Orange Theory and hiking in Fryman Canyon. Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin...
28 Sep 202423min
Ep. 501: Turn Acquaintances into Friends, an Email Hack & a Happiness Lesson Learned from Our Parents
We discuss why you might want to transform an acquaintance into a friend as well as specific ways to deepen that relationship. We also discuss an important happiness lesson modeled for us by our paren...
25 Sep 202429min
Little Happier: Willie Wonka, Rat Poison, Neediness, and the Transformative Power of Love
A sweet story about a dog named Sparkle reveals many truths about the nature of love, sacrifice, independence, and marriage. Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Follow on social media: @GretchenRu...
23 Sep 20246min
More Happier: Gretchen Rubin on The Deep Dive podcast
We’re bringing you my conversation with Jessica St. Clair and June Diane Raphael on their podcast, The Deep Dive. We discuss my tips on how to combat anxiety and use all five senses to get more happin...
21 Sep 202431min
