Ep. 134: Write a "Ta-Da" List
Write a ta-da list, use the app Podsearch to discover great new podcasts, and ask yourself "What is my level of ambition?" Get in touch: @gretchenrubin.com; @elizabethcraft; podcast@gretchenrubin; hap...
13 Sep 201736min
Little: It’s Right to Do the Right Thing
It’s right to do the right thing, even when it doesn’t seem to make any difference. And we never can really know what the effect of our actions will be – on the world, or on ourselves. To learn mo...
11 Sep 20172min
Ep. 133: Create a Spot for Things in Transition
Why it’s helpful to create a place for things in transition, how to create accountability if you’re introverted or shy—and do you have strong views about how to load a dishwasher? Get in touch: @gretc...
6 Sep 201732min
Little: B.J. Novak’s Reminder about the Importance of Gratitude.
In the Acknowledgements of B.J. Novak’s excellent book “One More Thing,” he remembers to pay tribute to some friends from childhood. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices vis...
4 Sep 20173min
Ep. 132: Consider Children's Literature
Why you might consider reading children’s literature, how to reinvigorate your work space if you can’t make any changes, and the question of whether you can change your Tendency. Get in touch: @gretch...
30 Aug 201736min
Little: The Book “The Hobbit Boredom” Illustrates How Boredom Can Spark Creativity
The dull task of grading papers inspired J.R.R. Tolkien to write the first line of his masterpiece, “The Hobbit.” Boredom can lay the groundwork for great creativity. To learn more about listener ...
28 Aug 20173min
Ep. 131: Do 10 Jumping Jacks
Do ten jumping jacks, how to stop constantly checking your devices, and why life is like high school. Get in touch: @gretchenrubin; @elizabethcraft; podcast@gretchenrubin.com; happiercast.com/131; 774...
23 Aug 201730min
Little: Sometimes, It’s Better to Help than to Sympathize
Instead of joining in the commiseration, my friend took action to help. Sometimes, it’s better to help than to sympathize. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https:...
21 Aug 20173min
