We talk about why its so enjoyable to read a book that sheds a light on howthings work. We also share a hack for making driving more pleasant, as well as aneasy and fun hack for sparking creativity. Plus we ask: Does your sleep feel heavyor light?Get

A corporation president found an unconventional way to make a multi-million dollar decisiona solution that could be employed by any child in grade school.Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.comFollow on social media:@GretchenRubin on YouTube@Gretchen

We talk about Elizabeths first visit to Orangetheory, Gretchens experience of the eclipse, and a celebration of picture books in Kansas City.Get in touch:podcast@gretchenrubin.comFollow on social media:@GretchenRubin on YouTube@GretchenRubin on Tik

We talk about why its a good idea to show ourselves (inspired by aHollywood headshot story). We also tackle a listeners question about how torecognize when weve become a mentor and the happiness stumbling block ofdreading plans, even when they will

During the memorial service for Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day OConnor, the lyrics of America the Beautiful invoked the principle aim of her life, and one of the great dreams of the United States.Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.comFollow on soc

We talk about how we can boost happiness by paying attention to the textures inour everyday lives. We also share an easy hack for improving video meetings andshare listeners creative ideas for #Write24in24. We also discuss a question from a listener wh

When were unsuccessfully trying to get rid of our childrens old toys, or a sweethearts ragged t-shirts from college, and cant figure out why its so hard to make progress, remember: all this junk is an expression of love.Get in touch: podcast@gretche

We explore the difference between discouraging treadmill days and energizing finish-line days. We also discuss the creative challenge of planning a good family April Fools Day joke and coming up with clever t-shirt mottos. Plus, the satisfaction of a

In honor of National Card and Letter Writing Month, we suggest writing cards orletters to boost happinessperhaps as part of #Write24in24. We also sharelisteners useful insights and resources from observing No-Spend February, andwe share a quick, ea

What seems important when events are unfolding isnt always what turns out to be most significant, when we look back.Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.comFollow on social media:@GretchenRubin on YouTube@GretchenRubin on TikTok@GretchenRubin on Inst