Parhaat Gretchen Rubin Podcastit (2025)

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Ep. 523: Write Your Secrets of Adulthood, Magazine Happiness & Helping the (Obliger) Helper 31:53

1d ago31:53

31:53

We explore the powerful practice of distilling your hard-earned observations into concise "Secrets of Adulthood,” such as "Working is one of the most dangerous forms of procrastination" and "The more I write, the more I write." We also talk about the simple pleasure of physical magazines, and we tackle a complex Four Tendencies question about suppo…

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Little Happier: We All Have Our Luna Park: Places That Capture Our Imagination Forever 4:45

3d ago4:45

4:45

Three distinct childhood memories—from an art-carnival creator, a food writer, and a horror master—illuminate how the “luna parks” of our childhoods can live in our imaginations for our entire lives. Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Projec…

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More Happier: Very First Episode [Revisited] 28:44

5d ago28:44

28:44

For our 10th anniversary, we’re revisiting our very first episode of Happier. We discuss how the “one-minute rule” contributes to outer order and inner calm, the difference between a satisficer and a maximizer, and the one-coin loophole. Plus, for the first time, we give ourselves Demerits and Gold Stars. Resources & Links Related to this episode: …

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Ep. 522: Tenth Anniversary! Best Try-This-At-Home Ideas, Happiness Hacks, and Highlights 37:47

8d ago37:47

37:47

To celebrate the tenth anniversary of the podcast, we highlight our favorite ideas, hacks, and moments from the last decade. Everything from the “one-minute rule” to “clear the decks” to “give yourself a derby name” to Elizabeth’s famous recommendation of the Ped Egg. Resources and links related to this episode: Pre-order my new book, Secrets of Ad…

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Little Happier: The Efforts Made That Allow a Grandmother’s Love to Speak Across Time 2:59

10d ago2:59

2:59

The inscription on an ancient Greek grave marker illustrates the purpose of preserving art across millennia. A grandmother's words about holding her beloved grandchild, both in life and death, bridge more than two thousand years. Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, prod…

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More Happier: The “More Happier” Debate, Do You Eat Before You Pay & Advice For Creative People 25:56

12d ago25:56

25:56

We review the great debate among listeners about whether our ungrammatical jokes about “More Happier” are fun—or annoying. We also discuss whether, as creative people, we expect our friends and family to read, watch, or listen to what we create. Plus we explore a silly question about whether we’d start to eat an item before we’d pay for it. Resourc…

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Ep. 521: Very Special Episode! Ask Us Anything, Part II 38:57

15d ago38:57

38:57

For this Very Special Episode, we answer questions from listeners about our relationships, happiness, watercolor, celebrities, our reading habits, and more. Resources and links related to this episode: Bookshop Quiz: Fall In Love With Your Next Novel Happier in Hollywood Substack Simon Haisell's slow read of War and Peace Five-Senses Journal Dabble…

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Little Happier: It’s Right to Do the Right Thing, Even When It Makes No Difference 4:31

17d ago4:31

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Three distinct voices—Leonard Woolf, Gerald Heard, and Thomas Merton—point to the same truth world: The value of right action lies not in the results we achieve for others, but in the rightness of the action itself, and its significance for ourselves. Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's be…

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More Happier: Happiness Lessons from Evacuation: When We Have to Leave Home Fast 26:39

19d ago26:39

26:39

We talk about the unexpected lessons Elizabeth learned during her family’s emergency evacuation from their home, from the practical (“know your zone”) to the emotional (dogs can provide comfort in displacement). We discuss how information networks proved crucial, the reality of evacuation traffic, and how different people react in crisis. We also e…

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Ep. 520: Very Special Episode! Ask Us Anything, Part I 36:06

22d ago36:06

36:06

For this Very Special Episode, we answer questions from listeners about relationships, happiness, habits, reading, writing, and working together as sisters. Resources and links related to this episode: Super-Fan Sign-Up Elizabeth is reading: Colored Television by Danzy Senna (Amazon, Bookshop) Gretchen is reading: A Stitch in Time by Penelope Livel…

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Little Happier: The Power of Telling the Truth: What Nebraska’s and Oslo’s Tourists Know 3:12

24d ago3:12

3:12

Through two brilliant tourism campaigns—Nebraska's "Honestly, it's not for everyone" and Oslo's “Is it even a city?”--we discover the surprising power of embracing what others might see as flaws. These campaigns reveal a liberating truth: What some see as drawbacks, others may view as advantages. It's a reminder that we're often at our most appeali…

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More Happier: Gretchen on David Duchovny’s “Fail Better” 48:14

26d ago48:14

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We’re bringing you my conversation with David Duchovny on his podcast, Fail Better. We talk action-led thoughts and aphorisms — anything in pursuit of leaving a conversation feeling happy. Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collectio…

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Ep. 519: College Freshman Advice, Night Snacking & a Hack for Being a Good Guest 39:18

29d ago39:18

39:18

We explore how advice meant for college freshmen—from practical packing tips to strategies for making friends—can benefit all of us. (Special guest: Gretchen’s daughter, currently a college freshman.) We also offer suggestions for a Rebel who struggles with late-night snacking, and share hacks for being a considerate houseguest and for getting more…

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Little Happier: The World Changes More than We Assume 3:22

1M ago3:22

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Through two seemingly unrelated pursuits—following the Knicks and visiting the Met—we discover a surprising truth. When we're casual observers, things appears fixed and permanent, like basketball's rules or a museum's "permanent" collection. But as we look closer and learn more, we discover that what seemed unchanging is actually in constant flux. …

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More Happier: Happier Podcast Book Club: Bestselling Author Kate Bowler [Revisited] 36:46

1M ago36:46

36:46

For the Happier Podcast Book Club we’re revisiting our conversation with our friend and bestselling author Kate Bowler about her moving, funny, thought-provoking new memoir, “No Cure for Being Human.” In this wide-ranging chat we discuss her writing process, work as a “calling” vs “career” and why we can be more honest in writing than we can out lo…

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Ep. 518: Make One New Friend, Make Walking More Fun & the Benefit of Question Time 31:55

1M ago31:55

31:55

We discuss why and how we might try to make one new friend in 2025—a huge happiness booster. We also explore two creative happiness hacks that make it easier to stick to a habit of walking. Plus we tackle a fascinating Four Tendencies question about managing a Questioner spouse's barrage of daily questions, and we delve into how people differ in re…

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Little Happier-What Andy Warhol Taught Me About Drama Queens: It's Not a Bug, It's a Feature 3:32

1M ago3:32

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Andy Warhol's observation of stars Edie Sedgwick and Judy Garland reveals a surprising truth about why some people are drawn to those surrounded by constant drama. What seems like a flaw—perpetual chaos and drama—can actually be an attraction, offering others an escape from their own problems by becoming absorbed in someone else's compelling crisis…

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More Happier: Movies That Represent Concepts, the Pleasure of Examples & QuirkyWays of Eating 18:29

1M ago18:29

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For Quality Screen Time, we find examples of movies that perfectly represent a concept (think “Groundhog Day.”) We also talk about the characteristic ways that people approach their meals, and the benefit of using a paper planner. Resources and links related to this episode: The Happier app Legend Planner Newsletter sign -up Happier in Hollywood ne…

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Ep. 517: Strengthen Your Grip, a Haiku Hack & Musician Mike Posner Talks Happiness 38:10

1M ago38:10

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We talk about why grip strength is an important factor for good health and fitness—and how to work on it. We share a fun and easy hack for elevating any occasion, and we talk to Grammy-nominated musician Mike Posner about his insights about success, creativity, and happiness. Resources and links related to this episode: "How to help those affected …

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Little Happier: Even NBA Stars Take the Subway: A Perfect New York City Moment 1:52

2M ago1:52

1:52

When Marathon Day meets NBA Game Day in New York City, a truth about New York City is revealed: No matter how famous or successful you are, and no matter where you’re going, sometimes it’s just faster and easier to take the subway. Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, pr…

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More Happier: Tools for sticking to your New Year's Resolutions [Revisited] 26:48

2M ago26:48

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Many people use January 1 as a catalyst for habit change. While people say “new year, new you,” it’s really new year, same you! But we can find better tools and in this Very Special Episode, we're revisiting some of the most popular, effective tools. Each of these tools is available in the Happier app, or if you prefer tangible tools, many are also…

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Ep. 516: Listeners’ Creative One-Word Themes, Use It or Lose It & Make Everyday Life More Fun 31:40

2M ago31:40

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We talk about why the familiar advice “use it or lose it” has an additional useful meaning. We also share many imaginative ideas for one-word themes from listeners, as well as some further thoughts on our own one-word themes (“Bounce” and “Door.”) Plus we discuss an easy way to make everyday life more festive. Resources and links related to this ep…

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Little Happier: When Your Life's Work Chooses You: The Beauty and Burden of a Calling 5:02

2M ago5:02

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From circus performers to doctors to writers to social workers, we can experience a "call"—an irresistible pull toward certain work that can feel both like a gift and a burden. While a calling provides clarity and fulfillment, it can also leave little room for choice, demanding sacrifice and persistence regardless of success. Get in touch: podcast@…

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More Happier - "24 Things That Please Me" and Why Making That Kind of List Makes Us Happier 24:44

2M ago24:44

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We review the list of “24 things that please me” that Gretchen created as one item in her “24 for 24” list. We discuss why those things are pleasing—and why making this kind of list can help us feel more gratitude, optimism, and happiness. Resources and links related to this episode: Read 25 in 25 Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretc…

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Revealed! Our “25 for 25” Lists of 25 Big & Small Things We Want to Do in 2025 37:18

2M ago37:18

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As part of the “Design Your Year” tools, we reveal our “25 for ‘25” lists of the twenty-five things we want to accomplish in 2025. Some are fun, some are demanding; some quick, some complicated; some new, some repeats. Resources and Links related to this episode: Design Your Year 25 for 2025 list resources Happier in Hollywood free newsletter: Happ…

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Happier with Gretchen Rubin

Gretchen Rubin / The Onward Project

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Gretchen Rubin: Meet the Author

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Purpose Rockstar: Daily Career Stories including Grammar Girl and Gretchen Rubin

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Ep. 523: Write Your Secrets of Adulthood, Magazine Happiness & Helping the (Obliger) Helper 31:53

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Little Happier: We All Have Our Luna Park: Places That Capture Our Imagination Forever 4:45

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More Happier: Very First Episode [Revisited] 28:44

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Ep. 522: Tenth Anniversary! Best Try-This-At-Home Ideas, Happiness Hacks, and Highlights 37:47

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Little Happier: The Efforts Made That Allow a Grandmother’s Love to Speak Across Time 2:59

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More Happier: The “More Happier” Debate, Do You Eat Before You Pay & Advice For Creative People 25:56

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Ep. 521: Very Special Episode! Ask Us Anything, Part II 38:57

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Little Happier: It’s Right to Do the Right Thing, Even When It Makes No Difference 4:31

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More Happier: Happiness Lessons from Evacuation: When We Have to Leave Home Fast 26:39

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Ep. 520: Very Special Episode! Ask Us Anything, Part I 36:06

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Little Happier: The Power of Telling the Truth: What Nebraska’s and Oslo’s Tourists Know 3:12

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More Happier: Gretchen on David Duchovny’s “Fail Better” 48:14

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Ep. 519: College Freshman Advice, Night Snacking & a Hack for Being a Good Guest 39:18

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Little Happier: The World Changes More than We Assume 3:22

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More Happier: Happier Podcast Book Club: Bestselling Author Kate Bowler [Revisited] 36:46

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Ep. 518: Make One New Friend, Make Walking More Fun & the Benefit of Question Time 31:55

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Little Happier-What Andy Warhol Taught Me About Drama Queens: It's Not a Bug, It's a Feature 3:32

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More Happier: Movies That Represent Concepts, the Pleasure of Examples & QuirkyWays of Eating 18:29

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Ep. 517: Strengthen Your Grip, a Haiku Hack & Musician Mike Posner Talks Happiness 38:10

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Little Happier: Even NBA Stars Take the Subway: A Perfect New York City Moment 1:52

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More Happier: Tools for sticking to your New Year's Resolutions [Revisited] 26:48

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Ep. 516: Listeners’ Creative One-Word Themes, Use It or Lose It & Make Everyday Life More Fun 31:40

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Little Happier: When Your Life's Work Chooses You: The Beauty and Burden of a Calling 5:02

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More Happier - "24 Things That Please Me" and Why Making That Kind of List Makes Us Happier 24:44

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Revealed! Our “25 for 25” Lists of 25 Big & Small Things We Want to Do in 2025 37:18

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