Happier with Gretchen Rubin

Happier with Gretchen Rubin

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Gretchen Rubin is HAPPIER, and she wants you to be happier too. The #1 bestselling author of The Happiness Project and Better Than Before gets more personal than ever as she brings her practical, manageable advice about happiness and good habits to this lively, thought-provoking podcast. Gretchen’s cohost and guinea pig is her younger sister, Elizabeth Craft, a TV writer …

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More Happier: What Can the Real Housewives Teach Us About Hope? Plus the New Hollywood Trend

<p>We discuss the Real Housewives and their lessons in time, hope, and perseverance. Plus we explore a new trend sweeping the world of Hollywood, and a hack for spring cleaning.</p> …

Apr 04, 2026 · 27m

Ep. 580: Very Special Episode! Ask Us Anything

<p>In this Ask Us Anything episode, we tackle everything from sibling competition to book clubs to our family custom of not saying “I love you.”</p> <p><strong>Resources & links related to …

Apr 01, 2026 · 32m

A Little Happier: The Effort Doesn’t Get Easier, But You Get Stronger.

<p>As an eight-year-old, my daughter Eleanor made a remark that is a reassuring reminder for many challenges we face.</p> <p><strong>Resources & links related to this episode:</strong></p> <ul> <li></li> </ul> <p><br>Get …

Mar 30, 2026 · 2m

How to Reduce Relationship Conflict with the Four Tendencies

<p>Conflict with a sweetheart or a child can be hard to resolve. In this Revisited episode, we share some of our most useful conversations for using the Four Tendencies to …

Mar 28, 2026 · 33m

Ep. 579: Do You Have Trouble Making Plans with Friends? And How to Question a Questioner

<p>We talk about why proposing an anchor date makes it easier to set plans with friends. We also include answers from Questioners about why they don’t like to answer questions—and …

Mar 25, 2026 · 30m

A Little Happier: Why Lady Gaga Matters for My One-Word Theme for 2026

<p>Listening to Lady Gaga sing the theme song of iconic children’s TV show “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood” made me pay attention to the song’s familiar words. I get choked up every …

Mar 23, 2026 · 2m

More Happier: Do You Expect Too Much? Plus, How to Finish an Important Project

<p>We discuss whether we might be expecting too much these days from the workplace, from marriage, from schools, from family. We also talk about the challenge of tackling a big …

Mar 21, 2026 · 27m

Ep. 578: Do You Dread Giving a Toast? And You Probably Want the Same Snack

<p>We talk about why proposing a toast can boost our happiness and discuss many do’s and don’ts for making a good toast. We also discuss some funny research about the …

Mar 18, 2026 · 31m

A Little Happier: A Happy Story about Queen Elizabeth II and the American Tourists

<p>When Queen Elizabeth II encountered some friendly but clueless American tourists, she revealed her prankish sense of humor.</p> <p><strong>Resources & links related to this episode:</strong></p> <ul> <li></li> </ul> <p><br>Get in …

Mar 16, 2026 · 2m

More Happier: How to Stick to an Exercise Habit with the Four Tendencies [Revisited]

<p>Why is it so hard to keep an exercise habit, even when we want to? We discuss what the Four Tendencies reveals about finding the approach that works for you—and …

Mar 14, 2026 · 28m

Ep. 577: How Well Do You Know Yourself? Plus Hacks for Staying Warm & Putting Down Your Phone

<p>We talk about the value of self-knowledge and explore some of our favorite online personality quizzes and assessments. We also share listeners’ suggestions for staying warm, and tackle an Upholder’s …

Mar 11, 2026 · 30m

A Little Happier: Is There Anything Special About Human Beings?

<p>Is there anything special about human beings? A long list of characteristics—some obvious, some surprising—sets humans apart from other creatures. (Who knew that having a chin was so unusual?)</p> <p><strong>Resources …

Mar 09, 2026 · 2m

Move Happier: How Do You Move On After College Drop-Off? with Author Ben Markovits

<p>As part of the Move 26 in ’26 Challenge, we’re sharing a bonus episode designed to pair with your 26 minutes of daily movement.</p> <p>In this episode, I talk with …

Mar 08, 2026 · 39m

More Happier: Do You Ever Have Post-Party Blues? Plus the Raymond Carver/Chandler Problem

<p>We discuss the fact that when we extend ourselves—when we put ourselves out into the world—we can expect sometimes to feel awkward, remorseful, or frustrated. We also talk about some …

Mar 07, 2026 · 29m

Ep. 576: What Was the Value of Our “No-Spend February?” Plus a Warning About Social-Media Stories

<p>We reflect on No-Spend February—what we didn’t buy, what we did buy, and what we learned. We also share a hack for successfully mixing friendship and business, and talk about …

Mar 04, 2026 · 27m

A Little Happier: What Makes a Face Stand Out from a Crowd?

<p>Seeing my beloved father as a patient in the hospital reminded me of looking at class photos of young children. Among a sea of faces, it’s my love that makes …

Mar 02, 2026 · 1m

More Happier: Four Tendencies for Obligers—3 Challenges and How to Handle Them [Revisited]

<p>Some people have no trouble meeting expectations for others but struggle to follow through on what they want for themselves. If that sounds familiar, this episode is for you. We revisit …

Feb 28, 2026 · 39m

Bonus: How to Make Progress on What Matters to You (Even If You Feel Stuck) with Mimi Bouchard

<p>Struggling to make progress on a habit? This episode offers a different approach—get a 14-day free trial of Activations (plus a big discount) at<a href="http://activations.com/happier"> activations.com/happier</a>.</p> <p>Determination Day, February 28, …

Feb 27, 2026 · 34m

Ep. 575: Our 11th Anniversary! Favorite Moments from the Past Year

<p>In honor of our “Steel” anniversary, we share some of our favorite suggestions, insights, hacks, and highlights from the previous year.</p> <p><strong>Resources & links related to this episode:</strong></p> <ul> <li><a …

Feb 25, 2026 · 33m

A Little Happier: A Very Surprising Truth that I Learned in Law School

<p>I learned something surprising in law school: To a great extent, we can’t be forced to follow the law; we must decide to follow the law.</p> <p><strong>Resources & links related …

Feb 23, 2026 · 5m

More Happier: Does Money Stress You Out? Mrs. Dow Jones & Reema Khrais on What Helps

<p>For many people, money is a source of anxiety and guilt. In this Roundtable conversation, we explore why the subject of money is so challenging, and also the small, realistic …

Feb 21, 2026 · 31m

Ep. 574: Are You Already Falling Behind on Your New Year’s Resolutions? Plus Ideas for “Move 26”

<p>We talk about how we’re using Determination Day (February 28) to reengage with our “26 for ’26” list. We also share listeners’ excellent suggestions for “Move 26 in ’26,” as …

Feb 18, 2026 · 30m

A Little Happier: When I Called the Emergency Veterinarian, She Asked a Question that Made the Answer Obvious

<p>When I called the emergency vet to ask a question about my dog Barnaby, her answer gave me an important insight into the challenge of decision-making.</p> <p><strong>Resources & links related …

Feb 16, 2026 · 4m

Move Happier: Why Does Movement Matter? Michelle Obama Weighs In

<p>As part of the Move 26 in ’26 Challenge, we’re sharing a listen-along episode to pair with your 26 minutes of daily movement. Michelle Obama and her brother Craig Robinson discuss …

Feb 14, 2026 · 31m