A note from Kendra: In this conversation, Kate and I exchange a joke about going to prison for someone we love, and I have since been shown the harm that reaction causes people in communities affected by disproportionate and unfair policing. For that, I am genuinely sorry. Thank you for graciously leaving space for all of us to continue to learn and do bette ... Show More
Yesterday
Decide What You’re Done With
Y’all, I always struggle this time of year. The two weeks before school starts have historically left me feeling stressed, anxious, and ready for some simplicity. The simplicity does come (sort of) with the start of the school year and a normal routine, but all of the scurrying a ... Show More
47m 9s
Aug 13
Bonus: How to Get Out the Door (Rerun)
As you can tell, today is not Monday. Today is Thursday, but on the occasional Thursday, we share a bonus episode from the archives that we think will be helpful this time of year. Since it’s the end of August and regular rhythms have already or are about to pick up, we’ve got to ... Show More
27m 7s
Oct 2023
Kenzie, Have Some Respect for Yourself
Kenzie Elizabeth, host of House Guest (formerly known as ILYSM), sits down for a solo podcast all about respecting yourself, taking inventory of your life and making better decisions. She is brought to tears by her recent decisions because even she at this point cannot take herse ... Show More
40m 7s
May 2020
Ep. 273: Get Grounded in Your Body Through Your Senses, an Idea for a Quick, Inexpensive Gift, and a Conversation about Tough Times with Kate Bowler
We discuss how we can feel calmer by getting grounded in our body, through our senses; we discuss a gift that’s easy, inexpensive, and thoughtful, and Kate Bowler joins us to talk about how to stay happier during these very difficult times. Get in touch: @gretchenrubin; @elizabet ... Show More
39m 19s