We each explain a reason why summer is making us happier, why it’s important to break in our feet as well as our shoes, and why going “on pause” might be better than “stopping.” We also discuss the new “Five-Senses Journal” and how its design can to help us to become more mindful, more creative, more loving—and happier.
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Ep. 599: Treat Your Home Like a Hotel, Plus a Common Relationship Blindspot
Why you should treat your home like a hotel, and a common blindspot that can lead to unnecessary conflict. Plus a relationship hack. Episode highlights: Try This at Home: treat your home like a hotel—declutter, fix small annoyances, and add small touches of luxury. [03:10] Happin ... Show More
32m 51s
Jun 2025
Summer Sprinkles Challenge: Tiny Habits to Upgrade Your Life This Season
☀️ New Episode: Summer Sprinkles is HERE! 🌸✨ This week on the pod, we’re talking about tiny wellness habits you can sprinkle into your summer days to feel more energized, grounded, glowy, and YOU again. Think 5-minute rituals, sunset walks, feel-good food, barefoot moments, and ... Show More
40m 47s
Jun 2021
293. How To Find Happiness in Life: Simple Ways to Get Happy Now with NYT Bestselling Author and Happiness Expert Gretchen Rubin
Originally Aired: July 7, 2020
Craving more happiness in your life? Today, I featured NYT bestselling author and happiness expert Gretchen Rubin to discuss the practical "emergency toolkit" methods to increase your happiness; did you know "smelling the roses" is scientifically p ... Show More
1h 20m
Jun 2024
201. 5 scientific ways to ACTUALLY be happier
<p>We all want to be happier, but are probably sick of hearing about 'exercising more, eating better, sleeping 8 hours'. In today's episode we break down FIVE evidence based tips that are simple, accessible, actionable and inexpensive for becoming a happier person and the researc ... Show More
41m 52s
Jul 2024
Tips for Being Happier, Healthier, More Productive
<p>Today's podcast episode is an interview I did on the Happier with Gretchen Rubin Podcast with Gretchen Rubin and Elizabeth Craft. We discuss balancing ambition, tenacity, humility, and patience. I introduce my new children's book Meet Me In The Middle, that's part ... Show More
14m 56s