In the New York Times, Connie Wang wrote about why so many families had named their daughters “Connie”: In the journalist Connie Chung, they saw the qualities and opportunities they wanted for their own children.
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Are You Asking Too Much–of This Person, or This Job, or This School?
Why lowering your standards isn’t the answer, how to call friends without making it weird, and does it matter if everyone orders the same thing at a restaurant? Episode highlights Try This at Home: Right-size your expectations. [00:14] Know Yourself Better: Do you split dishes wi ... Show More
35m 53s
Oct 31
Everyone’s Talking About the Same Movie, and We Love It
The fun of monoculture, a secret theme behind Steven Spielberg’s movies, and Jeff Probst visits a Survivor Fantasy League. Episode highlights Something Making Us Happier: Halloween decorations and a special Survivor Fantasy League guest visit [00:36] I’ve Been Meaning to Ask You: ... Show More
27m 39s
May 2022
1420 | Connie Podesta: “If You Want to Be Happier It Has to Be a Choice.”
Want to have happy children? On today’s QOD, Connie Podesta reveals how your children’s happiness begins with you. It’s up to you to choose it.Source: The Pursuit of Happiness – Connie PodestaGrab your QOD merch -- tees, hats, mugs, tumblers, and more -- at www.qodmerch.com!Hoste ... Show More
11m 2s
Jan 2019
Small Steps to a Happier Life: Gretchen Rubin
Lawyer-turned-writer Gretchen Rubin fancied herself a happy person. She had a job she liked, a husband and two daughters she loved, a life she enjoyed. But one day she found herself wondering, “Could I be happier?” So she set out to change her life—not in a blow-it-all-up-and-mov ... Show More
52m 4s
Apr 2020
Ep #39: Living Your Truth with Jen Hatmaker
<p>Today I am super excited to speak with a light and inspiration in my own life, Jen Hatmaker. Jen is the author of several New York Times bestsellers, host of the For The Love podcast, and co-founder of the Legacy Collective. Also a mom to five kids, she started a popular serie ... Show More
49m 57s
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
Dec 2020
#87: Gretchen Rubin on Being Happier: The Self Awareness to Live Better & Understand More
As we round on the New Year, ask yourself: How do you respond to expectations? Do you complete your resolutions? Do you execute on what others ask of you? There are four types of tendencies and knowing more about yourself will lead to healthier habits, better relationships, and m ... Show More
1h 5m
Dec 2023
1824 | Connie Podesta: “We are Not Attracted to People Because of Their Strengths, We are Attracted to People Because of Our Weaknesses.”
On today’s QOD, Connie Podesta reveals how healthy relationships are not about what you think you need, but about knowing that you’re where you want to be.Source: Connie Podesta: Attracted to People For Our Own Weaknesses?Hosted by Sean Croxton Follow me on InstagramSupport this ... Show More
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