In today's episode, Sarah shares some ideas and inspiration for your summer -- some of it a little bit outside of the typical (summer cleaning, anyone?).
Topics discussed:
- Sharing the load of summer planning and fun-making
- Summer checklists . . . not just for kids
- Summer fun ideas for less than ideal weather
- Summer habit / routine changes
- Summer cl ... Show More
Jul 20
The Case for Planning Fun EP 312
Some people feel like planning in fun takes away . . . well, some of the fun! Sarah counters some of the common arguments for planning in fun, and offers suggestions for adding fun to every time frame, from yearly to daily! July Sponsors IXL: Best Laid Plans listeners can get an ... Show More
23m 24s
Jul 13
July Q&A: Seasonal Slumps, Editing Your "To Read" List, Planning in New Motherhood, and More EP 311
In today's episode, Sarah tackles questions sent during the month of July. Topics:- How did you help your kids through the disappointment of cancelled plans (in reference to the prior week's ep)?- Advice for planning at the start of new motherhood?- Follow up advice for the liste ... Show More
20m 4s
Jun 2025
HOW TO MAKE YOUR SUMMER SLAP
With summer right around the corner, Jon and Kristin sit down to share a little inspo on how to make the most of this summer. From travel plans to simple moments, they’re talking all about what they’re doing to make it the best one yet. A lighthearted, feel-good episode we know y ... Show More
49m 33s
Jun 2017
Ep. 103 Pop-ups, sunnies, s'mores, and more!
It's time for our favorite summer ritual - the awesome summer list episode! Megan is joined this week by fellow summer-lover Kelly, and they have put together a list of ten ideas to make this summer a little bit more amazing. From flip-flops that are good to your feet to what you ... Show More
56m 30s
Jun 2020
Ep. 250 Sprinklers, limeade, library books, and what made summer awesome
Summer 2020 may be unlike anything we had hoped or planned for, but maybe that gives us an opportunity to rediscover the awesome of summer days of our childhoods. Join Meg as she shares what a variety of friends and Awesomes have said made for incredible summers when they were ki ... Show More
57m 36s
Jun 2020
Ep. 276: Design Your Summer, Solutions to Create Sibling Harmony, and How Cornstarch Can Enliven a Boring Afternoon
We discuss why you might design your summer, how you can use cornstarch for a fun, science-based activity, and review listeners’ solutions for creating harmony among siblings. Get in touch: @gretchenrubin; @elizabethcraft; podcast@gretchenrubin.com Get in touch on Instagram: @Gre ... Show More
23m 41s
May 2023
103. summer prep, bucket list activities and how to romanticize your life
Summer bucket list ideas thast you can do anywhere!! How to romanticize your life, friendship adivce and more. SO sorry for the audio errors, i hope youre still able to enjoy the episode. I really tried to save the audio but i still wanted you to have a real time episdoe for this ... Show More
53m 22s
May 2015
Ep. 11 Ready, set, summer!
Kelly is here for Episode 11, and we are talking all about summer! In this episode, we start as always with Awesome of the Week. Then, we each share our top summer finds - recipes, activities, treats, and more! Later in the show, I beg advice from her on how she handles screen ti ... Show More
1h 3m
Jun 2021
Ep. 329: Explore the Five Senses of Summer, a Hack for Boosting Focus, and a Deep Dive into Solutions for Obliger-Rebellion
We talk about you might explore the five senses of summer, suggest a simple hack that makes it easier to focus, and review listeners’ suggestions about how to ward off growing Obliger-rebellion. Get in touch: @gretchenrubin; @elizabethcraft; podcast@gretchenrubin.com Get in touch ... Show More
32m 47s