This story from the life of the brilliant ad executive Mary Wells Lawrence is a great example of the fact that to discover the work that’s right for us, and to be able to pursue it, is one of the greatest sources of happiness that life can offer.
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Yesterday
Exercise Tips from NPR’s LifeKit: Could Watching TV Actually Help You Get Moving?
For “Move Happier,” Gretchen talks with Marielle Segarra, host of NPR’s Life Kit, about ditching the all-or-nothing rule, making the most of everyday activities, and the importance of smell and lighting. Episode highlights: Reduce friction: set out your gear the night before [00: ... Show More
32m 42s
Oct 17
More Happier: Do you “Get to” or do you “Have to?”
We discuss the happiness of a trip with old friends, a way to reframe the task of taking our pills, and a surprising fact about GLP-1s. Episode highlights Something Making Us Happier—Say “I’ve made this plan, come if you can,” & reframe prescriptions as “I’m lucky to live when my ... Show More
29m 20s
Mar 2025
The key to happiness? Know thyself, says Gretchen Rubin
What is happiness? How do you define it? Maybe it's feeling good, having a sunny disposition or being fulfilled, even if you don't feel pleasant all the time. Gretchen Rubin, host of the Happier podcast and author of The Happiness Project, says happiness is less about attaining j ... Show More
20m 30s
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
Aug 2024
When Do We Get To Be Happy?
<p>As I prepare for my first TEDx talk this Saturday, I've been revisiting some of my podcast episodes for inspiration. Yes, I listen to my podcast too! One episode from last year really resonated with me, where I explored a powerful quote by Jenifer Lewis: "We need to be happy o ... Show More
10m 22s
Feb 2023
Mashup: How to Create Real and Lasting Happiness in Your Life
Most of what we do in life relates to our happiness in one way or another. In this episode, get inspired by different approaches you can use to create true, long-lasting happiness. “One of the best drivers of growth isn’t your job, isn’t your goals, it’s your friendship circle.” ... Show More
57m 21s
<p>Take Our <a href="http://goodlifeproject.com/survey" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Podcast Listener Survey</a>!</p><br><p>Unlock life's deepest truths with happiness expert Gretchen Rubin as she shares potent insights from her latest book, <a href="https://amzn.to/ ... Show More
