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Is there anything special about human beings? A long list of characteristics—some obvious, some surprising—sets humans apart from other creatures. (Who knew that having a chin was so unusual?) Resources & links related to this episode: Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Visi ... Show More

As part of the Move 26 in ’26 Challenge, we’re sharing a bonus episode designed to pair with your 26 minutes of daily movement. In this episode, I talk with writer Ben Markovits about his acclaimed new novel, “The Rest of Our Lives” (available at bit.ly/4lbfDTq). The novel follow ... Show More

We discuss the fact that when we extend ourselves—when we put ourselves out into the world—we can expect sometimes to feel awkward, remorseful, or frustrated. We also talk about some funny mix-ups that passed unnoticed for years. Reminder: as an exclusive offer for “Happier” list ... Show More

From the author’s bestselling novel “Like Water for Chocolate,” today’s quote is a testament to love and devotion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 

Today’s quote, pulled from Bennett’s highly praised novel, The Vanishing Half, is a poetic reflection on the functions of the heart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 

From the bestselling novel Blindness, today’s quote poses a rhetorical question about living in the moment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 

Life’s simple pleasures are at the center of today’s quote, taken from The Hobbit—Tolkien’s fantastical tale of adventure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 

Is anything eternal? Today’s quote offers one way to extend the life of your favorite things. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 

Today’s quote invites us to think less and feel more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 

Best known for his beloved novella, The Little Prince, today’s quote comes instead from the author’s memoir. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 

Happy Valentine’s Day, listeners. Does today’s quote describe a love you’ve felt in your life? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 

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How the Mind Traps Itself To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices