Sue Peters, a member of the Baby Boomer generation, has stories to tell and experiences to share. She spent most of her working life as an overachiever, always striving to accomplish more and more, sacrificing tremendous amounts of her time for her career, yet feeling that what she received in return never equaled her efforts. It took the loss of a parent in ... Show More
Today
4037: [Part 2] 7 Steps to Embracing Change Without Fear or Frustration by Sabrina of Budding Optimist
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 4037: Sabrina shares why resisting change often creates more suffering than the change itself, offering practical ways to m ... Show More
9m 20s
Yesterday
4036: [Part 1] 7 Steps to Embracing Change Without Fear or Frustration by Sabrina of Budding Optimist
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 4036: Sabrina explores why resisting change often leads to more anxiety and frustration, while learning to adapt can create ... Show More
8m 58s
Jun 1
4035: Six Types of Minimalists by Shawna Scafe of Simple On Purpose on Types Of Minimalism
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 4035: Shawna Scafe explores the many ways people embrace minimalism, from eco-conscious living and frugality to aesthetic s ... Show More
9m 32s
May 2023
More Happier: Elizabeth Talks About Being on Strike as a TV Writer and Reveals Her New Philosophy of Life
Elizabeth talks about the experience of being on strike as a Hollywood TV writer (and, relatedly, working on her new novel), and she also reveals her new insight about how she wants to live her life. Plus we discuss people’s enthusiastic responses to the “What’s Your Neglected Se ... Show More
25m 50s
Oct 2021
Ep. 348: Make a Choice (Like an Actor). Do a Favor for Your Future Self. Liz Lange Talks About Secrets, Success, Loss
We discuss how we can make a choice (like an actor), how we can do a favor for our future selves, and we talk to Liz Lange about her podcast “The Just Enough Family,” where she explores her family’s spectacular successes, dramatic losses, and deep secrets. Get in touch: @gretchen ... Show More
37m 51s
May 2024
Live a Healthier, Happier, and Longer Life: The Secrets to Feeling Young Forever
<p>Today, an absolute powerhouse is here to give you the key to living a longer, happier, healthier, and more meaningful life. </p><p>“I’m 86, but I look and feel 57,” says Mel’s mother-in-law, Judie Robbins. </p><p>Judie is the most happy, alive, vibrant, and well-connected pers ... Show More
56m 53s
Jun 2023
Ep. 434: Ways to Understand a Child Better, a Hack for Showing Love, & Eleanor Gives High-School Advice
We discuss ways to use the “Four Tendencies” personality profiles to communicate more effectively to the children in your life, whether as a parent, teacher, or coach. We talk about an easy hack to show our loving concern for someone, and we interview graduating senior Eleanor Ru ... Show More
35m 37s
May 2023
Ep. 432: Happier Podcast Book Club: Surprise! We Talk About How “Life in Five Senses” Makes Us Happier
Happier Podcast Book Club: We have a conversation about “Life in Five Senses”—abandoned titles, most surprising lessons, material that was cut out, the origin of the “What’s Your Neglected Sense?” quiz, and more. Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Follow on social media: @Gr ... Show More
39m 18s
Mar 2023
Ep. 419: Easy Ways to Boost Focus, a New Kind of Birthday Celebration, and Building Unlikely Friendships
We discuss several ways we can tap in to our five senses to boost productivity and focus, and we share a listener’s idea for a new way to celebrate a birthday. Author Will Schwalbe (“The End of Your Life Book Club”) talks about his new memoir, “We Should Not Be Friends,” and what ... Show More
37m 21s