Podcast Episodes

More Happier: We Discuss How Parenthood Has Changed Us and the TV Show “Better Call Saul,” and We Both Learn Something New

Episode 29

We discuss two questions: whether parenthood has changed us and whether we ask ourselves rhetorical questions. Then we realize we’re not entirely clear on the definition of “rhetorical question.” We …

Published on 2 years, 10 months ago

Ep. 415: Aim to Show Up, Agree on a Code Phrase for “Change the Subject,” and Why No One’s Right or Wrong

Episode 415

We talk about why it’s a good idea to aim to show up, and why it’s helpful to

establish a code phrase with your sweetheart to let them know, “Change the

subject.” We also talk about how to avoid argume…

Published on 2 years, 10 months ago

Little Happier: The Old Story of Stone Soup Reminds Me that Magic Solutions Usually Don’t Exist

In an old story, a stone magically makes a soup out of water—but you do have to add carrots, beef, cabbage, onions, milk, salt, pepper, and potatoes. This story reminds me to be wary when someone off…

Published on 2 years, 10 months ago

Ep. 414: Think About Your Past-Self. Plus a Valentine’s Hack, and Are You and Over- or Under-Estimator?

Episode 414

We talk about why instead of thinking about our future-selves, we might think about our past-selves. Also, a listener suggests a lovely family Valentine’s Day tradition, and we ask ourselves the ques…

Published on 2 years, 10 months ago

Little Happier: When Do I Feel the Joyous, Childhood Feeling of Expectancy?

Writer Betty MacDonald’s memoir reminds me that even as adults, to be happier, we should seek out experiences that will give us the “wonderful, joyous, childhood feeling of expectancy.”

Get in touch: …

Published on 2 years, 10 months ago

More Happier: Guest Co-Host! The Iconic Heather Dubrow of “Real Housewives” Fame

Episode 28

For this episode, we have a surprise co-host—an iconic figure who offers her own suggestions and insights for how to be (more) happier.

Get in touch: @gretchenrubin; @elizabethcraft; podcast@gretchenr…

Published on 2 years, 11 months ago

Happier - Ep. 413: Tune in to Your Five Senses, “Go Outside 23 in 23” Even in Bad Weather, and a Hack About Dread

Episode 413

We talk about how and why we should tune in to our five senses. We also share listeners’ practical suggestions for how to “Go Outside 23 in 23” when the weather is bad, and discuss an easy hack for h…

Published on 2 years, 11 months ago

Little Happier: A Truth About Happiness That Confused Me for a Long Time

For a long time, when I tried to understand the nature of happiness, I was confused by one aspect of its nature. Finally, I figured it out: One of the best ways to make ourselves happy is to make oth…

Published on 2 years, 11 months ago

Ep. 412: Turn Deprivation into Indulgence, Creative Ways to Make a “23 in 23” List, and a Fun Tradition

Episode 412

In honor of “Dry January,” we explore why we might want to turn deprivation into indulgence (with alcohol or with anything else). We discuss listeners’ ideas for creative ways to approach the “23 in …

Published on 2 years, 11 months ago

Little Happier: Advice from Mr. Rogers that’s Useful to Both Children and Adults.

Fred Rogers observed that when times are bad, we should “look for the helpers.” Is this suggestion appropriate only for children, or is it helpful for adults, too?

Get in touch: @gretchenrubin; @eliza…

Published on 2 years, 11 months ago