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Little Happier: The Supreme Court Building Gave Me the “America Feeling”
Every time I read the words “Equal Justice Under Law,” carved into the front of the Supreme Court building, I get the America Feeling.
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7 years, 4 months ago
Ep. 205: An Interview about False Identities with Abby Ellin
Episode 205
Follow a ritual of completion, how to pour more easily from a carton (a small but useful hack!), and an interview with Abby Ellin about her fascinati…
7 years, 5 months ago
Little Happier: There’s Such Joy in Giving Delight
I saw the blockbuster movie “Avatar” back in 2009, and the only thing I remember is a look of pure joy.
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7 years, 5 months ago
Ep. 204: Put a Band-Aid On It
Episode 204
Why you should put a band-aid on it, consider “Me Time Tuesday,” and how to persuade a reluctant spouse to do more work.
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7 years, 5 months ago
Little: Even Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Life Felt Rushed and Cluttered
We often assume that our new technology is making us feel rushed and overwhelmed, but perhaps it’s just really ourselves.
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7 years, 5 months ago
Ep. 203: Plan Your “19 for 2019”
Episode 203
We reveal our “19 for 2019” and “9 for 2019” lists and discuss some listeners’ suggestions and questions about making these lists.
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7 years, 5 months ago
Little: Eisenhower: To Do Some Work Well, We Have to Do Some Work Poorly
Eisenhower gave Nixon some helpful advice: to be excellent in some areas, we have to be willing to be mediocre in other areas.
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7 years, 5 months ago
Ep. 202 - Use the Checklist for Habit Change
Use the Checklist for Habit Change, how to encourage conversation with children, and the challenge of planning office birthday celebrations.
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7 years, 5 months ago
Little: Sometimes, What We Think Is a Weakness Is a Strength, and Vice Versa
Sometimes a weakness can be a strength, and a strength can be a weakness.
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7 years, 5 months ago
Ep. 201 - Choose a One-Word Theme for the Year
Choose a one-word theme for the year, a talk with Chris Guillebeau, and what’s been your most significant resolution?
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7 years, 6 months ago