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Little Happier: A Happiness Lesson from Author Kurt Vonnegut’s Uncle

06 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Gratitude is a key to happiness, and while gratitude journals work for some, alternative practices also work—such as one simple approach suggest...

More Happier: The Joy of Giving Away Toys, the Pleasure of Parasocial Relationships & TV Tourism

04 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about the energy (and space) gained from giving away items that others will appreciate, and we explore the surprisingly positive aspects of pa...

Ep. 554: Take the Trip, Get Something Valuable for Free, and Listeners Talk about Their “One Big Thing”

01 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the value of taking the trip. We also reveal something very valuable that is available for free, if you know where to look, and we share li...

Little Happier: Good Idea or Bad Idea? Do I Regret My Experience, or Not? I Can’t Decide.

29 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A simple childhood memory of jubilation raises a lasting question: Is it better to persist with activities we dislike and struggle with, or pursue wha...

More Happier: Introducing “Since You Asked with Gretchen Rubin and Lori Gottlieb”

27 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Introducing my new podcast: Since You Asked! This is the first episode of my new show with my friend, the therapist and author Lori Gottlieb. Eac...

Ep. 553: Ask for Clarification, an Easy Way to Unclutter & a “Use It Up” Epiphany

24 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about why asking for clarification is so important—yet it’s an easy step to skip. We also mention a listener’s great hack fo...

Little Happier: Andy Warhol, Woolworth’s, Air Conditioning, and Roasted Peanuts

22 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our five senses constantly make adjustments and compromises—an observation that explains a cryptic comment by Andy Warhol. Get in touch: podcast...

More Happier: For Travel, Familiarity or Novelty? Plus a Flossing Hack & the Pleasure of Routine

20 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We explore whether it's better to seek out new experiences or enjoy familiar favorites when traveling. Plus, we share a surprising hack about alternat...

Ep. 552: Start Your 100-Day Countdown, Try Substack & the Power of Engaging

17 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There are about 100 days left in the year, and we discuss why starting your 100-day countdown can make you happier. We also explore a hack that will h...

Little Happier: A Surprising and Subtle Way to Change Your Habits: Consider Texas

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Texas’s extremely successful anti-littering campaign illustrates an important principle about habit change: Sometimes changing our habits requir...

More Happier: Returning to Routine? 7 Strategies to Make it Easier [Revisited]

13 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Feeling the end-of-summer slump? In this revisited episode, we share 7 practical strategies that can help you rebuild your routine for fall—espe...

Ep. 551: Question Assumptions, College Drop-Off Hacks & Rebelling Against an Unappreciative Family

10 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about why it can be very valuable to question our assumptions, and we also share hacks for helping a child moving into a college dorm.  P...

Little Happier: Why Is Making Partner in a Law Firm Like Winning a Pie-Eating Contest?

08 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A teaching joke from the legal world captures an important lesson: Sometimes the reward for an achievement is simply a bigger helping of the same chal...

More Happier: Listen In! Recording from Our Reading Retreat (and Closet Clearing)

06 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

During our recent Reading Retreat 2025, we made voice memos to record our sisterly adventure. We talk about our reading, plus we also report on the ev...

Ep. 550: Very Special Episode: Now Is the Time to Tackle That One, Big, Hard Thing

03 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes, to be happier, we need to confront one enormous, daunting goal that we would really prefer to avoid. We discuss what those kinds of intimid...

Little Happier: Sometimes, Life Feels Like Art. Recently I Felt Like Reciting Poetry to a Crowd

01 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes life achieves the formal perfection of art, or a moment can seem so transcendent that only art can allow us to express what we feel. Get in ...

More Happier: Get Ready for Fall in Just 30 Minutes [Revisited]

30 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Clear the Decks! We revisit one of our most popular episodes to help you prepare for the return to routine after summer—or anytime you’re ...

Ep. 549: Make a Love List, Back-to-School Hacks & How to Learn Someone’s Real Opinion

27 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We explore the power of creating a "love list" to help us stay connected with the people who matter most. We share a clever way for getting someone&rs...

Little Happier: A Happiness Lesson from the Friends’ Central Perk Coffee Shop

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A touch of levity can help us navigate awkward or painful situations by making it easier for people to hear difficult things—as illustrated by a...

More Happier: Talking Romance Writing with Stacey Abrams and Lori Gottlieb

23 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this Roundtable discussion, we explore the role of romance in fiction and real life. Author and political leader Stacey Abrams explains how she wea...

Ep. 548: Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is, Surprising Fun & Solving Rebel Resistance to Something Desirable

20 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We explore how we can signal dedication to an aim by putting our money where our mouth is—though it’s important to note that merely spendi...

A Little Happier: Mega-Star Taylor Swift Chooses the Right Tool to Suit Her Work

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Super-star musician Taylor Swift has three categories of imaginary pens that she uses to write her songs. Having the right tools helps to make work a ...

More Happier: Gretchen Joins the Podcast “10% Happier with Dan Harris”

16 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

From Dan Harris’s podcast, 10% Happier—a conversation about how to remember and use what truly makes us happier. We talk about why it&rsqu...

Ep. 547: Beware the Impulse to Disengage, Planning Themed Retreats & How to Know Yourself Better.

13 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss why we should beware of the impulse to disengage when we feel lonely, purposeless, or overwhelmed by bad news. We also share listener respo...

A Little Happier: Keep an Empty shelf—and Also Keep a Junk Drawer.

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Creating an orderly environment can be surprisingly energizing and mood-boosting. And while an empty shelf holds invitation and promise, so does a jun...

More Happier: Real Housewives & Bad Apologies, the Empty Nest & Parenting Secrets of Adulthood

09 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about the joys of summer and of navigating airports and subways. We also discuss how the Real Housewives can set a bad example (surprise!), an...

Bonus: We Tried a New Tool to Grow Closer—Here’s What Happened

08 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Strong relationships are essential for happiness—but they can be hard to maintain. In this bonus episode, we try something totally new: a live e...

Ep. 546: Embrace Regret, Sticker Hacks for Back-to-School & Is Upholder-Rebellion Real?

06 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss why embracing regret can help us make our lives happier, by helping point the way to a life that better reflects our values. We also share ...

A Little Happier: The Fun of Phrases and the Delight of Wordplay

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This humorous collection of phrases, puns, and other kinds of wordplay is a good reminder of the delights of language.  Resources & links rel...

More Happier: 7 Happiness Myths—and What’s Actually True [Revisited]

02 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

“Money can’t buy happiness.” “It’s selfish to try to be happier.” These familiar ideas seem wise—but they of...

Ep. 545: Consider a Themed Retreat, Stay Safe in Crowds & a Cold-Water Solution

30 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss why a themed retreat can boost our happiness, and talk about different possible themes. We also share safety tips for staying safe when cau...

Introducing: The Deep Dive

29 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Each week, comedians and best friends Jessica St. Clair and June Diane Raphael take a ‘deep dive’ into their real lives and discuss a wide...

A Little Happier: A True Story About Friendship at the Olympics—and We’re More Free Than We Think

28 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The extraordinary story of two Olympics-prize-winners Japanese pole vaulters is a testament to the power of friendship—and also a great reminder...

More Happier: A New Barbie, Quality Screen Time & the Joy of Working on a Porch

26 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the fact that a new Barbie has the gear of a Type 1 diabetic. We also talk about how having an additional monitor makes writing more enjoya...

Ep. 544: ”25 for ’25 List” Mid-Year Check-In—How Are We Doing?

23 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The year is half over, and we review our “25 for 2025 Lists” to see what progress we’ve made—and to remind ourselves of our un...

A Little Happier: The Parable of the Raft, or, What Got You Here Won’t Get You There

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Important truths endure. Three different teachers across the centuries have commented, in their own way, on an important aspect of the human experienc...

More Happier: Traveling Soon? 30 Hacks for a Happier Trip [Revisited]

19 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes—our travel hacks extravaganza. These 30 tips range from the obvious (check the weather!) to ...

Ep. 543: Make a Decision and Make It Work, a Text-Scheduling Hack & Following Up on Mean "Jokes"

16 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss how to make use of counterintuitive research that shows that our ability to change our minds often makes us less satisfied with our choices...

A Little Happier: What Happened When Steve Jobs’s Question Was Dismissed.

14 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In the “Four Tendencies” personality framework, tech legend Steve Jobs was a Questioner. At a crucial moment, his question was ignored&mda...

More Happier: Watercoloring, Novel-Writing & 80’s Bestsellers

12 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss how we’re doing on some items from our “25 for ’25 lists,” and how book writing is going for both of us. Plus we ta...

Ep. 542: Point to Your Ugliest Thing, Use Photos to Save Memories & Understand Obliger-Rebellion

09 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss why it’s useful to identify the "ugliest thing" in your life—i.e., what aspect needs the most attention? We also share an easy ...

Little Happier: "Love Is Unconditional, and Love is Demanding” & Other Secrets of Adulthood for Parents

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

With time and experience, we learn “Secrets of Adulthood,” and parenthood teaches us many of those lessons. Resources & links related ...

More Happier: Talking Secrets of Adulthood with Shannon Watts

05 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In a recent Secrets of Adulthood Substack Live conversation, I talked to the terrific Shannon Watts, founder of Moms Demand Action (the nation&rs...

Ep. 541: Try These Parenting Hacks from Listeners, Manage Your Own Worry & an Easy Packing Hack

02 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We share a treasure trove of creative, easy parenting hacks from our listeners, as well as a happiness hack about creating a "prep station" bin to sta...

Little Happier: Is it a Bug? Is it a Feature? It Depends on You

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The familiar proverb “It’s not a bug, it’s a feature” is a reminder that one person may seek out a product, an experience, or ...

More Happier: No “Guilty” Pleasures & Returning to the Treadmill Desk

28 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about why it can helpful to trust our interests and inclinations about what to read, watch, or listen to, without imposing a lot of judgment o...

Ep. 540: Very Special Episode: Treasure Trove of Easy Ideas to Add Whimsy to Daily Life

25 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this Very Special Episode, we share dozens of ideas from listeners—and ourselves—about how to add an element of whimsy to everyday life...

Little Happier: “New Yorker” Covers and My Peculiar Yearning for a City I Already Have

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New Yorker magazine covers capture something both true and elusive about the city, by distilling New York in single images, so that the place feels si...

More Happier: Bestselling Novel "The Ministry of Time" Audiobook Preview

21 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In honor of our upcoming Read 25 Day, we are excited to share an audiobook preview of bestselling novel "The Ministry of Time" from Lemonada's own "Yo...

Ep. 539: Don't Disparage What Matters, Funny Travel Trends & Handling Hurtful "Jokes"

18 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss why we shouldn't downplay things that are actually important to us (such as saying “I don’t care about my birthday” if yo...

Little Happier: Paris, Rose, a Fortune Cookie—an Anniversary Toast to My Husband Jamie

16 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A double anniversary (of a wedding and of a life-saving medical cure) inspired this toast—with allusion to Gertrude Stein, Wendell Berry, and &l...

More Happier: Gretchen on Totally Booked with Zibby Owens

14 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We bring you a conversation with my friend Zibby Owens on her podcast Totally Booked. Taped in front of a life studio audience, we discuss my new book...

Ep. 538: Set a Tripwire, Decide If You Need the Storage Unit & Do You Use that Gizmo?

11 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about why it can be helpful to set a tripwire for making a decision or moving forward. We also discuss a Secret of Adulthood that’s very...

Little Happier: Four Helpful “Secrets of Adulthood” for Parents

09 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Becoming a parent can be one of the most transformative, and instructive, experiences of our lives. These four “Secrets of Adulthood” exam...

More Happier: James Taylor, Unrealistic Expectations & Do You Love to Provision?

07 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

James Taylor and a new puppy are making us happier. We also explore the question of whether it’s common these days to have perhaps unrealistical...

Ep. 537: Create a Family “Familect,” Organize Your Apps & Listeners’ Great Secrets of Adulthood

04 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the idea of the  “familect” and why it might be fun to create a  dictionary for our own familect. We also talk about ...

Little Happier: Some Words from Winston Churchill—Among Other Things, He Was a Terrific Writer

02 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Winston Churchill was an extraordinary presence on the world stage, and among his strengths, he had a tremendous gift with words. Here are just a few ...

More Happier: Parenting Roundtable with Dr. Becky and Samantha Bee

31 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Roundtable Series tackles the subject of parenthood. With parenting expert Dr. Becky Kennedy and comedian Samantha Bee, we discuss the most helpfu...

Ep. 536: Make a Before-&-After Book, Enter the Library, and How to Deal with a Questioner Spouse

28 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss how creating before-and-after photo books of renovations or improvements can bring satisfaction and preserve memories. Our happiness hack s...

Little Happier: The Surprising Origin of One of My Favorite Book Titles

26 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I love book titles, and when I finally tracked down the book attached to one of my favorite titles, I was astonished to learn where I heard about it. ...

More Happier: Our Longest-Lasting Relationships, a New Way to Think About Our Past & a Fun Quiz

24 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss why it’s interesting to consider our longest continuous non-family relationships. We spotlight a tool for spring: the Five-Senses Qui...

Ep. 535: Create Your “Summer of __,” Some Reading Recommendations & Listeners’ Favorite Words

21 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss a fun summer challenge of focusing on a specific theme or goal. We also include a few helpful, fun hacks, and we share some of listeners&rs...

Little Happier: Good Smell, Bad Smell? Context Changes Our Experience.

19 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our perception of smells depends on context—the same scent is experienced as delightful when labeled "Parmesan cheese" but revolting when called...

More Happier: Gretchen Rubin on NPR's Life Kit

17 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We bring you my interview with NPR's Life Kit where I discuss that the key to happiness is actually to know yourself better and what questions to ask ...

Ep. 534: Recognize Your Exceptional Advantage, Don’t Be Fooled by Familiarity & an Empty-Nest Question

14 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss why it's valuable to identify your "exceptional advantages" in both work and personal life—those unique blessings or abilities you mi...

Little Happier: Drifting Through Life: When Not Deciding Becomes a Decision

12 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Drift—the powerful force of making decisions by not deciding—can shape our lives without our conscious participation. Resources & link...

More Happier: How Do We Know Ourselves and Our Values? A Short Quiz Reveals So Much

10 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We talk to the brilliant Suzy Welch about her new book, “Becoming You,” and her Values Bridge quiz which can tells us how we rank fifteen ...

Ep. 533: Dust It Off or Let Go, the Power of PT & How to Create Compelling TV Characters

07 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss why it’s useful to dust off unused items--and either start using them or give them away. We also share a happiness hack from a listen...

Little Happier: When to Listen to Criticism and When to Ignore It

05 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Distinguishing helpful from unhelpful criticism is a challenge that every creative person faces. No formula exists for knowing which criticism to heed...

More Happier: How Regret Can Make You Happier [Revisited]

03 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss how regret and reflection can help us make better decisions in the future, and increase our happiness. Regret can be a hard thing to talk a...

Ep. 532: Favorite Words, a Simple Packing Hack, and Managing Obliger-Rebellion at Work

30 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We explore why making a list of your favorite words ("whimsy," "crackle," "latibulate") and using them can boost happiness. We share a simple hack tha...

Little Happier: When the Words of Ritual Give Me My “America Feeling”

28 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Certain moments inspire my "America feeling"—a profound connection to the ideals of the United States. For instance, the formal words of the ope...

More Happier: Puppy! Taffy Has Arrived

26 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about the happiness, rewards, and challenges of having a new dog. Resources & links related to this episode: Support your favorite indie ...

Introducing: Confessions of a Female Founder with Meghan

24 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We’re excited to introduce you to Confessions of a Female Founder with Meghan, a new show from Lemonada Media. As Meghan, Duchess of Sussex buil...

Ep. 531: Arrive Right on Time, Benefits of Pill Organizers & the Strongest Way to Make Friends

23 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss why arriving right on time for events makes it easier to have fun and to network (especially for introverts or newcomers). We also share th...

Little Happier: Easy Answers or Hard Truths: Whom Do You Trust?

21 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When we’re trying to make a point, it’s often more effective to tell a story than to deliver a lecture. Example: an episode from the popul...

More Happier: Gretchen’s & Elizabeth’s Dog Decisions

19 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In honor of the arrival of a new dog, we take a flashback to previous discussions of our lives with Barnaby, Daisy, and Nacho. We each decided to &ldq...

Ep. 530: Very Special Episode: Hacks, Products, and Tips for Spring Clearing & Organizing

16 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

To get ready for spring, we share some of our favorite habits, hacks, and resources for clearing clutter and getting organized.   Resources &...

Little Happier: When One Proverb Sparks Dozens: the Inspiration of “No Receiver, No Thief”

14 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

While writing my book "Secrets of Adulthood," I discovered how the structure of a single traditional proverb could spark dozens of new insights. The e...

More Happier: Listen In! Recordings from a Visit in Los Angeles

12 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

During the book tour for “Secrets of Adulthood,” we had the chance to spend the day together in Los Angeles. Listen in and follow along as...

Ep. 529: Cutting Back on Cussing, Easier Traveling & Do Possessions Have Feelings?

09 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We explore the surprising benefits of swearing—from pain tolerance to social bonding—while also discussing why cutting back on cussing mig...

Little Happier: When Zero Isn't Nothing: The Fresh Eyes of a Basketball Beginner

07 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Through my "Operation Knicks Knowledge" experiment, I was astonished to learn that some professional basketball players have the number zero for their...

More Happier: Reading Hacks [Revisited]

05 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In honor of #read25in25, we're revisiting one of our Very Special Episodes about how to get more reading done. We share hacks, strategies, and tools f...

Jay Shetty on Pursuing What You Love, from IMO

03 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sharing a new show from my friends at Higher Ground, called IMO. You know on Happier, Gretchen gives practical advice meant to uplift you, help you re...

Ep. 528: Improve Your Hedonic Forecasting, Hacks for Reading More, and Mystery Revealed (Name of New Dog)

02 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We explore the science of "hedonic forecasting"—our often-flawed ability to predict future happiness—and share strategies to make better l...

Little Happier: A Secret Kept for Thousands of Years Inspires My Owns Secrets (of Adulthood)

31 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

During my daily Metropolitan Museum visits, an ancient marble sculpture connected to the Eleusinian Mysteries—one of history's best-kept secrets...

More Happier: Behind-the-Scenes Book Making, Secret Eating Habits, and Sisterly Memories

29 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We dive behind-the-scenes about the making of Gretchen’s new book, “Secrets of Adulthood,” discussing everything from cover design t...

Ep. 527: What a Favorite Book Reveals, Photo Selection Tips & Family Secrets Explored

26 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss how paying attention to the books, movies, or TV shows someone loves can provide profound insights into their character and inner life. Our...

Little Happier: When Your Life Feels Like “Groundhog Day”: Movies That Capture Concepts

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes, the title of a movie manages to become shorthand for entire life situations—think "The Matrix," "Gaslight," and “The Devil Wear...

More Happier: Friendship Roundtable: How to Make, Keep & Deepen Friendships

22 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

First in a new discussion series on happiness: Friendship Roundtable. Joining me is a longtime friend, Laurie Santos, and a new friend, Reshma Saujani...

Ep. 526: The Rule of More, a Fun Way to Clear Family Clutter & More Secrets of Adulthood

19 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We explore the powerful “Rule of More” that we can make our lives happier—or less happy. We share an easy yet highly effective hack ...

Little Happier: The Villagers and the Crocodile: When We Assume That We’re Not Next

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In my version of a traditional teaching story, a village is terrorized by a crocodile. This story explores the dangers of dismissing threats to others...

More Happier: We Talk Money: Finances, Love, Conflict, Debt, and Self-Knowledge

15 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In a conversation with the brilliant and hilarious Ramit Sethi, we talk about “money for couples.” We discuss issues such as the four mone...

Ep. 525: Should I Get a Dog? Plus Using Podcasts to Get Tasks Done & Listener Insights

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We explore the big question of whether to get a dog, sharing results from our listener poll, research on how pets boost happiness, and hilarious "wors...

Little Happier: A Truth About Human Nature, Illustrated by a Change in Basketball Rules

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Through my "Operation Knicks Knowledge" experiment, I've discovered that basketball rules evolve constantly—and one particular change reveals a ...

More Happier: Revisiting Everyone’s Favorite Moment: The Gift of the Ped Egg

08 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In honor of our tenth anniversary, we revisit a fan-favorite episode: The one where Elizabeth talks about giving a Ped Egg to her mother-in-law. Many ...

Ep. 524 Use a Messy Closet, a 3-Hour Rule for Difficult People & Renowned Judy Blume on Reading

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We explore a helpful approach for handling important tasks that can’t be dealt with at present, by stashing them in the metaphorical "messy clos...

Little Happier: A Military Pamphlet from WWII Reflects My Dream for the United States

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

During my family’s trip to Normandy, reading the D-Day guide for soldiers gave me the “America feeling.” Its plain words, aimed...

More Happier: Survivor Fantasy League, Gold Star for Teachers on the Subway & Reading Renaissance

01 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We share what's making us happier: Survivor Fantasy League and teachers herding middle schoolers on the subway. We discuss whether reading is having a...

Ep. 523: Write Your Secrets of Adulthood, Magazine Happiness & Helping the (Obliger) Helper

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We explore the powerful practice of distilling your hard-earned observations into concise "Secrets of Adulthood,” such as "Working is one of the...

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