Happier with Gretchen Rubin
Episodes
More Happier: Try These 7 Habit Strategies for a Fresh Start This September
Gretchen Rubin and Elizabeth Craft discuss seven universal strategies for building better habits as September offers a fresh start.
Ep. 601: Try "Do-Spend September," Plus a Five-Senses Hack For a Memorable Vacation
Gretchen Rubin and her sister Elizabeth Kraft discuss "Do Spend September," encouraging listeners to use up gift cards, vacation days, and unused items rather than hoarding them.
Little Happier: NBA Players on the “Today” Show: When Lighthearted Humor Is Better than Sympathetic Silence
Gretchen Rubin reflects on the New York Knicks’ 2026 NBA championship, focusing on a humorous interview moment between teammates Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart.
Move Happier: Clear the Decks for September with 26 Quick Tasks (Bonus)
In this Move Happier bonus episode, Gretchen Rubin and Elizabeth Craft guide listeners through 26 quick tasks to clear household clutter and prepare for September.
More Happier: What Tattoo Would You Get? Plus How to Give Yourself Permission to Play
Gretchen and Elizabeth discuss listener-submitted common knowledge, such as buying individual bananas, and Gretchen shares how a quiet fan improved her recording comfort.
Ep. 600: 600 Episodes of Happier! Listeners Share the Ideas that Stuck
For their 600th episode, Gretchen Rubin and Elizabeth Kraft celebrate by sharing listener stories about which happiness tips have had the most impact.
Little Happier: Why NBA Star Jalen Brunson Values Persistence over Pyrotechnics
Gretchen Rubin reflects on the New York Knicks’ 2026 NBA championship, highlighting a pivotal moment from Game 4.
More Happier: Take Better Care of Yourself—Treat Yourself Like a Toddler, Dog, Teenager, and Professor
Gretchen and Elizabeth Rubin revisit their "Treat Yourself Like" series, exploring metaphors to improve self-care.
Ep. 599: Treat Your Home Like a Hotel, Plus a Common Relationship Blindspot
Gretchen Rubin and her sister Elizabeth Kraft discuss treating your home like a hotel to enhance comfort and order by fixing minor issues and adding small luxuries.
Little Happier: Are You a Clutch Player or a Fast Starter?
Gretchen Rubin explores basketball terms like “clutch” and “fast starter” to highlight how clear language shapes behavior.
More Happier: Have You Ever Felt Anonymous? Plus a Lesson for Upholders
Gretchen and Elizabeth Rubin discuss Elizabeth’s new Wordle streak and Gretchen’s love for intricate pop-up books.
Ep. 598: Spy on Your Own Habits, and Discover Your Empty-Nest Personality
Gretchen Rubin and her sister Elizabeth Kraft discuss viewer-submitted traditions and social strategies, then introduce the "self-stakeout" exercise to observe one's habits objectively.
Little Happier: Why People Don't Ride Horses If They Can Take a Bus
Gretchen Rubin explores the impact of AI on human creativity and work, reflecting on a passage from George Orwell’s *The Road to Wigan Pier*.
More Happier: Introduce Whimsy, Schedule a Personal Playdate, and Embrace Fun Plans
Gretchen Rubin and Elizabeth Craft revisit listener-favorite tips for a happier summer, focusing on adding whimsy to daily life through humor and unexpected touches.
EP. 597: Celebrate "Dogust," Plus a Special Challenge for Upholders With Little Kids
Gretchen Rubin and Elizabeth Kraft celebrate "Dogust" with tips for enriching dogs' lives, such as new walks and toy rotation.
Little Happier: Have You Ever Felt Like the Little Red Hen?
More Happier : Easing Painful Moments with Humor, Plus, Are Coasters Outdated?