More Happier: Have You Ever Felt Anonymous? Plus a Lesson for Upholders
Summary
Gretchen and Elizabeth Rubin discuss Elizabeth’s new Wordle streak and Gretchen’s love for intricate pop-up books. They explore the psychological difference between feeling "anonymous" versus "present" when choosing daily attire. Gretchen also reflects on her tendency as an Upholder to follow unnecessary rules, inspired by a graduate removing his mortarboard. The episode concludes with the secret of adulthood: childhood forbidden pleasures often become adult luxuries.
Topics discussed
Elizabeth shares her new Wordle streak record and strategy tips
Gretchen discusses her love for intricate adult pop-up books
The psychology of 'Anonymous Mode' vs. 'Present Mode' dressing
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Lesson for Upholders: Questioning unnecessary rules
Secret of Adulthood: Childhood forbidden pleasures become luxuries
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