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Gretchen Rubin is HAPPIER, and she wants you to be happier too. The #1 bestselling author of The Happiness Project and Better Than Before gets more personal than ever as she brings her practical, manageable advice about happiness and good habits to this lively, thought-provoking podcast. Gretchen’s cohost and guinea pig is her younger sister, Elizabeth Craft, a TV writer and producer living in Los... more

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I've come to see a great paradox at the heart of the "Open Door" stage: I want my daughters to know they're essential to my happiness, and also that my happiness doesn't depend on them.

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• Email: podcast@gretchenrubin.com

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A round-up of ideas for creating new morning habits, how to help your family form better morning habits, and why rethinking your daily routines can add more happiness and energy to your life.

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A brilliant hack for getting more help with dinner, why a quest is more fun than a jaunt, and how we feel about desks.

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• Try This At Home: Cultivate a magpie mind [07:10]

• Happiness Hack—Rename a chore to make it more appe... more

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I get such pleasure of thinking about iconic super-star Brad Pitt paying tribute to Chuck Palahniuk, and realizing what a gift he’d been given for his work.

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Recent Guests

Marielle Segarra
Host of NPR's Life Kit
NPR
Episode: Exercise Tips from NPR’s LifeKit: Could Watching TV Actually Help You Get Moving?
Laurie Santos
Professor of psychology at Yale University; host of The Happiness Lab Podcast
Yale University / The Happiness Lab
Episode: Move Happier: Getting Unstuck: A Fresh Start for Your Move 26 Habit
Gretchen Rubin
Author and host of Happier; author of The Happiness Project, Better Than Before, The Four Tendencies
Happier Podcast / Gretchen Rubin LLC
Episode: Move Happier: Getting Unstuck: A Fresh Start for Your Move 26 Habit
Sarah Fain
Co-host of Happier in Hollywood; TV writer and producer
Happier in Hollywood
Episode: Move Happier: Tips for Regular Exercise, How Walking Helps You Think, Plus Can Your Garden Be an Accountability Partner? (Bonus)
Julie Louis-Dreyfus
Guest with a cameo about staying mindful of everyday waste
Wiser Than Me
Episode: Ep. 590: Very Special Episode! 20 Practical Strategies for Managing Worry
Yvette Nicole Brown
Episode: More Happier: Caregiving Roundtable: How Do We Embrace Elder Care Without Losing Ourselves?
Courtney Martin
Episode: More Happier: Caregiving Roundtable: How Do We Embrace Elder Care Without Losing Ourselves?
Rita Shula
AARP Public Policy Institute
Episode: More Happier: Caregiving Roundtable: How Do We Embrace Elder Care Without Losing Ourselves?
Sophie Gee
English professor at Princeton University and inaugural Vice Chancellor's Fellow at the University of Sydney
Princeton University; University of Sydney
Episode: Move Happier: Would You Spend a Week Hiding Out in the Metropolitan Museum?

Hosts

Gretchen Rubin
Host of the show, co-creator of Four Tendencies framework; prolific author focused on happiness, habits, and personal growth.
Elizabeth Craft
Cohost, TV writer and producer; co-creator of the Happiness project approach and a frequent collaborator with Gretchen Rubin.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 18.3k ratings
  • I don't always like the Little Happier episodes but I've enjoyed the rest enough to go back and listen to them all!

    Podcast Addict
    4
    JLAllard
    10 days ago
  • Hacks for a happier life

    Still one of my favourite podcasts, I laugh and also learn something every time I listen. I either recommend or forward an episode almost every single week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    walk in the waves
    United Kingdom18 days ago
  • Absolutely Happier

    Such a great structure with smart, compassionate, fun hosts. I don’t miss an episode. I love these ladies. They truly make me happier.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KelsListens
    United States24 days ago
  • Happier with Gretchen Rubin

    So fun and motivating!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PawsandPixie
    United Statesa month ago
  • Fun and informative

    I love this show. It makes me feel so happy every time and I save it for when I need a good pick me up. Highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    99 problems and 3 is 1
    United Kingdoma month ago

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Some feedback calls out excess advertising, but still appreciate host chemistry and actionable ideas.
Listeners praise practical, achievable happiness tips that fit busy lives.
Fans note strong sisterly rapport and warm conversational style.
Listeners value relatable anecdotes and consistent motivation to start small happiness projects.

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Exercise Tips from NPR’s LifeKit: Could Watching TV Actually Help You Get Moving?
Q: Is there anything like this that you've heard people talk about, the experts that you interview on LifeKit or that you found in your own life where you're like, okay, this is a good example where, yeah, if you make this investment, this is really going to possibly help you really stick to something that's gonna make your life better?
Segarra describes investing in well-made, customized furniture and hiring a cleaner as practical choices that make her home life easier and support her wellbeing.
Exercise Tips from NPR’s LifeKit: Could Watching TV Actually Help You Get Moving?
Q: What stands out in your mind if you were just gonna give people three pieces of advice?
Segarra recommends breaking activity into shorter sessions throughout the day, tying movement to familiar daily cues, and using strength-training options such as bodyweight exercises and compound movements.
More Happier: Four Tendencies Solutions to Real-Life Problems
Q: How can someone manage across teams when different tendencies clash, especially in accountability structures at work?
Gretchen recommends clearly outlining outer accountability for each person, using quizzes to map tendencies, and designing tailored accountability mechanisms (deadlines for upholders/questioners, external accountability for obligers, and autonomy-friendly options for rebels).
More Happier: Four Tendencies Solutions to Real-Life Problems
Q: Here's Bethany, a rebel asking about weight loss and how to work with their rebel tendency to achieve a goal they say is important.
Gretchen explains that Rebels resist being controlled, so framing goals as personal choices and identities helps. She suggests specific strategies like identifying a personal identity of a strong, healthy person and aligning daily choices with that identity, while using approaches that respect their need for autonomy.
EP. 597: Celebrate "Dogust," Plus a Special Challenge for Upholders With Little Kids
Q: Is it really true that you read an entire book every week, given your busy lives and families?
They explain that they don't always finish every book; sometimes they start and don't finish, and they often read via audiobooks or accumulate two or more at once, finishing when time allows. They emphasize honesty about reading habits and that the process is flexible, not rigid.

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What is Happier about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, personality-forward show focused on happiness, habits, and everyday routines. Hosts Gretchen Rubin and Elizabeth Craft share real-life stories, tried-and-true tips, and framework-based guidance (notably around self-tracking, traditions, and social rituals) to help listeners design better daily habits and a happier life. The format blends relatable anecdotes with actionable hacks, guest-free segments, and sponsor integrations, creating a warm, conversational vibe that appeals to people seeking manageable self-improvement through small, repeatable steps. Noteworthy is the recurring duo dynamics and a strong emphasis on Four Tendencies-inspired behavior insights, making it easy for new and longtime listeners to find tools they can... more

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1. Marielle Segarra
2. Laurie Santos
3. Gretchen Rubin
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5. Julie Louis-Dreyfus
6. Yvette Nicole Brown
7. Courtney Martin
8. Rita Shula

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