Helping Others in 3 Steps

Daily Boost Podcast Noise Is the Problem August 4, 2026 | Episode 5512 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Everybody thinks they have a motivation problem. You don't. Science says motivation is built into you from birth. What you actually have is a noise problem — too many inpu ...  Show more

Tired of Waiting for What You Want August 3, 2026 | Episode 5511 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Are you tired of waiting for your life to show up? After almost 20 years of doing this show, that's the complaint I hear most. You're working hard, doing the thing, and still no ...  Show more

Shifting focus from our problems to assisting others can uncover unexpected solutions for our own challenges. Discover how acts of service lead to personal growth and clarity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 

When someone is struggling, it's hard to know how to be helpful. Whether it's a struggling partner, co-worker or friend, this episode will help you show up in a more supportive, empowering way using a couple of simple steps. Be a good listener, without over supporting or taking o ...  Show more

Sometimes, helping can hurt. When people are struggling, our impulse is to try to pull them back on their feet, when what they really need is for someone to sit beside them and ask, "What do you need? What can I do?" Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Visit Gretchen's websit ...  Show more

Asking for help gives someone else the chance to serve, and surfaces a perspective that is helpful for others.

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