Helping Others in 3 Steps

Daily Boost Podcast Power Of Transitional Identity September 21, 2026 | Episode 5546 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description You're stuck somewhere between who you've been and who you want to become. That gap is where most people quit. 17 years ago, I built something to close it, a ...  Show more

Daily Boost Podcast What Are Your Traditions? September 18, 2026 | Episode 5545 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description We're almost halfway through September, and the holidays will be here before you know it. Most of us ride along with whatever traditions show up. Somebody else de ...  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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