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In this episode of Mona-vated, Mona reconnects with her roots and explores the timeless rituals and remedies passed down through generations in her family. Long before beauty routines and wellness trends filled the internet, these traditions celebrated the harmony between natu ...

In this episode, Mona reflects on the quiet art of giving yourself time to do nothing. She shares how moments of stillness, whether eating without distractions or simply sitting and being present, can feel meditative and revealing. In a life that is always busy, she invites us to ...  Show more

We discuss some of our favorite moments from our favorite TV shows. We also compare what we see people doing out in public in Los Angeles and New York City; people are delightfully unselfconscious. Plus we talk about the calm of non-school summer mornings and “quiet airports.”Get ...  Show more

As part of “Design Your Year,” each year we announce an annual challenge based on the year—a habit that will help us and listeners to be come happier. We review our experience with last year’s “Write 24 in ‘24” challenge and reveal the challenge for 2025. Plus we discuss some of ...  Show more

We discuss a new mantra to reframe a all-too-common annoyance, and the value of a new parasocial friend. Also, we discuss Orange Theory and hiking in Fryman Canyon. Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Follow on social media: @GretchenRubin on YouTube @GretchenRubin on TikTok ...  Show more

Today I have something a little different for you that I think you’ll love. It’s an interview I did with the incredible Ben Greenfield and I’m sharing it with you here because our conversation was so pure and full of insights on how to navigate the holidays - and your whole life ...  Show more