Little Happier: Ann Patchett’s Memoir Reminds Us of Why We Need to Take Care of Ourselves

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Ep. 578: Do You Dread Giving a Toast? And You Probably Want the Same Snack

We talk about why proposing a toast can boost our happiness and discuss many do’s and don’ts for making a good toast. We also discuss some funny research about the “diversification bias” that might help you choose better snacks, and the common challenge of plugging in necessary a ...  Show more

A Little Happier: A Happy Story about Queen Elizabeth II and the American Tourists

When Queen Elizabeth II encountered some friendly but clueless American tourists, she revealed her prankish sense of humor. Resources & links related to this episode: Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling book ...  Show more

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