Happier with Gretchen Rubin

By Gretchen Rubin / The Onward Project

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 Angeles, who (lovingly) refers to Gretchen as her happiness bully. Sales and Distribution by Lemonada Media https://lemonadamedia.com/

Episodes (6)

Happier with Gretchen Rubin

More Happier: Dinner for Breakfast? Plus A Basic Question About Very Basic Questions

Gretchen Rubin and Elizabeth Craft dive into a surprisingly profound exploration of the invisible knowledge gaps that shape our lives—those 'obvious' facts everyone seems to know except you. From the shock of not realizing building floors are numbered sequenti

34mMay 30, 2026

Happier with Gretchen Rubin

Ep. 589: Reflect on a Bittersweet Milestone Moment, Plus a New Addition to Our "Treat Yourself Like" Series

Gretchen Rubin and her sister Elizabeth Kraft reflect on the bittersweet milestone of the six-month anniversary of their father’s death, revealing how this moment has deepened their understanding of grief, memory, and connection. They share poignant realizatio

35mJun 3, 2026

Happier with Gretchen Rubin

Travel Hacks for a Happier Summer

Summer travel doesn't have to be stressful—Gretchen Rubin and Elizabeth Craft reveal a treasure trove of listener-driven hacks that turn chaos into calm. One standout insight? Don’t just pack for your trip—pack for your peace of mind. From using a puffy CalPak

26mJun 6, 2026

Happier with Gretchen Rubin

Move Happier: The Perfect (Free) Audiobook Listen for Your Next Walk

In this special bonus episode of Happier with Gretchen Rubin, the host introduces a free, immersive audiobook experience designed to enhance your daily walk—perfect for the Move 26 in 26 challenge. The episode features the first chapter of *The Mighty Red* by

34mJun 12, 2026

Happier with Gretchen Rubin

More Happier: Are People Socializing More? Plus, Things That Have Achieved Perfection

Gretchen Rubin and Elizabeth Craft explore whether people are truly socializing more post-COVID, uncovering a subtle but meaningful shift in social behavior that feels both personal and widespread. Elizabeth shares her own surge in social activity—from spontan

34mJun 13, 2026

Happier with Gretchen Rubin

Ep. 591: How to Fight Perfectionism—Plus a Simple Happiness Hack That Really Matters

Perfectionism isn't about high standards—it's a symptom of anxiety, and trying to 'lower your standards' only deepens the struggle. Gretchen Rubin and her sister Elizabeth Kraft reveal that the real solution is to actively embrace imperfection: do the thing, e

39mJun 17, 2026

Start discovering podcast insights today

Start with a 7-day trial and explore a growing catalog of popular podcasts. No credit card required.

No credit card required • 7-day trial • Cancel anytime