More Happier: How Do People Know What To Do? Plus Making Friends at the Gym

More Happier: How Do People Know What To Do? Plus Making Friends at the Gym

September 5, 2026 · 26 min · Episode 60201

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The episode explores how people know what to do in various situations and discusses the dynamics of making friends at the gym.

We discuss how people know what to do in certain situations. Plus why you might–or might not–make friends at the gym.  Episode highlights: Something Making Us Happier: Elizabeth finds connection to our beloved father through reading history. Gretchen delights in discovering Jamie’s rock-skipping skills [00:48] I’ve Been Meaning to Ask You: How do people know what to do in certain situations? [07:29] Spotlight on a Tool: Check out my free 7-day email challenge designed to help you head into fall with more energy [13:03] I’ve Been Meaning to Ask You: Do you make friends at the gym? [14:40] Mentioned in this episode: This Vast Enterprise (Amazon, Bookshop) Check out Gretchen’s free 7-day movement challenge here Marcus Aurelius, Meditations (Amazon, Bookshop) Connect with Us: Email: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Website: gretchenrubin.com Instagram: @gretchenrubin | @lizcraft Take Gretchen's free Four Tendencies quiz Enjoyed this episode? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or rate us on Spotify—it helps other listeners find the show! Find the transcript for this episode on the episode details page in the Apple Podcasts app.  Learn more about your ad choices…

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Host: Gretchen Rubin

Guest: Elizabeth Craft

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Books & works: This Vast Enterprise, Marcus Aurelius, Meditations

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