More Happier: What Tattoo Would You Get? Plus How to Give Yourself Permission to Play
About this episode
The episode discusses how to enjoy relaxation without guilt and offers tips for happier parenting.
When relaxing feels like wasting time, you can trick yourself into enjoying it anyway. Plus, 16 things to try for happier, calmer parenting. Episode highlights: Something Making Us Happier: Gretchen shares Chuck's tip for an ultra-quiet desk fan, plus more things we didn’t know [00:00] I’ve Been Meaning to Ask You: We don’t personally like tattoos, but what would we get?[00:00] Spotlight on a Tool—Gretchen's article on 16 things to try instead of yelling, just in time for back-to-school [00:00] I’ve Been Meaning to Tell You: When rest feels like wasting time, you might have to trick yourself [00:00] Mentioned in this episode: Rowenta Ultra Quiet Desk Fan: https://amzn.to/3TEZgEZ "How to Be a Happier, Calmer Parent: 16 Things to Try Instead of Yelling": happiercast.com/parenting Burning the Days by James Salter Connect with us: Email: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Website: gretchenrubin.com Instagram: @gretchenrubin | @lizcraft Learn more about Gretchen's Four Tendencies personality framework and take the free 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…
People in this episode
Host: Gretchen Rubin
Topics covered
- parenting
- self-improvement
- relaxation
- happiness
- play
Keywords
- happiness
- parenting tips
- relaxation
- self-improvement
- tattoos
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: happiercast.com, The Onward Project
Products: Rowenta Ultra Quiet Desk Fan
Books & works: Burning the Days
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