For notes related to books I'm writing, I've wondered whether I should organize my notes better, but I do find that the… — Gretchen Rubin Action Copy Share Image
Superstition is the irrational belief that an object or behavior has the power to influence an outcome, when there's no logical connection… — Gretchen Rubin Authentic happiness Copy Share Image
“Because money permits a constant stream of luxuries and indulgences, it can take away their savor, and by permitting instant gratification, money… — Gretchen Rubin Happiness Copy Share Image
“Accept myself, and expect more of myself. Give myself limits to give myself freedom. Make people happier by acknowledging that they’re not… — Gretchen Rubin Feeling happy Copy Share Image
“Although I’d initially underrated its value, the true significance of the fourth element—the atmosphere of growth—had become clearer to me over time.… — Gretchen Rubin Happiness Copy Share Image
When we don't get any treats, we feel depleted, resentful, and angry, and we feel justified in self-indulgence. We start to crave… — Gretchen Rubin Angry Copy Share Image
People in religions that teach that believers in other faiths are condemned, for example, tend to have lower life satisfaction. People who… — Gretchen Rubin Believe Copy Share Image
In 'Happier at Home,' I write a lot about my struggle to create an unhurried atmosphere at home. — Gretchen Rubin About Copy Share Image
The biggest waste of time is to do well something that we need not do at all. — Gretchen Rubin Authentic happiness Copy Share Image
Don't let the perfect be the enemy of the good. Lower the bar. Actually spending ten minutes clearing off one shelf is… — Gretchen Rubin About Copy Share Image
I have a lucky perfume. I love beautiful smells, but I save one of my favorite perfumes to wear only when I… — Gretchen Rubin Authentic happiness Copy Share Image
Like most people, I have several pet subjects - that may or may not be interesting to other people. Don't get me… — Gretchen Rubin About Copy Share Image
It's hard to avoid 'unconscious overclaiming.' In unconscious overclaiming, we unconsciously overestimate our contributions relative to others. This makes sense, because we're… — Gretchen Rubin Also Copy Share Image
“I wasn't sure how to answer. Could I tell him that one Secret of Adulthood is "Never start a sentence with the… — Gretchen Rubin Copy Share Image
Volunteering to help others is the right thing to do, and it also boosts personal happiness — Gretchen Rubin Boost Copy Share Image
A 'treat' is different from a 'reward,' which must be justified or earned. A treat is a small pleasure or indulgence that… — Gretchen Rubin Because Copy Share Image
Having a messy coat closet should not be a big deal in a full life, and yet there's something about getting control… — Gretchen Rubin Big deal Copy Share Image
“A University of Exeter study showed that people who have control over their workspace design are happier at work, more motivated, healthier,… — Gretchen Rubin Education Copy Share Image
I grasped two things: I wasn't as happy as I could be, and my life wasnt going to change unless I made… — Gretchen Rubin Life Copy Share Image
Turn off your email; turn off your phone; disconnect from the Internet; figure out a way to set limits so you can… — Gretchen Rubin Authentic happiness Copy Share Image
“What you do everyday matters more than what you do once in a while.” — Gretchen Rubin Copy Share Image
The belief that unhappiness is selfless and happiness is selfish is misguided. It's more selfless to act happy. It takes energy, generosity,… — Gretchen Rubin Belief Copy Share Image
I'm always trying to figure out ways to keep hold of memories. My one-sentence journal, for instance. — Gretchen Rubin Always Copy Share Image
