How To Be Happier - Gretchen Rubin

How To Be Happier - Gretchen Rubin

Author: Hunter Clarke-Fields July 14, 2026 Duration: 1:00:25
Hunter talks to Gretchen Rubin about How To Be Happier. Some big takeaways from this episode include: 1. Make easy changes first — go for the low hanging fruit 2. How do you respond to expectations (inner and outer)? Answer this question BEFORE you try to change a new habit. 3. How to draw boundaries and when to simply stop doing something Gretchen Rubin is one of today’s most influential and thought-provoking observers of happiness and human nature. She’s the author of many books, including the blockbuster New York Times bestsellers The Four Tendencies, Better Than Before, and The Happiness Project. How do you change bad habits and create good habits? How can you be happier every day? Author Gretchen Rubin has made a science of these subjects and shares her wisdom on this podcast. She pushes back against some commonly held beliefs like, “the middle path is always best,” and “give what you want to receive.” Gretchen will tell you why these are NOT always good ideas. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parenting Podcast (Top 0.5% podcast ), global speaker, number 1 bestselling author of “Raising Good Humans” and “Raising Good Humans Every Day,” Mindfulness Meditation teacher and creator of the Mindful Parenting Course and Teacher Training. Find more podcasts, Hunter’s books, blog posts, free resources, and more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MindfulMamaMentor.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Discover your Unique-To-You Podcast Playlist at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mindfulmamamentor.com/quiz/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/mindfulmamamentor.com/mindful-mama-podcast-sponsors/⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mindful Mama: Raising Kind, Confident Kids Without Losing Your Cool | Parenting Strategies For Big Emotions & More is a podcast for parents navigating the daily whirlwind of family life. Host Hunter Clarke-Fields speaks from hard-won experience as a former yelling, frustrated mom who transformed her approach. This podcast delves into practical, compassionate strategies for managing children's behavior and helping them regulate their big emotions, all while you work to stay grounded yourself. Each episode offers refreshingly honest conversations about moving from reactive parenting to mindful connection. Listeners will find a blend of actionable advice and mindfulness techniques aimed at bringing more peace to the chaos at home. The focus is on building kindness and confidence in kids without sacrificing your own well-being in the process. Hunter’s journey from anger to mindful guidance forms the core of this supportive resource, making it a relatable listen for anyone feeling overwhelmed. Tune in for a down-to-earth exploration of parenting that prioritizes emotional regulation for both you and your children, fostering a calmer, more resilient family dynamic. This podcast serves as a mentor in your pocket, offering real-world perspectives on creating a harmonious home.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

Mindful Mama: Raising Kind, Confident Kids Without Losing Your Cool | Parenting Strategies For Big Emotions & More
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MPI: The Screentime Struggle (from live) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Duration: 22:10
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Duration: 48:25
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From Nagging to Independence: Chores That Work - Katie Kimball [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:30
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