Your Happiness Project

Want a Self-Esteem Boost? Throw Away Someone's Trash

Gretchen Rubin | Posted 05.12.2012

Gretchen Rubin

"Do good, feel good" is a happiness truism that really is true. Act like a considerate citizen of the world, and you'll also boost your self-esteem.

Balanced Life -- No More Complaining, 'I Feel So Tired'

Gretchen Rubin | Posted 11.17.2011

Gretchen Rubin

One thing I've learned from the happiness project is that I should act the way I want to feel. If I want to feel more energetic, I need to act more energetic: walk more quickly or pace when I talk on the phone.

Balanced Life -- A Happiness Lesson From Actors: Find The "Yes."

Gretchen Rubin | Posted 11.17.2011

Gretchen Rubin

When you feel trapped in a negative, ask yourself the positive question, and maybe that will shed light on how to change it or at least change your mind.

Enjoy the Fun of Failure (Or At Least Try)

Gretchen Rubin | Posted 11.17.2011

Gretchen Rubin

Two of my happiness-project resolutions are Enjoy the fun of failure and Don't let the perfect be the enemy of the good. I'm a perfectionist. I hate...

Eight Strategies To Boost Your Happiness

Gretchen Rubin | Posted 11.17.2011

Gretchen Rubin

This is an exciting week for me! First, my book became available for pre-order. For the first time, the book feels real. Second, and even more thrill...

How To Be Happier: Stay Connected To Your Past

Gretchen Rubin | Posted 11.17.2011

Gretchen Rubin

I'm working on my Happiness Project, and you could have one, too! Everyone's project will look different, but it's the rare person who can't benefit. ...

Hungry For Happiness? Here's A Menu Of Resolutions

Gretchen Rubin | Posted 11.17.2011

Gretchen Rubin

I'm working on my Happiness Project, and you could have one, too! Everyone's project will look different, but it's the rare person who can't benefit. ...

A New Year's Resolution: 4 Tips for Writing Your Personal Commandments

Gretchen Rubin | Posted 11.17.2011

Gretchen Rubin

I'm doing a happiness project, and you could have one, too. Join in! Start your own! January 1 is a great time to try something new, to turn over a ne...