
18 March 2026
Ep. 578: Do You Dread Giving a Toast? And You Probably Want the Same Snack
Happier with Gretchen Rubin
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We talk about why proposing a toast can boost our happiness and discuss many do’s and don’ts for making a good toast. We also discuss some funny research about the “diversification bias” that might help you choose better snacks, and the common challenge of plugging in necessary accountability.
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- Funny TikTok related to the "Four Tendencies" Download my free Getting Specific How-To Guide Check out the new Bingo Book and Don't Break the Chain Habit Tracker Elizabeth is reading: Wolf Hall by Hilary Mantel (Amazon, Bookshop) Gretchen is reading: Train Dreams by Denis Johnson (Amazon, Bookshop)
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