More Happier: The Joy of Giving Away Toys, the Pleasure of Parasocial Relationships & TV Tourism
04 October 2025

More Happier: The Joy of Giving Away Toys, the Pleasure of Parasocial Relationships & TV Tourism

Happier with Gretchen Rubin

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We talk about the energy (and space) gained from giving away items that others will appreciate, and we explore the surprisingly positive aspects of parasocial relationships with podcast hosts and TV personalities. Plus, we dive into the phenomenon of TV tourism.

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