Attend a Reunion, Note the “Dinner-Party Problem” & Are You a Sculptor or Lifeguard Parent?

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Try This at Home

Go to a reunion.

Happiness Hack

Remember the “dinner party problem”: once a conversation includes five people, it will split into separate conversations.

We mention the book Friends by Robin Dunbar (Amazon, Bookshop).

Know Yourself Better

When it comes to parenting, do you consider yourself more of a “sculptor” or a “lifeguard?”

The Write Way 

In honor of our annual challenge, #Write24in24, we discuss our writing inspirations.

Elizabeth mentions the TV show Thirtysomething, and I mention the essay “Charles Dickens” by George Orwell.

I read a passage from this unforgettable essay in the More Happier that aired September 28, 2024.

Demerits & Gold Stars

Elizabeth’s Demerit: She has been procrastinating on writing.

Gretchen’s Gold Star: Thanks to all the thoughtful readers and listeners who sent me a note on October 1, which marks the  feast day of my spiritual teacher, St. Therese of Lisieux.

Resource

Need some gift-giving inspiration? Use my Gift-Giving Quiz! When you know whether your gift recipient is an Easy-to-Please, a Tried-and-True, an Enthusiast, or a Connoisseur, you’ll be able to choose the perfect gift. Try it at happiercast.com/quiz.

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