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Happier with Gretchen Rubin

Happier with Gretchen Rubin

Ep. 578: Do You Dread Giving a Toast? And You Probably Want the Same Snack

Happier with Gretchen Rubin · Mar 18, 2026 · 34:36

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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.
Resources & links related to this episode:
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