Gretchen Rubin
Born: December 14, 1965 – Kansas City, Missouri, United States
Gretchen Rubin is a leading author, podcaster, and speaker whose work explores happiness, habits, and human nature. Best known for her #1 New York Times bestseller The Happiness Project, her influential books have sold millions of copies in more than thirty languages. She hosts the popular podcast Happier with Gretchen Rubin.
Biography & Author's Journey
Gretchen Rubin was raised in Kansas City, where her early years fostered a deep curiosity about human nature and the pursuit of happiness. An exceptional student, she attended Yale University for both undergraduate and law school, ultimately serving as editor-in-chief of the Yale Law Journal. Her professional journey began in law, and she clerked for Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor. However, during this prestigious appointment, Rubin experienced a defining turning point: she realized her passion lay in writing and exploring the complexities of happiness and habits.
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The Happiness Project
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Better Than Before
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Outer Order, Inner Calm
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The Four Tendencies
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Life in Five Senses
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A journey of self-discovery through sensory exploration, offering insights to live a richer, more mindful life.
Happier at Home
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A practical guide to creating joy and comfort at home through small, manageable changes and mindful appreciation of everyday life.
The Happiness Project
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Personal journey to find happiness and fulfillment
Better Than Before
Gretchen Rubin
Discover practical strategies to build good habits and break bad ones, tailored to your unique personality and tendencies.
Outer Order, Inner Calm
Gretchen Rubin
Transform clutter into calm with practical decluttering tips for a happier, healthier life.
The Four Tendencies
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The Habit Architect: Building Unbreakable Systems
In an era of constant distraction, the ability to engineer your own behavior is a superpower. This plan is designed for professionals and high-achievers who want to move beyond willpower by building systems that make success inevitable.
Psychology of Sustainable Habits
In an era of constant distraction, understanding the cognitive mechanics of behavior is essential for lasting change. This plan is ideal for professionals and lifelong learners who want to move beyond willpower and build systems that make success inevitable.
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The Science of Self-Sabotage
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The Human Behavior Blueprint
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The Neuroscience of Manifestation
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The Stress-Free Productivity Blueprint
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"Gretchen Rubin is one of today’s most influential and thought-provoking observers of happiness and human nature"
— Barnes & Noble
"Gretchen Rubin is known for her ability to distill and convey complex ideas with humor and clarity"
— Barnes & Noble
"Her podcast, Happier with Gretchen Rubin, won the 2016 Academy of Podcasters award for best health and fitness podcast"
— Wikipedia
"Gretchen Rubin is the author of the New York Times bestsellers Better Than Before, Happier at Home, and The Happiness Project"
— Wikipedia
"She discusses happiness and good habits with her sister on her podcast, Happier with Gretchen Rubin"
— Barnes & Noble
"Gretchen Rubin’s books include The Happiness Project, Better Than Before, The Four Tendencies, and Life in Five Senses"
— Goodreads
"Gretchen Rubin’s books have sold more than two million copies worldwide in over thirty languages"
— Wikipedia
"Gretchen Rubin manages to be both entertaining and serious; soulful and practical; thought-provoking yet propulsively readable"
— Barnes & Noble
From Columbia University alumni built in San Francisco
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"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
From Columbia University alumni built in San Francisco
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
