Tag Archives: "experience"

I don’t have much time to write, because I’m leaving for L.A. in an hour–I’m going to be on The Talk on Tuesday, which will be a lot of fun. Tune in! I’ll also get to see my sister and her family, which will be a real treat. I was very intrigued by this observation in Jennifer Senior’s piece in … →

“My experience is what I agree to attend to. Only those items which I notice shape my mind.” –William James, The Principles of Psychology, Vol.1 * Sign up for the Moment of Happiness, and every weekday morning, you’ll get a happiness quotation in your email inbox. Sign up here, or email me at gretchenrubin1 at gmail dot com.

Every Wednesday is Tip Day. This Wednesday: More Secrets of Adulthood. What have I learned, with time and experience? Not much, I fear. Here are my latest Secrets of Adulthood. Although these items may not seem particularly profound, each one was a revelation when I finally figured it out: The things that go wrong often make the best memories. Approval … →