Good Life Project

Tap the 5 Senses for Happiness, Pleasure & Connection | Gretchen Rubin


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What if there was a secret pathway that could dramatically expand the level of joy, creativity, pleasure, and connection you experienced in life, no matter what was happening? Turns out, there is, and that path takes us through the land of our five senses, but in ways you never thought about or imagined.


In today's captivating conversation with my dear friend, Gretchen Rubin, one of today’s most influential observers of happiness and human nature, we dive into the untapped potential of the 5 senses to dramatically enhance our lives. Gretchen reveals how engaging with our senses in novel, playful ways can bring us moments of joy, even during difficult times. You'll discover the essential role our senses play in connecting with ourselves and the world around us. We explore how tuning into these powerful tools can foster stronger relationships, increase creativity, pleasure and joy, and lead to more mindful, satisfying experiences, all based on her new book, Life in Five Senses: How Exploring the Senses Got Me Out of My Head and Into the World.


You'll learn:

  1. The concept of a "Five Senses Journal" to heighten your self-awareness and unlock personal insights.
  2. How tapping into your senses can foster stronger relationships, resolve conflicts, and boost empathy.
  3. The transformative power of sensory experiences in stimulating creativity, productivity, and mental well-being.
  4. How to harness your senses for meditation, relaxation, or simply having fun in your everyday life.
  5. The vital role our senses play in creating meaningful memories and fostering a greater sense of well-being.


Join us as we uncover the hidden power of our senses, and embark on a sensory journey that will inspire you to live a more fulfilled and joyous life.


You can find Gretchen at: Website | Instagram | Happier with Gretchen Rubin - Podcast


If you LOVED this episode you’ll also love the conversations we had with Gretchen about The Four Tendencies or how we meet our own expectations.


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