More Happier: Introducing “Since You Asked with Gretchen Rubin and Lori Gottlieb”

Key Takeaways

Gretchen Rubin launched a new podcast, "Since You Asked," with therapist Lori Gottlieb.
The podcast tackles daily dilemmas, from family responsibilities to relationship advice.
Segments include listener questions, "Wisdom of Crowds" polls, and "advice gone wrong" stories.
The hosts emphasize communication, understanding perspectives, and trusting one's instincts.

Gretchen Rubin announced her new podcast, "Since You Asked," co-hosted with therapist and author Lori Gottlieb.
The advice-focused show addresses everyday problems, pet peeves, and dilemmas, combining Rubin's happiness research and Gottlieb's therapeutic expertise.
The first episode included a question about family dynamics and listener responses to a dating dilemma.
The format includes listener questions, advice segments, and rotating topics like 'advice that went terribly wrong' and 'unsolicited advice.'

A listener named Laura expressed guilt about her husband's lack of initiative in fostering relationships with his family.
The hosts discussed this as a common issue involving emotional labor and the importance of relationships for happiness.
They suggested a collaborative approach for couples to manage family connections rather than individual responsibility.
The discussion began with a listener query about primary responsibility for fostering family relationships.

The "Wisdom of Crowds" segment addressed whether to comment on a friend's perceived bad romantic match.
A poll indicated 56% would speak up only if asked, 33% would not intervene, and 10% believed in honesty.
Listeners shared varied perspectives, citing instances where advice negatively impacted friendships or proved incorrect.
The hosts emphasized understanding another's perspective before offering relationship advice.

The hosts addressed a listener's question about recurring arguments stemming from differing preferences, such as planning versus spontaneity.
They advised focusing on communication and understanding each other's values instead of attempting to change minds.
Premarital therapy was suggested as a proactive method to address potential differences before marriage.
The discussion drew on personal anecdotes and therapeutic principles to highlight the importance of working through disagreements.

The podcast introduced a segment soliciting stories about "advice gone wrong," noting that learning from others' mistakes can be effective.
Gretchen Rubin shared an anecdote from her legal career about a colleague facing significant professional consequences for misusing firm letterhead.
Listener Jane, a GP, admitted giving bad parenting advice before having children, and Shelly moved to a larger apartment against advice.
Sarah bought a home before financial readiness due to market pressure, illustrating poor advice outcomes.

Rose kept her child in a "mean environment" believing it would build resilience, but it backfired.
Jess was advised by her aunt to change her English major, ultimately preventing her desired writing career.
Christy regretted not taking a Wall Street Journal internship in Brussels in 1988, adhering instead to an advisor's insistence on a prior commitment.
The hosts highlighted that advice often reflects the giver's risk tolerance, emphasizing the importance of trusting one's own instincts.

The "Unsolicited Advice" segment explored the complexities of offering counsel that might not be welcomed.
A host shared a personal dilemma about a friend's husband having bad breath, while listeners submitted diverse situations.
Listeners wished to advise on toxic relationships, negative attitudes, wardrobe choices, and accepting compliments by simply saying "thank you."
The discussion also touched on the difficulty of intervening in serious personal matters, like a neighbor's cheating husband.

The hosts introduced Rebecca's listener question concerning a family text thread with judgmental comments from a sister.
The sister expressed frustration regarding unequal caregiving responsibilities for elderly parents within the text thread.
Rebecca sought advice on effectively setting boundaries in this challenging interpersonal communication scenario.
The hosts invited listeners to share their perspectives and advice on how to navigate such family dynamics.