# More Happier: What Tattoo Would You Get? Plus How to Give Yourself Permission to Play

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Podcast: [Happier with Gretchen Rubin](https://stenobird.com/podcast/happier-with-gretchen-rubin-392423)
Published: 2026-08-22T07:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://gretchenrubin.com/podcast/more-happier-16-tips-for-calmer-parenting-and-the-tattoos-wed-pick-if-we-had-to-choose
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Duration seconds: 1587

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When relaxing feels like wasting time, you can trick yourself into enjoying it anyway. Plus, 16 things to try for happier, calmer parenting.  Episode highlights: Something Making Us Happier: Gretchen shares Chuck's tip for an ultra-quiet desk fan, plus more things we didn’t know [00:00] I’ve Been Meaning to Ask You: We don’t personally like tattoos, but what would we get?[00:00] Spotlight on a Tool—Gretchen's article on 16 things to try instead of yelling, just in time for back-to-school [00:00] I’ve Been Meaning to Tell You: When rest feels like wasting time, you might have to trick yourself [00:00] Mentioned in this episode: Rowenta Ultra Quiet Desk Fan: https://amzn.to/3TEZgEZ "How to Be a Happier, Calmer Parent: 16 Things to Try Instead of Yelling": happiercast.com/parenting Burning the Days by James Salter Connect with us: Email: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Website: gretchenrubin.com Instagram: @gretchenrubin | @lizcraft Learn more about Gretchen's Four Tendencies personality framework and take the free quiz. Enjoyed this episode? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or rate us on Spotify — it helps other listeners find the show! Find the transcript for this episode on the episode details page in the Apple Podcasts app.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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