<p>We explore the science of "hedonic forecasting"—our often-flawed ability to predict future happiness—and share strategies to make better life decisions. We debate the right approach to a “task cascade.” Plus, as part of #Read25in25, we discuss hacks for doing more reading. Finally, an answer to the burning question: What will my family name our new dog? </p> <p><strong>Resources & Links Related to this episode:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Order your copy of <a href="http://happiercast.com/secrets"><em>Secrets of Adulthood</em></a></li> <li><a href="http://happiercast.com/secrets">Join me on book tour</a> starting April 1, 2025</li> <li><a href="https://gretchenrubin.com/articles/join-us-for-read-25-in-25/">Read 25 in 25</a></li> <li>Elizabeth is reading: <em>The Spy Coast</em> by Tess Gerritsen (<a href="https://amzn.to/41tnyCa">Amazon</a>, <a href="https://bookshop.org/a/15926/9781662515132">Bookshop</a>)</li> <li>Gretchen is reading: <em>Sun City</em> by Tove Jansson (<a href="https://amzn.to/4hC7jIZ">Amazon</a>, <a href="https://bookshop.org/a/15926/9781681378657">Bookshop</a>)</li> </ul> <p><br>Get in touch: <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></p> <p>Visit<a href="https://gretchenrubin.com/"> Gretchen's website</a> to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the <em>Happier </em>app.</p> <p>Find the transcript for this episode on the episode details page in the Apple Podcasts app. </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>