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Welcome back to our Enneagram series! This week, we are learning about Type Three. Threes are incredibly motivated achievers. They are adaptable and driven, and they tend to be image-conscious and performative.   In this episode, you’ll hear a more in-depth description of the type, and then an interview with two Threes who will tell you all about what the world looks like from their perspective.  ...

Welcome back to our Enneagram series! In today’s episode, I’ll introduce you to Type Two. Twos will give you the shirt off their back. They are generous and demonstrative, and they can be people-pleasing and possessive.   In this episode, you’ll hear a more in-depth description of the type, and then an interview with three Twos who will tell you all about what the world looks like from their persp...

Today we kick off the type episodes in our series on the Enneagram! This week I’ll introduce you to Type One. Ones are some of the best people we know. They are principled, purposeful, and self-controlled, and they can be critical and perfectionistic. You’ll hear a more in-depth description of the type, and then an interview with three Ones who will tell you all about what the world looks like fro...

Welcome back for Season Two! Today we’re starting a series on one of my favorite things: The Enneagram . This is a tool to grow in empathy and self-awareness. It will help you understand your core motivations and unlock so much more freedom and potential in your life. In today’s episode, I’ll introduce you to the system and get us all on the same page for the rest of the series. We’ll talk about t...

We'll be back May 7 with Season 2! We are kicking off a 10-episode series on one of my favorite things:  The Enneagram . This is a fantastic tool to grow in empathy and self-awareness. It will help you understand your core motivations and unlock so much more freedom and potential in your life. New episodes drop every Tuesday. Make sure you're following the show so you don't miss out!

Happy Leap Day! TV’s 30 Rock introduced us to some new traditions to celebrate this extra day of the year: a time to take chances, to try new things, and to add a little whimsy to your life. Katherine is joined again by Katie Tarara to talk about how they’ve celebrated this fake holiday, and why they think you should too.  Check out the episode of 30 Rock that spawned this fabulous holiday on Peac...

How are you doing? If you’re feeling worn out and exhausted most of the time, you might need more than a good night’s sleep. Today we’re going to talk about a bunch of different kinds of rest that can help when you’re different kinds of tired.    Learn more about the different types of rest  here  and  here .    Check out the “Decide Once” principle from the Lazy Genius  to give you a break from d...

Happy Galentines Day! This holiday is all about the gift of female friendship. Galentine’s Day is to Valentine’s Day what Friendsgiving is to Thanksgiving: a chance to recognize the impact that our friends have on our lives. In today’s episode, we learn about the many benefits of female friendship, and share some ideas about how you can celebrate. Check out the episode of Parks and Recreation that...

Why do women apologize all the time? Often, we say sorry for things we have no business apologizing for, and it makes us sound less confident and less assertive. Today we are going to talk about this habit: why we do it and how we can stop. Check out the Google Chrome extension Just Not Sorry to prompt you to use stronger language in your emails. Thanks to our editor, Belle Battista.  Remember to...

Words like always, never, can’t, and don’t are very limiting. Changing your language can open up all kinds of new possibilities. In today’s episode, Katherine is joined by Meghan Bogema, a licensed clinical social worker and family therapist. Listen as we talk about changing your mindset to change your life. Thanks to Meghan and our editor, Belle Battista.  Remember to email us with your delights:...

So many relationships fail because people drift apart. Today I’m going to tell you about a practice that will protect your important relationships from that creeping separateness, and keep you connected to the people you love. Check out our affiliate page at Bookshop.org to get any of the books we mention on the podcast and support local bookstores. (We get a small commission for any books purchas...

We all want a fresh start in the new year, but new year’s resolutions usually go down in flames by the end of January. Let’s try a different way of directing our energy this year. In today’s episode we’ll talk about setting an intention word for 2024. What word will you choose? Click here for a list of 150 intention words to help you brainstorm . Here’s a link to the podcast episode that we refere...

Introducing the 2023 Kathy Awards! In today’s episode, Katherine announces her personal awards, celebrating her favorite things from the last year. The Kathys are a tradition that helps her savor her life and share her delights. Maybe you’ll be inspired to start your own personal awards! Learn more about the inspiration for the Kathys here: The Bobbys episode on Radio Lab. Get a paint-by-number ki...

Winter usually gets a bad rap, but this season of darkness holds its own magic. In today’s episode, Katherine is joined by YGGT’s editor Belle Battista, to discuss the gifts this season has to offer. We talk about the Danish practice of hygge , how nature survives the freezing temperatures, and some practices you could try to celebrate the return of the light with the winter solstice. You can chec...

Are you feeling scattered and frantic? This episode is for you! Today we are going to talk about being present: learning to be where your feet are. We’re going to learn how you can check in with yourself, get out of fight or flight mode, and really be present in your body, in this moment. Learning how to do this can change your life. Katherine is joined by her sister-in-law Liz McNulty, a bodywork...

In today’s episode, we’re learning about Giving Circles. Katherine and her guest Heidi talk about communal philanthropy, a fun way to connect with people and make a bigger difference for good.  On your own, you might not feel like you can do much to address the world’s problems. But you can always do something! Get your friends together and pool your resources to give to causes you care about. You...

‘Tis the season! I love this time of year. One reason it’s so special is because of the traditions I share with friends and family. Traditions have an amazing ability to connect us to each other. They give us a sense of unity and belonging. They are things we pass down that help us remember who we are. Over time, the threads we weave by repeated observance of our holiday traditions create the fabr...

This episode is being released a few days before Thanksgiving, and so this week, we are going to talk about the practice of gratitude. I know, I know; could we be any more cliché? (RIP, Matthew Perry.) It’s really easy to forget about all the good things in our lives. We get used to having them, and they become so commonplace that we almost don’t notice them anymore. The practice of gratitude is a...

“Ah, how good it is to be among people who are reading.” (Rainer Maria Rilke) Reading books is a delight, and doing it with friends is even better. This week, Katherine and her guest Ginger tell you why you should start a book group.  If you’re wondering what to read, check out our Instagram for some of Katherine’s favorite books. Here are some lists of good book group selections others have curat...

“Decisions are made by those who show up.” (President Josiah Bartlet in The West Wing) This episode is being released on Election Day. This week, you gotta try voting. Your vote matters. Ten years ago this week, Katherine was accidentally elected to public office by a single vote. Tune in to this week’s episode to hear what happened, and why you should make sure you get to the polls. Check out our...

“A ship in the harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for.” (John A. Shedd) You cannot learn or change or grow without taking risks. This week Katherine and her guest Natalie talk about how to get out of your comfort zone and develop the courage to take risks. If you want to live a more fulfilling life, you gotta try it! Thanks to my guest Natalie Harvey and my editor Belle Battista....

Today we are going outside! Did you know that being in the woods provides all kinds of amazing benefits for your physical and mental health? In this episode Katherine tells you all about the practice of forest bathing: how it can help you, and everything you need to know to give it a try. Consider popping in your headphones, and heading outside to listen!  You can read more about the practice here...

Today we’re talking about how to host THE BEST dinner parties. In this episode Katherine and her guests Amy and Evonne tell you about Cookbook Club. Pick a cookbook, invite some friends, and have everybody choose a recipe. Set the table, and voila! You’re about to have a fantastic evening. You gotta try it! These are some of the cookbooks we’ve used that we highly recommend: Soul Ottolenghi Sababa...

How can you get more of what you want out of life? In this episode Katherine and her guest Katie discuss how to design your life with intentionality, to build in the things that matter most. We discuss the framework by Dave Evans and Bill Burnett from Stanford University. Check out their book and resources here: Designing Your Life: How to Build a Well-Lived, Joyful Life. A huge part of this is as...

Do you want more delight in your life? Join Katherine and her guest, Anya, as they talk about building a life full of delight, one of the foundational principles that Katherine loves to share about. Learn how to practice paying attention to the small moments of beauty in your day. Listen in and we promise you’ll be noticing your own delights in no time.   In this episode you’ll hear: -What it mean...