In this episode of the 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, host Ginny Yurich sits down with bestselling author Gretchen Rubin to explore the profound connection between happiness and our sensory experiences. With over 200 million downloads of her podcast "Happier with Gretchen Rubin," and her new book "Life in Five Senses" about to hit the shelves in paperback form, Rubin delves into the importance of staying present and engaged through our five senses. From the power of eye contact to the impact of scent on memories, Rubin and Yurich discuss practical tips and insightful strategies to enhance our daily lives and cultivate happiness in the here and now. Through anecdotes, research insights, and actionable advice, listeners are invited to explore the richness of their sensory experiences and discover the transformative potential of embracing the world through all five senses. There are all sorts of fun ideas for your family to do that are covered in this one!! ** Purchase your copy of Life in Five Senses here >> https://amzn.to/4cEVZdO Learn more about Gretchen here >> https://gretchenrubin.com/ ** Download your free 1000 Hours Outside tracker here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/trackers Find everything you need to kick off your 1000 Hours Outside Journey here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/blog/allthethings Order of copy of Ginny's newest book, Until the Streetlights Come On here >> https://amzn.to/3RXjBlN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices