Maggie Penman

Join Maggie Penman, a reporter for The Washington Post's Optimist section, as she shares science-backed tips to stick to your New Year's resolutions. Discover how reframing goals to add enjoyment can enhance success while the buddy system boosts accountability. Learn about 'temptation bundling'—pairing fun activities with chores—and using the yearend motivation for tackling unpleasant tasks. Maggie emphasizes that even imperfect resolutions can lead to positive change, making self-improvement a fun journey!

Maggie Penman, a reporter for The Washington Post's Optimist section, chats with Susan Bauer, founder of Old Ladies Against Underwater Garbage. They delve into the joy of cleaning ponds and how this unique activism fosters a sense of flow. They discuss the thrill of treasure hunting underwater and the importance of safety during their dives. The conversation connects Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi's concept of flow to happiness, revealing how anyone can discover joy in everyday activities, even in the most unexpected places.

Maggie Penman, a reporter for The Washington Post's Optimist section, shares inspiring insights on keeping New Year's resolutions. She emphasizes that setting goals still matters, even when not fully achieved. Maggie suggests reframing goals into enjoyable actions and highlights the buddy system’s effectiveness in boosting accountability. She introduces fun strategies like temptation bundling to pair enjoyable activities with necessary tasks, making the journey toward resolutions both productive and pleasurable. It’s all about harnessing motivation and social connections!