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Life Kit · June 23, 2026 · 19m

The ingredients for a 'nice life'

Rachel Wilkerson Miller
Show Notes

Life Kit host Marielle Segarra talks with Rachel Wilkerson Miller, author of the upcoming book 'The Nice Life.' Miller argues that instead of chasing a perfect life, we can find fulfillment by cultivating a 'nice' one that emphasizes noticing everyday beauty, staying curious, building community, and actively shaping our own definition of what matters. The conversation offers practical ways to elevate ordinary moments and find joy in what you already have.

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Novel

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The Nice Life Concept
Miller proposes a shift from chasing a perfect life to cultivating a 'nice' life, one that prioritizes everyday joys and small pleasures over unattainable ideals.
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Highlights

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Actively Notice Everyday Beauty
One ingredient of a nice life is deliberately noticing beauty in daily moments, such as appreciating small details or sensory pleasures.
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Stay Open to Curiosity
Miller identifies curiosity as essential: approaching life with a learning mindset, being open to new experiences, and resisting the rigidity that perfectionism demands.
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Seek and Build Community
A nice life requires community — intentionally building connections and offering mutual support.
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Take an Active Role in Shaping Your Definition
Miller emphasizes that a nice life isn't a default state; you must actively define what 'nice' means for you and make choices aligned with that personal definition.
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References

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The Nice Life: How to Elevate the Everyday and Find Joy in What You Have — Rachel Wilkerson Miller (2026) — Upcoming book discussed by the guest

Misc

✧Recorded live at the WBUR Festival in Boston.
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