Happy Homes Thrift and Thriving Hearts

Happy Homes Thrift and Thriving Hearts

Samuel Smiles

Episodes 56
Avg. Duration 44m
Activity Active
Since Feb 2026
Latest Episode Feb 2026

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Hourly
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Episodic
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About This Podcast

Samuel Smiles, a Scottish author and reformer, believed that true progress stems from shifting attitudes rather than just enacting new laws. His influential writings, particularly the groundbreaking book Self-Help, catapulted him to fame as a prominent thinker and advisor. Happy Homes delves into the principles of thriftiness, happiness, relationships, and work, offering timeless 19th-century wisdom. While it presents practical advice for personal improvement and societal stability, it also reflects the entrenched sexism of its era. One of Smiles memorable quotes encapsulates his philosophy Sow a thought and you get an act; Sow an act and you get a habit; Sow a habit and you get a character; Sow a character and you get a destiny. Explore how these ideas can inspire modern readers to cultivate fulfilling lives.

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Recent Episodes

028 - Chapter 27 The Discipline of Experience

Feb 27, 2026 22m

Samuel Smiles, a Scottish author and reformer, believed that true progress stems from shifting attitudes rather than just enacting new laws. His influential writings, particularly the groundbreaking…

027 - Chapter 26 Character -- The True Gentleman

Feb 27, 2026 37m

Samuel Smiles, a Scottish author and reformer, believed that true progress stems from shifting attitudes rather than just enacting new laws. His influential writings, particularly the groundbreaking…

026 - Chapter 25 Examples -- Models

Feb 27, 2026 27m

Samuel Smiles, a Scottish author and reformer, believed that true progress stems from shifting attitudes rather than just enacting new laws. His influential writings, particularly the groundbreaking…

025 - Chapter 24 Companionship in Marriage

Feb 27, 2026 52m

Samuel Smiles, a Scottish author and reformer, believed that true progress stems from shifting attitudes rather than just enacting new laws. His influential writings, particularly the groundbreaking…

024 - Chapter 23 Companionship of Books

Feb 27, 2026 24m

Samuel Smiles, a Scottish author and reformer, believed that true progress stems from shifting attitudes rather than just enacting new laws. His influential writings, particularly the groundbreaking…

023 - Chapter 22 Manner -- Art

Feb 27, 2026 39m

Samuel Smiles, a Scottish author and reformer, believed that true progress stems from shifting attitudes rather than just enacting new laws. His influential writings, particularly the groundbreaking…

022 - Chapter 21 Temper

Feb 27, 2026 28m

Samuel Smiles, a Scottish author and reformer, believed that true progress stems from shifting attitudes rather than just enacting new laws. His influential writings, particularly the groundbreaking…

021 - Chapter 20 Duty -- Truthfulness

Feb 27, 2026 34m

Samuel Smiles, a Scottish author and reformer, believed that true progress stems from shifting attitudes rather than just enacting new laws. His influential writings, particularly the groundbreaking…

020 - Chapter 19 Self-control

Feb 27, 2026 40m

Samuel Smiles, a Scottish author and reformer, believed that true progress stems from shifting attitudes rather than just enacting new laws. His influential writings, particularly the groundbreaking…

019 - Chapter 18 Courage

Feb 27, 2026 51m

Samuel Smiles, a Scottish author and reformer, believed that true progress stems from shifting attitudes rather than just enacting new laws. His influential writings, particularly the groundbreaking…

018 - Chapter 17 Methods of Economy

Feb 27, 2026 52m

Samuel Smiles, a Scottish author and reformer, believed that true progress stems from shifting attitudes rather than just enacting new laws. His influential writings, particularly the groundbreaking…

017 - Chapter 16 Habits of Thrift

Feb 27, 2026 36m

Samuel Smiles, a Scottish author and reformer, believed that true progress stems from shifting attitudes rather than just enacting new laws. His influential writings, particularly the groundbreaking…

016 - Chapter 15 Money - Its Use and Abuse

Feb 27, 2026 47m

Samuel Smiles, a Scottish author and reformer, believed that true progress stems from shifting attitudes rather than just enacting new laws. His influential writings, particularly the groundbreaking…

015 - Chapter 14 Men of Business

Feb 27, 2026 30m

Samuel Smiles, a Scottish author and reformer, believed that true progress stems from shifting attitudes rather than just enacting new laws. His influential writings, particularly the groundbreaking…

014 - Chapter 13 Workers in Art

Feb 27, 2026 46m

Samuel Smiles, a Scottish author and reformer, believed that true progress stems from shifting attitudes rather than just enacting new laws. His influential writings, particularly the groundbreaking…

013 - Chapter 12 Self-culture -- Facilities and Difficulties

Feb 27, 2026 1h 12m

Samuel Smiles, a Scottish author and reformer, believed that true progress stems from shifting attitudes rather than just enacting new laws. His influential writings, particularly the groundbreaking…

012 - Chapter 11 Energy and Will

Feb 27, 2026 39m

Samuel Smiles, a Scottish author and reformer, believed that true progress stems from shifting attitudes rather than just enacting new laws. His influential writings, particularly the groundbreaking…

011 - Chapter 10 Helps and Opportunities - Scientific Pursuits

Feb 27, 2026 58m

Samuel Smiles, a Scottish author and reformer, believed that true progress stems from shifting attitudes rather than just enacting new laws. His influential writings, particularly the groundbreaking…

010 - Chapter 9 Application and Perserverance

Feb 27, 2026 36m

Samuel Smiles, a Scottish author and reformer, believed that true progress stems from shifting attitudes rather than just enacting new laws. His influential writings, particularly the groundbreaking…

009 - Chapter 8 Leaders of Industry - Inventors and Producers

Feb 27, 2026 1h 1m

Samuel Smiles, a Scottish author and reformer, believed that true progress stems from shifting attitudes rather than just enacting new laws. His influential writings, particularly the groundbreaking…

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