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The speaker is saying that routines help them function well, and unexpected changes can be difficult to handle. It suggests a preference for structure and consistency over sudden adjustments.
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About Gretchen Rubin
American author, blogger, and speaker
Gretchen Craft Rubin is an American author, blogger, and speaker. She is known for writing and speaking about habits, happiness, and the everyday practices that shape a more satisfying life. Her work reaches a wide general audience through books, essays, and talks. Much of what she writes focuses on self-knowledge, behavior, and the small changes people use to live with more purpose and ease.
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