3525: 5 Core Skills Your Life Depends On by Angel Chernoff of Marc and Angel on How to Improve Patience

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3445: Josie Michelle Davis offers a fresh perspective on setting goals by encouraging reflection on your values and passions instead of following rigid plans. Discover how aligning goals with what truly matters can lead to more fulfilling and meaningful achievements. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://josiemichelledavis.com/blog/2020/01/09/2020-1-7-unsure-about-your-goals-start-here/ Quotes to ponder: "Goals rooted in your values will always feel more purposeful." "Clarity comes not from rushing but from reflecting on what matters most to you." "When you align your goals with your passions, progress feels natural and fulfilling." Episode references: Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones: https://www.amazon.com/Atomic-Habits-Proven-Build-Break/dp/0735211299 Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action: https://www.amazon.com/Start-Why-Leaders-Inspire-Everyone/dp/1591846447 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1 Jan 9min

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3444: Joel Bein explores the profound impact of quality sleep, revealing its cascading benefits on emotional balance, physical health, creativity, and relationships. By understanding how sleep influences our lives, you can harness its power to cultivate greater energy and purpose every day. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://joelbein.com/blog-1/2020/05/03/5-ripple-benefits-of-good-sleep/ Quotes to ponder: "Good sleep is the silent foundation upon which your energy and clarity are built." "When you sleep well, the world looks brighter, and your relationships feel easier." "Sleep is a superpower that fuels your potential, creativity, and resilience." Episode references: Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams: https://www.amazon.com/Why-We-Sleep-Unlocking-Dreams/dp/1501144324 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

31 Des 20249min

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3443: Anthony Ongaro highlights the profound impact of reducing smartphone reliance in three specific areas: the bedroom, shared meals, and unstructured downtime. By consciously setting boundaries, he explains, we can reclaim focus, deepen relationships, and create space for creativity and meaningful experiences. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.breakthetwitch.com/three-places-to-put-away-the-smartphone/ Quotes to ponder: "Keeping your phone out of the bedroom creates space for better sleep and more intentional mornings." "Shared meals without distractions can spark deeper conversations and strengthen relationships." "Unstructured downtime away from screens allows creativity and relaxation to flourish." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

30 Des 20249min

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3442: Benjamin Hardy emphasizes the power of taking full responsibility for both successes and failures. By owning your actions and choices, you unlock the ability to adapt, grow, and achieve specific outcomes without attaching your identity to results. This mindset enables consistent progress while fostering humility and gratitude for the journey. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://medium.com/thrive-global/mature-people-don-t-apologize-when-they-succeed-nor-complain-when-they-fail-ad3a7d044ded Quotes to ponder: “The greatest form of maturity is at harvest time. This is when we must learn how to reap without complaint if the amounts are small and how to reap without apology if the amounts are big.” “It’s better to be an example of someone living a powerful life than to live small in order to make other people feel comfortable around you.” “It is not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent that survives. It is the one that is most adaptable to change.” Episode references: Strategic Coach: https://www.strategiccoach.com The Fifth Discipline: https://www.amazon.com/Fifth-Discipline-Practice-Learning-Organization/dp/0385517254 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

29 Des 202411min

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3441: Briana Harry reflects on the necessity of setting boundaries to protect personal happiness and growth. By honoring her past survival strategies and embracing thoughtful decision-making, she reclaims her energy, time, and body with purpose. Her insights offer practical guidance for nurturing self-love and maintaining meaningful relationships through healthy limits. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.yemash.com/writers-corner/2021/12/22/boundaries-and-me Quotes to ponder: "To live life the way I want to takes thought, it means I have to be slow to act." "I don’t need to be right to be safe. I don’t need to agree or want what people around me want." "It doesn’t make me feel good, and it doesn’t make me a bad person to limit how much of it I listen to." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

29 Des 20248min

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3440: Jenny Lee explores how the word "should" creates unnecessary pressure and internal conflict. Drawing on insights from Steven Handel, she advocates replacing "should" with "want" or "will" to cultivate a mindset of clarity, motivation, and actionable intent. By reevaluating obligations versus desires, you can create a more intentional and fulfilling life. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.hellobrio.com/blog/stop-should Quotes to ponder: "When you find yourself saying 'I really should do (blank)' it reflects a deep internal conflict within yourself." "If it really matters to you, you'll make time for it." "Changing just one word, from 'should' to 'want,' can completely shift how we feel about something." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

28 Des 202410min

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3439: Andy Traub outlines a powerful roadmap for launching your dream, from embracing early mornings to overcoming perfectionism and shipping your work. By taking consistent action, following a process, and practicing generosity, he emphasizes that anyone can transform their aspirations into tangible achievements. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://goinswriter.com/launch-dream/ Quotes to ponder: "Because it's not enough to dream; we must do the work." "The secret to not flaking out on your friends and family while still pursuing a dream is going to work before your world wakes up." "Perfection is a myth and more often an excuse to not ship." Episode references: Dave Ramsey resources: https://www.daveramsey.com Platform by Michael Hyatt: https://www.amazon.com/Platform-Get-Noticed-Noisy-World/dp/159555503X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

27 Des 20249min

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3438 Ryan Frederick highlights how our environment can serve as a powerful life hack, influencing longevity, health, and financial well-being. By choosing or modifying our place - whether through social connections, active lifestyles, or financial decisions - we can create habits that yield exponential benefits over time. Small tweaks to our surroundings can significantly enhance our quality of life. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.here.life/blog/place-as-a-life-hack Quotes to ponder: "Place has both direct and indirect impacts on a person’s life. The best place elevates the elements of well-being, including purpose, social connection, physical well-being, and financial well-being." "What starts as a small win or a minor setback accumulates into something much more." "It may be that the biggest life hack is hidden in plain sight, it’s your home." Episode references: Thinking Fast and Slow: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Fast-Slow-Daniel-Kahneman/dp/0374533555 The Power of Habit: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Habit-What-Life-Business/dp/081298160X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

26 Des 202410min