3591: How to Downsize Your Life from Negative People by Renee Benes of The Fun Sized Life

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 3122: Joel from 5AM Joel.com explores the transformative power of imaginary mentors in "Circle of Invisible Mentors," inspired by Napoleon Hill's "Think and Grow Rich." By consulting with icons like Richard Branson, Jocko Willink, Elon Musk, and even his future self, Joel demonstrates how envisioning advice from these figures can propel personal and professional growth. This practice, while unconventional, offers a unique strategy for overcoming challenges and achieving success. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://5amjoel.com/mentors/ Quotes to ponder: "The weirdest imaginary mentor that I have is my future self, at 65 years old." Episode references: Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill: https://www.amazon.com/Think-Grow-Rich-Landmark-Bestseller/dp/1585424331 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

24 Mar 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 3121: Dive into Nia Shanks' empowering fitness challenge that shifts the focus from superficial goals to celebrating what your body can accomplish. This transformative approach encourages you to appreciate your strength, technique, and physical abilities, fostering a healthier relationship with fitness and self-confidence. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.niashanks.com/fitness-challenge-what-you-can-do/ Quotes to ponder: "Focus on what your body can DO, and Nothing Else." "Remember, this challenge is all about focusing on what you CAN DO." "By focusing on their performance, improved body composition just becomes a wonderful side effect." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

24 Mar 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 3120: In "Who’s Editing Your Life Story?" by Dr. Kelly Flanagan, readers are invited to reflect on the importance of having a trusted editor in life - not just for writing but for navigating the personal stories we live. Flanagan draws from personal experiences and literary wisdom to argue that embracing our errors with the help of a trusted editor can lead to a more authentic, revised story of our lives, filled with growth, understanding, and deeper human connection. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://drkellyflanagan.com/whos-editing-your-life-story/ Quotes to ponder: "Every writer needs an editor. Rough drafts are rough, and writers need another set of eyes to create something beautiful and meaningful." "We need people who will say the hard things, people who will serve up the hard medicine, people for whom we will swallow it because we know they are serving it out of love and caring and respect." Episode references: Father Fiction by Don Miller: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Father-Fiction/Donald-Miller/9781439190531 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

23 Mar 202412min

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 3119: Erica Layne's article on NoSidebar.com, "The Weight of Emotional Clutter - And 4 Steps to Letting Go," provides a heartfelt examination of the internal narratives that hold us back and offers a methodical approach to decluttering our minds. Layne's personal journey and actionable steps guide readers toward emotional freedom, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and shifting our mental scripts toward positivity and self-love. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nosidebar.com/the-weight-of-emotional-clutter/ Quotes to ponder: "Emotional clutter is the type of clutter that is the most unseen but has the greatest impact on your happiness and well-being." "Keep yourself shored up by practicing purposeful self-care and remembering that you are whole and beautiful and worthy no matter what." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

22 Mar 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 3118: Joel Bein explores the common skepticism surrounding affirmations and reveals their potential inefficacy due to underlying negative beliefs. By sharing his personal journey of overcoming deep-seated doubts, Bein illustrates how confronting and resolving these internal conflicts can empower affirmations, transforming them from self-help clichés into valuable tools for self-improvement. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://joelbein.com/blog-1/2024/01/02/do-affirmations-work-how-to-effectively-employ-affirmations-by-clearing-negative-beliefs/ Quotes to ponder: "Most people have opposing, negative limiting beliefs buried in their subconscious mind. So, adding a positive affirmation on top becomes akin to spraying dog crap with some air freshener." Episode references: "5 Steps to End Negative Self-Talk" guide: https://thehumanliberation.co/OLD/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

21 Mar 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 3117: Discover the transformative power of subtle changes with Derek Sivers as he shares his personal journey through a challenging mountain drive. His story, "Tilting My Mirror (Motivation is Delicate)," reveals how minor adjustments in our surroundings can significantly impact our motivation and stress levels, encouraging us to take control of our environment for a more fulfilling life. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://sive.rs/tilt & https://sive.rs/drama  Quotes to ponder: "Motivation is delicate. When you notice your motivation fading, you have to seek out the subtle cause." "A simple tweak can make all the difference between achieving something or not." "That little tweak changed everything! Now it feels like I’m almost alone on this gorgeous mountain drive." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

20 Mar 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 3116: The podcast discusses Ingrid Y. Helander's blog post on converting worry to confidence using Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy concepts. It highlights common reactions to worry and presents four new methods to promote emotional well-being and build a strong, confident foundation. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ingridyhelanderlmft.com/four-new-ways-to-convert-worry-to-confidence/ Quotes to ponder: "Using Internal Family Systems (or IFS) Therapy concepts, you can actually change the way you react to the parts of your personality that work like a little 'internal family' inside you." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

19 Mar 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 3115: In this episode of Optimal Living Daily, Justin Malik reads Rose Lounsbury's blog post, "What a Clogged Sink Taught Me About Minimalism." Rose shares her experience of realizing the inconvenience of a slow sink only when forced to share the bathroom with her family during renovations. Drawing parallels to clutter in our lives, Rose highlights how we often become accustomed to living with the burden of clutter, whether physical or mental. The post encourages listeners to consider the immediate benefits of decluttering, emphasizing the positive impact on daily life and well-being. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://roselounsbury.com/clogged-sink-minimalism/ Quotes to ponder: "Eliminating the excess is the easiest way to start living an easier, less stressful life." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

18 Mar 20249min