Optimal Living Daily - Personal Development and Self-Improvement

Marc Chernoff of Marc and Angel Hack Life shares 20 things that will matter a lot less to you in 20 years (part 1 of 2). Episode 607: 20 Things That Will Matter a Lot Less To You in 20 Years - Part 1 by Marc Chernoff of Marc and Angel Hack Life (Stay Calm). Marc and Angel Chernoff are professional coaches, full-time students of life, admirers of the human spirit, and have been recognized by Forbes as having “one of the most popular personal development blogs.” Through their blog, book, course and coaching, they’ve spent the past decade writing about and teaching proven strategies for finding lasting happiness, success, love and peace. The site has attracted over 100 million page views and 100 thousand subscribers since its inception in 2006. Their first book, “1,000 Little Things Happy, Successful People Do Differently“ is a focused collection of short, concise tips and reflections on the little things that make a huge difference in our daily lives. It’s available online at: marcandangel.com/book and on Amazon. The original post is located here: http://www.marcandangel.com/2017/01/29/20-things-that-will-matter-a-lot-less-to-you-in-20-years Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

9 Aug 20179min

Cal Newport asks why we never model our actions after those who have succeeded before us, and offers his opinion on it. Episode 606: Do What Works, Not What's Satisfying: Pseudo-Striving and our Fear of Reality-Based Planning by Cal Newport (Learning). Cal Newport is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Georgetown University, who specializes in the theory of distributed algorithms. He previously earned his Ph.D. from MIT in 2009 and graduated from Dartmouth College in 2004. In addition to studying the theoretical foundations of our digital age as a professor, Newport also writes about the impact of these technologies on the world of work. His most recent book, Deep Work, argues that focus is the new I.Q. in the knowledge economy, and that individuals who cultivate their ability to concentrate without distraction will thrive. The original post is located here: http://calnewport.com/blog/2012/04/29/do-what-works-not-whats-satisfying-pseudo-striving-and-our-fear-of-reality-based-planning Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

8 Aug 20179min

Leo Babauta of Zen Habits describes different ways to deal with family, friends, and roommates who do not want to simplify or minimize their lives with you. Episode 605: How to Find Peace Living With a Packrat by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits (Minimalism with Family, Friends, and Roommates). Leo Babauta created Zen Habits, which is about finding simplicity and mindfulness in the daily chaos of our lives. It’s about clearing the clutter so we can focus on what’s important, create something amazing, find happiness. The original post is located here: https://zenhabits.net/how-to-find-peace-living-with-a-packrat Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

7 Aug 20179min

Brian Gardner of No Sidebar shares his thoughts about people-pleasing with a different way to think about it. Episode 604: The Key to Experiencing Happiness in Life by Brian Gardner of No Sidebar (Developing Habits & Personal Growth). No Sidebar was created by Brian Gardner and is all about designing a simpler life. He and the contributing authors want to help you figure out what's getting in your way, at home and at work. They want to help you let go of distractions, online and off--to turn down the noise that disrupts the quiet of your heart and soul. The original post is located here: https://nosidebar.com/people-pleasing Please Rate & Review the Show! Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group and Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

6 Aug 201710min

Steve Kamb of Nerd Fitness shares why you should do less (or maybe even nothing at all)! Episode 603: Why You Should Do Less. Or Maybe Even Nothing At All by Steve Kamb of Nerd Fitness (Multitasking - Optimum Living Daily). Steve Kamb started exercising back in high school without really knowing what he was doing. Through high school and college, he made every training mistake known to man and got zero results. It wasn’t until he graduated college and learned the right way to train that he started to see positive changes. He's a nerd, but likes fitness… so why not combine the two and turn life into one giant video game? And thus, in the fall of 2009, NerdFitness.com was born! The original post is located here: https://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/why-you-should-do-less-or-maybe-even-nothing-at-all Please Rate & Review the Show! Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group and Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

5 Aug 201710min

There's a big difference between end goals and means goals--Steve Pavlina shares an explanation of both with examples. Episode 602: End Goals vs. Means Goals by Steve Pavlina (Developing Habits & Personal Growth). Steve Pavlina is widely recognized as one of the most successful personal development bloggers on the Internet, with his work attracting more than 100 million visits to his website, StevePavlina.com. He has written more than 1300 articles and recorded many audio programs on a broad range of self-help topics, including productivity, relationships, and spirituality. Steve has been quoted as an expert by the New York Times, USA Today, U.S. News & World Report, the Los Angeles Daily News, Self Magazine, The Guardian, and countless other publications. He's also a frequent guest on popular podcasts and radio shows. The original post is located here: https://www.stevepavlina.com/blog/2005/08/end-goals-vs-means-goals Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

4 Aug 20178min

Joshua Becker talks about how your perspective and attitude is everything. Episode 601: If You Are Looking for Reasons to be Happy, You'll Probably Find Them by Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist (Self Help). Joshua Becker and his family decided to live with fewer possessions after a conversation with his neighbor in 2008. As a result, they found a better way to live, centered on more important pursuits. Their story has been seen on the CBS Evening News, NPR, the Boston Globe, the Wall Street Journal and countless media interviews around the world. Their books have sold in the tens of thousands. BecomingMinimalist.com is about their journey towards a rational approach to minimalism. It is about the joys and the struggles. It is about the lessons they have learned. It has inspired millions around the world. It is written to inspire you to intentionally live with less, and find more life because of it. The original post is located here: https://www.becomingminimalist.com/look Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

3 Aug 20179min

Laura Tong with Good Life Zen shares why tomorrow never arrives and how to change your thinking about happiness. Episode 600: Are You Still Chasing Happiness by Laura Tong with Good Life Zen (Mindful Living & Simplicity). Mary Jaksch is an authorized Zen master (Diamond Sangha lineage), psychotherapist, and author. She has two nationalities,--English and German--and lives in New Zealand. She's the mother of a grown-up son and lives happily ever after with her partner David. She's been awarded an MA in Religious Studies, holds a 4th Dan Blackbelt in karate, started professional life as a flautist and loves dancing Argentine tango in skimpy dresses. The original post is located here: http://goodlifezen.com/chasing-happiness Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2 Aug 201711min