Optimal Living Daily - Personal Development and Self-Improvement

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 3104: In "How to Get Good at Dealing with Massive Change – Part 2," Leo Babauta of ZenHabits.net offers insightful strategies to embrace the fluidity of life with a calm mind and a grateful heart. Babauta guides readers through practices of relaxation, compassion, gratitude, and joyful appreciation amidst life's inevitable changes, illustrating how to find beauty and strength in the transient nature of our experiences. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://zenhabits.net/everchanging/ Quotes to ponder: "Relax into the beauty of the changing moment. Everything is moving, changing, shifting into a new moment." "Practice compassion, gratitude, and joyful appreciation. Can you be grateful for this moment? Appreciate its beauty, its swirling change, its wide openness." "Love the everchanging moment exactly as it is. It includes suffering, loss, and pain, but also constant shifting, growth, and the joy of moving into something new." Episode references: Pema Chodron: https://pemachodronfoundation.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

9 Mar 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 3103: Leo Babauta's guide on "How to Get Good at Dealing with Massive Change" offers a transformative approach to navigating life's inevitable shifts. Through cultivating a mindset of openness and adaptability, Babauta teaches how to embrace change as an opportunity for growth and joy, rather than a source of stress. His insights into the habitual reactions our minds default to when faced with upheaval, paired with practical strategies for mental training, promise a path to resilience and profound personal development. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://zenhabits.net/everchanging/ Quotes to ponder: "The situation just exists, it is not bad. So instead of continuing to be caught up in your thoughts, drop into the pure experience of the present moment." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

8 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 3102: Helene Massicotte of FreeToPursue.com shares transformative insights from "Peak: Secrets from the New Science of Expertise" by Anders Ericsson and Robert Pool, challenging the notion of innate talent and emphasizing the power of deliberate practice. Massicotte's personal journey of applying these principles to writing, speaking, strength training, and archery not only showcases the practical steps towards self-improvement but also inspires readers to reassess their own potential and the myths surrounding natural abilities. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://www.freetopursue.com/blog/2016/5/31/what-peaked-my-curiosity-for-more Quotes to ponder: "The power is in the word 'deliberate'. Just going through the motions doesn’t make us better." Episode references: Peak: Secrets from the New Science of Expertise by Anders Ericsson and Robert Pool: https://www.amazon.com/Peak-Secrets-New-Science-Expertise-ebook/dp/B011H56MKS Freakonomics Radio podcast episode #244: How to Become Great at Just About Anything: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/freakonomics-radio/id354668519?i=1000367662472&l=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

7 Mar 202413min

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 3101: J. Money of BudgetsAreSexy.com shares a poignant reflection prompted by a chance encounter, leading to "19 Ways to Be Better Today than Yesterday." This article serves as a reminder of the importance of kindness, self-improvement, and the value of small actions in making a significant impact on ourselves and those around us. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://budgetsaresexy.com/ways-to-be-better-today-than-yesterday/ Quotes to ponder: "I always wanted to be someone better the next day than I was the day before." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

6 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 3100: Catherine of CommonSenseLiving.ca illuminates the underestimated power of setting boundaries to protect and preserve one's energy against the drain of external demands. She argues for the necessity of assertive communication and self-commitment to maintain personal well-being and authentic living, offering actionable advice for those struggling to establish their limits in a world that often takes kindness for weakness. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.commonsenseliving.ca/post/build-your-boundaries Quotes to ponder: "Nobody will tell you to set boundaries. All the people around you benefit from your giving nature. Check yourself and slow down if you're giving too much." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

5 Mar 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 3099: Joshua Fields Millburn of The Minimalists.com reevaluates commonly celebrated virtues in "13 Overrated Virtues," challenging the conventional wisdom that holds them in high regard. Millburn's insightful critique reveals how these virtues, when misapplied or taken to extremes, can undermine personal relationships and detract from living a values-aligned life. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.theminimalists.com/virtues/ Quotes to ponder: "Loyalty at the expense of integrity is detrimental to a relationship." "When in doubt, 'I don’t know' are the three most freeing words we can utter." "We are at our best when we are smart enough not to rely on [empathy], but to draw instead upon a more distanced compassion." Episode references: Against Empathy: The Case for Rational Compassion by Paul Bloom: https://www.amazon.com/Against-Empathy-Case-Rational-Compassion/dp/0062339338 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

4 Mar 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 3098: Loren Pinilis shares transformative advice on Goins Writer.com for those struggling to rise with the sun, detailing a dual strategy that addresses both physical readiness and mental fortitude. With practical steps like setting multiple alarms, cultivating a positive mental environment, and establishing a consistent wake-up routine, Pinilis's guide is essential for anyone looking to harness the benefits of early mornings for enhanced productivity and well-being. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://goinswriter.com/wake-up-early/ Quotes to ponder: "When I realized waking up early is a battle fought on two fronts, everything changed." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

3 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 3097: Elly McGuinness guides us through a compassionate approach to bounce back from binge eating, emphasizing self-forgiveness and practical steps for physical and emotional recovery. Discover strategies to regain control and prevent future episodes. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ellymcguinness.com/blog/how-to-recover-from-a-binge/ Quotes to ponder: "Forgiveness is the first step towards healing." "Take a moment to reconnect with your body's needs." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

3 Mar 202411min