047: Balance of Attraction: Simple Thoughts on Dating for Men and Women by Crew Spence with The Minimalists

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 3474: Tyler Tervooren explores how automating small decisions can free up mental energy for life's bigger challenges. By creating routines and systems for repetitive choices, you conserve willpower, reduce stress, and maintain focus on what truly matters. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.riskology.co/decision-automation/ Quotes to ponder: "Your willpower is a finite resource that gets depleted as you use it throughout the day." "When you create systems that handle repetitive choices for you, you’re freeing your mind to focus on what truly matters." "Automation doesn’t remove decisions from your life; it simply streamlines the unimportant ones." Episode references: The Paradox of Choice: https://www.amazon.com/Paradox-Choice-Why-More-Less/dp/0060005696 Getting Things Done: https://www.amazon.com/Getting-Things-Done-Stress-Free-Productivity/dp/0142000280 Atomic Habits: https://www.amazon.com/Atomic-Habits-Proven-Build-Break/dp/0735211299 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

26 Jan 11min

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 3473: Jennifer Coyle explores how being a responsible consumer isn’t just about what you buy - it’s about making choices that align with your values. She highlights the impact of mindful purchasing on sustainability, personal well-being, and the planet. Discover simple shifts that lead to more intentional living and a healthier relationship with material goods. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nosidebar.com/responsible-consumer/ Quotes to ponder: "Being a responsible consumer means making choices that align with your values, rather than being driven by convenience or impulse." "Every purchase we make sends a message about the kind of world we want to live in." "When we consume with intention, we bring more meaning into our lives and reduce unnecessary waste." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

26 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 3472: Kristena Eden explores how embracing this paradox can lead to personal growth, resilience, and peace. By retraining our brains, shifting our thought patterns, and rewriting the stories we tell ourselves, we can break free from negativity and take control of our lives, one small step at a time. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://corelivingessentials.com/life-is-a-paradox/ Quotes to ponder: "Life is a paradox, it is good and bad, it is fun and hard, it is filled with joy and sadness, it is incredibly overwhelming and sacred." "If we can’t take responsibility for it, we do not have the power to improve it." "Beliefs have the power to create and the power to destroy." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

25 Jan 10min

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 3471: Aligning your goals with your emotions makes them more meaningful, while building systems for consistency ensures long-term success. Chalene Johnson shares how to set goals that truly fulfill you and create habits that make follow-through effortless. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.chalenejohnson.com/why-you-should-incorporate-your-feelings-into-your-goal-setting/ & https://www.chalenejohnson.com/how-to-stay-consistent/ Quotes to ponder: "Success isn’t about perfection; it’s about showing up, even when you don’t feel like it." "Consistency is built on small, repeatable actions that align with your goals." "Chasing a goal that doesn’t align with your emotions can leave you feeling empty, even when you succeed." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

24 Jan 10min

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 3470: Carl Pullein challenges the traditional approach to productivity, arguing that doing more doesn’t necessarily mean achieving more. To-do lists often create unnecessary busyness, prioritizing low-value tasks over meaningful progress. By shifting focus from activities to desired outcomes, you can eliminate distractions, work more efficiently, and accomplish more in less time. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.carlpullein.com/blog/do-you-have-productivity-the-wrong-way-round/7/4/2021 Quotes to ponder: "To-do lists also change the way you think about your work. You get caught up in activities and not the outcomes you are trying to achieve." "If you want to achieve more in less time, stop thinking activity and start thinking objectives." "Instead of adding all your actionable emails individually into your to-do list, create a folder to hold actionable emails and have one task in your to-do list called 'Clear my actionable email folder.'" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

23 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 3469: Fear is a survival mechanism, but as David Cain explains, it often misfires in modern life, clouding our judgment and leading to unnecessary avoidance. Discover how to recognize fear's role, challenge its assumptions, and reclaim your capacity for clear decision-making. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.raptitude.com/2014/06/fear-is-your-mind-at-its-dumbest/ Quotes to ponder: “Fear is your mind at its dumbest; it exaggerates dangers, distorts facts, and convinces you that retreat is the only safe option.” “Most of what we fear in life isn’t lethal, it’s discomfort, embarrassment, or temporary failure.” “Courage is not the absence of fear but the ability to disregard its bad advice.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

22 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 3468: Kate Hesse highlights the critical distinction between self-care and self-work, explaining how each serves unique purposes in maintaining balance. While self-care replenishes energy and promotes relaxation, self-work involves active growth and introspection, often requiring effort and intention. By understanding and balancing these practices, we can better align with our needs, achieve personal growth, and maintain well-being. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nourishnestbreathe.com/self-care-vs-self-work-and-why-it-matters/ Quotes to ponder: "I define self-work as any activity where you are actively working on yourself. This could be mental, emotional, spiritual, or physical." "Self-care allows you to recharge. It gives you the reserves you need to keep working on both self-work and your day-to-day responsibilities." "Sometimes the only difference between self-work and self-care is your attitude and approach." Episode references: Yoga Nidra for Deep Relaxation: https://www.yogabasics.com/yoga-postures/yoga-nidra/ The Eight Limbs of Yoga: https://www.yogajournal.com/practice/the-eight-limbs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

21 Jan 12min

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 3467: Emma Scheib explores the true essence of minimalism, focusing on self-exploration, time management, and resilience. By clearing physical and emotional clutter, fiercely guarding your time, and staying determined, you can cultivate a minimalist lifestyle that prioritizes what truly matters without chasing perfection or trends. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.becomingminimalist.com/essential-minimalist/ Quotes to ponder: "Minimalism is about clearing the clutter in our homes, calendars, and heads so that we can do the things that light us up and give us purpose." "Every time I purchase another item of clothing, I choose which one goes in the bag for charity." "You have to be confident in your choice to slow down and simplify so that when you get questions and push-back, you can sit tight, determined to weather the storm." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

20 Jan 9min