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 3420: Calista Tee reveals how to turn life’s challenges into stepping stones with actionable strategies to identify and seize opportunities. Learn how shifting your mindset can transform setbacks into growth, creating a clear path to personal and professional success. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://oldpodcast.com/creating-opportunities/ Quotes to ponder: "Opportunities are often hidden within the challenges we resist the most." "Your mindset is the lens through which you see possibility; adjust it, and the view changes." "Every setback holds a lesson. It’s the bridge to your next success." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10 Dec 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 3419: Claire Wilde shares practical strategies to make decluttering more manageable, reminding us that progress no matter how slow is still a step forward. With tips ranging from breaking tasks into smaller steps to playing decluttering games, she emphasizes the value of self-compassion and perseverance in creating a simpler, more intentional life. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.becomingminimalist.com/declutter-strategies/ Quotes to ponder: "Progress IS progress - it’s not going backwards or staying the same." "Don’t beat yourself up if you’re not seeing instant results. You might take a while to get to where you need to be. That’s okay." "If you’re bringing less into your home than you are sending out, you’re decluttering." Episode references: Marie Kondo's "The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up": https://www.amazon.com/dp/1607747308 The Minimalists: https://www.theminimalists.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

9 Dec 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 3418: Ellen Burgan emphasizes that optimism is a conscious choice to adopt a positive attitude, leading to a more fulfilling life. She outlines five daily habits to cultivate optimism: slowing down to be mindful, believing in positive outcomes, practicing positive thinking, surrounding oneself with optimistic individuals, and being attuned to one's attitude. By integrating these practices, individuals can enhance their happiness and overall well-being. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ifitbringsyoujoy.com/optimism/ Quotes to ponder: "Optimism is not just cheerfulness for no reason; it’s a conscious decision to live your life choosing to have a positive attitude and expect good things to happen." "Your attitude is essential to your happiness, and research has proven that optimistic people are happier." "Believe and expect good things to come." Episode references: The Happiness Advantage: How a Positive Brain Fuels Success in Work and Life: https://www.amazon.com/Happiness-Advantage-Positive-Brain-Success/dp/0307591549 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

8 Dec 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 3417: Highly disciplined individuals often face high expectations from others, leading to overwork and underappreciation despite their visible accomplishments. Dr. Samantha Joel highlights research showing how these expectations ranging from better performance to handling more responsibilities can burden self-controlled people and strain their relationships. The article urges both highly disciplined individuals and those around them to balance expectations with fairness and empathy. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.luvze.com/the-problem-with-how-we-treat-highly-disciplined-people/ Quotes to ponder: "People with high self-control might be left feeling overburdened by their friends, family, and coworkers." "Completing difficult tasks is just as effortful for those with high self-control as it is for those with low self-control." "Although high self-control individuals are happier in their relationships overall, they would be more satisfied still if their partners did not expect so much of them." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

8 Dec 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 3416: Steve Pavlina explores how honoring your negative predictions, especially in situations you've consistently found unfulfilling can enhance clarity and lead to better choices. By decisively rejecting what doesn't work for you, you free up space to discover more fulfilling opportunities and align your actions with your true desires. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://stevepavlina.com/blog/2020/01/honoring-negative-predictions/ Quotes to ponder: "When you’ve figured out what you don’t want, stop doing it." "Just say no to what you don’t want, and you’ll have a better chance of getting what you do want." "If you desire clarity, then clarity must become a high value in your life." Episode references: The Minimalists: https://www.theminimalists.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

7 Dec 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 3415: Julie Morgenstern explores the concept of perfectionism and its potential to paralyze productivity and rob us of joy. By adopting her MAX-MOD-MIN framework, you can learn to balance high standards with practicality, effectively breaking the cycle of all-or-nothing thinking. This approach empowers you to make deliberate choices about where to focus your effort, freeing you to prioritize what truly matters. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.juliemorgenstern.com/tips-tools-blog/2020/6/23/why-and-how-you-must-conquer-perfectionism Quotes to ponder: "It’s easy to lose perspective and always think you have to do things par excellence." "Perfection is a drive for safety--no fear of criticism or wrongdoing." "The muscle is breaking the all-or-nothing thinking that leads to overwork or paralysis, and recognizing you have options." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

6 Dec 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 3414: Ali Cornish explores the duality of solitude and loneliness, emphasizing how embracing solitude can foster self-awareness and growth, while unchecked loneliness can lead to emotional and physical challenges. By reframing loneliness as a signal for change and reaching out to others, we can prioritize emotional well-being and rediscover joy. In another piece, she highlights the transformative power of conscious breathing, showing how a single mindful breath can ease anxiety, improve focus, and enhance our sense of presence. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://everthrive.org/blog/2015/10/7/learn-from-loneliness & http://everthrive.org/blog/breathe Quotes to ponder: "Loneliness does not imply alone-ness. We can be lonely even when we are surrounded by people." "Taking one deep breath helps us to consciously pause, reflect, and refocus our perceptions, removing us from the source of anxiety." "Loneliness should be explored and understood before it is banished because it can inform us of behavior patterns that we need to change." Episode references: Death in Venice and Other Tales by Thomas Mann: https://www.amazon.com/Death-Venice-Stories-Signet-Classics/dp/0451526090 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

5 Dec 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 3413: Chris Guillebeau explores the transformative power of perseverance, emphasizing how persistence, even in the face of setbacks, is key to achieving long-term success and fulfillment. By dissecting examples of personal and professional triumphs, he reveals practical strategies to cultivate resilience and overcome obstacles with determination. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisguillebeau.com/perseverence/ Quotes to ponder: "Perseverance isn’t about being perfect; it’s about continuing when others stop." "Every setback contains a lesson, and every lesson builds a stronger foundation for success." "Persistence transforms aspirations into achievements, one determined step at a time." Episode references: Born For This: How to Find the Work You Were Meant to Do: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1101903988 The Art of Non-Conformity: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0399536108 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

4 Dec 20248min