3746: The Joy Of Giving by Allison Carmen on How to Become More Generous and Find Connection

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 3747: A fulfilling life isn’t built on weekend escapes or the next vacation, but in shaping daily experiences worth savoring. Joshua Becker shares nine practical ways to find contentment in the everyday, through prioritizing relationships, aligning work with purpose, simplifying possessions, and embracing life’s seasons. His insights invite us to craft lives of joy, balance, and meaning right where we are. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.becomingminimalist.com/craft/ Quotes to ponder: "Rather than seeing vacation as your annual opportunity to escape life - craft a life you don’t need to escape from." "Not every pursuit in life deserves your energy." "Happiness is not something to be pursued, it is something to be discovered and recognized." Episode references: The Power of Now: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Now-Guide-Spiritual-Enlightenment/dp/1577314808 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

22 Sep 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 3745: Emma Scheib explores imposter syndrome through the familiar lens of Cinderella, showing how the “ugly sisters” of comparison, self-doubt, and fear can hold us back from living fully. She offers a gentle reminder that while these voices may never disappear, we have the power to quiet them and step into confidence and self-worth. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://simpleslowlovely.com/cinderella-and-her-ugly-sisters-imposter-syndrome/ Quotes to ponder: "Imposter syndrome is the belief that you’re not as competent as others perceive you to be." "Comparison is the thief of joy, but also the thief of confidence." "We can’t get rid of our ugly sisters but we can choose how much attention we pay them." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

21 Sep 8min

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 3744: Jeff Goins shares how discovering your true calling isn’t about a single lightning-bolt moment but a journey of exploration, experimentation, and listening to what resonates most with you. He emphasizes that clarity comes through action, not waiting, and that your passion often emerges from persistence, curiosity, and serving others. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://goinswriter.com/calling/ Quotes to ponder: "Your calling is not a destination. It’s more like a path." "Clarity comes with action." "You don’t just find your calling, you build it." Episode references: The Art of Work: https://www.amazon.com/Art-Work-Jeff-Goins/dp/0718022076 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

20 Sep 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 3743: Tynan shares a personal exploration of how cultivating calm transforms both productivity and quality of life. He explains why calmness allows sharper decision-making, reduces wasted energy, and creates a deeper sense of control and presence in everyday moments. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://tynan.com/calm Quotes to ponder: "Calm is a very important state to be in, and it’s worth cultivating." "Calm allows you to take in more information, process it, and make better decisions." "When you are calm, you conserve energy and reduce the amount of effort necessary to live your life." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

19 Sep 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 3742: Chris Guillebeau challenges the dismissive phrase “welcome to the real world,” showing how it’s often used to stifle creativity, independence, and unconventional choices. Instead, he invites readers to reject limiting beliefs, embrace the present, and pursue the “living world,” where freedom, meaning, and purpose are found in truly being alive. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisguillebeau.com/welcome-to-the-real-world/ Quotes to ponder: “Please note: the real world is not reality. It is not defined by facts. It is determined by the collective perception of unremarkably average people.” “The best years of our lives are neither behind us nor ahead of us. They are RIGHT NOW, so we’d better take advantage of them.” “Some of us have not given up on the unrealistic. Some of us have taken the red pill. Some of us don’t want the things in the real world.” Episode references: The Hero’s Journey: Joseph Campbell on His Life and Work: https://www.amazon.com/Heros-Journey-Joseph-Campbell/dp/1577314042 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

18 Sep 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 3741: Courtney Carver shares practical advice for building a capsule wardrobe that suits your lifestyle, reduces decision fatigue, and makes room for your favorite pieces. By setting your own rules, letting go of fear, and focusing on what really matters, you create more time, space, and joy in your daily life. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://bemorewithless.com/caspule-wardrobe Quotes to ponder: "Having it all doesn’t require owning it all." "Ignore the trends, the advertising, and everyone who looks like you think you should look, and be happy in your clothes." "Once you’ve created your capsule wardrobe, you won’t need extra time to get ready in the morning, and you won’t be spending time shopping online, or in dressing rooms." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

17 Sep 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 3740: Angelina Lee explores how subtle mindset shifts can create space for more happiness without needing to change your entire life. By letting go of rigid labels, recognizing that choices aren't always final, and learning to say 'no' with intention, she offers a compassionate yet practical path to greater peace and fulfillment. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nosidebar.com/shifting-your-perspective/ Quotes to ponder: "We don’t necessarily need to alter our circumstances in order to promote happiness as much as we need to adjust our perception of those circumstances." "If we decide to venture out of the expected and our efforts fail, we can make the changes necessary in order to inspire new growth." "By saying ‘yes’ to everyone else, I was saying ‘no’ to myself." Episode references: Exploring Plan Be: https://exploringplanbe.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

16 Sep 9min