3816: On Making It Through Tough Journeys by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Emotional Resilience

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 3808: Steve Pavlina shares how envisioning an honorable future self became a guiding force in transforming his life from chaos to character. Rather than forcing change through willpower, he illustrates how emotional alignment with a future version of yourself can create deeper motivation and clarity in daily decision-making. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://stevepavlina.com/blog/2020/02/honoring-your-future-self/ Quotes to ponder: "When you make important decisions, think about which direction would honor your future self." "When you create a vision of your future self that feels good to you, you won’t want to betray that vision. You’ll want to move towards it." "This desire to honor your future self enables you to commit to bigger challenges and expect that you’ll follow through." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

15 Nov 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 3807: Kerri Richardson explores the hidden motivations behind snap judgments and how they often reflect our own insecurities or unhealed wounds. By turning the mirror inward, we can use these reactions as powerful tools for self-awareness and growth. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://kerririchardson.com/are-you-quick-to-judge/ Quotes to ponder: "No one can make you feel anything without your permission." "By judging others, we are limiting our own possibilities." "A quick, charged reaction to anything is a sign that something more is going on there for you" Episode references: Maria Kang Official Website: https://www.mariakang.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

14 Nov 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 3806: Colin Wright challenges the deeply rooted scarcity mindset by exploring how abundance can be redefined through intentional living and self-awareness. By reframing our relationship with limitation, he reveals how we can reclaim control, make more meaningful choices, and find richness in constraints rather than fear. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://exilelifestyle.com/reclaiming-scarcity-mentality Quotes to ponder: "Try not to take anything for granted, be it money or notoriety or relationships." "Consistency of work and income is never a sure thing." "Why wrap your life around things, when they could disappear just as easily as they arrived?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

13 Nov 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 3805: Julie Morgenstern shines a light on a hidden form of clutter that drains our energy and limits our growth: time clutter. By identifying obsolete commitments, unfinished projects, and outdated roles, we can reclaim control of our schedules and make room for more fulfilling and purpose-aligned experiences. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.juliemorgenstern.com/tips-tools-blog/2020/1/15/q98y5f9578czhs35yah0bh7xrumqrm Quotes to ponder: "Your schedule, like your closet, is a container, a storage unit with a definite capacity." "Sometimes we hold onto time clutter because it represents how we want to see ourselves." "Instead of focusing on what you’re giving up, focus on what you stand to gain." Episode references: UTEP Connect: https://online.utep.edu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

12 Nov 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 3804: Allison Carmen explores how embracing the idea of "maybe" can help us shift from fear-based beliefs to a state of openness and eventual faith. Through her story of Joe, a man gripped by job insecurity, she shows how the practice of “maybe” can ease anxiety, reframe uncertainty, and foster emotional resilience in uncertain times. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://www.allisoncarmen.com/having-faith-in-maybe-2/ Quotes to ponder: "Belief clings, faith lets go." "Beliefs try to make a known out of the unknown. They make presumptions about what is yet to come, how it will be, what it will mean, and how it will affect us." "’Maybe’ creates a kind of cognitive faith that can help us get us through an unexpected situation." Episode references: The Gift of Maybe: https://www.amazon.com/Gift-Maybe-Offering-Hope-Uncertainty/dp/0399169539 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

11 Nov 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 3803: Karen Trefzger reveals how your home environment may be secretly draining your energy through poor lighting, noise, clutter, and more. She offers simple, actionable changes that restore calm and vitality. With small adjustments like clearing surfaces or improving air quality, you can turn your space into a sanctuary that supports rest and well-being. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.maximumgratitudeminimalstuff.com/2025/10/your-house-is-making-you-tired.html Quotes to ponder: "Your home should be the antidote to stress, not the cause of it." "Your brain processes everything in your environment, even when you're not aware of it." "Small changes multiply and build on each other." Episode references: Coway Air Purifiers: https://www.cowaymega.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10 Nov 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 3802: Randi Kay passionately reminds us that self-care isn’t indulgent, it’s essential. By tuning into your body’s signals, embracing intentional movement, and prioritizing your own well-being, you not only heal and prevent burnout but also show up more fully for others. Her gentle but firm guidance helps transform daily self-care from a luxury into a non-negotiable ritual. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.naturallyrandikay.com/post/the-why-and-how-of-self-care Quotes to ponder: “Embrace movement as an essential part of being alive.” “We weren’t created to sit at desks and stare at screens for 8+ hours a day.” “If you listen to your body whisper, then you don’t have to hear it scream.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

9 Nov 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 3801: Danielle Omar reminds us that food isn’t just fuel, it’s a powerful form of self-care. Through mindful eating and simple nutrition strategies, she shows how we can reduce stress, improve digestion, and build a healthier, more joyful relationship with what we eat. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.foodconfidence.com/2023/01/23/self-care-ideas-nutrition/ Quotes to ponder: "Healthy eating could be one of the most overlooked, yet vital, forms of self-care." "Are you eating with joy and treating yourself with love and kindness rather than criticizing yourself for eating foods you shouldn’t be eating?" "Good digestive health is crucial so your body can break down, use, and store the vitamins and nutrients you consume." Episode references: MyFitnessPal: https://www.myfitnesspal.com/ Food Network: https://www.foodnetwork.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

9 Nov 8min