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 3370: Greg Audino explores the balance between striving for self-improvement and the risk of becoming obsessed with the process. He highlights the importance of practicing patience and dedication while also accepting oneself in the present. Audino emphasizes that personal growth should be pursued with care to avoid the trap of feeling constantly inadequate. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://medium.com/invisible-illness/your-best-you-dedication-without-addiction-2c5c7a83a8a1 Quotes to ponder: "It’s quite natural to fantasize about how things could be better, and for the extra responsible people, to think about how you could be better, not everything else." "I accept myself as I am now, and though I have a goal I’d like to reach, it is not above me, and I have the same amount of worth whether I reach it or not." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

27 Okt 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 3369: Lea Genders emphasizes finding a balance in eating habits rather than striving for the perfection of "clean" eating. Instead of labeling food as "good" or "bad," she encourages small, manageable improvements over time, allowing room for indulgences without guilt. This approach fosters a healthier relationship with food while supporting long-term success. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.leagendersfitness.com/news/balanced-not-clean-simple-strategies-to-eat-better Quotes to ponder: "I prefer to not view food as clean or dirty, and good or bad. There are also some foods that are better for celebrating birthdays." "The key to living a healthy, yet sustainable lifestyle is finding the balance between what is healthy for your body, and what you enjoy." "Try to make the best choices possible with what is available at the moment. We don't have to eat perfectly, just do the best we can." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

27 Okt 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 3368: Dr. Kelly Flanagan explores how, over time, many of us stop asking for what we truly want, burdened by guilt and shame. Drawing on heartwarming stories of children’s selfless desires, he argues that reconnecting with our ability to ask is essential to uncovering joy and love. Rediscovering our wants can lead to more meaningful connections and a more joyful life. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://drkellyflanagan.com/when-did-you-stop-asking-for-what-you-want/ Quotes to ponder: "Our wants, in the end, reveal the depths of love within us." "As children, we learn our asking is forbidden." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

26 Okt 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 3367: By slowing down and simplifying your life, you can reduce stress and rediscover joy in everyday moments. Clare Devlin offers practical tips to create more space in your day, from getting more sleep and leaving time-buffers in your schedule to engaging in meaningful conversations. These small adjustments lead to a calmer, more intentional life. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nosidebar.com/enjoy-simple-life/ Quotes to ponder: "By making conscious decisions to slow down and declutter aspects of the day, your day today can become more simple." "Removing the excess in your life often results in having more to share: whether that is your money, talents, or time." "The simple fact that our hearts need to change if we want our lives on the outside to change." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

25 Okt 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 3366: David Cain emphasizes the unmatched value of attention, showing how it often surpasses time in importance. While time is a finite resource, how we direct our attention determines its true quality. Cain encourages readers to focus more deliberately, underscoring that attention can transform even ordinary moments into meaningful experiences. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.raptitude.com/2009/03/the-only-resource-more-precious-than-time/ Quotes to ponder: "Attention is the only real currency in life, and we spend it constantly." "Time and attention are not the same resource; they merely tend to appear together." "Moments of living become precious when we invest our attention fully into them." Episode references: Deep Work: https://www.amazon.com/Deep-Work-Focused-Success-Distracted/dp/1455586692 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

24 Okt 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 3365: David Cain explores the concept that attention, not time, is our most precious resource. By understanding how attention drives productivity and well-being, Cain encourages readers to rethink how they spend their focus daily. His reflections offer a compelling reminder to guard and direct our mental energy for a more fulfilling life. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.raptitude.com/2009/03/the-only-resource-more-precious-than-time/ Quotes to ponder: "Time passes whether you’re paying attention to it or not, but attention is the ultimate currency in terms of how we experience life." "Attention is your actual life it’s what you are immersed in at any given moment." "If you aren’t deliberate about what you pay attention to, your mind will fill your time with whatever gets its hooks into it first." Episode references: "Getting Things Done": https://www.amazon.com/Getting-Things-Done-Stress-Free-Productivity/dp/0143126563 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

23 Okt 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 3364: Daneika Glenn shares five habits to help you master fear and transform your life. From taking small, consistent steps to embracing discomfort, these practical strategies show that fear doesn't have to hold you back. By confronting worst-case scenarios and making fear an ally, you can begin to create the life you truly desire. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://learning2fly.org/5-habits-you-need-to-master-your-fears-and-leap-into-a-new-life/ Quotes to ponder: "You don't need to do the impossible by bedtime, but you do need to build habits that support you and increase your confidence." "Fear loses its grip on us if we are willing to embrace many new experiences, just for the fun of it." "It's not about big wins. It's about taking small steps consistently to win big." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

22 Okt 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 3363: Joshua Fields Millburn explores how jealousy is a destructive emotion, rooted in societal competition and consumer culture. He argues that we can choose not to experience jealousy, offering simple methods to eliminate it, ultimately leading to greater emotional well-being and freedom from comparison. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://www.theminimalists.com/jealousy/ & http://www.theminimalists.com/die/ Quotes to ponder: "Jealousy is ugly: it is never a way to express we care, it’s only a channel through which we broadcast our insecurities." "Jealousy, no matter how jealous we get, will never help." "Like our televisions, we can choose to turn it off." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

21 Okt 20248min