Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting

Optimal Living Daily | Greg Audino

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Apr 27, 2025 • 8min

2569: Love Smarter by Learning When to Take a Break by Kerry Lusignan of Gottman on How to Improve Intimacy

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 2569: Kerry Lusignan offers a compelling guide to one of the most underrated yet transformative relationship skills: taking breaks during conflict the right way. Discover how mastering the timing, purpose, and reconnection process after arguments can deepen intimacy, reduce harm, and build emotional resilience between partners. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.gottman.com/blog/love-smarter-learning-take-break/ Quotes to ponder: "Breaks give you time to calm down, deepen your perspective, and have a successful 'do-over' with your partner." "Even if you are the one who initiated the space, it's not uncommon to find yourself feeling abandoned and rejected, or hyper-vigilant and self-protected." "Timeouts can't last forever. They play a crucial role in helping you shift into a more centered and open place as a couple." Episode references: The Northampton Center for Couples Therapy: https://www.northamptoncouplestherapy.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 27, 2025 • 10min

2568: Make Your Money Work Hard, So You Don't Have To by Victoria Sexton with Women Who Money

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 2568: Victoria Sexton highlights the financial power women already possess, and the urgency of putting that power to work. Despite earning less and often saving less, women statistically outperform men in investing, live longer, and are more likely to manage money solo later in life. This empowering read makes a clear case for why now is the time to invest more, trust your financial instincts, and build wealth with confidence. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://womenwhomoney.com/reasons-women-need-investments/ Quotes to ponder: "You can work less if your money works harder." "Even if you don't feel that you know everything there is to know about investing, feel confident in the fact that you're statistically already a better investor than the guy next door." "Put your oxygen mask on before helping others; the same goes for women and their money." Episode references: S&P 500 Performance Data (Historical): https://www.spglobal.com/spdji/en/indices/equity/sp-500/#overview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 26, 2025 • 6min

2567: From Advice to Authentic Connection by Shana Olmstead

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 2567: Shana Olmstead offers a compassionate guide for those caught in the cycle of giving unwanted advice, especially in close relationships. By shifting from a mindset of fixing to one of presence and curiosity, she shows how true support comes not from solutions, but from holding space for others to grow on their own terms. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://shanaolmstead.com/2022/03/14/from-advice-to-authentic-connection/ Quotes to ponder: "She didn't feel heard, and he felt annoyed at her not changing." "My presence is a blessing. All I have to do is listen and hold space for them. They are strong and capable." "Your authentic self knows their authentic self is a powerful soul, fully capable of evolving through whatever is happening in their lives right now." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 25, 2025 • 7min

2566: [Part 2] Ungrateful Child - 5 Ways to Combat Entitlement in Kids by Jen of This Time of Mine

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 2566: Jen emphasizes the power of teaching kids resilience and empathy by allowing them to experience life's ups and downs instead of shielding them from discomfort. By modeling gratitude, encouraging emotional awareness, and expanding their worldview, parents can help children shed entitlement and grow into emotionally intelligent, compassionate individuals. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://thistimeofmine.com/help-ungrateful-entitled-child/ Quotes to ponder: "Each time we support our kids through difficulty, rather than rescue them from it, we are helping them break free from a victim mentality so they can develop important life skills." "It's little things like these that help us move away from 'do what I say, not what I do,' and lead by example instead." "Helping our kids become more aware of the world around them will encourage them to move away from a shortage mindset so they can begin noticing the abundance in their own lives." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 24, 2025 • 6min

2565: [Part 1] Ungrateful Child - 5 Ways to Combat Entitlement in Kids by Jen of This Time of Mine on Parenting

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 2565: Jen of This Time of Mine highlights the growing issue of entitlement in children and the subtle ways it can show up in everyday behavior. She encourages parents to shift from shame to teaching by cultivating habits like responsibility, gratitude, and a strong family identity, laying the foundation for long-term appreciation and resilience. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://thistimeofmine.com/help-ungrateful-entitled-child/ Quotes to ponder: "The entitlement epidemic usually begins with over-parenting: over-indulging, over-protecting, over-pampering, over-praising, and jumping through hoops to meets kids' endless demands." "But let's be honest, shaming doesn't teach gratitude. Neither does punishment." "Gratitude is a learned behavior. Appreciation is a learned behavior. And contentment is a learned behavior." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 23, 2025 • 7min

2564: Still Love Your Ex? How To Move On Anyway by Eddie Corbano of Loves A Game on Emotional Freedom

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 2564: Eddie Corbano explores the hidden emotional trap he calls the "Love Barrier," the complex mix of fear, ego, and loneliness that keeps you attached to your ex even when the relationship has ended. By recognizing selfish love, embracing acceptance, and rewriting your self-narrative, you can begin to move forward with clarity, confidence, and real emotional freedom. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://lovesagame.com/still-love-your-ex/ Quotes to ponder: "But I love him/her so much." The "Love Barrier." "Real unconditional altruistic love gives your Ex space." "You are confident, you smile, and you feel attractive." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 22, 2025 • 8min

2563: How Can You Change Your Boyfriend Without Him Getting Insulted by Evan Marc Katz

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 2563: Evan Marc Katz unpacks the delicate dance between offering feedback and unintentionally pushing a partner away, showing how even well-meaning comments can feel like rejections. By highlighting the power of empathy, timing, and emotional language, he reveals how to build deeper trust instead of resentment. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.evanmarckatz.com/blog/communication/how-can-you-change-your-boyfriend-without-him-getting-insulted-2 Quotes to ponder: "Constructive criticism is given for the benefit of the recipient. Destructive criticism is given for the benefit of the speaker." "What he hears: 'She doesn't love me the way I am.'" "We change because WE discover that something is wrong and we want to make it right." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 21, 2025 • 8min

2562: How to Communicate in a Relationship, Illustrated by One Very Good Convo by Kylee Lessard of A Blue Sky Mind

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 2562: Kylee Lessard shares a raw and relatable story about how one intentional conversation with her partner transformed their approach to communication. By creating space for honesty, practicing mutual respect, and negotiating needs with love, she illustrates how couples can build a foundation that strengthens connection even when challenges persist. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.ablueskymind.com/blog/how-to-communicate-in-a-relationship Quotes to ponder: "Sometimes, I want your attention and feel neglected when you choose to work instead of spend time with me." "He wanted to open the floor for a conversation about how we'd manage the upcoming strain of his job change together." "We both left the conversation feeling more connected." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 20, 2025 • 10min

2561: Why You Can't Replace Analog Companionship with Digital Connection by Dr. Kelly Flanagan

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 2561: Dr. Kelly Flanagan explores the emotional paradox of our hyper-connected digital age, where the illusion of belonging masks an underlying loneliness. Through heartfelt reflections and vivid metaphors, he illustrates why only face-to-face, imperfect, and embodied relationships can truly satisfy our deep need for connection. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://drkellyflanagan.com/why-you-cant-replace-analog-companionship-with-digital-connection/ Quotes to ponder: "Digital connection is like chocolate chips in the pancake recipe of life. It is tasty and tempting to consume by the bagful." "Analog companionship has flesh and blood in its code, not 1s and 0s. It has salt in its tears, not pixels." "Out of habit, I reached for my phone. No signal. I left my digital crowd upstream. I paddled. I looked around." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 20, 2025 • 9min

2560: Create a Superhealth Community by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Mindful Awareness and Healthy Habits

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 2560: Leo Babauta outlines a minimalist, habit-based approach to achieving extraordinary health without relying on extreme diets, exhausting routines, or expensive systems. By focusing on simplicity, gradual change, and mindful awareness, he offers a sustainable way to build energy, clarity, and long-term well-being. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://zenhabits.net/superhealth/ Quotes to ponder: "Superhealth isn't something you need to chase or find in a bottle, it's already within you, waiting to be uncovered." "Start simple. Get moving. Eat whole foods. Rest." "When you strip away the nonessential, what's left is space, space to breathe, move, live." Episode references: Atomic Habits: https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits The Blue Zones: https://www.bluezones.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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