Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting

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Apr 10, 2025 • 7min

2549: As an Introverted Mom, I Often Have to Tell My Guilt to Shut Up by Kristi Pahr of Introvert Dear

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 2549: Kristi Pahr beautifully captures the emotional tightrope walked by introverted mothers who love their families deeply but crave solitude just as deeply. Her candid reflections remind us that taking time for yourself isn't selfish, it's essential for showing up with presence and love. A must-listen for anyone navigating the tension between devotion and depletion. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://introvertdear.com/news/to-be-the-best-mom-i-can-be-i-have-to-tell-my-guilt-to-shut-up/ Quotes to ponder: "At the end of the day, my dear family, your introverted mama just needs a minute." "She needs time to be the person she is, in addition to the person you need her to be." "To be the best mama I can be, I have to tell my guilt to shut up." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 9, 2025 • 11min

2548: It's Not Them, It's You: Changing the Way We React, Cope, and Communicate by Ali Cornish of Everthrive

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 2548: Ali Cornish challenges us to stop blaming others for our emotional reactions and start cultivating inner responsibility. Through self-awareness, mindful communication, and emotional ownership, she shows how we can build healthier, more compassionate relationships with ourselves and others. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://everthrive.org/blog/2018/5/9/its-not-them-its-you-changing-the-way-we-react-cope-and-communicate Quotes to ponder: "It's easy to blame others for how we feel, particularly when they've done something that triggers emotional pain." "Owning our experience gives us back our power." "When we communicate with honesty and compassion, we create space for healing - for ourselves and for others." Episode references: Brené Brown on Empathy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Evwgu369Jw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 8, 2025 • 9min

2547: 4 Toxic Behaviors that Tear Couples Apart by Angel Chernoff of Marc And Angel on Dating Advice

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 2547: Angel Chernoff breaks down the four toxic behaviors that quietly destroy even the strongest relationships, offering clear, compassionate insights drawn from years of real-life coaching. With practical tools and mindset shifts, she reveals how emotional presence, healthy communication, and mutual acceptance can transform daily conflicts into lasting connection. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://www.marcandangel.com/2015/03/05/4-toxic-behaviors-that-tear-couples-apart/ Quotes to ponder: "Complaints are fine. Disagreements are fine too. But when complaints and disagreements snowball into global attacks on the person, and not on their decisions or behavior, this spells trouble." "It's virtually impossible to resolve a relationship problem when the other person is constantly getting the message that you hate them." "Relationships don't always make sense, especially from the outside. So don't let outsiders run your relationship for you." Episode references: After the Honeymoon by Dan Wile: https://www.amazon.com/After-Honeymoon-Conflict-Improve-Relationship-Revised/dp/0979563909 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 7, 2025 • 7min

2546: The Things You Do for Me: How Your Partner's Investments Make You More Committed by Dr. Samantha Joel of Luvze

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 2546: Dr. Samantha Joel explores how a partner's emotional and practical investments, like moving cities or making daily sacrifices, not only boost their own commitment but also deepen their partner's commitment through feelings of gratitude. Her research reveals that such acts can strengthen bonds even in struggling relationships, offering both powerful potential and a cautionary tale for couples considering major decisions. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.luvze.com/the-things-you-do-for-me-how-your-partners-investments-make/ Quotes to ponder: "A highly invested partner is a partner worth committing to." "Participants who thought about their partners' investments subsequently felt the most committed to their relationships." "Investment decisions may be a double-edged sword, they may also motivate people to persevere even with chronically unfulfilling relationships." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 6, 2025 • 8min

2545: Is it a Bad Sign to Not Feel Passion When You're Engaged by Evan Marc Katz on Dating and Marriage Advice

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 2545: Evan Marc Katz challenges the myth that passion must define a great relationship, emphasizing that true compatibility and emotional safety often lead to deeper love over time. By distinguishing between compromise and settling, he urges readers to assess whether they're building a fulfilling life or simply avoiding loneliness because marrying someone who isn't your favorite person is a path to long-term dissatisfaction. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.evanmarckatz.com/blog/marriage/is-it-a-bad-sign-to-not-feel-passion-when-youre-engaged Quotes to ponder: "Compromise and settling both involve tradeoffs; the difference is how you feel about it afterward. You compromise your way into happiness. You settle your way into misery." "If you 'don't feel much' towards your fiancé, he shouldn't be your fiancé." "Good relationships get stronger over time. Bad relationships peak early and go downhill over time." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 6, 2025 • 11min

2544: Why Your Relationships Are More Important Than Money by Lisa Harrison of Mad Money Monster

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 2544: Lisa Harrison reflects on the deep emotional value of human connection during a solo road trip, revealing how our relationships, not our bank balances, define a meaningful life. She explores how friendships provide comfort in crisis, how memories outlast material things, and why time spent with loved ones is the most rewarding investment we can make. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://madmoneymonster.com/2018/05/29/why-your-relationships-are-way-more-important-than-money/ Quotes to ponder: "My thoughts automatically drifted to my relationships when given free reign. And it was wonderful." "What matters is that we have enough money to live comfortably and to enjoy each other and everyone else we choose to accept into our lives." "A wad of cash will never comfort you when you have a bad day or experience." Episode references: Harvard Study of Adult Development: https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2017/04/over-nearly-80-years-harvard-study-has-been-showing-how-to-live-a-healthy-and-happy-life/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 5, 2025 • 6min

2543: 10 Things My Mom Told Me as a Kid That Give Me Confidence as an Adult by Parent Co. of Gottman Institute

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 2543: Parent Co. shares a heartfelt tribute to the lasting impact of a mother's words, showing how consistent empathy, trust, and encouragement can shape a child's inner voice. This moving reflection highlights how nurturing emotional strength early on leads to lifelong confidence and self-belief. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.gottman.com/blog/10-things-mom-told-kid-give-confidence-adult/ Quotes to ponder: "My mom never told me what to do. She made my thoughts and feelings important by asking me about them." "I grew up believing that I could be proud of myself. And I am." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 4, 2025 • 9min

2542: How to Parent an Anxious Child AND How to Discipline a Teenager Who Makes Bad Decisions both by Dr. Laura Dabney

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 2542: Dr. Laura Dabney breaks down how to parent an anxious child and guide teens through poor decisions by finding the balance between over-controlling and hands-off approaches. Through honest conversations and shared problem-solving, parents can build trust, foster self-esteem, and help their children develop critical emotional skills for life. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.drldabney.com/article/how-to-parent-an-anxious-child/ & https://www.drldabney.com/article/how-to-discipline-a-teenager/ Quotes to ponder: "You only control yourself." "Start with their viewpoint, this will get them thinking." "Given your viewpoint, and my viewpoint, what are we going to do?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 3, 2025 • 8min

2541: 15 Mom Fails That Almost Every Mom Can Expect by Shawna Scafe of Simple on Purpose

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 2541: Shawna Scafe delivers a refreshingly honest and hilarious take on the common "fails" every mom is bound to face, from forgetting car seat buckles to sneak-eating chocolate in the pantry. With humor and heart, she reminds parents that imperfection is inevitable, but love and laughter are what truly shape family life. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://simpleonpurpose.ca/15-mom-fails/ Quotes to ponder: "You will screw up, you will feel horrible, but your kids will be alright." "Having kids short-circuits the feedback loop between your brain and - well everything." "But remember, your kids still think you are awesome." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 2, 2025 • 8min

2540: Rejection Cuts the Deepest AND True Love is Inexhaustible by Rosalyn Palmer

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 2540: Rosalyn Palmer explores the profound emotional impact of rejection and reveals how resilience is not about toughness but about preserving self-worth and love for oneself. She then turns inward to reflect on romantic relationships, showing that true love begins with becoming the kind of person you want to attract authentic, whole, and deeply self-aware. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://rosalynpalmer.com/rejection-cuts-the-deepest/ & https://rosalynpalmer.com/true-love-is-inexhaustible/ Quotes to ponder: "Rejection doesn't mean that you aren't good enough; It means the other person failed to notice what you have to offer." "Those who are truly bulletproof don't just bounce back from setbacks. They go a big step further and don't let criticism or nastiness in." "To have intimacy you need to Into Me See." Episode references: Chumbawamba – Tubthumping (YouTube video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2H5uWRjFsGc Dunning-Kruger Effect: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dunning–Kruger_effect Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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