Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting

Optimal Living Daily | Greg Audino

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Feb 18, 2025 • 6min

2491: Do You Stay or Do You Go by Evan Marc Katz on How to Spot Red Flags and 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 2491: Evan Marc Katz breaks down the difference between forgivable slip-ups and true red flags in dating. By shifting your focus to the bigger picture, you'll learn to recognize which behaviors are momentary lapses and which signal deeper incompatibility, making your dating decisions clearer and more confident. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.evanmarckatz.com/blog/letting-go/do-you-stay-or-do-you-go Quotes to ponder: "We ALL have lapses when someone could judge us harshly." "The couples that make it are the ones who don't sweat the small stuff; and don't tolerate the big stuff." "A guy who finds other women attractive doesn't necessarily have a character flaw. He's a man. He's attracted to other women. But if he's going home with you, you probably shouldn't care too much." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Feb 17, 2025 • 8min

2490: Facial Dingleberries: A Lesson in Receiving by Kat Medina on How to Be Generous

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 2490: Sharing a meal with strangers in a remote Burmese village taught Kat Medina a powerful lesson: true generosity is given freely, without expectation. In a world where many struggle to accept kindness without feeling indebted, embracing the act of receiving can create deep connections and mutual joy. By letting go of pride and allowing others the pleasure of giving, we open ourselves to a richer, more meaningful experience of human connection. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thejoysofjetlag.com/article?id=myanmarmeal Quotes to ponder: "By attempting to politely refuse what someone is offering, we aren't just rejecting the gift from the giver, we are denying them the joy of giving." "To receive is to create connection. And through connection, you are able to cultivate presence, gratitude, and joy." "A magical thing happens over food. It acts as a modality for togetherness." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Feb 16, 2025 • 7min

2489: You Answer This Question Wrong 10 Times a Day. Hear Why It Matters. By Dr. Allison Niebes-Davis

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 2489: Answering "How are you?" with a surface-level response might seem harmless, but Dr. Allison Niebes-Davis reveals how this everyday exchange holds a powerful opportunity for connection. By practicing small moments of vulnerability, tailoring your responses based on the relationship, you can deepen friendships, foster authenticity, and create meaningful interactions. A simple shift in how you answer this common question can lead to greater connection in your daily life. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://drallisonanswers.com/relationships/you-answer-this-question-wrong-10-times-a-day-hear-why-it-matters/ Quotes to ponder: "How you answer this question has the power to dramatically change your relationships, deepen your friendships, and help you feel more connected to the people around you." "When someone asks, 'Hey, how are you?' and you answer, 'Good, fine, or ok,' you're literally telling the other person nothing about you." "In a day and age where we have a million different devices and demands that keep us disconnected, being intentional about connection is critical." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Feb 16, 2025 • 8min

2488: How to Encourage Loved Ones to Eat Better

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 2488: Encouraging a loved one to adopt healthier eating habits requires patience, empathy, and understanding their motivations. Dr. Neal Malik explains how to shift the conversation from demands and guilt to open dialogue and empowerment. By identifying what truly inspires them and making small, manageable changes, you can help guide them toward sustainable progress without resistance. Quotes to ponder: "The need to be known, to have our experience understood and accepted by someone who listens, is food and drink to the human heart." "Instead of trying to force them to change, listen to their wants and desires - show that you care about their goals and motivations." "Everyone is motivated by something; we just need to find what that motivation is and use it to empower them." Episode references: The Lost Art of Listening by Michael P. Nichols: https://www.amazon.com/Lost-Art-Listening-Second-Edition/dp/1593859864 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Feb 15, 2025 • 9min

2487: Social Skills For Girls AND Why You Can Trust Your Parenting Instincts by Adina Soclof of Parenting Simply

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 2487: Adina Soclof highlights the importance of listening to our daughters without judgment, giving them space to process their feelings and develop their own solutions. She also reassures parents that while external advice can be valuable, trusting their instincts is key so long as they remain open to reflection and growth. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://parentingsimply.com/social-skills-girls-manage-friendships/ & https://parentingsimply.com/trust-your-parenting-instincts/ Quotes to ponder: "People who know how to choose good friends look for steady confidantes, and people who like you for who you really are." "When we empathize with our daughters and reflect back what they are saying, they can hear themselves think, they are also more likely to come to their own conclusions on how to manage their own social situations." "If a parenting blog's advice doesn't feel right for you or for your kids, it probably isn't. Trust your gut." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Feb 14, 2025 • 6min

2486: Should 'Happy Kids' Be Our Parenting Goal 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 2486: Shawna Scafe challenges the idea that a "happy child" equals successful parenting, emphasizing the importance of guiding children through discomfort rather than shielding them from it. By fostering contentment and resilience instead of an endless pursuit of happiness, both parents and kids can develop emotional stability and a healthier outlook on life. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://simpleonpurpose.ca/happy-kids-content-kids/ Quotes to ponder: "You're fine,' 'get over it', these are for my comfort. My ultimate comfort as a parent is a happy, cooperative, occupied child. But does a happy kid mean I'm a successful parent?" "Contentment is a life skill that will likely make us more emotionally stable, successful, and capable than the pursuit of happiness." "We don't have to fix everything: right away, the best way, the happiest way. We can all be a little uncomfortable sometimes, and that is okay." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Feb 13, 2025 • 6min

2485: Total Guide for New Mompreneurs. How to Start Your Business From Home by Morgan Rose Elliott with The Fun Sized Life

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 2485: Morgan Rose Elliott breaks down the essentials of becoming a successful mompreneur, from developing a solid business idea to managing finances, targeting the right audience, and maintaining a structured schedule. Most importantly, she emphasizes the need to balance work with family time, proving that moms don't have to choose between their dreams and their loved ones. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com/business-mom/ Quotes to ponder: "A good organization and a comprehensive plan will help you get started. Pay attention to every detail of your business and think twice before you make a decision that will make you step off your course." "Even though your schedule for the week is packed, you need to free up your schedule and make some time for your family." "Being a mompreneur is about finding a healthy balance between your business and family." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Feb 12, 2025 • 7min

2484: Power and Powelessness by Keith Wilson on Embracing Grace

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 2484: Keith Wilson explores how power intoxicates, creating a cycle where both the powerful and powerless lose their humanity. True strength lies in resisting this cycle, embracing grace, and meeting others with courage and love, even at the risk of vulnerability. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://keithrwilson.medium.com/power-and-powerlessness-c79f47f91739 Quotes to ponder: "Power, taken to the extreme, will kill; but it doesn't need to kill to have an effect." "The truth is, you don't possess power; power possesses you." "There are luminous moments, scattered here and there, in which you are in possession of your soul." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Feb 11, 2025 • 9min

2483: The Case Against Extravagant Weddings by Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist

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 2483: Joshua Becker highlights the hidden downsides of lavish ceremonies, from financial strain and added stress to the overlooked importance of preparing for marriage itself. A simpler wedding not only saves money but also fosters a more meaningful, joyful celebration - one focused on love rather than excess. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.becomingminimalist.com/the-case-against-extravagant-weddings/ Quotes to ponder: "A wedding is an important day and a significant moment in time. It signifies the day we commit the rest of our lives to another human being to love, cherish, and honor until death do us part." "Extravagant weddings result in increased stress and distraction. Wedding days are stressful enough adding dozens of unnecessary frills and expenses makes them even more so." "Marital happiness has nothing to do with your wedding ceremony. It has everything to do with the weeks and years and life together after." Episode references: The Hope Effect: https://www.hopeeffect.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Feb 10, 2025 • 7min

2482: When Home Changes by Shelby Forsythia on How to Navigate Loss

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 2482: Shelby Forsythia explores how grief reshapes our sense of home not just physically, but emotionally forcing us to say goodbye to the comfort and stability we once knew. With deep compassion, she acknowledges the painful process of adjusting to a "new home" that will never quite be the same, while offering solace to those navigating this silent but profound loss. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://medium.com/transform-the-pain/when-home-changes-55347f69aa61 Quotes to ponder: "Home is a lot of things for us. It's a place. It's a collection of people. It even acts as a reference point for our lives, on our mental timeline and geographically." "When you return home again after you've lost someone, you have to say hello to all of the things that have risen up in place of what used to be there. And you have to say goodbye to everything that you've lost and are continuing to lose." "If you're in it right now, my hearts, I'm sorry. We don't expect to lose our feelings of home in grief but when we do that's just one more thing we have to add to the pile of things to mourn, things that we'll never get back." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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