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Dec 26, 2024 • 8min

2429: Raising Emotionally Healthy Kids Part One by Shana Olmstead on How To Foster Emotional Health in Children

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 2429: Shana Olmstead explores how conscious parenting can foster emotional health in children by addressing inherited emotional patterns and cultivating open communication. She shares practical tips, including respecting children as individuals, maintaining a lighthearted energy, and encouraging discussions about emotions, emphasizing the profound impact of parents' inner work on their children's emotional resilience and future relationships. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://shanaolmstead.com/2020/05/26/raising-emotionally-healthy-kids-part-one/ Quotes to ponder: "Kids are people too! They are individuals that deserve to be respected and honored, even while we have to make them clean their rooms!" "The feelings stay stuck inside if they are not expressed. And expressing them doesn't kill us!" "Doing your own internal work is the absolute best parenting tool you can have!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 25, 2024 • 9min

2428: 3 Ways to Set Clear Boundaries When You're Grieving by Reid Peterson of Grief Refuge on How To Navigate Vulnerability

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 2428: Reid Peterson shares practical strategies for setting boundaries while grieving, offering tools to navigate vulnerability and find healing. Learn how to state your needs, confidently say yes or no, and honor your need for privacy, all while embracing self-compassion during your journey through loss. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://medium.com/wholistique/3-ways-to-set-clear-boundaries-when-youre-grieving-7a06141c1a6 Quotes to ponder: "State your needs rather than asking for them to be met. It keeps you empowered and sets boundaries with others." "Say yes only when it feels like an absolute yes. Trust that your boundaries help you heal." "Time alone is a sacred space necessary for your grieving process - it's where you self-nurture, care for, and love yourself." Episode references: Center for Loss & Life Transition: https://www.centerforloss.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 24, 2024 • 9min

2427: Read This When You're Feeling Unloved & Unsure about Yourself by Irene Elias of Self Love Junkie on Self-Compassion

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 2427: Irene Elias reminds us that feeling unloved or uncertain is often tied to forgetting our innate worth and beauty. Through heartfelt insights and an empowering perspective, she inspires a renewed sense of self-compassion, urging us to embrace our imperfections and cherish our unique journey. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://selflovejunkie.com/read-this-when-youre-feeling-unloved-unsure-about-yourself-youre-not-this-will-help/ Quotes to ponder: "You are not your pain, your mistakes, or your past these are just layers to your story, not the essence of who you are." "The love you crave starts with you; it's the kind of love that holds space for all of who you are." "Let go of the need for validation from others and trust in the beautiful soul you already are." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 23, 2024 • 7min

2426: Do You Think About a Future Before There's a Present by Evan Marc Katz on Projecting while Dating

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 2426: Evan Marc Katz highlights how projecting into the future too quickly in relationships can sabotage genuine connection. He urges a mindful approach to dating by focusing on the present and letting relationships unfold naturally, rather than being ruled by fear or overly cautious rules stemming from past experiences. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.evanmarckatz.com/blog/dating-tips-advice/do-you-think-about-a-future-before-theres-a-present Quotes to ponder: "Putting your future first is sabotaging your ability to form strong connections AND causing you to get hurt unnecessarily." "My overall message is that you have to let the relationship play itself out at an organic pace, instead of trying to look into the future." "You may think you're being smart by gathering information to protect yourself, but all it does is drive most men away." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 22, 2024 • 9min

2425: Pain Is Inevitable; Suffering Is Optional by Richard Paterson of Think Less and Grow Rich on How To Transform Adversity Into Growth

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 2425: This thought-provoking piece explores the distinction between pain and suffering, emphasizing that while pain is a natural part of life, suffering is shaped by how we respond to challenges. With insights on shifting perspective and embracing resilience, it offers actionable wisdom to transform adversity into growth. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thinklessandgrowrich.com/pain-is-inevitable-suffering-is-optional/ Quotes to ponder: "Suffering is what we add to pain by resisting it, denying it, or attaching to it in unhealthy ways." "Pain tells us something has changed; it's a signal, not a sentence." "You can't control the storm, but you can choose how to navigate through it." Episode references: Man's Search for Meaning: https://www.amazon.com/Mans-Search-Meaning-Viktor-Frankl/dp/080701429X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 22, 2024 • 8min

2424: Do You Have An Emergency List For Your Family by Michelle Schroeder-Gardner of Making Sense of Cents

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 2424: Michelle Schroeder-Gardner highlights the critical importance of creating a financial emergency response plan to safeguard your family during unexpected events. By organizing essential documents, keeping them securely stored, and ensuring loved ones know how to access them, you can provide peace of mind and prevent added stress in challenging times. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.makingsenseofcents.com/2015/06/financial-emergency-list-for-an-emergency-response-plan.html Quotes to ponder: "It's best to keep a financial emergency response plan of everything just in case something were to happen, even if it's something no one ever wants to think about." "Collecting all of this information is not enough. You will want to go over everything with the person who would be next in charge after you, as they may have questions about how to access certain accounts." "Having all your stuff organized is going to be a huge help to your loved ones, who will likely need to figure this stuff out during a very emotional time." Episode references: Family Emergency Binder by Smart Money Mamas: https://smartmoneymamas.com/family-emergency-binder In Case of Emergency Binder: https://emergencybinders.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 21, 2024 • 9min

2423: The 11 Life Lessons It Turns Out I've Taught My Six Kids by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Mindfulness, Patience, and Simplicity

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 2423: Leo Babauta distills profound lessons on mindfulness, patience, and simplicity through deeply personal and practical insights. Learn how small, consistent shifts in perspective can bring clarity and fulfillment to your daily life. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://zenhabits.net/lessons Quotes to ponder: "Life's lessons are not something we master, but something we practice daily." "Patience is learning to sit in the discomfort of uncertainty with an open heart." "Mindfulness is the act of slowing down enough to truly see what is in front of you." Episode references: Wherever You Go, There You Are: https://www.amazon.com/Wherever-You-There-Are-Mindfulness/dp/1401307787 The Miracle of Mindfulness: https://www.amazon.com/Miracle-Mindfulness-Introduction-Meditation/dp/0807012394 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
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Dec 20, 2024 • 8min

2422: Teaching Life Skills to Your Children by Lisa Aberle with Get Rich Slowly on Fostering Independence for Kids

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 2422: Lisa Aberle emphasizes the importance of equipping children with critical life skills, such as problem-solving and negotiation, to foster independence and resilience. By teaching kids to navigate challenges creatively and collaboratively in a safe environment, parents can prepare them for real-world decisions, boosting their confidence and ability to think independently. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.getrichslowly.org/teaching-life-skills-to-your-children/ Quotes to ponder: "Practice, while it may not make perfect, will definitely improve their skills." "Ask open-ended questions, and show that many times, there is more than one way to do things." "When my kids feel they have a voice, that their opinion matters, they usually are more willing to listen." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 19, 2024 • 8min

2421: Parenting a Middle Schooler: Have a Laugh on Me: Even Psychologists Struggle by Jodie Eckleberry-Hunt

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 2421: Jodie Eckleberry-Hunt humorously chronicles the chaos of navigating her son's middle school experience, showcasing the overwhelming demands modern parents face. Through the mishaps and realizations, she finds perspective, embracing imperfection and recognizing the resilience and capability of her children while striving for balance. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://medium.com/@jeckleberryhunt/parenting-a-middle-schooler-have-a-laugh-on-me-even-psychologists-struggle-a96a00059268 Quotes to ponder: "All I have is influence. Attempts to control come at a high cost." "How is he supposed to learn how to manage himself if I am always doing it for him?" "Kids are amazing people, capable of amazing things (lest we forget)." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 18, 2024 • 8min

2420: Are My Expectations Too High by Alysha Jeney of Modern Love Counseling on Self-Love and Authentic Connections

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 2420: Alysha Jeney challenges us to explore the roots of our expectations in relationships, distinguishing between healthy standards and unhealthy projections. By reflecting on our patterns and practicing self-love, we can nurture more authentic connections and ensure our needs are met in constructive ways. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.modernlovecounseling.com/are-my-expectations-too-high/ Quotes to ponder: "Are we settling if we find ourselves in a relationship with someone that tries their best to tend to our emotional needs, or are we just being too picky?" "If you demand a lot from others, you need to start focusing on patience and compassion for others' complicated journeys." "You are subconsciously expecting others to provide you with something they are incapable of giving you fully." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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