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Dec 17, 2024 • 9min

2419: Living In An Antisocial Society by Kristena Eden of Core Living Essentials on Challenges of Making Friends

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 2419: Kristena Eden offers a thoughtful exploration of the challenges of making friends in a mobile, sometimes isolating society. She emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, reasonable expectations, and fostering empathy to connect with others while managing the emotional toll of rejection and loneliness. Her advice provides actionable steps to build fulfilling relationships and navigate societal barriers with grace. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://corelivingessentials.com/living-in-an-antisocial-society/ Quotes to ponder: "Your value does not depend on their ability to be a friend." "We are all more than just our online reputation or more than what we even may appear." "The world and its people are beautiful in part due to the amazing variety." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 16, 2024 • 7min

2418: Suddenly Out of Love - How Did it Happen by Eddie Corbano of Love's A Game on Authentic Healthy Partnerships

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 2418 Eddie Corbano explains the mystery behind why people fall out of love, emphasizing that it's rarely sudden but instead rooted in unmet expectations, mistaken feelings, or mistreatment. By fostering realistic expectations and being authentic from the beginning, we can create healthier, more enduring relationships. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://lovesagame.com/suddenly-out-of-love-how-did-it-happen/ Quotes to ponder: "Nobody loses his love overnight." "A high expectation of true love and a distorted romantic view of the ideal concept of love can disturb the view to having a fulfilling and healthy relationship." "We have to have realistic expectations about love and relationships, and most of all we have to be who we are right from the beginning." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 15, 2024 • 8min

2417: 4 Steps to Help Your Highly Sensitive Child With Separation Anxiety by Kelly Eden with Highly Sensitive Refuge

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 2417: Kelly Eden provides a compassionate and practical guide for parents of highly sensitive children grappling with separation anxiety. She explains why this behavior is normal and offers four effective steps to ease drop-offs, fostering resilience and emotional growth in children while helping parents feel confident and capable. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://highlysensitiverefuge.com/highly-sensitive-child-separation-anxiety/ Quotes to ponder: "You're sad because you want me to stay. I'll be back in two hours. I can't wait to hear what you did today." "That screaming, crying, highly sensitive child attached to our ankles is learning that they are a person who can handle what life throws at them." "Highly sensitive children are the ones that grow up to defend the weak and point out the injustices in the world." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 15, 2024 • 8min

2416: Living Life Looking Forward by Cheryl Smith on Letting Go of Sentimental Possessions and Decluttering

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 2416: Cheryl Smith explores the emotional challenges of letting go of sentimental possessions and the liberating power of shifting focus toward the future. By releasing items that tether us to the past, she reveals how we can foster a lighter, more joyful existence filled with gratitude for the present and anticipation for what lies ahead. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nosidebar.com/living-life-looking-forward/ Quotes to ponder: "Sentimental things are tethering me to the past. They are beginning to feel like an anchor holding me back from fully embracing the now and what is to come." "When an item evokes more sadness than happiness, it no longer deserves a place in my life." "It feels good to shed what is no longer healthy. From now on, I want to live life looking forward." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 14, 2024 • 6min

2415: The Do's and Don'ts of a Parent-Child Relationship by Dr. Laura Dabney on Self-Feflection and Constructive Communication

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 2415: Dr. Laura Dabney outlines practical strategies for fostering a respectful parent-child relationship by emphasizing self-reflection and constructive communication. Instead of demanding respect, she advocates guiding children to express their emotions verbally, modeling respectful behavior, and addressing underlying issues contributing to disrespectful actions. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.drldabney.com/article/the-dos-and-donts-of-a-parent-child-relationship/ Quotes to ponder: "Demanding respect isn't very helpful to the parent-child relationship. Doing this will cause you to miss the opportunity to see how you are fostering this behavior in your child." "The irony of all irony is demanding respect is disrespectful. Demanding anything from anybody is disrespectful." "A parent's job is to raise a man or woman who can handle relationships well." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 13, 2024 • 7min

2414: Five Lessons Maternity Has Taught Me by Leni Dawson with No Sidebar on Parenting 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 2414: Leni Dawson reflects on how maternity has reshaped her perspective, revealing life lessons about impermanence, organization, presence, realistic goal-setting, and the value of "empty time." These insights emphasize mindfulness and adaptability, offering practical wisdom that extends far beyond parenting. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nosidebar.com/five-lessons-maternity/ Quotes to ponder: "Every state is temporary. Enjoy what you can. Take away what you can." "Being organized allows me to be present in the moment, to deal with what is actually going on." "This empty time, while seemingly unproductive or even leisurely, has given me better ideas and solutions than I ever had just sitting at my desk." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 12, 2024 • 7min

2413: 8 Reasons Being a Stay At Home Mom is Better Than Being At Work 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 2413: Shawna Scafe's relatable and humorous take on stay-at-home motherhood sheds light on why this choice can be fulfilling despite its challenges. From the freedom to craft her day to the joy of being present for her kids' fleeting childhood years, she celebrates the perks and meaningful moments of life at home over the structured demands of an office job. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://simpleonpurpose.ca/reasons-sahm-better-than-working/ Quotes to ponder: "Motherhood looks like seasons. Even within every day, there are high highs and low lows." "This is the life I wanted to live rather than the living I wanted to earn." "Being a stay-at-home doesn't make me a martyr, a hero, or a watered-down, impassive version of myself living in sweatpants." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 11, 2024 • 7min

2412: Why the Right One May Not Initially Look Like the Right One by Dr. Diana Kirschner of Love in 90 Days

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 2412: Dr. Diana Kirschner reveals how breaking free from familiar dating patterns can lead to surprising and fulfilling relationships. By dating outside your usual type, you open up to partners who might not initially seem like "the one" but can offer lasting love and security. Through her advice, discover how challenging your comfort zone can transform your approach to finding true connection. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://lovein90days.com/why-the-right-one-may-not-initially-look-like-the-right-one/ Quotes to ponder: "Love almost always comes in a surprise package; most people do not end up with the kind of person they imagine for themselves." "What feels right isn't necessarily right. That's why I highly encourage you to date against type." "Focus instead on how YOU FEEL when you're with the guy. When you're dating the Right One, you'll feel free to be yourself." Episode references: Love in 90 Days by Dr. Diana Kirschner: https://www.amazon.com/Love-90-Days-Essential-Finding/dp/1546084894 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 10, 2024 • 9min

2411: Self-Confidence in Relationships AND Moving from Defensiveness to Accountability by Lisa Merlo-Booth

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 2411: Lisa Merlo-Booth explores two key relationship lessons: embracing self-confidence by celebrating personal achievements without shrinking to please others and fostering accountability by overcoming defensiveness in conflicts. These insights empower individuals to cultivate deeper, healthier connections by embracing authenticity and courage in both triumphs and mistakes. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://lisamerlobooth.com/moving-from-defensiveness-to-accountability/ & https://lisamerlobooth.com/are-you-throwing-yourself-under-the-bus-to-help-others-feel-better/ Quotes to ponder: "Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you." "The strongest, healthiest, and most courageous human beings are those who own their mistakes and do whatever is necessary to relationally fix the hurt or fallout that resulted." "As we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 9, 2024 • 9min

2410: When Your Ex is Dating Someone Else and it Hurts (and How to Move On) by Melissa Josue of Melissa the Love Coach

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 2410: Melissa Josue provides heartfelt advice to a reader struggling with the pain of seeing an ex move on. She emphasizes the importance of focusing on one's vision for a fulfilling relationship rather than fixating on the past. By reframing heartbreak as a step toward creating the love you truly deserve, Melissa encourages self-empowerment and the courage to move forward. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://melissathelovecoach.com/when-your-ex-is-dating-someone-else-and-it-hurts/ Quotes to ponder: "Focus on your vision for the kind of relationship that you want, not the man." "Your vision, your dream, is always within your domain. It's always within your control." "You might not have the man you had your heart set on, but the dream for the kind of relationship that you truly want still lives." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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