Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting

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Nov 4, 2024 • 8min

2370: Creating a Harmonized Home to Attract Love by Karen Stanley on Dating Advice & Healthy Relationships

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 2370: Karen Stanley shares how creating harmony and order in your home can positively influence your emotional well-being and even help attract love. By decluttering and organizing, you not only reduce stress but also boost confidence and self-worth, which radiates into all areas of life. Small steps towards tidiness can create a space that feels inviting, peaceful, and supportive of new love. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://mrskarenstanley.com/creating-a-harmonized-home-to-attract-love/ Quotes to ponder: "One of the secrets for finding love is feeling good in your current home, no matter what your home looks like." "Like always attracts like, so if there is disarray in your home, you will attract disarray." "Creating harmony in your home is not something to be stressed out about. Harmony in your home is an ongoing gift you give yourself." Episode references: Calm app: https://www.calm.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Nov 3, 2024 • 7min

2369: Is it OK to Snoop in Your Partner's Email by Michelle of Love's A Game on Creating Trust in A Partnership

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 2369: Michelle from Love's A Game discusses the pitfalls of snooping in a partner's email, emphasizing that it's not about trust but respecting privacy. She explains how snooping can become addictive and highlights the importance of open communication and confronting suspicions directly to build a healthier, more trusting relationship. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://lovesagame.com/is-it-ok-to-snoop-in-your-partners-email/ Quotes to ponder: "Even if you had no reason to feel suspicious, for most habitual snoopers, once they start, they can't stop." "Snooping is a symptom of a relationship with poor communication and trust issues." "The best thing you can do is bring up your issues, talk them out, ask the questions you want to ask." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Nov 3, 2024 • 8min

2368: Man Overboard - When Others in Your Space are Not on Board with Minimalism by Cheryl Smith with No Sidebar

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 2368: Cheryl Smith reflects on the challenge of embracing minimalism when loved ones, like her mother-in-law, have a deeply ingrained attachment to their possessions. Drawing from personal experiences, she emphasizes the importance of patience, kindness, and respecting others' journeys, especially when their clutter provides emotional comfort. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nosidebar.com/man-overboard/ Quotes to ponder: "Emotional scars are sometimes covered by an abundance of stuff, and physical possessions are often purchased and kept as a security blanket source of comfort." "The same atmosphere that vexes your spirit and induces anxiety may be someone else's comfort zone." "At the end of the day, on board or overboard, relationships are what matter most." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Nov 2, 2024 • 7min

2367: An Age-By-Age Guide to Helping Kids Manage Emotions by Sanya Pelini with The Gottman Institute on Raising Children 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 2367: Emotional development in children evolves with age, and how caregivers respond to their feelings plays a key role in shaping emotional intelligence. Sanya Pelini outlines strategies to help kids identify, understand, and manage their emotions, from infancy to childhood, emphasizing the importance of validation and modeling appropriate emotional responses. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.gottman.com/blog/age-age-guide-helping-kids-manage-emotions/ Quotes to ponder: "How we react to our kids' emotions has an impact on the development of their emotional intelligence." "Naming emotions also helps toddlers learn that emotions are normal." "Kids who feel safe are more likely to develop and use appropriate emotion regulation skills to deal with difficult feelings." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Nov 1, 2024 • 10min

2366: The Worried Child and 3 Little Shifts for Parenting by Ingrid Y Helander on Raising Emotionally Healthy 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 2366: When a child struggles with chronic worry, parents often feel helpless and frustrated. Ingrid Y. Helander shares three practical shifts parents can adopt to better support their anxious child, including recognizing that worry is just one part of the child, staying calm in the face of anxiety, and offering help when the child is ready. These techniques foster a more compassionate and effective approach to managing childhood anxiety. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ingridyhelanderlmft.com/the-worried-child-and-3-little-shifts-for-parenting/ Quotes to ponder: "Like happiness or frustration, worry tends to build on itself: more worry creates more worry." "Teach your child about their feelings as normal parts of a healthy nervous system." "Be patient with yourself in the meantime, and take small breaks to calm and center." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 31, 2024 • 9min

2365: Three (Better) Ways to Share the Housework AND Breakfast, Dinner, Bedtime: Mastering The Mindful Transition by Julie Morgenstern

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 2365: Families thrive when household duties are shared equitably, yet moms often carry an outsized burden of "emotional labor." Julie Morgenstern offers practical strategies for redistributing these tasks among all family members, emphasizing that running a household should be a communal responsibility. From tackling dinner dishes together to holding everyone accountable for their chores, she provides insightful ways to create a balanced and cooperative home life. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.juliemorgenstern.com/tips-tools-blog/2018/9/19/how-to-re-distribute-household-logistics & https://www.juliemorgenstern.com/tips-tools-blog/2018/6/5/breakfast-dinner-bedtime-mastering-the-mindful-transition Quotes to ponder: "Sharing this one simple, daily chore is a gateway to sharing the burden of more complex responsibilities." "This is about so much more than doing the damn dishes. It's about families taking care of each other, by honoring your shared space, time and goals." "The agreements are null and void if that happens. If someone skips out, the whole family suffers the consequences." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 30, 2024 • 7min

2364: An Open Letter to the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and All Other Newly Wed Couples by Lisa Merlo-Booth on 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 2364: Lisa Merlo-Booth shares heartfelt advice for newlyweds, using the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge as a prime example of the pressures faced by couples in the public eye. She emphasizes the importance of emotional safety, setting boundaries, and prioritizing the marriage over external expectations, offering practical steps to cultivate a strong, loving relationship amid life's challenges. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://lisamerlobooth.com/an-open-letter-to-the-duke-and-duchess-of-cambridgeand-all-other-newly-wed-couples/ Quotes to ponder: "Marriage is not a sprint; it is a marathon that requires consistent effort, care, and attention." "Learning to be emotionally safe with one another is imperative to the health of your marriage." "It's essential that both partners stand together, protect their union, and create a space where they each feel loved and supported." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 29, 2024 • 6min

2363: How To Leave Old Relationships In The Past by Irene Elias of Self Love Junkie on Mental Health & 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 2363: Irene Elias from SelfLoveJunkie.com highlights the importance of healing and learning from past relationships. By shedding emotional baggage, embracing self-love, and not letting fear hold you back, you can open yourself to healthier future relationships. Her tips guide you toward emotional growth, helping you avoid comparing new partners with past ones, and find love from a place of wisdom and self-worth. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://selflovejunkie.com/how-to-leave-old-relationships-in-the-past/ Quotes to ponder: "Relationships are only a failure if we don't learn from them." "To heal, you'll have to make amends with your past relationship, forgive yourself or your ex-lover and move on." "You're not the same person, and therefore your point of attraction will be different." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 28, 2024 • 8min

2362: Which Do You Prioritize: Urgent or Important AND What is Self-Connection by Kristine Klussman on Mindful Relationships

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 2362: Kristine Klussman highlights the distinction between urgent and important tasks, explaining how we often prioritize the former, leaving the latter neglected. She encourages a focus on non-urgent, meaningful activities such as creative pursuits, personal reflection, and nurturing relationships that bring lasting fulfillment, even though their benefits aren't immediately measurable. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.kristineklussman.com/prioritize-urgent-important/ & https://www.kristineklussman.com/what-is-self-connection/ Quotes to ponder: "We hardly ever make the time for the kinds of activities that have the biggest impact on life satisfaction: the ones that are truly important." "Yet ignoring these important activities to address only urgent matters is a recipe for an unsatisfying existence." "The key to authentic connection is tending to these important activities regularly, despite the many urgent demands on our time." Episode references: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: https://www.amazon.com/Habits-Highly-Effective-People/dp/0743269519 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 27, 2024 • 6min

2361: Simple Living with My Little One by Jennifer of Simply Fiercely on Motherhood & 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 2361: Jennifer from SimplyFiercely.com shares her reflections on how becoming a mother has reshaped her approach to simple living. She discusses the power of letting go of perfectionism, embracing limits, and staying mindful as she navigates the joys and challenges of raising a newborn. Through these changes, she discovers a newfound calm and presence in the little moments of everyday life. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.simplyfiercely.com/simple-living-little-one/ Quotes to ponder: "Finally accepting I can't do it all is truly a gift." "I'm finally really learning good enough is just that - good enough!" "So instead of worrying, I take pleasure in the little moments happening right now." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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