Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting

Optimal Living Daily | Greg Audino

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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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Oct 27, 2024 • 9min

2360: Building Positive Body Image and Self-Esteem: Lessons From Motherhood by Crystal Karges on Parenting Lessons

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 2360: Crystal Karges shares insightful lessons from motherhood, reminding us that true body kindness isn't based on feelings but on daily actions. Her personal journey highlights the importance of embracing our bodies, no matter their shape or size, and setting an example for our children by committing to self-respect and care, even through life's challenges. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/building-positive-body-image-and-self-esteem-lessons-from-motherhood Quotes to ponder: "Building your body image and self-esteem begins with the commitment to treat yourself kindly and with respect and should not be based on how you feel about your body." "Feelings come and go, but love is a commitment, a choice to be present, to choose kindness, even if there are feelings of frustration, aggravation, or annoyance." "As you stay consistent with your commitment to respect your body, regardless of how you feel, you will find yourself building a more positive relationship with your body." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 26, 2024 • 8min

2359: How HSP Parents Can Get Alone Time Without Feeling Lousy About It by Marina Brink 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 2359: Marina Brink explores how highly sensitive parents can navigate the guilt of needing alone time while balancing the demands of parenting. She provides practical strategies for recharging as a parent, emphasizing that self-care is a necessity, not a luxury, to maintain emotional well-being and become a more present parent. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://highlysensitiverefuge.com/hsp-parents-can-get-alone-time/ Quotes to ponder: "Carving out time for yourself is like oxygen to you. It's not a luxury." "HSPs have so much compassion for others but often struggle with turning their light inward." "Your child deserves a healthy parent who takes care of his or her own needs." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 25, 2024 • 7min

2358: Get Girls Outside to Counter the "Princess Industrial Complex" by Jay & Heather Harrington of Life And Whim on Raising Daughters

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 2358: Jay and Heather Harrington discuss the pervasive influence of the "princess industrial complex" on young girls and the importance of countering it by encouraging outdoor play and exploration. They emphasize how nature fosters confidence, creativity, and family connection, helping girls grow into strong, self-assured women. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.lifeandwhim.com/first-moments-blog/antidote-to-the-princess-industrial-complex Quotes to ponder: "Nature is a place to be creative, imaginative, adventurous, and to step outside of comfort zones. That's what being a kid is all about." "There's nothing wrong with pink and princesses, but if that's all we expose young girls to then it has an impact on them. And it's not a positive one." "Time spent outside, exploring nature, is some of the best time to bond and connect as a family." Episode references: Last Child in the Woods: https://www.amazon.com/Last-Child-Woods-Children-Nature-Deficit/dp/156512605X Cinderella Ate My Daughter: https://www.amazon.com/Cinderella-Ate-My-Daughter-Dispatches/dp/0061711527 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 24, 2024 • 8min

2357: What Happened When I Instagrammed My Own Life Instead of My Kids' by Shawna Scafe on Parenting

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 2357: Shawna Scafe reflects on how shifting her Instagram focus from her kids to herself has transformed her life. By sharing her own experiences, she discovered new ways to reclaim her identity beyond motherhood, setting personal goals and encouraging self-care. This shift empowered her to lead a fuller, more intentional life, balancing motherhood with her individual passions. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://simpleonpurpose.ca/how-this-mom-uses-instagram/ Quotes to ponder: "I'd rather know what is making her life easier, or interesting, or daunting, or fun! I want to rummage in her closet, peer up on her bookshelf, go to step class with her, check out her playlists, and sit with her on the patio for a virtual glass of wine." "It made me aware of the woman beyond the mom and what she was up to." "I should be sharing my own life, their life is their own to share on their own terms." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 23, 2024 • 6min

2356: Does Marriage Always Have To Be The End Goal? by Evan Marc Katz on Dating Advice & Modern 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 2356: Evan Marc Katz responds to a reader questioning whether marriage should always be considered the ultimate goal in relationships. He acknowledges that while marriage is a common endpoint for many, it doesn't have to be for everyone. His advice centers on understanding the broader relationship landscape and making informed, pragmatic choices based on personal desires, without judgment. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.evanmarckatz.com/blog/marriage/does-marriage-always-have-to-be-the-end-goal Quotes to ponder: "If my advice doesn't work for you, then you can ignore it. Really. I don't take it personally." "While views on marriage are changing, younger generations view it as less important it is far from obsolete." "All I want is for readers to know how their own preferences restrict their own relationship choices." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 22, 2024 • 11min

2355: 3 Simple Explanations for Why You're Still Single by Mark Manson on Personal Development & 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 2355: Mark Manson's unapologetic exploration of why some people remain single touches on three key areas: self-respect, unrealistic expectations, and a lack of emotional intimacy skills. By focusing on personal growth and embracing imperfection, he suggests a more fulfilling approach to relationships and dating. This candid perspective challenges readers to confront their own habits and beliefs, offering clarity on how to cultivate healthier connections. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://markmanson.net/still-single Quotes to ponder: "Being an emotionally functional human adult is actually a difficult endeavor. But if you want to date an emotionally functional human adult, then you need to be an emotionally functional human adult." "People who expect perfection in others and people who expect others to acknowledge the perfection in themselves are both terribly delusional in regards to their dating expectations." "Intimacy is something that happens organically through the mutual expression of emotions and values. It's a box that can't be checked." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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