Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting

Optimal Living Daily | Greg Audino

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Sep 25, 2024 • 8min

2324: Not Willing to Settle in Your Love Life? AND How to Tell if a Guy has True Soulmate Potential by Dr. Diana Kirschner

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 2324: Dr. Diana Kirschner explores the self-sabotaging dating pattern where women dismiss potential partners over trivial flaws, believing they are "not willing to settle." Instead, she argues, it's essential to focus on a man's deeper values, like empathy and personal growth, which are the real foundations for lasting love. She challenges women to give men a fair chance and avoid the perfectionism that often leads to missed opportunities for happiness. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://lovein90days.com/not-willing-settle-love-life/ & http://lovein90days.com/how-to-tell-if-a-guy-has-soulmate-potential/ Quotes to ponder: "Love often comes in a surprise package." "These complaints have nothing to do with the qualities that make for a partner who can provide lasting love and happiness." "You unconsciously project your own feelings of inadequacy onto each guy you meet or date." Episode references: Marry Him: The Case for Settling for Mr. Good Enough: https://www.amazon.com/Marry-Him-Case-Settling-Enough/dp/0525951512 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 24, 2024 • 7min

2323: How to Stop Feeling Crazy Jealous In Your Relationship by Irene Elias of Self Love Junkie on How to Build Self Confidence

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 2323: Discover how to stop feeling overwhelmed by jealousy in your relationship with practical tips to shift your mindset and build trust. This insightful guide explores why jealousy happens and how to regain control of your emotions, enhancing both self-awareness and communication with your partner. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://selflovejunkie.com/stop-feeling-crazy-jealous-relationship/ Quotes to ponder: "Jealousy often springs from insecurity and fear, not from actual threats." "Building trust starts from within; it's about strengthening your belief in yourself first, then your partner." "Communication is your strongest ally against jealousy - learn to express your emotions clearly and openly." Episode references: Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment and How It Can Help You Find - and Keep - Love: https://www.amazon.com/Attached-Science-Adult-Attachment-YouFind/dp/1585428485 Hold Me Tight: https://www.amazon.com/Hold-Me-Tight-Conversations-Lifetime/dp/031611300X The Four Agreements: https://www.amazon.com/Four-Agreements-Practical-Personal-Freedom/dp/1878424319 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 23, 2024 • 8min

2322: How Much Lying Is Acceptable Online? by Evan Marc Katz on Dating Apps 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 2322: Evan Marc Katz explores the prevalence of lying in online dating, shedding light on why people misrepresent themselves on their profiles. He explains that while lying isn't morally defensible, it often stems from insecurity and a belief that honesty will prevent them from securing a chance at love. Katz empathizes with both the liars and the victims, noting that, in most cases, these lies are an effort to get noticed in a highly competitive environment. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.evanmarckatz.com/blog/online-dating-tips-advice/how-much-lying-is-acceptable-online-2 Quotes to ponder: "People, for the most part, don't lie because they're bad folks who can't tell the difference between right and wrong; they're just insecure that telling the truth will eliminate them from contention before they ever get a chance to meet you." "He knows that you will NOT give him a chance if he tells the truth. And since you won't give him a chance, He's going to give himself a chance." "Is he wasting his time (and yours) by misrepresenting himself? Absolutely. Would he have the chance to meet you if he didn't misrepresent himself? Absolutely not." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 22, 2024 • 9min

2321: Is Allowing Your Child to Study While on Facebook Morally Irresponsible? by Cal Newport on Parenting & Homework

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 2321: Allowing children to study while distracted by platforms like Facebook may have more damaging consequences than parents realize. Cal Newport argues that this behavior can impair deep focus and long-term academic success, much like how certain behaviors during pregnancy affect development. By creating environments of distraction, parents could be unwittingly rewiring their children's brains, limiting their capacity for concentration in the future. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://calnewport.com/blog/2010/06/10/is-allowing-your-child-to-study-while-on-facebook-morally-equivalent-to-drinking-while-pregnant/ Quotes to ponder: "The dopamine system is not something to mess with! I know professors who can't go more than a few minutes in a meeting without checking their inbox." "I just told her if she wanted to not be so stressed she shouldn't be on the computer all the time." "This used to be common sense studying. Now, with smartphones, to truly go disconnected while studying is seen as a foolhardy act of extreme courage." Episode references: The Shallows: What the Internet Is Doing to Our Brains: https://www.amazon.com/Shallows-What-Internet-Doing-Brains/dp/0393339750 The Data-Driven Life (NY Times): https://www.nytimes.com/2010/05/02/magazine/02self-measurement-t.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 22, 2024 • 7min

2320: Lies We Tell Ourselves to Be Liked by James Altucher on How to Be More Authentic

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 2320: James Altucher opens up about the lies he told both to himself and others in an effort to be liked, from embellishing personal achievements to faking confidence. He reflects on how these fabrications left him feeling unfulfilled and eventually led him to recognize the importance of authenticity and being true to himself, which ultimately brought him peace and real happiness. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://jamesaltucher.com/blog/lies-we-tell-ourselves-to-be-liked/ Quotes to ponder: "I needed to somehow be someone I wasn't in order to burn away invisible scars that I was sure everyone could see." "In order to be around good people, I also had to be a good person, not an imaginary one." "Better to use that fuel for being happy and good now than to make up futures and anxieties and regrets." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 21, 2024 • 8min

2319: Should I Forgive Him? Should I Forgive Her? Here's what you should ask yourself first by Angel Chernoff of Marc & Angel

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 2319: Angel Chernoff highlights the importance of perspective when grappling with forgiveness. Through a heartfelt anecdote, she reveals that sometimes, the real issue lies in our perception, not the actions of others. By accepting imperfections and embracing compassion, we can free ourselves from the unnecessary burden of forgiveness. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://www.marcandangel.com/2018/10/28/should-i-forgive-him-should-i-forgive-her/ Quotes to ponder: "Sometimes the only problem standing in our way is the one we created in our head." "Letting go of the need to forgive every misstep and mistake a person makes can be mentally and emotionally freeing for everyone involved." "Because mistakes are the growing pains of wisdom, and sometimes they just need to be accepted with no strings attached." Episode references: Getting Back to Happy: https://www.amazon.com/Getting-Back-Happy-Thoughts-Triumphs/dp/0143132776 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 20, 2024 • 8min

2318: Fatherhood Does NOT Make You Fat by Ross Enamait of Ross Training on Being A Healthy Parent

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 2318: Ross Enamait challenges the notion that fatherhood inevitably leads to weight gain, dismissing the popular "dad bod" trend. He argues that being a parent should never be an excuse for neglecting personal health, emphasizing the importance of leading by example for the benefit of one's children. Through his personal experiences, Enamait shows how maintaining a strong and active lifestyle can enhance fatherhood, not hinder it. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://rosstraining.com/blog/2015/07/27/fatherhood-does-not-make-you-fat/ Quotes to ponder: "Fathers don't suddenly become fat because of children. Weight is gained due to excess food and drink consumption and/or lack of physical activity." "Prioritizing your health is not selfish. On the contrary, it is something that all parents should do to set a positive example for their children." "Life isn't supposed to be easy. Life can be extremely difficult and trying. We have all endured tough times at one point or another." Episode references: American Journal of Men's Health: https://journals.sagepub.com/home/jmh Ross Training: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 19, 2024 • 7min

2317: Getting Started with Intentional Parenting by Shawna Scafe of Simple On Purpose on Motherhood

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 2317: Shawna Scafe explores the concept of intentional parenting, contrasting it with the autopilot mode many parents often fall into. She emphasizes the importance of modeling the behavior and values we wish to instill in our children, focusing on mindfulness and deliberate choices in daily parenting. By setting clear goals for the kind of adults we want our kids to become, we can take meaningful steps toward raising them with purpose and intention. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://simpleonpurpose.ca/starting-intentional-parenting/ Quotes to ponder: "Unless we are raising cheese-eating, floor-sweeping, laughing women who randomly break into song, let's hope they pick up some more useful traits from their father and the people we surround ourselves with." "Like Lisa and her husband, making their kids travel companions for a life-changing adventure, the best way to teach them is to model it." "A part of me is overwhelmed by getting this list to become lesson. The other part of me rolls her eyes and sips her coffee, my kids will be fine, I know." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 18, 2024 • 9min

2316: The Re-Negotiated Relationship by Keith Wilson on Breakup & Divorce 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 2316: Keith Wilson explores how relationships endure even after love fades, emphasizing that emotional ties remain long after separation. He illustrates how former partners often need to re-negotiate their relationship dynamics, especially when kids or shared responsibilities are involved, offering valuable insights into how to maintain a functional, if altered, connection. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://keithwilsoncounseling.com/2018/01/05/the-re-negotiated-relationship/ Quotes to ponder: "You'll never be indifferent about a former partner, no matter how hard you try to fake it." "These can be very satisfying and valuable relationships, nonetheless, for both of you and, especially, for the kids." "Love may not be eternal, but relationship is." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 17, 2024 • 9min

2315: [Part 2] Missed Connections by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle on Relationship 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 2315: Colin Wright explores the challenges of being an independent individual in a world designed for pairs and families. He highlights the shift in relationship norms, especially among Millennials, who reject traditional life paths in favor of personal fulfillment and diverse, modern relationship models. This evolution, he argues, should be embraced as it allows for more authentic, custom-fitted lives. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://exilelifestyle.com/missed-connections/ Quotes to ponder: "There are no wrong steps in this dance, and even if we sometimes feel that we're in the middle of a competition there are plenty of other yardsticks by which we can measure our own, independent growth and progression." "It's not scary, it's wonderful. It will result in a greater number of happy people enjoying custom-fitted lives, rather than the majority of us trying to squeeze into something clearly sewn for someone else." "A complete individual has trouble dating anyone except other complete individuals, and this is not something we're encouraged to be." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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