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Jun 27, 2024 • 8min

2221: 4 Easy Habits to Build Your Child's Self Esteem with Your Words by Dr. Laura Markham of Peaceful Parent Happy 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 2221: Dr. Laura Markham of Peaceful Parent Happy Kids.com explains how parents can build their child's self-esteem through four simple habits: seeing their best self, problem-solving instead of labeling, keeping failure in perspective, and letting them overhear positive comments. By using empowering language and focusing on specific observations, parents can help their children develop a positive self-image and resilience. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.peacefulparenthappykids.com/read/They-believe-everything-you-say Quotes to ponder: "If you want your children to improve, let them overhear the nice things you say about them to others." "Our words don't have to be perfect. But what we believe will eventually come out of our mouths." "Help your child reframe situations to see that any given setback is temporary AND she has some control over whether things will work out next time." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 26, 2024 • 8min

2220: Are You Too Addicted To The Past by Darren Fletcher with Loves A Game on Mental Freedom & Resiliency

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 2220: Darren Fletcher's heartfelt narrative explores the deep emotional ties to the past and the challenge of letting go. Through a poignant story about his ex's compassion, he reflects on the necessity of living in the present and finding joy in the now, offering listeners a profound reminder to embrace the current moment and let go of past attachments. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://lovesagame.com/are-you-too-addicted-to-the-past/ Quotes to ponder: "You talk to your friends about your ex until they are sick of hearing about it, rolling their eyes initiating shutdown." "She had tactfully given this soul his dignity and a meal, handling the entire matter in a way so as to not draw attention." "We should also be patient and understanding with those who are facing this addiction lovingly reminding them: 'Keep driving. Don't stop. We aren't there yet.'" Episode references: Chambers 20th Century Dictionary: https://www.amazon.com/Chambers-20th-century-dictionary-Kirkpatrick/dp/0550102345 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 25, 2024 • 8min

2219: Why Being Honest Is Better than Being Nice by Allison Fallon of No Sidebar 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 2219: Allison Fallon explores the pitfalls of prioritizing niceness over honesty, highlighting how it can lead to passive aggression, confusion, and missed opportunities for personal growth. Embracing honesty, even when uncomfortable, fosters genuine relationships, career advancement, and inner peace. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nosidebar.com/being-honest/ Quotes to ponder: "We glorify 'niceness' as if it's the highest virtue someone could possibly hold in society. But is 'niceness' always best?" "Honesty builds trust with your kids, with your significant other, with your friends. Trust is the foundation of every healthy relationship." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 24, 2024 • 9min

2218: When Your Expectations of Others is Making You Frustrated by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Mental Freedom & 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 2218: Leo Babauta explores how our expectations of others often lead to frustration, anger, and disappointment. He explains that while we can't control others' behavior, we can manage our own expectations and cultivate self-compassion, leading to greater peace and understanding in our relationships. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://zenhabits.net/freedom/ Quotes to ponder: "Our expectations of others often cause our own struggles and frustrations." "Without expectations laid on others, we could see the good in others, instead of only how they fall short of our expectations." "Seeing their non-ideal behavior, can you see that the other person is likely acting from a place of pain, fear, or uncertainty?" Episode references: 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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Jun 23, 2024 • 10min

2217: Is Holding a Grudge a Rational Thing To Do? by Keith Wilson of Keith Wilson Counseling on Anger & Emotional Healing

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 2217: Keith Wilson explores the rationality behind holding grudges, suggesting that while grudges can be logical due to broken trust, showing mercy and valuing relationships may often outweigh the benefits of holding onto anger. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://medium.com/change-becomes-you/is-holding-a-grudge-a-rational-thing-to-do-62f1609b75c6 Quotes to ponder: "Holding a grudge is a perfectly rational thing to do; but so is showing mercy." "Trustworthiness cannot be delivered all at once; it must come in over time, through sustained reliability." "Justice is an important value; but it's not the only thing to value in life." Episode references: The Road to Reconciliation: https://www.amazon.com/Road-Reconciliation-Comprehensive-Guide-Relationships/dp/1727021967 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 23, 2024 • 9min

2216: Old School Is Still A Great School by Ross Enamait of Ross Training on Basic Physical Fitness & Health 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 2216: Ross Enamait emphasizes the timeless value of old-school training methods, highlighting their simplicity, effectiveness, and adaptability. He shares insights on how traditional approaches can still deliver impressive results, proving that modern advancements aren't always necessary for success. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://rosstraining.com/blog/2009/04/02/old-school-is-still-a-great-school/ Quotes to ponder: "Old-school training methods have stood the test of time for a reason. They are simple, effective, and can be done with minimal equipment." "Sometimes the best solution is the simplest one." "Training hard and consistently with basic tools can yield impressive results." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 22, 2024 • 8min

2215: Four Steps Toward Healing The Pain from Parents Who Hurt You by Dr. Margaret Rutherford on Emotional Health

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 2215: Dr. Margaret Rutherford explores the profound impact of parental hurt and offers four steps toward healing: acknowledgment, self-compassion, connecting past experiences with present behavior, and revealing your pain to a trusted person. Her compassionate approach provides actionable guidance for those seeking to overcome the emotional scars of a difficult childhood and build a healthier future. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://drmargaretrutherford.com/how-do-you-heal-from-parents-who-hurt-you/ Quotes to ponder: "I've heard hundreds of stories of those who suffered terribly as children at the hands of the very people who were supposed to care for them." "You may believe that if you deny or discount the hurt you endured as a child that you've got things under control. However, it doesn't work that way." "If you don't feel it, you live it." Episode references: I Don't Want to Talk About It: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0684835398 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 21, 2024 • 9min

2214: [Part 2] Look On The Bright Side: 7 Secrets To Raising Optimistic Kids by Jen of This Time of Mine 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 2214: Jen of This Time of Mine shares valuable insights on raising optimistic kids, emphasizing the importance of looking for the good, helping others, and fostering a growth mindset. She highlights how meeting children's basic needs and modeling optimism as parents can significantly impact their ability to find happiness and resilience in any situation. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://thistimeofmine.com/raising-optimistic-kids/ Quotes to ponder: "When children feel safe, seen (being known and understood), and soothed (being helped to feel calm and good again) most of the time (not perfectly), they develop security (where their brain wires to expect that people will see their needs and show up for them)." "Happiness is a skill you can develop, not just a function of your temperament or circumstance." "A willingness to confront challenges, a passion for learning, and viewing failure as a springboard for growth are all characteristics associated with a growth mindset. Not surprisingly, this type of mindset is strongly linked to greater happiness and achievement in life." Episode references: The Power Of Showing Up: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Showing-Up-Science-Parenting/dp/1524797715 Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/Mindset-Psychology-Carol-S-Dweck/dp/0345472322 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 20, 2024 • 7min

2213: [Part 1] Look On The Bright Side: 7 Secrets To Raising Optimistic Kids by Jen of This Time of Mine 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 2213: Jen of This Time of Mine.com reveals strategies for raising optimistic children, emphasizing the importance of allowing kids to experience and express negative emotions without always seeking a silver lining. She highlights the significance of developing a positive vocabulary to help children balance their natural negativity bias. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://thistimeofmine.com/raising-optimistic-kids/ Quotes to ponder: "Encouraging children to be positive in the face of difficulties can send the inappropriate message that feeling down or anxious is abnormal." "Just a handful of painful experiences of futility can rapidly become a sense of helplessness." "Sometimes, the best way to help our kids get back to feeling more optimistic is to allow them to sit in their hard feelings for a moment." Episode references: Hardwiring Happiness: https://www.amazon.com/Hardwiring-Happiness-Science-Contentment-Confidence/dp/0385347316 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 19, 2024 • 10min

2212: Diamonds Aren't Forever: Expensive Rings and Weddings May Lead to Relationship Problems by Dr. Samantha Joel of Luvze

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 2212: Dr. Samantha Joel explores the wedding industry's pressure to overspend, revealing that higher expenses on engagement rings and weddings correlate with higher divorce rates. She highlights that genuine love and long-term marital success are not determined by lavish spending but by focusing on meaningful and financially responsible choices. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.luvze.com/diamonds-arent-forever-expensive-rings-and-weddings-may-lead/ Quotes to ponder: "Navigating the wedding industry can be quite frustrating, in part because of the relentless pressure to spend fantastic amounts of money on anything and everything wedding-related." "People who had spent between $2000-4000 on an engagement ring had significantly higher rates of divorce compared to people who spent between $500 and $2000." "These results suggest that if anything, high levels of wedding-related spending have a negative effect on marriage, not a positive one." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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