Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting

Optimal Living Daily | Greg Audino

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Sep 29, 2025 • 8min

2746: Sorry, What Did You Say Your Name Was? How to Remember People's Names More Easily by Dr. Jenny Brockis

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 2746: Dr. Jenny Brockis explores why so many of us struggle to remember names and offers practical, science-backed strategies to get better at it. From attention and anxiety to visualization and repetition, these techniques help foster stronger social and professional connections. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://drjennybrockis.com/2010/3/29/sorry-what-did-you-say-your-name-was-how-to-remember-peoples-names-more-easily/ Quotes to ponder: "Remembering another person's name is important in both social and business situations." "Sometimes we get so hooked up on having to say our own name we forget to listen or take in the other person's name." "If all else fails, then you can simply ask the person their name." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 28, 2025 • 7min

2745: 8 Important Questions to Ask When Dating by Dr. Susan Chanderbhan of ChandPsych on Emotional Needs While 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 2745: Dr. Susan Chanderbhan highlights how intentional questions can uncover deeper values, life goals, and emotional needs while dating. Her approach empowers individuals to move past surface-level attraction and determine whether a relationship has long-term potential. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.chandpsych.com/blog/8-questions-to-ask-when-dating-d8n5m Quotes to ponder: "Dating is not just about enjoying each other's company; it's about assessing long-term compatibility." "Understanding someone's priorities can prevent disappointments and conflicts later on." "Asking the right questions early helps avoid misunderstandings and wasted time." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 28, 2025 • 7min

2744: My Highest Self Morning Routine by Briana Harry of YeMash on How to Find Self-Alignment and Lifestyle Design

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 2744: Briana Harry reveals how her morning routine serves as a sacred ritual for connecting with her highest self. Through meditation, journaling, and mindful movement, she demonstrates how intentional daily practices nurture clarity, presence, and self-alignment. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://www.yemash.com/writers-corner/my-highest-self-morning-routine Quotes to ponder: "By waking up earlier, I give myself the gift of presence before the noise of the world begins." "My morning routine allows me to show up for myself first, so I can show up for others with more clarity and intention." "Each ritual is an offering to my highest self, a reminder that my peace and balance matter." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 27, 2025 • 9min

2743: How to Deal With a Narcissist: Four Powerful Ways by Dr. Diana Kirschner on How to Reduce Conflict

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 2743: Diana Kirschner shares four practical strategies to protect your peace, strengthen your boundaries, and reclaim your power when dealing with a narcissist. She offers clear tools to shift the dynamic, reduce conflict, and create healthier interactions without losing yourself in the process. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://lovein90days.com/how-to-deal-with-a-narcissist-four-powerful-ways/ Quotes to ponder: "One of the best ways to deal with a narcissist is to stop feeding them the drama they crave." "When you refuse to react, you take away their power." "Boundaries are your best friend when it comes to dealing with a narcissist." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 26, 2025 • 9min

2742: When the Scariest Part of Parenthood Is Socializing With Other Parents by Sara Watkins with Introvert Dear

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 2742: Sara Watkins sheds light on a lesser-discussed challenge of parenting: the anxiety and emotional exhaustion that come from socializing with other parents. For introverts, these encounters can feel like a minefield of forced small talk, awkward silences, and unseen pressures, making what should be casual interactions feel anything but. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://introvertdear.com/news/when-the-scariest-part-of-parenthood-is-socializing-with-other-parents/ Quotes to ponder: "It's not the playdates or the birthday parties themselves that exhaust me - it's the other parents." "I don't want to be rude or cold. I just find all the small talk and the constant social performance draining." "As much as I want to support my child's social life, sometimes I feel like I need a support group just to survive it." Episode references: Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking: https://www.amazon.com/Quiet-Power-Introverts-World-Talking/dp/0307352153 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 25, 2025 • 9min

2741: 5 Things Kids Can Learn From Helping with Home Renovations by Shawna Scafe of Simple on Purpose on Teaching Responsibility

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 2741: Shawna Scafe reveals how even the chaos of renovating a basement with toddlers can become a meaningful learning experience for the whole family. From teamwork and responsibility to creativity and resilience, kids pick up lifelong skills when they're invited into the process, not just as observers, but as tiny, snack-fueled apprentices. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://simpleonpurpose.ca/renovations-with-kids/ Quotes to ponder: "Renovating your home can be a metaphor for renovating your life." "I remembered my own childhood, the pride of holding a metal, pingy hammer with two cautious hands to swing at the nail he designated as 'my job'." "I hope they can learn that they are in control of more things in life than they will want or realize." Episode references: The Enneagram Institute: https://www.enneagraminstitute.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 24, 2025 • 6min

2740: [Part 2] A Marriage Lesson from a Mini-Retirement by Jaime of Keep Thrifty on How to Rebuild Trust and Strengthen Bonds

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 2740: Jaime reflects on how joining her husband's creative project brought both excitement and conflict, ultimately teaching them the importance of intentional connection. By rediscovering the power of dreaming together and supporting each other's goals, she shows how couples can strengthen their bond, rebuild trust, and create a shared vision for the future. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.keepthrifty.com/marriage-lesson-mini-retirement/ Quotes to ponder: "Dreaming together and supporting each other in our dreams is what led us here. It's what saved our marriage years ago when we thought we were going to end up separated." "When we support each other in accomplishing those dreams, we work together, we create together, we succeed together." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 23, 2025 • 6min

2739: [Part 1] A Marriage Lesson from a Mini-Retirement by Jaime of Keep Thrifty on How To Stay Connected and Supportive

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 2739: Jaime shares the emotional highs and lows of supporting her husband's mini-retirement, from pursuing new dreams together to facing unexpected conflicts and feelings of invisibility. Through open communication and small, thoughtful gestures, they rediscover how to stay connected and supportive in the midst of life's big changes. Her story highlights both the challenges and rewards of navigating transformation as a couple. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.keepthrifty.com/marriage-lesson-mini-retirement/ Quotes to ponder: "Every week brings a new challenge in our marriage. It's exciting and exhausting. There are tears and laughter." "When I was able to bring my vision to life, Chris could see it and support it. He stopped backpedaling, and we were able to move forward together!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 22, 2025 • 6min

2738: Why You Need to Accept Your Partner's Needs by Heather Gray with Gottman on How to Build Emotional Security

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 2738: Heather Gray highlights how honoring a partner's needs strengthens intimacy and builds emotional security. By choosing acceptance over resistance, couples foster respect, reduce power struggles, and create lasting connection. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.gottman.com/blog/why-you-need-to-accept-your-partners-needs/ Quotes to ponder: "Accepting your partner's needs is a way of showing respect for them and the relationship." "When both partners are willing to accept influence, they are more likely to find win-win solutions." "Rejecting influence is essentially rejecting your partner." Episode references: Eight Dates: Essential Conversations for a Lifetime of Love: https://www.amazon.com/Eight-Dates-Essential-Conversations-Lifetime/dp/1523504463 The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work: https://www.amazon.com/Seven-Principles-Making-Marriage-Work/dp/0553447718 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 21, 2025 • 8min

2737: How Can I Identify and Avoid Men Who Don't Know What They Want by Evan Marc Katz on Dating Advice for Women

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 2737: Evan Marc Katz highlights how difficult it can be to navigate relationships with partners who are unclear about their desires, especially regarding commitment and family. He emphasizes the importance of character, consistency, and responsibility as early markers of a trustworthy partner, offering women practical insights to avoid wasting years on the wrong person. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.evanmarckatz.com/blog/dating-tips-advice/how-can-i-identify-and-avoid-men-who-dont-know-what-they-want Quotes to ponder: "Cheating is never an acceptable response to a failing relationship." "A man of character does what he says and says what he means." "If conversations make him uncomfortable and he can't discuss important topics without getting overheated or shutting down, he may be a good guy, but he'll be a terrible husband." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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