Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting

Optimal Living Daily | Greg Audino

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Jun 18, 2024 • 9min

2211: The High-Five Factor: Keep Your Relationship Interesting with Shared Goals by Steven Keys of Trip Of A Lifestyle

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 2211: Steven Keys of Trip Of A Lifestyle.com highlights the power of shared goals in strengthening relationships. By setting and achieving goals together, even small ones, partners can enhance their bond and experience greater happiness and fulfillment. The article suggests starting with simple tasks and gradually moving to more significant, life-changing goals to keep the relationship exciting and purposeful. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.tripofalifestyle.com/perspective/the-high-five-factor/ Quotes to ponder: "Setting a goal together with someone you care about can enhance your relationship in the same way personal goals can enhance your life." "The more times you find yourself high-fiving your partner, the more you're gonna like each other over time." "By setting out to accomplish something together, you immediately tackle the issue of boredom in long-term relationships." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 17, 2024 • 10min

2210: How to Speak Your Mind Without Making Someone Else Wrong by Carolyn Hidalgo with Tiny Buddha on Mental Freedom

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 2210: Carolyn Hidalgo explores the delicate balance of expressing one's true feelings without imposing on others. She shares her journey from living by others' expectations to finding her authentic voice, emphasizing the importance of communicating from a place of love and curiosity to maintain open and respectful relationships. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://tinybuddha.com/blog/how-to-speak-your-mind-without-making-someone-else-wrong/ Quotes to ponder: "Would you rather be right or free?" "The social mask forms the moment we're born and we hear our first words." "Out beyond ideas of right and wrong there is a field. I will meet you there." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 16, 2024 • 10min

2209: The Power of Connections by Steve Pavlina on Meaningful Relationships & Effective Communication 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 2209: Steve Pavlina emphasizes the principle of Love in personal growth, illustrating how a supportive, positive environment can significantly enhance one's growth and well-being. He contrasts two morning scenarios to demonstrate how enriching connections and conscious choices can lead to a more fulfilling life, urging readers to actively create environments that foster positive growth. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://stevepavlina.com/blog/2010/11/the-power-of-connections/ Quotes to ponder: "It's not enough to avoid the negatives. You need to add the positives. Otherwise, you're still likely to stagnate." "Alignment with the principle of Love is one of the key differences between unconscious and conscious growth." "Supportive people are repelled by negative-minded people." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 16, 2024 • 10min

2208: Roth or Traditional When You Have Student Debt by Travis Hornsby of Student Loan Planner on Retirement Accounts

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 2208: Travis Hornsby offers insightful guidance on choosing between Roth and Traditional retirement accounts when managing student debt. He explains the advantages of each option and provides specific recommendations for different financial scenarios, helping listeners make informed decisions about their retirement savings strategy. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.studentloanplanner.com/roth-traditional-student-debt/ Quotes to ponder: "Most resident programs are located in higher tax areas with a high cost of living. That means our reader is probably not deciding where to put his next $15,000, but more like his next $5,000." "You're protecting against downside risk in retirement when you save in a Traditional account. If you're going for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, you should really focus on building assets and protecting against the worst case scenario, which is you having to work forever." Episode references: The Mad Fientist - Traditional IRA vs. Roth IRA: https://www.madfientist.com/traditional-ira-vs-roth-ira/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 15, 2024 • 9min

2207: Making Love Last by Learning to Love by Dr. Lisa Firestone of PsychAlive on Creating a Successful Relationship

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 2207: Dr. Lisa Firestone explores the dual nature of love as both a feeling and an action, emphasizing that true love is demonstrated through behaviors such as expressing affection and care. By focusing on actionable ways to love, we can improve our relationships and become more loving individuals, moving beyond the fantasy of love to real intimacy and connection. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.psychalive.org/making-love-last-by-learning-to-love-2/ Quotes to ponder: "Treating love as an 'entity' or 'idea' often leads to a fantasy of love." "Look at What You Do, Not What You Say." "Breaking your patterns of withholding is an immediate way to become a more loving individual." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 14, 2024 • 9min

2206: A Parent's Critical Role in Young Adult Identity Formation by Dr. Jack Stoltzfus of Parents Letting Go on Parenthood

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 2206: Parents play a pivotal role in shaping young adult identities by reinforcing both personal qualities and practical skills. Dr. Jack Stoltzfus highlights the importance of supporting their exploration and being patient while offering a listening ear and valuable feedback. Ultimately, it's about loving and valuing them, ensuring they know their worth as they navigate their path to independence. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://parentslettinggo.com/a-parents-critical-role-in-young-adult-identity-formation/ Quotes to ponder: "It's hard to be independent if young adults don't have a strong sense of who they are and what's important in their lives." "Reinforce their unique and admirable personal qualities and values, such as being funny, caring, intelligent, creative, likable, friendly, honest, etc." "As adult children develop a more stable identity and establish their independence, they will have less of an inclination to step on each other's toes." Episode references: Hikikomori Information: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/ PEW Research Study 2020:https://www.pewresearch.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 13, 2024 • 7min

2205: As a Single Parent, I Didn't Have the Luxury of Dealing with Depression by Leah Campbell with Healthline 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 2205: Leah Campbell shares her journey through depression as a single parent, emphasizing the relentless battle to stay strong for her daughter. Her story highlights the power of parental love and resilience in the face of overwhelming challenges, offering inspiration and a reminder that even in our darkest moments, we can find the strength to keep going. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/health/single-parenting-and-depression Quotes to ponder: "Her little light was shining brighter and brighter every day, reminding me of why it was so important to fight through the hurt I was feeling." "Each day, it was a fight. Let there be no doubt: there was a fight." "As a single mother, I didn't have the luxury of falling apart. I didn't have the option of breaking." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 12, 2024 • 8min

2204: Self-Interest is Not Selfish in Relationships by Alli Hoff Kosik with Gottman on Setting Healthy Boundaries

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 2204: Embracing your own needs isn't selfish; it can actually strengthen your relationship. Alli Hoff Kosik emphasizes the importance of open-ended questions and empathy to encourage genuine communication. Learn how to strike a balance between selflessness and authenticity to foster a deeper connection with your partner. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.gottman.com/blog/self-interest-not-selfish-relationships/ Quotes to ponder: "These selfless acts may feel good in the moment, but over time, they'll limit your ability to authentically connect in your relationship." "If your partner is only taking baby steps away from constant selflessness, take baby steps with them." "Show your partner that what they're saying makes sense to you." Episode references: The Relationship Cure: https://www.amazon.com/Relationship-Cure-Strengthening-Marriage-Friendships/dp/0609809539 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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Jun 11, 2024 • 8min

2203: How Highly Sensitive People Can Break Free From People Pleasing by Katharine Di Cerbo of 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 2203: Katharine Di Cerbo explains the unique challenges highly sensitive people face with people pleasing, highlighting how it leads to deep resentment, low self-esteem, and exhaustion. She offers practical advice on breaking free from these patterns by recognizing and managing their intuitive gifts, ultimately leading to healthier and more authentic relationships. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://introvertdear.com/news/highly-sensitive-people-these-tricks-can-help-you-break-free-from-people-pleasing/ Quotes to ponder: "Your life can become a vicious cycle of people pleasing followed by defeat, exhaustion, and intense feelings of rejection." "Start being more explicit about your own desires and needs." "Recognizing that your intuitive gifts can help free you from people pleasing can be extremely empowering." Episode references: The Highly Sensitive Person: https://www.amazon.com/Highly-Sensitive-Person-Thrive-Overwhelms/dp/0553062182 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 10, 2024 • 7min

2202: How to Relate to Others by Tynan on Improving Relationships & Better Communication Skills

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 2202: Tynan shares his journey from being naturally unempathetic to developing a deeper understanding of others. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, he offers practical advice on how to cultivate empathy and compassion, emphasizing the importance of giving people the benefit of the doubt and understanding their unique struggles. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://tynan.com/relate/ Quotes to ponder: "I now have a process I go through to try to be more positive and understanding towards people." "If I don't know what someone's life is really like, then I should assume that they are probably doing the best they can with what they've got." "Sometimes things can't be excused away. But even in those cases, we can have compassion." Episode references: Brené Brown's TED Talk on Empathy: https://www.ted.com/talks/brene_brown_the_power_of_vulnerability Radical Acceptance: https://www.amazon.com/Radical-Acceptance-Embracing-Yourself-Heart/dp/0553380990 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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