

Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting
Optimal Living Daily | Greg Audino
Optimal Relationships Daily, steered by the insightful Greg Audino, a seasoned life coach, is a podcast dedicated to enhancing your personal connections. Greg explores the intricate dynamics of relationships, from dating to marriage and parenting. He handpicks and narrates insightful content from a variety of respected bloggers and experts, offering listeners a rich tapestry of perspectives on relationship building, communication, conflict resolution, and self-love.Greg's approach is both compassionate and pragmatic, blending his life coaching expertise with relatable experiences and actionable advice. His warm, engaging narration makes even the most complex relationship topics accessible and understandable. By focusing on dating, marriage, and parenting, each episode provides you with the tools needed to improve your personal connections. Whether you're looking to deepen your existing relationships, navigate challenges, or understand the subtleties of human connections, Greg's guidance offers a daily dose of wisdom and inspiration to help you foster healthier, more fulfilling relationships in all areas of your life.This podcast is designed for those passionate about dating, marriage, and parenting. It’s your go-to source for practical advice on managing your dating life, strengthening your marriage, and effective parenting. Each episode offers actionable steps to foster healthier relationships, emphasizing the importance of dating, marriage, and parenting in achieving a balanced life.Listen now, and become an OLD friend--your optimal life awaits...
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Jan 20, 2024 • 11min
2039: Why Break Ups Hurt So Much by Dr. Lisa Firestone of Psych Alive on Emotional Loss & Genuine Intimacy
Dr. Lisa Firestone, a relationship psychologist, discusses why breakups hurt so much. She explores the concept of a 'fantasy bond' and how it can create a false sense of security in relationships. Firestone encourages self-reflection to distinguish between the loss of genuine connection and the loss of the fantasy. Embracing personal identity and letting go of illusions can lead to healthier relationships.

Jan 19, 2024 • 12min
2038: What’s Right With Twenty-Somethings? by Dr. Jack Stoltzfus of Parents Letting Go on Emerging Adults
Dr. Jack Stoltzfus challenges stereotypes about young adults. He highlights their search for fulfilling careers, idealism, and strong family ties. Stoltzfus argues against labeling them as entitled or lazy, emphasizing their desire for work-life balance and personal growth. The podcast explores emerging adults, their challenges, and provides guidance for parents on understanding and supporting them.

Jan 18, 2024 • 10min
2037: Traveling Taught Me How to Be a Parent: On the Road by Christine Gilbert with ChrisGuillebeau.com
Experienced profound impact of cultural diversity on parenting through traveling and global adventures with family. Lessons learned about flexibility, openness, and varied approaches to parenting worldwide. Daughter's fearless embrace of new culture highlighted transformative power of travel in shaping open-hearted and effective parenting style.

Jan 17, 2024 • 11min
2036: How to Renew Your Relationship Instead of Getting Bored by Raeeka with Tiny Buddha on Romantic Rekindling
Learn practical strategies for rekindling romance in long-term relationships, including active listening, thoughtful surprises, and understanding your partner's needs. Transitioning from spontaneous to intentional acts of love can maintain excitement and deepen the connection. Discover the importance of balancing spontaneity and consistency in long-term relationships, with tips on scheduling date nights and nurturing a deep connection.

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Jan 16, 2024 • 10min
2035: The Road to Reconciliation: Get Out of the Middle of the Picture by Keith Wilson on Understanding and Forgiving
Keith Wilson, a transformative counselor, discusses a unique approach to healing difficult familial relationships. He suggests viewing parents as individuals separate from their roles, fostering empathy and potential forgiveness. By shifting perspectives and removing emotions, challenging relationships can be improved, including those with parents.

Jan 15, 2024 • 10min
2034: [Part 2] 9 Things All Healthy Couples Do by Angel Chernoff of Marc and Angel on Transparent Communication
Angel Chernoff, a guest on the podcast, shares insights on essential habits for nurturing a healthy relationship. Topics discussed include valuing happiness over being right, maintaining transparency and mutual respect, personal accountability, and shared values. The importance of forgiveness and understanding, as well as prioritizing personal desires rather than succumbing to outside pressures, are also emphasized.

Jan 14, 2024 • 9min
2033: [Part 1] 9 Things All Healthy Couples Do by Angel Chernoff of Marc and Angel on Emotional Connection
Angel Chernoff, author who writes about healthy relationships, highlights key practices for strong and happy relationships, such as appreciating your partner, maintaining emotional connection during conflicts, expressing gratitude through small gestures, and ensuring physical intimacy. Healthy relationships require consistent effort and meaningful actions, fostering an environment of mutual respect and affection.

Jan 14, 2024 • 10min
2032: How to Be Happy - Live in the Moment with a Plan for the Future by Jay Harrington of Life And Whim
Jay Harrington, author, emphasizes the importance of embracing change and breaking free from conventional thinking to achieve personal growth and happiness. Overcoming resistance and creating meaningful change, living in the moment with a plan for the future and New Year's resolutions are discussed.

Jan 13, 2024 • 10min
2031: Men Don’t Like the Word No, So Why Say It? by Evan Marc Katz on Harmony & Compromise
Relationship expert Evan Marc Katz discusses the benefits of being easygoing in relationships and how saying 'yes' more often can lead to a smoother partnership. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining individual identities and values while also being flexible and open-minded.

Jan 12, 2024 • 9min
2030: Good Parenting: Should We Give Kids Choices? by Adina Soclof of Parenting Simply on Fostering Independence
Adina Soclof, a writer at Parenting Simply.com, delves into the debate over giving kids choices. While choices foster independence and decision-making skills, they should be limited to avoid entitlement. Structured options teach consequences and boundaries, balancing control with parental guidance.