Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting

Optimal Living Daily | Greg Audino

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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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Jun 9, 2024 • 9min

2201: The Forgotten (But Essential) Foundation of a Powerful Marriage by Dr. Kelly Flanagan on Martial 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 2201: Dr. Kelly Flanagan reveals that communication, while important, is not the foundation of a powerful marriage. He argues that couples need to explore the deeper emotional roots of their conflicts, addressing unresolved childhood needs and traumas together to achieve genuine connection and healing. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://drkellyflanagan.com/the-disturbing-reason-your-marriage-isnt-joyful/ Quotes to ponder: "Great communication can only take us so far in marriage. The truth is, to take our marriages to the next level, we must be willing to go to the bottom level." "We must stop talking to one another, and we must begin feeling with each other." "May this be the year you join hands with your partner, descend into the darkness of your marital cellars, and surprisingly, joyfully, find there the light of grace and the glow of authentic connection." Episode references: The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work: https://www.amazon.com/Seven-Principles-Making-Marriage-Work/dp/0609805797 Hold Me Tight: https://www.amazon.com/Hold-Me-Tight-Conversations-Lifetime/dp/031611300X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 9, 2024 • 8min

2200: Transforming Worry into Loving Energy by Shana Olmstead on Anxiety Relief & Personal Transformation

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 2200: Shana Olmstead reminds us of the power of consistent spiritual practice to transform worry into loving energy. By focusing on high vibrational energy and sending positive thoughts, she illustrates how we can manifest positive outcomes and improve our well-being. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://shanaolmstead.com/2019/04/02/transforming-worry-into-loving-energy/ Quotes to ponder: "It's easy to forget our spiritual tools. Especially when we are tired, or stressed, or have PMS, or for any number of other reasons." "The truth to keep at top of mind is that we are lovely spiritual beings made of light. That the more we practice keeping ourselves at a high vibration, the more positive and magical our life becomes." "Worrying about a situation actually sends negative energy to it and makes it harder to resolve." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 8, 2024 • 8min

2199: What Tinder Tells You About Yourself by Evan Marc Katz on Online Dating Advice & Finding A Healthy 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 2199: Evan Marc Katz reflects on the impact of Tinder on modern dating, emphasizing how the app accelerates judgment based on superficial traits and class biases. By dissecting our subconscious preferences, he reveals how Tinder mirrors real-life snap judgments, highlighting the complexities and contradictions of instant attraction in the digital age. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.evanmarckatz.com/blog/online-dating-tips-advice/what-tinder-tells-you-about-yourself Quotes to ponder: "Essentially, we're constantly inventing narratives about the people who surround us. Tinder appears to encourage these narratives and crystallize the extrapolation process and package it into a five-second, low-stakes decision." "A 5-foot-7 male was 'too short.' A 39-year-old guy was decidedly 'too old' for Katie's 33 years. Another is bald; she decides him 'too' much so." "Tinder is by no means the cause of this decline. It simply encourages and quietly normalizes the assumptions that undergird it." Episode references: Marry Him: https://www.amazon.com/Marry-Him-Case-Settling-Mr/dp/0525951512 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 7, 2024 • 7min

2198: [Part 2] Foolproof Strategies for Getting Kids to Talk by Dr. Laura Markham of Peaceful Parent Happy Kids 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 2198: Dr. Laura Markham explores effective ways to foster open communication with children, emphasizing the importance of positive initiation, managing reactions to hurtful responses, and staying emotionally available. These strategies help build stronger relationships and create an environment where kids feel comfortable sharing. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.peacefulparenthappykids.com/read/foolproof-strategies-talk Quotes to ponder: "You're more likely to find the response you want if you can help your child remember why she likes you!" "Show your vulnerability and hurt. Say 'Ouch!' and turn away before you give in to the temptation to lash out." "Simply being in the same room can create the opportunity for interaction." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 6, 2024 • 7min

2197: [Part 1] Foolproof Strategies for Getting Kids to Talk by Dr. Laura Markham of Peaceful Parent Happy Kids 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 2197: Dr. Laura Markham shares practical strategies to encourage meaningful conversations with your children. By being present, asking open-ended questions, and avoiding unsolicited advice, parents can foster a closer bond and create an environment where kids feel comfortable opening up. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.peacefulparenthappykids.com/read/foolproof-strategies-talk Quotes to ponder: "Notice the little conversation openers your kids offer, and drop everything to respond, at least once they're past eight or so." "Questions that begin with 'Why' often make kids defensive; 'Why did you wear that?' won't work nearly as well as 'What do you think most of the kids will be wearing on the field trip?'" "Make sure you connect with each of your children every single day, alone, even if just for a short time." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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