Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting

Optimal Living Daily | Greg Audino

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May 27, 2024 • 9min

2186: Not a Priority in His Life? How to Turn It Around by Melissa Audrey with MelissatheLoveCoach.com on Dating 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 2186: Melissa Audrey offers insightful advice to a woman dating a divorced dad, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing oneself and pursuing personal interests to improve self-worth and relationship dynamics. She highlights that a man will make time for what he truly values, and suggests focusing on creating a fulfilling life independently, thereby attracting healthy relationships naturally. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://melissathelovecoach.com/not-a-priority-in-his-life-how-to-turn-it-around/ Quotes to ponder: "When a man really wants to see a woman, absolutely nothing will stop him." "Focus on your own life and make it full and juicy independently of what the man in your life is doing." "Men like to feel that they're not responsible for making you happy. It makes them feel free and they're drawn to the glow you have when you're happy doing your own thing." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 26, 2024 • 9min

2185: Dealing with Conflict: Speak Up Before You Blow Up by Stephen Light with Tiny Buddha on 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 2185: Stephen Light's article on Tiny Buddha explores the challenges of being a people pleaser and the importance of asserting one's own needs. By understanding that conflict is natural and learning to voice opinions without fear, Light highlights a path to personal empowerment and healthier relationships. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://tinybuddha.com/blog/you-are-enough-speaking-up-without-blowing-up/ Quotes to ponder: "To be beautiful means to be yourself. You don't need to be accepted by others. You need to accept yourself." "Conflict is a natural disagreement resulting from individuals or groups that differ in attitudes, beliefs, values or needs." "I started seeing myself as being enough. When I recognized this and started behaving in this way, the world started seeing me as being enough." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 26, 2024 • 7min

2184: 7 Signs You're Ready To Refinance Your Student Loans by The Finance Twins on Personal Financial 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 2184: The Finance Twins from TheFinanceTwins.com share the critical signs that indicate you're ready to refinance your student loans. By understanding the benefits, maintaining a solid credit score, and having a steady income, you can make informed decisions to manage your debt effectively. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://thefinancetwins.com/7-signs-youre-ready-refinance-student-loans/ Quotes to ponder: "You can adjust your payments to fit your lifestyle, whether you want to pay more now to get them over with or create a lower monthly payment so you can get by until you earn more." "Lenders want to see that there's a low risk you'll be unable to pay and will default on your loans." "It's going to take a little bit of work to get the best deal." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 25, 2024 • 8min

2183: How Technology is Changing Dating by Philip Karahassan with PsychAlive on Relationship Advice & Modern 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 2183: Philip Karahassan explores how technology has revolutionized dating, highlighting how smartphones and apps offer unprecedented choice and convenience. He delves into the implications of this shift, from the gamification of dating to the impact on self-worth and relationship dynamics, emphasizing the need to remain mindful of deeper qualities in partners. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.psychalive.org/how-technology-is-changing-dating/ Quotes to ponder: "Now that we can interact with hundreds or thousands of people simultaneously, we've strengthened the impact that others have on our self-value." "Meeting someone used to be a unique experience in itself. The story of meeting to be regaled throughout one's relationship, the look, the spark, the connection which defined the early stages of the relationship." "Dating has changed from a 'romantic serendipitous meeting to a virtual shopping spree'." Episode references: Bad Boys: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/1332402 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 24, 2024 • 10min

2182: 5 Tips for Getting Closer to Your Young Adult by Dr. Jack Stoltzfus of Parents Letting Go 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 2182: Dr. Jack Stoltzfus shares five insightful tips for strengthening the bond between parents and their young adult children, emphasizing mutual understanding, open communication, and supportive actions. By "getting real" about their own experiences and fostering positive feedback, parents can walk beside their young adults, helping them navigate the journey to independence. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://parentslettinggo.com/4-tips-for-getting-closer-to-your-young-adult/ Quotes to ponder: "Getting closer in this new phase of the family life cycle means moving alongside them to support the development of their separate identity and their striving for greater autonomy." "By this, I mean being honest about our past and present worries, concerns, fears, shortcomings, mistakes, and lack of answers." "Listening nonjudgmentally and openly isn't new, but we often default to telling versus listening and asking." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 23, 2024 • 8min

2181: Who Is to Blame for All the Bullying by Allison Carmen on Parenting Advice & Raising Good Children

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 2181: Allison Carmen shares a personal story highlighting the subtle ways adults can model disrespect, a key component of bullying, even unintentionally. She reflects on her ten commandments for fostering love, kindness, and respect in her children, emphasizing the importance of leading by example to cultivate a more peaceful and compassionate society. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.allisoncarmen.com/who-is-to-blame-for-all-the-bullying/ Quotes to ponder: "I try never to put people down even when I am frustrated and angry. I allow no name-calling and I try to keep to the facts." "If I admire someone for something that they did or said, I tell them." "I try to be courteous and respectful to everyone I interact with all day long." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 22, 2024 • 11min

2180: [Part 2] 6 Signs You're in a Toxic Relationship by Mark Manson on Dating Advice & Unhealthy 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 2180: Mark Manson illuminates the negative dynamics of toxic relationships in his enlightening piece. He advises taking personal responsibility instead of projecting your emotional state onto your partner, highlighting the dangers of possessive jealousy, and the folly of using material gifts as solutions to deeper relational issues. His insights encourage readers to cultivate healthier, more self-aware relationships. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://markmanson.net/toxic-relationship-signs Quotes to ponder: "When you set a precedent that your partner is responsible for how you feel at all times, it can easily lead to a codependent relationship." "Rather than being loved enough, it's actually just controlling and manipulative." "Trust was broken? Talk about what it will take to rebuild it. Communicate!" Episode references: The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Now-Guide-Spiritual-Enlightenment/dp/1577314808 The Dance of Anger by Harriet Lerner: https://www.amazon.com/Dance-Anger-Changing-Patterns-Relationships/dp/0062319043 Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment and How It Can Help You Find - and Keep - Love by Amir Levine and Rachel Heller: https://www.amazon.com/Attached-Science-Adult-Attachment-YouFind/dp/1585429139 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 21, 2024 • 10min

2179: [Part 1] 6 Signs You're in a Toxic Relationship by Mark Manson on Unhealthy Relational Habits & Dating Issues

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 2179: In "6 Signs You're in a Toxic Relationship Part 1," Mark Manson of MarkManson.net delves into the subtle yet profound ways toxic behaviors manifest in relationships. By examining how society's norms and misguidance lead to unhealthy relational habits, Manson highlights the necessity of distinguishing between love and the essential pillars of respect, trust, and affection. This episode is a vital listen for anyone looking to understand or heal from the impacts of toxic relationships. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://markmanson.net/toxic-relationship-signs Quotes to ponder: "Love should not be the reason to stay in a relationship, because it can cloud our judgment in very important areas like respect, trust, and affection." "The relationship scorecard is a double-whammy of suckage. Not only are you deflecting the current issue by focusing on previous wrongs, but you're ginning up guilt and bitterness from the past to manipulate your partner into feeling bad in the present." "Being passive-aggressive shows that you are not comfortable communicating openly and clearly with your partner." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 20, 2024 • 8min

2178: 10 Questions Happy Couples Are Constantly Asking One Another by Anita Chlipala with Gottman on Healthy Marriage

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 2178: Anita Chlipala's article on Gottman.com suggests practical methods for deepening relationships through meaningful dialogues. Chlipala emphasizes that simple, deliberate conversations, rather than grand gestures, keep love thriving, presenting ten significant questions that couples should ask each other to maintain and enhance their connection. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.gottman.com/blog/10-questions-happy-couples-constantly-asking-one-another/ Quotes to ponder: "Maintaining real dialogue with each other is crucial; sorry, conversations about the dishwasher don't count." "Set aside time where you can focus on your partner without any distractions. Shut off the TV and put the cell phones in another room." "Let yourself be vulnerable. It's a pathway to intimacy and it helps you build and maintain trust." Episode references: First Comes Us: The Busy Couple's Guide to Lasting Love: https://www.amazon.com/First-Comes-Us-Couples-Lasting/dp/0692814965 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 19, 2024 • 8min

2177: How to Know Who Loves You Best by Dr. Kelly Flanagan on Relationship Counseling & Finding Lasting Love

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 2177: In "How to Know Who Loves You Best" by Dr. Kelly Flanagan, a heartwarming tale unfolds as a father observes the nuances of belonging and love through everyday moments with his family. Dr. Flanagan's insights into how our loved ones understand and accept us, despite our imperfections, illuminate the profound connections that define our closest relationships. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://drkellyflanagan.com/how-to-know-who-loves-you-best/ Quotes to ponder: "When my love has been an escalator, they've known I meant it to be an incubator." "A place of belonging happens when someone receives the words we've already said or the things we've already done and, sometimes, understands their meaning even better than we do." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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