Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting

Optimal Living Daily | Greg Audino

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Sep 12, 2025 • 7min

2726: How To Use Empathy Even When You Don't Think You Can by Adina Soclof of Parenting Simply

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 2726: Adina Soclof explains how empathy strengthens parent-child relationships by helping children regulate emotions, build resilience, and develop social and academic skills. She addresses common barriers parents face, such as empathy feeling unnatural, permissive, or limiting, and offers practical examples of how to combine empathy with guidance, boundaries, and respect. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://parentingsimply.com/how-to-use-empathy-in-the-most-difficult-parenting-situations/ Quotes to ponder: "Children of empathetic parents are better able to manage their own difficult emotions, can soothe themselves, and get angry less often." "When parents listen and empathize, it does not mean that they are condoning negative behavior." "It is important to remember that empathy does not mean that you agree with what your child is telling you." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 11, 2025 • 7min

2725: How to Encourage Kids to Clean and Declutter their Spaces by Rachel Jones of Nourishing Minimalism

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 2725: Rachel Jones offers practical strategies to help children embrace decluttering without conflict, focusing on building lifelong habits around responsibility and organization. By modeling behavior, breaking tasks into manageable steps, and connecting cleaning with meaningful rewards, she shows parents how to make tidying up less overwhelming and more empowering for kids. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nourishingminimalism.com/encourage-kids-clean-declutter/ Quotes to ponder: "Helping them to establish routines teaches them habits that will last a lifetime and will keep their space from ending up an overwhelming mess." "Specific directions make it clear what you expect from them. With time and practice, they'll know what to do." "Some are more prone to organization than others, but generally speaking, kids aren't born knowing how to clean and manage stuff." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 10, 2025 • 6min

2724: Are You "Too Needy"? By Alysha Jeney of Modern Love Counseling on Fear of Rejection and 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 2724: Alysha Jeney explores the stigma around being labeled "too needy" in relationships, showing how fear of rejection often leads people to suppress their true needs. She emphasizes that wanting reassurance and security is natural, and the key lies in expressing these needs vulnerably and responsibly, creating space for deeper connection rather than conflict. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.modernlovecounseling.com/too-needy/ Quotes to ponder: "You have the right to feel secure in your relationship, and believe it or not, we have to work together in order to achieve mutual security!" "You will always be perceived as 'too needy' or too much if you choose to not express your fears and needs in a calm, vulnerable way." "This version of requesting your needs is not 'too needy;' they are normal and healthy." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 9, 2025 • 7min

2723: 5 Signs You're Not Getting Enough Alone Time in Your Relationship by Danielle Dowling 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 2723: Danielle Dowling highlights how craving alone time in a relationship doesn't mean something is wrong, it can actually be a sign of balance and self-care. She shares five subtle indicators that space might be needed, from bickering over small things to losing touch with your passions, and encourages open communication to keep individuality and connection thriving. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://introvertdear.com/news/signs-alone-time-relationship/ Quotes to ponder: "Don't let what you love to do slip because of time spent with who you love." "If you no longer feel like yourself, but rather, like one-half of a partnership, then you likely need some time alone." "Distance actually can make both your and your partner's hearts grow fonder when that space is created with intention and communication." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 8, 2025 • 8min

2722: Living Together Before Marriage by Dr. Diana Kirschner of Love In 90 Days on Commitment and 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 2722: Dr. Diana Kirschner explores the growing trend of couples living together before marriage, highlighting surprising research on break-up rates, divorce, and the hidden emotional toll, especially for women. She emphasizes that lasting success in cohabitation depends less on convenience and more on a deep level of commitment, communication, and willingness to work through inevitable challenges. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://lovein90days.com/living-together-before-marriage/ Quotes to ponder: "About 53% of all first marriages were preceded by living together." "Most current studies show that if a person has lived with multiple partners, she/he will likely end up in a break-up or divorce." "A couple that is living together has to be more willing to work on the inevitable differences, disappointments, and setbacks that inevitably occur." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 7, 2025 • 7min

2721: My Boyfriend Still Has His Ex-Wife's Stuff by Melissa Josue of Melissa the Love Coach on Jealousy and Communication

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 2721: Melissa Josue offers a thoughtful lens on relationship insecurity, encouraging readers to explore the deeper emotions behind jealousy or discomfort when remnants of a partner's past remain in the present. Instead of assuming lingering attachments, she emphasizes the importance of communication, self-awareness, and asking for reassurance to foster emotional clarity and trust. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://melissathelovecoach.com/my-boyfriend-still-has-his-ex-wifes-stuff/ Quotes to ponder: "He assured me he wasn't keeping it out of sentiment or pining for the past." "You have beliefs about these objects in his house and about what those objects mean. Are those beliefs TRUE?" "If you're feeling insecure, it's ok to ask for reassurance." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 7, 2025 • 7min

2720: When Denis Met Patty by Nicholas Kraft with Live Happy on How To Choose Growth, Connection and Joy

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 2720: Nicholas Kraft captures a moving dialogue between Denis Waitley and Patty Aubery, showing how gratitude, resilience, and perspective shape a fulfilling life. Their exchange offers powerful reminders that even in difficult times, we can choose growth, connection, and joy. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://livehappy.com/when-denis-met-patty/ Quotes to ponder: "Gratitude is the beginning of greatness." "You can't always control what happens to you, but you can control how you respond." "Happiness is not a destination; it's a way of traveling." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 6, 2025 • 7min

2719: Why Certain Men Will Never Do Well With Women - And What You Can Learn From Them by Evan Marc Katz

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 2719: Evan Marc Katz shares a revealing coaching experience with a man who blames women for his dating struggles, highlighting the deeper truth that real change begins within. His story serves as a mirror, urging us to question where in our own lives we might be playing the victim instead of taking ownership and adapting for better results. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.evanmarckatz.com/blog/dating-tips-advice/why-certain-men-will-never-do-well-with-women-and-what-you-can-learn-from-them Quotes to ponder: "I hate to tell you, my friend, but the problem isn't with all the women in Seattle. The ONLY thing we can do is change how YOU'RE approaching dating." "What I'm telling you, James, is that you're the common denominator in your life." "Your job isn't to CHANGE men. It's to become the kind of woman who UNDERSTANDS men, ATTRACTS men, KEEPS men happy, and CHOOSES good men." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 5, 2025 • 7min

2718: [Part 2] How to Talk So Your Kids Will Listen; and Listen When Your Kids Talk by Kristena Eden of Core Living Essentials

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 2718: Kristena Eden explains how different parenting styles shape children's emotional strength, confidence, and ability to thrive. She emphasizes the importance of building an authoritative approach rooted in warmth, guidance, and respect, while also encouraging parents to understand their children's unique needs and abilities to create a nurturing environment for growth. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://corelivingessentials.com/how-to-talk-so-your-kids-will-listen-and-listen-when-your-kids-talk/ Quotes to ponder: "Showing them respect is the best way to teach them to respect others." "The biggest way to increase trust is to avoid being critical, but if there is a concern, discuss it and work together for solutions." "If their needs are fulfilled they are a lot happier and a lot less rebellious." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 4, 2025 • 7min

2717: [Part 1] How to Talk So Your Kids Will Listen; and Listen When Your Kids Talk by Kristena Eden of Core Living Essentials

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 2717: Kristena Eden explores how shifting our focus from control to connection can transform the way children respond to us. Drawing from a teacher's raw memoir of classroom struggles, she illustrates how authoritarian approaches often backfire, while attentive listening and trust-building open the door to cooperation, self-belief, and stronger relationships. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://corelivingessentials.com/how-to-talk-so-your-kids-will-listen-and-listen-when-your-kids-talk/ Quotes to ponder: "Time and time again I had been told, 'Those students are worthless and disrespectful children.'" "My ideal classroom, a pleasant place for learning, had become a war zone." "They lash out or they turn so far in that they are very hard to reach. They lose their identity and their belief in themselves." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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