Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting

Optimal Living Daily | Greg Audino

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Dec 26, 2023 • 9min

2011: How Focusing on the Bigger Picture Can Help Your Relationship by Dr. Lisa Firestone of Psych Alive on Relationship Improvement

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 2011: Dr. Lisa Firestone's insights in "How Focusing on the Bigger Picture Can Help Your Relationship" guide couples in enhancing their relationship by emphasizing the importance of big-picture thinking. She encourages focusing on mutual goals, cultivating gratitude, and not over-identifying with reactions to foster deeper understanding and a more fulfilling partnership. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.psychalive.org/how-focusing-on-the-bigger-picture-can-help-your-relationship/ Quotes to ponder: "It's surprising how reminding ourselves to see the bigger picture can help us act with more integrity and do more justice to our relationships." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 25, 2023 • 8min

2010: Soccer as a Metaphor For Life? by Kerri Richardson on Adaptability and Empathy

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 2010: Kerri Richardson's insightful piece, "Soccer as a Metaphor For Life," shared by her friend Tim, highlights the power of adaptability and understanding in human interactions. Tim's experiences in a new soccer game in Quito reflect broader life lessons about accommodating others' styles and preferences, emphasizing the importance of flexibility and empathy in both personal and professional relationships. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://kerririchardson.com/soccer-as-a-metaphor-for-life/ Quotes to ponder: "Adjusting to change, instead of resisting it, makes for a lot less suffering and the opening of great opportunities." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 24, 2023 • 11min

2009: You Care About So Much – But Do You Really by Ingrid Y. Helander on Emotional Well-Being

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 2009: Ingrid Y. Helander's insightful article, "You Care About So Much – But Do You Really," sheds light on the misconceptions between worrying and caring. Helander elucidates how worry often masks itself as care, creating a diluted form of genuine attention and love, ultimately leading to a disconnected state that drains our energy and affects those around us. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ingridyhelanderlmft.com/you-care-about-so-much-but-do-you-really/ Quotes to ponder: "Worrying may be the only way you express care about someone or something important to you." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 24, 2023 • 7min

2008: 11 Happiness Boosters by Rachel Shanken of Mind Body Wise on Self-Care

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 2008: Rachel Shanken's "11 Happiness Boosters" offers practical and simple strategies for enhancing happiness. From listening to uplifting music and spending time in nature to engaging in self-care activities, Shanken provides a variety of ways to elevate mood and well-being. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://mindbodywise.com/blog/happiness-quickies/ Quotes to ponder: "Your brain doesn't know the difference between if [someone you love] is standing right next to you or if they live far away, but it does know that this person makes you feel good." "Thinking about your long-term dreams and goals has been shown to give your brain a sense of increased control." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 23, 2023 • 10min

2007: A Psychologist Shares How Introverts Can Have a More Fulfilling Social Life by Dr. Perpetua Neo with Introvert Dear on Social Anxiety

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 2007: Dr. Perpetua Neo offers insightful strategies for introverts to enrich their social lives without feeling overwhelmed. By embracing their natural tendencies, setting boundaries, and balancing digital interactions, introverts can enjoy fulfilling social experiences tailored to their unique needs. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://introvertdear.com/news/tips-introverts-fulfilling-social-life/ Quotes to ponder: "The space between our expectations and reality is where we cause ourselves a lot of suffering." "Understanding that introversion is a form of neurodiversity that has its strengths can help you embrace something you were needlessly angry with yourself about." "Sometimes our exhaustion is about more than just our personality type." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 22, 2023 • 9min

2006: Make Your New Year's Resolutions a Family Affair by Kelsey Down with The Gottman Institute on Family Goals

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 2006: Kelsey Down, in collaboration with Gottman.com, provides a refreshing approach to New Year's resolutions by advocating for family involvement. Emphasizing the importance of realistic, measurable goals, Down suggests that family participation not only fosters a supportive environment but also enhances the likelihood of achieving these resolutions, making the journey towards personal improvement a collective and more fulfilling experience. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.gottman.com/blog/make-new-years-resolutions-family-affair/ Quotes to ponder: "To make this year the year you actually follow through with your goals, make it a family affair." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 21, 2023 • 8min

2005: Marriage Diaries: How Having a Baby Has Affected Us by Kaitlyn with Erica Layne.co on Parenthood Challenges

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 2005: Kaitlyn's heartfelt narrative on Erica Layne's platform explores the profound impact of welcoming her daughter Rilynn on her marriage with Ryan. Despite the challenges and adjustments, their journey into parenthood has deepened their love, taught them selflessness, and brought immense joy and strength to their relationship. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ericalayne.co/how-having-baby-affected-us/ Quotes to ponder: "But having a baby will never be something you regret. It is the greatest decision that we ever made." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 20, 2023 • 8min

2004: The 5 Things We're All Fighting For in Marriage by Dr. Kelly Flanagan on Emotional Needs in 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 2004: Dr. Kelly Flanagan delves into the essence of marriage, highlighting five core emotional needs: Connectedness, Priority, Affirmation, Equality, and Freedom. These needs, often shaped by our childhood experiences and unspoken wounds, play a crucial role in marital dynamics and personal fulfillment. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://drkellyflanagan.com/the-5-things-were-all-fighting-for-in-marriage/ Quotes to ponder: "The great question of marriage is not: how can I act—or not act—like my parents did in their marriage? The great question is this: what emotional needs did my parents leave me with as a child, and how am I trying to get those needs met in my marriage today?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 19, 2023 • 9min

2003: 7 Simple Ways to Be More You by Courtney Carver of Be More With Less on Self-Discovery and Simplicity

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 2003: Courtney Carver's insightful article encourages self-discovery and authenticity through simplicity. She emphasizes the profound impact of reducing clutter and stress in our lives, not just externally but internally, enabling us to reconnect with our true selves and enhance our relationships and work. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://bemorewithless.com/more-you/ Quotes to ponder: "Living outside of yourself is exhausting. It will break you down." "With each thing, obligation, or assumption I let go of, I remembered who I was." "The more me I am, the easier it is to know what's right for me." Episode references: The Artist's Way: https://www.amazon.com/Artists-Way-Spiritual-Higher-Creativity/dp/0143129252 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 18, 2023 • 9min

2002: People Make Time For Who They Want by Rebecca Crespo of Minimalism Made Simple on Personal Priorities

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 2002: Rebecca Crespo's insightful article on Minimalism Made Simple delves into the complex dynamics of prioritizing relationships, highlighting the importance of understanding personal priorities, emotional connections, and mutual benefits in shaping our interactions. It emphasizes the significance of making time for meaningful relationships, the consequences of neglect, and offers practical advice on setting priorities and boundaries to nurture valuable connections. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.minimalismmadesimple.com/home/people-make-time-for-who-they-want/ Quotes to ponder: "People have different priorities in life, and they make time for the things and people that matter to them." "It's important to remember that everyone has different priorities and needs, and it's okay if someone doesn't make time for you." "People also make time for those who provide them with mutual benefit." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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