The OptimalWork Podcast

This podcast discusses the basics of OptimalWork, its mission, and how it helps people on a path to self-mastery. It explores reframing, mindfulness, and challenge in the context of optimal work. The podcast also highlights behavioral improvements seen in initial master class users and compares them to Harvard students. It discusses next steps for individuals interested in optimal work and updates being made to the master class. The podcast also explores a new approach to growth in the corporate environment.

#88: Have you ever wondered whether you would be able to sustain a new habit over a long period of time? Have you ever felt an initial peak of optimism give way to a valley of despair? Join us as we discuss why this happens to some people, how this relates to a concept called psychological flexibility, and how to stay grounded during challenging times. Find more at https://www.OptimalWork.com.

#87: The goal of OptimalWork is to help people challenge themselves according to their highest ideals in each task. In this episode, we dive deeper into this core concept, showing how challenge is the surest path to growth. Find more at https://www.OptimalWork.com.

Learn how to shape your actions based on ideals to create a positive tone around you. Discover the significance of authentic positive emotions and self-awareness in interactions. Shift perspective to focusing on ideals and aim for traits such as patience, generosity, understanding, and love. Explore the importance of being present with others to create a positive tone. Get tips for making trips meaningful and surprising others with positive qualities.

#85: One of the least-discussed emotions may be the most powerful in bringing about well-being. When was the last time you were filled with awe? People may think of awe as a nice-to-have emotion, but not needed for living a good life. Recent research, however, suggests that awe may be essential to true thriving.

#84: We live in a society where, more and more, people are managing themselves: making decisions about what projects they’ll take on and how they will prioritize and spend their time. Essentialism is a book and a philosophy about how to thrive in this challenge — and it’s the topic of today’s episode. Find more at https://www.OptimalWork.com.

#83: Is it true that there are some jobs that are incompatible with being mindful? Is it possible that a person can practice mindfulness, only to discover it does not work for them? In this episode, we’ll show how mindfulness can be profitably practiced anywhere, by any one.

The hosts discuss the significance of reflecting on the past and how gratitude can deepen connections and make sense of our lives. They explore the definition of gratitude and its impact on building bonds with others. They also discuss the reasons for practicing gratitude, the role of a giver, and the transformative effects of gratitude journaling. The concept of reframing and its connection to gratitude is explored, along with the importance of practicing gratitude for both positive and challenging past experiences. Finally, they discuss the connection between gratitude, generosity, and appreciation for the present moment, and the profound impact of awe.

#81: On November 1, 2021, the founder of cognitive therapy, Dr. Aaron T. Beck, passed away. Dr. Kevin Majeres trained with Dr. Beck and reflects on his significance, both for the field of psychology and for his own work.

#80: Could there be a link between ego depletion and the increase of depression in modern times? We think there could be. But it’s not ego depletion itself; rather, it’s the theory of ego depletion that may be causing it. In this episode, we discuss what ego depletion is thought to be, and why implicit belief in it does more harm than good.