Optimal Living Daily - Personal Development and Self-Improvement
Justin Malik
Join award-winning audiobook narrator Justin Malik in this personal growth accelerator, delivering bite-sized episodes each day that are rich with wisdom and practical advice. Optimal Living Daily features a carefully selected mix of articles from some of the most influential voices in self-help, covering topics like minimalism, productivity, mental health, and personal development. Each episode is thoughtfully narrated to not only inform but also inspire you to make meaningful changes in your life.Whether you're seeking motivation, clarity, or strategies to enhance your daily life, Optimal Living Daily is your go-to source for personal development. It’s not just a podcast; it’s a daily habit that empowers you to live your best life, one insightful and uplifting episode at a time. Dive into episodes that cover the essence of self-help, minimalism, and self-improvement, offering actionable steps to foster personal development.This podcast is designed for those passionate about personal development and minimalism, looking to integrate self-help strategies and self-improvement techniques into their daily routines. By focusing on personal development, each episode provides you with the tools needed for self-improvement and minimalism, transforming your life with every listen.Listen now, and become an OLD friend--your optimal life awaits...
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Sep 16, 2022 • 10min
2487: Approaching Life with Beginner’s Mind by Leo Babauta
Leo Babauta of Zen Habits helps you approach life with a beginner's mindEpisode 2487: Approaching Life with Beginner’s Mind by Leo BabautaLeo Babauta created Zen Habits, which is about finding simplicity and mindfulness in the daily chaos of our lives. It’s about clearing the clutter so we can focus on what’s important, create something amazing, find happiness.The original post is located here: https://zenhabits.net/beginner/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalLivingDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 15, 2022 • 9min
2486: Anxiety: Recognizing the Signs in Your Mind, Body, and Behavior by Dr. Susan Chanderbhan
Dr. Susan Chanderbhan of ChandPsych talks about recognizing the signs of anxietyEpisode 2486: Anxiety: Recognizing the Signs in Your Mind, Body, and Behavior by Dr. Susan ChanderbhanDr. Susan Chanderbhan is a psychologist in Laredo, Texas. She helps individuals and couples who are struggling in different areas of their lives gain the clarity they need to grow and change. Her practice is based largely around using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which the National Mental Health Institute (NIMH) notes to be proven by research as effective treatment for a variety of mental health issues that individuals often face, like anxiety, stress, depression, PTSD, and trauma. The original post is located here: https://www.chandpsych.com/blog/For companies of all sizes, Notion provides one central and customizable workspace that can be tailored to fit any team, and bring all teams together to get more done and move faster. Learn more and get started for free at Notion.com Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalLivingDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 14, 2022 • 9min
2485: Five Steps to Overcome The Fear of Giving Up Perfectionism by Dr. Margaret Rutherford
Dr. Margaret Rutherford discusses 5 steps for overcoming the fear of giving up perfectionismEpisode 2485: Five Steps to Overcome The Fear of Giving Up Perfectionism by Dr. Margaret RutherfordDr. Margaret Rutherford has been a psychologist in private practice for over twenty-five years. She's the author of “Perfectly Hidden Depression”, and hosts a weekly podcast, SelfWork with Dr. Margaret Rutherford, where she offers compassionate common-sense directions, ideas and goals toward the changes listeners want to make in healing. The original post can be found here: https://drmargaretrutherford.com/six-ways-to-overcome-the-fear-of-giving-up-perfectionism/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalLivingDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 13, 2022 • 11min
2484: Stay or Go Decisions by Steve Pavlina
Steve Pavlina talks about stay or go decisionsEpisode 2484: Stay or Go Decisions by Steve PavlinaSteve Pavlina is widely recognized as one of the most successful personal development bloggers on the Internet, with his work attracting more than 100 million visits to his website, StevePavlina.com. He has written more than 1300 articles and recorded many audio programs on a broad range of self-help topics, including productivity, relationships, and spirituality. Steve has been quoted as an expert by the New York Times, USA Today, U.S. News & World Report, the Los Angeles Daily News, Self Magazine, The Guardian, and countless other publications. He's also a frequent guest on popular podcasts and radio shows.The original post is located here: https://stevepavlina.com/blog/2020/01/stay-or-go-decisions/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalLivingDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 12, 2022 • 9min
2483: Minimalism is Not an End-Goal, it is a Tool by Shawna Scafe
Shawna Scafe of Simple On Purpose reminds us that minimalism is not an end-goal, but a toolEpisode 2483: Minimalism is Not an End-Goal, it is a Tool by Shawna ScafeShawna Scafe is a mom of three small kids who started blogging after her first son was born. She wanted to share her c-section story in order to help herself work through the disappointment she felt about it. She read a book on minimalism that changed how she viewed her life. She started asking questions about why we have so much, do so much, work so much and we feel so restless and overwhelmed. Shawna is trying to live life on purpose, set dreams and goals for herself as a mom, wife and woman and she is trying to share it openly with everyone.The original post is located here: https://simpleonpurpose.ca/minimalism-action-tool/ 4 out of 5 employers who post on ZipRecruiter get a quality candidate within the first day. Try it for free at ZipRecruiter.com/oldVisit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalLivingDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 11, 2022 • 12min
2482: When Grief's Second Wave Hits You by Shelby Forsythia
Shelby Forsythia shares her thoughts on when grief's second wave hits you.Episode 2482: When Grief's Second Wave Hits You by Shelby ForsythiaShelby Forsythia never intended to study grief, but now she is an Intuitive Grief Guide who speaks, writes, and teaches powerful truths about grief and loss.She is the podcast host of Coming Back: Conversations on Life After Loss where she and her guests tell the truth about life after death, divorce, diagnosis, and more.The original post is located here: https://medium.com/@shelbyforsythia/when-griefs-second-wave-hits-you-21685a61ddd1 Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalLivingDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 11, 2022 • 10min
2481: [Part 2] Three Typical Mistakes in Thinking About the Future by David Cain
David Cain of Raptitude shares three typical mistakes in thinking about the future. This is part 2 of 2.Episode 2481: [Part 2] Three Typical Mistakes in Thinking About the Future by David CainDavid Cain is a writer and entrepreneur living in Winnipeg, Canada. On a particular boring day at his office job in 2009, he started Raptitude. His interest has always been human society and the internal human experience, and Raptitude became his megaphone for his thoughts about those things. It found an audience rather quickly and it’s been central to his life ever since. In 2013, he left his day job to write full time.The original post is located here: https://www.raptitude.com/2010/07/three-typical-mistakes-in-thinking-about-the-future/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalLivingDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 10, 2022 • 9min
2480: [Part 1] Three Typical Mistakes in Thinking About the Future by David Cain
David Cain of Raptitude shares three typical mistakes in thinking about the future. This is part 1 of 2.Episode 2480: [Part 1] Three Typical Mistakes in Thinking About the Future by David CainDavid Cain is a writer and entrepreneur living in Winnipeg, Canada. On a particular boring day at his office job in 2009, he started Raptitude. His interest has always been human society and the internal human experience, and Raptitude became his megaphone for his thoughts about those things. It found an audience rather quickly and it’s been central to his life ever since. In 2013, he left his day job to write full time.The original post is located here: https://www.raptitude.com/2010/07/three-typical-mistakes-in-thinking-about-the-future/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalLivingDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 9, 2022 • 10min
2479: Your Own Standards by Tynan
Tynan talks about the importance of having your own standardsEpisode 2479: Your Own Standards by TynanTynan was named as one of the top 25 best bloggers in 2013 by Time Magazine. He believes in making deliberate decisions and breaking away from the herd mentality. He likes learning new things, building habits, exposing the world, connecting with awesome people, and creating good work. The New York Times Bestseller “The Game” featured him as one of the main characters, as he was one of the most famous pickup artists in the world. In 2008, he sold everything he owned and went on an extended world trip, becoming a fervent minimalist.Fun facts: he's a college dropout, was a professional poker player, Courtney Love was his roommate for 9 months, and he once built a swimming pool in his living room.The original post is located here: https://tynan.com/your-own-standards/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalLivingDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 8, 2022 • 11min
2478: 8 Ways to Simplify the Pursuit of Happiness by Marc Chernoff
Marc Chernoff of Marc and Angel shares 8 ways to simplify the pursuit of happinessEpisode 2478: 8 Ways to Simplify the Pursuit of Happiness by Marc ChernoffMarc and Angel Chernoff are professional coaches, full-time students of life, admirers of the human spirit, and have been recognized by Forbes as having “one of the most popular personal development blogs.” Through their blog, book, course and coaching, they’ve spent the past decade writing about and teaching proven strategies for finding lasting happiness, success, love and peace.The site has attracted over 100 million page views and 100 thousand subscribers since its inception in 2006.Their first book, “1,000 Little Things Happy, Successful People Do Differently“ is a focused collection of short, concise tips and reflections on the little things that make a huge difference in our daily lives. It’s available online at: marcandangel.com/book and on Amazon.The original post is located here: https://www.marcandangel.com/2013/01/07/8-ways-to-simplify-the-pursuit-of-happiness/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalLivingDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
