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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Oct 22, 2021 • 8min
2142: Welcome to the Post-Productivity World by Cal Newport on Self-Improvement & Personal Development
Cal Newport of the Study Hacks blog welcomes us to the post-productivity worldEpisode 2142: Welcome to the Post-Productivity World by Cal Newport on Self-Improvement & Personal DevelopmentCal Newport is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Georgetown University, who specializes in the theory of distributed algorithms. He previously earned his Ph.D. from MIT in 2009 and graduated from Dartmouth College in 2004.In addition to studying the theoretical foundations of our digital age as a professor, Newport also writes about the impact of these technologies on the world of work.His most recent book, Deep Work, argues that focus is the new I.Q. in the knowledge economy, and that individuals who cultivate their ability to concentrate without distraction will thrive.The original post is located here: https://www.calnewport.com/blog/2011/11/05/welcome-to-the-post-productivity-world/ 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
Oct 21, 2021 • 12min
2141: Only 1% of Americans Do This Essential Daily Habit by Benjamin Hardy on Building New Habits & Decision-Making
Benjamin Hardy talks about the essential daily habit that barely anyone doesEpisode 2141: Only 1% of Americans Do This Essential Daily Habit by Benjamin Hardy on Building New Habits & Decision-MakingBenjamin Hardy has been the top writer on Medium.com since late 2015. He focuses on self-improvement, motivation, and entrepreneurship. His writing is fueled by his personal experiences, self-directed education, and formal education. His research focuses on the psychological differences of "wantrepreneurs" and actual entrepreneurs. He lives in Clemson, South Carolina with his wife and they are the foster parents of 3 children.The original post is located here: https://bettermarketing.pub/1-of-americans-do-this-essential-daily-habit-1c1650724740 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
Oct 20, 2021 • 10min
2140: 3 Useful Tips to Help You Stop Feeling Overwhelmed With Work by The NeuroGym Team of My NeuroGym
The NeuroGym Team shares 3 useful tips to help you stop feeling overwhelmed with workEpisode 2140: 3 Useful Tips to Help You Stop Feeling Overwhelmed With Work by The NeuroGym Team of My NeuroGymNeuroGym applies scientifically-proven methods and technologies for helping people expand their mental and emotional power to reach their fullest potential. Their Mission is to be the leading provider of life transforming technology, products and services to help individuals and corporations maximize their performance and potential.The original post is located here: https://blog.myneurogym.com/stop-feeling-overwhelmed-with-work 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
Oct 19, 2021 • 9min
2139: Enough Already - Thoughts on Leading a Satisfying Life by Helene Massicotte of Free To Pursue on Positive Mindset
Helene Massicotte of Free To Pursue shares her thoughts on leading a satisfying lifeEpisode 2139: Enough Already - Thoughts on Leading a Satisfying Life by Helene Massicotte of Free To Pursue on Positive MindsetHelene Massicotte blogs about living life on your terms and experiencing true personal freedom. She describes herself as a person in search of all that life has to offer and who has built a life that enables her to do just that. No more, no less. She chose to retire from corporate life in her mid-thirties because it wasn't in line with what she wanted anymore.The original post is located here: http://www.freetopursue.com/blog/enough-already 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
Oct 18, 2021 • 9min
2138: What a Clogged Sink Taught Me About Minimalism by Rose Lounsbury on Simple Living & Personal Growth
Rose Lounsbury shares a lesson that a clogged sink taught her about minimalismEpisode 2138: What a Clogged Sink Taught Me About Minimalism by Rose Lounsbury on Simple Living & Personal GrowthRose Lounsbury is a keynote speaker, Amazon bestselling author, simplicity coach, and still-sane mom of triplets. (Yes, you heard that right!) She helps overwhelmed people create open spaces in their homes, workspaces, and more importantly–their minds–by letting go of the excess stuff that gets in the way. Rose started her own simplicity journey in 2012, after getting fed up with spending all of her free time dealing with my stuff. As she slowly let go of everything that didn’t matter to her, she discovered some amazing things: free time, peace of mind, & clarity. Rose became a simplicity coach to help others do the same thing.The original post is located here: https://roselounsbury.com/clogged-sink-minimalism/ 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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Oct 17, 2021 • 11min
2137: [Part 2] 11 Things That Will Help You Get Through Tough Times In Life by Sabrina of The Budding Optimist
Sabrina of The Budding Optimist shares 11 things that will help you get through tough times. This is part 2 of 2.Episode 2137: [Part 2] 11 Things That Will Help You Get Through Tough Times In Life by Sabrina of The Budding OptimistSabrina is a two-time Leukemia survivor, the recipient of a Bone Marrow Transplant, and a person living with a rare, progressive, and irreversible lung condition called Bronchiolitis Obliterans.But more importantly, she is a Foodie, a Traveller, a Health Enthusiast, and an Aspiring Writer. She is also what she calls a “Budding Optimist”.Her goal is to live a healthy life filled with an abundance of joy and optimism.The original post can be found here: https://buddingoptimist.com/tough-times/ 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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Oct 16, 2021 • 10min
2136: [Part 1] 11 Things That Will Help You Get Through Tough Times In Life by Sabrina of The Budding Optimist
Sabrina of The Budding Optimist shares 11 things that will help you get through tough times. This is part 1 of 2.Episode 2136: [Part 1] 11 Things That Will Help You Get Through Tough Times In Life by Sabrina of The Budding OptimistSabrina is a two-time Leukemia survivor, the recipient of a Bone Marrow Transplant, and a person living with a rare, progressive, and irreversible lung condition called Bronchiolitis Obliterans.But more importantly, she is a Foodie, a Traveller, a Health Enthusiast, and an Aspiring Writer. She is also what she calls a “Budding Optimist”.Her goal is to live a healthy life filled with an abundance of joy and optimism.The original post can be found here: https://buddingoptimist.com/tough-times/ 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
Oct 15, 2021 • 8min
2135: Prepaving Your Yellow Brick Road by Shana Olmstead on Anxiety Treatment and Congratulating Yourself
Shana Olmstead helps you congratulate yourself and treat your anxietyEpisode 2135: Prepaving Your Yellow Brick Road by Shana Olmstead on Anxiety Treatment and Congratulating YourselfShana Olmstead's passion and life's work is connecting with people and helping them to believe the best about themselves. Her own process of spiritual awakening 15 years ago, and the personal transformation she has had since then has helped her to understand that her true calling in this lifetime is to help awaken the souls of others. She believes everyone is capable of transformation.The original post is located here: https://shanaolmstead.com/2019/09/30/prepaving-your-yellow-brick-road/ 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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Oct 14, 2021 • 11min
2134: 5 Simple Steps to Help You Change A Lifestyle Habit by Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui of A Life in Progress
Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui of A Life In Progress offers 5 simple steps to help you change a lifestyle habitEpisode 2134: 5 Simple Steps to Help You Change A Lifestyle Habit by Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui of A Life in ProgressKrista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui's mission as a Joyful Living Educator is to help messy humans like herself quiet the noise of perfectionism, comparison and fear to show up fully to their imperfect and beautiful lives and/or businesses. Her message can be summed up in 3 sentences: You're imperfect; Life is messy; Show up anyway. Krista will help you figure out how. She has a new Seasonal Mindfulness Journal available here: https://www.alifeinprogress.ca/52-mondays/The original post is located here: https://www.alifeinprogress.ca/quit-a-habit/ 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
Oct 13, 2021 • 12min
2133: Building Your Routine by Danae Smith of This Wondrous Life on Loving and Creating New Habits
Danae Smith of This Wondrous Life teaches you how to build a routine with habits you loveEpisode 2133: Building Your Routine by Danae Smith of This Wondrous Life on Loving and Creating New HabitsDanae Smith is East Coast born and raised, but a West Coast girl at heart, She is the founder of This Wondrous Life, a lifestyle blog, rooted in pursuing a life lived simply, slowly, and with community.Over the years, Danae has found her heart pulled so strongly towards living a slower, more simple life. In a time where we are inundated with the message of instant gratification; where success is defined by numbers and accolades, and social media has begun to define how we live our lives, She desires to build a space and create a culture that shows another way---a more simple and slow approach to life.The original post is located here: https://thiswondrouslife.com/twl/building-your-routine 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
