

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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Jun 15, 2020 • 10min
1648: The Sense of Loss in a Big Adventure by Chris Guillebeau on Living In The Moment & Gratitude
Chris Guillebeau shares his thoughts on the sense of loss in a big adventure.Episode 1648: The Sense of Loss in a Big Adventure by Chris Guillebeau on Living In The Moment & GratitudeChris Guillebeau is a New York Times bestselling author and modern-day explorer. He is the author of 5 books and his daily podcast, Side Hustle School, is downloaded more than 2 million times a month. Every summer in Portland, Oregon, Chris hosts the World Domination Summit, a gathering of creative, remarkable people with thousands in attendance. Chris is also the founder of Pioneer Nation, Unconventional Guides, the Travel Hacking Cartel, and numerous other projects. During a lifetime of self-employment that included a four-year commitment as a volunteer executive in West Africa, he visited every country in the world (193 in total) before his 35th birthday.The original post is located here: https://chrisguillebeau.com/the-sense-of-loss-in-a-big-adventure/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 14, 2020 • 11min
1647: The New Currency by Andrew James of Establishing The Self on The Importance of Time Over Money
Andrew James of Establishing The Self shares his thoughts on the new currency.Episode 1647: The New Currency by Andrew James of Establishing The Self on The Importance of Time Over MoneyEstablishing the Self is a frequently updated collection of philosophically themed short essays aimed at interpreting the Human Condition as well as encouraging self-improvement, self-betterment, and self-preservation.The original post is located here: https://www.establishingtheself.com/home/the-new-currencyVisit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 13, 2020 • 9min
1646: We Can Run But We Can't Hide by Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui of A Life In Progress on Reflection & Personal Growth
Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui of A Life In Progress shares her thoughts on reflection.Episode 1646: We Can Run But We Can't Hide by Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui of A Life In Progress on Reflection & Personal GrowthKrista 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/can-run-cant-hide/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 12, 2020 • 9min
1645: Reframe Your Stress so You Can Accomplish What You Truly Desire by Karl Staib of Bring Gratitude
Karl Staib of Bring Gratitude shares his thoughts on reframing your stress so that you can accomplish what you truly desire.Episode 1645: Reframe Your Stress so You Can Accomplish What You Truly Desire by Karl Staib of Bring GratitudeKarl Staib is an author that seeks out growth at every turn. It's why he writes. He wants to process his thoughts and emotions, learn from them and share them with the world. He grew up in a little town in Pennsylvania called Pipersville. He moved to Austin, TX in this mid twenties and now he is living in San Antonio with his wife and two boys. If you enjoy his writing, he encourages you to reach out to him at BringGratitude.com. He wants to hear about how you've learned to grow from your own struggles. When his father passed it was focusing on gratitude that helped him get through one of the most difficult times in his life. It taught him the importance of bringing gratitude to every single situation. Whether it's a difficult situation like his father's death or amazing one like drinking ice cold tea by the river with his son. That's why he wants to bring more gratitude into the workplace. His work inside a fortune 500 company that regularly ranks in top 10 for best place to work has shown him the importance of gratitude and how it increases productivity and communication. If you want to learn more just go to BringGratitude.com. He is also a big fan of traveling, meditation, Yoga, hikes in lush terrain and his family.The original post is located here: https://bringgratitude.com/reframe-your-stress-so-you-can-accomplish-what-you-truly-desire/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 11, 2020 • 7min
1644: Look It Up and Learn by Michaela Newey with The Good Life Manifesto on How To Have A Growth Mindset & Confidence
Michaela Newey with The Good Life Manifesto shares her thoughts on learning.Episode 1644: Look It Up and Learn by Michaela Newey with The Good Life Manifesto on How To Have A Growth Mindset & ConfidenceLudovic is the visionary and founder of The Good Life Manifesto. The Manifesto has been created over his life so far, from a very early age. Influenced by his life experiences and growing up with the advice of his very money savvy mother, Ludovic not only helms The Good Life Manifesto, but also provides guidance on personal development and finance. Ludovic loves to travel, and has a great passion for animals in general and birds in particular, and he has many birds living and traveling with him. He also loves to eat a lot more than one would think!The original post is located here: https://www.thegoodlifemanifesto.com/look-it-up/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 10, 2020 • 11min
1643: My Reality or Yours by Steve Pavlina on Objective Thinking & Belief Systems
Steve Pavlina shares his thoughts on objective thinking.Episode 1643: My Reality or Yours by Steve Pavlina on Objective Thinking & Belief SystemsSteve 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://www.stevepavlina.com/blog/2005/03/my-reality-or-yours/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 9, 2020 • 10min
1642: 8 Signs You're A Perfectionist by Mia of She Dreams All Day on Finding Your Own Path to Personal Growth
Mia of She Dreams All Day shares 8 signs you're a perfectionist.Episode 1642: 8 Signs You're A Perfectionist by Mia of She Dreams All Day on Finding Your Own Path to Personal GrowthShe Dreams All Day is a personal development and productivity blog designed to help you achieve your biggest goals and your wildest dreams. Created by Mia, a constant creative dreamer, now out to help other dreamers.The original post is located here: https://shedreamsallday.com/signs-youre-a-perfectionist/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 8, 2020 • 8min
1641: What Taking A Break Can Teach You About Self Care by Randi Kay of Naturally Randi Kay on Mental Health Reset
Randi Kay of Naturally Randi Kay shares what taking a break can teach you about self care.Episode 1641: What Taking A Break Can Teach You About Self Care by Randi Kay of Naturally Randi Kay on Mental Health ResetRandi Kay is on a mission to shift the health culture by educating and empowering you to make every area of life a healing opportunity.She would like to offer you knowledge and tangible tools to use to make self care a way of life. To make it a ritual and a practice as common as brushing your teeth.Self care isn't some fluffy spa treatment or some idea that stays in the land of hopes and dreams. It's real and available to you right now. And she's here to give you some guidance, support, and a place to start.The original posts are located here:http://www.naturallyrandikay.com/blog/selfcarebreaksVisit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 7, 2020 • 13min
1640: A Guide to Overcoming Procrastination & Finding Focus by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Mindfulness Practice
Leo Babauta of Zen Habits shares a guide to overcoming procrastination and finding focus.Episode 1640: A Guide to Overcoming Procrastination & Finding Focus by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Mindfulness PracticeLeo 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: http://zenhabits.net/focusguideVisit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 6, 2020 • 9min
1639: Make Your Everyday Place Your Happy Place by Jay & Heather Harrington of Life And Whim on Mental Health
Jay and Heather Harrington of Life and Whim on making your everyday place your happy place.Episode 1639: Make Your Everyday Place Your Happy Place by Jay & Heather Harrington of Life And Whim on Mental HealthJay and Heather Harrington are the husband and wife team behind Life and Whim. They started Life and Whim after moving their family to Traverse City, a small town on the shores of Lake Michigan, to break the script of their life and reimagine what's possible. They live in pursuit of a purposeful, meaningful, active, and simple life.The original post is located here: https://www.lifeandwhim.com/first-moments-blog/2019/make-everyday-place-your-happy-placeVisit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


