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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Mar 27, 2019 • 9min
1202: When the Pursuit of Greatness Does More Harm Than Good AND Forget Yourself by Lori Deschene of Tiny Buddha
2 posts from Lori Deschene of Tiny Buddha on the harm of the pursuit of greatness and on forgetting yourself.Episode 1202: When the Pursuit of Greatness Does More Harm Than Good AND Forget Yourself by Lori Deschene of Tiny BuddhaLori Deschene is the founder of Tiny Buddha and Recreate Your Life Story, an online course that helps you let go of the past and live a life you love. Her latest book: Tiny Buddha's Gratitude Journal, which includes 15 coloring pages, is now available for purchase. For daily wisdom, follow Tiny Buddha on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram.The original posts are located here:https://tinybuddha.com/blog/when-the-pursuit-of-greatness-does-more-harm-than-good/ & https://tinybuddha.com/blog/do-happy-forget-yourself/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 26, 2019 • 10min
1201: How Top Performers Use Positive Psychology (Even When Things Are Bad) by Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You To Be Rich
Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You to be Rich shares how top performers use positive psychology even when things are bad.Episode 1201: How Top Performers Use Positive Psychology (Even When Things Are Bad) by Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You To Be RichRamit wants to use money to say YES. He knew there was a better way to live a rich life—if we could use psychology to focus on what actually works. Not just for personal finance, but all aspects of life: money, careers, relationships, business, fitness, and more.Since then, he's been testing and sharing his findings with the world via I Will Teach You To Be Rich.He's also written a New York Times bestselling book, been profiled in a 6-page Fortune article, and been pictured next to Warren Buffett in Forbes Magazine, as well as been featured by a long list of media, including the Wall Street Journal, ABC News, NPR, Fox Business, PBS, CNBC, and more. He also has tons of documented success stories—more than 20,000.The original post is located here: https://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/blog/positive-pyschology/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 25, 2019 • 11min
1200: Hygge vs Minimalism by Shawna Scafe of Simple On Purpose on Simple Living & Intentionality
Shawna Scafe of Simple On Purpose shares her thoughts on hygge vs minimalism.Episode 1200: Hygge vs Minimalism by Shawna Scafe of Simple On Purpose on Simple Living & IntentionalityShawna 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/hygge-vs-minimalism/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 24, 2019 • 10min
1199: Spur of the Moment by Tynan on Quick Decision Making Skills & Enjoying Life
Tynan shares his thoughts on spur of the moment decisions.Episode 1199: Spur of the Moment by Tynan on Quick Decision Making Skills & Enjoying LifeTynan 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: http://tynan.com/spurVisit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 23, 2019 • 12min
1198: How to Keep Emotions From Running Your Life by David Cain of Raptitude on Emotional Freedom & Meditation
David Cain of Raptitude shares how to keep emotions from running your life.Episode 1198: How to Keep Emotions From Running Your Life by David Cain of Raptitude on Emotional Freedom & MeditationDavid 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/2017/02/how-to-keep-emotions-from-running-your-life/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 22, 2019 • 8min
1197: Planning for the Fire by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle on Minimalism & Simple Living
Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle shares his thoughts on planning for the fire.Episode 1197: Planning for the Fire by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle on Minimalism & Simple LivingColin Wright is a professional author and international speaker who co-founded a publishing company and travels full-time, moving to a new country every four months or so--that country determined by the votes of his readers! He also blogs.Colin's a minimalist in that he owns very few things and is careful in how he consumes. He tends to buy less, but invest in quality when he does, and trends toward the same in relationships, business endeavors, and just about everything else.He's left-handed, blue-eyed, scary good at Tetris, and can’t cook.The original post is located here: https://exilelifestyle.com/planning-fire/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 21, 2019 • 10min
1196: How to Master the Art of Living by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Mindfulness & Letting Go of Expectations
Leo Babauta of Zen Habits shares how to master the art of living.Episode 1196: How to Master the Art of Living by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Mindfulness & Letting Go of ExpectationsLeo 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/masteryVisit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 20, 2019 • 10min
1195: Triple Your Personal Productivity by Steve Pavlina on Time Management & Batching for Efficiency
Steve Pavlina shares how to triple your personal productivity.Episode 1195: Triple Your Personal Productivity by Steve Pavlina on Time Management & Batching for EfficiencySteve 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/triple-your-personal-productivity/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 19, 2019 • 9min
1194: How To Go From Successful To Very Successful (and why most people can't do it) by Benjamin Hardy
Benjamin Hardy shares how to go from successful to very successful and why most people can't do it.Episode 1194: How To Go From Successful To Very Successful (and why most people can't do it) by Benjamin HardyBenjamin 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://medium.com/@benjaminhardy/how-to-go-from-successful-to-very-successful-and-why-most-people-cant-do-it-eab95f82be53Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 18, 2019 • 9min
1193: Experiences, Not Things by Ali Cornish with Everthrive on Minimalism Travel & Happiness
Ali Cornish of Everthrive shares her thoughts on the benefits of choosing experiences over things.Episode 1193: Experiences, Not Things by Ali Cornish with Everthrive on Minimalism Travel & HappinessAli Cornish created Everthrive as a response to the increasing pace, materialism, and detachment of today's society. Through words and photos, she brings awareness to the importance of living simply, healthfully, and authentically. Life can be better lived when we disconnect from distraction, slow down, and focus on what is truly important.In addition to managing and contributing to Everthrive, she also helps others create compelling content for websites, campaigns, and social media ventures through The Media Acorn.The original post is located here: http://everthrive.org/blog/2017/3/1/experiences-not-thingsVisit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
