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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Jul 30, 2023 • 9min
2850: How Saying No to Money is Saving Me Money by Ariel with Making Sense of Cents
Finance blogger Michelle Schroeder-Gardner, who paid off $38,000 in student debt in 7 months, discusses the value of saying no to money with Ariel. They explore the positive impact of prioritizing time over excessive spending and reflect on their own financial struggles.
Jul 30, 2023 • 8min
2849: What We Learn About Life from Fairy Tales by Jeff Goins of Goins Writer on How To Find Your Life Purpose
Best-selling author Jeff Goins discusses life lessons from fairy tales, exploring connections between unrealized dreams and our own lives. He emphasizes the power of stories and movies to inspire change, highlighting the importance of awareness and action in life.
Jul 29, 2023 • 12min
2848: 5 Ways to Create a to-do List for a Successful Future by Chalene Johnson on Productivity Advice & Techniques
Chalene Johnson of The Chalene Show offers 5 ways to create a better future right now.Episode 2848: 5 Ways to Create a to-do List for a Successful Future by Chalene Johnson on Productivity Advice & TechniquesChalene Johnson is a world-renowned motivational speaker with more than 30 years as a health expert. She is a New York Times best-selling author, health and lifestyle expert, and top health podcaster with over 20 million downloads of The Chalene Show. Tens of millions of people around the globe have transformed their bodies and their lives with her help, and her fitness programs have been featured in gyms and on TV for more than 12 years. She and Bret, her husband of over twenty years, are the founders of the SmartLife movement. Together, they have built and sold several multimillion-dollar lifestyle companies and helped countless people to do the same.The original post is located here: https://www.chalenejohnson.com/5-ways-to-create-a-to-do-list/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
Jul 28, 2023 • 12min
2847: Why There's Never Enough Time by David Cain
David Cain of Raptitude talks about why there's never enough timeEpisode 2847: Why There's Never Enough Time 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/2017/01/why-theres-never-enough-time/ 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
Jul 27, 2023 • 12min
2846: Three Ways You Might be Minimizing Your Trauma by Sara Stanizai of Prospect Therapy and Understanding Your Psychology
Psychotherapist Sara Stanizai discusses three ways individuals minimize trauma, including external factors like support systems and healthcare access, as well as internal factors such as emotional resilience and self-awareness. She explores the signs of minimizing trauma, the challenges of dealing with unresolved trauma, and the importance of recognizing and addressing trauma with safety and preparation. Stanizai emphasizes the need to identify areas where one might be minimizing traumatic experiences and highlights the significance of seeking help and validating the trauma of others.
Jul 26, 2023 • 11min
2845: What Is Motivation? You’ve Probably Been Thinking About It All Wrong by Nir Eyal
Nir Eyal talks about motivationEpisode 2845: What Is Motivation? You’ve Probably Been Thinking About It All Wrong by Nir EyalNir Eyal writes, consults, and teaches about the intersection of psychology, technology, and business. The M.I.T. Technology Review dubbed Nir, “The Prophet of Habit-Forming Technology.”Nir founded two tech companies since 2003 and has taught at the Stanford Graduate School of Business and the Hasso Plattner Institute of Design at Stanford. He is the author of the bestselling book, Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products.In addition to blogging at NirAndFar.com, Nir’s writing has been featured in The Harvard Business Review, TechCrunch, and Psychology Today.Nir is also an active investor in habit-forming technologies. Some of his past investments include: Eventbrite, Product Hunt, Pantry, Marco Polo, Presence Learning, 7 Cups, Pana, Symphony Commerce, Worklife (acquired by Cisco) and Refresh.io (acquired by LinkedIn).Nir attended The Stanford Graduate School of Business and Emory University.The original post is located here: https://www.nirandfar.com/what-is-motivation/ 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
Jul 25, 2023 • 11min
2844: Erase These Seven Toxic Words With a Growth Mindset by Molly Fletcher
Molly Fletcher, a trailblazer in business and sports, shares unconventional techniques for success. She discusses the toxic words to eliminate and how to cultivate a growth mindset for learning and performance. The chapter highlights an inspiring story of a cyclist's success through mindset and training, emphasizing the power of relationships, beliefs, and hard work.
Jul 24, 2023 • 10min
2843: When Minimizing Was The Only Option by Cheryl Smith
Cheryl Smith with No Sidebar talks about when minimizing was her only optionEpisode 2843: When Minimizing Was The Only Option by Cheryl Smith with No SidebarNo Sidebar was created by Brian Gardner and is all about designing a simpler life. He and the contributing authors want to help you figure out what's getting in your way, at home and at work. They want to help you let go of distractions, online and off–to turn down the noise that disrupts the quiet of your heart and soul.The original post is located here: https://nosidebar.com/job-outsourcing/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
Jul 23, 2023 • 9min
2842: Your Environment by Catherine of Common Sense Living on Personal Growth and Changing Your Environment
Catherine of Common Sense Living discusses the impact of environment on personal growth and changing your environment. She explores the challenges and opportunities of stepping into a new environment, physical movement for personal growth, overcoming limiting beliefs, nurturing your inner environment, and the role of others in your journey.
Jul 23, 2023 • 8min
2841: [Part 2] How to Grow from Your Pain by Mark Manson on Understanding Your Trauma and Overcoming Depression
Mark Manson, former professional dating coach turned self-development author, discusses growing from trauma, constructing a narrative, overcoming self-blame, finding support, and the power of sharing personal pain and overcoming taboos.
