Optimal Living Daily - Personal Development and Self-Improvement

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.

Mark Manson tells us how we can grow from our pain. This is part 1 of 2.Episode 2840: [Part 1] How to Grow from Your Pain by Mark Manson on Understanding Your Trauma and Overcoming DepressionMark Manson was a full-time professional dating coach for men from 2008 until 2011. Sick of the industry, he wrote his first book, Models: Attract Women Through Honesty, and changed the name and focus of his business to address broader self-development topics for men. The book took off, selling tens of thousands of copies. As he branched out into deeper issues of masculinity, self-worth, and the changing cultural landscape, the site grew.By 2013, he had begun writing about larger cultural issues — gender relations, happiness, ambition, life purpose, and cultural perspectives he had gathered while living in various countries around the world. Despite the fact that the business was still directed at men, thousands of women began reading and asking for advice as well.That same year, he made the leap to his own site and domain, broadening the demographics of his audience. The site exploded, garnering millions of views each month.Check out his book, The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F--- on his site or Amazon.The original post is located here: https://markmanson.net/how-to-grow-from-your-painVisit 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

Courtney Carver, known for simplifying life, shares 10 practical tips to worry less and handle stress. She focuses on being present, prioritizing health, and finding love. Worrying affects sleep and relationships. Strategies include writing thoughts down, helping others, and being healthy regardless of the situation. Excessive worry can lead to stress and harm, so taking action is important. She also recommends a money book and directs listeners to another podcast for finance-related tips.

Keith Wilson shares his thoughts on the scarcity mentalityEpisode 2838: Scarcity Mentality: Why You Aren't Happy When You've Got it So Good by Keith WilsonKeith Wilson is a licensed mental health counselor and certified alcohol and substance abuse counselor in New York State, with more than 30 years experience. Keith has done a lot of writing about ways to improve your relationships and become the person you would like to be. His newest book is The Road to Reconciliation: A Comprehensive Guide to Peace When Relationships Go Bad.The original post is located here: https://keithwilsoncounseling.com/2015/04/17/scarcity-mentality-why-you-arent-happy-when-youve-got-it-so-good/ 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

Erica Layne, founder of The Life On Purpose Movement, shares insights on detangling productivity and self-worth. She discusses the dangers of constantly valuing productivity, reevaluating its importance, and the impact on appreciating the present. Reflect on the dynamics of family gatherings and the dedication of Erica's mom and grandma in maintaining traditions.

Mary-Lynn Johnson, life tips and strategies to boost confidence. Strategies include setting and achieving small goals, practicing self-care, surrounding yourself with supportive people, and more. Importance of regular practice, mindfulness, and a positive mindset for building and maintaining confidence.

Discover the advantages of decluttering over organizing, including increased physical space, calmness, and efficiency. Learn about the downsides of only organizing without decluttering and the benefits of decluttering, such as having less stuff to clean and look after. Find out why it's better to declutter instead of organize and how it can simplify your home and reduce stress levels.

Steve Kamb, Founder of Nerd Fitness, shares how to be like Groot for effective workouts, embracing slow and consistent growth, and the importance of steady progress in fitness.

Anthony Ongaro, an expert on building successful habits, shares a simple approach to long-term goals. He discusses the concept of the Twitch and how it impacts impulse spending, social media usage, and smartphone habits. Ongaro emphasizes the importance of minimizing distractions, taking small steps, and celebrating good habits. He also highlights the power of aligning short-term actions with long-term vision for transforming habits and improving life.

James Altucher, an American hedge fund manager, entrepreneur, bestselling author, and podcaster talks about striving for progress rather than perfection. He shares his personal experiences of facing failures, starting businesses, and achieving success as a web developer. The chapter also highlights the significance of progress, practice, and persistence in various aspects of life.