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 25, 2023 • 9min
2809: From Ignorance to Mastery: How Adults Learn by Seth Sinclair with MichaelMehlberg.com on Personal Growth Pursuit
Seth Sinclair with MichaelMehlberg.com shares how adults learn.Episode 2809: From Ignorance to Mastery: How Adults Learn by Seth Sinclair with MichaelMehlberg.com on Personal Growth PursuitMichael Mehlberg is an entrepreneur and certified agile project manager who specializes in productivity and organization systems. His blog, Modern da Vinci has been called "The Owners Manual to an Awesome Life" and helps high-achieving entrepreneurs master their life and business - crushing their goals, living their passion, and finding purpose, balance, and excellence in all they do.The original post is located here:https://michaelmehlberg.com/blog/2015/12/8/how-adults-learnVisit 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
Jun 24, 2023 • 10min
2808: Happy With The Best Possible Option by Tynan on How To Be More Optimistic & Be A Positive Person
Tynan on being happy with the best possible option.Episode 2808: Happy With The Best Possible Option by Tynan on How To Be More Optimistic & Be A Positive PersonTynan 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: https://tynan.com/bestpossible/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
Jun 23, 2023 • 9min
2807: The Passage of Time by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle on Being Present in Each Moment
Colin Wright, a professional author and international speaker, discusses the passage of time and the importance of being present in each moment. He explores the societal pressure of constant busyness, strategies for intentional time management, and the significance of mindfulness and monotasking.
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Jun 22, 2023 • 9min
2806: Live an Interesting Life (Not Just a Happy One) by Mike of This Evergreen Home on Making Good Life Choices
Mike, host of This EverGreen Home, discusses why living an interesting life is more important than just being happy. He explores the benefits of embracing boredom, cultivating curiosity, and finding fulfillment in new experiences. The speaker emphasizes the value of personal growth and shares practical tips on staying interested in life.
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Jun 21, 2023 • 9min
2805: Simple Living Isn’t Complicated. Modern Life Just Makes It Sound Like It Is by Charlie Brown
Charlie Brown of Simple and Straightforward talks about how easy it is to live a simple lifeEpisode 2805: Simple Living Isn’t Complicated. Modern Life Just Makes It Sound Like It Is by Charlie BrownSimple and Straightforward questions everything we think of as normal. This publication may have its roots in minimalism and simple living, but it goes so much beyond decluttering and living with less. It's about deciphering the complexities of modern life one article at a time. It covers:
Culture and society, especially their influence on our lives
Travel, specifically how travel can shape our perception of what is "normal"
Digital life, questioning our all-encompassing relationship with the online world
Food with a focus on recipes designed around reducing food waste
Highly curated recommendations for the best intentional living content on the internet
The original post is located here: https://medium.com/mind-cafe/simple-living-isnt-complicated-modern-life-just-makes-it-sound-like-it-is-e3a320b7c830Visit 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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Jun 20, 2023 • 12min
2804: Why It’s Okay to Feel Bad About Certain Things by Dr. Lisa Firestone of PsychAlive on Accepting Bad Feelings
Dr. Lisa Firestone talks about why it's ok to feel bad about certain thingsEpisode 2804: Why It’s Okay to Feel Bad About Certain Things by Dr. Lisa Firestone of PsychAlive on Accepting Bad FeelingsDr. Lisa Firestone is the Director of Research and Education at The Glendon Association. An accomplished and much requested lecturer, Dr. Firestone speaks at national and international conferences in the areas of couple relations, parenting, and suicide and violence prevention. Dr. Firestone has published numerous professional articles, including Conquer Your Critical Inner Voice (New Harbinger, 2002), Creating a Life of Meaning and Compassion: The Wisdom of Psychotherapy (APA Books, 2003) and The Self Under Siege (Routledge, 2012). The original post is located here: https://www.psychalive.org/why-its-okay-to-feel-bad-about-certain-things/ 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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Jun 19, 2023 • 9min
2803: How to Develop a Positive Outlook on Life by Rebecca Crespo of Minimalism Made Simple
Rebecca Crespo of Minimalism Made Simple talks about how to develop a positive outlook on lifeEpisode 2803: How to Develop a Positive Outlook on Life by Rebecca Crespo of Minimalism Made SimpleRebecca is a New York native living in Spain. She started her journey of minimal living 3 years ago, when she decided to leave the soul-sucking corporate world and fit only her essential items into a small red carry-on, to fulfill her lifelong dream of traveling the world. Within those 3 years she learned that experiences are her vessels, and to be more intentional with the life she leads. Rebecca hopes her blog inspires you to explore your own journey of minimal living, one that is not defined by others, but rather a journey that is defined by one person and one person only - YOU.The original post is located here: https://www.minimalismmadesimple.com/home/positive-outlook-on-life/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
Jun 18, 2023 • 12min
2802: The Importance of Job Satisfaction in Pursuit of Early Retirement by Craig Stephens of Retire Before Dad
Craig Stephens of Retire Before Dad talks about how important it is to be satisfied with our work as we plan to retire early.Episode 2802: The Importance of Job Satisfaction in Pursuit of Early Retirement by Craig Stephens of Retire Before DadCraig Stephens of Retire Before Dad is a 43-year-old IT professional, investor, and blogger based in the Washington, DC metro area. His primary financial goal is to retire at age 55, one year before his Dad retired. He writes about how to build income streams so you can explore the unusual. His first love is his beautiful wife and three kids. His second love is travel. Combining both in early retirement is the ultimate goal and his primary motivation for financial independence.The original post is located here: https://www.retirebeforedad.com/job-satisfaction-early-retirement/ 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
Jun 18, 2023 • 11min
2801: One Incredible Way to Make a Difference by Jeff Goins on Contribution and Ethics as a Business Owner
Jeff Goins of Goins Writer shares one incredible way to make a differenceEpisode 2801: One Incredible Way to Make a Difference by Jeff Goins on Contribution and Ethics as a Business OwnerJeff Goins is the best-selling author of five books including The Art of Work and Real Artists Don't Starve. On his blog, he shares his thoughts on writing, life, and creative work.The original post is located here: https://goinswriter.com/make-difference/ 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
Jun 17, 2023 • 10min
2800: Mind Over Matter - The Freeing Nature of Thinking About "Losing Everything" by Helene Massicotte
Helene Massicotte of Free To Pursue talks about how freeing it can be to lose everythingEpisode 2800: Mind Over Matter - The Freeing Nature of Thinking About "Losing Everything" by Helene MassicotteHelene 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/2016/5/17/mind-over-matter 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
