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Mark Manson tells us how we can remain patient in an impatient world. This is part 2 of 2.Episode 2769: [Part 2] How to Be Patient in an Impatient World by Mark MansonMark 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-be-patientVisit 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

Mark Manson tells us how we can remain patient in an impatient world. This is part 1 of 2.Episode 2768: [Part 1] How to Be Patient in an Impatient World by Mark MansonMark 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-be-patientVisit 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

Steve Pavlina talks about the triage of lifeEpisode 2767: Triage by Steve PavlinaSteve 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://stevepavlina.com/blog/2006/12/triage/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

Sara Stanizai of Prospect Therapy warns you about why you might be a perfectionistEpisode 2766: You Might Be a Perfectionist by Sara StanizaiProspect Therapy is an LGBTQ+ affirming psychotherapy practice that offers quality mental health services to individuals, couples, children and families. Their guiding principles are integrity, generosity and enthusiasm. They support these principles through transparent decision-making, promoting community visibility and access to care, and affirming all identities.Each of their therapists is LGBTQ+ affirming. They have lived experience and identify as part of the communities they serve, and regularly participate in high quality training, education and consultation with experts in affirming clinical care.The original post is located here: https://www.prospecttherapy.com/blog/2019/11/7/you-might-be-a-perfectionistVisit 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

Lakshmi Mani with Nir Eyal talks about why you make terrible life choicesEpisode 2765: Hyperbolic Discounting: Why You Make Terrible Life Choices by Lakshmi ManiNir 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/hyperbolic-discounting-why-you-make-terrible-life-choices/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

The DIYActive team share the top tips for understanding different critical wellness dimensionsEpisode 2764: Top Tips for Understanding Different Critical Wellness Dimensions by DIYActiveDIY Active's mission is to help people stay fit and active no matter where they are and no matter what life demands of them. They believe that being active can and should be fun, and that you can live a healthy life the way you want. Their sustainable approach to fitness doesn't require travel time, fees, or even social skills.The original post is located here: https://diyactive.com/top-tips-for-understanding-different-critical-wellness-dimensions/ 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

Lynnette Sheppard with No Sidebar talks about what to do when minimalism seems unreachableEpisode 2763: When Minimalism Seems Unreachable by Lynnette SheppardNo 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/unreachable/ 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

Nia Shanks shares her thoughts on the bare essentials that produce extraordinary results.Episode 2762: These Are the Bare Essentials, and They Produce Extraordinary Results by Nia ShanksNia Shanks is a writer and coach, and leader of the Lift Like a Girl revolution. She helps women discover and reach their potential through an empowering approach to health, fitness, and life.Nia also hosts The Nia Shanks Show--the podcast dedicated to helping you reach your health and fitness goals and become the most awesome version of yourself.The original post is located here: https://www.niashanks.com/bare-essentials/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

Allison Carmen shares her thoughts on letting go of the thoughts that make us worry.Episode 2761: Letting Go Of The Thoughts That Make Us Worry by Allison CarmenAllison Carmen holds a B.A. in accounting, a J.D. of Law, and a Master’s of Law in taxation. After working for a large law firm in Manhattan, Allison founded her own law firm and built a successful practice focusing on real estate, corporate, mergers and acquisitions, and taxation. After 15 years of practicing law, Allison transitioned her practice into business consulting, business coaching and life coaching. Today, Allison’s clients range from owners of multi-million dollar companies to artists, actors, writers, and parents. She's also the host of the podcast: 10 Minutes to Less Suffering.The original post is located here: http://www.allisoncarmen.com/letting-go-of-the-thoughts-that-make-us-worry/ 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

Chris Guillebeau shares his thoughts on qualifications.Episode 1218: Qualifications by Chris Guillebeau of The Art of Non ConformityChris 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/qualifications/ 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