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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Feb 5, 2023 • 9min
2650: When Friends' "Help" Hurts by Dr. Gwendolyn Seidman
Dr. Gwendolyn Seidman with Luvze on when friends' “help” hurts.Episode 2650: When Friends' "Help" Hurts by Dr. Gwendolyn SeidmanLuvze was founded on the premise that relationships are a central part of life and that our understanding of relationships benefits from research and scientific evidence. They also believe this information is most beneficial when presented in an engaging and entertaining fashion. They take research findings from the fields of psychology, family studies, sociology, communication, evolutionary biology, and others, and put them in a format that you can use.The original post is located here: https://www.luvze.com/when-friends-help-hurts/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
Feb 5, 2023 • 10min
2649: [Part 2] On Transforming the Judgmental Mind: Stories From 7 Days of Silence by Dr. Elana Miller
Elana Miller of Zen Psychiatry shares her thoughts on transforming the judgmental mind. This is part 2 of 2.Episode 2649: [Part 2] On Transforming the Judgmental Mind: Stories From 7 Days of Silence by Dr. Elana MillerElana Miller is a psychiatrist based out of Los Angeles, California. She loves to write, read, and make music. Elana received her B.A. in psychology at Harvard University before studying at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, where she was a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. I completed my psychiatry residency training at the University of California, Los Angeles, where she was nominated as a UCLA Exceptional Physician.The original post is located here: https://zenpsychiatry.com/judgmental-mind/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
Feb 4, 2023 • 10min
2648: [Part 1] On Transforming the Judgmental Mind: Stories From 7 Days of Silence by Dr. Elana Miller
Elana Miller of Zen Psychiatry shares her thoughts on transforming the judgmental mind. This is part 1 of 2.Episode 2648: [Part 1] On Transforming the Judgmental Mind: Stories From 7 Days of Silence by Dr. Elana MillerElana Miller is a psychiatrist based out of Los Angeles, California. She loves to write, read, and make music. Elana received her B.A. in psychology at Harvard University before studying at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, where she was a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. I completed my psychiatry residency training at the University of California, Los Angeles, where she was nominated as a UCLA Exceptional Physician.The original post is located here: https://zenpsychiatry.com/judgmental-mind/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
Feb 3, 2023 • 11min
2647: Think of Your Choices as Effects, Not Causes by David Cain
David Cain, a writer and entrepreneur, discusses new ways of thinking about our choices. He emphasizes the impact of unconscious routines and conditioning on our decisions, as well as the influence of our environment and mental state. Explore the concept of viewing our lives from a bird's-eye perspective to improve decision-making.
Feb 2, 2023 • 10min
2646: 8 Things You Forgot to Be Grateful For by Marc Chernoff
Marc Chernoff shares 8 things you forgot to be grateful forEpisode 2646: 8 Things You Forgot to Be Grateful For by Marc ChernoffMarc and Angel Chernoff are professional coaches, full-time students of life, admirers of the human spirit, and have been recognized by Forbes as having “one of the most popular personal development blogs.” Through their blog, book, course and coaching, they’ve spent the past decade writing about and teaching proven strategies for finding lasting happiness, success, love and peace.The site has attracted over 100 million page views and 100 thousand subscribers since its inception in 2006.Their first book, “1,000 Little Things Happy, Successful People Do Differently“ is a focused collection of short, concise tips and reflections on the little things that make a huge difference in our daily lives. It’s available online at: marcandangel.com/book and on Amazon.The original post is located here: https://www.marcandangel.com/2013/08/15/8-things-you-forgot-to-be-grateful-for/ 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
Feb 1, 2023 • 9min
2645: Planning Ahead Is the Key to Living With More Spontaneity by Nir Eyal
Nir Eyal talks about how you need to plan ahead to have spontaneityEpisode 2645: Planning Ahead Is the Key to Living With More Spontaneity 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/planning-for-spontaneity/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
Jan 31, 2023 • 10min
2644: Yes, How You See Yourself is Holding You Back by Jill Coleman
Jill Coleman talks about the importance of how you see yourselfEpisode 2644: Yes, How You See Yourself is Holding You Back by Jill ColemanJill Coleman is a fitness instructor and blogger who created the popular exercise program Moderation 365. Her blog features helpful advice and experience about fitness and staying in shape, in addition to articles covering entrepreneurship and personal development. She is also the co-founder of Metabolic Effect. The original post is located here: https://jillfit.com/2016/01/27/self-concept/ 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
Jan 30, 2023 • 11min
2643: 8 Interesting Minimalism Tips I Learned While Moving Home by Rachael Kable
Rachael Kable shares 8 minimalism tips she learned while moving homeEpisode 2643: 8 Interesting Minimalism Tips I Learned While Moving Home by Rachael KableRachael Kable is the vibrant and warm-hearted creator of The Mindful Kind podcast. Described by her listeners as “genuine, down-to-earth and encouraging”, Rachael is passionate about empowering people around the world to live more mindfully in fun, simple and meaningful ways.With a Bachelor of Psychological Science, Certificate in Coaching and Counselling and experience as a Helpline volunteer on the Anxiety Recovery Centre, Rachael embarked on her blogging and podcasting journey in late 2015.Hoping to share her personal stories and experiences with mindfulness, including how mindful living helped her manage stress and improve her wellbeing, Rachael’s passion and knowledge attracted listeners and readers from all over the world.The original post is located here: https://www.rachaelkable.com/blog/8-interesting-minimalism-tipsVisit 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
Jan 29, 2023 • 10min
2642: The Cold Hard Truth About Blue Light And Your Sleep by Melani Schweder
Melani Schweder of A Brighter Wild shares the cold hard truth about blue light and your sleep.Episode 2642: The Cold Hard Truth About Blue Light And Your Sleep by Melani SchwederMelani Schweder is a Certified Health Coach, Reiki Master/Teacher, and guide for those who want to live life in full color, even through hardships like chronic illness, divorce, or other struggle. Her own health issues led her to dig deep into alternative/natural health and take sustainable, self-guided steps towards recovery. She is passionate about holistic methods, and her unique coaching process combines the best of her knowledge in whole-foods nutrition, Reiki, mindfulness, herbal medicine, and positive psychology.The original post is located here: https://www.abrighterwild.com/blog/the-cold-hard-truth-about-blue-light-and-your-sleepVisit 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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Jan 29, 2023 • 10min
2641: 8 Ways To Create More Time In Your Life by Mia of She Dreams All Day
Mia of She Dreams All Day shares 8 ways to create more time in your life.Episode 2641: 8 Ways To Create More Time In Your Life by Mia of She Dreams All DayShe Dreams All Day is a personal development and productivity blog designed to help you achieve your biggest goals and your wildest dreams. Created by Mia, a constant creative dreamer, now out to help other dreamers.The original post is located here: https://shedreamsallday.com/ways-to-create-more-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
