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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Dec 17, 2022 • 10min
2592: The Art of The Hard Part by David Cain of Raptitude
David Cain of Raptitude shares the art of the hard part.Episode 2592: The Art of The Hard Part by David Cain of RaptitudeDavid 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: http://www.raptitude.com/217/4/the-art-of-the-hard-part/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
Dec 16, 2022 • 9min
2591: Parenting: Who Is It Really For AND Actions, Not Words, Reveal Our Real Values by Derek Sivers
Derek Sivers shares two short posts covering who parenting is for and how our true values are revealedEpisode 2591: Parenting: Who Is It Really For AND Actions, Not Words, Reveal Our Real Values by Derek SiversOriginally a professional musician and circus clown, Derek Sivers created CD Baby in 1998. It became the largest seller of independent music online, with $100M in sales for 150,000 musicians. In 2008, Derek sold CD Baby for $22M, giving the proceeds to a charitable trust for music education.He is a frequent speaker at the TED Conference, with over 5 million views of his talks.Since 2011 he has published 34 books, including “Anything You Want” which shot to #1 on all of its Amazon categories.The original posts are located here:https://sive.rs/pa & https://sive.rs/arv 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
Dec 15, 2022 • 10min
2590: [Part 2] 7 Things I Learned About Life That I Learned From Surfing by Elana Miller
Elana Miller of Zen Psychiatry shares what surfing taught her about life. This is part 2 of 2. Episode 2590: [Part 2] 7 Things I Learned About Life That I Learned From Surfing by 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/surfing/ 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
Dec 14, 2022 • 10min
2589: [Part 1] 7 Things I Learned About Life That I Learned From Surfing by Elana Miller
Elana Miller of Zen Psychiatry shares what surfing taught her about life. This is part 1 of 2.Episode 2589: [Part 1] 7 Things I Learned About Life That I Learned From Surfing by 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/surfing/ 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
Dec 13, 2022 • 10min
2588: Why You Might Hate Christmas (And How to Love it Again) by Emma Scheib
Emma Scheib of Simple Slow Lovely talks about how to love Christmas againEpisode 2588: Why You Might Hate Christmas (And How to Love it Again) by Emma ScheibEmma is a self-confessed introvert who craves the simple and slow things in life. She loves to run, read, and write. She is blessed to be wife to a wonderful husband, mum to two amazing and vivacious daughters, 1 dog, a cat, and 5 chickens. They live in Motueka, New Zealand, a stone’s throw from the beautiful Abel Tasman National Park.Emma has been on a journey towards a slower simpler and more intentional way of living since her second daughter was born a few years ago. She has learned lots along the way and loves passing on these lessons.The original post is located here:https://simpleslowlovely.com/why-you-hate-christmas/ 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
Dec 12, 2022 • 9min
2587: Six Types of Minimalists by Shawna Scafe
Shawna Scafe of Simple On Purpose discusses the six types of minimalistsEpisode 2587: Six Types of Minimalists by Shawna ScafeShawna Scafe is a mom of three small kids who started blogging after her first son was born. She wanted to share her c-section story in order to help herself work through the disappointment she felt about it. She read a book on minimalism that changed how she viewed her life. She started asking questions about why we have so much, do so much, work so much and we feel so restless and overwhelmed. Shawna is trying to live life on purpose, set dreams and goals for herself as a mom, wife and woman and she is trying to share it openly with everyone.The original post is located here: https://simpleonpurpose.ca/six-types-of-minimalists/ 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
Dec 11, 2022 • 8min
2586: The Real Reason Why You're Always Broke by Jen Hayes
Jen Hayes shares the real reason why you're always brokeEpisode 2586: The Real Reason Why You're Always Broke by Jen HayesA few years ago, Jen and her husband were buried in $117,000 of student loan debt. Now, they've paid off over $100k of debt, and they're on track to have the rest paid off by the end of this year. Join their email list to get exclusive tips on how to save money, earn more, and live like no one else.The original post is located here: https://www.jenhayes.me/the-real-reason-why-youre-always-broke/ 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
Dec 11, 2022 • 10min
2585: Why You Do What You Do AND On Beginning Again by Cylon George
2 short posts from Cylon George of Spiritual Living for Busy People where he shares why you do what you do and on beginning again.Episode 2585: Why You Do What You Do AND On Beginning Again by Cylon GeorgeCylon George is a spiritual chaplain, musician, devoted husband, and busy dad of six. He loves listening to people’s stories and helping them gain perspective on life’s opportunities and challenges. The mission of his blog is to help busy people thrive in their spiritual lives so they can live with more joy, peace, purpose, and meaning.The original post is located here:https://www.spirituallivingforbusypeople.com/why-you-do-what-you-do & https://www.spirituallivingforbusypeople.com/on-beginning-againVisit 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
Dec 10, 2022 • 10min
2584: Practicing an Attitude of Gratitude by Jay & Heather Harrington
Jay and Heather Harrington of Life and Whim share their thoughts on practicing an attitude of gratitude. Episode 2584: Practicing an Attitude of Gratitude by Jay & Heather HarringtonJay and Heather Harrington are the husband and wife team behind Life and Whim. They started Life and Whim after moving their family to Traverse City, a small town on the shores of Lake Michigan, to break the script of their life and reimagine what's possible. They live in pursuit of a purposeful, meaningful, active, and simple life. The original post is located here: https://www.lifeandwhim.com/first-moments-blog/practicing-gratitudeVisit 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
Dec 9, 2022 • 9min
2583: The Only Remedy for FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) by Courtney Carver
Courtney Carver shares the only remedy for FOMOEpisode 2583: The Only Remedy for FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) by Courtney CarverCourtney Carver was stopped in her tracks with a scary MS diagnosis after decades of debt, discontent, and trying to do it all. She had to slow down, prioritize her health, and figure out what was really important in her life. She discovered what mattered most by getting rid of everything that didn't matter at all. In the end it all came down to love and health.She went from a busy, overwhelmed advertising director to spending 2-3 hours every morning taking care of herself, loving her work, and being present and engaged with the people she loves. Her family changed, too. They moved from wanting bigger closets, nicer furniture, and more stuff to downsizing into a 750 sq. ft apartment with no storage.Courtney has written books, courses, and hundreds of articles to help you simplify your life and work so you can focus on what really matters.The original post is located here: https://bemorewithless.com/fomo 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
