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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Nov 12, 2022 • 10min
2552: [Part 1] How to Stop Being Disappointed by Steve Pavlina
Steve Pavlina shares how to stop being disappointed. This is Part 1 of 2.Episode 2552: [Part 1] How to Stop Being Disappointed 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://www.stevepavlina.com/blog/2012/07/how-to-stop-being-disappointed/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
Nov 11, 2022 • 11min
2551: Dangerous Ideas: Getting Started is Overrated by Cal Newport
Cal Newport of the Study Hacks blog talks about why getting started is overratedEpisode 2551: Dangerous Ideas: Getting Started is Overrated by Cal NewportCal Newport is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Georgetown University, who specializes in the theory of distributed algorithms. He previously earned his Ph.D. from MIT in 2009 and graduated from Dartmouth College in 2004.In addition to studying the theoretical foundations of our digital age as a professor, Newport also writes about the impact of these technologies on the world of work.His most recent book, Deep Work, argues that focus is the new I.Q. in the knowledge economy, and that individuals who cultivate their ability to concentrate without distraction will thrive.The original post is located here: https://www.calnewport.com/blog/2008/06/27/dangerous-ideas-getting-started-is-overrated/ 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
Nov 10, 2022 • 10min
2550: Valuable Frictions by Colin Wright
Colin Wright reflects on his personal growth since moving back to the USAEpisode 2550: Valuable Frictions by Colin WrightA professional author and international speaker, Colin co-founded a publishing company, and travels full-time, moving to a new country every four months or so--that country determined by the votes of his readers! He also blogs.Colin's a minimalist in that he owns very few things and is careful in how he consumes. He tends to buy less, but invest in quality when he does, and trends toward the same in relationships, business endeavors, and just about everything else.He's left-handed, blue-eyed, scary good at Tetris, and can’t cook.The original post is located here: http://exilelifestyle.com/valuable-frictionsVisit 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
Nov 9, 2022 • 9min
2549: What This Blog Has Taught Me About Fear by Helene Massicotte
Helene Massicotte of Free To Pursue tells us what her blog has taught her about fearEpisode 2549: What This Blog Has Taught Me About Fear 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/2014/7/8/what-this-blog-has-taught-me-about-fear 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
Nov 8, 2022 • 11min
2548: 8 Reasons Being Highly Sensitive Is Actually a Good Thing by Cati Vanden Breul
Cati Vanden Breul with Highly Sensitive Refuge shares 8 reasons being highly sensitive is actually a good thingEpisode 2548: 8 Reasons Being Highly Sensitive Is Actually a Good Thing by Cati Vanden BreulCo-founders Jenn Granneman and Andre Sólo's mission is to prove that high sensitivity can be strong. It's okay to be a highly sensitive person (HSP). In fact, the world could use a little more of what HSPs have.They are the voices of Highly Sensitive Refuge, a community where HSPs can be themselves, take a break from the harshness of the world, and feel understood. Our founders are Jenn Granneman and Andre Sólo.The original post is located here: https://highlysensitiverefuge.com/being-highly-sensitive-good-thing/ 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
Nov 7, 2022 • 10min
2547: 5 Simple Tips for a Minimalist Thanksgiving by Rose Lounsbury
Rose Lounsbury shares 5 simple tips for a minimalist ThanksgivingEpisode 2547: 5 Simple Tips for a Minimalist Thanksgiving by Rose LounsburyRose Lounsbury is a keynote speaker, Amazon bestselling author, simplicity coach, and still-sane mom of triplets. (Yes, you heard that right!) She helps overwhelmed people create open spaces in their homes, workspaces, and more importantly–their minds–by letting go of the excess stuff that gets in the way. Rose started her own simplicity journey in 2012, after getting fed up with spending all of her free time dealing with my stuff. As she slowly let go of everything that didn’t matter to her, she discovered some amazing things: free time, peace of mind, & clarity. Rose became a simplicity coach to help others do the same thing.The original post is located here: https://roselounsbury.com/5-tips-for-a-stress-free-thanksgiving/ 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
Nov 6, 2022 • 9min
2546: Healthy From the Inside Out: 5 Tips to Get Fit by Sandra Bilbray
Sandra Bilbray with Live Happy shares 5 tips to get fit.Episode 2546: Healthy From the Inside Out: 5 Tips to Get Fit by Sandra BilbrayLive Happy takes you on a journey to find your authentic happiness in life, at work and at home through inspiring stories and hands-on tips rooted in the science of positive psychology.The original post is located here: https://www.livehappy.com//blogs/happiness-motion/healthy-inside-out-5-tips-get-fitVisit 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
Nov 6, 2022 • 12min
2545: Mindful Happiness by Ira Israel
Ira Israel shares his thoughts on mindful happiness.Episode 2545: Mindful Happiness by Ira IsraelSince 2011, Ira Israel has been working in private practice as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC #31) and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #50646), teaching sold-out transformational workshops, producing a series of best-selling mindfulness DVDs, and writing about psychology, philosophy, Buddhism, yoga, film, art, music & literature for the Huffington Post, Good Men Project, Mind Body Green, Thrive Global, Medium and Quora.The original post is located here: https://iraisrael.com/mindful-happiness-10-remedies-for-subtle-incessant-dissatisfaction/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
Nov 5, 2022 • 11min
2544: How to Create a Plan Today to Maximize Tomorrow by Michael Mehlberg
Michael Mehlberg shares how to create a plan today to maximize tomorrow.Episode 2544: How to Create a Plan Today to Maximize Tomorrow by Michael MehlbergMichael Mehlberg is an entrepreneur and certified agile project manager who specializes in productivity and organization systems. His blog 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/2015/7/20/how-to-create-a-plan-today-to-maximize-tomorrow 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
Nov 4, 2022 • 8min
2543: [Part 2] 8 Things Happy, Successful People Never Say by Marc Chernoff
Marc Chernoff shares 8 things happy, successful people never say. This is part 2 of 2.Episode 2543: [Part 2] 8 Things Happy, Successful People Never Say 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: http://www.marcandangel.com/2013/12/15/8-things-happy-successful-people-never-say 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
