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 21, 2022 • 10min
2264: Some Lessons On Decluttering and Simplifying Mindfully by Emma Scheib of Simple Slow Lovely
Emma Scheib of Simple Slow Lovely shares some lessons on decluttering and simplifying mindfullyEpisode 2264: Some Lessons On Decluttering and Simplifying Mindfully by Emma Scheib of Simple Slow LovelyEmma 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/lessons-decluttering-simplifying-mindfully/ 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
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Feb 20, 2022 • 9min
2263: 5 Things We Pursue in the Simple Life by Robin Shliakhau with No Sidebar on The Things that Matter Most
Robin Shliakhau with No Sidebar talks about 5 things to pursue in the simple lifeEpisode 2263: 5 Things We Pursue in the Simple Life by Robin Shliakhau with No Sidebar on The Things that Matter MostNo 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/pursue/ 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
Feb 19, 2022 • 11min
2262: 8 Ways to Let Go of Perfectionism by Rebecca Crespo of Minimalism Made Simple on Acceptance Of Yourself
Rebecca Crespo of Minimalism Made Simple shares 8 ways to let go of perfectionismEpisode 2262: 8 Ways to Let Go of Perfectionism by Rebecca Crespo of Minimalism Made Simple on Acceptance Of YourselfRebecca 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/let-go-of-perfectionism/ 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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Feb 18, 2022 • 10min
2261: The Difference Between Experiments and Goals: How to Balance Spontaneity with the Focused Pursuit of Fame
Cal Newport of the Study Hacks blog shares the difference between experiments and goals and how to balance spontaneity with the focused pursuit of fame.Episode 2261: The Difference Between Experiments and Goals: How to Balance Spontaneity with the Focused Pursuit of FameCal 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: http://calnewport.com/blog/2008/07/16/the-difference-between-experiments-and-goals-how-to-balance-spontaneity-with-the-focused-pursuit-of-fame/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 17, 2022 • 9min
2260: Reclaiming Confidence and Joy Through Creative Recovery by Daneika Glenn of Learning 2 Fly
Daneika Glenn of Learning 2 Fly tells you how to reclaim confidence and joy through recoveryEpisode 2260: Reclaiming Confidence and Joy Through Creative Recovery by Daneika Glenn of Learning 2 FlyDaneika is an artist, confidence coach, recovering people-pleaser, and the founder of Learning2Fly. She is on a mission to help creative women find their voice, increase their confidence and design a more fulfilling lifeThe original post is located here: https://learning2fly.org/4-challenges-to-creative-recovery/ 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 16, 2022 • 10min
2259: Is Failure Good by James Altucher on Why You Need To Stop Caring So Much About What Other People Think
James Altucher dissects whether or not failure is goodEpisode 2259: Is Failure Good by James Altucher on Why You Need To Stop Caring So Much About What Other People ThinkJames Altucher is an American hedge fund manager, entrepreneur, bestselling author, and podcaster. He has founded or cofounded more than 20 companies and says he failed at 17 of them. He has published 11 books, and is a regular contributor to The Financial Times, TechCrunch, and The Huffington Post. USA Today named his book Choose Yourself one of the 12 Best Business Books of All Time.The original post is located here: https://jamesaltucher.com/blog/failure-good/ 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 15, 2022 • 8min
2258: Why You Should Step Out Of Your Comfort Zone by Adam Murray of Living This Good Life on Taking Action
Adam Murray of Living This Good Life tells you why you should step out of your comfort zoneEpisode 2258: Why You Should Step Out Of Your Comfort Zone by Adam Murray of Living This Good Life on Taking ActionAdam grew up in a small town in New Brunswick, Canada. He knew from a young age that he wanted to explore and find what made him happy (and uncomfortable). He grew up as a very shy kid but over time he was able to defeat what was holding him down. He remembers how good he felt when he finally started to come out of his shell. He started to realize that the greatest things in life, whether it being your happiness or successes, come on the outskirts of your comfort zone. Since then, he's been exploring and trying to make each day his best day. He wants to share with you his experiences and hopefully influence you to make each day your best as well. The original post is located here: https://www.livingthisgoodlife.com/post/why-you-should-step-out-of-your-comfort-zone 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 14, 2022 • 9min
2257: 10 Simple Minimalism Guidelines by Anthony Ongaro of Break The Twitch on How To Approach Minimalism
Amy Ongaro of Break the Twitch shares 10 minimalism guidelines to followEpisode 2257: 10 Simple Minimalism Guidelines by Anthony Ongaro of Break The Twitch on How To Approach MinimalismAfter years of impulse spending on Amazon and elsewhere, Anthony Ongaro realized that his one-click purchase habits were more of a physical Twitch than an intentional action. It turned out, this Twitch wasn’t just limited to online spending. It applied to social media, impulsive smartphone usage, and more.Break the Twitch is all about minimizing distractions and doing more of what matters.Check out Anthony's new book, Break the Twitch: http://breakthetwitch.com/bookThe original post is located here: https://www.breakthetwitch.com/minimalism-guidelines/ 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
Feb 13, 2022 • 9min
2256: [Part 2] Regular Revolutions by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle on Personal Development
Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle talks about regular revolutions. This is part 2 of 2.Episode 2256: [Part 2] Regular Revolutions by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle on Personal DevelopmentColin Wright is a professional author and international speaker who 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 can be found here: https://exilelifestyle.com/regular-revolutions/ 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 12, 2022 • 9min
2255: [Part 1] Regular Revolutions by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle on Personal Development
Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle talks about regular revolutions. This is part 1 of 2.Episode 2255: [Part 1] Regular Revolutions by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle on Personal DevelopmentColin Wright is a professional author and international speaker who 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 can be found here: https://exilelifestyle.com/regular-revolutions/ 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
