

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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May 9, 2021 • 9min
1976: [Part 2] How to Be Grateful in Hard Times: Embrace These 5 Habits by Sabrina of The Budding Optimist
Sabrina of The Budding Optimist offers five habits that will help you be grateful in hard times. This is part 2 of 2.Episode 1976: [Part 2] How to Be Grateful in Hard Times: Embrace These 5 Habits by Sabrina of The Budding OptimistSabrina is a two-time Leukemia survivor, the recipient of a Bone Marrow Transplant, and a person living with a rare, progressive, and irreversible lung condition called Bronchiolitis Obliterans.But more importantly, she is a Foodie, a Traveller, a Health Enthusiast, and an Aspiring Writer. She is also what she calls a “Budding Optimist”.Her goal is to live a healthy life filled with an abundance of joy and optimism.The original post can be found here: https://buddingoptimist.com/how-to-be-grateful-in-hard-times/ Whether it’s paying off credit cards, consolidating high-interest debt, or funding personal expenses, over half a million people have used Upstart to get a simple, fixed monthly payment. Lower your monthly payments today at Upstart.com/OLDPlease Rate & Review the Show!Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/groupInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalLivingDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 8, 2021 • 8min
1975: [Part 1] How to Be Grateful in Hard Times: Embrace These 5 Habits by Sabrina of The Budding Optimist
Sabrina of The Budding Optimist offers five habits that will help you be grateful in hard times. This is part 1 of 2.Episode 1975: [Part 1] How to Be Grateful in Hard Times: Embrace These 5 Habits by Sabrina of The Budding OptimistSabrina is a two-time Leukemia survivor, the recipient of a Bone Marrow Transplant, and a person living with a rare, progressive, and irreversible lung condition called Bronchiolitis Obliterans.But more importantly, she is a Foodie, a Traveller, a Health Enthusiast, and an Aspiring Writer. She is also what she calls a “Budding Optimist”.Her goal is to live a healthy life filled with an abundance of joy and optimism.The original post can be found here: https://buddingoptimist.com/how-to-be-grateful-in-hard-times/ Whether it’s paying off credit cards, consolidating high-interest debt, or funding personal expenses, over half a million people have used Upstart to get a simple, fixed monthly payment. Lower your monthly payments today at Upstart.com/OLDPlease Rate & Review the Show!Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/groupInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalLivingDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 7, 2021 • 8min
1974: Question Everything by Shira Gura on How to Pursue Personal Growth Through Lifestyle Reflection
Shira Gura implores us to question everything.Episode 1974: Question Everything by Shira Gura on How to Pursue Personal Growth Through Lifestyle ReflectionShira Gura is on a mission to create an emotionally healthy world. Through her coaching services and self-awareness tools, she helps moms and wives understand and regulate their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors so they can feel calm, free and in control, and positively impact those around them.The original post is located here: https://shiragura.com/question-everything/ Whether it’s paying off credit cards, consolidating high-interest debt, or funding personal expenses, over half a million people have used Upstart to get a simple, fixed monthly payment. Lower your monthly payments today at Upstart.com/OLDPlease Rate & Review the Show!Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/groupInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalLivingDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 6, 2021 • 11min
1973: The Feynman Technique: 7 Steps to Learn Anything Faster by Teaching by Arthur of The Art of Living
Arthur of The Art of Living teaches us about the Feynman Technique, which helps us learn anything faster.Episode 1973: The Feynman Technique: 7 Steps to Learn Anything Faster by Teaching by Arthur of The Art of LivingArthur believes that everyone deserves a chance at a long, happy, prosperous life. Of course, that’s easier said than done. Some levers to get there are hard to pull. Others may always be impossible. But one thing we can do; one lever we can pull to equalize opportunities, no matter who or where people are, is education. It’s to make sure we all get the training we need to play the best hand we can with the cards we’ve been dealt. Even if those cards are unfair.The Art of Living is the ultimate source of book recommendations, book summaries, tools, interviews and articles to help you live long and prosper.The original post is located here: https://theartofliving.com/learning-through-teaching/ 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

May 5, 2021 • 8min
1972: The Most Trying Part of Living a Good Story by Jeff Goins of Goins Writer on How to Live A Remarkable Life
Jeff Goins of Goins Writer talks about the most trying part of living a good story.Episode 1972: The Most Trying Part of Living a Good Story by Jeff Goins of Goins Writer on How to Live A Remarkable LifeJeff Goins is the best-selling author of five books including The Art of Work and Real Artists Don't Starve. On his blog, he shares his thoughts on writing, life, and creative work.The original post is located here: https://goinswriter.com/living-good-story/ Gusto is making payroll, benefits, and HR easy for small businesses. Get 3 months free once you run your first payroll with our link: Gusto.com/OLDPlease Rate & Review the Show! Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/groupInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalLivingDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 4, 2021 • 9min
1971: 5 Ways to Set Healthy Boundaries and Take Back Your Life by Emma McLaren of Get Myrth
Emma McLaren with GetMyrth shares five ways to set healthy boundaries and take back your life.Episode 1971: 5 Ways to Set Healthy Boundaries and Take Back Your Life by Emma McLaren of Get MyrthAfter nearly a decade of globetrotting as a sustainable seafood consultant and ocean conservation warrior, Emma is planting roots. She’s lived, worked or explored in over 60 countries – 45 in the last 10 years. Quite a feat, but given Emma’s ambition, intensely supportive global network of family and friends, and powerful curiosity, it’s not all that surprising. You may have heard of her persona, Emma the Nomad? These days, though, she prefers to be known as a nomad-in-residence--to be more specific, a resident of Santa Cruz, where she’s growing her own roots alongside the coastal trees.She’s passionate about true self care, mental health experiences, and solo travel. You can usually find her devouring books, practicing yoga, or dreaming big about the future of Myrth.Myrth is a member of the Digital Wellness Collective. Built around human connection and community, Myrth sets its intention on normalizing self-care and creating better habits through accountability, partnership and simplicity, all encompassed in software.The original post is located here: https://www.getmyrth.com/myrthblog/5-ways-to-set-healthy-boundaries-and-take-back-your-life Gusto is making payroll, benefits, and HR easy for small businesses. Get 3 months free once you run your first payroll with our link: Gusto.com/OLDPlease Rate & Review the Show! Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/groupInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalLivingDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 3, 2021 • 9min
1970: Another Reason Experiences are Better than Things: The Joy of Anticipation by Jay & Heather Harrington
Jay and Heather Harrington of Life and Whim remind us that the joy of anticipation alone makes experiences better than things.Episode 1970: Another Reason Experiences are Better than Things: The Joy of Anticipation 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/another-reason-experiences-better-things-joy-anticipation Gusto is making payroll, benefits, and HR easy for small businesses. Get 3 months free once you run your first payroll with our link: Gusto.com/OLDPlease Rate & Review the Show! Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/groupInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalLivingDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 2, 2021 • 9min
1969: Living an Iterative Life by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle on Personal Growth & Self-Development
Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle talks about living an iterative life.Episode 1969: Living an Iterative Life by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle on Personal Growth & Self-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/living-iterative-life/ Get your SoulCycle at-home bike TODAY by visiting MySoulCycleBike.com/old, and use promo code OLD to get a free pair of at-home select cycling shoes with your purchase.Please Rate & Review the Show!Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalLivingDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 1, 2021 • 9min
1968: Creation over Consumption by Ali Cornish of Everthrive on Cultivating An Authentic Life
Ali Cornish talks about how to cultivate an authentic life.Episode 1968: Creation over Consumption by Ali Cornish of Everthrive on Cultivating An Authentic LifeAli Cornish created Everthrive as a response to the increasing pace, materialism, and detachment of today's society. Through words and photos, she brings awareness to the importance of living simply, healthfully, and authentically. Life can be better lived when we disconnect from distraction, slow down, and focus on what is truly important.In addition to managing and contributing to Everthrive, she also helps others create compelling content for websites, campaigns, and social media ventures through The Media Acorn.The original post is located here: http://everthrive.org/blog/2016/4/20/creation-over-consumption Whether it’s paying off credit cards, consolidating high-interest debt, or funding personal expenses, over half a million people have used Upstart to get a simple, fixed monthly payment. Lower your monthly payments today at Upstart.com/OLDPlease Rate & Review the Show! Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalLivingDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 30, 2021 • 9min
1967: How to Create Your Own Self-Help Routine for Success by Renee Benes of The Fun Sized Life
Renee Benes of The Fun Sized Life tells you how to create your own self-help routine for success.Episode 1967: How to Create Your Own Self-Help Routine for Success by Renee Benes of The Fun Sized LifeRenee is a minimalist mom, blogger, & coach. She and her husband downsized their house, paid off debt, started making money online, and now travel part-time with their kids. Her blog and online coaching is centered around helping other women to create this same lifestyle for themselves, both in their day to day living and in how they manage their money.The original post is located here: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com/self-help-routine/ Whether it’s paying off credit cards, consolidating high-interest debt, or funding personal expenses, over half a million people have used Upstart to get a simple, fixed monthly payment. Lower your monthly payments today at Upstart.com/OLDPlease Rate & Review the Show!Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/groupInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalLivingDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


