Episodes

  • 3687: Be Happier: 10 Things to Start Doing Right Now by Marc Chernoff of Marc and Angel on Embracing Failure

    3687: Be Happier: 10 Things to Start Doing Right Now by Marc Chernoff of Marc and Angel on Embracing Failure
    Aug 1 2025
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3687: Marc Chernoff offers a powerful blueprint for cultivating joy by emphasizing small, intentional actions, like embracing failure, fostering growth, and letting go of ego, that can transform how we live and relate to others. His reminders serve as a gentle but urgent push to prioritize authenticity, presence, and the company we keep as paths to lasting happiness. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.marcandangel.com/2012/12/12/be-happier-10-things-to-start-doing/ Quotes to ponder: "Truly, the greatest power you have in this world is the power of your own self-transformation." "If you never fail, then your goals are not nearly ambitious enough." "Being hurt is something you sometimes can’t avoid, but being continuously miserable is always a choice." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    11 mins
  • 3686: This Can Help - Doing Things For No Purpose by Anthony Ongaro of Break the Twitch on Playfulness and Creativity

    3686: This Can Help - Doing Things For No Purpose by Anthony Ongaro of Break the Twitch on Playfulness and Creativity
    Jul 31 2025
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3686: Anthony Ongaro explores the surprising value of doing things without a defined purpose, revealing how playfulness and curiosity can boost creativity, reduce burnout, and generate eustress, the good kind of stress. His reflections challenge the productivity-obsessed mindset, encouraging a return to simple joy, exploration, and intentional downtime. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.breakthetwitch.com/this-can-help-2/ Quotes to ponder: "Doing things for seemingly no purpose doesn’t mean it’s pointless." "Eustress being released into your body feels like pure excitement about being alive." "By assigning a purpose to everything you do, you risk losing enjoyment in those things." Episode references: Play (Stuart Brown TED Talk): https://www.ted.com/talks/stuart_brown_play_is_more_than_just_fun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    11 mins
  • 3685: Mid-Week Check In: 10 Mindful Questions to Ask Yourself by Antonia Collins of Balance Through Simplicity

    3685: Mid-Week Check In: 10 Mindful Questions to Ask Yourself by Antonia Collins of Balance Through Simplicity
    Jul 30 2025
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3685: Antonia Collins shares a practical yet nurturing approach to staying grounded during a hectic week with 10 simple questions designed to bring awareness, calm, and clarity. Whether you’re a meticulous planner or prefer a more spontaneous rhythm, this gentle mid-week check-in encourages meaningful self-reflection to help you reset and realign your intentions with your current reality. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://balancethroughsimplicity.com/mid-week-check-in/ Quotes to ponder: "Sometimes problems need to be addressed now so that they don’t get bigger." "A mid-week check in is also helpful if you’re trying to meet a goal or target and need to evaluate how you’re doing." "You don’t have to be a big planner to get the benefit of that." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 mins
  • 3684: How You Do Anything Is How You Do Everything by Ryan Holiday

    3684: How You Do Anything Is How You Do Everything by Ryan Holiday
    Jul 29 2025
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3684: Ryan Holiday reveals how the smallest decisions shape our identity and long-term success, emphasizing that discipline in daily routines carries into every area of life. By mastering how we approach anything from chores to challenges, we set the standard for everything we do. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ryanholiday.net/how-you-do-anything-is-how-you-do-everything/ Quotes to ponder: "How you do anything is how you do everything." "If you’re sloppy with the small things, you’ll be sloppy with the big ones too." "You can’t be great at the big things if you’re not great at the little things." Episode references: Ego Is the Enemy: https://www.amazon.com/Ego-Enemy-Ryan-Holiday/dp/1591847818 Daily Stoic: https://dailystoic.com The Obstacle Is the Way: https://www.amazon.com/Obstacle-Way-Timeless-Turning-Triumph/dp/1591846358 The War of Art: https://www.amazon.com/War-Art-Steven-Pressfield/dp/1936891026 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    12 mins
  • 3683: 3 Ways Mindfulness Simplifies Life by Catherine Beard with SimplyFiercely on Cultivating True Inner Peace

    3683: 3 Ways Mindfulness Simplifies Life by Catherine Beard with SimplyFiercely on Cultivating True Inner Peace
    Jul 28 2025
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3683: Catherine Beard shares how mindfulness helped her move beyond the surface-level calm of minimalism to cultivate true inner peace. By living in the present, she’s learned to prioritize what matters, make more intuitive decisions, and feel deeply content with what she already has offering practical insight for anyone seeking simplicity on a deeper level. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.simplyfiercely.com/3-ways-mindfulness-simplifies-life/ Quotes to ponder: "Though my life looked calm and clutter-free on the outside, I was still overwhelmed and anxious on the inside." "Mindfulness helps me to clearly see what’s important." "I’ve become a lot more content with what I already have in my life." Episode references: Un-Fancy by Caroline Rector: https://www.un-fancy.com Marie Kondo (KonMari Method): https://konmari.com The Blissful Mind: https://theblissfulmind.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 mins
  • 3682: Stop Overthinking by Ali Cornish of Everthrive on Mental Clarity and Purposeful Living

    3682: Stop Overthinking by Ali Cornish of Everthrive on Mental Clarity and Purposeful Living
    Jul 27 2025
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3682: Ali Cornish unpacks the paralyzing nature of overthinking and how it subtly sabotages progress and peace of mind. By encouraging conscious action, presence, and a release from mental loops, she offers a grounded path toward mental clarity and purposeful living. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://everthrive.org/blog/2016/5/25/stop-overthinking Quotes to ponder: "Overthinking leads to paralysis. We become immobilized by our thoughts, and we don’t move forward." "When we are present, we don’t worry about what has happened or what will happen. We just are." "Stop thinking. Start doing. Live purposefully. Live deliberately." Episode references: The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown: https://www.amazon.com/Gifts-Imperfection-Think-Supposed-Embrace/dp/159285849X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 mins
  • 3681: Facing Your Fears: Living Life In The Key Of Awesome by Roger Lawson of RogLawFitness on How to have Courage

    3681: Facing Your Fears: Living Life In The Key Of Awesome by Roger Lawson of RogLawFitness on How to have Courage
    Jul 27 2025
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3681: Rog Law explores how embracing fear, rather than avoiding it, can unlock a richer, more authentic life. By sharing personal stories and insights, he encourages you to step boldly into discomfort, recognizing fear as a compass pointing toward your deepest growth. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://roglawfitness.com/facing-your-fears-living-life-in-the-key-of-awesome/ Quotes to ponder: "Fear isn’t going anywhere, so instead of trying to banish it, why not use it as a compass?" "When you feel fear, it means you’re on the edge of something meaningful." "Growth and comfort rarely ride in the same car." Episode references: The Artist’s Way: https://www.amazon.com/Artists-Way-25th-Anniversary/dp/0143129252 Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway: https://www.amazon.com/Feel-Fear-Do-Anyway/dp/0345487427 The War of Art: https://www.amazon.com/War-Art-Through-Creative-Battles/dp/1936891026 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    12 mins
  • 3680: This 75-Year Harvard Study Shows How To Have Lifetime Joy by Benjamin Hardy on Health and Happiness

    3680: This 75-Year Harvard Study Shows How To Have Lifetime Joy by Benjamin Hardy on Health and Happiness
    Jul 26 2025
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3680: Benjamin Hardy explores the profound impact of relationships on our health, happiness, and personal growth, drawing from a 75-year Harvard study and other compelling research. You'll discover how love, gratitude, and living for something beyond yourself can be powerful drivers of resilience, purpose, and emotional well-being. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://medium.com/thrive-global/this-75-year-harvard-study-reveals-the-secret-to-happiness-and-success-3cf0002510fe Quotes to ponder: “The clearest message that we get from this 75-year study is this: Good relationships keep us happier and healthier. Period.” “The biggest predictor of your happiness and fulfillment overall in life is, basically, love.” “You can give without loving, but you can’t love without giving.” Episode references: Meta-Analysis on Social Relationships and Mortality Risk: https://journals.plos.org/plosmedicine/article?id=10.1371/journal.pmed.1000316 Dr. Gabor Maté Official Website: https://drgabormate.com John Wooden Quotes: https://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/john_wooden_104927 Viktor Frankl, Man’s Search for Meaning: https://www.amazon.com/Mans-Search-Meaning-Viktor-Frankl/dp/0807014273 What Makes a Good Life? Lessons from the longest study on happiness – Robert Waldinger TED Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/robert_waldinger_what_makes_a_good_life_lessons_from_the_longest_study_on_happiness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    13 mins