Optimal Living Daily - Personal Development and Self-Improvement - podcast cover

Optimal Living Daily - Personal Development and Self-Improvement

Justin Malikoldpodcast.com
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...

Episodes

2954: Why Intentional Friction is a Game-Changer by Anthony Ongaro of Break the Twitch on Reseting Your Attention Span

Anthony Ongaro of Break the Twitch offers tips on how to reset your attention span. Episode 2954: Why Intentional Friction is a Game-Changer by Anthony Ongaro of Break the Twitch on Reseting Your Attention Span After 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 smartphon...

Oct 29, 20239 minEp. 2954

2953: Be Brilliant at the Basics by Harold Gibbons with Mark Fisher Fitness on Foundational Exercise Movements

Harold Gibbons of Mark Fisher Fitness encourages us to master foundational exercise movements Episode 2953: Be Brilliant at the Basics by Harold Gibbons with Mark Fisher Fitness on Foundational Exercise Movements Mark Fisher Fitness helps people who hate gyms find a fitness home they actually love. They offer classes, semi-private training, and six week transformation programs. Whether you've tried everything and never found a love match, or never even been to a gym at all, look no further. The ...

Oct 29, 202310 minEp. 2953

2952: Long Term Valuable Output by Tynan on Creating Goals & Finding Productive Routines

Tynan talks about finding productive routines. Episode 2952: Long Term Valuable Output by Tynan on Creating Goals & Finding Productive Routines Tynan was named as one of the top 25 best bloggers in 2013 by Time Magazine. He believes in making deliberate decisions and breaking away from the herd mentality. He likes learning new things, building habits, exposing the world, connecting with awesome people, and creating good work. The New York Times Bestseller “The Game” featured him as one of th...

Oct 28, 20239 minEp. 2952

2951: The Best & Less-Than-Best Motivations for Learning by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Motivation & Inspiration For Your Life

Leo Babauta talks about motivations for learning Episode 2951: The Best & Less-Than-Best Motivations for Learning by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Motivation & Inspiration For Your Life Leo Babauta created Zen Habits, which is about finding simplicity and mindfulness in the daily chaos of our lives. It’s about clearing the clutter so we can focus on what’s important, create something amazing, find happiness. The original post is located here: https://zenhabits.net/enthused-learning/ Visit...

Oct 27, 202310 minEp. 2951

2950: Challenging Your Inner Voice AND Why You Should Make Time to Celebrate Your Achievements by Chalene Johnson

Chalene Johnson of The Chalene Show shares two short posts covering why you should challenge your inner voice and make time to celebrate your achievements Episode 2950: Challenging Your Inner Voice AND Why You Should Make Time to Celebrate Your Achievements by Chalene Johnson Chalene Johnson is a world-renowned motivational speaker with more than 30 years as a health expert. She is a New York Times best-selling author, health and lifestyle expert, and top health podcaster with over 20 million do...

Oct 26, 202311 minEp. 2950

2949: Halloween Hope: Trading in the Perfect Mask for Something Even Better by Dr. Kelly Flanagan on Embracing Our True Selves

Dr. Kelly Flanagan talks about embracing our true selves Episode 2949: Halloween Hope: Trading in the Perfect Mask for Something Even Better by Dr. Kelly Flanagan on Embracing Our True Selves Clinical psychologist Dr. Kelly Flanagan is the co-founder of Artisan Clinical Associates in Naperville, IL. He writes weekly about living out redemptive stories on his popular blog, UnTangled. Kelly has also written two books, one titled Loveable: Embracing What is Truest About You, So You Can Truly Embrac...

Oct 25, 202310 minEp. 2949

2948: The Cave You Fear To Enter Hides The Treasure You Seek by Adi Redzic on Confronting Your Fears

Adi Redzic reminds you that the cave you fear to enter hides the treasure you seek Episode 2948: The Cave You Fear To Enter Hides The Treasure You Seek by Adi Redzic on Confronting Your Fears Adi Redzic is an award-winning life, business, and leadership coach, entrepreneur, author of two books, and motivational speaker. From a war-torn childhood to meetings at The White House, Adi has proven the possibility of change and growth. The original post is located here: https://www.adiredzic.com/journa...

Oct 24, 20239 minEp. 2948

2947: Declutter the Holiday Schedule With These 3 Simple Steps by Rachel Jones of Nourishing Minimalism on Staying Calm During the Holidays

Rachel Jones of Nourishing Minimalism talks about decluttering the holiday schedule Episode 2947: Declutter the Holiday Schedule With These 3 Simple Steps by Rachel Jones of Nourishing Minimalism on Staying Calm During the Holidays Rachel started her journey to minimalism in 2008, struggling with depression and horribly embarrassed by the messy state of her home. Her goal for pursuing minimalism was to find contentment and joy in spending time with family and being able to focus on Christ. What ...

Oct 23, 202310 minEp. 2947

2946: Do You Have A To Don't List by Helene Massicotte of Free To Pursue on Productivity & Time Management

Helene Massicotte of Free To Pursue talks about having a list things to NOT do. Episode 2946: Do You Have A To Don't List by Helene Massicotte of Free To Pursue on Productivity & Time Management Helene 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-thi...

Oct 22, 20238 minEp. 2946

2945: How To Become A Millionaire: A Step By Step Guide by Brian Tracy on Financial Independence and Manifesting More Money

Brian Tracy tells us that in order to become a millionaire, we have to start by thinking like one. Episode 2945: How To Become A Millionaire: A Step By Step Guide by Brian Tracy on Financial Independence and Manifesting More Money Brian Tracy's goal is to help you achieve your personal and business goals faster and easier than you ever imagined. BrianTracy has consulted for more than 1,000 companies and addressed more than 5,000,000 people in 5,000 talks and seminars throughout the US, Canada an...

Oct 22, 202310 minEp. 2945

2944: A Happiness Backlash by Emily Wise Miller with Live Happy on Positive Psychology

Emily Wise Miller with Live Happy talks about a happiness backlash. Episode 2944: A Happiness Backlash by Emily Wise Miller with Live Happy on Positive Psychology Live 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/live-happy-team/happiness-backlash Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in ...

Oct 21, 202311 minEp. 2944

2943: 7 Sources of Stress You Tolerate Too Often by Marc Chernoff of Marc and Angel on Creating a Better Life

Marc Chernoff of Marc and Angel shares 7 sources of stress you tolerate too often Episode 2943: 7 Sources of Stress You Tolerate Too Often by Marc Chernoff of Marc and Angel on Creating a Better Life Marc 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 an...

Oct 20, 202311 minEp. 2943

2942: [Part 2] Simple Living Tips for the Stressed Out or Recovering Perfectionist by Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui of A Life in Progress

Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui of A Life In Progress shares simple living tips for the stressed out or recovering perfectionist. This is part 2 of 2. Episode 2942: [Part 2] Simple Living Tips for the Stressed Out or Recovering Perfectionist by Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui of A Life in Progress Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui's mission as a Joyful Living Educator is to help messy humans like herself quiet the noise of perfectionism, comparison and fear to show up fully to their imperfect and beautiful lives...

Oct 19, 202311 minEp. 2942

2941: [Part 1] Simple Living Tips for the Stressed Out or Recovering Perfectionist by Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui of A Life in Progress

Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui of A Life In Progress shares simple living tips for the stressed out or recovering perfectionist. This is part 1 of 2. Episode 2941: [Part 1] Simple Living Tips for the Stressed Out or Recovering Perfectionist by Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui of A Life in Progress Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui's mission as a Joyful Living Educator is to help messy humans like herself quiet the noise of perfectionism, comparison and fear to show up fully to their imperfect and beautiful lives...

Oct 18, 202311 minEp. 2941

2940: The Beauty of Adopting a Beginner’s Mind by Cylon George of Spiritual Living For Busy People on How to Not Be Afraid to Start Something New

Cylon George of Spiritual Living for Busy People talks about the beauty of adopting a beginner's mind Episode 2940: The Beauty of Adopting a Beginner’s Mind by Cylon George of Spiritual Living For Busy People on How to Not Be Afraid to Start Something New Cylon 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 peopl...

Oct 17, 20239 minEp. 2940

2939: 7 Steps to Crush Your Goals by Adi Redzic on Setting & Accomplishing Smart Goals

Adi Redzic provides 7 steps to crush your goals. Episode 2939: 7 Steps to Crush Your Goals by Adi Redzic on Setting & Accomplishing Smart Goals Adi Redzic is an award-winning life, business, and leadership coach, entrepreneur, author of two books, and motivational speaker. From a war-torn childhood to meetings at The White House, Adi has proven the possibility of change and growth. The original post is located here: https://www.adiredzic.com Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in ad...

Oct 16, 20239 minEp. 2939

2938: Change And Why You Don't Have To Suck At It by Greg Audino on Adversity & Resiliency

Greg Audino talks about the truths of change and how you can get better at it. Episode 2938: Change And Why You Don't Have To Suck At It by Greg Audino on Adversity & Resiliency Greg Audino is a writer, advice columnist, and certified life coach. He also serves as a producer and host in the OLD network. He started his career as an actor, and TV fanatics can find him with principal roles on shows like Westworld, Now Apocalypse, NCIS:LA, and Jane the Virgin to name a few. The original post is ...

Oct 15, 20239 minEp. 2938

2937: What Relating Looks Like by Julie Morgenstern on Spending Quality Time With Your Children and Family

Julie Morgenstern teaches parents about what relating looks like. Episode 2937: What Relating Looks Like by Julie Morgenstern on Spending Quality Time With Your Children and Family Julie Morgenstern is an organizing & productivity consultant, New York Times best-selling author, and speaker. For over 30 years, Julie has been teaching people all around the world and at all stages of life how to overcome disorganization to achieve their goals. Her mission is to free each individual to make thei...

Oct 15, 202310 minEp. 2937

2936: How to Quickly Quit a Bad Habit for Good by Julianna Poplin of The Simplicity Habit on Having Better Daily Habits

Julianna Poplin of The Simplicity Habit shares how to quickly quit a bad habit Episode 2936: How to Quickly Quit a Bad Habit for Good by Julianna Poplin of The Simplicity Habit on Having Better Daily Habits Julianna is a professional declutterer and writer at The Simplicity Habit. She writes to encourage and inspire women who want to simplify their homes and lives The original post is located here: https://www.thesimplicityhabit.com/how-to-quickly-quit-a-bad-habit/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast....

Oct 14, 202311 minEp. 2936

2935: How to Live a Life With No Regrets by Hilary Barnett with NoSidebar on Bronnie Ware Regrets of the Dying

Hilary Barnett with No Sidebar talks about how to live a life with no regrets Episode 2935: How to Live a Life With No Regrets by Hilary Barnett with NoSidebar on Bronnie Ware Regrets of the Dying No 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...

Oct 13, 20239 minEp. 2935

2934: Feeling Confused, Overwhelmed, or Lazy? by Tonya Lester on Pursuing Your Dreams and Getting Unstuck

Tonya Lester helps you if you're feeling confused, overwhelmed or lazy Episode 2934: Feeling Confused, Overwhelmed, or Lazy? by Tonya Lester on Pursuing Your Dreams and Getting Unstuck Tonya Lester, LCSW, is a psychotherapist in Brooklyn, NY. She graduated from New York University with a Master's degree in Social Work. Her post-graduate training includes a fellowship at Psychoanalytic Theory at the Institute for Psychoanalytic Theory and Research (IPTAR) and supervised practice in Psychodynamic ...

Oct 12, 202313 minEp. 2934

2933: Deciding if You Should Quit Something? This Might Help You by Emma Scheib of Simple Slow Lovely on Weighing Tough Decisions

Emma Scheib of Simple Slow Lovely talks about what to consider if you're not sure whether or not you should quit something Episode 2933: Deciding if You Should Quit Something? This Might Help You by Emma Scheib of Simple Slow Lovely on Weighing Tough Decisions Emma 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...

Oct 11, 202311 minEp. 2933

2932: The Courage it Takes to Be Happy by Margo Aaron of That Seems Important on How to Be Truly Happy

Margo Aaron of That Seems Important talks about the courage it takes to be happy Episode 2932: The Courage it Takes to Be Happy by Margo Aaron of That Seems Important on How to Be Truly Happy Margo Aaron is a proud graduate of Emory University, Columbia University and altMBA where she won the prestigious Walker Award. In 2017 she founded The Arena, the first virtual coworking space for solopreneurs. She's a regular contributor to Inc and lives in Jersey City as a Daywalker. The original post is ...

Oct 10, 202310 minEp. 2932

2931: Minimalist Lifestyle - 5 Life-Giving Truths From Years of Living With Less by Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist

Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist shares 5 life-giving truths from years of living with less Episode 2931: Minimalist Lifestyle - 5 Life-Giving Truths From Years of Living With Less by Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist Joshua Becker and his family decided to live with fewer possessions after a conversation with his neighbor in 2008. As a result, they found a better way to live, centered on more important pursuits. Their story has been seen on the CBS Evening News, NPR, the Boston Globe, th...

Oct 09, 202311 minEp. 2931

2930: No Need by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle on Designing Your Ideal Life

Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle asks us what we would do if there was no need for us to do anything. Episode 2930: No Need by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle on Designing Your Ideal Life Colin 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 ho...

Oct 08, 202311 minEp. 2930

2929: In Praise Of The Home Yoga Practice by Melani Schweder of A Brighter Wild on Working Out At Home

Melani Schweder of A Brighter Wild shares her thoughts on the home yoga practice. Episode 2929: In Praise Of The Home Yoga Practice by Melani Schweder of A Brighter Wild on Working Out At Home Melani Schweder is a Certified Health Coach, Reiki Master/Teacher, and guide for those who want to live life in full color, even through hardships like chronic illness, divorce, or other struggle. Her own health issues led her to dig deep into alternative/natural health and take sustainable, self-guided st...

Oct 08, 202310 minEp. 2929

2928: How Social Media Creates Narcissists, and What To Do About It by Ali Cornish of Everthrive

Ali Cornish talks about how to address the relationship between social media and narcissism. Episode 2928: How Social Media Creates Narcissists, and What To Do About It by Ali Cornish of Everthrive Ali 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 dow...

Oct 07, 202310 minEp. 2928

2927: How to Become Less Uptight in Two Minutes by David Cain of Raptitude on Stop Trying to Control Everything

David Cain of Raptitude teaches us how to become less uptight in two minutes Episode 2927: How to Become Less Uptight in Two Minutes by David Cain of Raptitude on Stop Trying to Control Everything David 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 ...

Oct 06, 202312 minEp. 2927

2926: How To Be The Best Version Of You A Lot More Often by Katie Pietrangeli with Tiny Buddha

Katie Pietrangeli with Tiny Buddha teaches you how to be the best version of you a lot more often Episode 2926: How To Be The Best Version Of You A Lot More Often by Katie Pietrangeli with Tiny Buddha Tiny Buddha has been helping people heal, grow, and find peace since 2009. The site features stories and insights from people of all ages, from all over the globe. For daily wisdom, follow Tiny Buddha on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, or subscribe to the blog. And be sure to check out Tiny Buddha...

Oct 05, 202310 minEp. 2926

2925: Self-Compassion: A Powerful Tool For Wellbeing by Kate Hesse on How to Be More Kind to Yourself

Kate Hesse of Nourish Nest Breathe talks about self-compassion as a tool for wellbeing Episode 2925: Self-Compassion: A Powerful Tool For Wellbeing by Kate Hesse on How to Be More Kind to Yourself When you implement the NNB Formula, you get really clear on your priorities and values, you set and hold healthy boundaries in alignment with those priorities and values, and you build a sustainable self-care and self-work routine into your life. And suddenly, living a life you love stops being a dream...

Oct 04, 202311 minEp. 2925
For the best experience, listen in Metacast app for iOS or Android
Open in Metacast