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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...
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Episodes

053: Relax in a Minute: 10 Steps to Instant Calm (An Excerpt) by Tony Wrighton

Tony has been a presenter on Sky Sports since 2006. He is a regular on Sky Sports News HQ, and also the regular presenter of Golfing World. He hosts a roster of other sports on Sky Sports channels 1-5. Tony is also a personal development author and presenter, known for his work on Zestology. He has three books published with Virgin Books in 12 languages and is one of the country's foremost experts on NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming). He is the host of top-rated podcast Zestology, interviewing ...

Feb 02, 201617 minEp. 53

052: A Simpler Family Life: Starting Life Anew With Our 6 Kids by Leo Babauta with The Minimalists

Joshua Fields Millburn & Ryan Nicodemus write about living a meaningful life with less stuff for 4 million readers. As featured on: ABC, CBS, NBC, BBC, TODAY, NPR, TIME, Forbes, The Atlantic, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and National Post. They live in Missoula, Montana. 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 amaz...

Feb 01, 201611 minEp. 52

051: Quit Quirks When Working With Others and My Favorite Fable by Derek Sivers

Optimal Living Daily: Reading you the best content on personal development, productivity, and minimalism. Episode 51: Quit Quirks When Working With Others and My Favorite Fable by Derek Sivers (The Design of Everyday Things). Originally a professional musician and circus clown, Derek Sivers created CD Baby in 1998. It became the largest seller of independent music online, with $100M in sales for 150,000 musicians. In 2008, Derek sold CD Baby for $22M, giving the proceeds to a charitable trust fo...

Jan 31, 201611 minEp. 51

050: Lucid Dreaming: A Tool Like Meditation for Increased Productivity, Less Anxiety, More Happiness, and Better Sleep

Optimal Living Daily: Reading you the best content on personal development, productivity, and minimalism. Episode 50: Lucid Dreaming: A Tool Like Meditation for Increased Productivity, Less Anxiety, More Happiness, and Better Sleep. Please Rate & Review the Show! Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Jan 30, 201616 minEp. 50

049: Unleash Your Inner Hasselhoff for Greater Riches by Mr. Money Mustache

Mr. Money Mustache is a thirty-something retiree who now writes about how we can all live a frugal, yet awesome, life of leisure. He and his wife studied engineering and computer science in Canada, then worked in standard tech-industry cubicle jobs in various locations throughout the late ’90s and early 2000s. Then they retired from real work way back in 2005 in order to start a family. This was achieved not through luck or amazing skill, but simply by living a lifestyle about 50% less expensive...

Jan 29, 201611 minEp. 49

048: How to Maintain Not Quite Daily Habits by Steve Pavlina

One of the most successful personal development bloggers on the Internet, Steve Pavlina attracts 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 oth...

Jan 28, 201611 minEp. 48

047: Balance of Attraction: Simple Thoughts on Dating for Men and Women by Crew Spence with The Minimalists

A dating coach since 2006, Crew Spence specializes in helping men and woman take a healthy, balanced approach toward meaningful dating. He lives in Austin, Texas, with his girlfriend, Kate, and their dog, Alfie. Joshua Fields Millburn & Ryan Nicodemus write about living a meaningful life with less stuff for 4 million readers. As featured on: ABC, CBS, NBC, BBC, TODAY, NPR, TIME, Forbes, The Atlantic, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and National Post. They live in Missoula, Mo...

Jan 27, 201612 minEp. 47

046: Practicing Non-Judgment and Letting Go of Judging People by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits

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. Optimal Living Daily: Reading you the best content on personal development, productivity, and minimalism. Episode 46: Practicing Non-Judgment and Letting Go of Judging People by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits (Curb Judgmental Behavior). The original posts are located here: http:...

Jan 26, 201611 minEp. 46

045: The Burden of Ownership by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle

A 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, ...

Jan 25, 201610 minEp. 45

044: Why I Gave Away My Company to Charity And No More Yes. It's Either HELL YEAH! or No by Derek Sivers of Sivers.org

Originally a professional musician and circus clown, Derek Sivers created CD Baby in 1998. It became the largest seller of independent music online, with $100M in sales for 150,000 musicians. In 2008, Derek sold CD Baby for $22M, giving the proceeds to a charitable trust for music education. He is a frequent speaker at the TED Conference, with over 5 million views of his talks. Since 2011 he has published 34 books, including “Anything You Want” which shot to #1 on all of its Amazon categories. E...

Jan 24, 201617 minEp. 44

043: 10 Ways a Month Without Alcohol Gave Me a Lifetime of Healthy Habits by James Swanwick with EliteDaily.com

James Swanwick is an Australian-American investor, entrepreneur, TV host, speaker, former SportsCenter anchor on ESPN, and host of The James Swanwick Show podcast. He is the creator of the 30 Day No Alcohol Challenge, which helps people reduce or quit alcohol, and creator of the blue-blocking glasses "Swannies" by Swanwick Sleep, which improve your sleep. Swanwick has interviewed celebrities including Brad Pitt, Angelia Jolie, George Clooney, and Arnold Schwarzenegger. Episode 43: 10 Ways a Mont...

Jan 23, 201612 minEp. 43

042: To Achieve Greatness, You Must First Acknowledge That You Suck by Mr Money Moustache of MrMoneyMustache Dot Com

Mr. Money Mustache is a thirty-something retiree who now writes about how we can all live a frugal, yet awesome, life of leisure. He and his wife studied engineering and computer science in Canada, then worked in standard tech-industry cubicle jobs in various locations throughout the late ’90s and early 2000s. Then they retired from real work way back in 2005 in order to start a family. This was achieved not through luck or amazing skill, but simply by living a lifestyle about 50% less expensive...

Jan 22, 201612 minEp. 42

041: How to Speak in Public with Confidence and Be On Top of Your Game by Mary Jaksch

Mary Jaksch is an authorized Zen master (Diamond Sangha lineage), psychotherapist, and author. She has two nationalities,--English and German--and lives in New Zealand. She's the mother of a grown-up son and lives happily ever after with her partner David. She's been awarded an MA in Religious Studies, holds a 4th Dan Blackbelt in karate, started professional life as a flautist and loves dancing Argentine tango in skimpy dresses. Episode 41: How to Speak in Public with Confidence and Be On Top o...

Jan 21, 201614 minEp. 41

040: The Mindfulness Guide for the Super Busy: How to Live Life to the Fullest by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits

Optimal Living Daily: Reading you the best content on personal development, productivity, and minimalism. Episode 40: The Mindfulness Guide for the Super Busy: How to Live Life to the Fullest by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits. 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: http://zenhabits....

Jan 20, 201613 minEp. 40

039: A Minimalist's Thoughts on Diet by Joshua Fields Millburn of TheMinimalists.com

The Minimalists (Joshua Fields Millburn & Ryan Nicodemus) write about living a meaningful life with less stuff for 4 million readers. As featured on: ABC, CBS, NBC, BBC, TODAY, NPR, TIME, Forbes, The Atlantic, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and National Post. They live in Missoula, Montana. Episode 39: A Minimalist's Thoughts on Diet by Joshua Fields Millburn of TheMinimalists.com (How This Minimalist Eats, Sleeps, and Works Out). The original posts are located here: http://...

Jan 19, 201613 minEp. 39

038: Happiness First, Then Everything Else by Steve Pavlina of StevePavlina.com

Optimal Living Daily: Reading you the best content on personal development, productivity, and minimalism. Episode 38: Happiness First, Then Everything Else by Steve Pavlina of StevePavlina.com (Becoming and Staying Happy). Steve 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 ...

Jan 18, 201611 minEp. 38

037: On Failing Gracefully by Colin Wright of ExileLifestyle.com

Optimal Living Daily: Reading you the best content on personal development, productivity, and minimalism. Episode 37: On Failing Gracefully by Colin Wright of ExileLifestyle.com (Why Failure and Losing is a Must for Personal Development and Growth). Colin is a professional author and international speaker, 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 minimalis...

Jan 17, 201611 minEp. 37

036: The Shockingly Simple Math Behind Early Retirement by Mister Money Mustache of MrMoneyMustache.com

Optimal Living Daily: Reading you the best content on personal development, productivity, and minimalism. Episode 36: The Shockingly Simple Math Behind Early Retirement by Mister Money Mustache of MrMoneyMustache.com (How to Retire Earlier). Mr. Money Mustache is a thirty-something retiree who now writes about how we can all live a frugal, yet awesome, life of leisure. He and his wife studied engineering and computer science in Canada, then worked in standard tech-industry cubicle jobs in variou...

Jan 16, 201611 minEp. 36

035: 10 Benefits of Rising Early, and How to Do It by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits

Optimal Living Daily: Reading you the best content on personal development, productivity, and minimalism. Episode 35: 10 Benefits of Rising Early, and How to Do It by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits (How and Why to Wake Up on Time). 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: http://zenha...

Jan 15, 201614 minEp. 35

034: Letting Go of Sentimental Items by Joshua Fields Millburn of The Minimalists

Optimal Living Daily: Reading you the best content on personal development, productivity, and minimalism. Episode 34: Letting Go of Sentimental Items by Joshua Fields Millburn of The Minimalists (How to Get Rid of Meaningful Stuff and Junk). Joshua Fields Millburn & Ryan Nicodemus write about living a meaningful life with less stuff for 4 million readers. As featured on: ABC, CBS, NBC, BBC, TODAY, NPR, TIME, Forbes, The Atlantic, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and National P...

Jan 14, 201612 minEp. 34

033: How to Stop Complaining by Steve Pavlina of StevePavlina.com

Optimal Living Daily: Reading you the best content on personal development, productivity, and minimalism. Episode 33: How to Stop Complaining by Steve Pavlina of StevePavlina.com (Overcoming Negativity and Assuming Total Responsibility). Steve 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...

Jan 13, 201613 minEp. 33

032: Great News - Early Retirement Doesn't Mean You'll Stop Working by Mr. Money Mustache of MrMoneyMustache.com

Mr. Money Mustache is a thirty-something retiree who now writes about how we can all live a frugal, yet awesome, life of leisure. He and his wife studied engineering and computer science in Canada, then worked in standard tech-industry cubicle jobs in various locations throughout the late ’90s and early 2000s. Then they retired from real work way back in 2005 in order to start a family. This was achieved not through luck or amazing skill, but simply by living a lifestyle about 50% less expensive...

Jan 12, 201614 minEp. 32

031: 10 Ways to Simplify Your Budget by Leo Babauta of ZenHabits.net

Optimal Living Daily: Reading you the best content on personal development, productivity, and minimalism. Episode 31: 10 Ways to Simplify Your Budget by Leo Babauta of ZenHabits.net (Plus a Free Budgeting Excel Spreadsheet as a Gift). 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: http...

Jan 11, 201613 minEp. 31

030: Financial Freedom: 5 Difficult Steps to Get Out of Debt, Create a Simple Budget, Plan for the Future, and Regain Control of Your Finances

The Minimalists (Joshua Fields Millburn & Ryan Nicodemus) write about living a meaningful life with less stuff for 4 million readers. As featured on: ABC, CBS, NBC, BBC, TODAY, NPR, TIME, Forbes, The Atlantic, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and National Post. They live in Missoula, Montana. Episode 30: Financial Freedom: 5 Difficult Steps to Get Out of Debt, Create a Simple Budget, Plan for the Future, and Regain Control of Your Finances by Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Ni...

Jan 10, 201617 minEp. 30

029: 2 Mental Blocks to Making Money by Steve Pavlina of StevePavlina.com

Optimal Living Daily: Reading you the best content on personal development, productivity, and minimalism. Episode 29: 2 Mental Blocks to Making Money by Steve Pavlina of StevePavlina.com (Providing Value to Generate Income). Steve 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 ...

Jan 09, 201613 minEp. 29

028: Give Yourself the Gift of Not Worrying About Money by Mr. Money Mustache of MrMoneyMustache.com

Mr. Money Mustache is a thirty-something retiree who now writes about how we can all live a frugal, yet awesome, life of leisure. He and his wife studied engineering and computer science in Canada, then worked in standard tech-industry cubicle jobs in various locations throughout the late ’90s and early 2000s. Then they retired from real work way back in 2005 in order to start a family. This was achieved not through luck or amazing skill, but simply by living a lifestyle about 50% less expensive...

Jan 08, 201611 minEp. 28

027: Simple Finances: How and Why to Build Up a Cushion in the Bank by Leo Babauta of ZenHabits.net

Optimal Living Daily: Reading you the best content on personal development, productivity, and minimalism. Episode 27: Simple Finances: How and Why to Build Up a Cushion in the Bank by Leo Babauta of ZenHabits.net (How to Save Money). 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: http:...

Jan 07, 201611 minEp. 27

026: Money Does Not Buy Better Habits and A Minimalist's Thoughts on Money by Joshua Fields Millburn of TheMinimalists.com

Optimal Living Daily: Reading you the best content on personal development, productivity, and minimalism. Episode 26: Money Does Not Buy Better Habits and A Minimalist's Thoughts on Money by Joshua Fields Millburn of TheMinimalists.com. Joshua Fields Millburn & Ryan Nicodemus write about living a meaningful life with less stuff for 4 million readers. As featured on: ABC, CBS, NBC, BBC, TODAY, NPR, TIME, Forbes, The Atlantic, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and National Post. ...

Jan 06, 201610 minEp. 26

025: How I Met Good Fortune Half Way - And You Can Too by Mary Jaksch of GoodLifeZen.com

Optimal Living Daily: Reading you the best content on personal development, productivity, and minimalism. Episode 25: How I Met Good Fortune Half Way - And You Can Too by Mary Jaksch of GoodLifeZen.com (A Financial Comeback Story). Mary Jaksch is an authorized Zen master (Diamond Sangha lineage), psychotherapist, and author. She has two nationalities,--English and German--and lives in New Zealand. She's the mother of a grown-up son and lives happily ever after with her partner David. She's been ...

Jan 05, 201618 minEp. 25

024: Playing the Money Game by Steve Pavlina of StevePavlina.com

Optimal Living Daily: Reading you the best content on personal development, productivity, and minimalism. Episode 24: Playing the Money Game by Steve Pavlina of StevePavlina.com (The Psychology Behind Cash). Steve 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 ...

Jan 04, 201611 minEp. 24
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