3429: Give The Present Of Presence by Randi Kay of NaturallyRandiKay on Intentional Relationships

Optimal Living Daily - Personal Development and Self-Improvement

Optimal Living Daily - Personal Development and Self-Improvement

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Episode 3429:

Randi Kay reflects on the importance of being truly present with loved ones, especially during the holiday season. By reducing distractions like phone usage, we create space for meaningful connections and discover the profound impact of undivided attention. Her insights inspire us to nurture intentional relationships over mindless habits.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.naturallyrandikay.com/post/presentofpresence

Quotes to ponder:

“The more connected we are, the more disconnected we are from the people that matter the most.”

“Try to think of a time where someone was truly present with you. How did it make you feel?”

“To me, there is nothing more amazing than pure, deep connection. I love it.”

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3429: Give The Present Of Presence by Randi Kay of NaturallyRandiKay on Intentional Relationships

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Episode 3429:

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.naturallyrandikay.com/post/presentofpresence

Quotes to ponder:

“The more connected we are, the more disconnected we are from the people that matter the most.”

“Try to think of a time where someone was truly present with you. How did it make you feel?”

“To me, there is nothing more amazing than pure, deep connection. I love it.”

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3560: My Top Seven Rules by James Altucher on How to Live a Richer Life 12:07

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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 3560: James Altucher distills decades of hard-won wisdom into seven powerful rules for a richer, more resilient life. From eliminating toxic influences to mastering reinvention, his insights challenge conventional thinking and empower listeners to take full responsibility for their personal growth and happiness. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://archive.jamesaltucher.com/blog/top-seven-rules/ Quotes to ponder: "Nobody is going to solve your problems. You are not a precious little flower. You are the gardener." "Every day you need to wake up and say, ‘Who do I choose to be today?’" "If someone drains you every time you talk to them, delete." Episode references: Reinvent Yourself: https://www.amazon.com/Reinvent-Yourself-James-Altucher/dp/1541137132 The Power of No: https://www.amazon.com/Power-No-Because-Yes-Your/dp/1401945872 Choose Yourself: https://www.amazon.com/Choose-Yourself-James-Altucher/dp/1490313370 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3559: Seeking Stillness by Keith Wilson on Inner Peace and A Meaningful Life 12:25

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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 3559: Keith Wilson explores the overlooked power of stillness in a world that celebrates hustle, achievement, and noise. Through timeless wisdom and modern-day relevance, he illustrates how cultivating inner peace can unlock clarity, strength, and a more meaningful life. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://medium.com/change-becomes-you/seeking-stillness-2765447bba6a Quotes to ponder: "Stillness is not about inactivity, it’s about presence." "It’s in stillness that we can hear the whispers of wisdom, truth, and clarity." "We are always reacting, always on, always responding. But stillness invites us to observe before we act." Episode references: Meditations by Marcus Aurelius: https://www.amazon.com/Meditations-Penguin-Classics-Marcus-Aurelius/dp/0140449337 The Daily Stoic: https://dailystoic.com Tao Te Ching by Lao Tzu: https://www.amazon.com/Tao-Te-Ching-Lao-Tzu/dp/1590305469 Stillness Is the Key: https://www.amazon.com/Stillness-Key-Ryan-Holiday/dp/0525538585 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3558: 7 Insights on Happiness, Personal Freedom and Productivity by Jill Coleman of JillFit 11:21

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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 3558: Jill Coleman shares seven transformative insights on creating a life of happiness, personal freedom, and sustainable productivity by shifting mindset, releasing perfectionism, and trusting yourself more. These reflections encourage a deeper sense of self-awareness and help you let go of external validation in favor of internal peace. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://jillfit.com/2012/05/07/7-insights-happiness-personal-freedom-productivity/ Quotes to ponder: "I used to think that if I could just do everything perfectly, I would be happy. But I’ve learned that perfectionism is the enemy of happiness." "Discipline is not about restriction. It’s about freedom." "When you start trusting yourself, things get really quiet and peaceful inside." Episode references: The Four Agreements: https://www.amazon.com/Four-Agreements-Practical-Personal-Freedom/dp/1878424319 The Gifts of Imperfection: 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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3557: How to Build Your Self-Confidence: The Key to a More Intentional Life by Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist 12:45

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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 3557: Joshua Becker explores how confidence is less about innate talent and more about deliberate practice and mindset. By focusing on preparation, embracing discomfort, and shifting internal narratives, he offers practical strategies to cultivate authentic self-assurance and overcome self-doubt. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.becomingminimalist.com/how-to-be-more-confident/ Quotes to ponder: "Confidence is not a personality trait or a fixed attribute, it is a skill that can be developed." "We become more confident when we prepare, practice, and embrace discomfort." "Changing the narrative we tell ourselves may be the most powerful step in building confidence." Episode references: The Gifts of Imperfection: https://www.amazon.com/Gifts-Imperfection-Think-Supposed-Embrace/dp/159285849X The Confidence Code: https://www.amazon.com/Confidence-Code-Science-Self-Assurance-What-Should/dp/006223062X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3556: Resigning from a Culture of Busy by Julianna Poplin with No Sidebar on Minimalism and A Simple Life 11:00

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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 3556: Choosing to step away from the relentless culture of busyness requires intentionality. Julianna Poplin challenges the automatic urge to fill our schedules, urging us to examine our motives, set clear boundaries, and pause before saying yes. By consciously opting for a slower pace, we reclaim time for what truly matters, whether that’s family, rest, or simply enjoying life’s little moments. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nosidebar.com/culture-of-busy/ Quotes to ponder: "It’s not that we are already busy. It’s that we don’t want to become busy, and that’s why we don’t do these extra things. We are intentionally un-busy." "We sign onto things without knowing why we are doing them. We go with the flow of what other parents do, what friends do, or what our family does without stopping to ask questions." "The world will fill your schedule up until you’re drained and exhausted. Choosing to let go of busyness will mean you get used to saying no and saying it often." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3555: 10 Simple Minimalism Guidelines by Anthony Ongaro of Break The Twitch on Organizing and Decluttering 10:07

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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 3555: Minimalism isn’t about having a perfectly curated aesthetic, it’s about removing distractions to focus on what truly matters. Anthony Ongaro shares ten simple guidelines for embracing a minimalist lifestyle, emphasizing decluttering before organizing, letting go of the pursuit of things, and detaching self-worth from possessions. Whether you’re new to minimalism or refining your approach, these insights make intentional living feel more achievable. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.breakthetwitch.com/minimalism-guidelines/ Quotes to ponder: "It doesn’t need to cost you anything. Embracing minimalism in your life doesn’t mean buying new things that have a certain minimalistic aesthetic." "Minimalism isn’t a one-time project. What minimalism looks like for you will change as your needs and lifestyle change." "Minimalism isn’t about living an easier life. It may be simple, but it’s not easy." Episode references: Becoming Minimalist: https://www.becomingminimalist.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3554: The Most Trying Part of Living a Good Story by Jeff Goins on Building Resilience and Life Fulfillment 10:26

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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 3554: A meaningful life isn’t free of struggle, it’s shaped by it. Jeff Goins explores the essential truth that good stories, like good lives, require conflict, sacrifice, and purpose beyond ourselves. Instead of chasing comfort, embracing hardship can lead to the kind of fulfillment that truly lasts. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://goinswriter.com/living-good-story/ Quotes to ponder: "It's only a passing thing, this shadow. Even darkness must pass. A new day will come." "Good stories involve conflict, which is just a nice word for pain. People don't become heroes without sacrifice." "A life that is focused solely on self and one's own happiness ultimately ends up being shallow and unsatisfying." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3553: The Relativism of Advice by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle on Personal Development 10:20

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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 3553: Good advice isn’t one-size-fits-all, yet we often forget this when seeking guidance. Colin Wright challenges the idea of universal advice, emphasizing that personal context, skills, experiences, and circumstances, plays a crucial role in what actually works. Instead of following a rigid formula, he suggests focusing on adaptable principles that align with individual strengths and realities. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://exilelifestyle.com/the-relativism-of-advice/ Quotes to ponder: "This advice is applicable to me, the author/blogger/columnist. If you are exactly like me in every way, this will probably work pretty well for you. Otherwise, results will vary." "Definitive advice is often faulty from the outset. Not because the people divvying it out are scam-artists, not because the people receiving the advice are no-talent dreamers, but because the conversation the two are having isn’t the one they should be having." "The world is full of advice, and much of it is useful in the right hands, but also essentially worthless to most people." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3552: A Primer on Full-Screen Living by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on How to Embrace Mindfulness 10:04

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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 3552: Leo Babauta explores the power of single-tasking in an era of constant digital distractions. By shifting to "full-screen mode" in life, immersing fully in one task at a time, we can enhance focus, reduce stress, and find deeper satisfaction in our work. He offers simple, actionable steps to embrace mindfulness and presence in daily activities. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://zenhabits.net/full-screen Quotes to ponder: "Imagine working on one task with your whole mind, giving it your full screen, and not letting yourself switch constantly." "We jump from unread emails to social media to news sites, always searching for something more interesting, more urgent, more stimulating." "Single-tasking is about bringing our full attention to the moment, fully immersing ourselves in what we’re doing." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3551: Show Success Before Asking for Help AND A Warning to Anyone Receiving Advice by Derek Sivers 9:26

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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 3551: Success comes from results, not just potential. Derek Sivers shares a lesson from the music industry: those who show momentum get better opportunities. He also warns against blindly following advice, as it’s often shaped by personal bias. Instead, gather multiple perspectives and trust your own judgment. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://sivers.org/success-first & https://sivers.org/advice Quotes to ponder: "You have to make your own success first, before you ask the industry for help." "Show that you’re going to be successful without their help. Show that you have momentum." "The problem is taking any one person’s advice too seriously. Ideally, asking advice should be like echolocation." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3550: More Money, Less Happiness: When Money Makes You Miserable by Michael Laurence with Get Rich Slowly 10:39

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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 3550: More money can improve life if used wisely. Michael Laurence explores why higher incomes don’t always lead to greater happiness, often due to stressful jobs, debt, and societal pressures. True financial well-being comes from spending in ways that create freedom, security, and genuine joy, rather than simply keeping up with the Joneses. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.getrichslowly.org/more-money-less-happiness/ Quotes to ponder: "Money, in short, is neutral. It’s a tool that can make you happier, or less happy, depending on how you choose to spend it." "Instead of using the extra income to buy freedom and peace of mind, which would make them happier, they incur more debt, which makes them more anxious than ever." "Living on somebody else’s terms, living somebody else’s life, is not a recipe for happiness, and if you do it, extra money won’t make you any happier." Episode references: Your Money or Your Life: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Money-Life-Transforming-Relationship/dp/0143115766 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3549: I Hope You Feel Small: The Surprising Upside of Unselfing by Rachel Macy Stafford of Hands Free Mama 12:04

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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 3549: Spending time in nature and reconnecting with cherished childhood places can offer a profound shift in perspective. Rachel Macy Stafford reflects on how revisiting her aunt and uncle’s home after decades helped her rediscover the power of "unselfing," turning attention outward to embrace the beauty of the world beyond personal worries. By zooming out, immersing in nature, and appreciating life's vastness, we can find strength and clarity in unexpected ways. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.handsfreemama.com/2023/08/25/i-hope-you-feel-small-the-surprising-upside-of-unselfing/ Quotes to ponder: "This card reminded me of your long driveway. Every time we pulled into the driveway leading up to your house, my heart raced with excitement and happiness." "At home, I tended to make myself the center of my own universe, so naturally, everything felt big and overwhelming. But at my aunt’s house, I was immersed in the beauty of nature using all of my senses." "Experiences that refresh our energies, calm our anxieties, and nurture our well-being are more accessible than we might think." Episode references: The Sovereignty of Good by Iris Murdoch: https://www.amazon.com/Sovereignty-Good-Iris-Murdoch/dp/0415253993 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3548: How to Start Good Habits When You're Less Busy by Emma McLaren of Get Myrth 9:30

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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 3548: Emma McLaren highlights how starting new habits is much easier when life is calm, rather than during stressful, overwhelming times. Stress impairs executive function and memory, making it harder to establish lasting routines. By leveraging the path of least resistance, such as habit stacking or introducing positive changes during mellow periods, you set yourself up for long-term success. While it's always possible to make good choices, timing can play a crucial role in whether new habits stick. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.getmyrth.com/myrthblog/start-good-habits-when-youre-less-busy Quotes to ponder: "It’s easier to take up new habits when other stressors in your life aren’t so intense and when you aren't being pulled in several directions at once by a busy schedule." "That’s why we love habit stacking, which helps you leverage old habits to build new ones more easily." "It’s easier to make changes when life is calm, but it’s still possible (and healthy!) to make those changes when life is harder." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3547: Experiences, Not Things by Ali Cornish with Everthrive on Personal Growth and Lasting Happiness 10:05

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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 3547: Ali Cornish explores how investing in experiences rather than material things leads to deeper connections, personal growth, and lasting happiness. Shared adventures strengthen relationships, build character, and create memories that far outlive the fleeting joy of possessions. Research supports this idea: experiences leave a profound emotional imprint, shaping who we are in ways that objects never can. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://everthrive.org/blog/2017/3/1/experiences-not-things Quotes to ponder: "Experiences last longer in our memories than material items do." "We are the sum of our experiences, not our things." "Conquering tricky situations paves the way for potential opportunities to become better people, and becoming better people is the best gift of all." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3546: It’s Spring! The Secret To Make Your Life Dreams Bloom by Ingrid Y. Helander on Personal Development 9:30

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