Optimal Living Daily - Personal Development & Self-Improvement
3,246 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 35 ratingsJoin award-winning audiobook narrator 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 blog posts from some of the most influential voices in self-help, covering a wide array of topics such as 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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1146: Get Power from Uncomfortable Situations by Kathy Seaton with UCI Division of Continuing Education
January 30, 2019 08:00 - 9 minutesKathy Seaton with UCI Division of Continuing Education shares how to get power from uncomfortable situations. Episode 1146: Get Power from Uncomfortable Situations by Kathy Seaton with UCI Division of Continuing Education Since 1962, University of California, Division of Continuing Education has been offering continuing education for adult learners in Orange County for over half a century. Today they maintain over 30,000 enrollments from students worldwide each year and offer hundreds of exci...
1145: It's Much Easier Than You Think to Live the Life You Want by Isaac Morehouse on Simple Living & Emotional Freedom
January 29, 2019 08:00 - 10 minutesIsaac Morehouse shares why it's much easier than you think to live the life you want. Episode 1145: It's Much Easier Than You Think to Live the Life You Want by Isaac Morehouse on Simple Living & Emotional Freedom Isaac Morehouse is the founder and CEO of Praxis, an awesome startup apprenticeship program making degrees irrelevant for careers. He is dedicated to the relentless pursuit of freedom. He's written some books, done some podcasting, and is always experimenting with self-directed livi...
1144: Minimalism & Happiness Through Scientific Eyes by Lee Hughes with The Minimalists on Simple Living
January 28, 2019 08:00 - 10 minutesLee Hughes with The Minimalists shares his thoughts on minimalism and happiness through scientific eyes. Episode 1144: Minimalism & Happiness Through Scientific Eyes by Lee Hughes with The Minimalists on Simple Living 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 Missoul...
1143: The Decision to Be Remarkable by Chris Guillebeau on Pursuing Greatness
January 27, 2019 08:00 - 12 minutesChris Guillebeau shares his thoughts on the decision to be remarkable. Episode 1143: The Decision to Be Remarkable by Chris Guillebeau on Pursuing Greatness Chris Guillebeau is a New York Times bestselling author and modern-day explorer. He is the author of 5 books and his daily podcast, Side Hustle School, is downloaded more than 2 million times a month. Every summer in Portland, Oregon, Chris hosts the World Domination Summit, a gathering of creative, remarkable people with thousands in att...
1142: Are You Positive About Positive Thinking? by Greg Audino on Optimism & Compassion
January 26, 2019 08:00 - 10 minutesGreg Audino asks if you are positive about positive thinking? Episode 1142: Are You Positive About Positive Thinking? by Greg Audino on Optimism & Compassion Greg Audino of gregaudino.com is both a certified life coach and an actor. He combines his passions to create short and digestible videos which shine new light on the turbulent areas of life that many of us already have our minds made up about. Constantly seeking to share new insight, Audino uses humor and a variety of PG-13 examples to ...
1141: Be Free (Even When People Disagree) by TK Coleman on How to be Confident & Authentic
January 25, 2019 08:00 - 8 minutesT.K. Coleman shares why you should be free even when people disagree. Episode 1141: Be Free (Even When People Disagree) by TK Coleman on How to be Confident & Authentic T.K. Coleman is the Co-Founder & Education Director of Praxis. He is a prolific writer and speaker with a singular mission: to awaken people to their own creative power. Sounds cheesy, but TK listens to Christmas music year-round, so he's used to being called cheesy and it doesn't bother him in the least. Learn more about him ...
1140: Find What You Love and Let It Kill You by Mark Manson on Finding Passion and Purpose in Life
January 24, 2019 08:00 - 12 minutesMark Manson shares why you should find what you love and let it kill you. Episode 1140: Find What You Love and Let It Kill You by Mark Manson on Finding Passion and Purpose in Life Mark Manson was a full-time professional dating coach for men from 2008 until 2011. Sick of the industry, he wrote his first book, Models: Attract Women Through Honesty, and changed the name and focus of his business to address broader self-development topics for men. The book took off, selling tens of thousands of...
1139: Why Respecting Boundaries Is A Win/Win/Win by Helene Massicotte of Free To Pursue on Healthy Relationship
January 23, 2019 08:00 - 10 minutesHelene Massicotte of Free To Pursue shares why respecting boundaries is a win/win/win. Episode 1139: Why Respecting Boundaries Is A Win/Win/Win by Helene Massicotte of Free To Pursue on Healthy Relationship 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 ...
1138: The Freedom of Authenticity (and 7 of My Biggest Flaws) by Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist on Self Awareness
January 22, 2019 08:00 - 10 minutesJoshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist shares the freedom of authenticity and 7 of his biggest flaws. Episode 1138: The Freedom of Authenticity (and 7 of My Biggest Flaws) by Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist on Self Awareness 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 Glo...
1137: How The Aspiring Minimalist Can Modify The KonMari Method by Jen Smith of Modern Frugality on Marie Kondo
January 21, 2019 08:00 - 11 minutesJen Smith of Modern Frugality shares how the aspiring minimalist can modify the KonMari method. Episode 1137: How The Aspiring Minimalist Can Modify The KonMari Method by Jen Smith of Modern Frugality on Marie Kondo Jen Smith is a twenty-something on budget with an uber-frugal husband. Travis and her got married on October 3rd, 2015 with almost $78,000 of debt between them. With lots of frugality and side hustles, they paid it off in 23 months and have been debt free since August 31st, 2017. ...
1136: Metacognitive Exercises by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle on Personal Development & Mindfulness
January 20, 2019 08:00 - 10 minutesColin Wright of Exile Lifestyle shares his thoughts metacognitive exercises. Episode 1136: Metacognitive Exercises by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle on Personal Development & Mindfulness 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 i...
1135: Three Things We All Need to Know About Desire by David Cain of Raptitude on Intentional Living
January 19, 2019 08:00 - 13 minutesDavid Cain of Raptitude shares three things we all need to know about desire. Episode 1135: Three Things We All Need to Know About Desire by David Cain of Raptitude on Intentional Living 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 an audi...
1134: Four Lessons Motorcycles Taught Me About Focus by Michael Mehlberg of Modern da Vinci on Clarity & Vision
January 18, 2019 08:00 - 12 minutesMichael Mehlberg of Modern da Vinci shares four lessons motorcycles taught him about focus. Episode 1134: Four Lessons Motorcycles Taught Me About Focus by Michael Mehlberg of Modern da Vinci on Clarity & Vision Michael Mehlberg is an entrepreneur and certified agile project manager who specializes in productivity and organization systems. His blog, Modern da Vinci has been called "The Owners Manual to an Awesome Life" and helps high-achieving entrepreneurs master their life and business - cr...
1133: How To Change Your Life In 30 Days by Benjamin Hardy on Willpower & Creativity
January 17, 2019 08:00 - 10 minutesBenjamin Hardy shares how to change your life in 30 days. Episode 1133: How To Change Your Life In 30 Days by Benjamin Hardy on Willpower & Creativity Benjamin Hardy has been the top writer on Medium.com since late 2015. He focuses on self-improvement, motivation, and entrepreneurship. His writing is fueled by his personal experiences, self-directed education, and formal education. His research focuses on the psychological differences of "wantrepreneurs" and actual entrepreneurs. He lives in ...
1132: 5 Ways to Get Energized and Motivated When You Feel Lazy by Chantalle Blikman with Tiny Buddha on Inspiration
January 16, 2019 08:00 - 10 minutesChantalle Blikman with Tiny Buddha shares 5 ways to get energized and motivated when you feel lazy. Episode 1132: 5 Ways to Get Energized and Motivated When You Feel Lazy by Chantalle Blikman with Tiny Buddha on Inspiration Lori Deschene is the founder of Tiny Buddha and Recreate Your Life Story, an online course that helps you let go of the past and live a life you love. Her latest book: Tiny Buddha's Gratitude Journal, which includes 15 coloring pages, is now available for purchase. For dai...
1131: Carry the Weight by Tynan on Personal Responsibility & Hard Work
January 15, 2019 08:00 - 7 minutesTynan shares his thoughts on carrying weight in life. Episode 1131: Carry the Weight by Tynan on Personal Responsibility & Hard Work 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 the main chara...
1130: Understanding The Poetics of Space by Victoria Vargas with Rowdy Kittens on Tiny Homes & KonMari
January 14, 2019 08:00 - 11 minutesVictoria Vargas with Rowdy Kittens shares her thoughts on understanding the poetics of space. Episode 1130: Understanding The Poetics of Space by Victoria Vargas with Rowdy Kittens on Tiny Homes & KonMari Tammy Strobel is a photographer, writer, teacher, and founder of RowdyKittens.com. She loves morning views, tiny homes, reading, and everyday adventures. She started Rowdy Kittens to share her story and help you go small, think big, and be happy. Every week, she shares new photos, writing, a...
1129: How to Stop Killing Dreams by Courtney Carver of Be More With Less on Pursuing Your Passions
January 13, 2019 08:00 - 9 minutesCourtney Carver of Be More With Less shares how to stop killing dreams. Episode 1129: How to Stop Killing Dreams by Courtney Carver of Be More With Less on Pursuing Your Passions Courtney Carver was stopped in her tracks with a scary MS diagnosis after decades of debt, discontent, and trying to do it all. She had to slow down, prioritize her health, and figure out what was really important in her life. She discovered what mattered most by getting rid of everything that didn’t matter at all. I...
1128: Learning to Savor the Firsts and the Lasts by Britt with No Sidebar on Intentional Living
January 12, 2019 08:00 - 9 minutesBritt with No Sidebar shares her thoughts on learning to savor the firsts and the lasts. Episode 1128: Learning to Savor the Firsts and the Lasts by Britt with No Sidebar on Intentional Living 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 ...
1127: Four Antidotes to Procrastination by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Getting Things Done
January 11, 2019 08:00 - 9 minutesLeo Babauta of Zen Habits shares four antidotes to procrastination. Episode 1127: Four Antidotes to Procrastination by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Getting Things Done 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/antidotes Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Le...
1126: 3 Great Ways to Force Yourself to Be More Grateful (and a Lot Happier) by Marc Chernoff of Marc And Angel
January 10, 2019 08:00 - 10 minutesMarc Chernoff of Marc and Angel Hack Life shares 3 great ways to force yourself to be more grateful and a lot happier. Episode 1126: 3 Great Ways to Force Yourself to Be More Grateful (and a Lot Happier) by Marc Chernoff of Marc And Angel Marc and Angel Chernoff are New York Times bestselling authors, 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 b...
1125: Why You're Afraid to Commit to Your Goals by Cylon George of Spiritual Living For Busy People
January 09, 2019 08:00 - 9 minutesCylon George of Spiritual Living for Busy People shares why you're afraid to commit to your goals. Episode 1125: Why You're Afraid to Commit to Your Goals by Cylon George of Spiritual Living For Busy People 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 people thrive in their spiritual lives so they can ...
1124: Self-Discipline: Willpower by Steve Pavlina on Creating Habits to Achieve Success
January 08, 2019 08:00 - 10 minutesSteve Pavlina shares his thoughts self-discipline and willpower. Episode 1124: Self-Discipline: Willpower by Steve Pavlina on Creating Habits to Achieve Success 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 self-help topics, including productivity, re...
1123: Minimalism Isn't a Numbers Game by Cait Flanders on How to Start A Minimalist Life
January 07, 2019 08:00 - 10 minutesCait Flanders shares why minimalism isn't a numbers game. Episode 1123: Minimalism Isn't a Numbers Game by Cait Flanders on How to Start A Minimalist Life Cait Flanders started Blonde on a Budget to document her debt repayment journey. After paying it off, she adopted a minimalist lifestyle, tossed 75% of her stuff, and is currently doing a two-year shopping ban. She shares stories and lessons learned every week. The original post is located here: https://caitflanders.com/2015/03/23/minimalis...
1122: The Power of Focusing On What You Can Control by Kristin Wong with Get Rich Slowly on Positive Habits
January 06, 2019 08:00 - 10 minutesKristin Wong with Get Rich Slowly shares the power of focusing on what you can control. Episode 1122: The Power of Focusing On What You Can Control by Kristin Wong with Get Rich Slowly on Positive Habits J.D. Roth has been reading and writing about personal finance for a decade. Today he’s financially independent, but ten years ago, his money life was a disaster, with over $35,000 in consumer debt. He started turning everything around in 2004. By being the boss of your own life, you, too, can...
1121: Three Easy Steps You Can Take to Dramatically Reduce Your Stress by Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You To Be Rich
January 05, 2019 08:00 - 8 minutesRamit Sethi of I Will Teach You to be Rich shares three easy steps you can take to dramatically reduce your stress. Episode 1121: Three Easy Steps You Can Take to Dramatically Reduce Your Stress by Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You To Be Rich Ramit wants to use money to say YES. He knew there was a better way to live a rich life—if we could use psychology to focus on what actually works. Not just for personal finance, but all aspects of life: money, careers, relationships, business, fitness, an...
1120: Addicted to Certainty by Allison Carmen of The Gift of Maybe on Resiliency
January 04, 2019 08:00 - 10 minutesAllison Carmen shares her thoughts on being addicted to certainty. Episode 1120: Addicted to Certainty by Allison Carmen of The Gift of Maybe on Resiliency Allison Carmen holds a B.A. in accounting, a J.D. of Law, and a Master’s of Law in taxation. After working for a large law firm in Manhattan, Allison founded her own law firm and built a successful practice focusing on real estate, corporate, mergers and acquisitions, and taxation. After 15 years of practicing law, Allison transitioned her...
1119: Creating Check Points for Living Well by Anthony Ongaro of Break The Twitch on Rational Minimalism
January 03, 2019 08:00 - 9 minutesAnthony Ongaro of Break the Twitch shares his thoughts on creating check points for living well. Episode 1119: Creating Check Points for Living Well by Anthony Ongaro of Break The Twitch on Rational Minimalism 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 smartph...
1118: Forming New Habits: Train to be an Amateur, Not an Expert by Nir Eyal & Charles Wang of Nir And Far
January 02, 2019 08:00 - 9 minutesNir Eyal and Charles Wang share their thoughts on forming new habits by training to be an amateur, not an expert. Episode 1118: Forming New Habits: Train to be an Amateur, Not an Expert by Nir Eyal & Charles Wang of Nir And Far Nir Eyal writes, consults, and teaches about the intersection of psychology, technology, and business. The M.I.T. Technology Review dubbed Nir, “The Prophet of Habit-Forming Technology.” Nir founded two tech companies since 2003 and has taught at the Stanford Graduate ...
1117: Four Times When You Need To Do Absolutely Nothing by James Altucher on New Year's Resolutions
January 01, 2019 08:00 - 9 minutesJames Altucher shares the four times when you need to do absolutely nothing. Episode 1117: Four Times When You Need To Do Absolutely Nothing by James Altucher on New Year's Resolutions James Altucher is an American hedge fund manager, entrepreneur, bestselling author, and podcaster. He has founded or cofounded more than 20 companies and says he failed at 17 of them. He has published 11 books, and is a regular contributor to The Financial Times, TechCrunch, and The Huffington Post. USA Today n...
1116: 11 Resolutions For a Better You - Proven by Science by Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist
December 31, 2018 08:00 - 10 minutesJoshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist shares 11 resolutions proven by science for a better you. Episode 1116: 11 Resolutions For a Better You - Proven by Science 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, the Wall Street Journal...
1115: [Part 2] Regular Revolutions by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle on Self Improvement
December 30, 2018 08:00 - 10 minutesColin Wright of Exile Lifestyle shares his thoughts on regular revolutions. This is part 2 of 2. Episode 1115: [Part 2] Regular Revolutions by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle on Self Improvement 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 ca...
1114: [Part 1] Regular Revolutions by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle on Personal Development
December 29, 2018 08:00 - 11 minutesColin Wright of Exile Lifestyle shares his thoughts on regular revolutions. This is part 1 of 2. Episode 1114: [Part 1] Regular Revolutions by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle on Personal Development 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 i...
1113: Why Is It So Hard to Exit a Bad Situation? by Isaac Morehouse of Office Hours on Self Help
December 28, 2018 08:00 - 11 minutesIsaac Morehouse shares why it's so hard to exit a bad situation. Episode 1113: Why Is It So Hard to Exit a Bad Situation? by Isaac Morehouse of Office Hours on Self Help Isaac Morehouse is the founder and CEO of Praxis, an awesome startup apprenticeship program making degrees irrelevant for careers. He is dedicated to the relentless pursuit of freedom. He's written some books, done some podcasting, and is always experimenting with self-directed living and learning. When he's not with his wife...
1112: Glory Days by Chris Guillebeau on Adventure & Living Your Best Life
December 27, 2018 08:00 - 10 minutesChris Guillebeau shares his thoughts on glory days. Episode 1112: Glory Days by Chris Guillebeau on Adventure & Living Your Best Life Chris Guillebeau is a New York Times bestselling author and modern-day explorer. He is the author of 5 books and his daily podcast, Side Hustle School, is downloaded more than 2 million times a month. Every summer in Portland, Oregon, Chris hosts the World Domination Summit, a gathering of creative, remarkable people with thousands in attendance. Chris is also ...
1111: 3 Ways People Become Stuck, Undeveloped, and Unsuccessful by Benjamin Hardy on Self Improvement
December 26, 2018 08:00 - 12 minutesBenjamin Hardy shares 3 ways people become stuck, undeveloped, and unsuccessful. Episode 1111: 3 Ways People Become Stuck, Undeveloped, and Unsuccessful by Benjamin Hardy on Self Improvement Benjamin Hardy has been the top writer on Medium.com since late 2015. He focuses on self-improvement, motivation, and entrepreneurship. His writing is fueled by his personal experiences, self-directed education, and formal education. His research focuses on the psychological differences of "wantrepreneurs...
1110: Why I Listen to Christmas Music Every Day by TK Coleman of Office Hours on Happiness
December 25, 2018 08:00 - 8 minutesT.K. Coleman shares why he listens to Christmas music every day. Episode 1110: Why I Listen to Christmas Music Every Day by TK Coleman of Office Hours on Happiness T.K. Coleman is the Co-Founder & Education Director of Praxis. He is a prolific writer and speaker with a singular mission: to awaken people to their own creative power. Sounds cheesy, but TK listens to Christmas music year-round, so he's used to being called cheesy and it doesn't bother him in the least. Learn more about him at TK...
1109: Chasing Perfection by Helene Massicotte of Free To Pursue on Minimalism & Happiness
December 24, 2018 08:00 - 9 minutesHelene Massicotte of Free To Pursue shares her thoughts on chasing perfection. Episode 1109: Chasing Perfection by Helene Massicotte of Free To Pursue on Minimalism & Happiness 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-thirties because it wa...
1108: The Best Christmas Gift Ever: Finding Blessings in Challenges by Emmanuel Dagher with Tiny Buddha
December 23, 2018 08:00 - 13 minutesEmmanuel Dagher with Tiny Buddha shares the best Christmas gift ever. Episode 1108: The Best Christmas Gift Ever: Finding Blessings in Challenges by Emmanuel Dagher with Tiny Buddha Lori Deschene is the founder of Tiny Buddha and Recreate Your Life Story, an online course that helps you let go of the past and live a life you love. Her latest book: Tiny Buddha's Gratitude Journal, which includes 15 coloring pages, is now available for purchase. For daily wisdom, follow Tiny Buddha on Twitter, ...
1107: They're All Just a Bunch of Hippies by Joshua Fields Millburn & Ryan Nicodemus of The Minimalists
December 22, 2018 08:00 - 8 minutesJoshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus of The Minimalists shares why they aren't just a bunch of hippies. Episode 1107: They're All Just a Bunch of Hippies by Joshua Fields Millburn & Ryan Nicodemus of 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 Miss...
1106: Gratitude Comes From Noticing Your Life, Not From Thinking About It by David Cain of Raptitude
December 21, 2018 08:00 - 9 minutesDavid Cain of Raptitude shares why gratitude comes from noticing your life, not from thinking about it. Episode 1106: Gratitude Comes From Noticing Your Life, Not From Thinking About It by David Cain of Raptitude 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 thos...
1105: The Difference Between Experiments and Goals: How to Balance Spontaneity with the Focused Pursuit of Fame
December 20, 2018 08:00 - 12 minutesCal Newport of the Study Hacks blog shares the difference between experiments and goals and how to balance spontaneity with the focused pursuit of fame. Episode 1105: The Difference Between Experiments and Goals: How to Balance Spontaneity with the Focused Pursuit of Fame Cal Newport is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Georgetown University, who specializes in the theory of distributed algorithms. He previously earned his Ph.D. from MIT in 2009 and graduated from Dartmouth Colleg...
1104: A Gentle Warrior's Guide to Navigating the New World by Courtney Carver of Be More With Less
December 19, 2018 08:00 - 10 minutesCourtney Carver of Be More With Less shares a gentle warrior's guide to navigating the new world. Episode 1104: A Gentle Warrior's Guide to Navigating the New World by Courtney Carver of Be More With Less Courtney Carver was stopped in her tracks with a scary MS diagnosis after decades of debt, discontent, and trying to do it all. She had to slow down, prioritize her health, and figure out what was really important in her life. She discovered what mattered most by getting rid of everything th...
1103: 5 Questions to Simplify Your Life During the Holidays by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Simple Living
December 18, 2018 08:00 - 9 minutesLeo Babauta of Zen Habits asks 5 questions to simplify your life during the holidays. Episode 1103: 5 Questions to Simplify Your Life During the Holidays by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Simple Living 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/simple-holiday...
1102: Why Confidence is the Key to a Simple Life by Melissa Camara Wilkins with No Sidebar on Minimalism
December 17, 2018 08:00 - 9 minutesMelissa Camara Wilkins with No Sidebar shares why confidence is the key to a simple life. Episode 1102: Why Confidence is the Key to a Simple Life by Melissa Camara Wilkins with No Sidebar on Minimalism 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...
1101: Making the Biggest Decisions by Tynan on Decision Making Skills & Resilience
December 16, 2018 08:00 - 9 minutesTynan shares his thoughts on making the biggest decisions. Episode 1101: Making the Biggest Decisions by Tynan on Decision Making Skills & Resilience 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 ...
1100: 9 Ways to Become an Optimist by Angel Chernoff of Marc And Angel on How to be Happy
December 15, 2018 08:00 - 13 minutesAngel Chernoff of Marc and Angel Hack Life shares 9 ways to become an optimist. Episode 1100: 9 Ways to Become an Optimist by Angel Chernoff of Marc And Angel on How to be Happy Marc and Angel Chernoff are New York Times bestselling authors, 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...
1099: On Suffering and Surfing by Dr. Chris Patti of Appalachian State University
December 14, 2018 08:00 - 12 minutesDr. Chris Patti shares his thoughts on suffering and surfing. Episode 1099: On Suffering and Surfing by Dr. Chris Patti of Appalachian State University Dr. Chris J. Patti (PhD) is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication at Appalachian State University. As an ethnographic writer, his research highlights stories of love, loss, and transformation. He also leads a meditation club in the department. Follow them on Twitter: https://twitter.com/awarenessbites You can email Chris at...
1098: Finding Quality Information in a Sea of Rubbish by Michael Mehlberg of Modern da Vinci on Clarity
December 13, 2018 08:00 - 10 minutesMichael Mehlberg of Modern da Vinci shares his thoughts on finding quality information in a sea of rubbish. Episode 1098: Finding Quality Information in a Sea of Rubbish by Michael Mehlberg of Modern da Vinci on Clarity Michael Mehlberg is an entrepreneur and certified agile project manager who specializes in productivity and organization systems. His blog, Modern da Vinci has been called "The Owners Manual to an Awesome Life" and helps high-achieving entrepreneurs master their life and busin...
1097: It's Not All About Money: 5 Ways to Redefine Success by Skylar Liberty Rose with Tiny Buddha on Happiness
December 12, 2018 08:00 - 8 minutesSkylar Liberty Rose with Tiny Buddha shares 5 ways to redefine success. Episode 1097: It's Not All About Money: 5 Ways to Redefine Success by Skylar Liberty Rose with Tiny Buddha on Happiness Lori Deschene is the founder of Tiny Buddha and Recreate Your Life Story, an online course that helps you let go of the past and live a life you love. Her latest book: Tiny Buddha's Gratitude Journal, which includes 15 coloring pages, is now available for purchase. For daily wisdom, follow Tiny Buddha on...