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Optimal Living Daily

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Join 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. 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.

Listen now, and become an OLD friend--your optimal life awaits...

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824: 4 Things a Wise Man Taught Me About Making the Most of This Short Life by Natashia Larkin with Tiny Buddha

March 14, 2018 07:00 - 12 minutes

Natashia Larkin with Tiny Buddha shares 4 things a wise man taught her about making the most of this short life. Episode 824: 4 Things a Wise Man Taught Me About Making the Most of This Short Life by Natashia Larkin with Tiny Buddha (Carpe Diem). 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 availabl...

823: Mediocrity is a Virus. Here's How to Banish It From Your Life by Benjamin Hardy

March 13, 2018 07:00 - 15 minutes

Benjamin Hardy shares how to banish mediocrity from your life. Episode 823: Mediocrity is a Virus. Here's How to Banish It From Your Life by Benjamin Hardy (Willpower Doesn't Work - Consistency). 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 "wantrepre...

822: 7 Benefits of Practicing Detachment from S.T.U.F.F. by Tony Teegarden with Good Life Zen

March 12, 2018 07:00 - 11 minutes

Tony Teegarden with Good Life Zen shares 7 benefits of practicing detachment from your possessions. Episode 822: 7 Benefits of Practicing Detachment from S.T.U.F.F. by Tony Teegarden with Good Life Zen (Emotional Freedom). 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 awarde...

821: The Low Information Diet - Part 2 by Mr. Money Mustache

March 11, 2018 08:00 - 11 minutes

Mr. Money Mustache shares why he adheres to a low information diet. This is Part 2 of 2. Episode 821: The Low Information Diet - Part 2 by Mr. Money Mustache (Personal Development & Happiness). 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 earl...

820: The Low Information Diet - Part 1 by Mr. Money Mustache

March 10, 2018 08:00 - 10 minutes

Mr. Money Mustache shares why he adheres to a low information diet. This is Part 1 of 2. Episode 820: The Low Information Diet - Part 1 by Mr. Money Mustache (Perception of Risk & Productivity). 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 ear...

819: Chocolate Chip Waffles by Elle Sloboda with Appalachian State University Communication Course with Dr. Chris Patti

March 09, 2018 08:00 - 10 minutes

Elle Sloboda from Dr. Chris Patti's class at Appalachian State University shares a lesson in creativity. Episode 819: Chocolate Chip Waffles by Elle Sloboda with Appalachian State University (Communication Course with Dr. Chris Patti). The original post is located here: http://OLDPodcast.com/waffles Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

818: Growing in Love by Alex Curry from Appalachian State University Communication Course with Dr. Chris Patti

March 08, 2018 08:00 - 9 minutes

Alex Curry from Dr. Chris Patti's class at Appalachian State University shares how he's grown in love. Episode 818: Growing in Love by Alex Curry from Appalachian State University (Communication Course with Dr. Chris Patti). The original post is located here: http://OLDPodcast.com/growing Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

817: How to be a Gentleman and a Scholar by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle

March 07, 2018 08:00 - 11 minutes

Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle shares how to be both a gentleman and a scholar. Episode 817: How to be a Gentleman and a Scholar by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle (Personal Development Advice & Learning). 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 thin...

816: The Einstein Principle: Accomplish More By Doing Less by Cal Newport

March 06, 2018 08:00 - 14 minutes

Cal Newport of the Study Hacks blog shares how to accomplish more by doing less. Episode 816: The Einstein Principle: Accomplish More By Doing Less by Cal Newport (Lifestyle Improvement - Albert Einstein). 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 College in 2004. In addition to studying the theoretical foundations of o...

815: Reasons I Don't Own a TV by Joshua Fields Millburn of The Minimalists

March 05, 2018 08:00 - 9 minutes

Joshua Fields Millburn of The Minimalists shares why he doesn't own a TV. Episode 815: Reasons I Don't Own a TV by Joshua Fields Millburn of The Minimalists (Minimalism & Creative Pursuits). 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. The original po...

814: The Art of Love: How I Came to an Innermost Life by Diana Lorence with Rowdy Kittens

March 04, 2018 08:00 - 10 minutes

Guest author Diana Lorence with Rowdy Kittens shares how she came to an innermost life. Episode 814: The Art of Love: How I Came to an Innermost Life by Diana Lorence with Rowdy Kittens (Simple Living & Learning). 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, w...

813: Live Like There's No Tomorrow. One Day There Won't Be by Alex Papanikolaou with Leon Logothetis

March 03, 2018 08:00 - 9 minutes

Alex Papanikolaou with Leon Logothetis shares an inspirational story for the new year. Episode 813: Live Like There's No Tomorrow. One Day There Won't Be by Alex Papanikolaou with Leon Logothetis. Leon Logothetis is a global adventurer, motivational speaker & philanthropist. It wasn't always that way. He used to be a broker in the city of London where he felt uninspired and chronically depressed. He gave it all up for a life on the road. This radical life change was inspired by the inspiratio...

812: Are Your Daily Actions Working For You or Against You by Anthony Ongaro with Cait Flanders

March 02, 2018 08:00 - 10 minutes

Guest author Anthony Ongaro with Cait Flanders shares how he keeps forward momentum. Episode 812: Are Your Daily Actions Working For You or Against You by Anthony Ongaro with Cait Flanders (Habits & Growth). 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 locate...

811: The Meaning of Life - Part 3 by Derek Sivers

March 01, 2018 08:00 - 9 minutes

Derek Sivers' talk on the meaning of life narrated for you. This is Part 3 of 3. Episode 811: The Meaning of Life - Part 3 by Derek Sivers (Fixed Mindset & Growth Mindset). 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...

810: The Meaning of Life - Part 2 by Derek Sivers

February 28, 2018 08:00 - 12 minutes

Derek Sivers' talk on the meaning of life narrated for you. This is Part 2 of 3. Episode 810: The Meaning of Life - Part 2 by Derek Sivers (Life's Purpose & Perspective). 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 T...

809: The Meaning of Life - Part 1 by Derek Sivers

February 27, 2018 08:00 - 8 minutes

Derek Sivers' talk on the meaning of life narrated for you. This is Part 1 of 3. Episode 809: The Meaning of Life - Part 1 by Derek Sivers (Purposeful Living & Changing Routines). 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...

808: The Life Cycle of a Minimalist by Lori Lippincott with Becoming Minimalist

February 26, 2018 08:00 - 10 minutes

Lori Lippincott with Becoming Minimalist shares the life cycle and different stages of minimalism. Episode 808: The Life Cycle of a Minimalist by Lori Lippincott with Becoming Minimalist (Decluttering & Organization). 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 Wa...

807: How Do You Measure Your Life - Part 2 by Mark Manson

February 25, 2018 08:00 - 9 minutes

Mark Manson shares a better way to measure your life. This is Part 2 of 2. Episode 807: How Do You Measure Your Life - Part 2 by Mark Manson (Life's Purpose & Perspective). 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 copies....

806: How Do You Measure Your Life - Part 1 by Mark Manson

February 24, 2018 08:00 - 10 minutes

Mark Manson shares a better way to measure your life. This is Part 1 of 2. Episode 806: How Do You Measure Your Life - Part 1 by Mark Manson (Measuring Success and Happiness & Meaning). 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 thousan...

805: Your Predisposition is Not Your Future by Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist

February 23, 2018 08:00 - 10 minutes

Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist shares how to take control of your future. Episode 805: Your Predisposition is Not Your Future by Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist (Breaking Tendencies & Personality Traits). 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...

804: The Gentle Art of Self-Control by David Cain of Raptitude

February 22, 2018 08:00 - 10 minutes

David Cain shares a simpler guide for self-control. Episode 804: The Gentle Art of Self-Control by David Cain of Raptitude (Self Discipline & Strength of Character). 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 audience rather quickly a...

803: Living Congruently - Part 2 by Steve Pavlina

February 21, 2018 08:00 - 11 minutes

Steve Pavlina shares how to live your life congruently. This is Part 2 of 2. Episode 803: Living Congruently - Part 2 by Steve Pavlina (Taking Action & Consistent Habits). 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 produ...

802: Living Congruently - Part 1 by Steve Pavlina

February 20, 2018 08:00 - 12 minutes

Steve Pavlina shares how to live your life congruently. This is Part 1 of 2. Episode 802: Living Congruently - Part 1 by Steve Pavlina (Goal Setting & Self Awareness & Mindfulness). 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, inclu...

801: Minimalist Do-Over: Seven Things I'd Do Differently by Britt with No Sidebar

February 19, 2018 08:00 - 10 minutes

Britt with No Sidebar shares seven things she'd do differently with minimalism if she were starting over. Episode 801: Minimalist Do-Over: Seven Things I'd Do Differently by Britt with No Sidebar (Purging & Organizing for Beginners). 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 d...

800: 6 Questions to Ask Yourself to Get the Most Out of Life by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits

February 18, 2018 08:00 - 8 minutes

Leo Babauta of Zen Habits shares 6 questions to ask yourself to get the most out of life. Episode 800: 6 Questions to Ask Yourself to Get the Most Out of Life by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits (Mindfulness & Happiness). 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...

799: Too Much To Do Not Enough Time by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits

February 17, 2018 08:00 - 8 minutes

Too much to do, but not enough time? Hear Leo Babauta of Zen Habits shares his thoughts about it. Episode 799: Too Much To Do Not Enough Time by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits (Prioritizing Tasks - Your To Do List & 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: htt...

798: 12 Things Successful People Do Differently - Part 3 by Marc Chernoff of Marc and Angel Hack Life

February 16, 2018 08:00 - 9 minutes

Marc Chernoff of Marc and Angel Hack Life shares 12 things successful people do differently. This is Part 3 of 3. Episode 798: 12 Things Successful People Do Differently - Part 3 by Marc Chernoff of Marc and Angel Hack Life (Improve Your 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...

797: 12 Things Successful People Do Differently - Part 2 by Marc Chernoff of Marc and Angel Hack Life

February 15, 2018 08:00 - 10 minutes

Marc Chernoff of Marc and Angel Hack Life shares 12 things successful people do differently. This is Part 2 of 3. Episode 797: 12 Things Successful People Do Differently - Part 2 by Marc Chernoff of Marc and Angel Hack Life (Quick Tips to Live Better). 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 ...

796: 12 Things Successful People Do Differently - Part 1 by Marc Chernoff of Marc and Angel Hack Life

February 14, 2018 08:00 - 10 minutes

Marc Chernoff of Marc and Angel Hack Life shares 12 things successful people do differently. This is Part 1 of 3. Episode 796: 12 Things Successful People Do Differently - Part 1 by Marc Chernoff of Marc and Angel Hack Life (Optimize Life & Success). 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 co...

795: 5 Ways to Make Anything Easier by Courtney Carver of Be More With Less

February 13, 2018 08:00 - 9 minutes

Courtney Carver of Be More With Less shares 5 ways to make anything easier. Episode 795: 5 Ways to Make Anything Easier by Courtney Carver of Be More With Less (Simple Living & Minimalism). 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 matte...

794: How Minimalism Helps You Create a Personal Dashboard by Anthony Ongaro of Break the Twitch

February 12, 2018 08:00 - 8 minutes

Anthony Ongaro of Break the Twitch shares how minimalism helps you create a personal dashboard. Episode 794: How Minimalism Helps You Create a Personal Dashboard by Anthony Ongaro of Break the Twitch (Mindfulness & Happiness). 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, ...

793: The 10 Most Important Things We Can Do for the People We Love by Lori Deschene of Tiny Buddha

February 11, 2018 08:00 - 10 minutes

Lori Deschene of Tiny Buddha shares the 10 most important things we can do for the people we love. Episode 793: The 10 Most Important Things We Can Do for the People We Love by Lori Deschene of Tiny Buddha (Mindfulness & 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...

792: How to Break Bad Habits by Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You to be Rich

February 10, 2018 08:00 - 11 minutes

Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You to be Rich shares the best way to break bad habits. Episode 792: How to Break Bad Habits by Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You to be Rich (Self Discipline). 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, and more. Since then, he's been testing and sharing his f...

791: How to be Your Own Best Friend by Cara Stein with Good Life Zen

February 09, 2018 08:00 - 11 minutes

Guest author Cara Stein with Good Life Zen shares how to be your own best friend. Episode 791: How to be Your Own Best Friend by Cara Stein with Good Life Zen (Mindfulness & Happiness). 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...

790: In Defense of Doing Nothing by Nathan Atkinson with Cait Flanders

February 08, 2018 08:00 - 10 minutes

Guest author Nathan Atkinson with Cait Flanders shares his defense of doing nothing. Episode 790: In Defense of Doing Nothing by Nathan Atkinson with Cait Flanders (Beginner's Mind - The Art of Relaxing & Slowing Down). 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 po...

789: Logos by Colin Wright with The Minimalists

February 07, 2018 08:00 - 9 minutes

Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle guest-posts on The Minimalists' site about logos & marketing. Episode 789: Logos by Colin Wright with The Minimalists (Simple Living & Minimalism). 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. The original post is locat...

788: Cure Yourself of Tiny Details Exaggeration Syndrome by Mr. Money Mustache

February 06, 2018 08:00 - 9 minutes

Mr. Money Mustache talks about what he calls "Tiny Details Exaggeration Syndrome" and what to do about it. Episode 788: Cure Yourself of Tiny Details Exaggeration Syndrome by Mr. Money Mustache (Mindfulness & Happiness). 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 throug...

787: Flappability by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle & The Let's Know Things Podcast

February 05, 2018 08:00 - 10 minutes

Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle shares the pros and cons of the Stoic response. Episode 787: Flappability by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle (Stoic Philosophy & Emotional Stoicism). 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 how ...

786: A Whirlwind Tour of Getting Things Done by Cal Newport of Study Hacks

February 04, 2018 08:00 - 11 minutes

Cal Newport of the Study Hacks blog shares an overview of the popular Getting Things Done productivity method. Episode 786: A Whirlwind Tour of Getting Things Done by Cal Newport of Study Hacks (The GTD Technique for Productivity). 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 College in 2004. In addition to studying the th...

785: A Guide to Let Go of Your Perfectly Good Things by Zoe Kim with Becoming Minimalist

February 03, 2018 08:00 - 9 minutes

Zoe Kim with Becoming Minimalist shares how to let go of perfectly good things. Episode 785: A Guide to Let Go of Your Perfectly Good Things by Zoe Kim with Becoming Minimalist (Decluttering & Paring Down). 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 J...

784: An Excerpt from the Book The Kindness Cure by Tara Cousineau

February 02, 2018 08:00 - 11 minutes

An excerpt from the book The Kindness Cure by Tara Cousineau. Episode 784: An Excerpt from the Book The Kindness Cure by Tara Cousineau (Mindfulness & Happiness). Tara Cousineau, PhD, is a clinical psychologist, meditation teacher, well-being researcher, and social entrepreneur. She has received numerous grants from the National Institutes of Health Small Business Innovative Research program. Cousineau founded www.bodimojo.com, and develops digital wellness tools for youth. She is affiliated ...

783: It's OK to Be Happy with a Quiet Life by Brian Gardner of No Sidebar

February 01, 2018 08:00 - 9 minutes

Brian Gardner of No Sidebar shares why it's ok to be happy with a quiet life. Episode 783: It's OK to Be Happy with a Quiet Life by Brian Gardner of No Sidebar (Simple Living & 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 quiet of you...

782: The Joy of Opting Out by David Cain of Raptitude

January 31, 2018 08:00 - 11 minutes

David Cain shares the joy of opting out. Episode 782: The Joy of Opting Out by David Cain of Raptitude (Simple Living & Minimalism). 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 audience rather quickly and it’s been central to his life ...

781: Are You a Lightworker or a Darkworker by Steve Pavlina

January 30, 2018 08:00 - 10 minutes

Steve Pavlina shares the difference between a lightwkrker and a dark worker, plus why it makes a difference to choose. Episode 781: Are You a Lightworker or a Darkworker by Steve Pavlina (Career Advice). 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 s...

780: The Key Habits of Organization by Leo Babauta

January 29, 2018 08:00 - 11 minutes

Leo Babauta of Zen Habits shares the key habits of organization. Episode 780: The Key Habits of Organization by Leo Babauta (Organize Mindfully - Be inspired to bring organization into 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/putaway Visit Me ...

779: 7 Mantras for Those Who Have Lost Their Motivation and Hope - Part 2 by Marc Chernoff - Marc & Angel

January 28, 2018 08:00 - 12 minutes

Marc Chernoff of Marc and Angel Hack Life shares 7 mantras for those who have lost their motivation and hope. This is Part 2 of 2. Episode 779: 7 Mantras for Those Who Have Lost Their Motivation and Hope - Part 2 by Marc Chernoff - Marc & Angel (Inspiration). 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, cour...

778: 7 Mantras for Those Who Have Lost Their Motivation and Hope - Part 1 by Marc Chernoff of Marc and Angel Hack Life

January 27, 2018 08:00 - 10 minutes

Marc Chernoff of Marc and Angel Hack Life shares 7 mantras for those who have lost their motivation and hope. This is Part 1 of 2. Episode 778: 7 Mantras for Those Who Have Lost Their Motivation and Hope - Part 1 by Marc Chernoff of Marc and Angel Hack 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, cours...

777: 10 Simple Ways to be the Real You and Take Back Your New Year by Courtney Carver of Be More With Less

January 26, 2018 08:00 - 10 minutes

Courtney Carver of Be More With Less shares 10 simple ways to be the real you and take back your new year. Episode 777: 10 Simple Ways to be the Real You and Take Back Your New Year by Courtney Carver of Be More With Less (Resolutions). 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...

776: Slow Down and Keep Going by Anthony Ongaro of Break the Twitch

January 25, 2018 08:00 - 9 minutes

Anthony Ongaro of Break the Twitch shares a personal story, plus how to slow down and keep going. Episode 776: Slow Down and Keep Going by Anthony Ongaro of Break the Twitch (Burn Out & Rewards of Sticking With It - Consistency). 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 medi...

775: How to Stop Giving Up On Yourself and Reach Your Full Potential by Michele Lian with Tiny Buddha

January 24, 2018 08:00 - 10 minutes

Michele Lian with Tiny Buddha shares how to stop giving up on yourself and reach your full potential. Episode 775: How to Stop Giving Up On Yourself and Reach Your Full Potential by Michele Lian with Tiny Buddha (Better Your Life). 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....

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