One week, one idea, try it out, talk about it.
…
continue reading
Michael Stuart Allison Podcasts
1
Film & TV, The Creative Process: Acting, Directing, Writing, Cinematography, Producers, Composers, Costume Design, Talk Art & Creativity
Acting, Directing, Writing, Cinematography Producing Conversations: Creative Process Original Series
4
234
Film & TV episodes of the popular The Creative Process podcast. We speak to actors, directors, writers, cinematographers & variety of behind the scenes creatives about their work and how they forged their creative careers. To listen to ALL arts & creativity episodes of “The Creative Process · Arts, Culture & Society”, you’ll find our main podcast on Apple: tinyurl.com/thecreativepod, Spotify: tinyurl.com/thecreativespotify, or wherever you get your podcasts! Exploring the fascinating minds o ...
…
continue reading
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 yo ...
…
continue reading
1
3679: Freestyle Productivity: Balancing Systems and Simplicity When Organizing Your Life by Cal Newport
9:34
9:34
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
9:34
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 3679: Cal Newport explores a minimalist yet effective approach to personal productivity by combining structured systems with intuitive freedom. Drawing on insights from top performers, he outli…
…
continue reading
1
3678: Hope Is The Thing With Feathers by Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui of A Life In Progress on How to Be More Optimistic
9:10
9:10
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
9:10
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 3678: Krista O’Reilly-Davi-Digui reflects on a quietly profound moment shared with her dying mother, discovering that hope can exist alongside grief. Through birdsong, sunlight, and presence, s…
…
continue reading
1
3677: Fish don't know they're in water AND What do you hate not doing? by Derek Sivers on Chasing Goals
8:22
8:22
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
8:22
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 3677: Derek Sivers shares two compact yet profound reflections: one on the paradox of chasing goals and the other on handling hatred. In the first, he reminds us that striving too hard can back…
…
continue reading
1
3676: STOP Sleepwalking Through Life - Here’s How To Wake Up and Thrive by Andie Thueson on Positive Mindset Shift
12:54
12:54
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
12:54
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 3676: Andie Thueson urges readers to wake up from the autopilot routines that dull life’s vibrancy, offering practical steps to reclaim joy, creativity, and purpose. Through self-inquiry, energ…
…
continue reading
1
3675: A Step-By-Step Guide on Letting Go of Expectations by Rebecca Crespo of Minimalism Made Simple
11:01
11:01
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
11:01
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 3675: Rebecca Crespo explores how clinging to expectations can quietly undermine happiness, strain relationships, and fuel internal stress. Her guidance reveals how letting go fosters emotional…
…
continue reading
1
3674: Underachieving Never Felt So Good. Here's Why by Cylon George of Spiritual Living For Busy People
11:41
11:41
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
11:41
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 3674: Cylon George invites readers to embrace the surprising joy of underachievement by challenging society’s obsession with constant productivity. By stepping off the treadmill of striving, he…
…
continue reading
1
3673: How Being the "Black Sheep" of Your Family Affects Your Mental Health by Sara Stanizai
10:38
10:38
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
10:38
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 3673: Sara Stanizai unpacks the emotional toll of being the family “black sheep,” exploring how rejection, shame, and unmet expectations can deeply impact mental health. Her insights offer a pa…
…
continue reading
1
3672: 6 Life Areas You’re Avoiding: And 4 Ways to Face Them Head On by Ingrid Y Helander
12:21
12:21
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
12:21
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 3672: Ingrid Y. Helander explores how avoidance silently undermines key areas of life - from work and health to relationships and finances, and reveals how small, compassionate steps can interr…
…
continue reading
1
3671: Sheer Willpower Won't Work. If You Want to Change Your Habits, Try This Instead. by Paula Pant of Afford Anything
10:36
10:36
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
10:36
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 3671: Paula Pant challenges the myth that willpower is the key to success, revealing how environment, systems, and identity play a far greater role in shaping our behavior. By understanding the…
…
continue reading
1
3670: Living Your Life Purpose by Steve Pavlina on Conscious Decisions and Continuous Reflection
11:02
11:02
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
11:02
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 3670: Steve Pavlina explores practical ways to align your daily choices with your life’s true purpose, offering insights that help cut through confusion and hesitation. His approach emphasizes …
…
continue reading
1
3669: 6 Solutions When Life Feels Hopeless by Kristena Eden and Kim Giles of Core Living Essentials
11:34
11:34
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
11:34
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 3669: When life feels overwhelming, Kim Giles and Kristena Eden offer six compassionate strategies to restore hope and purpose. Their insights, rooted in resilience, gratitude, and meaningful c…
…
continue reading
1
3668: How to Be More Mindful on Social Media by Shirley of Daring Living on Self Improvement
10:57
10:57
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
10:57
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 3668: Shirley shares practical strategies for reclaiming control over your digital habits, from deleting unnecessary apps to setting mindful time limits. By curating a positive online environme…
…
continue reading
1
3667: Taking It In (and Not Tweeting About It) by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle on How to Be More Mindful
10:05
10:05
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
10:05
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 3667: Stepping away from his smartphone, Colin Wright reflects on how constant connectivity can subtly erode our ability to stay present and engaged with real-life moments. His insights encoura…
…
continue reading
1
3666: The Secret to Happiness by Courtney Carver of Be More With Less on Mindfulness and Gratitude
10:06
10:06
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
10:06
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 3666: Courtney Carver shares a timeless parable that reveals how true happiness comes from balancing life’s responsibilities with the beauty and wonder that surrounds us. Through simplicity and…
…
continue reading
1
3665: Travel, Tourism, and Living Abroad by Jacob Lund Fisker of Early Retirement Extreme on Personal Growth
13:10
13:10
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
13:10
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 3665: Jacob Lund Fisker challenges conventional wisdom on travel by questioning its true value beyond consumerism and social status. He argues that living abroad and developing useful skills of…
…
continue reading
1
3664: How to Analyze Your Dreams by Dr. Elana Miller of Zen Psychiatry on Self-Awareness and Personal Growth
10:59
10:59
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
10:59
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 3664: Elana Miller offers a thoughtful guide to understanding dreams, emphasizing how they can illuminate hidden emotions and internal conflicts. Through simple, practical steps, she empowers r…
…
continue reading
1
3663: Trojan Horses and Flying Dice by Dr. Kelly Flanagan on Healthy Boundaries and Relationships
10:49
10:49
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
10:49
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 3663: Dr. Kelly Flanagan explores the invisible walls we build around our hearts and minds, revealing how these boundaries shape our relationships, protect our sense of self, and sometimes isol…
…
continue reading
1
3662: 6 Reasons to Love Yourself - And Why Loving Yourself Will Change Your Life by Erica Layne on Quieting Self-Criticism
11:05
11:05
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
11:05
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 3662: Erica Layne shares six heartfelt reasons why embracing self-love can profoundly transform your life. From quieting self-criticism to deepening connections with others, her insights remind…
…
continue reading
1
Exploring The Sympathizer, America's Forever Wars & Challenging Power w/ Author VIET THANH NGUYEN
1:02:34
1:02:34
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:02:34
“What I've discovered as a writer is that fear is a good indicator that there is a truth. To speak the truth in a society is oftentimes an act that requires some courage. Those processes of being an other for me in the United States were obviously very fundamental to shaping who I am as a person and as a writer. It was very difficult to undergo, bu…
…
continue reading
1
3661: Permission To Rest AND Extraordinary Love by Angelina Lee of Exploring Plan Be on Self-Care Advice
12:37
12:37
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
12:37
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 3661: Angelina Lee offers a heartfelt reminder that true restoration comes not just from pausing our bodies, but from quieting our minds and granting ourselves permission to rest fully. She als…
…
continue reading
1
3660: Tell People What You Want by J. Money of Budgets Are Sexy on Generosity and Collaboration
10:18
10:18
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
10:18
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 3660: Author J. Money encourages readers to voice their desires clearly and unapologetically, showing how openness can attract support, opportunities, and positive outcomes. He shares personal …
…
continue reading
1
On Borges, Gore Vidal, Robert Frost & The Writing Life with Author & Filmmaker JAY PARINI
30:47
30:47
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
30:47
“Poetry is the prince of the literary arts to me. It's at the very top because it's language refined to its apex of memorability. I am interested in poetry as memorability and poetry as something you live by. These are the words you live by. These words stay in your brain and guide your life. That's what I am interested in. My memoir slash autofict…
…
continue reading
1
3659: Helpful Tips When You're Stuck on Getting Started by Zoe Kim with No Sidebar on Lifestyle Design
11:54
11:54
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
11:54
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 3659: Zoe Kim examines why we sometimes feel stuck even when we know what we want, highlighting how overthinking and perfectionism keep us from moving forward. She shares how simple, small step…
…
continue reading
1
3658: Can We Choose How We Feel? by Allison Carmen on How to Cultivate Peace and Joy
8:31
8:31
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
8:31
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 3658: Allison Carmen explores how our thoughts shape our emotional world and offers practical ways to break free from patterns that cause unnecessary suffering. By shifting perspective and embr…
…
continue reading
1
3657: Small Steps, Big Strides by Kathy Robinson on Setting and Achieving Goals with Daily Progress
11:06
11:06
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
11:06
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 3657: Small, consistent actions can transform daunting goals into achievable milestones. Kathy Robinson shares how steady daily effort and simple tracking methods helped her build strength and …
…
continue reading
