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 ...
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3640: "Write Every Day" is Bad Advice: Hacking the Psychology of Big Projects by Cal Newport
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10:24Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3640: Cal Newport challenges the popular “write every day” mantra by revealing how it can backfire for ambitious, cognitively demanding projects. Instead, he advocates for a more strategic appr…
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3639: Rules of Ascendancy: Learn to the Task, Not the Test by Isaac Morehouse on Authentic Achievement
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11:57Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3639: Isaac Morehouse urges readers to reject the trap of learning for validation and instead align their learning directly with real-world goals. He explains how shifting focus from tests and …
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3638: The Manifestation of Inner Strength by Ryan Holiday on Emotional Peace and Resilience
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10:29Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3638: Ryan Holiday reflects on the brutal yet transformative experience of pushing the body beyond exhaustion to reveal the true seat of strength, the mind. Through pain, struggle, and a comple…
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3637: How To Really Start Showing Up For Your Life by Shawna Scafe of Simple On Purpose on Growth and Authenticity
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11:54Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3637: Shawna Scafe shares a powerful wake-up call about how easy it is to slip into autopilot living, avoiding discomfort in the name of convenience, only to end up feeling disconnected and unf…
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3636: Think Long Term to Make Good Decisions by Tynan on Mindfulness and Patience
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9:53Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3636: Tynan explores the transformative power of long-term thinking, explaining how extending your planning horizon can unlock better decisions, greater consistency, and a more fulfilling life.…
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3635: 6 Powerful Benefits of Decluttering Your Home and Life by Jennifer Burger of Simply Fiercely
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12:23Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3635: Jennifer Burger shares six transformative benefits of decluttering, from saving time and reducing stress to building confidence and making intentional choices. By letting go of excess, yo…
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3634: My (New) Favourite Tool For Supporting Your Desires by Irene Elias of Self Love Junkie
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9:24Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3634: Irene Elias shares a deceptively simple yet powerful technique to reframe negative self-talk and shift into a more empowered mindset by ending disempowering statements with “and that’s ju…
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3633: How Short Rests Can Make You Healthier, Happier, and More Productive by Benjamin Fishel
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10:46Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3633: Benjamin Fishel explores the overlooked power of rest, explaining why it's more than just sleep and how addressing specific rest deficits can dramatically improve mood, focus, and motivat…
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3632: [Part 2] Overwhelmed? Eliminate Work by Reorganizing It by Tyler Tervooren of Riskology
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11:09Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3632: Tyler Tervooren shares how breaking the cycle of short-term fixes and reorganizing work can eliminate unnecessary tasks. By prioritizing the important over the urgent and building effecti…
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3631: [Part 1] Overwhelmed? Eliminate Work by Reorganizing It by Tyler Tervooren of Riskology
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9:44Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3631: Tyler Tervooren shares how feeling overwhelmed at work often stems from taking on tasks that don't align with your strengths, especially for introverts. By time-boxing draining responsibi…
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3630: The Power of Timers by Rose Lounsbury on Boosting Productivity and Reducing Stress
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10:22Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3630: Rose Lounsbury shares how simple strategies like setting timers, applying the Two-Minute Rule, and minimizing distractions can boost productivity and lower stress. By creating a sense of …
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3629: The 80/20 Principle and How It Can Change Your Life by Mark Manson on Personal and Professional Growth
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3628: Proof by Steve Pavlina on Personal Growth and Intentional Living
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10:36Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3628: Steve Pavlina challenges the conventional desire for proof in personal growth, urging readers to prioritize direct experience over external validation. By embracing subjective truth and t…
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3627: How to Transform Your Life Without A Fairy Godmother by Angela with Break The Twitch
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3626: What You Can Do If You Are a Nobody by James Altucher on Creativity and Idea Generation
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3625: 10 Toxic Personalities Living Inside You by Marc Chernoff on Self-Compassion and Emotional Maturity
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10:29Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3625: Marc Chernoff outlines ten toxic personalities that can quietly undermine our happiness, relationships, and self-esteem. By recognizing and addressing these traits, ranging from perfectio…
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3624: How To Break Old Habits Before They Break You by Rosalyn Palmer on Personal Development
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10:55Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3624: Rosalyn Palmer reveals why breaking old habits is harder than it seems and why willpower alone isn’t the answer. She explains how rewiring your brain with new environments, triggers, and …
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3623: Letting Go Of The Past: Always Look At What You Have Left by Allison Carmen on Gratitude and Mindfulness
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3622: Shifting Perspective as a Wellness Strategy by Kathy Robinson of Athena Wellness on How to Reduce Stress
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3621: Loving What I Used to Hate AND My Loss by Derek Sivers on Self-Discovery and Personal Clarity
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3620: 5 Lessons About Self-Confidence, Play and the Meaning of Work (That I Learned From a Toddler) by Ingrid Y Helander
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3619: Why You Need to Take a Minimalist Vacation by Amy Slenker-Smith of SimplyEnough
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3618: What Would You Do If You Had All The Money In The World by Margo Aaron of That Seems Important
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9:50Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3618: Margo Aaron challenges the popular self-help trope of the "$10 million question," revealing how it often obscures deeper issues of self-worth, fulfillment, and societal pressure. Through …
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3617: Why a Fixed-Rate Mortgage is the Best Choice AND To Do More - Do Less by Paula Pant of Afford Anything
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13:57Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3617: Paula Pant invites us to stop living on autopilot and start living with purpose by asking just two powerful questions. With gentle honesty and minimalist wisdom, she shows how aligning ou…
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3616: Want to Feel Balanced? Learn How to Start Each Day with a Sadhana by Kate Hesse of Nourish Nest Breathe
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12:02Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3616: Kate Hesse shares how establishing a morning sadhana, a personalized spiritual practice, can bring calm, clarity, and intention to your day. Whether it's just a few minutes of breathwork …
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