Episodes

  • 3890: This is What Most People Get Wrong About Willpower by Nir Eyal of Nir And Far on Behavioral Myths

    3890: This is What Most People Get Wrong About Willpower by Nir Eyal of Nir And Far on Behavioral Myths
    Jan 25 2026
    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 3890: Nir Eyal challenges the popular belief that willpower is a limited resource and reveals how this mindset can sabotage our ability to stay disciplined. Backed by research from Carol Dweck and Michael Inzlicht, the article reframes willpower as an emotion that fluctuates and can be managed, not something we "run out" of. Shifting this perspective can help us build resilience, make better decisions, and stop using "lack of willpower" as an excuse to quit. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.nirandfar.com/about-willpower/ Quotes to ponder: "Believing we do [run out of willpower] makes us less likely to accomplish our goals, by providing a rationale to quit when we could otherwise persist." "Ego-depletion is essentially caused by self-defeating thoughts and not by any biological limitation." "Rather than telling ourselves we failed because we're somehow deficient, we should offer self-compassion by speaking to ourselves with kindness when we experience setbacks." Episode references: Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs: https://www.jsad.com Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences: https://www.pnas.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 mins
  • 3889: How Social is Social Media? by Bonnie Brunet with No Sidebar on Digital Connection

    3889: How Social is Social Media? by Bonnie Brunet with No Sidebar on Digital Connection
    Jan 25 2026
    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 3889: Bonnie Brunet explores the emotional toll and illusion of connection fostered by Facebook, tracing her own 14-year journey from obsession to liberation. Her reflections challenge us to question the role of social media in our relationships and ask what we lose when we substitute meaningful communication for curated glimpses into each other's lives. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nosidebar.com/how-social-is-social-media/ Quotes to ponder: "It’s crazy in retrospect to think about the impact that just photos and the little sentences that we choose to share about our lives can have on others." "In the 90s, we wouldn’t have known very much about our colleagues holidays, vacations, or important moments in general." "My journey without Facebook has just begun but I’m already a happier and simpler person than I remember." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 mins
  • 3888: 9 Ways to Become an Optimist by Angel Chernoff of Marc And Angel on Positive Perspective

    3888: 9 Ways to Become an Optimist by Angel Chernoff of Marc And Angel on Positive Perspective
    Jan 24 2026
    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 3888: Angel Chernoff shares nine powerful strategies for cultivating a more optimistic mindset, emphasizing that optimism is a choice, not a fixed trait. From shifting your focus to what you can control, to surrounding yourself with positivity and living in the present, each practice is designed to help you build emotional resilience, reduce stress, and live more fully with hope and purpose. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://www.marcandangel.com/2012/05/30/9-ways-to-become-an-optimist/ Quotes to ponder: "Optimism does not mean ignoring the problem entirely, it means understanding that setbacks are inevitable, often temporary, and that you have the skills and abilities to combat the challenges you face." "LOVE: It’s the greatest force in the universe. It’s a treasure that people would give anything for, yet it costs nothing to give and receive." "Every minute spent worrying guarantees nothing but less time to enjoy what life has to offer." Episode references: Awareness: The Perils and Opportunities of Reality: https://www.amazon.com/Awareness-Perils-Opportunities-Reality-Anthony/dp/0385249373 The Happiness Project: https://www.amazon.com/Happiness-Project-Aristotle-Generally-Reminded/dp/006158326X Full Catastrophe Living: https://www.amazon.com/Full-Catastrophe-Living-Revised-Illness/dp/0345536932 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    12 mins
  • 3887: How to Stop Feeling Guilty For Wanting More by Shirley of Daring Living on Releasing Shame

    3887: How to Stop Feeling Guilty For Wanting More by Shirley of Daring Living on Releasing Shame
    Jan 23 2026
    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 3887: Shirley challenges the common guilt tied to ambition, reminding us that wanting more from life doesn't make us ungrateful, it makes us honest. By identifying guilt-based decisions and learning to appreciate without settling, she offers a compassionate roadmap to align your life with your deeper desires. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://daringliving.com/how-to-stop-feeling-guilty-for-wanting-more/ Quotes to ponder: "You might think it’s more responsible to feel guilty about wanting more in your life, but it’s not." "Be honest with yourself. Own the fact that you actually want something different than what you have right now." "This life is yours. And if you’re not satisfied with it, you get to make that decision to change it and take actions from it." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 mins
  • 3886: Ignoring Your Death? You May Be Wasting Your Life by Cylon George of Spiritual Living for Busy People

    3886: Ignoring Your Death? You May Be Wasting Your Life by Cylon George of Spiritual Living for Busy People
    Jan 22 2026
    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 3886: Cylon George challenges us to face the inevitability of death not to provoke fear, but to inspire urgency and purpose. By confronting our mortality, we’re reminded to stop wasting time on distractions and instead invest deeply in meaningful relationships and what truly matters. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.spirituallivingforbusypeople.com/death Quotes to ponder: “That’s the thing about life. It is fragile, precious, unpredictable, and each day is a gift, not a given right.” “Remember that you are dust and to dust you shall return.” “Contemplate your death daily and you will learn to stop wasting your time so you can focus on what’s truly important.” Episode references: On the Shortness of Life by Seneca: https://www.amazon.com/Shortness-Life-Penguin-Great-Ideas/dp/014101881X The Tail End by Tim Urban: https://waitbutwhy.com/2015/12/the-tail-end.html Death Clock: https://www.death-clock.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    11 mins
  • 3885: 5 Ways to Get Energized and Motivated When You Feel Lazy by Chantalle Blikman with Tiny Buddha

    3885: 5 Ways to Get Energized and Motivated When You Feel Lazy by Chantalle Blikman with Tiny Buddha
    Jan 21 2026
    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 3885: Chantalle Blikman offers practical, energizing strategies for breaking free from the paralyzing kind of laziness that stems from low motivation. By simplifying your goals, getting your body moving, and shifting your internal dialogue, you can generate the momentum needed to take action and feel more alive. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://tinybuddha.com/blog/5-ways-get-energized-motivated-feel-lazy/ Quotes to ponder: "Action may not always bring happiness, but there is no happiness without action." "People feel motivated when they feel they have a good chance of success." "Exercise is the simplest way to overcome laziness." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    11 mins
  • 3884: It's Much Easier Than You Think to Live the Life You Want by Isaac Morehouse on Personal Freedom

    3884: It's Much Easier Than You Think to Live the Life You Want by Isaac Morehouse on Personal Freedom
    Jan 20 2026
    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 3884: Isaac Morehouse challenges the belief that fulfillment requires prestige or high income, showing how redefining success outside your hometown's expectations can unlock freedom and adventure. Through stories of people flipping pancakes in Ecuador or biking across the U.S., he reminds us that living a life you love may be far more accessible than we think. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://isaacmorehouse.com/2016/03/12/its-much-easier-than-you-think-to-live-the-life-you-want Quotes to ponder: "Oddly, most of the hometown definitions of success have nothing to do with happiness." "It’s a weird habit to measure your success in life only by the revenue side of the equation." “Only you can know what kind of life you want.” Episode references: The World Wanderers Podcast: https://www.theworldwanderers.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 mins
  • 3883: 10 Things You Can Do Today to Live More Like a Minimalist by Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist

    3883: 10 Things You Can Do Today to Live More Like a Minimalist by Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist
    Jan 19 2026
    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 3883: Joshua Becker offers ten simple yet powerful actions to help you step into a more minimalist lifestyle without needing to overhaul your entire life. From decluttering a single surface to evaluating spending habits and embracing more meaningful time, his advice shows how minimalism leads to greater clarity, peace, and purpose. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.becomingminimalist.com/live-like-a-minimalist/ Quotes to ponder: "Minimalism is the intentional promotion of the things we most value and the removal of anything that distracts us from it." "Minimalism isn’t about owning less than you need, it’s about owning exactly what you need." "The greatest thing about minimalism is that it frees money, time, and energy for your greatest passions." Episode references: Americans spend $18,000 a year on non-essentials: https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2019/05/07/americans-spend-thousands-on-nonessentials/39450207/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    11 mins