Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage & Parenting

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Episode 2327:

Kelly Eden reflects on her journey of discovering her and her child's highly sensitive nature, highlighting the challenges and strengths that come with it. Highly sensitive children can experience overstimulation, strong emotional responses, and unique sensitivities, but they also possess empathy, creativity, and deep insight. Understanding and supporting these traits can transform sensitivity into a powerful gift.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://highlysensitiverefuge.com/highly-sensitive-child/

Quotes to ponder:

"Highly sensitive kids are curious, full of wonder, kind, and reflective. They surprise you with their ideas and the little amazing things that they notice in the world around them!"

"Feelings are the language of highly sensitive people. They view the world through an emotional lens."

"Highly sensitive people are empathetic to others and animals, are very tuned in to emotions, think deeply, and see details others miss."

Episode references:

The Highly Sensitive Child by Dr. Elaine Aron: https://www.amazon.com/Highly-Sensitive-Child-Helping-Overwhelms/dp/0767908724

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Episode 2326:

Kalen Bruce explains how the key to long-term success and growth, for both adults and children, lies in the small actions taken each day. By emphasizing the importance of building habits through daily, intentional choices, he offers guidance on how to fight procrastination and instill a habit of action in kids. Bruce highlights the value of teaching children discipline early, so they can develop positive habits that shape their future.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://freedomsprout.com/action-habit/

Quotes to ponder:

"Everything you do matters. Some things more than others, but everything has a consequence."

"A habit of action is built over time, slowly, easily, and naturally."

"Motivation is fleeting. Habits depend on action, and action is built out of discipline."

Episode references:

Atomic Habits by James Clear: https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits

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Episode 2325:

In a transcendent meditation, Bradley Charbonneau recounts a profound conversation with his late father, who shares a beautiful lesson on the boundless nature of love. Through humorous math analogies and heartfelt advice, the message becomes clear: love is infinite, and even when we think we've given all we can, there’s always more to give.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://passthesourcream.com/math-homework-from-heaven/

Quotes to ponder:

"You can rain down love on your family."

"When you’ve given them all of the love you can give and don’t think you can give anything else, then give 10 times more."

"Love is infinite. Love is infinity."

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Episode 2324:

Dr. Diana Kirschner explores the self-sabotaging dating pattern where women dismiss potential partners over trivial flaws, believing they are "not willing to settle." Instead, she argues, it’s essential to focus on a man’s deeper values, like empathy and personal growth, which are the real foundations for lasting love. She challenges women to give men a fair chance and avoid the perfectionism that often leads to missed opportunities for happiness.

Read along with the original article(s) here: http://lovein90days.com/not-willing-settle-love-life/ & http://lovein90days.com/how-to-tell-if-a-guy-has-soulmate-potential/

Quotes to ponder:

"Love often comes in a surprise package."

"These complaints have nothing to do with the qualities that make for a partner who can provide lasting love and happiness."

"You unconsciously project your own feelings of inadequacy onto each guy you meet or date."

Episode references:

Marry Him: The Case for Settling for Mr. Good Enough: https://www.amazon.com/Marry-Him-Case-Settling-Enough/dp/0525951512

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Episode 2323:

Discover how to stop feeling overwhelmed by jealousy in your relationship with practical tips to shift your mindset and build trust. This insightful guide explores why jealousy happens and how to regain control of your emotions, enhancing both self-awareness and communication with your partner.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://selflovejunkie.com/stop-feeling-crazy-jealous-relationship/

Quotes to ponder:

"Jealousy often springs from insecurity and fear, not from actual threats."

"Building trust starts from within; it’s about strengthening your belief in yourself first, then your partner."

"Communication is your strongest ally against jealousy - learn to express your emotions clearly and openly."

Episode references:

Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment and How It Can Help You Find - and Keep - Love: https://www.amazon.com/Attached-Science-Adult-Attachment-YouFind/dp/1585428485

Hold Me Tight: https://www.amazon.com/Hold-Me-Tight-Conversations-Lifetime/dp/031611300X

The Four Agreements: https://www.amazon.com/Four-Agreements-Practical-Personal-Freedom/dp/1878424319

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Episode 2322:

Evan Marc Katz explores the prevalence of lying in online dating, shedding light on why people misrepresent themselves on their profiles. He explains that while lying isn’t morally defensible, it often stems from insecurity and a belief that honesty will prevent them from securing a chance at love. Katz empathizes with both the liars and the victims, noting that, in most cases, these lies are an effort to get noticed in a highly competitive environment.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.evanmarckatz.com/blog/online-dating-tips-advice/how-much-lying-is-acceptable-online-2

Quotes to ponder:

"People, for the most part, don’t lie because they’re bad folks who can’t tell the difference between right and wrong; they’re just insecure that telling the truth will eliminate them from contention before they ever get a chance to meet you."

"He knows that you will NOT give him a chance if he tells the truth. And since you won’t give him a chance, He’s going to give himself a chance."

"Is he wasting his time (and yours) by misrepresenting himself? Absolutely. Would he have the chance to meet you if he didn’t misrepresent himself? Absolutely not."

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Episode 2321:

Allowing children to study while distracted by platforms like Facebook may have more damaging consequences than parents realize. Cal Newport argues that this behavior can impair deep focus and long-term academic success, much like how certain behaviors during pregnancy affect development. By creating environments of distraction, parents could be unwittingly rewiring their children's brains, limiting their capacity for concentration in the future.

Read along with the original article(s) here: http://calnewport.com/blog/2010/06/10/is-allowing-your-child-to-study-while-on-facebook-morally-equivalent-to-drinking-while-pregnant/

Quotes to ponder:

"The dopamine system is not something to mess with! I know professors who can’t go more than a few minutes in a meeting without checking their inbox."

"I just told her if she wanted to not be so stressed she shouldn’t be on the computer all the time."

"This used to be common sense studying. Now, with smartphones, to truly go disconnected while studying is seen as a foolhardy act of extreme courage."

Episode references:

The Shallows: What the Internet Is Doing to Our Brains: https://www.amazon.com/Shallows-What-Internet-Doing-Brains/dp/0393339750

The Data-Driven Life (NY Times): https://www.nytimes.com/2010/05/02/magazine/02self-measurement-t.html

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Episode 2320:

James Altucher opens up about the lies he told both to himself and others in an effort to be liked, from embellishing personal achievements to faking confidence. He reflects on how these fabrications left him feeling unfulfilled and eventually led him to recognize the importance of authenticity and being true to himself, which ultimately brought him peace and real happiness.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://jamesaltucher.com/blog/lies-we-tell-ourselves-to-be-liked/

Quotes to ponder:

"I needed to somehow be someone I wasn’t in order to burn away invisible scars that I was sure everyone could see."

"In order to be around good people, I also had to be a good person, not an imaginary one."

"Better to use that fuel for being happy and good now than to make up futures and anxieties and regrets."

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Episode 2319:

Angel Chernoff highlights the importance of perspective when grappling with forgiveness. Through a heartfelt anecdote, she reveals that sometimes, the real issue lies in our perception, not the actions of others. By accepting imperfections and embracing compassion, we can free ourselves from the unnecessary burden of forgiveness.

Read along with the original article(s) here: http://www.marcandangel.com/2018/10/28/should-i-forgive-him-should-i-forgive-her/

Quotes to ponder:

"Sometimes the only problem standing in our way is the one we created in our head."

"Letting go of the need to forgive every misstep and mistake a person makes can be mentally and emotionally freeing for everyone involved."

"Because mistakes are the growing pains of wisdom, and sometimes they just need to be accepted with no strings attached."

Episode references:

Getting Back to Happy: https://www.amazon.com/Getting-Back-Happy-Thoughts-Triumphs/dp/0143132776

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Episode 2318:

Ross Enamait challenges the notion that fatherhood inevitably leads to weight gain, dismissing the popular “dad bod” trend. He argues that being a parent should never be an excuse for neglecting personal health, emphasizing the importance of leading by example for the benefit of one’s children. Through his personal experiences, Enamait shows how maintaining a strong and active lifestyle can enhance fatherhood, not hinder it.

Read along with the original article(s) here: http://rosstraining.com/blog/2015/07/27/fatherhood-does-not-make-you-fat/

Quotes to ponder:

"Fathers don’t suddenly become fat because of children. Weight is gained due to excess food and drink consumption and/or lack of physical activity."

"Prioritizing your health is not selfish. On the contrary, it is something that all parents should do to set a positive example for their children."

"Life isn’t supposed to be easy. Life can be extremely difficult and trying. We have all endured tough times at one point or another."

Episode references:

American Journal of Men’s Health: https://journals.sagepub.com/home/jmh Ross Training:

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