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By Optimal Living Daily | Greg Audino
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The podcast currently has 2,259 episodes available.
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Episode 2254:
Dr. Jack Stoltzfus shares three essential truths for helping parents guide their children into adulthood, emphasizing mutual love, the shared desire for success, and the importance of a smooth transition. By recognizing these truths, parents can foster stronger relationships and support their young adults in becoming self-sufficient and independent.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://parentslettinggo.com/3-truths-to-help-parents-foster-their-children-into-adulthood/
Quotes to ponder:
"Parents love their kids, and kids love their parents. This belief is true even during very contentious relations between the two parties."
"Parents and young adults want the young adult to be happy, successful, self-sufficient, and independent."
"The most important virtue that parents can practice beyond continuing to reinforce unconditional love for their young adult child is patience."
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Episode 2253:
Jay Harrington of Life And Whim.com reflects on a poignant moment with his daughter, highlighting the importance of slowing down and being present. He shares three practical strategies filling one's "Good Life Buckets," finding new adventures outside, and journaling to help regain balance and focus in the midst of life's busyness.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.lifeandwhim.com/first-moments-blog/3-ways-slow-soak
Quotes to ponder:
"It's easy for me to dismiss these feelings. I rationalize that my busyness is just a phase, and that there’s a light-filled gateway over the horizon that will lead to a more balanced existence."
"Time goes too fast. Life marches on whether you’re living reactively or intentionally."
"Journaling helps to free and quiet my mind so I can relax, let go, and enjoy the moment."
Episode references:
How to Live a Good Life: https://www.amazon.com/How-Live-Good-Life-Actually/dp/1401948413
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Episode 2252:
Shana Olmstead challenges the conventional notion of loyalty, advocating for a mindful reassessment of our commitments. By questioning loyalty, we can break free from unhelpful patterns and align our actions with our true desires and growth. This conscious approach fosters authenticity and personal evolution.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://shanaolmstead.com/2019/04/09/questioning-loyalty/
Quotes to ponder:
"It’s just giving your power away to an old belief that was passed down from a time in which we no longer inhabit."
"Staying in a job, and putting in the majority of your waking hours doing anything out of obligation, rather than inspiration, leads to unhappiness, stress, disharmony and disease in the body."
"It is lovely to commit. It shows character and maturity to be able to stick with something no matter what."
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Episode 2251:
Jennifer of Simply Fiercely shares her journey of taking risks and finding love, highlighting the power of embracing vulnerability and pushing past fear. Her story encourages us to live authentically, pursue our dreams, and understand that true growth happens outside our comfort zone.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.simplyfiercely.com/how-to-take-chances-a-love-story/
Quotes to ponder:
"I know how to take chances, how to push through the fear and take a leap of faith."
"When you take a risk and it doesn’t work out the world doesn’t end."
"What I can’t live with, what I can’t face, and what I fear most is regret."
Episode references:
The Power of Vulnerability: https://www.ted.com/talks/brene_brown_the_power_of_vulnerability
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Episode 2250:
Respect is one of the greatest expressions of love, and Dr. Jenny Brockis explores how embodying this value elevates our humanity. Respect fosters positive emotions, builds social cohesion, and enhances personal and professional relationships. By cultivating respect, we not only uplift others but also create thriving communities.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://drjennybrockis.com/2020/6/5/how-respect-makes-us-better-humans/
Quotes to ponder:
"Respect is one of the greatest expressions of love."
"Respect enables us to shine as individuals because it provokes strong positive emotions."
"When you have respect you can be true to yourself and your own identity."
Episode references:
2015 Society of Human Resource Management Survey: https://www.shrm.org/hr-today/trends-and-forecasting/research-and-surveys/pages/default.aspx
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Episode 2249:
Dr. Kelly Flanagan explores how conflict, often seen as a community killer, can actually foster authentic connections. By understanding the personal stories behind differing opinions, we can create spaces of gentle curiosity that transform disagreements into opportunities for deeper, more meaningful relationships.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://drkellyflanagan.com/conflict-kills-community-but-it-doesnt-have-to/
Quotes to ponder:
"Opinions and beliefs are never born in a vacuum. They are the logical result of a story."
"We become walking storybooks, differently-shaped and differently-believing, but nonetheless writing new chapters of our lives together."
"I hope we disagree, and I hope our stories are told."
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Episode 2248:
To perform at your best and feel terrific about yourself, engage in a continual process of self-esteem building. Just as you are responsible for your physical fitness, you must also take charge of the content and quality of your mind. Brian Tracy outlines six critical elements for building self-esteem, including setting goals, adhering to clear standards, accumulating success experiences, comparing with others, gaining recognition, and rewarding accomplishments.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.briantracy.com/blog/business-success/the-six-elements-of-self-esteem-building/
Quotes to ponder:
"To feel like a winner, you must know for sure that you are doing as well as or better than someone else."
"The very act of setting big, challenging goals for yourself and making written plans of action to achieve them actually raises your self-esteem."
"Whenever you are recognized and praised for any accomplishment by someone whose opinion you hold in high regard, your self-esteem goes up."
Episode references:
Mindset: The New Psychology of Success: https://www.amazon.com/Mindset-Psychology-Carol-S-Dweck/dp/0345472322
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Episode 2247:
Evan Marc Katz explores the increasing rates of infidelity among women, challenging conventional beliefs about marriage and relationships. Through insights from Esther Perel and Kim Brooks, the article highlights the evolving dynamics and unrealistic expectations that often burden modern marriages.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.evanmarckatz.com/blog/cheating/why-women-cheat-on-their-husbands
Quotes to ponder:
"The fact is, I’m nicer to my husband when I have something special going on that’s just for me."
"Maybe these women were on to something - valuing their marriages for the things it could offer and outsourcing the rest."
"At the end of the day, we accept these flaws."
Episode references:
State of Affairs: Rethinking Infidelity: https://www.amazon.com/State-Affairs-Rethinking-Infidelity/dp/0062322583
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Episode 2246:
Reflecting on Adina Soclof's insights from ParentingSimply.com, this episode delves into empathetic strategies for helping children cope with food allergies. By validating their feelings and using techniques like reflecting emotions and humor, parents can foster a supportive environment that helps children navigate their dietary restrictions with resilience and understanding.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://parentingsimply.com/why-cant-i-eat-it-what-you-need-to-say-to-your-allergic-child/
Quotes to ponder:
"You are really upset about your allergies and all these new food restrictions."
"Having someone name your feelings for you is calming and comforting."
"Using the phrase, 'even though you know' is an effective communication tool."
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Episode 2245:
Dr. Laura Markham highlights the importance of modeling healthy conflict resolution for children, emphasizing that respectful disagreements followed by affectionate reconciliation can teach valuable lessons. Even non-yelling conflicts can be upsetting to children, but showing resolution and repair helps them understand and cope with conflicts constructively.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.peacefulparenthappykids.com/read/fight-with-partner-learning-modeling-for-child
Quotes to ponder:
"It's never appropriate to dump anger on another person, in front of your kids or not."
"If we handle our disagreements with respect and good will, looking for solutions instead of blame, children will recover."
"Anyone can get angry, but we can take responsibility for our own emotions, apologize, and re-connect."
Episode references:
Nurture Shock: https://www.amazon.com/NurtureShock-New-Thinking-About-Children/dp/0446504122
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