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Mark Manson shares his thoughts on the disease of more. This is part 2 of 2.  Episode 2505: [Part 2] The Disease of More by Mark Manson on Benefits of Simple Living Mark Manson was a full-time professional dating coach for men from 2008 until 2011. Sick of the industry, he wrote his first book, Models: Attract Women Through Honesty, and changed the name and focus of his business to address broader...

Mark Manson shares his thoughts on the disease of more. This is part 1 of 2.  Episode 2504: [Part 1] The Disease of More by Mark Manson on Benefits of Simple Living Mark Manson was a full-time professional dating coach for men from 2008 until 2011. Sick of the industry, he wrote his first book, Models: Attract Women Through Honesty, and changed the name and focus of his business to address broader...

David Cain of Raptitude tells you why you must go do the next thing Episode 2503: You Must Go Do the Next Thing by David Cain David Cain is a writer and entrepreneur living in Winnipeg, Canada. On a particular boring day at his office job in 2009, he started Raptitude. His interest has always been human society and the internal human experience, and Raptitude became his megaphone for his thoughts...

Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui of A Life In Progress helps you get clear on your game plan Episode 2502: Get Clear on Your Game Plan by Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui's mission as a Joyful Living Educator is to help messy humans like herself quiet the noise of perfectionism, comparison and fear to show up fully to their imperfect and beautiful lives and/or businesses. Her messag...

Helene Massicotte of Free To Pursue helps you cure ignorance Episode 2501: Are You Sure About That? - How to Cure Ignorance by Helene Massicotte Helene Massicotte blogs about living life on your terms and experiencing true personal freedom. She describes herself as a person in search of all that life has to offer and who has built a life that enables her to do just that. No more, no less. She chos...

Kerri Richardson shares two short posts covering how to make edits to your life and how to be present and purposeful Episode 2500: Could Your Life Use Some Editing? AND How to Be Present and Purposeful by Kerri Richardson Kerri is a lifestyle designer, trained coach, and The Wall Street Journal bestselling author of the book What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You who helps people just like you dr...

Sarah Moss with No Sidebar talks about how minimalism helps us find our voice amidst the noise Episode 2499: How Minimalism Helps Find Our Voice Amidst the Noise by Sarah Moss No Sidebar was created by Brian Gardner and is all about designing a simpler life. He and the contributing authors want to help you figure out what's getting in your way, at home and at work. They want to help you let go of...

Nia Shanks reminds us that our value goes beyond our diet and body fat percentage. Episode 2498: You're Not Your Diet. You're Not Your Body Fat Percentage by Nia Shanks Nia Shanks is a writer and coach, and leader of the Lift Like a Girl revolution. She helps women discover and reach their potential through an empowering approach to health, fitness, and life. Nia also hosts The Nia Shanks Show–the...

Adi Redzic encourages us not to miss the forest for the trees. Episode 2497: Don't Miss the Forest for the Trees by Adi Redzic Adi Redzic is an award-winning life, business, and leadership coach, entrepreneur, author of two books, and motivational speaker. From a war-torn childhood to meetings at The White House, Adi has proven the possibility of change and growth. The original post is located her...

Sara Stanizai of Prospect Therapy talks about when self-care becomes self-sabotage Episode 2496: When Self-Care Becomes Self-Sabotage by Sara Stanizai Prospect Therapy is an LGBTQ+ affirming psychotherapy practice that offers quality mental health services to individuals, couples, children and families. Their guiding principles are integrity, generosity and enthusiasm. They support these principle...

Derek Sivers shares two short posts covering how to do what you love while making good money, and how to quit something you love Episode 2495: How to Do What You Love & Make Good Money AND Quitting Something You Love by Derek Sivers Originally a professional musician and circus clown, Derek Sivers created CD Baby in 1998. It became the largest seller of independent music online, with $100M in sale...

Dr. Jenny Brockis talks about why uncertainty can be a blessing Episode 2494: Why Uncertainty Can Be a Blessing by Dr. Jenny Brockis  Dr Jenny Brockis is a medical practitioner and board-certified lifestyle medicine physician, keynote speaker and best-selling author based out of Perth, Western Australia. She is an expert in the science of high-performance thinking, creating thriving teams and lead...

Eric Teplitz talks about why laziness is not the issue. This is part 2 of 2. Episode 2493: [Part 2] Laziness is Not the Issue by Eric Teplitz Eric Teplitz has had a lifelong fascination with human motivation, creativity, personal development, and living an inspired, rewarding, and positively impactful life. To this effect, he routinely undertakes challenging endeavors that intrigue him and impel h...

Eric Teplitz talks about why laziness is not the issue. This is part 1 of 2. Episode 2492: [Part 1] Laziness is Not the Issue by Eric Teplitz Eric Teplitz has had a lifelong fascination with human motivation, creativity, personal development, and living an inspired, rewarding, and positively impactful life. To this effect, he routinely undertakes challenging endeavors that intrigue him and impel h...

Cylon George of Spiritual Living for Busy People shares a guide for decluttering your home and your life Episode 2491: The Minimalist Guide to Decluttering Your Home (and Your Life) by Cylon George Cylon George is a spiritual chaplain, musician, devoted husband, and busy dad of six. He loves listening to people’s stories and helping them gain perspective on life’s opportunities and challenges. The...

Brian Tracy tells us how we can change our mentality to up our chances at financial freedom. Episode 2490: Change Your Thinking. 5 Mentality Shifts Wealthy People Live By to Achieve Financial Freedom by Brian Tracy Brian Tracy's goal is to help you achieve your personal and business goals faster and easier than you ever imagined. Brian Tracy has consulted for more than 1,000 companies and addresse...

Mark Manson asks if you need therapy. Episode 2489: Do You Need Therapy? by Mark Manson Mark Manson was a full-time professional dating coach for men from 2008 until 2011. Sick of the industry, he wrote his first book, Models: Attract Women Through Honesty, and changed the name and focus of his business to address broader self-development topics for men. The book took off, selling tens of thousand...

Rose Lounsbury talks about living in the big little moments Episode 2488: The In-Between: Learning to Live in the Big Little Moments by Rose Lounsbury Rose Lounsbury is a keynote speaker, Amazon bestselling author, simplicity coach, and still-sane mom of triplets. (Yes, you heard that right!) She helps overwhelmed people create open spaces in their homes, workspaces, and more importantly–their min...

Leo Babauta of Zen Habits helps you approach life with a beginner's mind Episode 2487: Approaching Life with Beginner’s Mind by Leo Babauta Leo Babauta created Zen Habits, which is about finding simplicity and mindfulness in the daily chaos of our lives. It’s about clearing the clutter so we can focus on what’s important, create something amazing, find happiness. The original post is located here:...

Dr. Susan Chanderbhan of ChandPsych talks about recognizing the signs of anxiety Episode 2486: Anxiety: Recognizing the Signs in Your Mind, Body, and Behavior by Dr. Susan Chanderbhan Dr. Susan Chanderbhan is a psychologist in Laredo, Texas. She helps individuals and couples who are struggling in different areas of their lives gain the clarity they need to grow and change. Her practice is based la...

Dr. Margaret Rutherford discusses 5 steps for overcoming the fear of giving up perfectionism Episode 2485: Five Steps to Overcome The Fear of Giving Up Perfectionism by Dr. Margaret Rutherford Dr. Margaret Rutherford has been a psychologist in private practice for over twenty-five years. She's the author of “Perfectly Hidden Depression”, and hosts a weekly podcast, SelfWork with Dr. Margaret Ruthe...

Steve Pavlina talks about stay or go decisions Episode 2484: Stay or Go Decisions by Steve Pavlina Steve Pavlina is widely recognized as one of the most successful personal development bloggers on the Internet, with his work attracting more than 100 million visits to his website, StevePavlina.com. He has written more than 1300 articles and recorded many audio programs on a broad range of self-help...

Shawna Scafe of Simple On Purpose reminds us that minimalism is not an end-goal, but a tool Episode 2483: Minimalism is Not an End-Goal, it is a Tool by Shawna Scafe Shawna Scafe is a mom of three small kids who started blogging after her first son was born. She wanted to share her c-section story in order to help herself work through the disappointment she felt about it. She read a book on minima...

Shelby Forsythia shares her thoughts on when grief's second wave hits you. Episode 2482: When Grief's Second Wave Hits You by Shelby Forsythia Shelby Forsythia never intended to study grief, but now she is an Intuitive Grief Guide who speaks, writes, and teaches powerful truths about grief and loss. She is the podcast host of Coming Back: Conversations on Life After Loss where she and her guests t...

David Cain of Raptitude shares three typical mistakes in thinking about the future. This is part 2 of 2. Episode 2481: [Part 2] Three Typical Mistakes in Thinking About the Future by David Cain David Cain is a writer and entrepreneur living in Winnipeg, Canada. On a particular boring day at his office job in 2009, he started Raptitude. His interest has always been human society and the internal hu...