Optimal Living Daily - Personal Development and Self-Improvement

Allison Carmen asks you to revaluate your home. Episode 1805: Is Your Home a Sinkhole by Allison Carmen on Simple Living & Gratitude Practice Allison Carmen holds a B.A. in accounting, a J.D. of Law, and a Master’s of Law in taxation. After working for a large law firm in Manhattan, Allison founded her own law firm and built a successful practice focusing on real estate, corporate, mergers and acq...

Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui of A Life In Progress reflects on self-compassion. Episode 1804: If I Could Bottle Up One Gift For You: On Self-Compassion by Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui of A Life In Progress 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 be...

Leo Babauta of Mnmlist offers us two short articles about carrying less and paring down. Episode 1803: Carry Less, or Pockets Like Air AND Paring Down by Leo Babauta of Mnmlist on Minimal Lifestyle 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 a...

Danae Smith of This Wondrous Life talks about the importance of play. Episode 1802: The Importance of Play: What the Christopher Robin Film Taught Me by Danae Smith of This Wondrous Life Danae Smith is East Coast born and raised, but a West Coast girl at heart, She is the founder of This Wondrous Life, a lifestyle blog, rooted in pursuing a life lived simply, slowly, and with community. Over the y...

Steve Pavlina tells us what we can do to strengthen our future selves. Episode 1801: Strengthening Your Future Self by Steve Pavlina on Reflection for Personal Growth 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 art...

Elana Miller of Zen Psychiatry on living to 100 days. Episode 1800: Living to 100 Days by Elana Miller of Zen Psychiatry on Resilience & Overcoming Fear Elana Miller is a psychiatrist based out of Los Angeles, California. She loves to write, read, and make music. Elana received her B.A. in psychology at Harvard University before studying at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern...

Tynan encourages us to remain calm. Episode 1799: Remain Calm by Tynan Tynan was named as one of the top 25 best bloggers in 2013 by Time Magazine. He believes in making deliberate decisions and breaking away from the herd mentality. He likes learning new things, building habits, exposing the world, connecting with awesome people, and creating good work. The New York Times Bestseller “The Game” fe...

Mark Manson tells us how we can remain patient in an impatient world. This is part 2 of 2. Episode 1798: [Part 2] How to Be Patient in an Impatient World by Mark Manson on The Skinner Box 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 busi...

Mark Manson tells us how we can remain patient in an impatient world. This is part 1 of 2. Episode 1797: [Part 1] How to Be Patient in an Impatient World by Mark Manson on The Skinner Box 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 busi...

Emma Scheib of Simple Slow Lovely reminds us that we are the curators of our lives. Episode 1796: You Are The Curator of Your Life by Emma Scheib of Simple Slow Lovely on Mindful Lifestyle Design Emma is a self-confessed introvert who craves the simple and slow things in life. She loves to run, read, and write. She is blessed to be wife to a wonderful husband, mum to two amazing and vivacious daug...

Jessica offers 5 reasons that we should make space in our lives. Episode 1795: 5 Reasons to Create Space in Your Life by Jessica of Nacho Average Fro on Minimalism & Simplifying Life Since beginning her decluttering journey, Jessica has lost 40 lbs., quit her corporate job to fulfill her lifelong dream of entrepreneurship, and now runs a blog, conference and coaching business. She continuously fun...

Randi Kay of Naturally Randi Kay tells us how we can be our own gurus. Episode 1794: How To Be Your Own Guru by Randi Kay of Naturally Randi Kay on Self Development Practice Randi Kay is on a mission to shift the health culture by educating and empowering you to make every area of life a healing opportunity. She would like to offer you knowledge and tangible tools to use to make self care a way of...

Leo Babauta of Zen Habits talks about the importance of living "on purpose" Episode 1793: Live on Purpose by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Purposeful Practice for An Intentional Life 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 hap...

Rose Lounsbury reflects on the joy of open space. Episode 1792: The Joy of Open Space by Rose Lounsbury on Finding Peace in Your Daily Environment 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 minds–b...

The NeuroGym Team educates us on how we can train our brains for goal achievement. Episode 1791: This Is How to Train Your Brain for Goal Achievement by The NeuroGym Team with MyNeuroGym on Visualization NeuroGym applies scientifically-proven methods and technologies for helping people expand their mental and emotional power to reach their fullest potential. Their Mission is to be the leading prov...

Ingrid Y Helander shares three quick ways to master time when feeling stressed. Episode 1790: 3 Quick Ways to Master Time for Stressed Out People by Ingrid Y Helander on Creating Space & Mindfulness Ingrid began her career in Marriage and Family Therapy after she had her three children. After her youngest son was diagnosed with a chronic illness, she decided that she wanted to train to work alongs...

Greg Audino talks about success and how it's definition changes from time to time. Episode 1789: What Does Success Mean and When by Greg Audino on Defining Being Successful & Healthy Thoughts Greg Audino is both a certified life coach and an actor. He combines his passions to create short and digestible videos which shine new light on the turbulent areas of life that many of us already have our mi...

Cait Flanders shares an excerpt from her book entitled "Opting Out" Episode 1788: An Excerpt from the book Adventures in Opting Out by Cait Flanders on A Field Guide to Leading an Intentional Life Cait Flanders started Blonde on a Budget to document her debt repayment journey. After paying it off, she adopted a minimalist lifestyle, tossed 75% of her stuff, and is currently doing a two-year shoppi...

Ali Cornish of Everthrive tells us to stop overthinking. Episode 1787: Stop Overthinking by Ali Cornish of Everthrive on Creating Space for Reflection & Mindfulness Ali Cornish created Everthrive as a response to the increasing pace, materialism, and detachment of today's society. Through words and photos, she brings awareness to the importance of living simply, healthfully, and authentically. Lif...

Jeff Goins of Goins Writer reminds us that our calling isn't always what we think it is. Episode 1786: Your Calling Doesn't Always Look Like You Think It Should by Jeff Goins of Goins Writer on Following Passions Jeff Goins is the best-selling author of five books including The Art of Work and Real Artists Don't Starve. On his blog, he shares his thoughts on writing, life, and creative work. The o...

An excerpt from the book titled, "You End Up Where You're Heading" by Jimmy Rex and Cameron Carling Episode 1785: An Excerpt from the book You End Up Where You're Heading by Jimmy Rex & Cameron Carling More about the book can be found here: https://www.amazon.com/You-End-Where-Youre-Heading/dp/1544509197/ref=sr_1_2?crid=X4XD16POPJ4B&dchild=1&keywords=you+end+up+where+youre+heading&qid=1600959204&s...

Kate Galliett of The Unbreakable Body talks about getting through the learning curve. Episode 1784: Getting Through The Learning Curve by Kate Galliett of The Unbreakable Body on Potential & Aptitude Kate Galliett has been a coach of movement and strength for 16 years. She is an expert at helping others unlock their True Nature and tap into their full potential through movement, fitness, body re-p...

Benjamin Hardy discusses some special parts of goal-setting that no one talks about. This is part 2 of 2. Episode 1783: [Part 2] 3 Exciting Facts About Goals That No One Talks About by Benjamin Hardy on How To Pursue Your Goals Benjamin Hardy has been the top writer on Medium.com since late 2015. He focuses on self-improvement, motivation, and entrepreneurship. His writing is fueled by his persona...

Benjamin Hardy discusses some special parts of goal-setting that no one talks about. This is part 1 of 2. Episode 1782: [Part 1] 3 Exciting Facts About Goals That No One Talks About by Benjamin Hardy on How To Pursue Your Goals Benjamin Hardy has been the top writer on Medium.com since late 2015. He focuses on self-improvement, motivation, and entrepreneurship. His writing is fueled by his persona...

Jay and Heather Harrington of Life and Whim discuss the many benefits of living a life with less. Episode 1781: Minimalism, Tidying Up, & the Most Important Benefit Behind the Less is More Movement by Jay & Heather Harrington Jay and Heather Harrington are the husband and wife team behind Life and Whim. They started Life and Whim after moving their family to Traverse City, a small town on the shor...