Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting

Danae Smith of This Wondrous Life talks about the value of sharing your dreams with your community and loved ones. Episode 996: Dreaming With Community by Danae Smith of This Wondrous Life on Being Open About Your Hopes and Dreams 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 si...

Evan Marc Katz asks if you're guilty of thinking about a future before there's a present. Episode 995: Do You Think About a Future Before There's a Present by Evan Marc Katz on Long Term Relationship Planning Dating coach Evan Marc Katz has been billed as a “personal trainer for smart, strong, successful women,” helping singles find love since 2003. Thousands of his clients have fallen in love, go...

Richard Paterson of Think Less and Grow Rich reminds us that while pain is inevitable, suffering is optional. Episode 994: Pain Is Inevitable; Suffering Is Optional by Richard Paterson of Think Less and Grow Rich on Handling Pain Richard is an ex-monk, meditation teacher, transformational coach and author of two books, “Kick The Thinking Habit” and “Awaken The Happy You.” After almost four decades...

Greg Audino answers a listener's question about how to live a complete life without a significant other. Episode 993: Q&A - A Complete Life Without a Significant Other - Finding Your Soulmate & Feeling Incomplete without Someone  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalRelationshipsDailyMarriageParenting Learn more about y...

Andy Hill of Marriage, Kids and Money tells you how to get your 5-year-old to help around the house Episode 992: How to Get Your 5-Year-Old to Help Around the House by Andy Hill of Marriage, Kids and Money Andy Hill is the award-winning writer, speaker and podcaster behind Marriage, Kids and Money - a platform dedicated to helping young families build wealth and thrive. Andy's advice and personal...

Jana Rooheart with Introvert, Dear offers 4 mistakes that extroverted parents make with their introverted kids. Episode 991: 4 Mistakes Extroverted Parents Make With Their Introverted Kids by Jana Rooheart of Introvert Dear Jenn Granneman is the founder of Introvert, Dear and author of The Secret Lives of Introverts. She started Introvert, Dear in 2013 as her personal blog. She was living with an...

Alysha Jeney of Modern Love Counseling compares realistic expectations versus unrealistic expectations in relationships. Episode 990: Are My Expectations Too High by Alysha Jeney of Modern Love Counseling on High Expectations in Relationships Alysha Jeney is the founder of Modern Love Counseling. She is a MA, LMFT practicing in the Denver area. She focuses on offering counseling services for adult...

Dr. Margaret Rutherford shares five steps to stop comparing yourself to others. Episode 989: Five Steps to Stop Comparing Yourself to Others by Dr. Margaret Rutherford on How to Own and Appreciate Yourself 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. M...

Dr. Diana Kirschner of Love in 90 Days shares research covering the mental and physical health of people in happy couples versus people who aren't. Episode 988: Health in Happy Couples: The Michelangelo Effect by Dr. Diana Kirschner of Love in 90 Days PBS Love expert, psychologist and bestselling author, Diana Kirschner, Ph. D. has helped thousands of singles and couples to find the relationships...

Kristena Eden of Core Living Essentials talks about 3 ways to find healing after a broken relationship. Episode 987: 3 Ways to Find Healing After a Broken Relationship by Kristena Eden of Core Living Essentials on Breakup Recovery Kristena is a professional life coach, author, speaker, teacher, and overall marriage and relationships expert. She has over 25 years of training education and experienc...

Greg Audino answers a listener's question about how to proceed after being lied to about who their biological father is. Episode 986: Q&A - When You Have Been Lied to About Who Your Biological Parent Is - Family Dynamics  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalRelationshipsDailyMarriageParenting Learn more about your ad c...

Marygrace Taylor with Healthline reminds parents that their lack of sleep is taking a negative toll on their mental health. This is part 2 of 2. Episode 985: [Part 2] Yes, Parents, Your Lack of Sleep Is Affecting Your Mental Health by Marygrace Taylor of Healthline How you feel affects every precious day of your life. Healthline understands that, which is why they're committed to being your most t...

Marygrace Taylor with Healthline reminds parents that their lack of sleep is taking a negative toll on their mental health. This is part 1 of 2. Episode 984: [Part 1] Yes, Parents, Your Lack of Sleep Is Affecting Your Mental Health by Marygrace Taylor of Healthline How you feel affects every precious day of your life. Healthline understands that, which is why they're committed to being your most t...

Eddie Corbano of Love's a Game shares how he repaired his damaged sense of self after a breakup. Episode 983: How I Repaired My Damaged Sense of Self After a Breakup by Eddie Corbano of Love's A Game on Breakup Recovery Eddie Corbano's mission and life's purpose is to help you use your breakup or divorce to turn your life around and become the best version of yourself that you can ever be, and att...

Dr. Gary Lewandowski with Luvze shares the most recent research on flirting. Episode 982: A Flirter’s Dilemma: Subtlety vs. Success by Dr. Gary Lewandowski of Luvze on Attracting New Partners Luvze was founded on the premise that relationships are a central part of life and that our understanding of relationships benefits from research and scientific evidence. They also believe this information is...

Shana Olmstead reminds us that being overly attached to anything can distance us from attaining it. Episode 981: Desperation Creates Separation by Shana Olmstead on Trusting Oneself and Not Being Overly Attached Shana Olmstead's passion and life's work is connecting with people and helping them to believe the best about themselves. Her own process of spiritual awakening 15 years ago, and the perso...

Ali Cornish of Everthrive encourages fiancees to consider an adventure honeymoon like hers. Episode 980: Why You Should Consider an Adventure Honeymoon by Ali Cornish of Everthrive on Planning a Unique Honeymoon 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 liv...

Greg Audino answers a listener's question about what to do if you're waiting too long for a marriage proposal. Episode 979: Q&A - What Should You Do If You Are in a Relationship That Won't Take the Next Step - Waiting For a Proposal  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalRelationshipsDailyMarriageParenting Learn more abo...

Adina Soclof of Parenting Simply shares 7 ways to help your struggling child learn. Episode 978: 7 Ways to Help Your Struggling Child by Adina Soclof of Parenting Simply on Encouraging Kids Who Have Poor Grades A certified Speech Pathologist, Adina received her Master’s degree from Hunter College in New York in Communication Sciences. Adina worked in preschools for the developmentally disabled in...

Jennifer of Simply Fiercely shares an essay on minimalism for mothers. Episode 977: Minimalism For Mothers (An Essay on Simple Living and Motherhood) by Jennifer of Simply Fiercely Jennifer is a traveller, minimalist and dream chaser. She grew up near Baltimore, Maryland but she caught a bad case of wanderlust at an early age and it has taken her all over the world. She is a reformed shopaholic tu...

Keith Wilson talks about how caretaking can be a problem. Episode 976: How Caretaking Can Be a Problem by Keith Wilson on Being an Effective Caretaker For Someone in Need Keith Wilson is a licensed mental health counselor and certified alcohol and substance abuse counselor in New York State, with more than 30 years experience. Keith has done a lot of writing about ways to improve your relationship...

Lisa Petsinis with Highly Sensitive Refuge shares 10 things to know about being in a relationship with an HSP. This is part 2 of 2. Episode 975: [Part 2] 10 Things to Know About Being in a Relationship With an HSP by Lisa Petsinis of Highly Sensitive Refuge Co-founders Jenn Granneman and Andre Sólo's mission is to prove that high sensitivity can be strong. It’s okay to be a highly sensitive person...

Lisa Petsinis with Highly Sensitive Refuge shares 10 things to know about being in a relationship with an HSP. This is part 1 of 2. Episode 974: [Part 1] 10 Things to Know About Being in a Relationship With an HSP by Lisa Petsinis of Highly Sensitive Refuge Co-founders Jenn Granneman and Andre Sólo's mission is to prove that high sensitivity can be strong. It’s okay to be a highly sensitive person...

Debra Fileta shares an excerpt from her book, "Are You Really OK?" Episode 973: An Excerpt From "Are You Really OK?" by Debra Fileta on How Your Patterns Affect Your Relationships Debra is a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in dating, marriage and relationship issues, along with a spectrum of mental health disorders and issues. In addition to Are You Really OK?, she’s also the author o...

Greg Audino answers a listener's question about how much to handle different types of temptation in relationships and life. Episode 972: Q&A - How Can I Overcome Newfound Doubt and Trust Issues Now That My Boyfriend's Career is Taking Off Calm is offering a special limited time promotion of 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at Calm.com/ORD Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPo...