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Optimal Living Daily - Personal Development and Self-Improvement

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Join award-winning audiobook narrator Justin Malik in this personal growth accelerator, delivering bite-sized episodes each day that are rich with wisdom and practical advice. Optimal Living Daily features a carefully selected mix of articles from some of the most influential voices in self-help, covering topics like minimalism, productivity, mental health, and personal development. Each episode is thoughtfully narrated to not only inform but also inspire you to make meaningful changes in your life. Whether you're seeking motivation, clarity, or strategies to enhance your daily life, Optimal Living Daily is your go-to source for personal development. It’s not just a podcast; it’s a daily habit that empowers you to live your best life, one insightful and uplifting episode at a time. Dive into episodes that cover the essence of self-help, minimalism, and self-improvement, offering actionable steps to foster personal development. This podcast is designed for those passionate about personal development and minimalism, looking to integrate self-help strategies and self-improvement techniques into their daily routines. By focusing on personal development, each episode provides you with the tools needed for self-improvement and minimalism, transforming your life with every listen. Listen now, and become an OLD friend--your optimal life awaits...

  1. Decluttering Time by Julie Morgenstern on Simple Living

    7 HR AGO

    Decluttering Time by Julie Morgenstern on Simple Living

    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3805: Julie Morgenstern shines a light on a hidden form of clutter that drains our energy and limits our growth: time clutter. By identifying obsolete commitments, unfinished projects, and outdated roles, we can reclaim control of our schedules and make room for more fulfilling and purpose-aligned experiences. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.juliemorgenstern.com/tips-tools-blog/2020/1/15/q98y5f9578czhs35yah0bh7xrumqrm Quotes to ponder: "Your schedule, like your closet, is a container, a storage unit with a definite capacity." "Sometimes we hold onto time clutter because it represents how we want to see ourselves." "Instead of focusing on what you’re giving up, focus on what you stand to gain." Episode references: UTEP Connect: https://online.utep.edu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    10 min
  2. You Might Also Like: The Oprah Podcast

    7 HR AGO · BONUS

    You Might Also Like: The Oprah Podcast

    Introducing Ann Packer: "Some Bright Nowhere" | Oprah's Book Club from The Oprah Podcast. Follow the show: The Oprah Podcast In this episode of Oprah’s Book Club: Presented by Starbucks, Oprah and Ann Packer discuss Some Bright Nowhere, Ann’s poignant new novel and Oprah’s 120th Book Club selection. This book explores what happens when a wife's dying request shatters everything her husband believed about their 35 years together. Ann’s evocative and beautifully written novel inspired a thought-provoking conversation among readers at a Starbucks coffeehouse in New York City. As our audience discussed the inherent challenges and life-changing insights that come with the privilege and responsibility of caregiving, they were warmed by a Starbucks holiday classic: the Peppermint Mocha. BUY THE BOOK! https://www.harpercollins.com/products/some-bright-nowhere-ann-packer 00:00:00 - Welcome Ann Packer, author of ‘Some Bright Nowhere’ 00:02:40 - Thando shares her feelings about the main characters  00:04:50 - How Ann created the story  00:06:50 - Ann knew the ending before she started 00:07:38 - Recurring theme in Ann’s books  00:10:35 - Ann takes on hard questions  00:14:50 - How Ann wrote from the male perspective  00:17:07 - Support for male caregivers  00:25:30 - Male and female caregiving differences  00:30:38 - The difficulty of speaking your truth  00:31:54 - The power of a dying wish  00:33:48 - What cancer takes away from people  00:39:29 - What can be learned from loss  00:40:32 - Ann wants to normalize talking about death  00:42:50 - How it feels to hit send on your finished book SUPPORT THE SHOW Learn more about Jack’s Caregiver Coalition - a national non-profit that ensures no man should care alone. Jack’s is a center for empowerment, support, and community for men who are caregivers.  https://www.jackscaregiverco.org/ Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social: Instagram Facebook TikTok Listen to the full podcast: Spotify Apple Podcasts #oprahsbookclub Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

  3. Having Faith in Maybe by Allison Carmen on Finding Peace in the Unknown

    1 DAY AGO

    Having Faith in Maybe by Allison Carmen on Finding Peace in the Unknown

    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3804: Allison Carmen explores how embracing the idea of "maybe" can help us shift from fear-based beliefs to a state of openness and eventual faith. Through her story of Joe, a man gripped by job insecurity, she shows how the practice of “maybe” can ease anxiety, reframe uncertainty, and foster emotional resilience in uncertain times. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://www.allisoncarmen.com/having-faith-in-maybe-2/ Quotes to ponder: "Belief clings, faith lets go." "Beliefs try to make a known out of the unknown. They make presumptions about what is yet to come, how it will be, what it will mean, and how it will affect us." "’Maybe’ creates a kind of cognitive faith that can help us get us through an unexpected situation." Episode references: The Gift of Maybe: https://www.amazon.com/Gift-Maybe-Offering-Hope-Uncertainty/dp/0399169539 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    8 min
  4. Your House is Making You Tired (but you can fix it!) by Karen Trefzger of Maximum Gratitude Minimal Stuff

    2 DAYS AGO

    Your House is Making You Tired (but you can fix it!) by Karen Trefzger of Maximum Gratitude Minimal Stuff

    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3803: Karen Trefzger reveals how your home environment may be secretly draining your energy through poor lighting, noise, clutter, and more. She offers simple, actionable changes that restore calm and vitality. With small adjustments like clearing surfaces or improving air quality, you can turn your space into a sanctuary that supports rest and well-being. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.maximumgratitudeminimalstuff.com/2025/10/your-house-is-making-you-tired.html Quotes to ponder: "Your home should be the antidote to stress, not the cause of it." "Your brain processes everything in your environment, even when you're not aware of it." "Small changes multiply and build on each other." Episode references: Coway Air Purifiers: https://www.cowaymega.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    12 min
  5. The Why and How of Self Care by Randi Kay of Naturally Randi Kay on Understanding and Prioritizing Yourself

    3 DAYS AGO

    The Why and How of Self Care by Randi Kay of Naturally Randi Kay on Understanding and Prioritizing Yourself

    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3802: Randi Kay passionately reminds us that self-care isn’t indulgent, it’s essential. By tuning into your body’s signals, embracing intentional movement, and prioritizing your own well-being, you not only heal and prevent burnout but also show up more fully for others. Her gentle but firm guidance helps transform daily self-care from a luxury into a non-negotiable ritual. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.naturallyrandikay.com/post/the-why-and-how-of-self-care Quotes to ponder: “Embrace movement as an essential part of being alive.” “We weren’t created to sit at desks and stare at screens for 8+ hours a day.” “If you listen to your body whisper, then you don’t have to hear it scream.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    9 min
  6. Self-Care Ideas For Better Health and Nutrition by Danielle Omar of Food Confidence on Wellness and Nutrition

    3 DAYS AGO

    Self-Care Ideas For Better Health and Nutrition by Danielle Omar of Food Confidence on Wellness and Nutrition

    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3801: Danielle Omar reminds us that food isn’t just fuel, it’s a powerful form of self-care. Through mindful eating and simple nutrition strategies, she shows how we can reduce stress, improve digestion, and build a healthier, more joyful relationship with what we eat. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.foodconfidence.com/2023/01/23/self-care-ideas-nutrition/ Quotes to ponder: "Healthy eating could be one of the most overlooked, yet vital, forms of self-care." "Are you eating with joy and treating yourself with love and kindness rather than criticizing yourself for eating foods you shouldn’t be eating?" "Good digestive health is crucial so your body can break down, use, and store the vitamins and nutrients you consume." Episode references: MyFitnessPal: https://www.myfitnesspal.com/ Food Network: https://www.foodnetwork.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    9 min
  7. Making Excuses Zaps Your Motivation. So Don’t Do It by Tyler Tervooren of Riskology on Accountability and Action

    4 DAYS AGO

    Making Excuses Zaps Your Motivation. So Don’t Do It by Tyler Tervooren of Riskology on Accountability and Action

    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3800: Tyler Tervooren shares two powerful true stories of individuals who overcame extreme odds by refusing to make excuses, an 11-year-old Ugandan boy who risked everything for an education and a Detroit man who walked 21 miles daily to keep his job. These examples underscore how taking full responsibility, rather than blaming external factors, boosts motivation, resilience, and long-term success. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.riskology.co/making-excuses/ Quotes to ponder: "Making excuses now has a cascading effect on how you behave in the future." "When you ask yourself those questions, you feel like you’re still in control of your destiny." "If you focus on the story you can’t control, you’ll spiral towards failure. But if you focus on the story you can, you’ll spiral towards success." Episode references: The Journal of Psychology: https://www.tandfonline.com/journals/vjrl20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    12 min
  8. Build A Life Based on Your Own Definition of Success, Not Everyone Else’s Definition by Shawna Scafe

    5 DAYS AGO

    Build A Life Based on Your Own Definition of Success, Not Everyone Else’s Definition by Shawna Scafe

    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3799: Shawna Scafe challenges the conventional, one-size-fits-all idea of success and invites us to redefine it based on what truly fulfills us, not what society expects. By exploring your own gifts, passions, and desires without an audience or external validation, you begin to build a life rooted in authenticity and joy. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://simpleonpurpose.ca/redefine-life-success/ Quotes to ponder: "Success implies that we are in a great state of life. Therefore, we ‘ought’ to be happy and well-off." "We work hard to ‘get’ success, and then work hard to maintain it and then get sick of working hard to live a life that we aren’t all that passionate about." "Success is a quality of living. And living can only be done well when it is done in the way that fulfills you as an individual." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    10 min
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Join award-winning audiobook narrator Justin Malik in this personal growth accelerator, delivering bite-sized episodes each day that are rich with wisdom and practical advice. Optimal Living Daily features a carefully selected mix of articles from some of the most influential voices in self-help, covering topics like minimalism, productivity, mental health, and personal development. Each episode is thoughtfully narrated to not only inform but also inspire you to make meaningful changes in your life. Whether you're seeking motivation, clarity, or strategies to enhance your daily life, Optimal Living Daily is your go-to source for personal development. It’s not just a podcast; it’s a daily habit that empowers you to live your best life, one insightful and uplifting episode at a time. Dive into episodes that cover the essence of self-help, minimalism, and self-improvement, offering actionable steps to foster personal development. This podcast is designed for those passionate about personal development and minimalism, looking to integrate self-help strategies and self-improvement techniques into their daily routines. By focusing on personal development, each episode provides you with the tools needed for self-improvement and minimalism, transforming your life with every listen. Listen now, and become an OLD friend--your optimal life awaits...

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    Optimal Living Daily
  • Creator
    Justin Malik
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2025
  • Episodes
    2K
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    Clean
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    © Optimal Living Daily LLC
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