3401: Stop Depriving Yourself and Get What You Really Want by Chris of Keep Thrifty on Choosing Happiness

Optimal Living Daily - Personal Development and Self-Improvement

Optimal Living Daily - Personal Development and Self-Improvement

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Host Francesca Amiker sits down with directors Joe and Anthony Russo, producer Angela Russo-Otstot, stars Millie Bobby Brown and Chris Pratt, and more to uncover how family was the key to building the emotional core of The Electric State . From the Russos’ own experiences growing up in a large Italian family to the film’s central relationship between Michelle and her robot brother Kid Cosmo, family relationships both on and off of the set were the key to bringing The Electric State to life. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts . State Secrets: Inside the Making of The Electric State is produced by Netflix and Treefort Media.…

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Episode 3401:

In their journey toward frugality and minimalism, Jaime and their partner realized that chasing small, fleeting luxuries was keeping them from achieving their true dreams. By cutting back on impulse purchases, they unlocked the freedom to travel, reduce their work schedule, and prioritize lasting happiness. It's not about deprivation - it's about mastering priorities to live the life you truly deserve.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.keepthrifty.com/stop-depriving-yourself/

Quotes to ponder:

"Convincing you that you deserve the little luxuries is the ultimate Jedi mind trick from the dark side of the force."

"The frugal and minimalist aren’t masters of deprivation - they are masters of prioritization and masters of self."

"If we can live by that question, we can start to find joy in what we have and see the path to the future we want."

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3552 episodes

3401: Stop Depriving Yourself and Get What You Really Want by Chris of Keep Thrifty on Choosing Happiness

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Episode 3401:

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.keepthrifty.com/stop-depriving-yourself/

Quotes to ponder:

"Convincing you that you deserve the little luxuries is the ultimate Jedi mind trick from the dark side of the force."

"The frugal and minimalist aren’t masters of deprivation - they are masters of prioritization and masters of self."

"If we can live by that question, we can start to find joy in what we have and see the path to the future we want."

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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3551: Show Success Before Asking for Help AND A Warning to Anyone Receiving Advice by Derek Sivers 9:26

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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 3551: Success comes from results, not just potential. Derek Sivers shares a lesson from the music industry: those who show momentum get better opportunities. He also warns against blindly following advice, as it’s often shaped by personal bias. Instead, gather multiple perspectives and trust your own judgment. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://sivers.org/success-first & https://sivers.org/advice Quotes to ponder: "You have to make your own success first, before you ask the industry for help." "Show that you’re going to be successful without their help. Show that you have momentum." "The problem is taking any one person’s advice too seriously. Ideally, asking advice should be like echolocation." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3550: More Money, Less Happiness: When Money Makes You Miserable by Michael Laurence with Get Rich Slowly 10:39

il y a 1 day10:39

10:39

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 3550: More money can improve life if used wisely. Michael Laurence explores why higher incomes don’t always lead to greater happiness, often due to stressful jobs, debt, and societal pressures. True financial well-being comes from spending in ways that create freedom, security, and genuine joy, rather than simply keeping up with the Joneses. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.getrichslowly.org/more-money-less-happiness/ Quotes to ponder: "Money, in short, is neutral. It’s a tool that can make you happier, or less happy, depending on how you choose to spend it." "Instead of using the extra income to buy freedom and peace of mind, which would make them happier, they incur more debt, which makes them more anxious than ever." "Living on somebody else’s terms, living somebody else’s life, is not a recipe for happiness, and if you do it, extra money won’t make you any happier." Episode references: Your Money or Your Life: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Money-Life-Transforming-Relationship/dp/0143115766 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3549: I Hope You Feel Small: The Surprising Upside of Unselfing by Rachel Macy Stafford of Hands Free Mama 12:04

il y a environ 3 jours12:04

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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 3549: Spending time in nature and reconnecting with cherished childhood places can offer a profound shift in perspective. Rachel Macy Stafford reflects on how revisiting her aunt and uncle’s home after decades helped her rediscover the power of "unselfing," turning attention outward to embrace the beauty of the world beyond personal worries. By zooming out, immersing in nature, and appreciating life's vastness, we can find strength and clarity in unexpected ways. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.handsfreemama.com/2023/08/25/i-hope-you-feel-small-the-surprising-upside-of-unselfing/ Quotes to ponder: "This card reminded me of your long driveway. Every time we pulled into the driveway leading up to your house, my heart raced with excitement and happiness." "At home, I tended to make myself the center of my own universe, so naturally, everything felt big and overwhelming. But at my aunt’s house, I was immersed in the beauty of nature using all of my senses." "Experiences that refresh our energies, calm our anxieties, and nurture our well-being are more accessible than we might think." Episode references: The Sovereignty of Good by Iris Murdoch: https://www.amazon.com/Sovereignty-Good-Iris-Murdoch/dp/0415253993 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3548: How to Start Good Habits When You're Less Busy by Emma McLaren of Get Myrth 9:30

il y a environ 4 jours9:30

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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 3548: Emma McLaren highlights how starting new habits is much easier when life is calm, rather than during stressful, overwhelming times. Stress impairs executive function and memory, making it harder to establish lasting routines. By leveraging the path of least resistance, such as habit stacking or introducing positive changes during mellow periods, you set yourself up for long-term success. While it's always possible to make good choices, timing can play a crucial role in whether new habits stick. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.getmyrth.com/myrthblog/start-good-habits-when-youre-less-busy Quotes to ponder: "It’s easier to take up new habits when other stressors in your life aren’t so intense and when you aren't being pulled in several directions at once by a busy schedule." "That’s why we love habit stacking, which helps you leverage old habits to build new ones more easily." "It’s easier to make changes when life is calm, but it’s still possible (and healthy!) to make those changes when life is harder." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3547: Experiences, Not Things by Ali Cornish with Everthrive on Personal Growth and Lasting Happiness 10:05

il y a environ 5 jours10:05

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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 3547: Ali Cornish explores how investing in experiences rather than material things leads to deeper connections, personal growth, and lasting happiness. Shared adventures strengthen relationships, build character, and create memories that far outlive the fleeting joy of possessions. Research supports this idea: experiences leave a profound emotional imprint, shaping who we are in ways that objects never can. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://everthrive.org/blog/2017/3/1/experiences-not-things Quotes to ponder: "Experiences last longer in our memories than material items do." "We are the sum of our experiences, not our things." "Conquering tricky situations paves the way for potential opportunities to become better people, and becoming better people is the best gift of all." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3546: It’s Spring! The Secret To Make Your Life Dreams Bloom by Ingrid Y. Helander on Personal Development 9:30

il y a environ 6 jours9:30

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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 3546: When spring arrives, nature bursts into life effortlessly, so why do our dreams stay locked inside? Ingrid Y. Helander explores how our fears and worries act as protective buds, preventing our true potential from blooming. By acknowledging and working with our anxieties instead of resisting them, we can finally step into the life we were meant to live. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ingridyhelanderlmft.com/its-spring-the-secret-to-make-your-life-dreams-bloom/ Quotes to ponder: "Instead, we usually keep our dreams locked up inside their bud well protected by a long list of worries and excuses." "If those summer buds on the trees worried about all the cold, wind, and bleakness ahead, we’d probably never have those fresh green leaves." "You cannot simply dismiss these worries. If you could, you would already be living your dreams." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3545: Richer In Retirement by Mr. 1500 of 1500 Days on Financial Independence and Retire Early 13:46

il y a environ 6 jours13:46

13:46

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 3545: Rising from a frugal college diet of spaghetti and peanut butter sandwiches to a multimillion-dollar net worth, Mr. 1500 reflects on his journey to financial independence and the power of positive financial momentum. With multiple income streams, careful spending, and an entrepreneurial mindset, he highlights how early retirement isn’t about sitting idle but about creating more wealth, both financial and experiential. The greatest luxury, he argues, isn’t money, but the freedom to pursue meaningful work and a fulfilling life on your own terms. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.1500days.com/richer-in-retirement/ Quotes to ponder: "The greatest luxury in life is time. It’s hard to truly appreciate it until you have it. Or have lost it." "Just when I need money the least, we have more of it than ever." "Not working frees me up to do what I love. It just so happens that some of the things I love to do like building things and farting around with real estate have the side-effect of making more money." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3544: Oh, How Exciting it is AND Actually, I Can by Angelina Lee of Exploring Plan Be on Gratitude 11:43

il y a environ 7 jours11:43

11:43

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 3544: A “boring” routine might actually be one of life’s biggest blessings. Angelina Lee shares a powerful shift in perspective, how the little, everyday moments we often overlook are the very fabric of our lives. By learning to embrace the ordinary and transform our “I can’t” into “I can,” we open the door to a more intentional, fulfilling existence. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://exploringplanbe.com/oh-how-exciting-it-is/ and https://exploringplanbe.com/actually-i-can/ Quotes to ponder: "The little things that we prayed for once upon a time, but which, with time, we come to glaze over through the lens of familiarity." "It’s wonderful to have big things to look forward to, but we must always be careful that we don’t sacrifice the ‘now’ for the ‘when.’" "A great release came when I discovered that the only limits on the way that I live my life are the ones that I place on it." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3543: On Giving Birth and Pursuing Dreams by Eric Teplitz on Personal Growth and Building Resilience 10:54

il y a environ 8 jours10:54

10:54

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 3543: Eric Teplitz reflects on the pursuit of dreams through the lens of his own journey as a musician, drawing parallels between creative endeavors and the act of giving birth. Despite the heartbreak of his music career not unfolding as he had hoped, he embraces the experience with no regrets, emphasizing that the greatest risk is not trying at all. His story serves as a powerful reminder that while chasing dreams can lead to disappointment, it can also lead to growth, resilience, and a life well-lived. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://inspiredlivingblog.wordpress.com/2021/12/08/on-giving-birth-and-pursuing-dreams/ Quotes to ponder: "My personal opinion is that if there is a 'goal' to aspire to for this bizarre situation we find ourselves in called a human life, it might be to minimize regret." "Yes, pursuing your dreams is risky business, and could very well lead to heartache. But what about the heartache of being on your deathbed and realizing you never even tried?" "Giving birth to a literal child, a piece of art, or a new version of yourself is an act of courage." Episode references: The Top Five Regrets of the Dying: https://www.amazon.com/Top-Five-Regrets-Dying-Transformed/dp/140194065X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3542: How to Create Space in Your Life by Kathy Robinson of Athena Wellness 11:43

il y a environ 9 jours11:43

11:43

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 3542: Clearing space, physically, mentally, and emotionally, creates the foundation for real change. Kathy Robinson shares how decluttering isn’t just about getting rid of things; it’s about making room for transformation. By setting boundaries, embracing mindful pauses, and practicing discernment, you can align your life with what truly matters and cultivate a deeper sense of peace and fulfillment. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://athenawellness.com/blog/2023/3/1/how-to-create-space-in-your-life Quotes to ponder: "The whole purpose of creating space and reclaiming your time is so you can connect with your still point, a place of spacious calm where you can detach from your thoughts and emotions in a peaceful space of surrender and release." "The choices available to us are endless, which is why discernment is so important. It moves you to a place where you can begin to say no to what you don’t want so you can spend more time doing what’s fulfilling for you." "Make space in your life for the inevitable arrival of what you want." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3541: We Are Enough and We Don't Need to Be Perfect by Heather Avery with Tiny Buddha 12:24

il y a environ 10 jours12:24

12:24

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 3541: You don’t have to be perfect to be worthy. Heather Avery shares her journey from self-doubt and external validation to self-acceptance, highlighting how yoga, self-love, and a shift in perspective transformed her life. True beauty and happiness come from within, and by letting go of unrealistic ideals, we can embrace the fact that we are already enough. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://tinybuddha.com/blog/we-are-enough-and-we-dont-need-to-be-perfect/ Quotes to ponder: “You alone are enough. You have nothing to prove to anybody.” “I am not my weight, or my jean size, or even my yoga practice. I am enough. I am me.” “We have been brainwashed to strive for perfection. All this striving makes us miserable.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3540: Give Perfectionism Its Walking Papers: Five Reasons You Should Be Willing to Make Mistakes by Laura Stack 10:24

il y a environ 11 jours10:24

10:24

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 3540: True productivity doesn’t come from perfectionism, it comes from being willing to make mistakes. Laura Stack explores five powerful reasons why mistakes can lead to unexpected discoveries, unlock creativity, and fuel personal and professional growth. By embracing imperfection, you’ll unlock more potential than any perfectionist ever could. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://theproductivitypro.com/blog/2017/12/give-perfectionism-its-walking-papers-five-reasons-you-should-be-willing-to-make-mistakes/ Quotes to ponder: "A life spent making mistakes is not only more honorable but more useful than a life spent doing nothing." "Mistakes close off dead ends. Just because you’ve made a mistake doesn’t mean you’ve failed." "Take chances, make mistakes, get messy!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3539: Minimalism: The Lean Life by Leo Babauta of Mnmlist on How to Be More Intentional 9:55

il y a environ 12 jours9:55

9:55

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 3539 : Leo Babauta explores the power of living "lean" by stripping away the unnecessary, possessions, commitments, and distractions, to focus on what truly matters. By simplifying and being intentional with resources like time, money, and energy, you gain clarity, freedom, and purpose. Cutting excess isn’t about deprivation; it’s about making space for what brings the most value and joy. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://mnmlist.com/lean Quotes to ponder: "Cutting back to only what’s essential means you have less weight, less baggage, less burden." "Lean means having just enough, and no more." "When you go lean, you free yourself. You gain space, time, clarity, energy, and focus." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3538: The Missing Element to Achieving Your Goals and Expanding Your Potential by Michael Mehlberg 10:59

il y a environ 13 jours10:59

10:59

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 3538: Achieving big goals isn’t just about planning and persistence, it requires a crucial but often overlooked element: reflection. Michael Mehlberg highlights how taking time to evaluate progress, adjust strategies, and learn from past actions can dramatically increase success. By incorporating reflection into your routine, you gain clarity, motivation, and a better roadmap to reaching your objectives. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://michaelmehlberg.com/blog/2018/5/15/the-missing-element-to-achieving-your-goals Quotes to ponder: "Goals without reflection are like maps without a compass, directionless and ineffective." "Without assessing your progress, you may be running in the wrong direction, mistaking motion for achievement." "Reflection is the missing element that turns blind ambition into strategic success." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3537: Shifting Gears Vs. Taking A Break by Rachel Trotta on Long Term Fitness Success 13:59

il y a environ 13 jours13:59