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You can't control what happens to you every moment. But you can absolutely control how you respond to the challenges of each and every day. Marc and Angel lead us through relevant and helpful topics about self improvement, time management, relationships, family, motivation, and discipline. Their thoughtful, insightful and conversational style is not only enjoyable and memorable, but eminently practical. Think better and begin to live better today.
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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 yo ...
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3655: 7 Little Ways to Make Life Simpler by Marc Chernoff of Marc And Angel on Reducing Daily Stress
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3675: A Step-By-Step Guide on Letting Go of Expectations by Rebecca Crespo of Minimalism Made Simple
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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 3675: Rebecca Crespo explores how clinging to expectations can quietly undermine happiness, strain relationships, and fuel internal stress. Her guidance reveals how letting go fosters emotional…
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3674: Underachieving Never Felt So Good. Here's Why by Cylon George of Spiritual Living For Busy People
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3673: How Being the "Black Sheep" of Your Family Affects Your Mental Health by Sara Stanizai
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3672: 6 Life Areas You’re Avoiding: And 4 Ways to Face Them Head On by Ingrid Y Helander
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3671: Sheer Willpower Won't Work. If You Want to Change Your Habits, Try This Instead. by Paula Pant of Afford Anything
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3670: Living Your Life Purpose by Steve Pavlina on Conscious Decisions and Continuous Reflection
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3669: 6 Solutions When Life Feels Hopeless by Kristena Eden and Kim Giles of Core Living Essentials
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3668: How to Be More Mindful on Social Media by Shirley of Daring Living on Self Improvement
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3667: Taking It In (and Not Tweeting About It) by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle on How to Be More Mindful
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3666: The Secret to Happiness by Courtney Carver of Be More With Less on Mindfulness and Gratitude
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3665: Travel, Tourism, and Living Abroad by Jacob Lund Fisker of Early Retirement Extreme on Personal Growth
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3664: How to Analyze Your Dreams by Dr. Elana Miller of Zen Psychiatry on Self-Awareness and Personal Growth
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3663: Trojan Horses and Flying Dice by Dr. Kelly Flanagan on Healthy Boundaries and Relationships
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3662: 6 Reasons to Love Yourself - And Why Loving Yourself Will Change Your Life by Erica Layne on Quieting Self-Criticism
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3661: Permission To Rest AND Extraordinary Love by Angelina Lee of Exploring Plan Be on Self-Care Advice
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3660: Tell People What You Want by J. Money of Budgets Are Sexy on Generosity and Collaboration
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3659: Helpful Tips When You're Stuck on Getting Started by Zoe Kim with No Sidebar on Lifestyle Design
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3658: Can We Choose How We Feel? by Allison Carmen on How to Cultivate Peace and Joy
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3657: Small Steps, Big Strides by Kathy Robinson on Setting and Achieving Goals with Daily Progress
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3656: The Opposite of Loneliness by Ryan Frederick of Here.life on Intentional Lifestyle Design
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3654: To Find Your Deeper Purpose, Listen by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Improving Attention and Inner Calm
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3653: Spirits in a Material World by Kerry Ogden on Timeless Wisdom of Authenticity and Deeper Connection
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3652: A Life-Changing Challenge: Add One Compliment by Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist
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3651: Who Are You Without All Your Stuff? by Kerri Richardson on Simplicity and Personal Growth
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