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This is the Parable: musings on Design, Faith, and Life with Stephen Olmstead.
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This is Parable: One. Kicking off your morning with one chapter of the Bible each day. Reading from the public domain World English Version (WEB).
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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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Welcome to "Bluestone Stars", the definitive podcast journeying behind the scenes of today's most impactful businesses. Dive deep into the stories of growth, scaling, and the moments that defined them. From humble beginnings to grand successes, we unravel the strategies, decisions, and innovations that propelled them forward. Every episode, we sit down with founders, CEOs, and industry leaders, shedding light on the magic and hustle behind their rise. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a busine ...
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3606: This is My Most Expensive Habit by Ryan Holiday on Anxiety
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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 3606: Ryan Holiday explores how anxiety, often invisible and normalized, drains our lives more than any luxury ever could. With wisdom from Stoic philosophers, he reframes anxiety as a habit we…
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3605: [Part 2] Does Minimalism Make You Happier? Simplicity and Happiness by Antonia of Balance Through Simplicity
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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 3605: Antonia Colins explores how minimalism can lead to deeper happiness, not through deprivation, but by creating space for clarity, gratitude, and intentional living. By simplifying, we beco…
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3604: [Part 1] Does Minimalism Make You Happier? Simplicity and Happiness by Antonia of Balance Through Simplicity
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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 3604: Antonia Colins explores how minimalism can shift our focus from material clutter to meaningful living, offering more time, less stress, and deeper contentment. Through personal reflection…
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3603: Valuable Things AND Can't Live Without by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle on Minimalism and A Simple Life
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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 3603: Colin Wright challenges our relationship with possessions, urging us to ask whether the things we own genuinely serve us or simply weigh us down. By fostering self-reliance and internal c…
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3602: One Daily Gratitude Ritual that Will Change the Way You Think by Marc Chernoff of Marc And Angel
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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 3602: Marc Chernoff shares a simple yet powerful gratitude ritual that can shift your mindset and improve emotional resilience. By focusing on one small but meaningful moment each day, you retr…
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3601: How to Practice Self-Compassion Through Anger by Kristine Klussman on Personal Growth and Development
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3600: The Three Mantras I Adopted That Inspired Me to Leave My Traditional Life Behind by Julie B. Rose
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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 3600: Julie B. Rose challenges the traditional notions of stability and success by sharing the three mantras that gave her the courage to leave behind a secure life for a nomadic one. Her insig…
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3599: Make FOMO a No Go by Kerri Richardson on How to Live Life on Your Own Terms
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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 3599: Kerri Richardson reveals how the fear of missing out (FOMO) robs us of joy by distracting us from the present and leading us to make choices that don’t align with our true desires. By tun…
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3598: If You Don't Like Your Life, You Can Change It by Jenn Granneman of Introvert Dear on Growth Mindset
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3597: 3 Ways People Become Stuck, Undeveloped, and Unsuccessful by Benjamin Hardy on Personal Development
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3596: Trust Yourself, Not the Experts AND What's Your Optimism Ratio? by Steve Pavlina
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3595: The Single Easiest Habit Change to Improve Your Life Forever by Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist
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3594: There Is No Expert on You by Lori Deschene of Tiny Buddha on Inner Wisdom and Self-Trust
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3593: Does Remodeling Pay Off - Probably Not by Sam of Financial Samurai on Real Estate Investing
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3592: The Life-Changing Power Of Having Fun: A Thought Experiment by Michael Blankenship of Get Your Gusto Back
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3591: How to Downsize Your Life from Negative People by Renee Benes of The Fun Sized Life
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3590: Your Life is Always Just Beginning by David Cain of Raptitude on Personal Growth and Development
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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 3590: David Cain reminds us that life is never truly stuck; every moment offers a chance to begin anew, no matter how entrenched we feel in our routines or past mistakes. His perspective empowe…
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3589: Create a Daily Routine with Calendar Time Blocking (+ 7 Pro Tips) by Kyle Kowalski of Sloww
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3588: Productivity and the Goose that Laid the Golden Eggs by Jacob Lund Fisker of Early Retirement Extreme
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3587: Identity Clutter (this type of clutter is preventing your personal growth) by Shawna Scafe of Simple on Purpose
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3586: How to Let Your Purpose Find You by Cylon George of Spiritual Living for Busy People
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3585: Play Time and Why You Need It by Nia Shanks on How to Improve Mental Health and Resilience
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3584: AFGO - The Best Personal Growth Mantra of All Time by Shana Olmstead on How to Cultivate Awareness
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3583: Finding Zen In Everyday Life by Melani Schweder of A Brighter Wild on How to Reduce Stress
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3582: The Art of Holding Paradox by Kathy Robinson of Athena Wellness on Being Open-Minded and Creative Problem Solving
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