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• 2952: My Intentional Eating Journey by Heather Aardema with No Sidebar

  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 2952: Heather Aardema shares how releasing diet culture and embracing intentional eating helped her cultivate a more peaceful, present, and trusting relationship with her body. Her story offers a compassionate path to nourishment grounded in curiosity, simplicity, and alignment with personal values. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nosidebar.com/my-intentional-eating-journey/ Quotes to ponder: "I began to ask, ‘How do I want to feel in my body?’ rather than, ‘What should I eat?’" "I believe my body is trustworthy, that food is not the enemy, and that perfection is not the goal." "Peace has come in the form of choosing to befriend my body, to tune in and listen to her voice, and to respond with compassion." Episode references: Intuitive Eating: https://www.intuitiveeating.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• 2951: Don’t Wait for Motivation by Stephen Guise of Mini Habits

  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 2951: Stephen Guise challenges the common belief that motivation is required for action, revealing how it often traps us in cycles of inaction. By focusing on small, manageable behaviors instead of waiting to “feel like it,” we can sidestep the unreliable nature of motivation and build real, lasting progress through consistent action. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://minihabits.com/stop-waiting-for-motivation/ Quotes to ponder: "Every person is already motivated at all times, it’s just not always motivation to do the right things." "You want to do X, but you wish you wanted to do Y. You desire the desire!" "Some think that action follows motivation. The truth? Motivation follows action." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• 2950: Teach Your Kids the Value of Self-Care by Creating Healthy Habits by Dr. Ashleigh Louis of the Gottman Institute

  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 2950: Dr. Ashleigh Louis shares simple yet powerful ways to help children develop long-term self-care habits through consistent routines, outdoor activities, and shared moments of joy. Practicing these habits together not only builds your child’s emotional resilience but also strengthens the parent-child bond in meaningful, lasting ways. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.gottman.com/blog/teach-kids-self-care-creating-healthy-habits/ Quotes to ponder: "Even if they are not currently stressed or upset, teaching kids to regularly take care of themselves will help ensure that they have the skills to manage future stressors in healthy and effective ways." "The important thing isn’t necessarily to get into great shape or to take on big athletic challenges, but to build a regular routine of physical self-care that maintains good health and balance." "Basically, it feels good to do good, and it provides long-term health benefits!" Episode references: The Science of Gratitude - Greater Good Science Center: https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/why_gratitude_is_good The Science of Kindness - Random Acts of Kindness Foundation: https://www.randomactsofkindness.org/the-science-of-kindness The Benefits of Laughter: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6125057/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• 2949: 4 Ways to Make Your Fitness Plan Easier When Life Gets Harder by Matt McLeod on Consistent 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 2949: Matt McLeod shares a practical and compassionate guide to keeping your fitness goals on track, even when life feels chaotic. By focusing on your core values, setting realistic expectations, and embracing support, you’ll learn how to stay consistent without the all-or-nothing mindset that often derails progress. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://mattmcleod.org/easier/ Quotes to ponder: "Getting in-shape WHILE dealing with the messiness of life is a skill. It can be learned." "You don’t need the perfect plan. You need consistent action." "Fat loss is not a value, it’s a goal. It’s also not very motivating." Episode references: 75 Hard Challenge by Andy Frisella: https://andyfrisella.com/pages/75hard-info Start With Why by Simon Sinek: https://www.amazon.com/Start-Why-Leaders-Inspire-Everyone/dp/1591846447 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• 2948: How to Choose High Quality Vitamins & Supplements

  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 2948: Dr. Neal Malik breaks down how to choose safe, effective supplements in a largely unregulated industry. He explains why looking for third-party certifications like USP, NSF, and GMP can protect your health, and your wallet, by ensuring you're getting exactly what the label promises. Quotes to ponder: "One study found that 15% of protein supplements sold contain banned substances like amphetamines and anabolic steroids." "The more certifications we find on a supplement’s packaging, the better." "If you can find a product that has a USP, NSF, and GMP certification, then that’s a pretty safe purchase." Episode references: United States Pharmacopeia (USP): https://www.usp.org National Sanitation Foundation (NSF): https://www.nsf.org/consumer-resources/what-is-nsf-certification Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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