Mar 15
Jantelagen: What a Swedish Flatmate Taught Me about Fitting In versus Standing Out
There's an unwritten rule in Swedish culture called the Law of Jante: Don't think you're special. Don't stand out. Blend in. It’s the opposite of American individualism – and both sides have a shadow. In this episode, I explore what a Swedish flatmate, living in Italy, and years ... Show More
11m 29s
Jan 2025
How to Handle Difficult People: Stoic Strategies, Empathy vs. Compassion, and Communication Techniques
Start here: If you want to build a consistent Stoic practice — not just listen to one — I made a free 7-day challenge. One short audio lesson per day, one practice to try. No fluff. stoicchallenge.co---In this episode, we explore practical strategies to manage challenging relatio ... Show More
1h 8m
Jan 2025
Understand Relationship Conflict: Build Empathy, Emotional Intelligence & Reduces Stress Through Curiosity
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Ever had a stupid argument that spiraled out of control? Same. Enter: The Cheeseburger Incident. This episode is all about why we get stuck in pointless fights, how o ... Show More
17m 35s
Jul 2025
Conflict in Relationships: Why We React the Way We Do (And How to Change It)
Conflict is part of every relationship, but how we handle it is what really matters.In the final episode of our mini-series with cognitive neuroscientist Alexis Fernandez-Preiksa, we’re diving into what’s actually happening in your brain during conflict, and how your patterns, re ... Show More
45m 17s
May 2025
3601: How to Practice Self-Compassion Through Anger by Kristine Klussman on Personal Growth and Development
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 3601: Kristine Klussman explores how anger often masks deeper emotional pain and disconnection from the self, and how pract ... Show More
9m 32s
Jul 2024
Handling Negative Emotions
In episode 78, the focus is on understanding and embracing negative emotions. I explain that negative emotions such as fear, anger, sadness, anxiety, guilt, and frustration are part of the human experience and serve essential purposes. These emotions act as survival mechanisms an ... Show More
23m 14s
Apr 2025
How To Let People Feel Their Feelings
The concept of "letting people feel their feelings" may be confusing to some, however in this episode, Colter, Cayla and Lauren emphasize the importance of allowing others to experience emotions like anger, disappointment, or frustration without trying to fix, dismiss, or control ... Show More
45m 55s
Why do we get angry? How can we challenge our immediate reactions? And what's the best way to articulate our feelings without passive aggression or a blow-up? In this episode, you'll learn four Stoic tips to turn potential conflicts into opportunities for personal growth and stronger relationships. Do you ever go blank or start rambling when someone puts ... Show More
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