In this episode, I dive into the insane power of your mind and how just believing can literally change your life. We're talking placebo pills that heal, fake surgeries that work, and how simply thinking you're doing something healthy can lead to weight loss and lower blood pressure – without changing your routine! These real studies will blow your mind and h ... Show More
Nov 21
Success is hard until you build systems like this
Are you making success harder than it needs to be? In this episode, I break down the systems that make discipline automatic—so you no longer rely on memory, motivation, or mood. You’ll learn how automation, environment design, habit stacking, friction, default decisions, and acco ... Show More
17m 16s
Nov 20
How to Be So Productive it Feels Illegal
Why does productivity feel so hard even when you want it badly? In this episode, I break down why your brain fights you, how to flip your internal “motivation switch,” and the real reason discipline feels impossible. Feeling stuck? It's time to take back control. If you're ready ... Show More
15m 31s
Nov 19
How to Quiet Your Anxious Mind
Have you ever felt like your brain is working against you? In this episode, I explain why anxiety shows up, how it’s an outdated survival system, and how to turn the volume down using simple, science-backed tools. You’ll learn how to be calm, take back control, and feel grounded ... Show More
16m 43s
Apr 2025
3573: 7 Journal Prompts to Inspire Simplicity by Jennifer of Simply Fiercely on Reducing Mental Clutter
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 3573:
Jennifer of SimplyFiercely.com shares seven powerful journal prompts designed to help you simplify your life by recon ... Show More
9m 54s
Aug 27
This Mindset Shift Radically Changed My Life (for the better)
There’s one mindset shift that completely transformed my life — from being stuck in a soul-sucking career in law to building a life of meaning, freedom, and success in content creation. In this motivational episode, I’ll share that mindset with you. It’s simple, but it changes ev ... Show More
10m 30s
Oct 20
Ep 315 The 3 Things Healthcare Pros Must Unlearn About Weight
Have you ever wondered why, even with all your knowledge and care for others, your own relationship with weight still feels heavy? Why it seems so easy to guide patients toward health, yet so hard to feel that same peace within yourself? Could it be that what you've learned about ... Show More
54m 51s
Apr 2024
How to Strengthen Your Decision-Making Muscle & Rewire Your Brain to Feel More Confident & Grateful | Liz Moody
<p dir="ltr">Ep 112. Are you over all of the gimmicky, expensive tools in the health space right now? Do you want to go deeper to address foundational topics related to the things that actually impact your quality of life – like healthier communication, better confidence, and rew ... Show More
1h 2m
Jun 2024
Ep 247 I sold out on you!
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Are you still stuck in a cycle of diets, never finding the one right answer to your health and wellness journey? Does the constant battle with food, body image, and self-worth leave you feeling defeated and unmotivated? Let's dive deep into expl ... Show More
36m 27s
Oct 22
3781: Here is a Very Simple Method For Success by Benjamin Hardy on Small Steps That Create Big Wins
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 3781: Benjamin Hardy reveals how specific, measurable goals, defined through daily journaling and real-world experiences, c ... Show More
10m 39s
Oct 2
Use Your Mind to Heal Your Body With the #1 Harvard Psychologist
<p>What if everything you’ve been told about health, stress, and aging is wrong? </p><p>Today, the legendary Dr. Ellen Langer – pioneering Harvard psychologist and global mindfulness legend, renowned for her 50+ years of groundbreaking research – joins Mel for the conversation of ... Show More
1h 18m