Ever feel like your comfort zone is secretly holding you back? In today’s episode, I’m diving into why that little voice in your head keeps you "safe"—but also stuck—and how to break free from the fear that's been blocking you from the life you want. We’re talking about those common fears (fear of failure, fear of judgment, even fear of success) and how to f ... 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 In this episode, I explain why anxiety shows up, how it’s an outdated survival system, and how to turn the volume down using simple, science-backed tools.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
Aug 22
3711: 5 Ways to Conquer Your Fears by Karl Staib of Dig to Fly on Self-Reflection and Personal Growth
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 3711: Facing fear doesn’t mean eliminating it, it means learning to work with it. Karl Staib shares practical strategies fo ... Show More
9m 25s
Sep 24
The Fear of Not Being Enough: How to Overcome Self-Doubt and Build Lasting Confidence
So many of us struggle with the fear of not being enough—not smart enough, successful enough, attractive enough, or worthy enough. In this episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset Podcast, we dive deep into how this fear shows up, why it holds us back, and most important ... Show More
4m 23s
Aug 18
Mingyur Rinpoche: A Meditation Master on Anxiety, Awareness, and Awakening
Dr. Rick and Forrest are joined by Mingyur Rinpoche, a renowned Tibetan Buddhist teacher, to explore calming anxiety with awareness, relaxing unhealthy wanting, and finding a deeper sense of our innate goodness. Rinpoche shares how a near-death experience during his four-year “wa ... Show More
1h 8m
Jul 2025
#660: Navigating Uncertainty with Confidence
Uncertainty is inevitable—but anxiety, doubt, and spiraling don’t have to be. In this episode, we’re diving into how to stay steady, confident, and grounded even when life feels shaky.
Whether you’re navigating a big transition, facing unknowns in your career, relationships, ... Show More
27m 24s
Apr 2025
Overcoming your fear of being perceived (rerun)
Our fear of being perceived is more than just social anxiety, its a real phobia around being scrutinised, observed and primarily judged by others. It's also greatly limiting your potential and ability to be your true self. But there is a way through, there is a way to escape the ... Show More
44m 54s