Today, John reflects on his experiences as a parent and the generational differences in parenting styles. He emphasizes the importance of perspective in understanding one's life journey, the need to pull back to see the bigger picture, and how self-reflection can lead to emotional well-being.
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Today
Hard Things to Bring Up in Therapy | Love is Better. Not Harder.
In this Q&A, John Kim answers your raw, unfiltered questions about love, attachment, and what it actually takes to build a healthy relationship. From anxious-avoidant dynamics to retroactive jealousy and emotional unavailability — this one gets real. Whether you’re questioning if ... Show More
16m 37s
Yesterday
I Knew on My Wedding Day He Wasn’t the One
What happens when your dream wedding hides a truth your body already knows? In this powerful conversation, writer and author Amber Rae opens up to John Kim about walking down the aisle knowing she was marrying the wrong man - and the courage it took to leave, fall in love again, ... Show More
52m 41s
Oct 6
How I Traded Hollywood Dreams for a Real Life
What happens when the blueprint you’ve been chasing - cars, houses, status - no longer fits who you’ve become? In this powerful episode, John Kim shares how he traded Hollywood dreams for a meaningful life in Costa Rica, and how redefining his blueprint transformed everything. In ... Show More
20m 5s
Sep 2023
The Power of Trade-offs: What Essentialism Taught Me
Send us a textIn this episode, we delve into the philosophy of Essentialism, inspired by Greg McKeown's book "Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less." We explore how the constraints of parenthood led to a transformation in productivity, focus, and overall well-being. ... Show More
10m 40s
Oct 2024
Male Sexuality, Leaving Your Marriage, and Gen Z
Today, John and Shaun talk about fear, negative feedback from listeners, asking for what you need, and male body and bedroom insecurities. They also answer and give advice on two listeners' questions: how do you get the courage to leave a marriage, and how do you deal with jealou ... Show More
1h 8m
Jul 2024
258: The Science of Happiness: The Path to True Joy with Stephanie Harrison
What if true happiness isn't about chasing achievements, but about embracing your authentic self and making a positive impact on others? In this episode, we explore the dynamic between "Old Happy" and "New Happy," inviting you to redefine success on your own terms. Discover how e ... Show More
48 m
Dec 2024
SPECIAL: How Two Hard-Charging Busy Entrepreneurs Turn Off Their Brains, Meditate, De-Stress, Relax & Raise Kids: Anxiety Hacks & More With Katie Krimitsos
Today I have something a little different for you that I think you’ll love. It’s an interview I did with the incredible Ben Greenfield and I’m sharing it with you here because our conversation was so pure and full of insights on how to navigate the holidays - and your whole life ... Show More
59m 52s
Apr 2025
3571: The Tweet That Changed My Life by Joshua Fields Millburn of The Minimalists
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 3571:Joshua Fields Millburn shares a deeply personal journey of loss, self-discovery, and radical transformation, sparked by ... Show More
11m 28s
Jun 2023
Use 'Why, What, How' Technique to Unlock The True Meaning of Discipline
Send us a text"The 'Why, What, How' technique encourages us to understand why someone is behaving a certain way, determine what we want to teach them, and find the best way to deliver the lesson."
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In today's episode, we delve into the concept of discipline and t ... Show More
9m 47s
Nov 2024
Sex Work, Life Purpose, and Lack of Sleep
Today, Shaun and John talk about riding motorcycles, happy endings, al-anon meetings, and supporting sex workers. They also share positive feedback from their listeners, and answer a listener’s question: how do I begin self-reflecting on my tendencies to cheat?
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59m 49s