In this episode, licensed therapist John Kim unpacks jealousy through raw personal stories and powerful insights. He dives into the emotional roots of jealousy, including insecurity, fear of abandonment, and core wounds — and offers real, practical tools to navigate it with compassion and clarity.
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How jealousy actually protects us (until ... Show More
Aug 6
Two Therapists in Bed Talk Breakups, Healing, and OnlyFans
In this episode, licensed therapists John Kim and Vanessa Bennett dive deep into healing, heartbreak, attachment styles, and codependency - all from the comfort of their bed. With real-life stories, practical insights, and the lens of depth psychology, they unpack what it really ... Show More
25m 6s
Jul 30
My F*cking Feelings: An "Unproductive" Day
Today, John shares a personal take on creativity, productivity, and the pressures they carry. He explores how AI is reshaping the creative process, the quiet power of everyday moments, and why it's worth challenging traditional ideas of success. Order John's new book, Break Up. O ... Show More
20m 42s
Jul 28
You're Not Too Much — They Just Weren't Equipped
Today, John unpacks how childhood experiences shape our ability to express emotions and why traits often seen as flaws can actually be powerful strengths. He also highlights the importance of reframing our emotional narratives, building a strong support system, and embracing the ... Show More
24m 4s
Sep 2024
3308: Dangerous Ideas: What If Everything We Thought Was True About Productivity Was Wrong By Cal Newport on New 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 3308:Cal Newport explores the surprising difficulty of simple tasks and challenges our assumptions about productivity. He qu ... Show More
9m 34s
Jan 2025
Recharging for a Balanced Life
Productivity thrives on proper rest. Sam explores the 7 types of rest—physical, mental, sensory, creative, emotional, social, and spiritual—and shares tips to stay refreshed and energized for a busy lifestyle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
7m 4s
Sep 2024
2694: How a “Do Nothing” Day Changed My Life by Hilary Barnett of No Sidebar on Intentional Rest & White Space
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 2694:Taking a "do nothing" day can feel counterintuitive, especially in a world obsessed with productivity. Hilary Barnett s ... Show More
10m 40s
Sep 2024
2706: Why Having to Start Over AGAIN Is Great by Steve Kamb of Nerd Fitness on Resiliency & Fitness Motivation
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 2706:Steve Kamb of NerdFitness.com explores why starting over after setbacks can be a powerful tool in personal development. ... Show More
12m 17s
Feb 2025
2883: The Action Habit: Put Everything Into the First Step by Leo Babauta of Zen 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 2883:Leo Babauta shares a simple yet powerful method: pick one important action, make it tiny and easy, create positive feed ... Show More
12m 10s
May 2022
Signs That You Have A Strong Mindset
A strong mindset is a common trait amongst the world’s best performers in any category, which isn’t an easy feat – we’re breaking the mold and taking a bold and new direction. This takes a mindset of inner strength, fortitude, and self-control. Having a strong mindset sets us apa ... Show More
22m 29s