When Dora stumbles upon a glittery notebook and a childhood pen, it sparks something surprising: joy. In today’s episode, she reminds us that we’re never too old to love what we love. We explore how growing up doesn’t mean growing out of wonder, and how play can reconnect us to parts of ourselves we didn’t realize we’d buried.
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How to Feel More Creative, Focused, and Free
Sam explains what a flow state really is — and how tapping into it can boost creativity, focus, and a sense of ease in your everyday life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
5m 54s
Yesterday
Stuck in a Dopamine Loop? How to Break Free from Overstimulation
That quick scroll that turns into hours? It’s not just a bad habit — it’s a dopamine trap. In this episode, Rosie shares insights from Dr. Anna Lembke on how overstimulation rewires the brain, why it leaves us anxious and depleted, and how small mindful resets can help you feel a ... Show More
7m 35s
Oct 9
When You Feel Stuck in Life, Listen to This
When life feels stalled, it doesn’t mean you’re broken — it means you’re in the cocoon. In this episode, Rosie explores why growth often feels like stillness, the science of real change, and how to trust that transformation is happening even when you can’t see it yet. Learn more ... Show More
6m 55s
Aug 27
You're Never Too Old to Be Young Again: Chasing 100 Miles at Age 65 with Diane Grim (Episode 239)
At 65, Diane Grim was the oldest woman competing at the Western States 100–widely considered one of the toughest organized trail runs in the United States–this year. It was her first ever 100 miler and she didn’t even start running till she was in her 50s, but as she says, every ... Show More
1h 12m
Mar 2025
Stop Looking at Old Pictures of Yourself! Embracing Growth Instead of Grieving the Past
How often do you look at old photos and think, I looked so much better then? It’s so easy to romanticize the past, to hold onto this idea that our younger self was somehow better—but was she actually happier? Did she feel whole, confident, and at peace? Or was she just as self-co ... Show More
26m 10s
Jan 2025
3454: Overcoming Rejection to Fulfill Our Dreams by Allison Carmen on Embracing Uncertainty
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 3454:Allison Carmen’s journey of trying to publish her parenting book, "Maybe Everything is Okay," is a testament to resilie ... Show More
11m 46s
Dec 2024
The Psychology of Nostalgia
In the first of two special holiday episodes, Claudia Hammond and an expert panel of psychologists look back, nostalgically. At this festive time of year, you might be thinking wistfully about Christmas past – perhaps you’ll be rewatching old films, arguing over a game of Monopol ... Show More
29m 45s
Apr 2025
At 94, Iconic Writer, Judith Viorst, Has Thoughts to Share That We Need to Hear
With refreshing candor, renowned author Judith Viorst shares profound insights from her latest book, Making the Best of What's Left: When We're Too Old to Get the Chairs Reupholstered, inviting us into the vulnerabilities and unexpected joys of aging. Discover practical strategie ... Show More
52m 42s
Oct 2024
Ep 448: Recommend me a thriller, but make it literary
This fall, we were excited to hear from you about the books that haunt you. and today's guest sent in a submission that caught everyone on our team's eye. We loved her interpretation of this theme. Today, Megan Reilly is joining Anne to talk about the books that linger in your br ... Show More
59m 13s
Apr 2025
Keeping your brain healthy as you age, with Vonetta Dotson, PhD
What are the most important things you can do to reduce the risk of dementia and keep your brain healthy as you grow older? Neuropsychologist Vonetta Dotson, PhD, talks about what a healthy brain looks like; why you’re never too young – or old – to think about brain health; why p ... Show More
40m 41s
Sep 2024
3314: How Can We Have Faith When Things Don't Look Good In The Moment by Allison Carmen on Overcoming Anxiety
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 3314:Allison Carmen explores how to cultivate faith during challenging times by introducing the concept of "Maybe." When fea ... Show More
8m 48s