We often think healing means escaping what hurts. But today, Dora offers a different approach: what if the very thing you’re avoiding is the path to clarity? Through a story about a pandemic meditation retreat, she explores how meeting discomfort with presence unlocks new resilience. Sometimes, the way out is through.
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How Simple Sounds Help Us Feel Safe, with Jojo ASMR
Rosie sits down with Jojo, one of the most beloved ASMR creators online, to explore how a childhood tingling sensation turned into a decade-long career helping millions relax and fall asleep. Jojo shares the origins of his soothing style, the fear he overcame when posting his fir ... Show More
26m 21s
Nov 22
Find the Space Where Your Creativity Thrives
Kessonga invites us to explore how changing our workspace — even slightly — can open up new inspiration. Whether it’s a library, a sunny bench, or your kitchen table, discovering the places that bring out your creativity can deepen your practice and make it more enjoyable.
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6m 17s
Nov 21
Bring More Joy Into Your Everyday Life
For Jeffrey Marsh, joy isn’t just a feeling — it’s freedom. In this episode, they share how embracing joy as a visibly queer person became an act of defiance and self-celebration. Through breath, play, and compassion, Jeffrey reminds us that joy is not frivolous — it’s what makes ... Show More
7m 1s
Jul 2024
Meditation for Moments of Discomfort (Female Voice) 😬
It’s Jody, and I’m so excited to have you here with me today.
If you’ve felt a bit off-kilter lately, like you’re on the edge of something new and it’s just a tad or intensely uncomfortable, you’re exactly where you need to be.
Today’s meditation is all about embracing the fac ... Show More
16m 31s
Jan 2025
3454: Overcoming Rejection to Fulfill Our Dreams by Allison Carmen on Embracing Uncertainty
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Episode 3454:
Allison Carmen’s journey of trying to publish her parenting book, "Maybe Everything is Okay," is a testament to resil ... Show More
11m 16s
Sep 2024
3314: How Can We Have Faith When Things Don't Look Good In The Moment by Allison Carmen on Overcoming Anxiety
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Episode 3314:
Allison Carmen explores how to cultivate faith during challenging times by introducing the concept of "Maybe." When f ... Show More
8m 18s
Feb 2025
3484: When You’re Feeling Self-Doubt and A Lack of Motivation by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Self-Compassion
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Episode 3484:
Leo Babauta shares a mindful approach to navigating these tough moments with self-compassion, small intentional actio ... Show More
9m 21s
Mar 2025
Choosing to Trust Meditation (Female Voice)
Hey friend, it’s Jody Agard here.
Trusting can be hard, especially when life feels uncertain. But today’s meditation is a choice—an invitation to release doubt and choose surrender and trust, knowing that everything is unfolding as it should.
So, find a comfortable spot, take a ... Show More
10m 40s
Oct 15
Courage is taking a worthwhile risk, with Cynthia Pury, PhD
When we think of courage, we often picture dramatic, high-stakes moments, but courage comes into play not only in extraordinary situations but also in everyday life. Cynthia Pury, PhD, talks about physical, moral and psychological courage; whether courage necessarily involves ove ... Show More
37m 40s
Apr 2025
3567: [Part 1] The Power of Words - 3 Phrases That Will Destroy Your Happiness by Sabrina of Budding Optimist
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Episode 3567:
Sabrina explores how seemingly harmless phrases like “why me” and “if only” subtly erode our happiness by reinforcing ... Show More
8m 52s
Nov 11
3804: Having Faith in Maybe by Allison Carmen on Finding Peace in the Unknown
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 3804: Allison Carmen explores how embracing the idea of "maybe" can help us shift from fear-based beliefs to a state of ope ... Show More
8 m
Feb 2025
A Meditation for Divine Surrender (Female Voice)
Hey friend, it’s Jody Agard.
Today’s meditation is all about letting go and allowing life to unfold. We’re creating space to release control and embrace divine surrender, trusting that everything is as it should be.
So, get cozy, take a deep breath, and let’s begin this journey o ... Show More
9m 33s
Dec 2024
the world's a scary place | ep.6
In a world that can often feel scary, we're faced with a choice: do we shrink our lives from fear, or do we allow ourselves to live a full and happy life? This episode explores how we can live courageously, acknowledging life's challenges whilst refusing to let fear define our ex ... Show More
51m 38s