The entire point of celebration is to have an opportunity to pause and honor your accomplishments. It’s to congratulate yourself on completing something. You pulled it off! And it doesn’t have to be a big thing either. Life is hard and we need to take small wins when we can. Today’s episode is the chance to appreciate yourself in a bigger way. Tune in to beg ... Show More
Nov 21
A Self-Care Practice to Have a Great Night of Sleep
When you are well rested, everything feels a bit easier. In today’s practice, we are going to do some work around actually improving our sleep quality. You will find one thing to remove from your sleep routine, and one thing to add to your sleep routine. If it makes a difference, ... Show More
5m 48s
Nov 20
How to Build a Foundation for Good Sleep
Take a look at the space that you are sleeping in right now. What is it like? In today’s episode, Rachel will guide you through different aspects of your bedroom to create a good foundation for solid sleep. You will consider if your bedroom is cluttered or peaceful, dark enough, ... Show More
9m 1s
Nov 19
A Moment to Rest and Reset
In today’s episode, you are going to take a couple moments to settle down. This is a perfect practice to come to at any time of day, but especially when you are feeling overwhelmed or ready to wind down for the evening. Rachel will guide you through it all, so let’s rest together ... Show More
8m 51s
Jul 2025
Make It Stick: A Simple Way to Savor Your Wins
<p>What if the real key to growth isn’t pushing harder, but celebrating more?<br/><br/>In this episode, I’m sharing why <em>savoring your wins</em> matters – how it rewires your brain, reinforces your identity, and helps you live in alignment with your values.<br/><br/>If you’ve ... Show More
6m 54s
Sep 23
3748: 10 Reasons to Celebrate Your Wins by Sandra Bilbray of Live Happy on How to Build Positive 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 3748: Sandra Bilbray explains how celebrating your wins helps you stay motivated, grow confidence, and reinforce positive h ... Show More
11m 9s
Feb 2025
Savoring Life’s Small Joys
It’s important to recognize the little things in life that bring us joy, as it gives us the vital energy we need to do good in the world. We can find pleasure when we see a beautiful flower, drink a cup of tea, or practice a short mindfulness meditation.
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5m 16s
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
Nov 12
How to Recognize the Subtle Ways You’ve Grown
Growth doesn’t always come with big breakthroughs — it’s often quiet, steady, and easy to miss. In this episode, Dora reflects on how mindfulness helps us notice the small shifts — from softer reactions to kinder self-talk — that mean we’re healing, and how to celebrate those su ... Show More
8m 13s
Sep 15
The Cost of Doing Too Much: Why Rest Is Essential for Your Well-being
When we push too hard, something always gives. In this episode, Rosie reflects on her own struggle with overwork, the forced pause that illness brought, and the powerful reminder that rest doesn’t need to be earned. Learn why slowing down can restore your health, focus, and joy. ... Show More
7m 15s