We avoid thinking about death until it forces its way into the room. But what happens when a husband and father is suddenly told he has ninety days to live?
In this episode, John Heinen and Devin Schadt examine the striking story of former Nebraska senator Ben Sasse, who recently revealed a stage-four pancreatic cancer diagnosis. Drawing from his candid in ... Show More
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Why Giving Money Is a Spiritual Battle | Fr. Ken Geraci & John Heinen
We can look disciplined on the surface while still clinging to comfort, control, security, and the illusion that what we have is our own. This conversation gets underneath the act of giving and presses on the deeper question: what am I holding onto? Fr. Ken Geraci and John Heinen ... Show More
16m 52s
Feb 26
How We Treat Women Reveals This About Us (It Never Lies)
How a man treats women is never a side issue. It is one of the clearest revelations of his interior life, where it is at and even where it is going. In this episode, John Heinen and Devin Schadt explore why masculinity is tested not in dominance, intellect, or achievement, but in ... Show More
1h 14m
Nov 2024
3 Truths You Need to Hear: The Best Expert Advice to Unlock Your Potential
<p>Today, you will learn a mindset that will unlock the full power of your mind.</p><p>Your thoughts are connected to your future. It’s time to destroy the limitations of your mind so that you can unlock greater success, purpose, and possibilities.</p><p>If you feel stuck, unmoti ... Show More
1h 3m
Sep 2025
3742: Welcome to the Real World by Chris Guillebeau on Independence and Unconventional Choices
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 3742: Chris Guillebeau challenges the dismissive phrase “welcome to the real world,” showing how it’s often used to stifle ... Show More
9m 21s
Jul 2024
If You’re “Too Self-Aware,” Listen to This
Have you ever felt like you knew yourself a little too well? While self-awareness is usually helpful, it can sometimes lead to overwhelm, anxiety, confusion, and self-consciousness. In this episode, Dr. Rick and Forrest explore what we can do if we feel like we’re “too self-aware ... Show More
1h 11m