Episode 580 - Pain is inevitable in this life, we will all go through it some day. Suffering, on the other hand, is an option. You create your own suffering. The problem with that is that most people are constantly putting themselves through suffering by reliving terrible moments of their past or wishing the would have done something differently. In this epi ... Show More
Jul 31
Why Your Life Feels Like It’s Passing You By
Have you ever wondered why life seems to move faster the older you get? In this episode, I’ll show you the surprising neuroscience behind why time feels like it slips away, why we’re conditioned to constantly chase the next goal, and how slowing down can help you experience life ... Show More
16m 57s
Jul 30
Stop Self-Sabotaging Yourself Today
What if the biggest thing holding you back isn’t your circumstances, but the story your brain keeps telling you? In this episode, I’m breaking down the psychology of confirmation bias, showing you how it fuels self-sabotage, shapes your identity, and keeps you trapped in the same ... Show More
18m 7s
Jul 29
How To Get What You Want In Life
Have you been chasing success the wrong way? In this episode, I'm sharing the four mindset shifts that have helped thousands of people stop letting their past define them, get crystal clear on what they want, become the person who can create it, and finally take the actions that ... Show More
16m 48s
Feb 2024
#470 Pain Is Inevitable, But Suffering Is Optional
<p>Pain is <strong>inevitable</strong> because it's a natural part of being human. We experience challenges, losses, and setbacks, leading to unavoidable emotional and sometimes physical pain.</p> <p><strong>Suffering</strong>, however, is not just the pain itself. It's the <stro ... Show More
14m 42s
Jul 2021
Pain Is Inevitable—Here's How to Make Suffering Optional
Pain and suffering aren't the same. You can ease suffering by gently peeling back layers of worry, regret, complaint, and unhelpful story-telling to get to the pain inside.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular upd ... Show More
15m 12s
Apr 2025
RE-RELEASE: How To Stop Suffering
Today, John explores the concept of suffering and emphasizes that it’s often tied to resistance, attachment, and a lack of self-awareness. He also discusses how to shift from suffering to a more fulfilling life, highlighting the importance of self-discovery, pursuing dreams, and ... Show More
20m 52s
Dec 2024
2425: Pain Is Inevitable; Suffering Is Optional by Richard Paterson of Think Less and Grow Rich on How To Transform Adversity Into Growth
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 2425: This thought-provoking piece explores the distinction between pain and suffering, emphasizing that while pain is a na ... Show More
10m 29s