What is a Quarter Life Crisis?

In this episode, Dr. K is joined by Qigong Master Lee Holden to explore how ancient energy practices can be used to treat modern mental health struggles like burnout, anxiety, and distraction,. They bridge the gap between Eastern concepts of "Chi" and Western medical science, deb ...  Show more

In this episode, Dr. K explores the "insidious" reality of the self-help industry: why we are watching more "productive" content than ever, yet seeing fewer real-world results. He breaks down the psychology of how our brains trick us into thinking we’re improving when we’re actua ...  Show more

Dr. Rick and Forrest explore how to use a life crisis productively, drawing on developmental stage theories, existential philosophy, literature, personal experience, and Rick’s clinical work. They examine the anxieties of death, freedom, responsibility, and choice that often unde ...  Show more

Can your body become addicted to the fight or flight chemicals it experiences when you’ve experienced trauma? In this powerful episode, Dr. Motley tackles this complex question. Learn how to listen to your body, nourish it and balance your emotions at the same time.  Step 1: Nou ...  Show more

Burnout is a type of chronic, unmanaged stress that has significant consequences for our physical and mental health. It’s characterised by feeling exhausted all the time, with no energy for everyday tasks, and little enjoyment in everyday activities. A survey by YouGov for the ch ...  Show more

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 2693: Stressing over finances isn't just a mental burden; it's a serious threat to your physical health, relationships, and ...  Show more