Why We Say “I’m Fine” When We’re Not

Dora sits down with somatic therapist and trauma expert Linda Thai to explore how trauma can shape the nervous system, our relationships, and our sense of self. Together, they unpack how survival patterns form, why discomfort can feel unsafe, and how mindfulness can gently suppor ...  Show more

A frustrating relationship dynamic leads Rosie to a deeper realization: beneath the irritation and exhaustion was the pain of feeling unseen. Once she stopped trying to override the feeling with logic, something inside her softened. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho ...  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 3623: Allison Carmen reflects on the quiet power of acceptance, appreciation, and renewal in navigating the emotional weigh ...  Show more

This episode revisits the coaching concept of journey thinking and why it’s especially useful for people with ADHD. Rather than fixating on a distant outcome or an idealized destination, journey thinking asks you to stay on the current “stepping stone,” notice what’s a ...

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 3480: Derek Sivers shares insights on the power of relaxation, revealing how a calm mind leads to better decisions, creativ ...  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 3766: Marc Chernoff highlights subtle but powerful signs that the people around you may be draining your energy, underminin ...  Show more