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2580: Who is the Author of Your Desires? By Ira Israel

Ira Israel asks who the author of your desires is

Episode 2580: Who is the Author of Your Desires? By Ira Israel

Since 2011, Ira Israel has been working in private practice as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC #31) and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #50646), teaching sold-out transformational workshops, producing a series … Read the rest

1571: Precision Dating Advice for Men by Dr. Laura Dabney

Laura Dabney shares precision dating advice for men.

Episode 1571: Precision Dating Advice for Men by Dr. Laura Dabney

Laura Dabney specializes in helping clients from across the nation break destructive patterns impacting their relationships. With Laura's support, clients discover the path to happier, healthier futures with deeper personal connections. In addition to a life-coaching … Read the rest

797: Starting Over With Customer Service by Seth Godin

Seth Godin talks about starting over with customer service

Episode 797: Starting Over With Customer Service by Seth Godin

Seth is an entrepreneur, best-selling author, and speaker. In addition to launching one of the most popular blogs in the world, he has written 19 best-selling books, including The Dip, Linchpin, Purple Cow, Tribes, and What … Read the rest

2124: All Value is Perceived Value by April Dykman

April Dykman with Get Rich Slowly reminds you that all value is perceived value

Episode 2124: All Value is Perceived Value by April Dykman

J.D. Roth has been reading and writing about personal finance for a decade. Today he's financially independent, but ten years ago, his money life was a disaster, with over $35,000 in … Read the rest

1960: Chocolate and Athletes by Nancy Clark

Nancy Clark talks about chocolate and athletes

Episode 1960: Chocolate and Athletes by Nancy Clark

Technically speaking, Nancy is a registered dietitian (RD) and board certified specialist in sports dietetics (CSSD). Practically speaking, she is a food coach and nutrition educator. She offers one-on-one personalized sports nutrition counseling to casual exercisers and competitive athletes at … Read the rest

2468: Perfectly Imperfect by Shana Olmstead

Shana Olmstead talks about being perfectly imperfect

Episode 2468: Perfectly Imperfect by Shana Olmstead

Shana Olmstead's passion and life's work is connecting with people and helping them to believe the best about themselves. Her own process of spiritual awakening 15 years ago, and the personal transformation she has had since then has helped her to … Read the rest

2467: Living Life Looking Forward by Cheryl Smith

Cheryl Smith with No Sidebar encourages you to live life looking forward

Episode 2467: Living Life Looking Forward by Cheryl Smith

No Sidebar was created by Brian Gardner and is all about designing a simpler life. He and the contributing authors want to help you figure out what's getting in your way, at home and … Read the rest

2464: Emotional Concussions by Steve Pavlina

Steve Pavlina talks about emotional concussions

Episode 2464: Emotional Concussions by Steve Pavlina

Steve Pavlina is widely recognized as one of the most successful personal development bloggers on the Internet, with his work attracting more than 100 million visits to his website, StevePavlina.com. He has written more than 1300 articles and recorded many audio programs … Read the rest

2462: Get Comfortable With Being Uncomfortable by Nir Eyal

Nir Eyal talks about getting comfortable with discomfort

Episode 2462: Get Comfortable With Being Uncomfortable by Nir Eyal

Nir Eyal writes, consults, and teaches about the intersection of psychology, technology, and business. The M.I.T. Technology Review dubbed Nir, “The Prophet of Habit-Forming Technology.”
Nir founded two tech companies since 2003 and has taught at the … Read the rest

2460: Do You Control Your Life? by James Altucher

James Altucher asks if you control your life

Episode 2460: Do You Control Your Life? by James Altucher

James Altucher is an American hedge fund manager, entrepreneur, bestselling author, and podcaster. He has founded or cofounded more than 20 companies and says he failed at 17 of them. He has published 11 books, and is … Read the rest

2459: A Minimalist Productivity System For Improving Your Attention Span by Anthony Ongaro

Anthony Ongaro of Break the Twitch shares a minimalist productivity system for improving your attention span

Episode 2459: A Minimalist Productivity System For Improving Your Attention Span by Anthony Ongaro

After years of impulse spending on Amazon and elsewhere, Anthony Ongaro realized that his one-click purchase habits were more of a physical Twitch than an … Read the rest

2011: Time Crunch Workouts by Nia Shanks

Nia Shanks shares time crunch workouts.

Episode 2011: Time Crunch Workouts by Nia Shanks

Nia Shanks is a writer and coach, and leader of the Lift Like a Girl revolution. She helps women discover and reach their potential through an empowering approach to health, fitness, and life.
Nia also hosts The Nia Shanks Show–the podcast … Read the rest

2006: Four Ways to Fight Inflation by Sean Mullaney

Sean Mullaney of FI Tax Guy shares four ways to fight inflation

Episode 2006: Four Ways to Fight Inflation by Sean Mullaney

Sean Mullaney is a financial planner and the President of Mullaney Financial & Tax, Inc.  Mullaney Financial & Tax, Inc. offers fiduciary, fee-only, hourly, and advice-only financial planning.

Sean established Mullaney Financial & Tax, … Read the rest

676: An Entrepreneurial Leap of Faith by JD Roth

JD Roth of Get Rich Slowly talks about taking an entrepreneurial leap of faith

Episode 676: An Entrepreneurial Leap of Faith by JD Roth

J.D. Roth has been reading and writing about personal finance for a decade. Today he's financially independent, but ten years ago, his money life was a disaster, with over $35,000 in … Read the rest

674: What to Do When Employees Don't Meet Expectations AND 5 Reasons Why We Need to Develop Leaders by Amber Waugaman

Amber Waugaman of AW Coach shares two short posts covering what to do when employees don't meet expectations and 5 reasons why we need to develop leaders

Episode 674: What to Do When Employees Don't Meet Expectations AND 5 Reasons Why We Need to Develop Leaders by Amber Waugaman

Amber provides crucial leadership development for … Read the rest

669: This (Simple) Method Removes All Noise and Distractions by Benjamin Hardy

Benjamin Hardy shares a simple method that removes all noise and distractions

Episode 669: This (Simple) Method Removes All Noise and Distractions by Benjamin Hardy

Benjamin Hardy has been the top writer on Medium.com since late 2015. He focuses on self-improvement, motivation, and entrepreneurship. His writing is fueled by his personal experiences, self-directed education, and … Read the rest

1457: My History of Stalking by Colin Wright

Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle shares his history of stalking.
 
Episode 1457: My History of Stalking by Colin Wright
 
Colin Wright is a professional author and international speaker who co-founded a publishing company and travels full-time, moving to a new country every four months or so–that country determined by the votes of his
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1455: Q&A – Learning to Recover and Not Have Anxiety After Learning About Relationship Secrets and Past Events

To submit a question that you'd like help with on the show, email it to Greg at advice@oldpodcast.com

Greg Audino answers a listener's question about how to move forward in a relationship after hearing about past secrets

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1453: How to Encourage Kids to Clean and Declutter their Spaces by Rachel Jones

Rachel Jones of Nourishing Minimalism talks about how to encourage kids to clean and declutter

Episode 1453: How to Encourage Kids to Clean and Declutter their Spaces by Rachel Jones

Rachel started her journey to minimalism in 2008, struggling with depression and horribly embarrassed by the messy state of her home.

Her goal for pursuing minimalism was to … Read the rest

1448: The Reason Companions Feel Abandoned All the Time (and What to Do About It) by Dr. Kelly Flanagan

Dr. Kelly Flanagan talks about why companions feel abandoned and how to prevent it

Episode 1448: The Reason Companions Feel Abandoned All the Time (and What to Do About It) by Dr. Kelly Flanagan

Clinical psychologist Dr. Kelly Flanagan is the co-founder of Artisan Clinical Associates in Naperville, IL. He writes weekly about living out … Read the rest

180: How to Ask For Help – Getting Help as an Independent Person, Being Vulnerable, and Portray Yourself Openly

Greg Audino answers a listener's question about how to ask for and get help as an independent person.

Episode 180: How to Ask For Help – Getting Help as an Independent Person, Being Vulnerable, and Portray Yourself Openly

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179: Can I Love My Job Too Much – Work-Life Balance, Self-Worth and Following Your Heart to Not Overwork Yourself

Greg Audino answers a listener's question about whether or not she loves her job too much, and what it might be taking away from her life.

Episode 179: Can I Love My Job Too Much – Work-Life Balance, Self-Worth and Following Your Heart to Not Overwork Yourself

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178: Mastering Uncertainty – Get Better at Change, Not Running From Challenges, and How To Create Real Certainty

Greg Audino answers a listener's question about how to not let uncertainty have a negative impact on her life.

Episode 178: Mastering Uncertainty – Get Better at Change, Not Running From Challenges, and How To Create Real Certainty

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177: Should I Marry Him So He Can Become a U.S. Citizen – Long Distance Relationships and Not Being Taken Advantage Of

Greg Audino answers a listener's question about whether or not she should marry her boyfriend early in order to grant him citizenship.

Episode 177: Should I Marry Him So He Can Become a U.S. Citizen – Long Distance Relationships and Not Being Taken Advantage Of

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176: Living With a Debilitating Illness – Realities of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and How To Embrace Life With an Ailment

Greg Audino answers a listener's question about how to make the most of a life with a debilitating chronic illness, specifically Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.

Episode 176: Living With a Debilitating Illness – Realities of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and How To Embrace Life With an Ailment

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175: Forgiving Yourself by Taking Responsibility – Holding Yourself Accountable to Traumatic Situations and Moving On

Greg Audino answers a listener's question about how to forgive oneself for having experienced and caused traumatic situations.

Episode 175: Forgiving Yourself by Taking Responsibility – Holding Yourself Accountable to Traumatic Situations and Moving On

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174: When to Support Your Partner Financially – Risking Your Finances For a Loved One and Underlying Implications

Greg Audino answers a listener's question about when to support your partner financially and the implications of doing so.

Episode 174: When to Support Your Partner Financially – Risking Your Finances For a Loved One and Underlying Implications

Read the transcript: https://oldpodcast.com/struggling-financially/

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173: Melding Joy and Contribution – Give to Yourself and Others by Staying in Control of Personal Trends

Greg Audino answers a listener's question about how to give to both yourself and others.

Episode 173: Melding Joy and Contribution – Give to Yourself and Others by Staying in Control of Personal Trends

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172: Marrying (Or Not) On Your Own Terms – Breaking Free of Cultural Dating Expectations and Deciding For Yourself

Greg Audino answers a listener's question about marrying on one's own terms, regardless of cultural traditions.

Episode 172: Marrying (Or Not) On Your Own Terms – Breaking Free of Cultural Dating Expectations and Deciding For Yourself

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Minimalism Tips for Family Cheat Sheet

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Minimize Your Wardrobe: Inspiration File

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Checklist: How to Declutter Sentimental Items.

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5-Day Email Course - Get Started with Minimalism

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Checklist-How to Declutter Paper

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Checklist - How to Declutter Books

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Checklist - How to Help Kids Learn to Declutter Toys

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Checklist - Bare Minimum of Items for Moving

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Checklist - Why Personal Finance is Important

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Cheat Sheet - How to Overcome Money Fears

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Cheat Sheet - How To Stay Motivated When You Feel Stuck

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Cheat Sheet - What Should I Do After A Deep Tissue Massage?

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Cheat Sheet - Tips for Sitting at a Computer All Day

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Cheat Sheet - How Do I Stick to a Budget?

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Expert Tips - How to Get Over a Breakup

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Expert Tips - How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Others

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Cheat Sheet - Toxic Relationships

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