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The OptimalWork Podcast

OptimalWork
Anxiety
Mindfulness
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Personal Growth
Curiosity
Emotional Intelligence
Flow
Optimalwork
Psychological Strategies
Challenge
Dynorphins
No Drama Discipline
Exposure Therapy
Hyperfocus
Generosity
Positive Emotions
Parenting
Mental Health
Self-Improvement
Motivation

Hosted by Dr. Kevin Majeres and Sharif Younes, co-founders of OptimalWork, The OptimalWork Podcast will help you learn to challenge yourself in each hour of work according to your highest ideals. We discuss all aspects of Dr. Majeres's approach to work, which he developed in his private practice and teaches at Harvard Medical School, and show how it applies to everyday situations like professional... more

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes266Founded5 years ago
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Latest Episodes

#266: Overcoming anxiety occurs in three successive stages. In this first installment of a three episode series, we discuss stage one: confronting the trigger of anxiety head-on, embracing the fear. Over time, the trigger will habituate; as you chall... more

#265: When a child does something wrong, your first instinct may be justice: to punish them. In this episode, we discuss “No-Drama Discipline,” by Daniel Siegal and Tina Bryson, exploring how to discipline children in a way that builds your bond with... more

#264: Difficult situations can feel intolerable. That intolerable feeling is produced by dynorphins and it makes us want to give up and abandon the difficulty we’re facing, whether it’s exercise, a difficult task, time in the sauna, or some small ann... more

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#263: What do you do when you feel tired? Go back to sleep? Take a nap? Power through? In this episode, we discuss a number of approaches to overcoming tiredness, from tracking your levels of fatigue (not recommended) to changing up your diet. But th... more

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Hosts

Sharif Younes
Co-founder of OptimalWork with a focus on strategies for thriving in work and personal life.
Dr. Kevin Majeres
Co-founder of OptimalWork focusing on personal growth and psychology.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 716 ratings
  • Expert Advice for Work and Life

    The Optimal Work Podcast provides reliable, practical, research-based advice that has the potential to improve every part of your life - no matter what stage of life you are in or what walk of life you are from. I also highly recommend you try out the free trial on their website and explore all the resources; it’s like having 24/7 access to a very wise friend, understanding and supportive parent, knowledgeable teacher, expert coach, and skilled therapist - all at once. Note: the sound quality of... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wannabegeek604
    Canada6 months ago
  • Amazing

    I find myself stopping every episode to write some insight down. So helpful

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TanDaMan63
    United States6 months ago
  • Insightful and life changing.

    By far some of the wisest information I have heard on a podcast for a while. It is deep and thought provoking. Practical and interesting all at the same time.. This podcast always stretches us to think outside of ourself and see that our own improvement is in fact an act of serving and loving others. We can be the best version of our self so we can better love and serve others. That is so refreshing in a ‘take’, ‘I and cancel culture. Thank you! Keep cresting content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Melanie Berry
    Australia7 months ago
  • Needed Validation

    I was recently introduced to Optimal Work via a discussion Dr. Majeres had with Dr. Larry Arnn of Hillsdale College. I really connected with the discussion and began listening to Optimal Work.

    As a professionally fulfilled design architect for over 40 years, working from Dallas, TX, we moved to the rural Rockies about 3.5 years ago to build a house & studio for our new “path.” Due to many things, our lives have been extremely challenging, filling me (and my wife) with anxiety and unpredictable... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gundood
    United Statesa year ago
  • So helpful!

    I am a stay at home mom and love this podcast! It helps me so much. Thank you, Optimal Work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    g.lechner
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise the podcast for its practical advice and research-based insights that are useful across various aspects of life.
Several reviews note that the podcast has significantly impacted personal growth and well-being, often describing it as transformational.
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[Rebroadcast] How to Stop Justifying Yourself
Q: Is cognitive dissonance always a subconscious process?
It's natural for dissonance to arise when we feel challenged. This can lead us to defend our self-image unless we choose to learn and grow from it.
[Rebroadcast] How to Stop Justifying Yourself
Q: How do we overcome this self-concept that resists change?
We need to identify the self-concept that's limiting our growth and recognize when we're blaming others. This awareness is key to overcoming self-justification.
[Rebroadcast] Why Venting Negative Emotions Only Makes Things Worse
Q: What guidance would you give people on how to handle someone who is venting?
The first step is to deeply listen and understand how they are framing the situation. It's important to validate their feelings while also guiding them to explore the underlying emotions they might be struggling with.
249. Optimal Parenting V: Consistent Discipline
Q: What happens if a child continues to misbehave after being disciplined? Do you start over?
Yes, you start over with another count, but it's important to establish clear expectations about consequences in advance.
249. Optimal Parenting V: Consistent Discipline
Q: How do you manage situations with multiple children where only one is misbehaving?
You can acknowledge the misbehavior with a simple notation while continuing to teach, avoiding emotional reactions that grant control to the child who is misbehaving.

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