Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting

2862: How to Create a Chore and Reward System for Kids by Andy Hill of Marriage, Kids and Money on Habit Formation

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com [https://oldpodcast.com/]. Episode 2862: Andy Hill shares a practical, age-appropriate system for teaching kids responsibility and money management through a mix of unpaid family chores and paid "money chores." By combining a simple three-task allowance system with "Save, Spend, and Give" jars, he lays the groundwork for lifelong habits of contribution, self-discipline, and financial awareness, all while keeping it fun and achievable for young kids. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/mkm-challenge-create-a-chore-and-reward-system-for-kids [https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/mkm-challenge-create-a-chore-and-reward-system-for-kids] Quotes to ponder: "When the chore is done, inspect their work to make sure they did it right. They know you're engaged and you care about the hard work they did for the family." "Help your child 'Spend, Save and Give' responsibly." "If they save up a bunch of money for something big, meet them in the middle if you want."

2861: How Our Baby Slept Through the Night After Just 3 Days of Sleep Training by Amanda Brownlow on Nighttime Routines

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com [https://oldpodcast.com/]. Episode 2861: Amanda Brownlow shares how a gentle variation of the cry-it-out method helped her baby sleep through the night in just three days. Emphasizing routine, patience, and parental follow-through, she walks readers through a step-by-step nighttime strategy that helped her family reclaim rest and sanity. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://hellobrownlow.com/2019/01/10/how-our-baby-slept-through-the-night-after-just-3-days-of-sleep-training/ [https://hellobrownlow.com/2019/01/10/how-our-baby-slept-through-the-night-after-just-3-days-of-sleep-training/] Quotes to ponder: "Babies and children crave routine." "You shouldn't touch your baby while checking in on him." "Talk it over with your partner and decide what your time limit on crying is." Episode references: BabyCenter: https://www.babycenter.com [https://www.babycenter.com/] Bringing Up Bébé by Pamela Druckerman: https://www.amazon.com/Bringing-Up-Bebe-Discovers-Parenting/dp/0143122967 [https://www.amazon.com/Bringing-Up-Bebe-Discovers-Parenting/dp/0143122967]

2860: What Does Trust and Commitment Look Like in a Relationship? by Mary Beth George with Gottman on Relationship Stability

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com [https://oldpodcast.com/]. Episode 2860: Mary Beth George explores the real meaning of trust and commitment through the lens of her 25-year marriage, blending personal anecdotes with insights from the Gottmans' relationship framework. Her reflections highlight how daily choices, shared hardships, and intentional appreciation can build emotional safety and deepen intimacy in long-term partnerships. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.gottman.com/blog/what-does-trust-and-commitment-look-like-in-a-relationship/ [https://www.gottman.com/blog/what-does-trust-and-commitment-look-like-in-a-relationship/] Quotes to ponder: "Commitment is really a verb because it is the actions you take daily to let your partner know we are with them and that you make decisions with them in mind." "When you cherish your partner, you feel that they're irreplaceable. You simply cannot imagine your life without them, even when times are rough." "You create trust and safety by turning towards them to work out your differences." Episode references: Eight Dates: Essential Conversations for a Lifetime of Love: https://www.amazon.com/Eight-Dates-Essential-Conversations-Lifetime/dp/1523504463 [https://www.amazon.com/Eight-Dates-Essential-Conversations-Lifetime/dp/1523504463]

2859: Don't Underestimate Me Just Because I'm Not Dominating the Conversation by Rachel Ginder with Introvert Dear

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com [https://oldpodcast.com/]. Episode 2859: Rachel Ginder challenges the misconception that quietness equals meekness, revealing the rich inner world of introverts who may not speak often but possess fierce self-awareness and conviction. Her reflection invites deeper understanding of introversion, not as shyness or weakness, but as a quiet strength that doesn't always need to prove itself to be powerful. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://introvertdear.com/news/introvert-not-doormat/ [https://introvertdear.com/news/introvert-not-doormat/] Quotes to ponder: "Introverts often go quiet because we have so many passionate thoughts rushing through our heads that it's impossible to verbalize them all." "Being contemplative is strong, because those who know their own minds and have cultivated a sense of self are never as meek and mild as they initially seem." "Getting to know an introvert may take twice as long, but I promise that the time spent is just as rewarding."

2858: [Part 2] When Your Partner Isn't Sure They Want a Future With You by Tonya Lester on Relationship Uncertainty

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com [https://oldpodcast.com/]. Episode 2858: Tonya Lester explores the painful uncertainty of being with someone who can't commit, offering a grounded, compassionate roadmap for reclaiming your voice and agency. Listeners will gain clarity on when to wait, when to walk, and how to protect their self-worth in relationships that feel stuck in limbo. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.tonyalester.com/blog//when-your-partner-isnt-sure-they-want-a-future-with-you [https://www.tonyalester.com/blog//when-your-partner-isnt-sure-they-want-a-future-with-you] Quotes to ponder: "Everyone should have a bottom line regarding what they want from a partner in a relationship." "It's important to note that a healthily attached person can become anxiously attached if they spend too long with an avoidant partner." "Be realistic. Is the person in front of you who you really want? Or are you waiting for them to conform to your fantasy of who they could be?" Episode references: Eat, Pray, Love: https://www.amazon.com/Eat-Pray-Love-Everything-Indonesia/dp/0143038419 [https://www.amazon.com/Eat-Pray-Love-Everything-Indonesia/dp/0143038419] Attached: https://www.amazon.com/Attached-Science-Adult-Attachment-YouFind/dp/1585429139 [https://www.amazon.com/Attached-Science-Adult-Attachment-YouFind/dp/1585429139]