3482: How To Fall Down and Get Back Up Again by Chris Guillebeau on Failure as A Learning Experience

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Optimal Living Daily - Personal Development and Self-Improvement

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Artificial intelligence is evolving at an unprecedented pace—what does that mean for the future of technology, venture capital, business, and even our understanding of ourselves? Award-winning journalist and writer Anil Ananthaswamy joins us for our latest episode to discuss his latest book Why Machines Learn: The Elegant Math Behind Modern AI . Anil helps us explore the journey and many breakthroughs that have propelled machine learning from simple perceptrons to the sophisticated algorithms shaping today’s AI revolution, powering GPT and other models. The discussion aims to demystify some of the underlying mathematical concepts that power modern machine learning, to help everyone grasp this technology impacting our lives–even if your last math class was in high school. Anil walks us through the power of scaling laws, the shift from training to inference optimization, and the debate among AI’s pioneers about the road to AGI—should we be concerned, or are we still missing key pieces of the puzzle? The conversation also delves into AI’s philosophical implications—could understanding how machines learn help us better understand ourselves? And what challenges remain before AI systems can truly operate with agency? If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe and leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform. Sign up for our newsletter at techsurgepodcast.com for exclusive insights and updates on upcoming TechSurge Live Summits. Links: Read Why Machines Learn, Anil’s latest book on the math behind AI https://www.amazon.com/Why-Machines-Learn-Elegant-Behind/dp/0593185749 Learn more about Anil Ananthaswamy’s work and writing https://anilananthaswamy.com/ Watch Anil Ananthaswamy’s TED Talk on AI and intelligence https://www.ted.com/speakers/anil_ananthaswamy Discover the MIT Knight Science Journalism Fellowship that shaped Anil’s AI research https://ksj.mit.edu/ Understand the Perceptron, the foundation of neural networks https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perceptron Read about the Perceptron Convergence Theorem and its significance https://www.nature.com/articles/323533a0…

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Episode 3482:

Chris Guillebeau explores the inevitability of setbacks and the resilience needed to overcome them. By reframing failure as a learning experience and adopting a mindset of persistence, challenges become stepping stones rather than obstacles. Success isn’t about avoiding failure, it’s about rising every time you fall.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisguillebeau.com/how-to-fall-down-and-get-back-up-again

Quotes to ponder:

"Falling down is inevitable. Getting back up is a choice."

"Every failure contains the seeds of a future success if you’re willing to keep going."

"You don’t have to enjoy failure, but you do have to learn from it."

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3482: How To Fall Down and Get Back Up Again by Chris Guillebeau on Failure as A Learning Experience

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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 3482:

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisguillebeau.com/how-to-fall-down-and-get-back-up-again

Quotes to ponder:

"Falling down is inevitable. Getting back up is a choice."

"Every failure contains the seeds of a future success if you’re willing to keep going."

"You don’t have to enjoy failure, but you do have to learn from it."

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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3523: [Part 2] Wake Up to the Life that Lives Inside of You by Jay Harrington of Life and Whim 10:57

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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 3523: Asking for help and embracing minimalism transformed Jay Harrington’s life when he found himself overwhelmed by work and personal obligations. By subtracting instead of adding, decluttering possessions, streamlining his businesses, and prioritizing space over busyness, he created room for what truly mattered. His journey is a reminder that taking control of your life starts with courageous choices and that sometimes, less really is more. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.lifeandwhim.com/first-moments-blog/wake-up-to-the-life-that-lives-inside Quotes to ponder: "We all have two lives. The second one starts when we realize that we only have one." "It’s okay if today you feel like a bystander in your own life, with someone else setting the agenda. What’s not okay is if you never retake control of your circumstances." "So be courageous, because no one is going to grant you permission to live boldly." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3522: [Part 1] Wake Up to the Life that Lives Inside of You by Jay Harrington of Life and Whim 11:20

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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 3522: Recognizing the disconnect between our external success and internal fulfillment is crucial for real change. Jay Harrington explores how we often ignore pivotal moments, our own “inciting incidents” that could redefine our lives. By facing discomfort and reevaluating our path, we can begin aligning our outside world with the passions and purpose that live within us. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.lifeandwhim.com/first-moments-blog/wake-up-to-the-life-that-lives-inside Quotes to ponder: "It’s said that art imitates life, but real life is, of course, far different. And messier." "Because we fight so hard to maintain our Outside shell, we miss the moments, the inciting incidents, in our lives that call us to change." "I achieved success (at least my notion of it at the time), but hated the means by which I acquired it." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3521: You Spend Money Because You’re Bored by Charlie Brown on Intentional Spending 12:55

1 day ago12:55

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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 3521: Spending money out of boredom is a common trap, fueled by the instant gratification of shopping and the endless distractions of social media. Charlie Brown argues that the key to breaking this cycle lies in embracing profound boredom, a deeper state of reflection that can lead to meaningful life changes. By stepping outside, engaging with the world, and allowing boredom to transform into creativity and purpose, we can escape the lure of mindless spending and build a more fulfilling life. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://themakingofamillionaire.com/you-spend-money-because-youre-bored-26d8fa1be4af Quotes to ponder: "We are very, very good at stemming boredom with spending money." "Shopping through boredom is about as far from a win-win situation as you can get. It’s expensive, you’ll probably regret it, and it’s not a long-term solution to your boredom." "Stepping outside your house has two major boredom-blocking benefits. One, it stems superficial boredom in an easy, cheap way. Two, it’s well-documented that walking does things to your brain that nothing else can." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3520: Failing at Your Morning Routine? Try This Instead by Erica Layne on How to Increase Productivity 11:11

2 days ago11:11

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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 3520: If mornings feel impossible, Erica Layne suggests flipping the script. What if your bedtime routine could be just as powerful? Instead of forcing a morning ritual that doesn’t stick, use the quiet moments before sleep to reflect, reset, and set intentions for the next day. Whether you’re a night owl or simply in a season of life where mornings aren’t realistic, embracing a mindful evening routine could be the key to better rest and a more fulfilling life. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ericalayne.co/failing-at-your-morning-routine/ Quotes to ponder: "It was more frustrating to HOPE for time to myself and then be disappointed than to just…keep sleeping and get up when they did." "If mornings aren’t working, maybe nights can." "You’re not broken, you’re just you." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3519: Roughly What You Deserve by Tynan on Choosing Happiness and How to Be Successful 9:51

3 days ago9:51

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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 3519: Tynan explores the connection between effort and outcomes, challenging the idea that people automatically "deserve" success, happiness, or wealth. Instead, he argues that results come from consistent action, adaptability, and self-awareness. By shifting focus from entitlement to execution, anyone can build the life they want. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://tynan.com/deserve/ Quotes to ponder: "You don’t deserve anything. You earn things or you don’t." "If you focus on what you deserve, you take your attention away from what you must do to get it." "You can’t expect the world to change to accommodate what you think you should have." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3518: Life is in the Transitions by Ryan Frederick of Here.life on Self-Discovery and Intentional Living 10:29

4 days ago10:29

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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 3518: Life’s biggest transformations happen in the in-between moments, those transitions where the past lingers and the future is uncertain. Ryan Frederick explores how embracing change with curiosity, rather than resistance, can open doors to new opportunities, deeper self-discovery, and a more intentional way of living. Whether navigating a career shift, a move, or a new life stage, the key is to rethink your place, physically and mentally, and shape your next chapter with purpose. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.here.life/blog/life-is-in-the-transitions Quotes to ponder: "Transitions, whether anticipated or unexpected, hold a particular kind of tension. They mark the space between what was and what will be, a threshold where the past lingers and the future hesitates." "It is natural to think of life as a series of destinations. But more often than not, we exist in motion, in the liminal spaces where things are neither fully formed nor fully undone." "Landing in the perfect place may be unrealistic (perfect places don’t exist, anyway, and if they do, it is not for very long). It may be better to focus on finding the ‘right-ish’ place." Episode references: Somehow: Thoughts on Love: https://www.amazon.com/Somehow-Thoughts-Love-Anne-Lamott/dp/0593714415 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3517: Where Personal Breakthroughs Really Come From by David Cain of Raptitude on How to Be Mindful 12:08

5 days ago12:08

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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 3517: Personal breakthroughs don’t come from grand resolutions or sudden epiphanies but from small, consistent shifts in perspective and behavior. David Cain explores how real change emerges from everyday moments of clarity when we see familiar struggles in a new light and act accordingly. Progress happens not by force but by cultivating awareness and responding differently to the same old challenges. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.raptitude.com/2017/06/where-personal-breakthroughs-really-come-from/ Quotes to ponder: "Breakthroughs happen when something shifts in the way we see a problem, and we start responding to it differently." "When something isn't working, our impulse is to push harder in the same direction, instead of stepping back and reconsidering the approach itself." "The kind of insight that leads to real breakthroughs is usually subtle and unspectacular, but it makes a world of difference in how we move forward." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3516: Screw Finding Your Passion by Mark Manson on How to Prioritize Life 14:03

6 days ago14:03

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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 3516: Mark Manson dismantles the myth of “finding your passion” by arguing that passion isn’t something to be discovered, it’s already there, hidden in what you naturally gravitate toward. The real obstacle isn’t a lack of passion but fear, expectations, and misplaced priorities. Instead of endlessly searching, start doing what excites you, even if it doesn’t seem practical at first. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://markmanson.net/screw-finding-your-passion Quotes to ponder: “If you have to look for what you’re passionate about, then you’re probably not passionate about it at all.” “The problem isn’t passion. It’s never passion. It’s priorities.” “A child does not walk onto a playground and say to herself, ‘How do I find fun?’ She just goes and has fun.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3515: Are You Doing The Clutter Shuffle? by Kerri Richardson How to Create Mental Space 9:44

7 days ago9:44

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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 3515: Moving clutter from one spot to another might feel like progress, but Kerri Richardson reveals why this “Clutter Shuffle” is actually a form of avoidance. Whether it’s an emotional attachment, decision fatigue, or the illusion of organization, she offers practical steps to break the cycle, sorting with intention, finding true storage solutions, and journaling through resistance. Freeing yourself from clutter isn’t just about tidying up; it’s about clearing mental space and aligning your environment with the life you want. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://kerririchardson.com/cluttershuffle/ Quotes to ponder: “It’s time to get off this merry-go-round because, frankly, it’s anything but merry.” “Out of sight is not out of mind with clutter. It’s always playing somewhere in the back of your mind, so be sure you only keep that which you love, need, or use.” “Holding space for and giving voice to your resistance is crucial in dealing with stubborn clutter.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3514: How to Stay Informed Without Losing Your Mind by Nir Eyal of Nir And Far on Mental Wellbeing 11:13

8 days ago11:13

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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 3514: Staying informed without feeling overwhelmed is possible with the right approach. Nir Eyal shares strategies to filter out noise, focus on high-quality information, and take control of your media consumption. By applying these techniques, you can stay updated without sacrificing your mental well-being or productivity. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.nirandfar.com/how-to-stay-informed-without-losing-your-mind/ Quotes to ponder: "You are what you consume, and consuming junk makes you feel like junk." "Too much information can actually make us less informed by overwhelming our ability to process and retain what matters." "If you don’t make time to think, you’ll always be reacting instead of reflecting." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3513: Become Happy in the Face of Physical Misery by Leo Babauta Personal Growth and Gratitude 11:21

8 days ago11:21

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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 3513: Leo Babauta explores the ways we create our own misery and how we can break free from it. By clinging to expectations, resisting discomfort, and dwelling on negative narratives, we amplify our suffering. Shifting our mindset, accepting reality, embracing uncertainty, and practicing gratitude can help us cultivate peace and joy instead. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://zenhabits.net/misery/ Quotes to ponder: "We create our own misery by wishing things were different, by fearing what might come, by clinging to expectations." "The truth is, reality is just as it is. Wishing it were different doesn’t help us, it only makes us unhappy." "Gratitude changes everything when we appreciate what’s in front of us, we no longer need things to be different." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3512: Top Question About Lifestyle Design by Stephen Warley of Life Skills That Matter How to Build New Habits 11:39

9 days ago11:39

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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 3512: Stephen Warley explains why lifestyle design typically takes 18 months or longer, emphasizing the need to reframe your mindset, build new habits, and confront personal challenges. While the journey requires effort, the reward is a more fulfilling, purpose-driven life that maximizes your energy and potential. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://lifeskillsthatmatter.com/about-lifestyle-design/ Quotes to ponder: "You may not like where you’ve ended up, but this is the life you’ve currently designed for yourself." "Your lifestyle is the sum of your habits and your decisions." "Either you are going to be stressed out for the rest of your life because you are not living and working in alignment with who you are or you can be stressed out for a couple of years building the life you’ve always wanted." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3511: 5 Effective Stress Relief and Mindset Tools That Really Work by Kristen Butler with Live Happy 12:51

10 days ago12:51

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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 3511: Kristen Butler shares how these practices transformed her life, offering actionable steps to break free from chronic stress and embrace a happier, healthier lifestyle. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed or just looking for ways to boost your well-being, these science-backed strategies can help you reset, recharge, and thrive. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://livehappy.com/5-effective-stress-relief-and-mindset-tools-that-really-work Quotes to ponder: "By consciously practicing deep breathing, you activate the parasympathetic nervous system, thereby guiding yourself back into your comfort zone where you feel more safe." "You can write your affirmations or you can use them as auto suggestions by listening to the recordings of affirmations during the day or before bed and reading your affirmations throughout the day." "Stepping outside, immersing yourself in sunshine, and breathing in the fresh air can have a transformative effect on your well-being." Episode references: Atlas of the Heart: https://www.amazon.com/Atlas-Heart-Meaningful-Connection-Experience/dp/0399592555 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3510: Committing to No Commitments by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle on Self Improvement 9:14

11 days ago9:14

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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 3510: Colin Wright shares how this approach helped him avoid restrictive contracts, reassess priorities, and make more intentional choices. While not for everyone, this lifestyle experiment offers an alternative to the traditional long-term commitments that often dictate finances, relationships, and living situations. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://exilelifestyle.com/committing-commitments/ Quotes to ponder: “Think back to who you were and what you were doing with your life two years ago. Are you the same person with the same needs?” “If you want to give it a shot, do what you can to eliminate existing commitments from your life and don’t accept any new ones beyond a certain span of time. It’s that simple.” “This kind of lifestyle comes with limits, but they’re far less invasive than the limits you remove.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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3509: How to Have the Best Day, Every Day, in 60 Minutes by Elizabeth Stacey Ellis with Mark Fisher Fitness 10:33

12 days ago10:33