Sep 29, 2022

Who doesn’t love a nice dip in the pool? I know I do! When I was a kid, you couldn’t get me out of the swimming pool in the summer. But the majority of backyard and public pools are chlorine pools. If chlorine is strong enough to kill algae, bacteria and germs, what is it doing to your body as you swim through it?...

Sep 28, 2022

For 200 episodes of The Darin Olien Show, I've had inspiring conversations with fascinating guests and explored how to live a better life. So for our 200th episode celebration, I’ve decided to turn the show around to you, the listener. I’ll answer your burning questions regarding food, water, daily routines and how...

Sep 21, 2022

What is happiness?

So many of us go through life searching for happiness, but avoiding our unhappiness. What if happiness comes from leaning into our suffering and trauma? After all, when you avoid your unhappiness, you’re essentially avoiding your ability to be happy. Professor and author of the book 'From Strength...

Sep 15, 2022

Sweaters, blankets, hats, scarves, stuffed animals– what do these popular items have in common?

They’re most likely made from acrylic fibers. Acrylic is a man-made, synthetic fiber that, although soft and comfy, is terrible for your body and the environment. Like polyester, acrylic fabrics are cheap, soft, and can...

Sep 14, 2022

Setting goals is an important part of life.

We set goals to achieve things in both our professional and personal lives. But does achieving those goals really fulfill you if they’re not part of your bigger purpose? Jeff Patterson, author of The Big Thing Effect: How to Transform Your Life Forever, explains that finding...