This episode offers a gentle yet powerful reflection on how to accept what is—without letting go of what’s true. It explores the difference between acceptance and normalization, the quiet strength of setting boundaries, and the deep courage it takes to honor your emotional truth. A meaningful listen for anyone navigating complicated relationships, divorce, or any life transition that asks more of the heart than expected. If you found this podcast enjoyable, kindly consider subscribing and leaving a rating or review. Additionally, I'd appreciate it if you could share it with your friends to spread the love!&nbsp; You can also follow me on , , , , and . If you are interested in my work, please check out my books,&nbsp; (including a new audiobook),&nbsp; and my new Audiobook,&nbsp;  Also you can check out my new  or my new digital  Above all, my sincere wish is that this podcast has contributed to less suffering and more joy in your life! &nbsp; &nbsp;

You Might Have To Accept It, But You Don't Have To Normalize It

When life doesn’t go as planned, we often slip in and out of presence—grounded one minute, resisting the next. In this episode, we explore what happens when we get caught in that tug-of-war between how things are and how we wanted them to be. It’s a real-time look at how resistance shows up—and how, again and again, we can shift, partner with what’s unfolding, embrace the flow of life, and discover more magic in our everyday experience. A rebroadcast from a holiday season a few years ago, but it feels especially relevant today. If you found this podcast enjoyable, kindly consider subscribing and leaving a rating or review. Additionally, I'd appreciate it if you could share it with your friends to spread the love!&nbsp; You can also follow me on , , , , and . If you are interested in my work, please check out my books,&nbsp; (including a new audiobook),&nbsp; and my new Audiobook,&nbsp;  Also you can check out my new  or my new digital  Above all, my sincere wish is that this podcast has contributed to less suffering and more joy in your life! &nbsp; &nbsp;

Resisting The Moment?

Ever catch yourself thinking, “I’ll be happy when…”? This episode invites you to shift that belief. Through presence, gratitude, and self-awareness, you'll explore how real peace and joy are built from the inside out—starting in this very moment. Tune in to reconnect with simple, steady practices that help you feel more grounded, resilient, and free. This is a repeat of one of my most impactful episodes—a message always worth revisiting. If you found this podcast enjoyable, kindly consider subscribing and leaving a rating or review. Additionally, I'd appreciate it if you could share it with your friends to spread the love!&nbsp; You can also follow me on , , , , and . If you are interested in my work, please check out my books,&nbsp; (including a new audiobook),&nbsp; and my new Audiobook,&nbsp;  Also you can check out my new  or my new digital  Above all, my sincere wish is that this podcast has contributed to less suffering and more joy in your life! &nbsp;

Don't Wait To Be Happy

When life feels unbearable—when you’re anxious, heartbroken, or overwhelmed—it’s natural to push against the moment. You replay the past, resist what you’re feeling now, and fear what’s next. But what if the path to relief isn’t about fixing anything, but instead not resisting what you’re experiencing?   In this episode of Ten Minutes to Less Suffering, we explore how to stay grounded in difficult moments—not by approving of what’s happening, but by loosening the grip of resistance, so you can find clarity, calm, and your next step forward.   If you’re stuck in worry, regret, stress or fear, this episode is for you.&nbsp;   If you found this podcast enjoyable, kindly consider subscribing and leaving a rating or review. Additionally, I'd appreciate it if you could share it with your friends to spread the love!&nbsp;   You can also follow me on , , , , and . If you are interested in my work, please check out my books,&nbsp; (including a new audiobook),&nbsp; and my new Audiobook,&nbsp;  Also you can check out my new  or my new digital    Above all, my heartfelt hope is that this podcast has supported your journey of personal growth, helped shift your mindset, built emotional resilience, and brought you less suffering and more joy, clarity, and peace.  &nbsp;

How Can We Not Resist The Moment When We're Upset?

Inspired by a talk from spiritual teacher Guy Finley, this episode explores the idea that “the pain of uncertainty is not proof that something is wrong.”  We often resist the unknown, assuming discomfort means danger or failure. But what if uncertainty isn’t the problem—what if it’s the path?   This episode invites you to shift your relationship with not knowing, release the false comfort of control, and discover the peace and possibility that live in presence.  The unknown isn’t the enemy—it might just be the beginning of something greater.   If you found this podcast enjoyable, kindly consider subscribing and leaving a rating or review. Additionally, I'd appreciate it if you could share it with your friends to spread the love!&nbsp;  You can also follow me on , , , , and . If you are interested in my work, please check out my books,&nbsp; (including a new audiobook),&nbsp; and my new Audiobook,&nbsp;  Also you can check out my new  or my new digital    Above all, my heartfelt hope is that this podcast has supported your journey of personal growth, helped shift your mindset, built emotional resilience, and brought you less suffering and more joy, clarity, and peace. &nbsp;

The Pain Of Uncertainty Isn't Proof That Anything Is Wrong

When we resist the present moment because it doesn’t match our expectations, we create distance from our happiness. We tell stories about how things should be or fear what the future might hold, and in doing so, we miss the value and possibility in what’s actually here. When we accept what is and remember that uncertainty is a space of unlimited potential, we become more present, open, and available. This not only helps us get the most out of the moment, it is also a powerful recipe for creating a better future. Affirmation: I accept this moment as it is, and I trust that uncertainty holds the potential for something beautiful. I release the stories that create distance from my happiness and stay open to all that life has to offer.  If you found this podcast enjoyable, kindly consider subscribing and leaving a rating or review. Additionally, I'd appreciate it if you could share it with your friends to spread the love! You can also follow me on&nbsp;, , , , and . If you are interested in my work, please check out my books,&nbsp; (including a new audiobook),&nbsp; and my new Audiobook,&nbsp;  Also you can check out my new  or my new digital   Above all, my heartfelt hope is that this podcast has supported your journey of personal growth, helped shift your mindset, built emotional resilience, and brought you less suffering and more joy, clarity, and peace. &nbsp;

Do We Create The Distance To Our Happiness?

Sometimes holding on brings pain, yet letting go can bring its own challenges too. In this episode, discover why holding on and letting go both can carry their own struggles — and how moving through them can open the way to freedom, healing, and new possibilities. Listen to this podcast to find the courage and inspiration to embrace what comes next!   Affirmation  I honor where I am, whether I’m holding on or beginning to let go. I remember that emptiness is the beginning of healing, that uncertainty is my best friend, and that what I seek is also seeking me. In this moment, I am strong, I matter, and I am open to new possibilities.   If you found this podcast enjoyable, kindly consider subscribing and leaving a rating or review. Additionally, I'd appreciate it if you could share it with your friends to spread the love!   You can also follow me on&nbsp;, , , , and . If you are interested in my work, please check out my books,&nbsp; (including a new audiobook),&nbsp; and my new Audiobook,&nbsp;  Also you can check out my new  or my new digital    Above all, my heartfelt hope is that this podcast has supported your journey of personal growth, helped shift your mindset, built emotional resilience, and brought you less suffering and more joy, clarity, and peace.  &nbsp;

It Can Hurt To Hold On, It Can Hurt To Let Go

Our thoughts are real, but not always true. This episode invites listeners to look beyond the stories the mind creates and find freedom from worry, stress, and self-doubt. Through mindfulness and gentle awareness, it offers a path to calm and clarity in uncertain moments. Listeners are encouraged to trust that every thought can be met with curiosity and compassion, opening the way to inner peace, resilience, and a deeper sense of hope for what is possible. Poem: Our Thoughts Are Real, But Not Always True Our thoughts rise like waves on an endless sea, shaping the shore of who we think we are. They rush in, fierce and convincing, pulling us into stories of what might break, what might never come, what might already be lost. They feel real because they are. They move through the body, tighten the chest, quicken the breath, stir the storm. But truth lives somewhere quieter. It waits beneath the noise, in the still water that holds every wave. It asks nothing but a pause, a single breath, a question whispered to the mind: Is this thought true? The unknown is not our enemy. It is the open sky that can let every cloud of thought drift by. Calm is not something we find, but something we remember. In the space between belief and truth, there is peace. There is possibility. And there we can be, the sky, not the storm. You can also follow me on&nbsp;, , , , and . If you are interested in my work, please check out my books,&nbsp; (including a new audiobook),&nbsp; and my new Audiobook,&nbsp;  Also you can check out my new  or my new digital  Above all, my heartfelt hope is that this podcast has supported your journey of personal growth, helped shift your mindset, reduce stress, built emotional resilience, and brought you less suffering and more joy, clarity, and peace.   &nbsp;

Just Because A Thought Is Real Doesn't Mean It's True

In this inspiring episode of 10 Minutes to Less Suffering, author and life strategist Allison Carmen explores the question so many of us ask: How can we change our lives when we feel stuck, afraid, or uncertain?   Through deep reflection and real-life stories, Allison shares how embracing the unknown can open the door to transformation, healing, and possibility. You’ll learn how to quiet fear, trust your intuition, and use The Maybe Practice to find hope even when life feels impossible.   If you’ve been struggling with stress, self-doubt, or major life changes — this episode will remind you that every moment is new and full of potential. Your dreams are real, your intuition is powerful, and the universe is waiting for you to say maybe to what’s next.   &nbsp;Topics covered:    How fear of uncertainty blocks change   Learning to trust yourself and your dreams   Finding peace and clarity through mindfulness   The Maybe Practice for emotional resilience   Believing in new possibilities — no matter your age or past    You can also follow me on&nbsp;, , , , and . If you are interested in my work, please check out my books,&nbsp; (including a new audiobook),&nbsp; and my new Audiobook,&nbsp;  Also you can check out my new  or my new digital    Above all, my heartfelt hope is that this podcast has supported your journey of personal growth, helped shift your mindset, reduce stress, built emotional resilience, and brought you less suffering and more joy, clarity, and peace.   &nbsp;   &nbsp;   &nbsp; &nbsp;

How Can We Change Our Lives When We Feel Stuck?| Overcome Fear and Trust the Unknown

In this episode of 10 Minutes to Less Suffering, explore how shifting from being nice to being kind can reduce stress, support emotional healing, and create more authentic and mindful relationships. Listeners learn why niceness often comes from fear and people pleasing, while true kindness grows from compassion, honesty, presence, and an open heart. What you will gain from this episode • A clear understanding of the difference between nice behavior and true heart based kindness • Insight into why some relationships feel inconsistent or disappointing during stressful moments • Support for emotional healing, self trust, and clarity after confusing interactions • Tools to stop people pleasing and reduce daily stress and anxiety • Guidance for setting healthy boundaries that protect your emotional well being • Encouragement to act with more authenticity, presence, and self compassion • A calming reflection to help you connect with your heart and choose kindness mindfully • Inspiration to create relationships that feel safe, honest, steady, and emotionally supportive • Hope to live with more peace, connection, and present moment awareness This episode is ideal for listeners searching for self help practices, self improvement tools, stress relief techniques, emotional healing support, mindful living tips, present based awareness, spiritual growth, heart centered connection, and guidance for living with more peace and clarity.   You can also follow me on&nbsp;, , , , and . If you are interested in my work, please check out my books,&nbsp; (including a new audiobook),&nbsp; and my new Audiobook,&nbsp;  Also you can check out my new  or my new digital    Above all, my heartfelt hope is that this podcast has supported your journey of personal growth, helped shift your mindset, reduce stress, built emotional resilience, and brought you less suffering and more joy, clarity, and peace.

Nice or Kind? Seeing The Difference and Living From The Heart

Allison Carmen, Self-help author and Life coach, presents different techniques in this 10 minute podcast to reduce your stress, worry and anxiety. It's amazing how much you can get done in 10 minutes!

Nice or Kind? Seeing The Difference and Living From The Heart

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