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    10 MINUTES TO LESS SUFFERING

    Allison Carmen, Self-improvement author and Life strategist, 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!
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    Do We Really Need To Fix Ourselves?

    Do We Really Need To Fix Ourselves?

    Aren't you exhausted from constantly feeling the need to change something about yourself to land the ideal job, discover your soulmate, or enhance your appearance? What if there's nothing that requires fixing and we are inherently lovable, valuable, and perfectly okay just as we are? Tune in to this podcast to delve into the liberation, happiness, and achievements we can encounter when we recognize that we don't need fixing to live our most profound and fulfilling life.  This podcast, aired previously, is worth revisiting for its impactful message!

    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 Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, and LinkedIn. If you are interested in my work, please check out my books, "The Gift of Maybe: Finding Hope and Possibility in Uncertain Times" (including a new audiobook) and "A Year Without Men: A 12 Point Guide To Inspire and Empower Women."

    Above all, my sincere wish is that this podcast has contributed to less suffering and more joy in your life!

     

    How Can We Give Meaning To Our Lives?

    How Can We Give Meaning To Our Lives?

    Sometimes, we wake up feeling empty, wondering why. We seem to have full lives, yet we crave something more profound, something we can't quite grasp. It's often the moment we realize we want to know ourselves better and seek a deeper, more meaningful life that resonates with our hearts. Listen to this podcast to start exploring a more meaningful life where what truly matters grows and genuine joy expands.

    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 Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, and LinkedIn. If you are interested in my work, please check out my books, "The Gift of Maybe: Finding Hope and Possibility in Uncertain Times" (including a new audiobook) and "A Year Without Men: A 12 Point Guide To Inspire and Empower Women."

    Above all, my sincere wish is that this podcast has contributed to less suffering and more joy in your life!

    How Can We Create The Future That We Desire?

    How Can We Create The Future That We Desire?

    No matter how optimistic we strive to be about our futures, unexpected events can often induce stress and anxiety, making us doubt our ability to achieve our goals. Tune in to this podcast to discover how to harness the unexpected as a source of hope and opportunity. Remember, since the future remains unwritten, all your aspirations and desires are still within reach, just waiting for you to navigate toward them in your abundant future.

    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 Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, and LinkedIn. If you are interested in my work, please check out my books, "The Gift of Maybe: Finding Hope and Possibility in Uncertain Times" (including a new audiobook) and "A Year Without Men: A 12 Point Guide To Inspire and Empower Women."

    Above all, my sincere wish is that this podcast has contributed to less suffering and more joy in your life!

    Maybe It's Okay To Feel Lonely On Valentine's Day

    Maybe It's Okay To Feel Lonely On Valentine's Day

    Many of us have experienced loneliness or rejection on Valentine's Day, yet it does not mean we are not valuable and loved. This podcast was originally featured as a bonus episode for Podcast 176, but tune in to uncover the truth about feeling loved and valuable! It's perfect to help you recognize the remarkable individual you are every day of the year!

    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 Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, and LinkedIn. If you are interested in my work, please check out my books, "The Gift of Maybe: Finding Hope and Possibility in Uncertain Times" (including a new audiobook) and "A Year Without Men: A 12 Point Guide To Inspire and Empower Women."

    Above all, my sincere wish is that this podcast has contributed to less suffering and more joy in your life!

    When Did They Let Our Hearts Go?

    When Did They Let Our Hearts Go?

    Teddy Swims' poignant song called "Some Things I'll Never Know" can remind us that we often linger in the past, grappling with the difficulty of not knowing when someone stopped loving us or why something unexpected happened. However, once we process our pain, the desire to understand the unknowable can keep us tethered to our pain and prevent us from moving forward. Listen to this podcast to begin to let go of what we can't know and embrace the road ahead with all its hope and 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 Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, and LinkedIn. If you are interested in my work, please check out my books, "The Gift of Maybe: Finding Hope and Possibility in Uncertain Times" (including a new audiobook) and "A Year Without Men: A 12 Point Guide To Inspire and Empower Women."

    Above all, my sincere wish is that this podcast has contributed to less suffering and more joy in your life!

     

    How Happy Do You Need To Be To Have A Good Life?

    How Happy Do You Need To Be To Have A Good Life?

    Some pains from our past are more readily released, while others tend to linger. It's not always a simple task to train our minds to be positive or to avoid dwelling on unexpected hurts. In this podcast, discover a way to acknowledge and embrace all our feelings without letting them hinder us in pursuing our goals and creating a fulfilling life. Perhaps, it's in embracing the entirety of who we are that we uncover the strength and resilience to live our best lives.

    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 Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, and LinkedIn. If you are interested in my work, please check out my books, "The Gift of Maybe: Finding Hope and Possibility in Uncertain Times" (including a new audiobook) and "A Year Without Men: A 12 Point Guide To Inspire and Empower Women."

    Above all, my sincere wish is that this podcast has contributed to less suffering and more joy in your life!

     

    Success Doesn't Require Us To Be Good At Everything!

    Success Doesn't Require Us To Be Good At Everything!

    Pursuing a goal or passion can pose challenges when tasks appear daunting or beyond our perceived capabilities. It's crucial to recognize that few individuals excel in every aspect of a business or every subject at school. Tune into this podcast for a key perspective on never giving up on our dreams, reminding ourselves of our capabilities, forging a path to learn or seek help, and navigating challenges with resilience. Above all, remember that success doesn't require us to be good at everything!

    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 Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, and LinkedIn. If you are interested in my work, please check out my books, "The Gift of Maybe: Finding Hope and Possibility in Uncertain Times" (including a new audiobook) and "A Year Without Men: A 12 Point Guide To Inspire and Empower Women."

    Above all, my sincere wish is that this podcast has contributed to less suffering and more joy in your life!

     

     

    To Want Something That No Longer Exists

    To Want Something That No Longer Exists

    At times, it can be difficult to release the past and move forward with the life ahead of you. Tune in to this podcast for valuable insights on introspection, discovering the courage, and building the strength to pursue a passionate and purposeful journey into the exciting possibilities that await you in 2024!

    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 Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, and LinkedIn. If you are interested in my work, please check out my books, "The Gift of Maybe: Finding Hope and Possibility in Uncertain Times" (including a new audiobook) and "A Year Without Men: A 12 Point Guide To Inspire and Empower Women."

    Above all, my sincere wish is that this podcast has contributed to less suffering and more joy in your life!

     

     

    Overcoming Roadblocks In 2024!

    Overcoming Roadblocks In 2024!

    Many of us have set goals for 2024, but internal challenges can affect our success. Listen to this podcast to understand why we might give up too soon, become negative, or lose patience on our journey to create the life we want. Overcoming these roadblocks could be the secret to your success in 2024!

    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 Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, and LinkedIn. If you are interested in my work, please check out my books, "The Gift of Maybe: Finding Hope and Possibility in Uncertain Times" (including a new audiobook) and "A Year Without Men: A 12 Point Guide To Inspire and Empower Women." 

    Above all, my sincere wish is that this podcast has contributed to less suffering and more joy in your life!

     

    In 2024: Leap Faster Than Your Fear Can Grab You

    In 2024: Leap Faster Than Your Fear Can Grab You

    As we approach the New Year of 2024, many of us are contemplating our goals for the upcoming twelve months. However, whether we achieve our goals or not will largely depend on our ability to embrace new possibilities or opportunities quicker than our fears can grab us. Tune in to this previous released episode to feel invigorated, hopeful, and prepared to spring into 2024.

    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 Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, and LinkedIn. If you are interested in my work, please check out my books, "The Gift of Maybe: Finding Hope and Possibility in Uncertain Times" (including a new audiobook) and "A Year Without Men: A 12 Point Guide To Inspire and Empower Women." 

    Above all, my sincere wish is that this podcast has contributed to less suffering and more joy in your life!

    Happy New Year! 

    We Don't Need To Judge Our Suffering

    We Don't Need To Judge Our Suffering

    It is often much easier to judge the suffering of others or even our own than to cultivate empathy and compassion for ourselves and others. Tune into this podcast to delve deeper into the universal essence of suffering, exploring the journey towards courage, open-heartedness, and, hopefully, a more peaceful world for everyone.

    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 Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, and LinkedIn. If you are interested in my work, please check out my books, "The Gift of Maybe: Finding Hope and Possibility in Uncertain Times" (including a new audiobook) and "A Year Without Men: A 12 Point Guide To Inspire and Empower Women." 

    Above all, my sincere wish is that this podcast has contributed to less suffering and more joy in your life!

     

    Why Are You Resisting The Moment?

    Why Are You Resisting The Moment?

    A blend of emotions and experiences with friends and family is common during the holiday season. Yet, we often find ourselves resisting what we dislike, causing us to overlook the joy and beauty in the present moment. Dedicate 10 minutes to listen to this podcast, where you can uncover ways to fully embrace the holiday season or any moment in your life by accepting it all and discovering the abundant joy and possibilities that lie within.

    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 Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, and LinkedIn. If you are interested in my work, please check out my books, "The Gift of Maybe: Finding Hope and Possibility in Uncertain Times" (including a new audiobook) and "A Year Without Men: A 12 Point Guide To Inspire and Empower Women." 

    Above all, my sincere wish is that this podcast has contributed to less suffering and more joy in your life!

     

    It Is Too Stressful To Be Addicted To Certainty

    It Is Too Stressful To Be Addicted To Certainty

    I recently had the opportunity to listen to my newly released audiobook for "The Gift of Maybe," narrated by Kim Niemi. Experiencing another person reading my book was fascinating, considering the principles within it have been a guiding light for me since the paperback edition was released by Penguin Random House nine years ago. I invite you to listen to this podcast for a reaffirming story that reminds us that because we can't predict the future, our lives always remain open to new possibilities and opportunities. For all we know, Maybe the best is yet to come!

    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 Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, and LinkedIn. If you are interested in my work, please check out my books, "The Gift of Maybe: Finding Hope and Possibility in Uncertain Times" (including a new audiobook) and "A Year Without Men: A 12 Point Guide To Inspire and Empower Women." 

    Above all, my sincere wish is that this podcast has contributed to less suffering and more joy in your life!

     

    Do We Need To Forgive Somebody To Move On?

    Do We Need To Forgive Somebody To Move On?

    Forgiving someone can be challenging, especially when they don't apologize or make amends for the pain they've caused. Despite our desire to let go of the lingering hurt, it can be difficult. Tune in to this podcast to explore an alternative path for moving beyond past hurts, allowing space for new joy, hope, and possibilities in your life.

    After listening to this podcast, you might want to learn more about the Hoʻoponopono, a traditional Hawaiian practice of reconciliation and forgiveness. It has helped to clear my mind, lift my spirits, and practice self-forgiveness.

    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 Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, and LinkedIn. If you are interested in my work, please check out my books, "The Gift of Maybe: Finding Hope and Possibility in Uncertain Times" (including a new audiobook) and "A Year Without Men: A 12 Point Guide To Inspire and Empower Women." 

    Above all, my sincere wish is that this podcast has contributed to less suffering and more joy in your life!

    Are You Stressed About The Future?

    Are You Stressed About The Future?

    Many people believe that we are currently experiencing an unprecedented era of uncertainty, anxiety, and stress. Listen to this podcast to transform uncertainty into an asset and reshape your outlook of the future to hope and possibility. Additionally, discover more about the highly anticipated audiobook for the bestselling paperback, THE GIFT OF MAYBE: Finding Hope and Possibility in Uncertain Times, scheduled for release on November 21, 2023, which holds the potential to impact your life for the better!

    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 Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, and LinkedIn. If you are interested in my work, please check out my books, "The Gift of Maybe: Finding Hope and Possibility in Uncertain Times" (including a new audiobook) and "A Year Without Men: A 12 Point Guide To Inspire and Empower Women." 

    Above all, my sincere wish is that this podcast has contributed to less suffering and more joy in your life!

     

     

     

    Time Is On Your Side

    Time Is On Your Side

    Recently, I watched the Netflix film "Nyad," starring Annette Bening and Jodie Foster. The movie recounts the inspiring story of Diane Nyad and her remarkable swim from Cuba to Florida at age 64. It serves as a powerful reminder that we need not regret the paths not taken, as life continually presents us with opportunities to pursue our dreams. Tune in to this podcast for the inspiration to release regrets and pursue your goals with determination because the unknown is an expansive highway filled with 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 Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, and LinkedIn. If you are interested in my work, please check out my books, "The Gift of Maybe: Finding Hope and Possibility in Uncertain Times" (including a new audiobook) and "A Year Without Men: A 12 Point Guide To Inspire and Empower Women." 

    Above all, my sincere wish is that this podcast has contributed to less suffering and more joy in your life!

    Sometimes All We Can Do Is Love The World Into Tomorrow

    Sometimes All We Can Do Is Love The World Into Tomorrow

    Are you feeling overwhelmed by world events? Think the world's spiraling out of control? You can make a difference. Mark Nepo, in his book Surviving Storms, writes, "This is the purpose of goodness: to outweigh all the other possibilities by one gesture of care so that life will continue." Tune in to this podcast once more to find a renewed sense of hope in every gesture you make to help love the world into tomorrow.

    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 Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, and LinkedIn. If you are interested in my work, please check out my books, "The Gift of Maybe: Finding Hope and Possibility in Uncertain Times" (including a new audiobook) and "A Year Without Men: A 12 Point Guide To Inspire and Empower Women." 

    Above all, my sincere wish is that this podcast has contributed to less suffering and more joy in your life!

     

    The MAGIC To Finding The Joy Of Living

    The MAGIC To Finding The Joy Of Living

    While life may come with its challenges, there is a pathway to uncovering joy in our daily experiences. Tune in to this podcast to explore a five-step method known as MAGIC, designed to initiate your journey towards living your most fulfilling life!

    Does Your Life Feel Stale?

    Does Your Life Feel Stale?

    When we need life to be a certain way, we often miss out on new possibilities or opportunities. Listen to this podcast to learn how to let go of the way we thought life should be to create a new path. This re-aired episode from a few years ago serves as a valuable reminder that we are not stuck, and MAYBE an extraordinary future awaits us -- one beyond our wildest dreams!"

    Can You Feel Sad, Stressed And Happy At The Same Time?

    Can You Feel Sad, Stressed And Happy At The Same Time?

    Though we may not experience sadness, stress, and happiness simultaneously, we all possess certain aspects of our lives that, upon reflection, can evoke these emotions. However, when we lack effective methods for addressing our feelings of sadness or releasing our stress, these emotions often take center stage, leaving us with less room for happiness in our daily lives. Tune into this podcast to discover ways to embrace a life filled with greater opportunities and a sense of joy, even during challenging times.