Whether you watch the news or not, if the fear and stress stay stuck inside you, it can block your ability to manifest and move forward with your life. What matters most is staying open—open to discomfort, open to possibility, and open to your
Sometimes we regret not selling that stock. Sometimes we wish we could return to a relationship that’s no longer in our lives. Other times, we force ourselves to love a job we hate or stay with someone we know isn’t right—hoping things will som
For all the White Lotus fans out there, Season 3 gave us a lot to think about—especially the moment in the finale when the monk says we suffer most when we search for resolutions that don’t exist. We’ve all been there: waiting to hear what our
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 p
This episode reflects on the show Severance and the timeless desire for a reset—to start fresh without the weight of the past. At first, it might seem like a relief to separate parts of the self, to live without stress, fear, or regret. But tr
In this episode, I explore one of Einstein’s most powerful questions and connect it to the latest World Happiness Report, which reveals something surprising about trust, happiness, and the goodness of people. You’ll learn how our beliefs about
Stress and anxiety can keep us stuck in a cycle of worry, making it hard to find peace in the present or feel hopeful about the future. In this episode, I explore how to break free from this mental loop, stay grounded in the moment, and make ch
When life throws challenges your way—whether it’s loss, rejection, aging, or comparison—do you allow these experiences to make you feel less than? In this episode of 10 Minutes to Less Suffering, I explore how we often attach our self-worth to
In this episode of 10 Minutes to Less Suffering, I explore what it really means to be present. Often, people mistake presence for disengagement—as if being in the moment means ignoring the world around us. But true presence isn’t about turning
After heartbreak, job loss, or a major setback, we’re often told to "move on." But true healing isn’t about letting go overnight—it’s a journey that takes time, patience, and self-compassion. This is a much-needed rebroadcast—a reminder that he
Are you waiting for life to fall into place before you feel truly happy? In this episode of 10 Minutes to Less Suffering, I dive into how we often resist the present moment—thinking our joy, purpose, or fulfillment lies somewhere else. But wha
If you’re feeling weighed down by uncertainty, fear, or the belief that things can’t get better, you’re not alone. It’s easy to fall into despair when the world feels unpredictable, but what if hope isn’t about knowing everything will be okay—b
We often find ourselves stuck in the past, wrestling with questions like when someone stopped loving us or why something unexpected happened. While processing our pain is essential, holding on to the need to understand the unknowable can keep
Are you ready to make 2025 your most successful year yet? In the latest episode of 10 Minutes to Less Suffering discover how releasing the need for certainty can open the door to unprecedented opportunities. Learn practical strategies to embrac
Are you finding everything going on in the world emotionally exhausting? Many of us need to be careful about stressing and worrying about things out of our control because it takes away from energy we can use to take care of our work and person
Every decision we make in life is rooted in one of four categories: certainty, probability, possibility, or uncertainty. How we approach these choices determines whether we hold ourselves back or unlock the door to real growth and transformati
Have you ever found yourself stuck, overthinking the next step, waiting for certainty before you move forward? In this special re-airing of one of my all-time favorite episodes, we dive into the powerful idea of leaping faster than your fear c
Are you holding on too tightly to people, outcomes, or situations? While love and care are essential, attachment often leads to suffering and holds us back from being our best selves. In this episode, discover how detachment can transform your
This episode is one of my all-time most popular, and every December, I listen to it to realign my mindset—setting intentions, letting go, and allowing new things to enter my life. I just revisited it, and honestly, I feel amazing. It might sou
As we look ahead to 2025, our success, joy, and peace will often have less to do with external circumstances and more to do with how we perceive ourselves in the world. In this episode, uncover 5 transformative tips to help you embrace yourself
In a world full of uncertainty and chaos, it’s fascinating to see debates about the kind of hope we should have. Hope is deeply personal—what works for one person might seem unrealistic or even delusional to another. Hope is also what fuels us
After experiencing heartbreak, job loss, or significant disappointment, we're often encouraged to "move on." While well-intentioned, this advice often overlooks the truth that healing is a journey—one that takes time to transform wounds into wi
Most of us don’t realize that the decisions we make each day aren’t guarantees; they’re more about probability or possibility than certainty. While this might initially make us feel stressed, this realization is actually the key to our freedom.
In this episode, I share my latest article, "What Happens If Your Candidate Doesn't Win? How We Can All Move Forward," featured in Maria Shriver's Sunday Paper. I explore the six principles of uncertainty and why not knowing the future is act
Letting go of the past can be incredibly tough, especially when we’re faced with moments we wish hadn’t happened or find hard to accept. This hit home for me just last week when my almost 92-year-old dad took a fall on cement. During those firs