3804: Having Faith in Maybe by Allison Carmen on Finding Peace in the Unknown
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Episode 3804:
Allison Carmen explores how embracing the idea of "maybe" can help us shift from fear-based beliefs to a state of openness and eventual faith. Through her story of Joe, a man gripped by job insecurity, she shows how the practice of “maybe” can ease anxiety, reframe uncertainty, and foster emotional resilience in uncertain times.
Read along with the original article(s) here: http://www.allisoncarmen.com/having-faith-in-maybe-2/
Quotes to ponder:
"Belief clings, faith lets go."
"Beliefs try to make a known out of the unknown. They make presumptions about what is yet to come, how it will be, what it will mean, and how it will affect us."
"’Maybe’ creates a kind of cognitive faith that can help us get us through an unexpected situation."
Episode references:
The Gift of Maybe: https://www.amazon.com/Gift-Maybe-Offering-Hope-Uncertainty/dp/0399169539
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3803: Your House is Making You Tired (but you can fix it!) by Karen Trefzger of Maximum Gratitude Minimal Stuff
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Episode 3803:
Karen Trefzger reveals how your home environment may be secretly draining your energy through poor lighting, noise, clutter, and more. She offers simple, actionable changes that restore calm and vitality. With small adjustments like clearing surfaces or improving air quality, you can turn your space into a sanctuary that supports rest and well-being.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.maximumgratitudeminimalstuff.com/2025/10/your-house-is-making-you-tired.html
Quotes to ponder:
"Your home should be the antidote to stress, not the cause of it."
"Your brain processes everything in your environment, even when you're not aware of it."
"Small changes multiply and build on each other."
Episode references:
Coway Air Purifiers: https://www.cowaymega.com
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3802: The Why and How of Self Care by Randi Kay of Naturally Randi Kay on Understanding and Prioritizing Yourself
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Episode 3802:
Randi Kay passionately reminds us that self-care isn’t indulgent, it’s essential. By tuning into your body’s signals, embracing intentional movement, and prioritizing your own well-being, you not only heal and prevent burnout but also show up more fully for others. Her gentle but firm guidance helps transform daily self-care from a luxury into a non-negotiable ritual.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.naturallyrandikay.com/post/the-why-and-how-of-self-care
Quotes to ponder:
“Embrace movement as an essential part of being alive.”
“We weren’t created to sit at desks and stare at screens for 8+ hours a day.”
“If you listen to your body whisper, then you don’t have to hear it scream.”
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3801: Self-Care Ideas For Better Health and Nutrition by Danielle Omar of Food Confidence on Wellness and Nutrition
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Episode 3801:
Danielle Omar reminds us that food isn’t just fuel, it’s a powerful form of self-care. Through mindful eating and simple nutrition strategies, she shows how we can reduce stress, improve digestion, and build a healthier, more joyful relationship with what we eat.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.foodconfidence.com/2023/01/23/self-care-ideas-nutrition/
Quotes to ponder:
"Healthy eating could be one of the most overlooked, yet vital, forms of self-care."
"Are you eating with joy and treating yourself with love and kindness rather than criticizing yourself for eating foods you shouldn’t be eating?"
"Good digestive health is crucial so your body can break down, use, and store the vitamins and nutrients you consume."
Episode references:
MyFitnessPal: https://www.myfitnesspal.com/
Food Network: https://www.foodnetwork.com/
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3800: Making Excuses Zaps Your Motivation. So Don’t Do It by Tyler Tervooren of Riskology on Accountability and Action
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Episode 3800:
Tyler Tervooren shares two powerful true stories of individuals who overcame extreme odds by refusing to make excuses, an 11-year-old Ugandan boy who risked everything for an education and a Detroit man who walked 21 miles daily to keep his job. These examples underscore how taking full responsibility, rather than blaming external factors, boosts motivation, resilience, and long-term success.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.riskology.co/making-excuses/
Quotes to ponder:
"Making excuses now has a cascading effect on how you behave in the future."
"When you ask yourself those questions, you feel like you’re still in control of your destiny."
"If you focus on the story you can’t control, you’ll spiral towards failure. But if you focus on the story you can, you’ll spiral towards success."
Episode references:
The Journal of Psychology: https://www.tandfonline.com/journals/vjrl20
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