Best Allison Carmen Podcasts (2025)

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Episode: #294: Navigating Uncertainty with Sandra Beck and Allison Carmen 56:41

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On this episode of Coach Talk Radio, host Sandra Beck welcomes Allison Carmen, author of The Gift of Maybe and A Year Without Men, for a powerful conversation about how we confront—and sometimes avoid—uncertainty in our daily lives. From the comfort of TV reruns (hello, predictable plotlines and nostalgic joy!) to the rituals we create to restore c…

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3658: Can We Choose How We Feel? by Allison Carmen on How to Cultivate Peace and Joy 8:31

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3658: Allison Carmen explores how our thoughts shape our emotional world and offers practical ways to break free from patterns that cause unnecessary suffering. By shifting perspective and embr…

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3686: This Can Help - Doing Things For No Purpose by Anthony Ongaro of Break the Twitch on Playfulness and Creativity 11:21

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3686: Anthony Ongaro explores the surprising value of doing things without a defined purpose, revealing how playfulness and curiosity can boost creativity, reduce burnout, and generate eustress…

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Fix Ourselves or Be Ourselves? 10:46

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In today’s episode of Ten Minutes to Less Suffering, I explore the difference between constantly trying to fix ourselves and learning to fully inhabit who we already are. When we stop searching for solutions outside ourselves and begin to listen inwardly, we return to a place of clarity, presence, and strength. Affirmation: I don’t chase wholeness.…

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3685: Mid-Week Check In: 10 Mindful Questions to Ask Yourself by Antonia Collins of Balance Through Simplicity 9:27

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3685: Antonia Collins shares a practical yet nurturing approach to staying grounded during a hectic week with 10 simple questions designed to bring awareness, calm, and clarity. Whether you’re …

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3684: How You Do Anything Is How You Do Everything by Ryan Holiday 12:04

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3684: Ryan Holiday reveals how the smallest decisions shape our identity and long-term success, emphasizing that discipline in daily routines carries into every area of life. By mastering how w…

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3683: 3 Ways Mindfulness Simplifies Life by Catherine Beard with SimplyFiercely on Cultivating True Inner Peace 9:03

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3683: Catherine Beard shares how mindfulness helped her move beyond the surface-level calm of minimalism to cultivate true inner peace. By living in the present, she’s learned to prioritize wha…

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3682: Stop Overthinking by Ali Cornish of Everthrive on Mental Clarity and Purposeful Living 10:28

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3682: Ali Cornish unpacks the paralyzing nature of overthinking and how it subtly sabotages progress and peace of mind. By encouraging conscious action, presence, and a release from mental loop…

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3681: Facing Your Fears: Living Life In The Key Of Awesome by Roger Lawson of RogLawFitness on How to have Courage 12:22

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3681: Rog Law explores how embracing fear, rather than avoiding it, can unlock a richer, more authentic life. By sharing personal stories and insights, he encourages you to step boldly into dis…

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3680: This 75-Year Harvard Study Shows How To Have Lifetime Joy by Benjamin Hardy on Health and Happiness 12:37

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3680: Benjamin Hardy explores the profound impact of relationships on our health, happiness, and personal growth, drawing from a 75-year Harvard study and other compelling research. You'll disc…

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The Pain Of Uncertainty Isn't Proof That Anything Is Wrong 10:52

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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 …

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3679: Freestyle Productivity: Balancing Systems and Simplicity When Organizing Your Life by Cal Newport 9:34

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3679: Cal Newport explores a minimalist yet effective approach to personal productivity by combining structured systems with intuitive freedom. Drawing on insights from top performers, he outli…

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3678: Hope Is The Thing With Feathers by Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui of A Life In Progress on How to Be More Optimistic 9:10

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3678: Krista O’Reilly-Davi-Digui reflects on a quietly profound moment shared with her dying mother, discovering that hope can exist alongside grief. Through birdsong, sunlight, and presence, s…

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The Power of Story: A Conversation with Author Marie Bostwick 1:05:26

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In this episode of Her Next Act, host Joan Paul sits down with New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Marie Bostwick for a conversation about finding the courage to pursue one's dreams, despite perceived or real obsstacles in life. Marie’s latest novel, The Book Club for Troublesome Women, is one she calls the “book of her life”— and it’s …

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3677: Fish don't know they're in water AND What do you hate not doing? by Derek Sivers on Chasing Goals 8:22

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3677: Derek Sivers shares two compact yet profound reflections: one on the paradox of chasing goals and the other on handling hatred. In the first, he reminds us that striving too hard can back…

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'Not My Type': How Two Women Took Down Trump on Sexual Assault (With E. Jean Carroll and Roberta Kaplan) 1:00:59

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Not even a year into the second Trump administration, it’s clear that people are struggling for hope. But there’s hope to be found in so many places, including in the wisdom of the women who took on Trump—and won. E. Jean Carroll and her lawyer Roberta “Robbie” Kaplan made headlines in 2023 and 2024 for winning a significant legal battle against Tr…

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3676: STOP Sleepwalking Through Life - Here’s How To Wake Up and Thrive by Andie Thueson on Positive Mindset Shift 12:54

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3676: Andie Thueson urges readers to wake up from the autopilot routines that dull life’s vibrancy, offering practical steps to reclaim joy, creativity, and purpose. Through self-inquiry, energ…

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3675: A Step-By-Step Guide on Letting Go of Expectations by Rebecca Crespo of Minimalism Made Simple 11:01

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3675: Rebecca Crespo explores how clinging to expectations can quietly undermine happiness, strain relationships, and fuel internal stress. Her guidance reveals how letting go fosters emotional…

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3674: Underachieving Never Felt So Good. Here's Why by Cylon George of Spiritual Living For Busy People 11:41

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3674: Cylon George invites readers to embrace the surprising joy of underachievement by challenging society’s obsession with constant productivity. By stepping off the treadmill of striving, he…

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3673: How Being the "Black Sheep" of Your Family Affects Your Mental Health by Sara Stanizai 10:38

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3673: Sara Stanizai unpacks the emotional toll of being the family “black sheep,” exploring how rejection, shame, and unmet expectations can deeply impact mental health. Her insights offer a pa…

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3672: 6 Life Areas You’re Avoiding: And 4 Ways to Face Them Head On by Ingrid Y Helander 12:21

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3672: Ingrid Y. Helander explores how avoidance silently undermines key areas of life - from work and health to relationships and finances, and reveals how small, compassionate steps can interr…

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Inside the Feminist Fight to Reclaim Our Reproductive Freedom (with Renee Bracey Sherman, Michele Goodwin, Angie Jean-Marie and Amy Merrill, Susan Frietsche, and Gov. Maura Healey) 1:02:56

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Ms. launched with a bold declaration: Women were having abortions, and the law should allow for it. In the more than 50 years since, abortion access, abortion laws, anti-abortion violence, and abortion’s connection to larger feminist issues have remained core to the magazine. In this episode of "Looking Back, Moving Forward," host Carmen Rios trace…

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Are You Always Defending Your Perspective? 10:17

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This week on Ten Minutes to Less Suffering, explore a subtle yet powerful source of stress: the habit of constantly defending your perspective. From workplace decisions to personal relationships, many find themselves drained by the need to be understood, validated, or agreed with. But is it worth the cost to your energy, clarity, and peace? Discove…

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3671: Sheer Willpower Won't Work. If You Want to Change Your Habits, Try This Instead. by Paula Pant of Afford Anything 10:36

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3671: Paula Pant challenges the myth that willpower is the key to success, revealing how environment, systems, and identity play a far greater role in shaping our behavior. By understanding the…

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3670: Living Your Life Purpose by Steve Pavlina on Conscious Decisions and Continuous Reflection 11:02

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3670: Steve Pavlina explores practical ways to align your daily choices with your life’s true purpose, offering insights that help cut through confusion and hesitation. His approach emphasizes …

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3669: 6 Solutions When Life Feels Hopeless by Kristena Eden and Kim Giles of Core Living Essentials 11:34

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3669: When life feels overwhelming, Kim Giles and Kristena Eden offer six compassionate strategies to restore hope and purpose. Their insights, rooted in resilience, gratitude, and meaningful c…

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3668: How to Be More Mindful on Social Media by Shirley of Daring Living on Self Improvement 10:57

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3668: Shirley shares practical strategies for reclaiming control over your digital habits, from deleting unnecessary apps to setting mindful time limits. By curating a positive online environme…

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3667: Taking It In (and Not Tweeting About It) by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle on How to Be More Mindful 10:05

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3667: Stepping away from his smartphone, Colin Wright reflects on how constant connectivity can subtly erode our ability to stay present and engaged with real-life moments. His insights encoura…