Why do we stay stuck in situations we know aren’t working? In this powerful episode of Sufferless with A Part-Time Monk, Tim Tamashiro explores the hidden patterns that keep us feeling trapped—and reveals the surprising truth: what you’re not changing, you may still be choosing.

You’ll learn how the reactive Back Brain resists change to protect you, and how the calm, clear Front Brain helps you reclaim your power. With insights from neuroscience and everyday life, Tim guides you through The Sufferless Shift: from default to deliberate, from autopilot to awareness.

This episode also features the inspiring story of TikToker Christi Newrutzen, whose viral series “How Long Did It Actually Take Me?” shows how small actions can free us from the weight of avoidance.

If you're tired of feeling stuck and ready to make a meaningful move—even a small one—this episode will help you break the cycle and take your next step with clarity.

Keywords: feeling stuck, how to change, Sufferless podcast, Tim Tamashiro, part-time monk, mental habits, Back Brain vs Front Brain, procrastination, how to get unstuck, personal growth, one small move

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You don’t have to shave your head or live in a monastery to find peace. In fact, peace is already inside you—buried beneath the noise of modern life. Welcome to Sufferless, the podcast that helps you quiet your mind, rewire your brain, and live with more ease.

In this pilot episode, host **Tim Tamashiro—author, keynote speaker, and former Buddhist monk**shares a powerful truth: suffering is natural, but it’s also optional.

Drawing from neuroscience and lived experience, Tim introduces The Sufferless Shift, a three-part process to help you interrupt stress and return to clarity.

You’ll learn:

• Why your brain is wired to suffer by default—and how that’s not your fault
• The simple Shift that puts your wise, calm mind back in charge
• A daily, science-backed mindfulness practice—the One-Breath Reset—to lighten your mental load in moments of stress

You’ll also hear Tim’s own turning point: a raw, honest account of anxiety, burnout, and how one breakdown became a breakthrough. If you've ever felt overwhelmed, reactive, or lost in the fog, this episode offers a clear and compassionate path forward.

Keywords: mindfulness podcast, reduce anxiety, brain rewiring, inner peace, Buddhist-inspired, stress relief, emotional regulation, mental health, meditation, calm mind, neuroscience of suffering, healing story

👉 Subscribe now to learn how to suffer less and happy more.

Peace is possible with practice.

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Are you exhausted from mentally policing everyone’s behavior—coworkers, strangers, even your own family? You’re not alone. In this episode of Sufferless, Tim Tamashiro breaks down The Let Them Theory—a powerful mindset shift made popular by Mel Robbins and her daughter Sawyer—and explores why trying to control others is secretly stealing your peace.

You’ll discover:

• Why your brain is wired to get triggered when people “don’t follow the rules”
• The surprising neuroscience behind control and reactivity
• A simple, daily practice called The Let Them Pause that helps you let go, feel lighter, and reclaim your calm

This episode follows The Sufferless Shift:

🧠 Part One: The Default — Why playing life’s hall monitor feels so hardwired (hint: it is)

✨ Part Two: The Shift — How to rewire your brain to stop reacting to what’s not yours to fix

🧘‍♂️ Part Three: The Practice — A real-world mindfulness tool to help you say “Let them” and move on with peace

If you’ve been craving relief from frustration, resentment, or emotional burnout—this one’s for you.

Keywords: Mel Robbins, Let Them Theory, mindfulness practice, how to stop controlling others, reduce stress, emotional regulation, mental wellness podcast, reactive brain, compassion, amygdala, part-time monk, suffer less, happimore, peace of mind

👉 Subscribe now and take the next step toward a calmer, lighter life.

🧡 Peace is possible—with practice.

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