We all have things that intrigue us and naturally pique our curiosity. Join Sylvia Plester-Silk on this episode of the 10 Minutes to Joy Podcast as she encourages you to find and indulge your natural curiosity. Set a budget, not only financial, but also other resources, to create opportunities for more discovery in your life! You deserve to experience expansion!

Join Sylvia Plester-Silk on 10 Minutes to Joy as she explores how authentic giving lifts your energy and strengthens connection. Learn how pure intentions and heartfelt generosity create joy, raise your vibration, and bring emotional freedom. A powerful reminder that the energy behind your actions shapes your relationships and your inner peace.

Feeling fear at the edge of something new? In this episode of 10 Minutes to Joy Podcast, Sylvia Plester-Silk, RSW, shares how she faced her fear of heights with compassion, deep breathing, and energy techniques. Learn how to take small, brave steps, embrace your emotions, and turn fear into inner strength.

In this episode of 10 Minutes to Joy, holistic psychotherapist Sylvia Plester-Silk explores burnout beyond the workplace, showing how it can affect every part of life when we live out of alignment with our values. Drawing from her own journey, Sylvia shares practical strategies to restore balance through physical, emotional, and spiritual self-care. Discover how to identify the early signs of burnout, create a “no longer” list, and cultivate lasting resilience to safeguard your well-being and rediscover joy.

In this episode of 10 Minutes to Joy, Sylvia Plester-Silk, RSW, explores how women can transform fear into assertiveness and reclaim their voice. Too often, silence and self-suppression keep us stuck in patterns of fear, but speaking up is an act of self-love that opens the door to joy and emotional freedom. Through personal stories and gentle guidance, Sylvia shares why courage matters, how to honor your truth without guilt, and why it’s never too late to find your voice. This empowering conversation reminds listeners that joy grows when we dare to speak up for ourselves.

Join Sylvia Plester-Silk on 10 Minutes to Joy as she reflects on National Truth and Reconciliation Day in Canada. She explores the legacy of residential schools, the lack of Indigenous history in public spaces, and the importance of moving beyond symbolic gestures. With a focus on education, respect, and meaningful action, Sylvia highlights what Canadians still need to learn to truly honour Indigenous peoples and work toward reconciliation. Please take the time to read the report here: https://nctr.ca/about/history-of-the-trc/truth-and-reconciliation-commission-of-canada/ The photo for today's podcast was taken in Dawson City, Yukon, Canada. Ch'ondey, from the Han Language, means "medicine on land." This was an artistic demonstration that every child matters. 

Struggling to find an exercise routine you actually enjoy? In this episode of 10 Minutes to Joy, Sylvia Plester-Silk shares her journey from working with her trainer, Pam, to discovering the surprising joy of AquaFit classes twice a week. From the physical benefits to the laughter and motivation of having a workout partner, she explores how staying active after 50 can be fun, social, and energizing. Tune in and discover why your past doesn’t limit what’s possible for your health and vitality today.

Do you often seek approval from others before making decisions? In this episode of 10 Minutes to Joy, Sylvia Plester-Silk shares her personal journey of breaking free from the habit of relying on external validation. She explores how fear and self-doubt can undermine confidence and how tuning into your body’s inner wisdom can guide you toward decisions that feel right for you. Sylvia encourages listeners to embrace mistakes as safe and essential stepping stones for personal growth. She provides practical tips to strengthen self-trust, including slowing down, checking in with your physical responses, and learning to honor your unique patterns instead of following someone else’s system.

This fall, put yourself first. In this episode of 10 Minutes to Joy, Sylvia Plester-Silk shares practical self-care tips to help you stay energized, balanced, and connected. Learn how to build simple daily rituals, use breathing breaks for calm, and embrace nourishing practices that make you your own top priority.

Words carry energy—and the way we speak to ourselves shapes our health, relationships, and joy. In this episode of 10 Minutes to Joy, Sylvia Plester-Silk, RSW, explores the hidden power of language, weaving in Dr. Masaru Emoto’s fascinating research on water molecules and how words influence energy patterns. Through a candid story about falling into nagging behavior, Sylvia shares how self-awareness, proper amends, and mindful self-talk can shift negative cycles into compassion and connection. Listeners will learn simple practices like conscious breathing, noticing body signals, and using the phrase “up until now” to gently reframe thoughts. If you’ve struggled with self-criticism or repeating old patterns, this episode offers tools to release negative energy, nurture self-compassion, and improve the way you connect with others.

In this episode of the 10 Minutes to Joy Podcast, Sylvia Plester-Silk explores how the universe communicates through animal spirit messages, synchronicities, and intuition, sharing personal stories and client experiences that reveal the power of noticing and trusting these signs. From snakes warning of life changes to cardinals offering comfort after loss, Sylvia explains how being present, mindful, and energetically clear opens the door to deeper guidance. She offers practical tips for tuning into your intuition, encourages emotional healing work, and recommends her book Healing is Possible and its workbook to help you align with the universe and live with clarity and purpose. Check out Asha Frost’s The Animal Elders Oracle Cards or Ted Andrew’s Animal-Speak to help you interpret your messages.

In this uplifting episode of the 10 Minutes to Joy Podcast, Sylvia Plester-Silk explores the art of sharing—not just what we share, but how and why we share it. Through heartfelt personal stories, she reveals how intentional sharing can deepen connection, foster emotional well-being, and bring more joy into our lives. You’ll discover: • How to choose what to share in a way that respects others’ choices • Why sharing both vulnerabilities and uplifting moments creates stronger, more authentic relationships • The role of mindful communication during times of stress and mental health challenges • How intentional reciprocity can turn everyday interactions into moments of genuine joy • Simple ways to share positive, uplifting content that energizes rather than drains Whether it’s a funny story, a treasured recipe, or a moment of hope, Sylvia invites you to embrace mindful, loving communication that lifts both the giver and the receiver. You’ll walk away inspired to share with more purpose—and open your heart to receive with gratitude. Follow @Marion Cooks on Facebook for delicious recipes, tips, and tricks in the kitchen. If you are looking for an amazing Public Speaking Coach, reach out to Steve Lowell, CSP.

In this episode of the 10 Minutes to Joy podcast, Sylvia Plester-Silk, RSW, explores how intentional rest can become a powerful practice for reconnecting with joy, clarity, and purpose. In a culture obsessed with productivity, Sylvia shares personal insights about the transformative power of slowing down—without guilt. She discusses how meaningful pauses, proper nourishment, and intuitive space can lead to better decisions, emotional healing, and a more joyful life. If you’re feeling burnt out or disconnected, this episode offers both permission and practical encouragement to embrace rest as a soul-aligned next step.

On this episode of the 10 Minutes to Joy Podcast, Sylvia Plester-Silk speaks directly from the Akasha to guide listeners through a soul-centred approach to goal-setting. Moving beyond external expectations and traditional models, Sylvia invites you to connect with your divine inspiration and authentic self to craft goals that truly bring joy and meaning. This episode explores how to align your goals with inner wisdom, embrace the human experience with compassion, and find a sustainable balance between ambition and fulfillment. If you’re ready to ditch the ”shoulds” and set goals that light you up from the inside out, this episode of 10 Minutes to Joy is for you.

In this 11-minute episode of 10 Minutes to Joy, Sylvia Plester-Silk, RSW, explores the invisible tug-of-war between your mind and emotions, and the deeper battle between ego and higher self. Learn how these inner voices shape your decisions—often without your awareness. Sylvia offers simple yet powerful ways to recognize who’s really running the show—and how to shift toward a more aligned, soul-led life. If you’ve ever felt stuck in your head or ruled by emotion, this episode is your guide to tuning into your higher wisdom.

On this episode of the 10 Minutes to Joy Podcast, Sylvia Plester-Silk, RSW, shares a powerful reframe on karma—not as punishment for past sins, but as energetic imprints on the soul’s lens. Drawing inspiration from Edward Mannix’s book, Reinventing Truth, Sylvia explores how healing these karmic imprints can lead to emotional freedom, soul clarity, and personal growth. Through her own transformative experiences, Sylvia invites listeners to view karma as an opportunity for healing and illumination. Tune in to shift your perspective and discover how clearing karmic energy can help your soul shine more brightly. Please note, I should have said ”10MinutestoJoy.com”

On this episode of the 10 Minutes to Joy Podcast, Sylvia Plester-Silk, RSW, takes you on a transformative journey into the Akashic Records—often called the soul’s library. She describes her experience in the records - this universal source of wisdom to uncover past life influences, soul imprints, and hidden blocks that weigh us down. She shares previous Akashic teachings on happiness and joy. Learn how aligning with your soul’s truth can release heaviness and awaken authentic joy—not just as a feeling, but as a way of being. Learn how happiness starts within, and joy is the soul’s radiant expression. Tune in to discover how the Akashic Records can help you reclaim emotional freedom, and joy!

In this uplifting episode of 10 Minutes to Joy Podcast, Sylvia Plester-Silk explores the powerful connection between laughter, fun, and emotional well-being. Sylvia shares how making space for fun and laughter—even just a little—can dramatically improve balance in the midst of life’s responsibilities. From comedy shows to playful moments with loved ones, she invites listeners to prioritize fun and spark positive change in their lives and communities. NOTE: The Adventure Challenge is the book she mentioned, which includes scratch-and-do activities. Join Sylvia in launching a joyful movement—starting with one question: what made you laugh this week?

In this episode of the10 Minutes to Joy Podcast, Sylvia Plester-Silk, RSW, shares powerful strategies to improve sleep quality using proven sleep hygiene practices and calming relaxation techniques. Drawing from both personal experience and professional expertise, Sylvia offers practical tips like setting a consistent sleep schedule, avoiding late-night stimulation, and using simple stress-reducing methods to prepare your mind and body for rest. You’ll also learn a personal technique Sylvia uses to manage stress that supports deep, restorative sleep. Tune in and discover how quality sleep is a key foundation for emotional healing, growth, and living with purpose.

In this episode of 10 Minutes to Joy, Sylvia Plester-Silk, RSW, explores The Power of Unconscious Patterns in Love and Life, revealing how deeply rooted beliefs, emotions, and thoughts influence your relationships and personal well-being. Discover how subconscious patterns—such as fear of honesty or unmet childhood needs—can lead to conflict, disconnection, or self-sabotage. Learn why traditional talk therapy may fall short and how energy-based therapy can help you access and heal these patterns at the core. If you’re ready to improve your relationships and release old blocks, this transformative episode is a must-listen.