Sufferless

For the first time ever, “reduced screen time / social media” topped losing weight and Dry January as the #1 New Year’s resolution. This is a signal that our minds need help. In this episode of Sufferless with a Part-Time Monk , Tim Tamashiro offers a compassionate look at why so many of us are trying to scroll less, and why it feels so uncomfortable when we do. This isn’t about willpower or self-...

In this episode of Sufferless with a Part-Time Monk , Tim Tamashiro explores the meaning behind the Walk for Peace , where Buddhist monks walk not to change the world, but to understand their own minds. As the world grows louder, more polarized, and more reactive, these monks choose a radically different approach. They walk in silence. They meet disruption without resistance. They practice peace w...

Why do we crave peace and simplicity, yet panic the moment there’s nothing to do? In this episode of Sufferless with a Part-Time Monk , Tim Tamashiro explores the surprising psychology and brain science behind boredom — and why our modern, over-stimulated lives have made stillness feel uncomfortable, even painful. Drawing on neuroscience, psychology, and personal stories from life before smartphon...

What if the secret to a better life was just five words? If it bugs you, let it go. In this episode, Tim breaks down the everyday annoyances that steal our peace and explains how the brain turns tiny moments into big suffering. You’ll learn the three hidden categories behind almost every irritation—anger, delusion, and greed—and the simple practice that can dissolve stress in seconds. This is your...

It’s December—the season when our inner world gets louder. If you’re feeling restless, reflective, or quietly longing for something more meaningful in your life, this episode is for you. In “Why Purpose Is Calling You — Especially at This Time of Year,” bestselling author and Part-Time Monk Tim Tamashiro explores why the end of the year naturally awakens a deep desire for purpose, alignment, and c...

If you’ve ever typed a message you later regretted — or felt pulled into an online argument you didn’t ask for — this episode will feel like a deep breath for your nervous system. In this episode of Sufferless with a Part-Time Monk , Tim Tamashiro breaks down the real reason we react so quickly on social media, in texts, and in everyday conversations. You’ll learn how the brain gets hijacked by di...

Why does money feel so personal? Why can a bill, a banking notification, or a simple financial decision make your whole body react like you’re in danger? In this deeply human and practical episode of Sufferless with a Part-Time Monk , Tim Tamashiro breaks down the real reason money feels like a test you keep failing — and why none of it is your fault. You’ll learn: • Why money anxiety is a nervous...

In this episode of Sufferless with a Part-Time Monk, Tim Tamashiro explores what happens when life becomes one endless to-do list. Through the story of YouTube filmmaker Casey Neistat’s burnout , the quiet wisdom of Rick Rubin’s creative calm , and a few lessons from Tim’s time as a monk, this episode reveals a powerful truth: you don’t need to keep trying so hard to be good - you already are. Dis...

Feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or stuck in hustle mode? You’re not alone. In this episode of Sufferless with a Part-Time Monk , bestselling author and former record rep Tim Tamashiro explores why real peace begins when you stop glorifying exhaustion and start honoring rest. Through a true story from his music-industry days, Tim reveals how years of nonstop hustle rewired his brain for stress—and...

Big changes can feel like standing on the deck of your life watching the horizon shift - exciting, but also a little terrifying. In this episode of Sufferless with a Part-Time Monk, host Tim Tamashiro shares how to stay grounded, peaceful, and confident when everything in your world starts to move. Drawing from his own leap - from speaking on cruise ships around the world to stepping into a new ch...

Ever feel like your phone is making you angrier than it should? In this episode of Sufferless with The Part-Time Monk , Tim Tamashiro unpacks why outrage feels addictive —and how algorithms profit from it. Learn how your brain’s survival wiring fuels online anger, how dopamine and cortisol keep you scrolling, and simple, science-backed tools to reclaim your calm. Discover The Sufferless Shift —Def...

The world feels heavy right now - stress, overthinking, and burnout have become the new normal. If your mind feels noisy and peace seems out of reach, you’re not alone. Sufferless with a Part-Time Monk is a weekly podcast that helps you quiet the chaos and find clarity in everyday life. Hosted by Tim Tamashiro - bestselling author, speaker, and former Buddhist monk - each episode blends everyday b...

If you’ve been feeling lost, stuck, or unsure where your life is headed — this episode is your gentle reminder that you’re not broken… you’re becoming. In this Sufferless Peptalk , Part-Time Monk Tim Tamashiro shares an uplifting message about finding your way back to purpose through the Japanese idea of ikigai — your reason for being. Tim explains why chasing money or titles won’t bring true fulf...

In this episode of Sufferless with a Part-Time Monk , Tim Tamashiro explores the science of real happiness — what he calls Happimore . Discover why your brain’s two-million-year-old operating system keeps chasing dopamine highs and how to gently rewire it for calm, contentment, and lasting joy. From Japan’s quiet streets to the neuroscience of craving, Tim shares how awareness and simple daily des...

In this episode of Sufferless with a Part-Time Monk , Tim Tamashiro explores the hidden addictions we never meant to sign up for — dopamine pleasure loops. From sugar cravings to endless scrolling, our brains are wired to chase short-term hits of reward that leave us restless and unsatisfied. You’ll learn why dopamine isn’t actually the “happiness chemical” but the wanting chemical , how our survi...

In this episode of Sufferless with a Part-Time Monk , Tim Tamashiro unpacks the three stages of the Sufferless Shift — Living by Default , Living by Deliberation , and Living by Design . Through relatable stories, brain science, and a touch of humor, you’ll discover why your mind gets stuck on old loops, how to pause and see those patterns clearly, and simple practices to create more peace on purp...

In this episode of Sufferless with a Part-Time Monk, bestselling author Tim Tamashiro ( How to Ikigai ) shows you why purpose doesn’t have to be a mystery or a midlife crisis. Through the Sufferless Shift (Default → Deliberation → Design), you’ll learn how to spot the everyday sparks that already give your life meaning. You’ll discover: Why your brain’s “Default mode” tricks you into thinking purp...

A home run ball. A dad, a kid, and a fan who wanted it for herself. What started as a ballpark souvenir turned into boos, a viral video, and a worldwide pile-on. In this episode of Sufferless with a Part-Time Monk , Tim Tamashiro unpacks the drama from three points of view—the woman, the dad, and the crowd—to show how our Default brains hijack us in the heat of the moment. You’ll learn why we crav...

Why does outrage feel so good, only to leave us drained, anxious, and hooked into arguments we never wanted to have? In this episode of Sufferless with a Part-Time Monk , Tim Tamashiro unpacks the science behind outrage, how social media exploits it, and why it creates a peace hangover instead of relief. Through personal stories, research, and surprising examples from Sarah Silverman’s compassiona...

Take a seat on The Bench in Iceland —a guided meditation story designed to help you slow down, breathe, and find peace in the middle of a busy mind. In this special Sufferless Meditation Story , Tim Tamashiro (the Part-Time Monk) shares a simple moment he experienced in a quiet Icelandic town: discovering a bench, sitting down, and letting the noise inside finally settle. Using his easy three-step...

AI chatbots are everywhere—from late-night companions to “therapy” apps promising comfort at the tap of a screen. But can they really bring peace of mind? In this episode of Sufferless with a Part-Time Monk , Tim Tamashiro explores the growing role of AI in mental health—what it gets right, where it falls short, and how you can use it responsibly without losing the wisdom that only real people and...

If you’ve ever crawled into bed exhausted only to find your brain hosting an all-night talk show, this episode is for you. Bestselling author and Part-Time Monk Tim Tamashiro breaks down why falling asleep feels impossible in the modern world—and how you can finally get the rest you need. Discover the hidden role dopamine plays in keeping your mind wired, why screens sabotage your melatonin produc...

Do you ever feel like your brain just won’t shut up? Like there’s a nonstop stream of worries, reminders, regrets, and what-ifs running on loop? You’re not broken—your brain is just doing what it’s built to do. In this episode of Sufferless with a Part-Time Monk , Tim Tamashiro explores why our minds feel so loud—and what to do about it. You’ll learn why you’re not your thoughts (you’re the listen...

In this episode of Sufferless with a Part-Time Monk , Tim Tamashiro explores why peace doesn’t come naturally—and why that’s not your fault. From the almond-sized amygdala that runs your stress response to a rare neuroscience case study of a woman who literally cannot feel fear, this episode dives into how your brain is wired for survival, not serenity. You’ll learn the three stages of the Sufferl...

Why do some people stay calm when life gets messy? In this episode, Tim Tamashiro shares the peaceful wisdom of his brother-in-law Dean, whose go-to phrase— “What are you gonna do?” —holds the key to letting go of unnecessary suffering. You’ll learn: How to shift from stress to clarity using the Sufferless Shift Why resistance creates more suffering than the situation itself A simple 3-step mental...