What if respect isn’t something we owe to power, but something power owes to us? We start with a listener’s challenge - “say one nice thing about Trump” - and follow the thread through the messy intersection of office, behavior, and accountability. Titles don’t launder harm, and a single human moment can’t offset a pattern of contempt. From there, we look at how policy choices reveal priorities: a proposed five‑year social media review for visa waiver travelers as North America prepares for the World Cup and the Olympics. The contradiction is stark - inviting the world to celebrate while signaling suspicion at the border - and it raises real questions about free expression, privacy, and soft power. We also zoom in on shifting political ground at home, from Miami’s new Democratic mayor to a heavyweight Texas primary shaped by gerrymandering and court decisions. Then we widen back to Central America, where Honduras faces a pivotal choice between corruption and hardline order. We talk candidly about security, due process, and the risks of letting fear do the policymaking. Power without guardrails breeds hypocrisy; pardoning a convicted trafficker while pushing extrajudicial force is the definition of mixed signals. Underneath these stories runs a deeper current: empathy fatigue. A San Diego freeway closure for a suicidal man triggered more outrage over delays than concern for a life in crisis. We connect that brittleness to our unprocessed pandemic grief and the way social media rewards performative cruelty as often as it amplifies care. And because joy is part of the antidote, we end with a Hallmark curveball - yes, a firefighter, two cats, and a soft landing. Comfort isn’t an escape from seriousness; it’s fuel for showing up with more humanity the next day. If this resonates, share it with a friend, hit follow, and leave us a review with one takeaway you’re still thinking about. Your notes shape what we explore next.Thank you for stopping by. Please visit our website: <a href='http://allaboutthejoy.com/'>All About The Joy</a> and add, like and share. You can also support us by shopping at our <a href='https://allaboutthejoy.com/swag/'>STORE</a> - We&apos;d appreciate that greatly. Also, if you want to find us anywhere on social media, please check out the<a href='https://lnk.bio/carmenlezeth'> link in bio</a> page. Music By Geovane Bruno, Moments, 3481 Editing by Team A-J Host, <a href='https://carmensuarez.com/'>Carmen Lezeth</a> DISCLAIMER: As always, please do your own research and understand that the opinions in this podcast and livestream are meant for entertainment purposes only. States and other areas may have different rules and regulations governing certain aspects discussed in this podcast. Nothing in our podcast or livestream is meant to be medical or legal advice. Please use common sense, and when in doubt, ask a professional for advice, assistance, help and guidance.

<description>&lt;p&gt;What if respect isn’t something we owe to power, but something power owes to us? We start with a listener’s challenge - “say one nice thing about Trump” - and follow the thread through the messy intersection of office, behavior, and accountability. Titles don’t launder harm, and a single human moment can’t offset a pattern of contempt. From there, we look at how policy choices reveal priorities: a proposed five‑year social media review for visa waiver travelers as North America prepares for the World Cup and the Olympics. The contradiction is stark - inviting the world to celebrate while signaling suspicion at the border - and it raises real questions about free expression, privacy, and soft power.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;We also zoom in on shifting political ground at home, from Miami’s new Democratic mayor to a heavyweight Texas primary shaped by gerrymandering and court decisions. Then we widen back to Central America, where Honduras faces a pivotal choice between corruption and hardline order. We talk candidly about security, due process, and the risks of letting fear do the policymaking. Power without guardrails breeds hypocrisy; pardoning a convicted trafficker while pushing extrajudicial force is the definition of mixed signals.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Underneath these stories runs a deeper current: empathy fatigue. A San Diego freeway closure for a suicidal man triggered more outrage over delays than concern for a life in crisis. We connect that brittleness to our unprocessed pandemic grief and the way social media rewards performative cruelty as often as it amplifies care. And because joy is part of the antidote, we end with a Hallmark curveball - yes, a firefighter, two cats, and a soft landing. Comfort isn’t an escape from seriousness; it’s fuel for showing up with more humanity the next day.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;If this resonates, share it with a friend, hit follow, and leave us a review with one takeaway you’re still thinking about. Your notes shape what we explore next.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Thank you &lt;/b&gt;for stopping by. Please visit our website: &lt;a href='http://allaboutthejoy.com/'&gt;All About The Joy&lt;/a&gt; and &lt;b&gt;&lt;em&gt;add, like and share&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/b&gt;. You can also support us by shopping at our &lt;a href='https://allaboutthejoy.com/swag/'&gt;STORE&lt;/a&gt; - We&amp;apos;d appreciate that greatly. Also, if you want to find us anywhere on social media, please check out the&lt;a href='https://lnk.bio/carmenlezeth'&gt; link in bio&lt;/a&gt; page. &lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Music By Geovane Bruno, Moments, 3481&lt;br/&gt;Editing by Team A-J&lt;br/&gt;Host, &lt;a href='https://carmensuarez.com/'&gt;Carmen Lezeth&lt;/a&gt; &lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;em&gt;DISCLAIMER: As always, please do your own research and understand that the opinions in this podcast and livestream are meant for entertainment purposes only. States and other areas may have different rules and regulations governing certain aspects discussed in this podcast. Nothing in our podcast or livestream is meant to be medical or legal advice. Please use common sense, and when in doubt, ask a professional for advice, assistance, help and guidance. &lt;/em&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

What if respect isn’t something we owe to power, but something power owes to us? We start with a listener’s challenge - “say one nice thing about Trump” - and follow the thread through the messy intersection of office, behavior, and accountability. Titles don’t launder harm, and a single human moment can’t offset a pattern of contempt. From there, we look at how policy choices reveal priorities: a proposed five‑year social media review for visa waiver travelers as North America prepares for t...

Respect, Accountability, and the Politics of Fear: From U.S. Elections to Honduras

A candid conversation with Blake Fischer on rebuilding trust, cutting through outrage, and restoring self‑government.Politics shouldn’t feel like a loyalty test, but for a lot of people it does. We invited Blake Fischer, creator of The Homeless Conservative, to talk about why so many “exhausted citizens” are stepping back, how the parties lost their grip on governing, and what it takes to rebuild trust in a system that seems to reward outrage over outcomes. From his early days on a mayoral campaign to launching a podcast meant to add clarity instead of heat, Blake lays out a simple frame: conserve the constitutional order, return Congress to legislating, and stop treating presidents like kings. We dig into the century-long power shift from Capitol Hill to the White House, why executive orders keep multiplying, and how court rulings and crisis politics nudged us toward a presidency that tries to do everything. Blake explains how weak parties and strong PACs pushed primaries to extremes, sidelining nuance and elevating personalities. We trade notes on media incentives, the dopamine economy of fear and anger, and what younger voters—who only know politics in the Trump era—have been taught to expect. The throughline is practical: write down your principles before you pick your person, follow sources that cite evidence, and reward anyone who corrects themselves in public. This conversation isn’t about agreeing on every issue; it’s about restoring the habits that make self-government possible. If you’ve felt torn between teams, wary of headlines, or unsure where to start, you’ll leave with a clearer map: how to talk across differences without losing your friends, how to pressure representatives to do their job, and how to sort fact from noise when the feeds light up. Subscribe, share this with a friend who’s checked out, and leave a review telling us one principle you won’t compromise on—what would help you re-engage?Thank you for stopping by. Please visit our website: <a href='http://allaboutthejoy.com/'>All About The Joy</a> and add, like and share. You can also support us by shopping at our <a href='https://allaboutthejoy.com/swag/'>STORE</a> - We&apos;d appreciate that greatly. Also, if you want to find us anywhere on social media, please check out the<a href='https://lnk.bio/carmenlezeth'> link in bio</a> page. Music By Geovane Bruno, Moments, 3481 Editing by Team A-J Host, <a href='https://carmensuarez.com/'>Carmen Lezeth</a> DISCLAIMER: As always, please do your own research and understand that the opinions in this podcast and livestream are meant for entertainment purposes only. States and other areas may have different rules and regulations governing certain aspects discussed in this podcast. Nothing in our podcast or livestream is meant to be medical or legal advice. Please use common sense, and when in doubt, ask a professional for advice, assistance, help and guidance.

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;A candid conversation with Blake Fischer on rebuilding trust, cutting through outrage, and restoring self‑government.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Politics shouldn’t feel like a loyalty test, but for a lot of people it does. We invited Blake Fischer, creator of The Homeless Conservative, to talk about why so many “exhausted citizens” are stepping back, how the parties lost their grip on governing, and what it takes to rebuild trust in a system that seems to reward outrage over outcomes. From his early days on a mayoral campaign to launching a podcast meant to add clarity instead of heat, Blake lays out a simple frame: conserve the constitutional order, return Congress to legislating, and stop treating presidents like kings.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;We dig into the century-long power shift from Capitol Hill to the White House, why executive orders keep multiplying, and how court rulings and crisis politics nudged us toward a presidency that tries to do everything. Blake explains how weak parties and strong PACs pushed primaries to extremes, sidelining nuance and elevating personalities. We trade notes on media incentives, the dopamine economy of fear and anger, and what younger voters—who only know politics in the Trump era—have been taught to expect. The throughline is practical: write down your principles before you pick your person, follow sources that cite evidence, and reward anyone who corrects themselves in public.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;This conversation isn’t about agreeing on every issue; it’s about restoring the habits that make self-government possible. If you’ve felt torn between teams, wary of headlines, or unsure where to start, you’ll leave with a clearer map: how to talk across differences without losing your friends, how to pressure representatives to do their job, and how to sort fact from noise when the feeds light up. Subscribe, share this with a friend who’s checked out, and leave a review telling us one principle you won’t compromise on—what would help you re-engage?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Thank you &lt;/b&gt;for stopping by. Please visit our website: &lt;a href='http://allaboutthejoy.com/'&gt;All About The Joy&lt;/a&gt; and &lt;b&gt;&lt;em&gt;add, like and share&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/b&gt;. You can also support us by shopping at our &lt;a href='https://allaboutthejoy.com/swag/'&gt;STORE&lt;/a&gt; - We&amp;apos;d appreciate that greatly. Also, if you want to find us anywhere on social media, please check out the&lt;a href='https://lnk.bio/carmenlezeth'&gt; link in bio&lt;/a&gt; page. &lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Music By Geovane Bruno, Moments, 3481&lt;br/&gt;Editing by Team A-J&lt;br/&gt;Host, &lt;a href='https://carmensuarez.com/'&gt;Carmen Lezeth&lt;/a&gt; &lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;em&gt;DISCLAIMER: As always, please do your own research and understand that the opinions in this podcast and livestream are meant for entertainment purposes only. States and other areas may have different rules and regulations governing certain aspects discussed in this podcast. Nothing in our podcast or livestream is meant to be medical or legal advice. Please use common sense, and when in doubt, ask a professional for advice, assistance, help and guidance. &lt;/em&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

A candid conversation with Blake Fischer on rebuilding trust, cutting through outrage, and restoring self‑government. Politics shouldn’t feel like a loyalty test, but for a lot of people it does. We invited Blake Fischer, creator of The Homeless Conservative, to talk about why so many “exhausted citizens” are stepping back, how the parties lost their grip on governing, and what it takes to rebuild trust in a system that seems to reward outrage over outcomes. From his early days on a mayoral c...

Politics Without Rage | Blake Fischer on Trust, Congress, and The Homeless Conservative

Part 1 - Politics USA cabinet official leaks sensitive strike details on a personal Signal account, a suspected war crime at sea ignites bipartisan scrutiny, and Trump drops 158 posts to flood the news cycle. We connect the dots between bad judgment, broken incentives, and a culture that rewards noise over integrity—then pivot to how ordinary people can still choose clarity, community, and joy. We unpack what the Pentagon’s inspector general actually found, why firing on survivors violates both law and conscience, and how institutional timidity lets reckless decisions stand. From Congress to corporate suites, too many stakeholders run a personal cost-benefit analysis and call it leadership. We talk candidly about due process, soft power, and the growing distance between American ideals and American behavior that allies can’t ignore. Part 2 - Social Media Australia DoingsThe conversation shifts to Australia’s under-16 social media ban: bold signal or blunt tool? We weigh the mental health upside against enforcement pitfalls like age verification, privacy risks, and teen workarounds. What works better is intentional digital life - parent-guided norms, critical thinking, and open talk about algorithms, creator incentives, and AI fakery. For today’s kids, the phone is the new street corner because the real one is empty; rebuilding offline freedom matters as much as any app rule.Part 3 - Hallmark Update with Andrea To close, we check in on small comforts with Hallmark and holiday movies - why cozy tropes help our nervous systems, what makes a good one (chemistry, clean writing, a near-kiss well-earned), and where the genre needs to grow. Authentic diversity isn’t a checkbox; it’s the texture that keeps stories honest!   Heavy news and light stories can live side by side. Hit play, share with a friend, and tell us: what’s your go-to comfort watch this season? If this resonated, subscribe, leave a review, and join the conversation.Thank you for stopping by. Please visit our website: <a href='http://allaboutthejoy.com/'>All About The Joy</a> and add, like and share. You can also support us by shopping at our <a href='https://allaboutthejoy.com/swag/'>STORE</a> - We&apos;d appreciate that greatly. Also, if you want to find us anywhere on social media, please check out the<a href='https://lnk.bio/carmenlezeth'> link in bio</a> page. Music By Geovane Bruno, Moments, 3481 Editing by Team A-J Host, <a href='https://carmensuarez.com/'>Carmen Lezeth</a> DISCLAIMER: As always, please do your own research and understand that the opinions in this podcast and livestream are meant for entertainment purposes only. States and other areas may have different rules and regulations governing certain aspects discussed in this podcast. Nothing in our podcast or livestream is meant to be medical or legal advice. Please use common sense, and when in doubt, ask a professional for advice, assistance, help and guidance.

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Part 1 -&lt;/b&gt; &lt;b&gt;Politics US&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;A cabinet official leaks sensitive strike details on a personal Signal account, a suspected war crime at sea ignites bipartisan scrutiny, and Trump drops 158 posts to flood the news cycle. We connect the dots between bad judgment, broken incentives, and a culture that rewards noise over integrity—then pivot to how ordinary people can still choose clarity, community, and joy.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;We unpack what the Pentagon’s inspector general actually found, why firing on survivors violates both law and conscience, and how institutional timidity lets reckless decisions stand. From Congress to corporate suites, too many stakeholders run a personal cost-benefit analysis and call it leadership. We talk candidly about due process, soft power, and the growing distance between American ideals and American behavior that allies can’t ignore.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;Part 2 - Social Media Australia Doings&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The conversation shifts to Australia’s under-16 social media ban: bold signal or blunt tool? We weigh the mental health upside against enforcement pitfalls like age verification, privacy risks, and teen workarounds. What works better is intentional digital life - parent-guided norms, critical thinking, and open talk about algorithms, creator incentives, and AI fakery. For today’s kids, the phone is the new street corner because the real one is empty; rebuilding offline freedom matters as much as any app rule.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Part 3 - Hallmark Update with Andrea&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;To close, we check in on small comforts with Hallmark and holiday movies - why cozy tropes help our nervous systems, what makes a good one (&lt;em&gt;chemistry, clean writing, a near-kiss well-earned&lt;/em&gt;), and where the genre needs to grow. Authentic diversity isn’t a checkbox; it’s the texture that keeps stories honest!   &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Heavy news and light stories can live side by side. Hit play, share with a friend, and tell us: what’s your go-to comfort watch this season? If this resonated, subscribe, leave a review, and join the conversation.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Thank you &lt;/b&gt;for stopping by. Please visit our website: &lt;a href='http://allaboutthejoy.com/'&gt;All About The Joy&lt;/a&gt; and &lt;b&gt;&lt;em&gt;add, like and share&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/b&gt;. You can also support us by shopping at our &lt;a href='https://allaboutthejoy.com/swag/'&gt;STORE&lt;/a&gt; - We&amp;apos;d appreciate that greatly. Also, if you want to find us anywhere on social media, please check out the&lt;a href='https://lnk.bio/carmenlezeth'&gt; link in bio&lt;/a&gt; page. &lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Music By Geovane Bruno, Moments, 3481&lt;br/&gt;Editing by Team A-J&lt;br/&gt;Host, &lt;a href='https://carmensuarez.com/'&gt;Carmen Lezeth&lt;/a&gt; &lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;em&gt;DISCLAIMER: As always, please do your own research and understand that the opinions in this podcast and livestream are meant for entertainment purposes only. States and other areas may have different rules and regulations governing certain aspects discussed in this podcast. Nothing in our podcast or livestream is meant to be medical or legal advice. Please use common sense, and when in doubt, ask a professional for advice, assistance, help and guidance. &lt;/em&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Part 1 - Politics US A cabinet official leaks sensitive strike details on a personal Signal account, a suspected war crime at sea ignites bipartisan scrutiny, and Trump drops 158 posts to flood the news cycle. We connect the dots between bad judgment, broken incentives, and a culture that rewards noise over integrity—then pivot to how ordinary people can still choose clarity, community, and joy.  We unpack what the Pentagon’s inspector general actually found, why firing on survivors violates ...

War Crimes at Sea, Teen Social Media Crackdown & Hallmark Comforts

This week we’re taking a pause for the holiday and bringing you something different: a rewind across all four shows under the All About The Joy umbrella — Friday Night Live, The Private Lounge, Culture and Consequence, and Carmen Talk. <a href='https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLihkmOc19MY6_ubfu8CQ3vzVFHxDgC9vw'>Friday Night Live</a>: The week didn’t go as planned: too-early holiday decorations, energy at zero, and a funeral that brought everything into focus. That’s where our conversation starts—at the messy edge of real life—before opening into a thoughtful, myth-busting look at cosmetic care, modern healthcare, and a practice of joy that actually holds up. <a href='https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLihkmOc19MY6SbpvlcnZP2cwTipaaf-ye'>The Private Lounge</a>: We’re joined by a cosmetic dermatology pro who reframes “Botox” as wrinkle relaxer treatment and walks us through natural results that preserve expression, not erase identity. We talk candidly about safety for immunocompromised folks, when to get physician clearance, and how neuromodulators began as medical tools for migraines, movement disorders, and excessive sweating. The difference between ethical, individualized care and fast-talking upsell culture becomes stark: tailored injections by region, attention to anatomy, and transparency make all the difference. If you’ve ever worried about looking “done,” this segment will calm your nerves and give you smarter questions to ask any provider. <a href='https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLihkmOc19MY4YAoXFtnrsIzwA4TUOHbMi'>Culture and Consequence:</a> From there, the lens widens to healthcare itself. A simple request for help with sleep turns into a quick pivot toward weight-loss meds, highlighting how billing codes, short appointments, and fragmented referrals undermine whole-person care. We unpack the policy whiplash around insurance, coverage, and political strategy that leaves patients feeling like afterthoughts.<a href='https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLihkmOc19MY6_e3KPSemZL64j0DYsT5Gy'>Carmen Talk</a>: And then we ground it all with a deeper idea: happiness is fleeting, sadness is fleeting, but joy is a skill you can build. Joy becomes the throughline—from grief and rain-soaked days to better skincare choices and the courage to advocate for yourself at the doctor’s office. If you’re craving conversations with good friends, from gossipy fun to politics and just good insights, please join and follow along!  Share this with a friend who needs encouragement, subscribe for more grounded conversations, and leave a review to tell us where you’re finding joy this week.Thank you for stopping by. Please visit our website: <a href='http://allaboutthejoy.com/'>All About The Joy</a> and add, like and share. You can also support us by shopping at our <a href='https://allaboutthejoy.com/swag/'>STORE</a> - We&apos;d appreciate that greatly. Also, if you want to find us anywhere on social media, please check out the<a href='https://lnk.bio/carmenlezeth'> link in bio</a> page. Music By Geovane Bruno, Moments, 3481 Editing by Team A-J Host, <a href='https://carmensuarez.com/'>Carmen Lezeth</a> DISCLAIMER: As always, please do your own research and understand that the opinions in this podcast and livestream are meant for entertainment purposes only. States and other areas may have different rules and regulations governing certain aspects discussed in this podcast. Nothing in our podcast or livestream is meant to be medical or legal advice. Please use common sense, and when in doubt, ask a professional for advice, assistance, help and guidance.

<description>&lt;p&gt;This week we’re taking a pause for the holiday and bringing you something different: a rewind across all four shows under the All About The Joy umbrella — Friday Night Live, The Private Lounge, Culture and Consequence, and Carmen Talk. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLihkmOc19MY6_ubfu8CQ3vzVFHxDgC9vw'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Friday Night Live&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;:&lt;/b&gt; The week didn’t go as planned: too-early holiday decorations, energy at zero, and a funeral that brought everything into focus. That’s where our conversation starts—at the messy edge of real life—before opening into a thoughtful, myth-busting look at cosmetic care, modern healthcare, and a practice of joy that actually holds up.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLihkmOc19MY6SbpvlcnZP2cwTipaaf-ye'&gt;&lt;b&gt;The Private Lounge&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;:&lt;/b&gt; We’re joined by a cosmetic dermatology pro who reframes “Botox” as wrinkle relaxer treatment and walks us through natural results that preserve expression, not erase identity. We talk candidly about safety for immunocompromised folks, when to get physician clearance, and how neuromodulators began as medical tools for migraines, movement disorders, and excessive sweating. The difference between ethical, individualized care and fast-talking upsell culture becomes stark: tailored injections by region, attention to anatomy, and transparency make all the difference. If you’ve ever worried about looking “done,” this segment will calm your nerves and give you smarter questions to ask any provider.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLihkmOc19MY4YAoXFtnrsIzwA4TUOHbMi'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Culture and Consequence:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt; &lt;/b&gt;From there, the lens widens to healthcare itself. A simple request for help with sleep turns into a quick pivot toward weight-loss meds, highlighting how billing codes, short appointments, and fragmented referrals undermine whole-person care. We unpack the policy whiplash around insurance, coverage, and political strategy that leaves patients feeling like afterthoughts.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLihkmOc19MY6_e3KPSemZL64j0DYsT5Gy'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Carmen Talk&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;:&lt;/b&gt; And then we ground it all with a deeper idea: happiness is fleeting, sadness is fleeting, but joy is a skill you can build. Joy becomes the throughline—from grief and rain-soaked days to better skincare choices and the courage to advocate for yourself at the doctor’s office.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;If you’re craving conversations with good friends, from gossipy fun to politics and just good insights, please join and follow along!  Share this with a friend who needs encouragement, subscribe for more grounded conversations, and leave a review to tell us where you’re finding joy this week.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Thank you &lt;/b&gt;for stopping by. Please visit our website: &lt;a href='http://allaboutthejoy.com/'&gt;All About The Joy&lt;/a&gt; and &lt;b&gt;&lt;em&gt;add, like and share&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/b&gt;. You can also support us by shopping at our &lt;a href='https://allaboutthejoy.com/swag/'&gt;STORE&lt;/a&gt; - We&amp;apos;d appreciate that greatly. Also, if you want to find us anywhere on social media, please check out the&lt;a href='https://lnk.bio/carmenlezeth'&gt; link in bio&lt;/a&gt; page. &lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Music By Geovane Bruno, Moments, 3481&lt;br/&gt;Editing by Team A-J&lt;br/&gt;Host, &lt;a href='https://carmensuarez.com/'&gt;Carmen Lezeth&lt;/a&gt; &lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;em&gt;DISCLAIMER: As always, please do your own research and understand that the opinions in this podcast and livestream are meant for entertainment purposes only. States and other areas may have different rules and regulations governing certain aspects discussed in this podcast. Nothing in our podcast or livestream is meant to be medical or legal advice. Please use common sense, and when in doubt, ask a professional for advice, assistance, help and guidance. &lt;/em&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

This week we’re taking a pause for the holiday and bringing you something different: a rewind across all four shows under the All About The Joy umbrella — Friday Night Live, The Private Lounge, Culture and Consequence, and Carmen Talk.  Friday Night Live: The week didn’t go as planned: too-early holiday decorations, energy at zero, and a funeral that brought everything into focus. That’s where our conversation starts—at the messy edge of real life—before opening into a thoughtful, myth-b...

Show Rewind: Christmas, Healthcare, Botox & Finding Joy

What if the feeling you’re chasing isn’t meant to be chased at all? Carmen shares why happiness is a spark and joy is a lighthouse, and how learning the difference changed her life. From a tender childhood memory - horseback riding boots -  that cut into the back of her knees while her heart soared - to a recent doctor visit that spiraled into anger, she shows how accessing joy can steady your breath, shift your perspective, and help you move forward when everything feels heavy. We talk about happiness as external and fleeting: bonuses, sunny walks, a favorite song that hits just right. Then we pivot to joy as internal, durable, and trainable - an inner practice built on stored memories of being loved, seen, and worthy. You’ll hear practical ways to build a “joy library,” from saving three anchoring memories to keeping a playlist ready for emotional first aid. Carmen also digs into negativity bias, why we rubberneck at wreckage, and how to flip that reflex so your attention feeds what you want more of. Boundaries play a starring role. Protecting joy means becoming more selective with people and inputs, not as a wall but as a welcome mat for the right ones. As you curate relationships that amplify your peace, you create space for new light to enter. The goal isn’t to erase sadness or cling to happiness. It’s to trust that both pass - and to practice the skill that outlives every mood: joy. If this conversation helped you see a way through, share it with a friend who needs the reminder. Subscribe for more grounded, practical tools, and leave a review to tell us your favorite joy memory - we’d love to hear it!  Thank you for stopping by. Please visit our website: <a href='http://allaboutthejoy.com/'>All About The Joy</a> and add, like and share. You can also support us by shopping at our <a href='https://allaboutthejoy.com/swag/'>STORE</a> - We&apos;d appreciate that greatly. Also, if you want to find us anywhere on social media, please check out the<a href='https://lnk.bio/carmenlezeth'> link in bio</a> page. Music By Geovane Bruno, Moments, 3481 Editing by Team A-J Host, <a href='https://carmensuarez.com/'>Carmen Lezeth</a> DISCLAIMER: As always, please do your own research and understand that the opinions in this podcast and livestream are meant for entertainment purposes only. States and other areas may have different rules and regulations governing certain aspects discussed in this podcast. Nothing in our podcast or livestream is meant to be medical or legal advice. Please use common sense, and when in doubt, ask a professional for advice, assistance, help and guidance.

<description>&lt;p&gt;What if the feeling you’re chasing isn’t meant to be chased at all? Carmen shares why happiness is a spark and joy is a lighthouse, and how learning the difference changed her life. From a tender childhood memory - horseback riding boots -  that cut into the back of her knees while her heart soared - to a recent doctor visit that spiraled into anger, she shows how accessing joy can steady your breath, shift your perspective, and help you move forward when everything feels heavy.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;We talk about happiness as external and fleeting: bonuses, sunny walks, a favorite song that hits just right. Then we pivot to joy as internal, durable, and trainable - an inner practice built on stored memories of being loved, seen, and worthy. You’ll hear practical ways to build a “joy library,” from saving three anchoring memories to keeping a playlist ready for emotional first aid. Carmen also digs into negativity bias, why we rubberneck at wreckage, and how to flip that reflex so your attention feeds what you want more of.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Boundaries play a starring role. Protecting joy means becoming more selective with people and inputs, not as a wall but as a welcome mat for the right ones. As you curate relationships that amplify your peace, you create space for new light to enter. The goal isn’t to erase sadness or cling to happiness. It’s to trust that both pass - and to practice the skill that outlives every mood: joy.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;If this conversation helped you see a way through, share it with a friend who needs the reminder. Subscribe for more grounded, practical tools, and leave a review to tell us your favorite joy memory - we’d love to hear it!  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Thank you &lt;/b&gt;for stopping by. Please visit our website: &lt;a href='http://allaboutthejoy.com/'&gt;All About The Joy&lt;/a&gt; and &lt;b&gt;&lt;em&gt;add, like and share&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/b&gt;. You can also support us by shopping at our &lt;a href='https://allaboutthejoy.com/swag/'&gt;STORE&lt;/a&gt; - We&amp;apos;d appreciate that greatly. Also, if you want to find us anywhere on social media, please check out the&lt;a href='https://lnk.bio/carmenlezeth'&gt; link in bio&lt;/a&gt; page. &lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Music By Geovane Bruno, Moments, 3481&lt;br/&gt;Editing by Team A-J&lt;br/&gt;Host, &lt;a href='https://carmensuarez.com/'&gt;Carmen Lezeth&lt;/a&gt; &lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;em&gt;DISCLAIMER: As always, please do your own research and understand that the opinions in this podcast and livestream are meant for entertainment purposes only. States and other areas may have different rules and regulations governing certain aspects discussed in this podcast. Nothing in our podcast or livestream is meant to be medical or legal advice. Please use common sense, and when in doubt, ask a professional for advice, assistance, help and guidance. &lt;/em&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

What if the feeling you’re chasing isn’t meant to be chased at all? Carmen shares why happiness is a spark and joy is a lighthouse, and how learning the difference changed her life. From a tender childhood memory - horseback riding boots -  that cut into the back of her knees while her heart soared - to a recent doctor visit that spiraled into anger, she shows how accessing joy can steady your breath, shift your perspective, and help you move forward when everything feels heavy.  We talk...

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All About The Joy is a weekly hang-out with friends in the neighborhood! We share insight, advice, funny-isms and we choose to always try and find the positive, the silver lining, the "light" in all of it. AATJ comes from the simple concept that at the end of the day we all want to have more JOY than not. So, this is a cool place to unwind, have a laugh and share some time with friends! &nbsp;

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