10 Minutes to Joy with Sylvia Plester-Silk

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Feeling pressure to find the perfect holiday gift? In this 10 Minutes to Joy episode, Sylvia Plester-Silk shares a refreshing perspective on gift-giving inspired by The 5 Love Languages by Dr. Gary Chapman.

Learn how understanding your love language — and the love languages of those you care about — can ease holiday stress and create a more profound connection. Somet...

A trek to Machu Picchu became an unexpected lesson in how covert narcissists quietly drain our energy. In this episode, Sylvia shares what she discovered after the trip—and how hidden energetic pulls can linger long after the relationship ends.

You’ll learn practical ways to recognize subtle energy drain, release old attachments, and reclaim your emotional strength. Sylvia also introduces simple techniques—like cord-cutting rituals...

In this episode, Sylvia Plester-Silk, RSW, reveals the powerful—but often forgotten—step that can transform every emotional interaction: checking in with yourself before you respond.

So many of us rush to offer solutions, advice, or comforting words… yet that’s rarely what someone truly needs. Sylvia explores why we fall into this pattern and how a simple pause can deepen connection, prevent overwhelm, and create more meaningful su...

We are all birthed of divine love—but life’s early messages can condition us to believe we are not enough. In this episode, Sylvia Plester-Silk, RSW, explores how family expectations and manipulative patterns create transactional self-esteem, leading us to seek approval instead of embracing our innate value. Through personal stories and therapeutic insights, she guides you to release guilt, reclaim your power, and reconnect with yo...

Listening to her intuitive guidance, Sylvia Plester-Silk, RSW, has developed a groundbreaking approach to couples therapy: the Joyana Cara™ Method. Moving beyond surface-level communication, this method focuses on resolving old patterns and cultivating deep understanding and compassion for your partner. Discover how you can create stronger, more meaningful connections in your relationship.

Learn more and book a good fit call at www...

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...

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 w...

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 reconc...

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 pa...

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...

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 behaviour, Sylvia shares how self-awareness, proper amends, and mindful sel...

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 th...

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 vulnerabi...

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, emotion...