Zen Commuter

The last time we got together we had the joy of hanging out with Forrest Rivers, Author of tHumanity's Spiritual Rebirth. As is customary on ZC, when I interview an author, I like to read an excerpt from their book; and today is no exception. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation)   Connecting with Forrest: Website: https://forrestrivers.com/ Social Media Links: F...

Forrest Rivers has become a good friend of mine. So when his publicist sent me an email to have him on the show I jumped at the chance. He is a man who truly sees thing in such a wonderfully rich way. He drops the labels of good and bad, and helps us see every moment as an opportunity to grow, to understand "ourselves" on a deeper level. Yeah, you can imagine why I have love and respect for him. T...

I am very happy to be back on the air after a three week hiatus. The longest one in the 10 year history of Zen Commuter. So thank you all for your patience and understanding. I can't think of a better topic to talk about on my return, than Tonglen Meditation. Today I read an article that talks about how we can reduce our fear of suffering by engaging in a meditation practice that has us voluntaril...

For some people, a new year is approaching. That may mean that they are looking to start a meditation practice. Well, before you start, it may be a good idea to understand what meditation is a little better. Actually, it may be more beneficial to talk about what it isn't, or what it can't do. With this talked about, you won't have unrealistic expectations when you get to you cushion, chair or bed....

I have been fortunate enough to speak with a bounty of guests who are changing the world in a wonderful way. Sara Webb is one of those amazing people. The moment we connected on Zoom I felt her warmth and grace. As you will hear in our interview, she is wonderfully candid and vulnerable. As a resilience coach it is clear she knows what she is talking about. Per her own admission, she faced many ch...

Even though it isn't Tricycle week I thought I would share an article with you that I know you can relate to.  How do I know? Because you have a body. And if you have a body, that means at some time you have experienced pain. Vidyamala Burch takes us through a practice that helps us see pain with kindness, sympathy and compassion; a much better energy that resentment and anger. Come listen Meditat...

Enzo Dal Verme is a photographer; but not just any photographer. With a decades old meditation practice, he is able to use his mindfulness practice to fully bring himself into the moment, to exist within the creative process of portrait photography. Suffice it to say, because of this he is able to capture the essence of his subjects that might be lost with other artists. His transformative retreat...

Last week I introduced you to a wonderful guest who is helping us all connect to our divinity. Her name was Emma Rowena. Today I have a very special treat for us. I am going to read a few passages from her book, You. Me. And All That We Are. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation)   Connecting with Laura: You. Me. And All That We Are on Amazon   Become a Super-Fan...

Emma Rowena is a musician, performer, intuitive reader, healer, meditation guide, and emerging social entrepreneur, helping people find peace, purpose, and healing in their lives. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation)   Links from the Episode: www.emmarowena.no Become a Super-Fan of the Show Support ZEN commuter and get access to patron bonuses THANKS FOR LISTENI...

Cynthia Hauk, MFA (founder of Mindful Creative Muse), is passionate about sharing simple Mindfulness and Art activities to help busy people de-stress and express themselves creatively. She also trains and coaches Creative Entrepreneurs, Art and Yoga Teachers, and Expressive Art Therapists to move through creative blocks and share their unique vision and services in the world. Cynthia offers online...

What a great way to end Tricycle week; a story that talks about the joy you feeling when someone else is experiencing joy. Come listen. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation)   Become a Super-Fan of the Show Support ZEN commuter and get access to patron bonuses THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for listening to the show! If it has helped you in any way, please sh...

Today I share with you my interview with Josh Dippold. He is one of the hosts of the Integrating Presence Podcast along with Wendy Nash. Together they help us learn the benefits of a meditation practice. Which is something that Josh does on his own as well as an instructor on Insight Timer Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation)   Links from the Episode: Josh Dippo...

Andrew Cooper shares a profound post that talks about the nature of failure, as it relates to studying/practicing Buddhism. His take is that without failure, it is impossible to move forward. Come listen. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation)   Become a Super-Fan of the Show Support ZEN commuter and get access to patron bonuses THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again...

On day three of Tricycle week I thought we would switch gears and read about something a bit lighter, compassion. Mark Van Buren shares a great post that talks about the ways the little things we do to end people's suffering, are just as impactful as the bigger things. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation)   Become a Super-Fan of the Show Support ZEN commuter and...

Even though they are different authors, the writers of yesterday post and today's explore the theme of emptiness and self. While they are quite different views on the same subject, there is one similarity: by understanding what is not present, we can understand what truly is. Courtland ends his article with a wonderfully succinct and impactful meditation. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Tho...

It's been way too long since we were graced by the wisdom of Tricycle, the Buddhist magazine. But thankfully, that ends this week, starting off with a phenomenal article by Peter Coyote. In it, he helps us explore the nature of self. Or more to the point, the absence of self. He let's us know that when we given up the need to define ourselves, we understand we are connected to everything. You won'...

Nate Zeleznick is a true pioneer, distinguished as one of only two American master trainers of an ancient royal Indonesian energy and martial arts system. He masterfully integrates this unique next-level practice with modern scientific methodologies and technologies through his creation of the Integrated Ascension Method (I AM) and the White Dove Method. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom...

With his books published in 16 languages, and over 500,000 copies sold worldwide, Scott Allan is on a mission to transform the human potential. Scott is the bestselling author of Fail Big, Relaunch Your Life, and Do the Hard Things First. As a former corporate business trainer in Japan and Transformational Success Strategist, he has invested over 10,000 hours of practice and research into confiden...

One of the greatest gifts of hosting Zen Commuter is being able to talk with such forward thinking individuals. It get's even better when those people are simply radiant; full of life and joy. Such is the case today; today I am speaking with Ramona Galey. Quite simply, she helps people explore their spirituality as a gateway to creating a rich and joyful life. You won't want to miss this. Come lis...

The last time we go together I shared a fascinating interview with Dean Graves. Today I expound on some of the topics we spoke of the last time we got together. Our first talk was at the beginning of the year. This one was into the warmer months of summer just as Dean's latest book was about to launch. In fact, it launched that day. If you are curious about the nature of consciousness, and how to...

Dean Graves is a renowned meditation teacher, mental health counselor, and spiritual guide with over 20 years of experience in the field. Through his expertise in mental health and deep spiritual understanding, he provides a holistic approach to healing and growth. With his compassionate and insightful guidance, he has inspired and empowered people from all walks of life to embrace mindfulness and...

There are many focuses a meditation can have; breath, of course, or music, mantras or sounds. But there is a focus that we can use to still our minds that isn't often talked about. In fact, in my 40 years of meditation, I haven't heard anyone talk about it. Ready to hear about it? Well, there's no reason to wait. Come listen. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation)...

Deborah has been assisting her clients gain clarity by helping them understand their unconscious mind. With a degree in Depth Psychology and a firm understanding of Jungian concepts and principles, she works with people who have been living and repeating thoughts, emotions and patterns that keep them stagnant, unable to live their fullest life. In our talk, we discuss some of the principles of Dep...

Many people I teach are able to pick up how to meditate pretty quickly. The bigger challenge they have is creating a consistent daily habit of it. Today, I thought we would talk about six reasons why you have a spotty consistency record. The better part is, I talk about how to fix those pesky reasons. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation)   Become a Super-Fan of...

Today, I am excited to feature the hosts of The Mindful CEO, Aaron Hendon and Chris Angell. Aaron and Chris are dedicated to highlighting the journeys of socially conscious business owners who strive to create a legacy beyond mere transactions. Their show, The Mindful CEO, delves into the stories of entrepreneurs committed to growing their businesses mindfully, with a focus on sustainability, comm...