Calmer in 5

Many people try a variety of methods to achieve calm under the premise that something outside of them can create the serenity they seek. A more serving belief is that calm is the very nature of who we are and to experience it more fully we need to tap into that essence within us. Let's talk about it. Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon s...

Yesterday I talked about the benefits of forgiveness, both for others and yourself. However, I didn't really go into how. Today I share an article by Kendra Cherry and Amy Morin that talks about that very process. Come listen Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for listening to the show! If...

We all have had times in our lives when we felt mistreated. Sometimes we hold on to those moments and the perpetrators for way too long; burdened. Sometimes we hold on to grudges against ourselves for way too long too. It's time to let it go. Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for listenin...

You know the calm that comes from feeling loved, right? So, why not help someone else feel loved, whether that is someone you know or not. Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for listening to the show! If it has helped you in any way, please share it using the social media buttons you see o...

You do all you can to safeguard your things and your health. But maybe what you are doing is coming at the cost of your calm. Let's talk about it. Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for listening to the show! If it has helped you in any way, please share it using the social media buttons y...

There are so many times in our lives when we think too much; when we let our fears keep us from doing things that really make a difference. Today I talk about how to work through that. Sponsors: Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for listening to the show! If it has helped you in any way,...

We encouraged by society to want big things; big cars, big houses and big money. We all know of littler things, much littler things, that brings us joy as well. Sponsors: Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for listening to the show! If it has helped you in any way, please share it using th...

Having a conversation is easy. You show up and you listen intently. But then, you can go even further and feel the energy of the person you are talking to. Let's talk about. Sponsors: Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for listening to the show! If it has helped you in any way, please shar...

When you think of a full life you may think of exciting adventures and trips to far away places. But what about a full life right where you are? Do you truly live fully? Loving without fear or worry? Laughing until your sides ache? Let's talk about how to live a full life right now. Sponsors: Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribe...

We don't have to go far to be surrounded by news that makes us feel hopeless and afraid. It is on the video at the gas station, in the gym and in restaurants. Positive news you have to look for though; and it is well worth the effort when you do. Sponsors: Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks agai...

It's so easy to go along with what others want for you, not taking the time to see what matters. Our society pushes its beliefs on us all the time, mostly without our awareness. Today I talk about how to find out what matters for you. Sponsors: Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for listen...

There many things we do that on the outside may seem to be "good" things to do. However, it is not our actions that determine a favorable or unfavorable result, it's the motivation behind those actions. Let's talk about it. Sponsors: Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for listening to the...

We delude ourselves thinking that life will always be joyous and without strife. The truth is that it never will be. No matter how much we may want a life a happiness and laughter there will always be times that trouble us and test our faith. Today I talk about a way to see all of life as a gift, the pain and joy. Sponsors: Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses e...

When we get lost in our thoughts and worry about the past and the future the world around us fades away. I'm sure that each of us can remember a time when we bumped into someone or missed and exit while driving, all because we shrank our awareness to solely our thoughts. Today I talk about how to expand that awareness bubble. Sponsors: Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and recei...

When times are tough we often retreat to the past to find some comfort; reliving happier times. It isn't a bad thing, but if we are not careful we may find ourselves stuck in the past missing out on all the joy that exists in this moment, no matter how scarce it may seem. Today I talk about a plan for enjoying the past and the present. Sponsors: Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo...

When we were younger so many simple things brought us such happiness. Do you remember finding a penny on the ground and being absolutely over the moon? How about going out to eat? Guess what? There are still things to get excited about, that bring you happiness. Let's talk about it. Sponsors: Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribe...

Regret can be a powerful force leading to anxiety. However, there is a way to make peace with it and actually use it to move you forward. All it takes is a change in perspective. Sponsors: Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for listening to the show! If it has helped you in any way, please...

I don't understand the need for filters, on Instagram or in general. The desire to change things as they are indicates an unwillingness to accept things as they are. In most, if not all cases, that lack of acceptance can lead to uneasiness. Let's talk about it. Sponsors: Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LISTENI...

When a love one passes away we want to do all that we can to remember them. However, holding on to things they have given us may not be the best way. Today I talk about ways to remember those who have passed away while still maintaining a minimalist lifestyle. Sponsors: Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LISTENIN...

If you are compassionate, being kind to others is easy most of the times. But are you equally kind to yourself? More so, are you kind to yourself in difficult times? Today I share an exercise from Mindful.org that helps us nurture ourselves during tough times. Sponsors: Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LISTENIN...

All that you are is light and Love; even when you are angry, sad or hurt you are still divine. The best way to deal with those feelings is to feel them. You will never feel better hiding any aspect of who you are. Today i talk about why we hide the less talked about feelings, and what to do with them when they arise. Sponsors: Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuse...

I won't go into it again, but in brief, most mainstream media is created to have you feeling hopeless and scared. But today I want to focus on a higher energy, hope. Specifically I want to have you looking at your signs of hope. Let's talk about it. Sponsors: Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks a...

Whenever we go along with the crowd even though we feel differently, we become a little more stressed and a little less confident in who we are. How about I read a great article that talks about the benefits of thinking for yourself that gives us great ideas for doing that very thing. Sponsors: Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscri...

I talk at length about the benefits of connecting with the people around you, familiar and "unknown". But how do you do that? It depends on who you are. Thankfully, today I talk about three ways to do that, ranging from easy to advanced. Come listen. Sponsors: Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks...

Almost everyone has something that they are troubled with or working on in their life. However, some people struggle more than others. Some people could use additional help. Today I talk about the calm that comes from helping those people who cannot help themselves. Sponsors: Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LI...