Calmer in 5

Most everyone listening to this podcast has participated in a fire drill. The premise is simple, know what to do in case of emergency. Ingrain the process so deeply that you will be able to get to safety when you are in a state of panic or emergency. Sounds like a good idea. Not just for a fire or disaster, but for when stress hits. Lets talk about it. Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the...

Silence and calm go hand in hand...but not always.  Today I talk about determing if that is the case for you.  And regardless of what the answer is, how to proceed.  Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of anxiety with meditation -  Schedule time with Thom (Free Consultation)   Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and Calmer in 5 and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers....

I have a feeling that if you're here at CI5 then you have a pretty good idea about how bountiful your life is.  If not, then why don't we start off with Gratitude 101.  It's an easy class.  All you need to do is turn your attention to the multitde of gifts you have been given.  They don't have to be huge gifts, like winning the lottery.  How about we start with hands and feet.  Links from the Epis...

It is probably the easiest way to add to your level of calm; having good friends you can depend on. And not just depend on, but friends who consistently add to your happiness. Today I talk about how to cultivate new friendships and still appreciate the ones you have. Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of anxiety with meditation -  Schedule time with Thom (Free Consultation)   Becom...

Fear can hold us back from doing what we really want to do. But maybe it's time to talk about how to live un unapologetic life; doing what means something to you. At then end, the only one who will truly be happy or miserable is you. Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of anxiety with meditation -  Schedule time with Thom (Free Consultation)   Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and...

I'm going to tell you the simplest way to not be disappointed; release all expectations. Notice how I didn't say easiest? We can become less disappointed when we release expectation, but it's not always easy. Let's talk about how to see it in a more serving way. Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of anxiety with meditation -  Schedule time with Thom (Free Consultation)   Become a s...

We all know that our world has its share of challenges, but it's getting better. The marginalized people from decades ago, still have challenges, but now they have allies and support. Even kids TV has gotten a bit gentler. More and more people are being seen and respected, and that means a calm for all of us. Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of anxiety with meditation -  Schedule...

Our culture is hyper focused on the big events: Graduation, wedding, kids, new jobs, etc. But in focusing on all the big things that are being planned for and coming up, we can miss the smaller moments that can bring just as much peace. Notice i said smaller, not insignificant. Because there are no insignificant moments. Let's talk about it. Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of an...

Many people mistakenly only give their attention to things that they think can benefit them. Sadly, that thinking will leave those people missing out on a sense of calm and connection. Today I talk about how connecting to all life will benefit your wellbeing. Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of anxiety with meditation -  Schedule time with Thom (Free Consultation)   Become a supe...

We all have a "default" way of showing up for the world and the people around us. But we also know that many things can impact us in ways that throw our usual demeanor into something else. We can become quiet, worried, anxious; any variety of things. But do you when the "other you" is more prevalent? Having some signs can add to our level of calm. Let's talk about it. Links from the Episode: Learn...

All our minds at some point have gotten stuck on a thought and just kept repeating it. Many times those thoughts are worries, and they just amp up our stress. Today, I read a great article that dives deep into rumination and how to stop it.   Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of anxiety with meditation -  Schedule time with Thom (Free Consultation)   Become a super-fan of ZEN comm...

The simple things we do each day don't require much mental energy, and so, when we are doing them, we send our minds on to other things; mostly worry. We send them anywhere but where we are, this moment. Guess what happens then? You know. So how about giving our attention to the easy tasks, and in doing so, become calmer, mindful. Let's talk about it.   Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease th...

Much of the world is on auto-pilot; just reacting to whatever shows up in the day. They don't plan or contemplate, they just impulsively act on whatever feeling they have at the moment. There is another way, and it isn't specifically about mapping out every part of your life. It's as simple as setting intentions each day. Let's talk about it.   Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of...

You guessed it; I'm going to throw a little shade on society today…one thought in particular. It has to do with busyness. Specifically the misperception that the fuller your schedule is, the more value you have. I hate to say it (I really don't), but that is a huge misbelief that is sapping your calm. Let's talk about it.   Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of anxiety with meditat...

I have talked about the people that may sap our level of calm, but there are many other things that can derail our peace as well. And it will be in our best interest to see what and where those things are; so we can find more serene alternatives. Let's talk about some of them today.   Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of anxiety with meditation -  Schedule time with Thom (Free Con...

Some idioms or phrases have been around for decades for a good reason; as trite as they may sound, they are accurate. They resonate with us. The very title of this episode was a suggestion by my guide Bart…in those very words. I stopped and laughed when he first mentioned it…" You're telling me to literally stop and smell the flowers?"…and the answer came back just like above. Cliche or not, it's...

What would you do if, by some means, every time you said a word it would be the equivalent of 5 minutes exposed to radiation. Yeah, I know that is a weird scenario, but hear me out. You wouldn't use that word right? Well, it may not be radiation, but some words do have the ability to cause stress, anxiety and even sickness. Let's talk about it.   Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain...

I know from personal experience, that sometimes when i am feeling anger it is because I am frustrated or displeased with something I have done. To that point, as I will talk about today, we will become calmer when we find out the real reason we are out of sorts, and stop projecting our ire onto other people or other things. Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of anxiety with meditat...

The word "Home" conjures up many images and feelings. But today I talk about our original home; connected to light, existing solely in Love. Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of anxiety with meditation -  Schedule time with Thom (Free Consultation) Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and Calmer in 5 and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Than...

One of the benefits of being a meditator is spontaneously falling into moments of connection with the world around you. Such a moment happened to me when I was in Boston at the symphony. Today I talk about how the connection I experienced can be cultivated by anyone. And in the process, you not only become calmer, but infinitely more aware of love. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom  (Com...

For me, I do equate silence with calm.  But I do know that not everyone is the same.  The important thing is to be thoughtful in choosing whichever suits you best.  In order to experience calm, we have to be intentional in our decisions, and that includes welcoming silence or not.  Let's talk about it. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom  (Complimentary consultation) Connect with Thom Link...

I'm not a huge sports guy, but when I was younger, trying to figure out if I was, I heard many a coach say.."get your head in the game" (not just to me). Basically, it was a sterner directive to "be here now". Today, why don't we take that advice.  Be in this moment and watch the world become visible. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom  (Complimentary consultation)   Connect with Thom Lin...

There are times when we find ourselves face to face with a person who may not know handle to manage their stress.  Today I talk about how to avoid borrowing someone else's stress Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom  (Complimentary consultation)   Connect with Thom Linked In -  https://www.linkedin.com/in/thom-walters-5636391b Patreon -  https://www.patreon.com/zencommuter Instagram -  http...

We treat others with far more compassion than we treat ourselves; but in the ned it will do some nasty things for our calm if we can't find an inner Love. Let's talk about it. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom  (Complimentary consultation)   Connect with Thom Linked In -  https://www.linkedin.com/in/thom-walters-5636391b Patreon -  https://www.patreon.com/zencommuter Instagram -  https:/...

There is one thing we can all agree on; we have all had at least one job we didn't like. Work is a huge casue of stress. So why are you still there? Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom  (Complimentary consultation)   Connect with Thom Linked In -  https://www.linkedin.com/in/thom-walters-5636391b Patreon -  https://www.patreon.com/zencommuter Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/thom_wal...