Calmer in 5

We all have had our share of cruddy days.  But do we have to let them sit with us the entire day? There is nothing magic about 24 hours.  You can decide to change. We can tackle that one together. Come listen. 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.co...

Studies tell us that being out in nature helps us calm down, even heal faster. But we all knew that. But what about the individual elements of nature? Well, what about the wind? It can add to our level of calm if we observe in a variety of ways. Come listen. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom  (Complimentary consultation)   Connect with Thom Linked In -  https://www.linkedin.com/in/thom-w...

I've said it before, and I'm sure I'll say it again at some point in the future. The beauty of the world is invisible to us when our thoughts are so focused on the future, whether that's worry or not. That goes for the past as well. When We slow down and bring ourselves to this moment we see the gifts that abound. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom  (Complimentary consultation)   Connect...

As grandiose as it may seem, each day I try and make the world more peaceful. Most days I'm successful. But life is always changing. Today I talk about how we all can create peace for ourselves and the world. And it can even happen with someone we disagree with. Come Listen. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom  (Complimentary consultation)   Connect with Thom Linked In -  https://www.linke...

We all grow up with certain beliefs, and as we get older we see if those thoughts still have resonance for us. Today I talk about the themes that have existed throughout your life. To the point of calm, are they themes that create peace or challenges. Let's talk about it. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom  (Complimentary consultation)   Connect with Thom Linked In -  https://www.linkedin...

The episode title might strike people with an overwhelming sense of incredulousness. How could anyone think that? Well, hopefully you can...sometimes.  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://ww...

Today on Calmer in Five: Today I share some wisdom with you that comes from my Mom. In only 21 words, she created an affirmation that can shift the entire way you see yourself in the world. Tall order for sure, but once you embrace these words as your own, the more you begin to realize your potential Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation)   Connect with Thom Linke...

Today on Calmer in Five: You would think that even from a strictly rational standpoint that not accepting what is happening in the moment is simply an abject waste of time. But even my younger self had challenges accepting things as they are. But today, I have an article and my own thoughts about how to become better at accepting things as they are. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Com...

Today on Calmer in Five: In a world with over 8 billion people you would think that many people would yearn to spend some time alone. However, studies show that the majority of people see alone times as something to be avoided. Today I read a great article from PsychToday that helps us understand the benefit of spending time alone to increase our level of calm. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time wi...

Today on Calmer in Five: Happy Earth Day! It is a beautiful planet, and what a wonderful way to honor it but by celebrating Earth Day.  Today I talk about the link between calm and caring for the planet. Come listen. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom  (Complimentary consultation)   Connect with Thom Linked In -  https://www.linkedin.com/in/thom-walters-5636391b Patreon -  https://www.pat...

Today on Calmer in Five: One of the bigger lessons I learned growing up was to be around people who appreciate you and what you are passionate about. There's no need to share your voice with people who don't appreciate it. Today, I talk about the ways you can share your voice, literally and in other ways. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation)   Connect with Thom...

Today on Calmer in Five: Anxiety effects roughly 39 percent of all adults in the United States. While meditation is an excellent way to relieve anxiety, there is a simpler mindfulness practice that helps as well; and it only takes a few minutes. Let's talk about the 3-3-3 rule. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation)   Connect with Thom Linked In - https://www.link...

Today on Calmer in Five: Most of us know that the things we do stem from subconscious thoughts. Many of our motivations are not conscious. That definitely has to do with our perception of ourselves. As I will talk about today, if we don't have the highest regard for who we are, then the things we do will reflect that in our actions. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consul...

Today on Calmer in Five: Most of our lives we concern ourselves with being happy. We do the things that makes us joyful and we celebrate our accomplishments.  Sometimes doing that for someone else allows us the ability to be happy and calm Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom  (Complimentary consultation)   Connect with Thom Linked In -  https://www.linkedin.com/in/thom-walters-5636391b Pat...

Today on Calmer in Five: In all of our lives there are simple little things that warm our hearts or bring a smile to our faces. Today I talk about discovering those things within you.  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 -...

Today on Calmer in Five: Death is often an uncomfortable topic to discuss for many people.  However, depending on our perspective, it can help us become calmer and more alive than ever before.  Come listen. 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/z...

Today on Calmer in Five: I have no trouble saying that even as a meditator I am not a fan of the Winter.  I know I am supposed to be okay with what is, but the cold and the absense of light brings me down a bit.  But now it's Springtime...And I have a whole new outlook on things.  What about you? Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom  (Complimentary consultation)   Connect with Thom Linked I...

Today on Calmer in Five: So much of what we do is to please the people around us; bosses, relationships, even society. This desire to please causes huge amounts of stress, because we never feel we can simply be who we are; we need to validate our existence to ourselves and in the eyes of others.  Today I talk about another way of living and thinking.  Come listen. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time...

Today on Calmer in Five: It's in written into our DNA to want to be safe, to exist.  It's why we have a fight or flight response.  However, through the multitude of years, it has become unclear when we are in danger, when we are unsafe. Our minds create perceived danger when none really exists.  Today I talk about how to live a calmer life by redefining danger and safety Meditation Coaching Schedu...

Today on Calmer in Five: One of the easiest ways to become calmer is to learn how to simply allow things to be as they are, including you.  Stress levels become high and stay high every time we have thoughts about things being different then how they are.  Most times when we feel unsettled or discontent, it's because we are comparing ourselves to the people around us.  You don't need to be anythin...

Today on Calmer in Five: The words we speak even casually have tremendous power.  Today I talk about how to be more conscious with our words and our thoughts.   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....

  Today on Calmer in Five: There is an exercise that I practice every now and then to help me become kinder to my self.  It might just help you do the same thing; love yourself more completely.  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.pa...

Regardless of who we are, we all want to feel as if we are moving toward something. And maybe it isn't specifically toward something, but just that we are not standing still; in a rut. When we do feel stagnant that can lead to uneasiness. Today I talk about a way to avoid that and increase your level of calm Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for P...

Today on Calmer in Five: A few weeks ago I told you of a word, that when uttered, restores our thinking to a more quiescent state.  It is a powerful word.  But as I recently found out, there is another word that goes along with it that emphasizes its power.  Come listen. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation)   Connect with Thom Linked In - https://www.linkedin.co...

Today on Calmer in Five: The word "home" evokes images and feelings of warmth and safety.  Today I discuss the concept of home as not solely being a place, but a feeling...one that we can take anywhere and find a quiet calm.   Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation)   Connect with Thom Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thom-walters-5636391b Patreon - https://...