Zen Sammich

Ever thought of starting life over?  Packing up and moving to the other side of the planet? Here’s something a lot of folks don't realize: You are more adaptable than you think. Take it from Janine Mitchell. She is a consultant to top executives, creator of The Executive Code™, and someone who "walks the walk, not just talks the talk."  Hear how she uprooted her life and business in Ma...

If you haven’t met Angela DiMarco and Dana Sardano yet, well, let’s fix that. Your life is about to get a whole lot better. They are the cohosts of the podcast Going Commando, as well as being authors, artists, and book publishers. There might even be a mafia connection there, who knows?! We discuss everything from manifestation and woo woo to cosmic alignment and Ubuntu.  Already one of my favori...

If you were asked, "What are your three rules for life?" - What would you come up with? I came up with my 3. Feel free to disagree or revise and improve upon them. Visit the sponsor of this episode:  https://www.mandatetoelevate.com/ Support the show! We need it. Go through the link where you are listening to this or by going to  zensammich.com . Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.co...

At what age in life do you finally figure it all out? Everything is in the right place: You understand the world and your place in it, dreams accomplished, marriage and 401K intact, villains vanquished... ahhh, you can now rest and enjoy the time remaining. Yeah, that. How old are you when that happens? Zen Sammich contributes two yen's worth of advice on the topic in this episode to begin Sea...

Do you read the news everyday? If so, how does reading or watching the day-to-day news affect your mood? Also, why do it exactly? To stay informed? I’m all for education and staying smart, but I’m also all for good mental health and less stress about things beyond my control. So, I did an experiment and I quit the news for 30 days. Here’s what happened… This episode is sponsored by:  https://www.m...

Are you good at talking to people? Most of us do ok, but are there any situations that make you feel awkward? Like, talking to children or very opinionated people? Here are some tips, techniques and mindsets from some of the best: A stand-up comedian, a multi-topic podcast producer and co-host, a youth empowering "Queen of Goofiness," and a moderator of public forums on frequently sensitiv...

Yep, I’ve narrowed it down to just 5. What do you think you need to work on to become a better YOU? Zen Sammich currently survives by way of donations and sponsorship. And every little buck helps, even just $5! You can support the show through the link where you are listening to this or by going to  zensammich.com . Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://red...

Becoming great at anything is not reserved for the select few. It is available to ALL of us. Self-improvement in any area is not a stroll in the park. It takes dedication and effort.  But in this 12 minute episode, I breakdown 3 essential steps to achieving legendary status at anything. I even throw in a little Zen toward the end to sweeten the deal. Zen Sammich currently survives by way of donati...

What tools do you use to cope with your fears?  Could you take a tragedy and turn it into something positive? How might a traumatic event affect the relationships in your life? Chris Maliszewski, a mass shooting survivor and co-founder of the Walking Tall Movement, discusses the variety of ways in which we navigate, learn, and grow from trauma and adversity. Check out his organization's websit...

Are you the same person you were 10 years ago? Probably not.  How about 10 hours ago? 10 minutes?! And what story do you believe in? Is it the same story you were fed as a child or did the story and you evolve into something else? Big discussion with awesome people.  Transformational coaches and podcasters, Andee Scarantino and Zen Benefiel, join the conversation about discovering insight, whether...

Ever try to quiet your mind, and it keeps going in every random direction except still? Ever try to think of nothing to no avail? Of course, you human being, you! But who is observing your thinking mind while it is running amuck? Oh, yeah, that’s you too. Gaining some understanding of your “two minds” is key to cultivating and improving your mental self-discipline. Zen Sammich currently survives b...

Ever feel guilty for NOT feeling something when you think you should? So, when is it ok to just "not feel?" Zen Sammich currently survives by way of donations and sponsorship. And every little buck helps, even just a $5er! You can support the show through the link where you are listening to this or by going to  zensammich.com . Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy &...

“You can spray Lysol on a dog turd and it’s still a dog turd." - Mike Ashabraner Believe it or not, there is a lot of Zen in redneck wisdom. Financial coach, Mike Ashabraner, and I discuss Redneck Zen, the importance of good mentors, and what we have each learned from ours.  Find out more about Mike at redneckfinancialcoach.com Follow at https://www.linkedin.com/in/redneck1/ Check out the Houn...

How do you know who you can trust and who is unhealthy for you? Short and sweet in this 10 minute episode - the five types of people you should avoid or distance yourself from in life. This episode is sponsored by:  https://www.mandatetoelevate.com/ To inquire about sponsoring Zen Sammich, send an email to  zensammich@gmail.com  with "sponsorship" in the subject line. You can also support...

What are the highs and lows of a cross-cultural, multi-lingual marriage? I gave my wife a glass of wine and pressed record for a special in-house family edition of Zen Sammich! This episode is sponsored by:  https://www.mandatetoelevate.com/ To inquire about sponsoring Zen Sammich, send an email to  zensammich@gmail.com  with "sponsorship" in the subject line. You can also support the show...

Does intentionally having fewer opinions make you smarter? It just might. Check out our sponsor:  https://www.mandatetoelevate.com/ To inquire about sponsoring Zen Sammich, send an email to  zensammich@gmail.com  with "sponsorship" in the subject line. You can also support the show through the link where you are listening to this or by going to  zensammich.com . Advertising Inquiries: http...

What would you say if someone asked you, “What’s your heart’s mission?” Raquel “Raqi” Flores is clear about hers.  She shares her inspiring story that isn’t over by a long shot, as well as the value of honesty and remaining humble in the process of overcoming life’s obstacles. Check out Raquel Flores Connection Corner LIVE every Saturday at 11am EST on LinkedIn and YouTube. Join her nearly 50K fol...

Do you have too much “stuff” in your life or just the right amount? When asking this, the question really becomes: What truly matters to you? Minimalism isn’t about giving up the stuff you enjoy in your life. It’s actually about making more room for the things you truly enjoy. “It’s about finding the right balance between having what you need and truly enjoying what you have.” Check out our sponso...

When faced with life’s difficulties, have you ever asked, “Why me? What did I do to deserve this?” Surely, most of us have at some point. Coach and best-selling author of “The Power Within” and “Mind 2.0,” Anurag Rai, tells the fascinating story of a series of unfortunate circumstances that eventually led him to ask that same question. But, it was also at this point that he found the superhuman in...

An enigmatic saying rooted in traditional Zen goes this way: “If you see the Buddha on the road, kill him.”  This saying essentially means, “Don’t get too attached to the idea of having all the right answers.” A little bit different, somewhat more “academic” look at Zen in this episode. Yet, amongst the jargon and history lesson, there is a down-to-earth practical message to take away as well. Che...

How do you reconcile simplicity with living life to the fullest?  Do those two concepts need reconciling at all? I ask prolific author and arguably the doppelgänger for Dos Equis’s “Most Interesting Man in the World,” Joseph Carrabis, that question among many others. We discuss Zen and the art of writing, cooking and living a full life of simplicity. You can find out more about Joseph and purchase...

If you were to look in the mirror each morning and ask, “Do I feel good about what I’m doing today?” would your answer be “yes” more often than “no”? To inquire about sponsoring Zen Sammich, send an email to  zensammich@gmail.com  with "sponsorship" in the subject line. You can also support the show through the link where you are listening to this or by going to  zensammich.com . Advertisi...

Do you have control over your emotions? Do you suppress them out of a desire to be "strong" or (for guys) "manly"? Or, on the other end of the spectrum, do they overwhelm you? Do you cry over spilt milk? When you master your emotions and guide them in a good direction, they become an asset rather than a liability. Daniel Gasser discusses how we can utilize our emotions in a positiv...

From the daily grind to pursuing dreams and goals of things you don't actually enjoy doing, it's time to let go of chasing identities and instead embrace the things in life you truly enjoy doing. Support the show through the link to Red Circle, if available where you are listening; or, find out about other ways to support the show by going to  zensammich.com . Or, to sponsor the show, send...

Ever thought about starting a podcast? Syya Yasotornrat, founder of Brilliant Beam Media, joins Zen Sammich to discuss the joys and woes of podcasting (spoiler alert: there are more highs than lows).  She even shares a worthwhile Zen tip about humility. https://www.brilliantbeammedia.com/ Zen Sammich needs your support to pay the bills! You can support the show through the link to Red Circle, if a...