Zen Sammich

Why isn’t the pace of life slowing down? We have smartphones, automation, AI, and cars that drive themselves. That should mean we have to work less, right? Then, why aren’t we? Two roads diverged. One leads to burnout and the other to peace of mind. It's ultimately up to you which path you take. A “Zen Slider” (shorter Zen Sammich episode) on the merits of living slowly. Advertising Inquiries:...

Do we lose kindness as we age? Is the world getting meaner? Or does it just happen to us individually as we get older? More importantly, how do we fix it? Accountant turned author, Tammy Hader, has some great advice, gleaned from her experience of rediscovering her kindness. Her book is “Walking Old Roads: A Memoir of Kindness Rediscovered” Find out more about Tammy and her book at tammyhader.com...

What was your last slip up? We ALL make mistakes. Whether it is overeating while on a diet, procrastinating that work project until it is too late to get it done on time, or just saying something unnecessarily hurtful to the person you love. Often, the feelings of regret, guilt, shame and disappointment are worse than the actual mistake itself. So, the question is, how do we move past those feelin...

What does It mean to be Jewish? Is Judaism a race or a religion? Why would there be a rise in anti-semitism in this day and age? Let’s ask a rabbi! Rabbi Yonason Goldson is the author of several acclaimed books, a TEDx speaker, and the “ethics ninja!” His latest work due out soon is called “The Spiral of Time.” Find out more at: https://www.ethicsninja.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yo...

Here are 5 key components for identifying and realizing that YOU have lived a captivating life and continue to live one. Yes, you. Zen Sammich needs your support to pay the bills! You can 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 . Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/...

What if you thought about life like you are the main character of your own story? How would that change the way adversity hits you in life? That, if you wrote a story, wouldn’t you include bad characters and events and struggles in your story? And, the hero - YOU - would overcome that stuff, of course. Without the adversity, it would probably be a pretty boring story. This episode is a double head...

Do you have a confirmation bias? Odds are you do. It’s not as obvious as you might think. How can we overcome simply seeking out validation for our opinions and beliefs, and in the process get closer to REAL truth? Zen Sammich needs your support to pay the bills! You can support the show through the link to Red Circle, if available where you are listening; or, find out about other ways to support...

What does “true happiness” mean for you? Looking inward, controlling your emotions, just taking that first step, making the necessary life changes to be your authentic self… there’s a lot to this whole business of happiness. Bryan Sagray and I discuss his journey and, ultimately, the 2 biggest keys to finding happiness in your life. Follow Bryan on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryan-sagra...

What is it you enjoy about being alive? Making the case for putting curiosity and playfulness on your daily to-do list.  Moreover, see the inner child in Others. Embrace their imperfections and forgive their goofs, just as you would a child. Zen Sammich needs your support to pay the bills! You can support the show through the link to Red Circle, if available where you are listening; or, find out a...

What are you here for? What are you trying to accomplish? What’s holding you back from living the life you want? Writer, coach and podcaster, Jeff Ikler, discusses these topics and how we might stoke the fire of curiosity and develop a sense of purpose in our lives. Find out more about Jeff, his coaching, and podcasts at https://www.queticocoaching.com/ . Zen Sammich needs your support to pay the...

Criticism and name calling can hurt. It is a harsh and cruel world sometimes. Whether from strangers on the internet or people close to you, unsavory words can come from any direction. What if we could live in a way in which we took nothing said about us personally? Zen Sammich needs your support to pay the bills! You can support the show through the link to Red Circle, if available where you are...

The more you listen to your heart and tap into your inner child, the happier a person you can be. The affable Raquel Borras is living proof of her own advice.  A multi-faceted, multi-podcasting rockstar and the “Queen of Goofiness” joins Zen Sammich to reveal some personal stories, her motivations, and to inspire us all. Follow her on LI at  https://www.linkedin.com/in/raquel-borras/ On Instagram...

Ever wish you could live a little more carefree? Now you can. Just takes a little practice of these three steps. Zen Sammich needs your support to pay the bills! You can 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 . Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & O...

Why does rejection hurt so much? Why do we feel imposter syndrome sometimes, like we’re not good enough? Self-proclaimed neuroscience geek and author, Dr. Melissa Hughes, helps us understand why our brain responds the way it does sometimes, as well as some useful tips on how to overcome our own emotional triggers, good and bad. Find out more about Dr. Hughes at melissahughes.rocks . Zen Sammich ne...

We start with the question of whether AI will ever be able to duplicate human consciousness. This leads, of course, to the question of “well, what is consciousness anyway?” Aren’t we, too, just machines that have been fed data since birth, which we then export by way of our thoughts and actions? The ultimate question we also want to ask here is whether the longterm benefits of AI outweigh the Term...

We all know 'em! People who are just deliberately not nice. For whatever reason. It can be quite a challenge for those of us who strive to be kind all the time. With some help from the Smurfs, Benny Hill, and Chuck Norris, here are 5 practical methods of how to deal with a-holes you encounter in life. Zen Sammich needs your support to pay the bills! You can support the show through the link to...

She may or may not be a unicycling magician (you’ll have to listen to find out), but Sarah Elkins wears quite a lot of hats. In a bit of an unorthodox interview, I got to find out more about this successful storyteller, speaker, author, and musician. Find out more about Sarah at elkinsconsulting.com You can also purchase her book - “You Stories Don’t Define You, How You Tell Them Will.” - there or...

Practical, real-world suggestions on how to master letting go of attachments, negative emotions, and expectations. When you dump the stuff that weighs you down, you create space for new possibilities, for the ever-changing flow of life. Zen Sammich needs your support to pay the bills! This show is listener supported. You can support through the link to Red Circle, if available where you are listen...

“We don’t have to believe what other people say about us.” Dr. Jo Anne White Life is about the connections we make. And, everybody wants to be heard and valued in this world. The thing is, in order to do that, it begins with yourself. Through the power of visualization and valuing others, we can get over the negativity that we might have internalized in ourselves and create real connection with ot...

Brad Burchnell discusses some tough issues and how we can get to a place of healing. Hear his very personal and compelling story, from his own childhood trauma to the loss of his daughter. Most importantly, he reminds us all that “the knot at the end of the rope is hope.” Brad is a contributing author to the recently released "Mission: Hope" which can be found on Amazon or by clicking here...

“You are already where you need to be.” The absence of goals does not signify an absence of purpose. Rather, “wandering” invites us to immerse ourselves in the present, guided only by principles and passions. Zen Sammich needs your support! ZS is listener supported. You can support here through Red Circle, or find out about other ways to support the show by going to  zensammich.com . Even just a o...

Ever ask yourself, “Is this all there is to life?” If so, Jen Carew can point you in the right direction of how to discover your path. And it is YOUR own path, because it is unique for each of us. Learning to discern between the voice of your ego and the voice of your inner truth on this episode. Find out more at jencarew.com And at https://www.youtube.com/@InhabitingJoy  Zen Sammich needs your s...

Reality does not care about your expectations. In fact, the world and the people in it will let you down if you hold onto expectations of how they or life should be. When you become an observer instead of constantly judging the world, you suddenly discover a lot more beauty around you. Zen Sammich needs your support! ZS is listener supported. You can support here through Red Circle, or find out ab...

“Winning is subjective." - Dr. Pierre McDonnaugh That statement might seem confusing at first. You either win or you don’t, right? You’re either first across the finish line or you're not, no? Well, it’s a little more complicated than that. People often forget that Rocky Balboa actually lost to Apollo Creed in the original movie. But he won by far surpassing expectations, by knocking the c...

What would the world look like if we complained less and found a way to simply say "Hell Yeah!" more often? Zen Sammich is listener supported. You can support here through Red Circle, or find out other ways to support the show by going to  zensammich.com . Even just a one-time donation of $5 is greatly appreciated. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: http...