Kiara Perkins knows full well the power that words have. In her work she helps her clients reframe and rephrase the thoughts that hold them back. It’s no wonder her company is called Positive Scripts. As a life coach she helps people clear the roadblocks that they, or others, have constructed. Her coaching style is a blend of positive psychology, spirituality, and practicality, and her mission is to empower as many people as possible to pursue their life vision and purpose with clarity, confiden...
Jul 18, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 2062
From his early days in garage bands and hip-hop groups to diving into music production in 2008, Kevin's path has been marked by a profound connection to sound and spirituality. During college, he delved into recording arts and music production while pondering life's deeper questions. This led to transformative experiences, including a five-year residency in Yosemite National Park, where he found solitude and inspiration, fostering reflections on mindfulness, music, and entrepreneurial goals. Kev...
Jul 17, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 2061
Last week I introduced you to a wonderful guest who is helping us all connect to our divinity. Her name was Emma Rowena. Today I have a very special treat for us. I am going to read a few passages from her book, You. Me. And All That We Are. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation) Connecting with Laura: You. Me. And All That We Are on Amazon Become a Super-Fan of the Show Support ZEN commuter and get access to patron bonuses THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for...
Jul 15, 2024•33 min•Ep. 2062
Laura is an esteemed international Spiritual Counsellor, Intuitive Coach, and Psychic Medium. With an uncanny ability to pinpoint crucial details across all areas of your life, she brings a unique blend of insight and clarity that resonates with your deepest intuitions. Her perceptiveness often feels like an extension of your own inner knowing, offering a compassionate yet no-nonsense presence that guides her work. Laura's exceptional capacity to illuminate and outline the most positive, life-af...
Jul 10, 2024•57 min•Ep. 2061
Parker Condit is the Host of Exploring Health Podcast: Macro to Micro. He is a passionate man who is dedicated to helping people live a healthier life. What does that mean? Well, it means absolutely anything that impacts our wellbeing. Not just working out and eating right; but absolutely anything that disrupts a life of health, both mental and physical. Come listen to our talk as we discuss the role meditation plays in his life. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consult...
Jul 08, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 2060
Dr. Lara May's journey is characterized by her unwavering dedication to empowering individuals to take control of their health and create positive transformations in their lives. With her passion for functional medicine, her commitment to patient care, and her thriving online platform, she continues to inspire and uplift others on their own healing journeys. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation) Links from the Episode: https://www.drlaramay.com/ Become a Super-...
Jul 02, 2024•57 min
About Jack Schaefer I am a life long practitioner of asian martial and has spent decades in the study and practice of Chinese medicine and Daoism. I am an ordained Daoist priest and co-founder of Parting Clouds Daoist Education. We are a recognized Daoist temple organization located in the US with students in the US, Canada, France, England, Russia, Mexico, Australia, and Scotland. We aim to bring authentic Daoist teachings to the western word. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Compli...
Jun 27, 2024•48 min•Ep. 2058
Saqib melds mysticism with science, drawing insights from traditions like Buddhism, Sufism, Taoism, Hinduism, Christian Mysticism, Non-Dualism, etc. Before his Awakening, he had a background in Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering and a Masters in Business Administration. He later received training in meditation at Dharamsala's Tushita Center and worked at Delhi's Zorba The Buddha. Since then he has hosted many programs across India and Canada. A spiritual mentor for many seekers, Saqi...
Jun 12, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 2057
Emma Rowena is a musician, performer, intuitive reader, healer, meditation guide, and emerging social entrepreneur, helping people find peace, purpose, and healing in their lives. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation) Links from the Episode: www.emmarowena.no Become a Super-Fan of the Show Support ZEN commuter and get access to patron bonuses THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for listening to the show! If it has helped you in any way, please share it using the...
Jun 11, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 2056
Today I want to introduce you to a very good friend of mine, Pierre Motor. He is the go-to guy for all things productivity. As a coach he instructs his students in a host of ways how to become their ultimate focused self. And while it isn’t his main secret weapon, meditation has aided him in his journey and those of his clients for many years. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation) Links from the Episode: Click here for Pierre's Distraction Shield: A Guide to Mi...
Jun 11, 2024•59 min•Ep. 2053
Most of the times when I speak to my Mom, I keep the lessons to myself. Mainly, because the value they hold is more personal than communal. But today, I had a talk with my Mom that may be beneficial for all people to hear. Come Listen. It’s a short one. :0) Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation) Become a Super-Fan of the Show Support ZEN commuter and get access to patron bonuses THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for listening to the show! If it has helped you i...
Jun 10, 2024•11 min•Ep. 2055
Many people meditate to relax and minimize stress. And of course, that is a great reason. As we all know, there are several benefits to meditating. Today I talk about the less common ones. Come listen. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation) Links from the Episode: Visit Heroic Productivity and sign up for an amazing resource for killing distractions Become a Super-Fan of the Show Support ZEN commuter and get access to patron bonuses THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks ...
Jun 05, 2024•23 min•Ep. 2054
We have talked about the meditation practice know as Tonglen, but today’s article talks about it in a deeper way, helping us better understand what it is, but also why it is beneficial for the “giver and receiver”. Come listen. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation) Links from the Episode: Tricycle Magazine Become a Super-Fan of the Show Support ZEN commuter and get access to patron bonuses THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for listening to the show! If it has ...
May 29, 2024•12 min•Ep. 2052
Joy is a wonderfully light energy that lifts our spirits, helps us appreciate the beauty of the world around us. Hopefully, you know that experiencing and observing the joy of others brings about the same result; a lightness of being. If you were unsure, today’s post by Scott Tusa will make it wonderfully clear. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation) Links from the Episode: Tricycle Magazine Become a Super-Fan of the Show Support ZEN commuter and get access to p...
May 28, 2024•11 min•Ep. 2051
Karma is an often used word in our culture. However, many times it is referenced incorrectly, veering from its Buddhist roots. Today though, Thanissaro Bhikkhu talks about it in its true sense; and how it helps pave a path to freedom. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation) Links from the Episode: Tricycle Magazine Become a Super-Fan of the Show Support ZEN commuter and get access to patron bonuses THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for listening to the show! If ...
May 27, 2024•20 min•Ep. 2050
Another day of Tricycle and another day of wisdom. :0) In today's post by Katherine Griffith, she discusses how to experience peace in a world that is seemingly chaotic, to say the least Join Me Tomorrow for a Live Meditation Talk on Insight Timer Live Insight Timer Event - Developing Compassion for Yourself and Others Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation) Links from the Episode: Get the Affirmate App for iPhone and Android (phone link only) Become a Super-Fan ...
May 23, 2024•20 min•Ep. 2049
What a great way to start off Tricycle week. Today I share a post with you about an unlikely meditator and how he came to appreciate his practice. Join Me Tomorrow for a Live Meditation Talk on Insight Timer Live Insight Timer Event - Developing Compassion for Yourself and Others Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation) Links from the Episode: Get the Affirmate App for iPhone and Android (phone link only) Become a Super-Fan of the Show Support ZEN commuter and get...
May 21, 2024•20 min•Ep. 2048
Sarah Chauncey has written and edited for nearly every medium over the past three decades, from print to television to digital. Her writing has been featured on EckhartTolle.com, Modern Loss, as well as in Lion's Roar and Canadian Living. She lives on Vancouver Island in British Columbia (with her current cat, Ariel), where she divides her time between writing, editing nonfiction, and walking in nature. Links from the Episode: https://www.livingthemess.com Schedule time with Thom Become a Super-...
May 16, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 2047
It's been a while since I have recorded a meditation strictly for Zen Commuter. But the time has come. The 16 minute meditation I created is to help practitioners connect to universal consciousness. The recording starts with breath work, then transitions to body awareness and ultimately with a visualization. Please head out to www.patreon.com/zencommuter to avail yourself to the MP3 file. Enjoy.
May 14, 2024•27 min•Ep. 2046
Rudy Daniel is the creator of a great app that helps us rewire our subconscious, to realize a more fulfilling and positive life. The app is called Affirmate, and its effectiveness is the result of meditation, ancient wisdom and modern psychological principles. With it, in just 90 seconds a day, you can start to reprogram negative thought patterns that are holding you back from experiencing an amazing life. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation) Links from the Ep...
May 10, 2024•14 min
Constantin Morun is a meditator, coach and host of the popular Unleash Yourself podcast. Today we talk about how to live a calmer life by understanding what has meaning for you, as opposed to what others feel should have meaning for you. Our discussion talks about turning inwardly to glean the wisdom that will transform your life. Links from the Episode: Attend the Calm Success Live Event - Register here This is not just any event; it's a chance to learn innovative strategies from Constantin Mor...
May 07, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 2044
As Rudy puts it… My journey of self-exploration accelerated in my mid-thirties, a point in life where I questioned the deeper meaning of existence. At that juncture, I sensed a desire for more profound experiences, realizing that accumulating possessions and following the same patterns lacked depth and meaning. In this quest, I delved into the philosophies of Eastern traditions such as Hinduism, Buddhism, Zen, Tao, and more, alongside exploring Western philosophy, science, and the arts. Engaging...
May 06, 2024•51 min•Ep. 2043
Martin is “a man on the mend”, a recovered alcoholic with a debauched and materially-immersed past life of spilt milk under burnt bridges. Moments from suicide, his Beagle talked him out of it. This rock-bottom moment launched a phenomenal journey of self healing and personal transformation. "If you told me I had five minutes left to live, I'd spend that time basking in gratitude for the incredible gift of life. I want others to have that choice too.” - Martin O’Toole Through his experiences of ...
Apr 30, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 2042
Pema Chodron is a Buddhist nun who is known for compassion and grace. Today I read an article of hers that discusses a form of meditation that centers on empathy; taking in the pain of others and sending out comfort and relief. It's called Tong Len. 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/zencommuter Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/t...
Apr 26, 2024•10 min•Ep. 2041
Jeremy Van Wert is a trained psychotherapist who helps individuals create their most amazing life. In his work as a life coach he helps his clients break through the barriers that hold them back from experiencing the richest life possible. In our talk today we talk about the benefits of plant based medicines to facilitate personal growth and to assist us in seeing the hurdles that society places in front of us. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation) Links from t...
Apr 24, 2024•56 min•Ep. 2040
In waking life and in our meditative experiences, we can experience difficult emotions. So what do we do when challenging feelings come up in a session? The answer may surprise you. I'll also talk about how meditation can help us become a little bit more equanimous, a fancy word for even-tempered; not rattled easily by outside things. Come listen. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation) Connect with Thom Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thom-walters-563639...
Apr 23, 2024•20 min•Ep. 2039
For me personally, one of the greatest aspects of a sitting practice is when it begins to blend into daily life. Today, I talk about the ways that happens, purposefully, and on its own. 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/zencommuter Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thom_walters Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=ze...
Apr 17, 2024•16 min•Ep. 2038
It’s often difficult for seasoned meditators to keep a consistent practice when they have been at it for a significant amount of time, maybe even years. One way to maintain consistency is to change things up. Today I talk about the ways to deepen a meditation practice. 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.instagr...
Apr 10, 2024•14 min•Ep. 2037
Meditation is a great tool for living a life that is more even-keeled. Thats a fancy way of saying we aren’t laughing one minute and then screaming with rage the next. Emotional regulation is a great benefit of a mindfulness practice. 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://www.instagram.com/thom_wa...
Apr 09, 2024•16 min•Ep. 2036
For the next five episodes I am going to be answering questions I get asked by other veteran meditators about their practice. Today's topic focuses on understanding the true nature of reality by using your meditation practice. 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_walters Facebook - https://www....
Apr 05, 2024•13 min•Ep. 2035
