Sinopsis
Five Minute Mojo is about introspection. Each day, Monday through Friday, Thom Walters shares a topic aimed at helping you live a more purposeful life. At the end of the episode, listeners are presented with a question that helps them think about their own lives in the context of the topic of the day. As the evening companion to ZEN commuter, you will arrive home each weekday, calmer. Whats more, you will start the next day off even better, knowing what makes you happier and more purposeful.
Episodios
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1547: Give Up Trying to Change Others
05/05/2023 Duración: 05minWe often see the need to change situations to meet our expectations. in almost all cases, things will be as they are. However, we experience even more frustration and unrest when we try to change people. It can't be done, and doesn't need to. Let's talk about letting people be who they are so that we can expereince more peace.
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1546: Walking Two Paths - An Exercise in Mindfulness
05/05/2023 Duración: 06minMindfulness is a very popular topic, with good reason. It helps us live more peacefully. But if you have never experienced mindfulness you might not know of the benefits. Today, I share a great exercise to help you realize the difference between your typical way of going through the day and experiencing daily mindfulness. Come listen.
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1545: Become Calmer By Ending the Need to Know Everything
03/05/2023 Duración: 06minAs we get older we feel the need to know more and more. I mean, we have been on the planet for a while, so shouldn't we? No. Not necessarily. There is no need to know everything. In fact, I find much more peace in not knowing. Let's talk about it.
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1544: Knowing What Has Meaning for You Creates a Calmer, More Meaningful Life
02/05/2023 Duración: 05minWhen we know what is important to us we have the ability to act on those beliefs and create a more peaceful life. However, if we don't have that understanding we can often leads ourselves into situations where we are at the whim of the negative energy of others. Let's talk about it.
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1543: Seeing is Not Always Believing
02/05/2023 Duración: 05minOur senses take in a variety of information; they are data collectors. What happens next is up to us. Today I talk about how to dig a little deeper with that information and determine the best course of action.
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1542: Why Waste a Day
27/04/2023 Duración: 10minWe 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.
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1540: Why You Aren't Heard, and How to Remedy That
25/04/2023 Duración: 09minWhether we think so or not, we all want to be heard. We want to know that our existence has meaning. However, sometimes we go to great lengths to be listened to, and many times those lengths are not the most serving for us in the long run. Today let's talk about positive ways about being heard. Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for listening to the show! If it has helped you in any way, please share it using the social media buttons you see on the page. Also, reviews for the podcast on iTunes are extremely helpful, they help it reach a wider audience. The more positive reviews the higher in the rankings it goes. Of course that means more peace in the world. So please let me know what you think. I read ever one of them. If you have an idea for a topic or just want to say hey, drop me an email. The best part of producing ZEN commuter and Calmer in Five is talking with listeners. Don't be shy. D
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1539: How Feelings Checkins Help Us Feel Calmer
19/04/2023 Duración: 07minToday I read a great article by Dr. Allison of drallisonanswers.com. In the post, she details the reasons we should take time each day identifying our feelings. The benefits include mindfulness, stress reduction and awareness to name a few. Come listen.
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1538: Seeking Validation from Outside Sources Will Lead to Uneasiness
18/04/2023 Duración: 06minThe truest sense of calm comes from a firm understanding of who we are and what we bring to the world. Unfortunately, many people don’t know who they are. Many times they seek the validation of parents, spouses and “experts” to tell them they have worth. Today I talk about how outside validation leads to uneasiness. i will also share with you a way for eliminating the need to impress anyone. Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for listening to the show! If it has helped you in any way, please share it using the social media buttons you see on the page. Also, reviews for the podcast on iTunes are extremely helpful, they help it reach a wider audience. The more positive reviews the higher in the rankings it goes. Of course that means more peace in the world. So please let me know what you think. I read ever one of them. If you have an idea for a topic or just want to say hey, drop me an email. The be
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1537: How to Stop Worrying About Being Judged
05/04/2023 Duración: 09minLife becomes shorter and unfulfilling when you stop doing the things you want to do for fear of being judged. The reason we play it safe has to do with conditioning from millions of years ago. But whether it was millions of years ago or last week, you can be who you want to be, free from the worry of being judged, and possibly being cast out. Let's talk about it.
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Life is Effortless
29/03/2023 Duración: 09minThe episode title might strike people with an overwhelming sense of incredulousness. How could anyone thing that? Well, hopefully you can...sometimes. Let's talk about it.
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Past Performance Is Not Indicative...
27/03/2023 Duración: 08minDid you know your life is limitless? If you didn't, then quite possibly you have been looking to the past to figure out what the future holds. That won't serve you. As I will discuss, that is just one past you experienced. Just one you cpould see. But if you couldsee multiple realities and had a different view of time, then you might become calmer. Let's talk about it.
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The Right Choices for Calm
23/03/2023 Duración: 07minThere are many mindsets, that when left unexamined, lead to various levels of uneasiness. Today I talk about how some choices that are seemingly beneficial, ultimately can lead to stress.
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Touch the World Gently
15/03/2023 Duración: 04minI have been on the planet for a while now, and in that time I have met my share of people who are loud, forceful and in your face. Today's culture almost idolizes those who are void of grace, willing to trample anything that get's in their way. But there is by far a simpler way to get your needs met, while also remaining calm. Today I talk about that very thing; thanks to Mom.
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Who Cares What the Weather is...Calm is Outside
15/03/2023 Duración: 06minOkay, it is 2023, but even though we have a variety of places where we can spend our time indoors, calm is waiting for us outside. Today I talk about why that is. And you'll learn about a Farady Cage. :0)
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Understanding What Truly Matters to You Creates Serenity
13/03/2023 Duración: 06minWe have many beliefs, values and things that are important to us. Some are requested of our higher selves/soul. But our humanness can override those requests, many times unservingly. Today I talk about how understanding what you truly want leads to calm Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for listening to the show! If it has helped you in any way, please share it using the social media buttons you see on the page. Also, reviews for the podcast on iTunes are extremely helpful, they help it reach a wider audience. The more positive reviews the higher in the rankings it goes. Of course that means more peace in the world. So please let me know what you think. I read ever one of them. If you have an idea for a topic or just want to say hey, drop me an email. The best part of producing ZEN commuter and 5 Minute Mojo is talking with listeners. Don't be shy. Drop me a line.
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Happiness is Closer Than You Think
01/03/2023 Duración: 06minWe all wish to experience a happy life. But as I will talk about today, we can't have that all the time; we shouldn't want that. But, the good news is, that if we want to experience happiness more frequently there is a place we can go. Let's talk about it. Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for listening to the show! If it has helped you in any way, please share it using the social media buttons you see on the page. Also, reviews for the podcast on iTunes are extremely helpful, they help it reach a wider audience. The more positive reviews the higher in the rankings it goes. Of course that means more peace in the world. So please let me know what you think. I read ever one of them. If you have an idea for a topic or just want to say hey, drop me an email. The best part of producing ZEN commuter and 5 Minute Mojo is talking with listeners. Don't be shy. Drop me a line.
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Would You Be Charitable If No One Knew?
01/03/2023 Duración: 06minEven the most seemingly charitable gestures can lead us to feelings of uneasiness if our motivations stem from ego. Today I talk about how charity can be stressful if its origin is based on self-serving intentions. Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for listening to the show! If it has helped you in any way, please share it using the social media buttons you see on the page. Also, reviews for the podcast on iTunes are extremely helpful, they help it reach a wider audience. The more positive reviews the higher in the rankings it goes. Of course that means more peace in the world. So please let me know what you think. I read ever one of them. If you have an idea for a topic or just want to say hey, drop me an email. The best part of producing ZEN commuter and 5 Minute Mojo is talking with listeners. Don't be shy. Drop me a line.
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Nobody is Thinking About You
22/02/2023 Duración: 08minMany times we become paralyzed thinking that the people around us are judging our every move. The reality is that not many people are, if any. They are often times more wrapped up in their own lives. Science proves this. Today I share some thoughts and read a great article which talks about the science. Come listen. Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for listening to the show! If it has helped you in any way, please share it using the social media buttons you see on the page. Also, reviews for the podcast on iTunes are extremely helpful, they help it reach a wider audience. The more positive reviews the higher in the rankings it goes. Of course that means more peace in the world. So please let me know what you think. I read ever one of them. If you have an idea for a topic or just want to say hey, drop me an email. The best part of producing ZEN commuter and 5 Minute Mojo is talking with liste
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The Subtle Ways Advertisers Upset Your Level of Calm
15/02/2023 Duración: 07minAdvertisers and movie producers have upped their game in order to get you to buy their products and watch their shows. Some of them we may know, and some of them we may not. But the outcome is the same, diminished levels of calm. Let’s talk about the ways advertisers attempt (and many times succeed) at manipulating us to make a sale. Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for listening to the show! If it has helped you in any way, please share it using the social media buttons you see on the page. Also, reviews for the podcast on iTunes are extremely helpful, they help it reach a wider audience. The more positive reviews the higher in the rankings it goes. Of course that means more peace in the world. So please let me know what you think. I read ever one of them. If you have an idea for a topic or just want to say hey, drop me an email. The best part of producing ZEN commuter and 5 Minute Mojo is talk