5 Minute Mojo

To many people, the thought of disengaging from any or all social media is ludicrous. However, upon careful consideration, I am going to conduct an experiment for the month of January; no social media…at all. Lately I found myself losing some peace from scrolling through Instagram. Sure I followed some positive authors and thought leaders, but thrown into the mix of their posts were advertisements, negative reels and of course, some unkind comments and people. I will let you know how it goes. Meditation Instruction Schedule time with Thom (Free Consultation)   Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and Calmer in 5 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 m

The new year is an exciting time…kinda. People are all excited to reinvent themselves with new habits and goals. Of course that is a good thing; wanting to become better. But as with any new venture, there will be ups and downs. How do you navigate the challenges? The best way is with compassion for yourself. Today, I tell you how. Meditation Instruction Schedule time with Thom (Free Consultation)   Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and Calmer in 5 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. 

There are so many wonderful aspects of being human; but there are some that can mess with our level of calm. Today I talk about one of those things; the feeling of urgency that comes from feeling a need to validate your life. Whatever you do, or don’t do, has little impact on the your value. You are light and Love regardless of self-perceived destiny. Simply be. Meditation Instruction Schedule time with Thom (Free Consultation)   Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and Calmer in 5 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

When we attempt to bring ourselves to a space of mindfulness, we typically use our eyes to get us there.  But today I talk about using our ears as well, even when there is seemingly nothing to listen to. Come listen. :0) Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of anxiety with meditation - Schedule time with Thom (Free Consultation)   Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and Calmer in 5 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 Moj

When we sleep our brains go wherever they want to (and our consciousness sometimes), and possibly we wake up a little worse for wear. As I'll talk about today, there are options for changing a bad day to a less challenging one. Come listen Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of anxiety with meditation - Schedule time with Thom (Free Consultation)   Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and Calmer in 5 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 commut

The holidays can be a joyous time of year for many people.  Some people? Not so much. Regardless of who you are, the holidays can bring about a level of stress not usually experienced. Today I talk about some ideas that will abate that angst. Come listen. Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of anxiety with meditation - Schedule time with Thom (Free Consultation)   Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and Calmer in 5 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 prod

One of the regrets from the dying is that they didn’t get a chance to live the life that they wanted. They always did was expected of them, or what someone else thought was better for them. Today I talk about the wisdom (from Mom) that comes from you being you. Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of anxiety with meditation - Schedule time with Thom (Free Consultation)   Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and Calmer in 5 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 o

The word “Home” conjures up many images and feelings. But today I talk about our original home; connected to light, existing solely in Love. Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of anxiety with meditation - Schedule time with Thom (Free Consultation)   Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and Calmer in 5 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. 

The new year is approaching, but that really doesn’t mean anything. You can change at any time. Today, I invite you to spend some time in silence thinking about the aspects of your life that are outdated, no longer supporting your life. Not sure what those areas are? Come listen. Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of anxiety with meditation - Schedule time with Thom (Free Consultation)   Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and Calmer in 5 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 ema

We all can find ourselves in a funk at one time or another. But then what? What do you? Today I talk about one option that has always helped me. Come listen. Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of anxiety with meditation - Schedule time with Thom (Free Consultation) Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and Calmer in 5 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. 

There are emotions and aspects of each of us that we may choose to disavow. Our shadow is often seen as a deterrent to living a fuller life. The truth is, our shadow is as important as our light; it too can move us forward, but only if we acknowledge it. Today I talk about the calm that comes from embracing all of who we are. Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of anxiety with meditation - Schedule time with Thom (Free Consultation) Calm University: Easing the Pain of Anxiety is LIVE, and starts December 4th. Enroll today by clicking here.   Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and Calmer in 5 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

As we get older we feel that our options are dwindling.  We feel we know longer have the ability to change things about ourselves that are no longer working.  We feel we can't change circumstances.  Well, regardless of your age, you can ALWAYS change anything about yourself or your situations that you want.  Let's talk about it. Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and Calmer in 5 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 wit

I have always loved being outside. But when I was younger it wasn’t as strong as it is today. Is that the same for you? Are you a fan? Today I talk about helping you explore your connection to Mother Nature Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of anxiety with meditation - Schedule time with Thom (Free Consultation) Calm University: Easing the Pain of Anxiety is LIVE, and starts December 4th. Enroll today by clicking here.   Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and Calmer in 5 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 j

There are many places in our homes, at work or in our schedules were we could institute “Though-Free Zones”. Not sure what those are? No worries. kick back and I’ll explain it all. Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of anxiety with meditation - Schedule time with Thom (Free Consultation)   Calm University: Easing the Pain of Anxiety is LIVE, and starts December 4th. Enroll today by clicking here.   Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and Calmer in 5 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, dro

It's amazing to think that our thoughts can cause so much unrest; especially when all thoughts are make believe.  Today I talk about how we can tweak our thoughts to live a calmer life.  After all, our thoughts, make believe or not, have the ability to create our heaven or our hell. Let's talk about it. Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of anxiety with meditation - Schedule time with Thom (Free Consultation)   Calm University: Easing the Pain of Anxiety is LIVE, and starts November 13th. Enroll today by clicking here.   Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and Calmer in 5 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. 

If you think that today's episode is about abandoning toys and childlike whimsy, guess again.  In this episode I take a bit of my Mom's advice and add my spin to it.  There are may times the games on our phones can distract us from things that have real meaning.  Is that the case with you? Today I ask you some questions to ask yourself that may make that answer clearer. Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of anxiety with meditation - Schedule time with Thom (Free Consultation)   Calm University: Easing the Pain of Anxiety is LIVE, and starts November 13th. Enroll today by clicking here.   Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and Calmer in 5 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 t

Many people that hear me on Zen Commuter and Calmer in 5 may think that I have a problem with society.  I talk about how societal norms that do not resonate with our personal beliefs cause unrest; and that's a fact.  But you don't have to adhere to everything that society says. Today I talk about how society can negatively impact our level of calm, and the ways we can see things another way. Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of anxiety with meditation - Schedule time with Thom (Free Consultation)   Calm University: Easing the Pain of Anxiety is LIVE, and starts November 13th. Enroll today by clicking here.   Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and Calmer in 5 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 r

If you have been to a museum or gallery you know the calm and beauty that exists in many works of art.  Guess what? There are many examples of beautiful art in your day to day life.  All it takes is a mindful mentality and the stillness to see it.  Today I talk about how to cultivate this very simple ability. Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of anxiety with meditation - Schedule time with Thom (Free Consultation)   Calm University: Easing the Pain of Anxiety is LIVE, and starts November 13th. Enroll today by clicking here.   Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and Calmer in 5 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 w

With all the comparisons that come from social media, we tend to believe (incorrectly) that we are lacking, that we are in need.  The reqality is that things, situations and abundance comes to us every day.  Today I talk about how to become aware of that. Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of anxiety with meditation - Schedule time with Thom (Free Consultation)   Calm University: Easing the Pain of Anxiety is LIVE, and starts November 13th. Enroll today by clicking here.   Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and Calmer in 5 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 ev

The very nature of worry is to create negative make-believe scenarios and place them in the future. The more detrimental part of the process is empowering them with the belief that they are true. What happens next is stress, panic and an absence of calm. What if there was another way to deal with worry? Come listen, there is. Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of anxiety with meditation - Schedule time with Thom (Free Consultation)   Calm University: Easing the Pain of Anxiety is LIVE, and starts November 13th. Enroll today by clicking here.   Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and Calmer in 5 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 mo