Podcasts by Zen Commuter

2002: Tricycle Week - A Gift by Sunita Puri from 2023-12-13T17:12

Today is day two of Tricycle week and in today's post Sunita Puri talks about the impermanence of all things.  A lesson she admittedly has had to learn a couple of...

2001: Tricycle Week - Why Should I Appreciate Life by Dale Wright from 2023-12-12T02:27

Winter Tricycle week is here. And I start off with a phenomenal article by Dale Wright. It talks about the freedom that comes from...

2000: The Real Founder of Zen Commuter from 2023-12-07T16:36

Episode 2000! Can you believe it? I certainly can’t. But I am extremely grateful that it is here. After wondering what I should ta...

1999: Zen Commuter Episode #1 from 2023-12-05T03:52

Today is episode 1999. In honor of tomorrow’s 2000th episode I thought I would share with you the episode that started it all. Tha...

1998: Troy McFadden - Founder of Wisdom Warrior Coaching from 2023-11-30T18:55

Troy is a transformational coach who works with the tools and techniques of mindfulness to support others in achieving optimal gro...

1997: Curious Avatar by Marc Max Pollock from 2023-11-29T13:26

What is Reality? A Provocative Look at Life, Love, the Nature of the Soul, and the Future of Humanity. In Curious Avatar, Marc Max...

1996: Marc Max Pollock - Author of Curious Avatar from 2023-11-28T01:10

Marc Max Pollock’s life story is an extraordinary example of overcoming adversity. Having grown up experiencing poverty, abuse and...

1995: Georgia Pitfield - Host and Founder of Soulful Living from 2023-11-17T15:12

My journey to Soulful Living was born out of struggle
Starting at a young age, anxiety and depression crept into my life and I experienced some ver...

1994: JJ DiGeronimo - Author of Seeking and Women's Empowerment from 2023-11-09T01:51

A woman in tech turned award-winning author shares energy practices and empowering strategies that listeners can use to create more impact!

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1993: Paul Zolman - Author of The Role of Love from 2023-11-02T18:22

Paul Zolman is the international bestselling author of the Role of Love, but the true author of love is God. In His wisdom, He placed us in a variety of circumstan...

1992: Jason Medlock - Author of Empowered by Consciousness from 2023-10-23T19:52

Mindset-Performance Coach, and Remote Viewer, among other roles, Medlock provides a unique exploration of various spiritual modali...

1991: Four Challenges That Beginner Meditators May Experience. from 2023-10-19T02:01

Some times beginner meditators give up because they experience things that are just too tough to face. Today I talk about what tho...

1990: Ignite Your Purpose - An Excerpt by Sharni Quinn from 2023-10-16T18:06

Sharni Quinn and other noteworthy thought leaders have written a book that is the perfect resource for helping you live a fuller, ...

1989: Martin O'Toole - Teaches Us All How to Die Happy from 2023-10-14T03:59

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, h...

1988: Choosing the Serving Path When it Comes to Thoughts from 2023-10-13T00:57

Today I share some ideas about how, or if, to engage with errant thoughts. Most people believe that the goal of meditation is to f...

1987: Roseann Nieboer - Host of the Chakra Way Podcast from 2023-10-12T18:53

Rosanne Nieboer is a yoga teacher who had a profound awakening of a sorts. As she and her practice grew she shifted her focus to t...

1986: Meditation Instruction: How to Sit in a Chair to Meditate, and When You Don't Need To from 2023-10-10T19:34

Meditation isn’t one of those things that you have to master. In fact, the very nature of a practice is that understanding; that you never will be perfect, and yo...

1985: Alan Carroll - Helping Speakers Ease Their Fears with Mindfulness from 2023-09-27T17:18

About Alan:

Alan Carroll is an Educational Psychologist who specializes in Transpersonal Psychology. ...

1984: Dr. Victor Manzo - Blending Business with Spirituality from 2023-09-13T14:28

Dr Vic Manzo is all about helping his clients become the best they can be, living a life that has meaning for them. He is a busine...

1983: Hunter Clarke-Fields - Helping Parents Raise Great Kids with Mindfulness from 2023-09-13T14:25

Hunter Clarke-Fields is on a mission; to help parents raise good kids…great kids. She has a very powerful tool to help her in her ...

1982: Susan Michel: Helping Those in Pain Find their Peace from 2023-09-13T14:23

Susan Michel is courageously transparent when she talks about trying to end her life unsuccessfully when she was in her early 20’s...

1981: Professor Pete Alexander - Helping People Find Workplace Serenity from 2023-09-13T01:33

We know all too well how difficult life can be when we are under stress. Professor Pete Alexander certainly does. After working th...

1980: Tricycle Week - Nothing to Be by Francis Dojun Cook (R) from 2023-09-07T13:18

To many people, the idea of their identity is very important.  To them, it's everything. With Buddhism it is the exact opposite.  An association with the self is a...

1979: Tricycle Week - Taking the Ache Out of Attachment by Thubten Chodron from 2023-09-05T23:50

The venerable Thubten Chodron helps us understand attachment in day three of Tricycle week. In her article she explains what attac...

1978: Tricycle Week - The Two Big Problems with the Spiritual Path by Andrew Holecek from 2023-08-29T19:04

On day two of Tricycle week I read a great article that talks about how even the thought of embarking on enlightenment creates a c...

1977: Tricycle Week - Charting the Four Immeasurables by Jetsun Khandro Rinpoche from 2023-08-28T16:00

We all would like to embody kindness, joy and compassion, to name a few. However, before we start thinking of that wonder goal, ma...

1976: Donna Conley - Empowering Journeys of Healing and Self-Discovery from 2023-08-23T22:25

Donna Conley knows firsthand how trauma can derail a life. She speaks about her own challenges in our interview today. However, sh...

1975: Josel Gaston - Host of Find Your Daily Calm from 2023-08-21T16:20

Josel Gaston, or Sel to his friends, is the host of Find Your Daily Calm podcast. His show features brief meditations and i...

1974: Sarah Chauncey - Inner Peace for Overthinkers from 2023-08-16T19:22

Sarah Chauncey has written and edited for nearly every medium over the past three decades, from print to television to digital. He...

1973: Mary Ann Stancel - Connecting and Healing through Energy from 2023-08-10T01:20

Mary Ann Stancel is an energy healer. But instead of me telling you, let's hear from her.

"I dive deep into your body's energy, targeting atoms and electrons to provide profound healing f...

1972: Veronique Ory - Personalized Yoga to Fit Your Needs and Journey from 2023-08-08T02:06

Many people practice and teach Yoga, but not the way Veronique Ory does. She feels that a yoga journey is a very personal practice...

1971 Sharni Quinn - Empowering Women Through Meditation and Yoga from 2023-08-03T15:34

Sharni Quinn is a Life Transformation Coach, Wellness Consultant, International Yoga Teacher, Speaker, Author and Retreat Facilita...

1970: Ani Rich - Utilizing Meditation to Help Clients Discover Their True Self from 2023-08-02T00:29

Ani Rich understands that each of is on a journey of self - discovery. However, not everyone realizes that. She understands that m...

1969: The Most Life Changing Benefit of Meditation from 2023-07-26T17:49

A meditation practice has innumerable benefits. Yet there is one that I have found to be the most transformative for my life. In fa...

1968: How and When to Change Positions During a Meditation from 2023-07-26T01:02

Meditation can be a sacred practice, but at its heart, it’s physiological. I say that because many new meditators feel that moving...

1967: Ora Nadrich - Author of Time to Awaken: Changing the World with Conscious Awareness from 2023-07-19T17:27

Ora Nadrich is a pioneering Mindfulness expert, international keynote speaker and coach, and the founder and president of the Inst...

1966: Paul Quinton - Connecting to Spirit to Move the World Forward from 2023-07-17T16:32

Each of us has access to a wealth of wisdom. No one knows this better than Paul Quinton. He is a channel and energy healer who con...

1965: Tatiana Flow - Connecting People to Source to Live an Abundant Life from 2023-07-13T23:30

Tatiana Flow is a spiritual mentor who teaches you to live from your intuition, so you can EMBODY abundance –the abundance she bel...

1964: Swami Nityananda - Helping Meditators Deepen Their Spiritual Practice from 2023-07-10T23:45

Swami Nityananda is the spiritual teacher of the Awake Yoga Meditation community. She was consecrated by Swami Shankarananda as a ...

1963: Ashley Williams - Helping Children Grow Up Happier Through Meditation from 2023-07-05T14:39

Ashley Williams has dedicated her career to helping individuals and organizations increase their overall happiness and satisfactio...

1962: How to Meditate when You Are Sick from 2023-06-28T18:32

Being under the weather is not fun at all, but some things still have to get done; like your meditation practice. Thankfully there...

1961: Thomas Sterner - Freeing us From Intrusive Thoughts from 2023-06-26T22:59

Thomas Sterner literally wrote the book on helping us free ourselves from the tyranny of our thoughts. In his latest book, It’s Ju...

1960: It's Just a Thought by Thomas Sterner from 2023-06-21T22:58

Thomas Sterner is the author of It’s Just a Thought: Emotional Freedom through Deliberate Thinking. Today I read the introduction to his book so that you can get ...

1959: Constantin Morun - Life Empowerment Mentor and Host of the UnleashThyself Podcast from 2023-06-17T19:13

Constantin is a personal and professional development enthusiast with over 15 years of experience.
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1958: Tricycle Week - Each Other's Bodhisattvas from 2023-06-15T14:24

While I typically don’t include reviews of books when Tricycle week comes around, I thought that Chenxing Han’s book about care-ta...

1957: Tricycle Week - Buddhism and Plum Village After Thich Nhat Hanh from 2023-06-13T14:36

Thich Nhat Hanh was a kind and wise leader. Now that he has passed, Plum village carries on, hoping to continue his legacy, while ...

1956: Tricycle Week - Humorist David Sedaris and Ann Tashi Slater from 2023-06-08T16:42

Today is definitely a departure from a regular post at Tricycle. Ann Tashi Slater interviews humorist David Sedaris, who talks abo...

1955: Tricycle Week - Expansion and Contraction by Sharon Salzberg from 2023-06-06T14:51

Today I share a great post from acclaimed meditation instructor, Sharon Salzberg. In it, she does a great job of explaining when w...

1954: Tricycle Week - How to Be Your Own Soulmate by Sister Dang Nghiem from 2023-06-05T19:34

Today is day one of Tricycle Week, and I start it off with a great reminder; be your own soulmate. Sister Dang Nghiem offers us a great article that takes three p...

1953: Andrew Safer - Helping Students Find Peace Through Mindfulness from 2023-06-01T17:46

Andrew Safer is a mindfulness instructor and trainer, program developer, workshop facilitator, and author. A 53-year practitioner of mindfulness-awareness and Zen...

1952: 5 Ways Meditation Helps You Become Calmer from 2023-05-30T23:22

It’s safe to say that many people deem meditation to be a source of calm. Even though it has so many other benefits, most people a...

1951: Marc Max Pollock - Author of Curious Avatar: Spiritual Energy, Personal Transformation, and the Meaning of Life from 2023-05-23T18:07

Marc Max Pollock’s life story is an extraordinary example of overcoming adversity. Having grown up experiencing poverty, abuse and...

1950: Tracey Whittet - Energy Healer and Inner Awareness Facilitator from 2023-05-23T15:07

Tracey Leigh Whittet is a spiritual energy healer, sacred conduit, and intuitive guide located in Santa Fe, NM. Transmosis Healing...

1949: Denise Blanc - Utilizing Meditation to Raise Our Emotional Quotient from 2023-05-16T18:03

Denise Blanc teaches leaders and their teams to communicate with courage, candor and authenticity using the latest information from emotional intelligence, neuroscience and cross-cultural...

1948: Dana Shamas - Helping People Understand Their Power With Yoga from 2023-05-11T13:36

As Dana explains it...
"For the longest time, I used to think that my intuitive gifts made me…well…a little bit of an oddball.  
It seemed like anytime I met someone—even a total str...

1947: Clementine Moss - Meditator, Author, Healer and Rock drummer from 2023-05-10T01:45

Every now and then I inteview a guest whose energy is felt across thousands of miles. That was the case with Clementne Moss.  She joined me to talk about her latest book, her practice and her li...

1946: Kara Goodwin - Spiritual Transformation Coach And Host of The Meditation Conversation Podcast from 2023-05-03T17:37

Kara Goodwin is a meditation and spiritual transformation coach, host of The Meditation Conversation podcast, energy healer, and beekeeper. She was drawn to meditation after a tragic year which ...

1945: Michael Goddart - The Author of A New Now Helps us Connect to Wisdom and Joy from 2023-04-26T23:58

Michael Goddart is the author of A New Now. His latest book talks about how we can access wisdom and joy more readily. I sat down with him to discuss the book, past lives and the beauty of aware...

1944: A New Now by Michael Goddart from 2023-04-25T22:55

Tomorrow I am going to share my interview with Miachael Goddart, the author of The New Now. To get ready for that interview, today I am going to read an excerpt from his book.  Enjoy.

1943: Lake Meditation - Helping Us Experience Connection from 2023-04-21T17:41

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 consciou...

1942: Victoria Rader - Founder of YU2SHINE, Helps People Get Unstuck from 2023-04-19T23:15

Victoria Rader, Ph.D. Possibility Coach™, transformational speaker and founder of YU2SHINE empowers coaches, entrepreneurs, and spiritual seekers to manifest mirac...

1941: Reassess Your Values with Meditation from 2023-04-18T00:09

When we are young we look to our parents and caregivers to teach us. We also look to our literal teachers, as well as religious le...

1940: Marsha VanW - Helping Storytellers Find Their Voice from 2023-04-13T19:59

Much like many of us, Marsha Vanwynesberghe has seen her share of challenges in life.  But those challenges did not beat her down.  If anything, she eventualy came to see them as gifts.  And now...

1939: The Importance of Posture in Meditation: A Guide to Longer Sessions from 2023-04-05T00:36

Today I thought we would tackle how to meditate for longer periods of time.  With that said, as I hammered home in the episode (odd phrase for a meditation podcast) :0) , only meditate for longe...

1938: Meditation Benefits - Defining and Understanding True Stillness from 2023-03-29T14:45

Meditation is about stillness, about experiencing the truest understanding of who we are; past the boundaries of body and thought.  Today I talk about how we can do that; how we can expereince t...

1937: Meditation Consistency - Shorten Your Session from 2023-03-27T23:38

Many, if not the majority, of my students find creating a consistent practice to be the most difficult part of meditation.  Today I share with you a tip to keep your practice strong and resilien...

1936: Martin Theis Helps Us Understand Shamanism from 2023-03-23T21:34

Martin Theis is a spiritual coach and teacher who focuses on mental and emotional well-being through the art of shamanic journeys. 
The coaching practice Light Trails Co.'s missi...

Tricycle Week - Understanding Buddhist Titles from 2023-03-15T18:19

I have recorded many Tricycle Week articles on Zen Commuter, and invariably I come across the word, Rinpoche. Today, I talk about what the term Rinpoche means; along with monastic, lama and tulk...

Tricycle Week - Nothing to Be by Francis Dojun Cook from 2023-03-15T18:14

To many people, the idea of their identity is very important.  To them, it's everything. With Buddhism it is the exact opposite.  An association with the self is a leading cause of suffering.  t...

Tricycle Week - Myth and Meaning by Karen Armstrong from 2023-03-12T22:06

Today, Karen Armstrong shares with us how we can take principles from the past and apply them to contemporary challneges; namely, climate change.  In her article she discusses how we must meld m...

Tricycle Week - Is That So by Charles Johnson from 2023-03-01T20:16

Today is day two of Tricycle Week, and I bring to you a story that illustrates how to see the gifts that we are given, whether we ...

Tricycle Week - How to Be Alone by Sallie Jiko Tisdale from 2023-02-28T22:34

Today is the start of Tricycle Week.  You heard me right...week.  that means that for the next five days I will be sharing five ar...

Shana Francesca - Helping People Live More Intentionally from 2023-02-22T01:09

Shana Francesca is a  speaker, writer and entrepreneur.  Shana has been interviewed on more than 60 podcasts worldwide and has bee...

Crystal Anne Compton from 2023-02-15T01:35

Crystal Anne Compton is a spiritual teacher, intuitive channel, and founder of The Lightshine Lab, an online community dedicated to spiritual learning and consciousness exploration. She served a...

Amos Smith - Author of Be Still and Listen from 2023-02-08T18:54

Amos Smith is Quaker minister as well as a celebrated author who focuses on centering prayer. in today’s interview we talk about t...

Ryan Cote - Host of The Morning Upgrade from 2023-02-07T16:53

Ryan Cote is the host of The Morning Upgrade podcast. On his show he speaks with a variety of entrepreneurs, business people and t...

1927: Rachael Lahela Marie from 2023-02-01T17:36

After Rachael's heart opening and awakening on the island of Kauai in early 2021 she has become a global voice for the wisdom of the heart. Rachael shares the experience of the awakening that fo...

1926: 3 Meditations to Calm an Anxious Mind from 2023-01-30T17:39

Today I share 3 more very short meditations to help you cope when anxious thoughts creep in. They are not meditations in the typical sense, but instead, directions for loking at anxiety through ...

1925: 2 Brief Meditations to Calm an Anxious Mind from 2023-01-27T16:06

Today, Dr. Kamilah Majied and Sylvia Boorstein helps us calm our anxious minds with 2 brief meditations that can be woven into your existing practice or practiced on their own.  Come listen.

1924: How to Practice Patience by Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche from 2023-01-27T14:21

If there is one article that the world could benefit from reading, it would be this one. Patience is a much needed quality today. I see it in myself as well.  We all could stand to be more patie...

1923: How I Stopped My Panic Attacks by Mingyur Rinpoche from 2023-01-25T00:06

Many people suffer from panic attacks.  Thankfully, mindfulness can assist those impacted by allowing them to bring their attention to sensations in the body.  Today, Mingyur Rinpoche tells his ...

1922: Unraveling Anxiety by Judy Lief from 2023-01-23T21:47

Many people suffer from anxiety, whether it's mild or profound.  However, Buddhism offers us a way to deal with it. Today, I share an article from Judy Lief of the Lion's Roar that explains how ...

1921: Two Sentences in a Mediation that Bring About Calm from 2023-01-21T03:10

I won't say what they are here because they would spoil the show.  Suffice it to say, this one phrase has the ability to remind us of the true nature of meditation.

1920: How to Meditate - Complete Beginner Meditation from 2023-01-19T02:43

Well, we got to a complete understanding of how to meditate.  To that end, todays' episode is a brief four minute meditation. Enjoy the calm.

1919: How to Meditate - Part 4 of 4 (Visualization) from 2023-01-17T20:37

Today I wrap everything up and get us ready for a complete basic meditation tomorrow.  Our focuse for this last episode in the series is about visualization and dealing with persistent thought.

1918: How to Meditate - Part 3 of 4 (Posture) from 2023-01-15T21:13

Today, we continue with our four part series on how to meditate. Our focus for this episode is on where to meditate and what is going to be our optimal posture during a session. Come listen.

1917: How to Meditate - Part 2 of 4 (The Breath) from 2023-01-12T17:06

Now that we know what meditation is and isn't, it's time to talk about how to practice it.  Today's epsiode talksabout the importance of breath, and how to do it in a serving way.  Enjoy

1916: How to Meditate - Part 1 of 4 from 2023-01-10T05:02

Today I am starting a ZC tradition.  I am going to teach listeneers how to meditate.  The bet place to start today is with understanding what meditation is and what it isn't.  Once we have that ...

1915: Creating Your Sankalpa - Part 2 (R) from 2023-01-09T00:10

The last time we got together we talked about the premise of a Sankalpa.  We learned what it is and how it canbe beneficial for us.  Today I talk about how to create your own Sankalpa.

1914: Understanding the Meaning of Sankalpa from 2023-01-05T11:07

In Sanskrit, Sankalpa is a solemn vow, an intention.  Today I flesh out what that means and how to incoporate it into your meditation.

1913: Two Methods for Increasing Your Meditation Consistency from 2023-01-04T04:55

Meditation consistency is one of the greatest challenges for practitioners. Even meditators who have been consistent for a while fall back inot a spotty practice. Today I talk about two methods ...

1912: Where to Place Your Hands During a Meditation. from 2023-01-03T05:07

It may seem like a very simple answer.  But as we will discuss today, there are many things to consider.  Come listen

1911: What Exactly is a Walking Meditation? from 2022-12-30T04:26

A walking meditation is not simply a walk in the woods ( although those are very nice).  Today I talk about all things related to a walking meditation.

1910: Michael Harris: Transforming Pain into Purpose from 2022-12-28T02:31

Michael Harris is the author of Falling Down, Getting Up.  In the book he details the many struggles he faced growing up and how those seemingly random trials ended up setting him on the path of...

1909: Lion's Roar Week - Mindfully Drinking and Using Social Media from 2022-12-27T02:55

To finish off the week of great articles that were supplied to us by the Lion's Roar, I thought that two stories about drinking and phone use would be most helpful.  Enjoy

1908: Lion's Roar Week - Why Buddhists Don't Always Agree on Intoxicants from 2022-12-23T05:28

Devout Buddhists see intoxicants as things to be avoided at all costs.  But today we get some differing perspectives.

1907: Lion's Roar Week - Breaking Free From Addiction (Part Two) from 2022-12-22T11:06

Alcoholism and subsstance abuse are tough addictions to recover from.  But today I share the stories of two students of the Dharma who have successfully navigated that path.

1906: Lion's Roar - Easing Addiction with Meditation and Buddhism from 2022-12-20T04:50

The challenges that face people struggling with addiction are colossal. But there is a tool that can help.  Today we talk with two people who found some peace with their addictions with the help...

1905: Lion's Roar Week - We Are All Buddha from 2022-12-19T05:47

Today we read a post by Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche that discusses how meditation can be used to help us understand our innate Buddhanature.  Today's episode starts Lion's Roar week.  

1904: Juni Bucher - Part Two from 2022-12-16T05:25

When I initially had Juni on the show we talked about all things meditation and cancer.  Originally slated for Patreon, this episode is perfect for all listeners as we talk about the work she do...

1903: Starting Your Spiritual Journey with Meditation from 2022-12-14T05:15

WIth the ability to turn our focus inward, we are able to stifle many noises and thoughts that keep us on edge. Today I talk about the necessities for starting out on a spiritual Journey.

1903: What Really is Karma (R) from 2022-12-13T03:27

Today, as I recuperate, enjoy this rebroadcast episode of Zen commuter that talks about the real meaning of Karma.

1902: Ulrika Karlsson from 2022-12-09T02:53

Ulrika Karlsson is yogatherapist, spiritual teacher and acclaimed international author.  Today I sit down with her to talk about spiritual jouneys, karma and life.  Be advised that there are a f...

1901: Tricycle Week - A Garland of Flowers from 2022-12-07T04:20

On this last day of Tricycle week , we delve into the story about the Buddha's stepmother, and her success in getting women in service along with monks.

1900: Tricycle Week - Lie Down and Breathe: Discovering the beauty of the Corpse Pose from 2022-12-06T05:25

Octavia Raheem give us a look at the benefits of the corpse pose.

1803: Meditating with Unserving Expectations from 2022-04-20T02:01:43

Meditation has a host of benefits.  However, when we sit down to practice, there should never be a feeling of desire to conquer a session, to expereince something immeditately. Today I talk abou...

1802: 3 Ways Meditation Helps You Become Calmer from 2022-04-18T01:20:02

There are myriad benefits of meditation, but the one most people enjoy most is its ability to calm them down.  Today I talk about it does that.

1801: Places in the Mind from 2022-04-13T10:25:17

1800: How to Live Non-dualistically from 2022-04-12T02:22:56

The copncept of non-dualism is heady at best, but as a way of life it can be even more daunting.  But there are reasons to stick with it.

1799: Understanding the Fear of Non-Duality from 2022-04-08T16:33:25

We all have been brought up to believe that we are separate from the world around us. To understand that that belief could be wrong might scare many people.  But lets tallk about it.

1798: Understanding Non-Duality from 2022-04-07T01:21

Yesterday I started talking about the concept of non-duality, as it relates to good and evil.  Today, I further that discussion with a talk about the basics of non-duality as it relates to under...

1797: The Nonduality of Good and Evil by David Loy from 2022-04-05T10:19:25

This week I talk about the idea of nonduality.  And the perfect way to start is with the most familiar example. Come listen

1796: Meditation: Sending Peace to the World from 2022-04-01T14:10:34

In my lifetime I can always remember times when other parts of the world were in distress.  Sometimes it was my own country.  Today I share a meditation I recorded to help send light and love to wh...

1795 Easing Insomnia with Meditation from 2022-03-30T10:27:01

The perfect way to drift to sleep is by letting your mind quiet down.  Meditation is the perfect solution

1794: How Your Sessions Help the World from 2022-03-29T02:23:31

Meditation can be a very solitary experience. Ironically enough, when we sit down and turn our attention inwardly, we connect to all life.  And it is that very energy that can be sent to any place ...

1793: How to Deal with Persistent Thoughts in a Meditation from 2022-03-25T16:34:46

It is one of the biggest challenges in meditation for many people, dealing with persistent thoughts.  Today I discuss a variety of methods for handling those thoughts.

1792: Ann Hince from 2022-03-25T15:02:37

Ann Hince has developed the ability to sense inside her body, and release physical tension stored in her connective tissue, using solely the focus of her mind. Today I talk with her to discuss h...

1791 Rebecca Dawson from 2022-03-23T03:29:29

The Author of The Agreement is with me today to talk about entering into a harmonious relationship to the Source.  Rebecca Dawson joins me to explain a new way lf thinking

1790: Sighing in a meditation from 2022-03-22T00:45:52

Have you ever been instructed to let a breath out with a sigh in a meditation?  The first time I heard it I was a little taken aback.  But as I talk about today, not only is sighing permissable,...

1789: Tricycle Week - The Third Moment from 2022-03-18T14:13:10

Today I end Tricycle week with a very practical was of mastering our emotions and becoming calmer.  Come listen

1788: Tricycle Week - Extremely Still from 2022-03-17T00:34:27

Today's article talks about how one man's meditation practice helped him understand goals, achieving, and eventually, may have even saved his life.

1787: Tricycle Week - Buddhism and Therapy from 2022-03-15T01:15:23

Today I read an interview with Dr. Mark Epstein, a Buddhist Psychiatrist. He explains how he arrived at this possibly odd union. 

1786: Tricycle Week - Stuck in Slow Motion from 2022-03-11T15:33:32

Vanessa Zuisei Goddard is wonderfully vulnerable in talking about her pain, and her ultimate transcendance of it.  Come listen.

1785: :Tricycle Week - Resting in the Unknown from 2022-03-10T03:03:49

I didn't ask Tricycle to write an article that perfectly dovetails what I spoke about yesterday, but that is what happened.  Today I read a great article that talks about sitting with not knowin...

1784: Allow Things to Be as They Are from 2022-03-08T01:54:02

When I was younger I was incredibly driven to make things happen the way I wanted them to happen.  What ended happening most of the time was me becoming stressed and upset when things didn't go ...

1783: Where to Sit when Meditating (R) from 2022-03-04T02:18:14

there are so many places to sit when you meditate, and each of them help you obtain a great posture.  Today, let's talk about some of them.

1782: Rubia Smolens from 2022-03-01T03:13:21

I meet many people who ask me to teach them how to meditate, but tell me that if it doesn’t work, it’s all good. They just can’t si...

1781: Healing the World with Meditation from 2022-02-28T05:30:09

At any time, there is a war or conflict in motion. May there came a day when that isn’t then case. For now , it might be beneficia...

1780: The Benefits of Meditation for Teens from 2022-02-24T00:06:26

Adolescence is a tough time for anyone. Thankfully meditation is so prevalent now that anyone, including teens, has access to it. ...

1779: Noah Hammond Tyrell from 2022-02-22T00:57:09

Noah Hammond Tyrell is the founder of Feel Good Hemp. His story is so amazing that I will just leave it at that. Today we talk abo...

1778: The Wisdom of Thich Nhat Hanh from 2022-02-18T15:49:43

Yesterday I gave you a brief bio about Thich Nhat Hanh. Today I spend some time reading articles by him that give you an idea why ...

1777: The Life of Thich Nhat Hanh from 2022-02-18T02:03:50

Last month Thich Nhat Hanh left this world, "dying" peacefully.  Today I want to get you curious about a man whose life was the em...

1776: Exploring the Nature of Thought from 2022-02-15T02:45:36

Today I wanted to discuss the reality of our thoughts. and to that point what is our reality. How do we create a better relationsh...

1775 - Lion's Roar - The Mindful Bodhisattva from 2022-02-11T00:19:06

Today's article by Norman Fischer talks about each of us is a Bodhisattva.  And our Buddha nature emerges when we are still and mi...

1774: Lion's Roar - Just Sitting [R] from 2022-02-09T11:16:02

There are many places around the world where the culture is about moving and doing. Today, I read an article that talks about simp...

1773: Lion's Roar - The Accident by Dan Cozort from 2022-02-07T02:54:42

An accident left Dan Cozort confined to a wheelchair. Thankfully he had a Buddhist practice to help him keep going and keep growing.

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1772: Lion's Roar Week - Fragrant from 2022-02-04T02:21:22

Marianne Pogosyan writes so beautifully about the sorrow and serenity that comes within the pandemic. Oh, and wait, there is time ...

1771: Lion's Roar Week - Should I Stay or Should I Go from 2022-02-02T23:17:01

Today begins Lion's Roar week. I start by reading a very contemporary article that addresses the question of whether or not you sh...

1770: Shelly Tygielski from 2022-01-31T04:59:28

Today I share my interview with Shelly Tygielski.

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1770: Shelly Tygielski from 2022-01-31T04:59:28

Today I share my interview with Shelly Tygielski.

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1769: Sit down to Rise Up by Shelly Tygielski from 2022-01-28T16:10:22

Sit Down to Rise Up was written by Shelley Tygielski to help people understand that even in challenging times, we can use those mo...

1767: Sit down to Rise Up by Shelly Tygielski from 2022-01-28T16:10:22

Sit Down to Rise Up was written by Shelley Tygielski to help people understand that even in challenging times, we can use those moments to propel us forward, but more importantly, propel others for...

1768: Leonard Perlmutter from 2022-01-26T05:23:49

January is National Conscience Month, and I am pleased to have Leonard Perlmutter on to help me celebrate

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1767: Mark Halpern from 2022-01-24T02:46:53

Today I share my interview with Coherence Revolution author, Mark Halpern

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1766: The Coherence Revolution by Mark Halpern from 2022-01-21T03:45:25

Did you know that your heart and your brain have their own energy pattern? I didn't. Luckily, I was able to talk to someone who di...

1765: Resonating with People (R) from 2022-01-20T01:55:59

We have all seen movies that depict an invisible man or woman. It's fascinating to think about, right? Today, I am gojng to talk a...

1762: Five Myths About Self-Compassion by Kristen Neff from 2022-01-18T01:57:54

Today, I read an article by Kristen Neff that debunks the myths of self-compassion so that we can begin to treat ourselves a little better.

1764: Five Myths About Self-Compassion by Kristen Neff from 2022-01-18T01:57:54

Today, I read an article by Kristen Neff that debunks the myths of self-compassion so that we can begin to treat ourselves a littl...

1761: How to Ask Questions in a Meditation from 2022-01-14T17:05:11

On ZC I talk a lot about turning to my meditation for answers about life, my life and life in general.  Today I talk about how to do that for yourself.  Come listen.

1763: How to Ask Questions in a Meditation from 2022-01-14T17:05:11

On ZC I talk a lot about turning to my meditation for answers about life, my life and life in general. Today I talk about how to d...

1763: Rich Lewis from 2022-01-13T11:33:02

Today I share a wonderful rebroadcast of an interview I did with Rich Lewis, Author of Centering Prayer

1762: Rich Lewis from 2022-01-13T11:33:02

Rich Lewis is the author of Sitting with God: A Journey to Your True Self Through Centering Prayer. In our talk today, we discuss ...

1762: Nate Rifkin (R) from 2022-01-12T02:05:53

Nate Rifkin describes a meditation that is more active than your typical session.  Come listen to this rebroadcast of my interview with Nate as we discuss a standing meditation and other forms o...

1761: Nate Rifkin (R) from 2022-01-12T02:05:53

Today I am joined by Nate Rifkin, the author of The Standing Meditation. In our talk, Nate discusses the circumstances that led hi...

1760: Meditation - Intention Meditation from 2022-01-10T01:11:08

It's been a while since I have posted a meditation here on Zen Commuter.  Thankfully you all know that you can meditate with me and the Zen Commuter group on Insight Timer twice a week.  Today I...

1760: Forest Rivers (R) from 2022-01-05T02:38:23

With the resurgence of COVID, I thought that it might be beneficial to see the pandemic in a different light.  Thankfully, a rebroadcast of my interview with Forest Rivers will do that very thin...

1759: Forest Rivers (R) from 2022-01-05T02:38:23

With the resurgence of COVID, I thought that it might be beneficial to see the pandemic in a different light.  Thankfully, a rebroadcast of my interview with Forest R...

1758: 3 Uncommon Elements of a Meditation from 2022-01-03T05:30

There are multiple ways to meditate depending on the style or method you choose. However, regardless of practice there are some th...

1758: 3 Uncommon Elements of a Meditation from 2022-01-03T05:30

There are multiple ways to meditate depending on the style or method you choose. However, regardless of practice there are some th...

1758: Lion's Roar Week - The Practice of Self-Care by Cyndi Lee from 2022-01-01T00:45:19

Cyndi Lee gives us all a broader definition of self-care.  A definition that has us caring and nurturing ourselves every day, not just when things are tough.  Come listen.

1757: Lion's Roar Week - The Practice of Self-Care by Cyndi Lee from 2022-01-01T00:45:19

Cyndi Lee gives us all a broader definition of self-care.  A definition that has us caring and nurturing ourselves every day, not ...

1757: Lion's Roar Week - When We Have No Choice from 2021-12-30T02:53:27

Pema Khandro Rinpoche shares a great article that helps us look at the nature of choice and hardship.

1756: Lion's Roar Week - When We Have No Choice from 2021-12-30T02:53:27

Pema Khandro Rinpoche shares a great article that helps us look at the nature of choice and hardship.

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1755: Lion's Roar Week - The Heart of the Buddha from 2021-12-28T01:24:09

Today's Lion's Roar article focuses on the aspiration to attain Buddhahood for the benefit of others.

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1756: Lion's Roar Week - The Heart of the Buddha from 2021-12-28T01:24:09

Today's Lion's Roar article focuses on the aspiration to attain Buddhahood for the benefit of others.

1754: Lion's Roar Week - Compassion by the Dalai Lama from 2021-12-23T16:42:23

Today starts The Lion's Roar Week on Zen Commuter.  And what could be a more perfect start than an article by Sylvia Boorstein abo...

1755: Lion's Roar Week - Compassion by the Dalai Lama from 2021-12-23T16:42:23

Today's article focuses on developing compassion, and what compassion truly is.  It is told by a man who knows it well...the Dalai Lama

1753: Lion's Roar - How to Work with the Winter Blues from 2021-12-22T04:37:36

Today starts The Lion's Roar Week on Zen Commuter.  And what could be a more perfect start than an article by Sylvia Boorstein abo...

1754: Lion's Roar - How to Work with the Winter Blues from 2021-12-22T04:37:36

Today starts The Lion's Roar Week on Zen Commuter.  And what could be a more perfect start than an article by Sylvia Boorstein about combatting the winter blues

1752: Mabel Katz (R) from 2021-12-21T02:01:34

In the spirit of great interviews I thought it would be great to rebroadcast my interview with Mabel Katz.  The word ho'oponopono has made its way into my world twice in the past two days so I'm...

1751: Tom Evans from 2021-12-18T00:32:12

Tom Evans is an acclaimed meditation instructor, composer and author, and he joins me today on Zen Commuter to talk about his late...

1751: Tom Evans from 2021-12-18T00:32:12

Tom Evans is an acclaimed meditation instructor, composer and author, and he joins me today on Zen Commuter to talk about his late...

1750: Connie Huebner from 2021-12-15T17:04

Connie Huebner is an author and meditation teacher, but is best known for her knowledge of vibrational healing. A knowledge that s...

1749: Divine Mother Healing by Connie Huebner from 2021-12-13T15:52:18

Today I share a brief biography of Connie Huebner, author of Diving Mother Healing. I will also read a few passages from her book ...

1748: Meditation isn't the Answer Every Time from 2021-12-10T18:23:46

With the many benefits that meditation provides, you would think it is a panacea. But it's not. Today I talk about the additional ...

1747: Devin Thorpe from 2021-12-09T15:56:13

Devin is a champion of social good. As a Forbes contributor, with over 500 bylines and over two million unique readers, he became ...

1746: The Benefits of Meditation for Teens and Young Adults from 2021-12-08T02:19:08

Adolescence is a tough time for anyone. Thankfully meditation is so prevalent now that anyone, including teens, has access to it. ...

1745: Dr. Alison J Kay from 2021-12-07T01:33

Alison Kay is an energy worker and creator of the Vibrational Upgrade system. If that wasn't enough she is an accomplished author,...

1744: Looking at Laziness by Pema Chodron from 2021-12-04T00:37:26

In the west, laziness is seen as a fault, something to be cured. Much like with many other maligned energies and emotions we can l...

1743: How Society Can Hinder Your Practice from 2021-12-03T03:08:32

As I talked about on Calmer in 5, if we blindly go along with prevalent societal beliefs we can become anxious. To my point today,...

1742: John Goff from 2021-11-30T23:17:04

Hailing from Utah, John Goff is a Qi Gong instructor as well as an energy work practitioner. Even with those intensive fields, he ...

1741: Chris Plourde from 2021-11-29T17:09:20

Chris Plourde is a coach, a businessman, a father, and a husband. He has worked with top athletes and well-known companies, celebr...

1740: Seth Gillihan from 2021-11-25T14:20:22

Seth Gillihan is a licensed psychologist who specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). He was a full-time faculty member ...

1739: Stacy Musial from 2021-11-22T16:22:47

Stacy Musial is one of the hosts of the Be the Love Podcast. As a psychotherapist, she helps her clients work through the blocks t...

1739: Stacy Musial from 2021-11-22T16:22:47

Stacy Musial is one of the hosts of the Be the Love Podcast. As a psychotherapist, she helps her clients work through the blocks t...

1738: Lion's Roar - Resilience and Heart from 2021-11-19T15:25:59

Today I read two articles from The Lion's Roar. One by Sylvia Boorstein talks about the importance of not losing heart. The second...

1737: Insight Timer - How to Deepen Your Meditation Practice from 2021-11-18T18:42:27

Insight Timer is a great app for both beginners and advanced meditators alike. Today I want to discuss how to deepen your practice...

1736: Insight Timer - Member Plus and the Benefit of Courses from 2021-11-16T16:26:36

Insight Timer is an amazing meditation app. You can use the free version for years to aid in your meditations. However, the paid m...

1735: Insight Timer - 4 Benefits of Daily Insights from 2021-11-16T01:13:45

Insight Timer, the meditation app, continues to grow to offer practitioners more ways to meditate. Today I talk about one of those...

1734: Insight Timer - Creating Meditation Sessions Using the Timer from 2021-11-13T16:11:47

The Insight Timer App is absolutely amazing for deepening your practice, so I though today I would help you learn how to create pe...

1733: Personalizing Your Meditation (R) from 2021-11-12T00:25:29

When we do things that resonate with us we are more able to reap the benefits of those things. Such is the case with meditation. Y...

1732: Giovanni Dienstmann from 2021-11-10T01:44:58

Giovanni Dienstmann is a meditation instructor, coach and best-selling author. His book Practical Meditation has sold ove...

1731: Tricycle Week - How To Bring Our Planet Back to Life from 2021-11-10T01:39:09

Tricycle Week Winter 2021: Day Five

Today's post is a perfect story that mel...

1730: Tricycle Week - Finding Spirit in the Ordinary from 2021-11-05T18:39:11

Tricycle Week Winter 2021: Day Four

Today's Tricycle post is a great read fo...

1729: Tricycle Week - The Body is Already Mindful by Willa Blythe Baker from 2021-11-03T22:20:56

Tricycle Week Winter 2021: Day Three

Today's post from Tricycle talks about ...

1728: Tricycle Week - Freedom from Illusion by Pema Duddel from 2021-11-02T20:00:35

Tricycle Week Winter 2021: Day Two

To bring us comfort, all of us, we create...

1727: Tricycle Week - The Dog Days of Dharma Practice from 2021-11-01T15:18:55

Tricycle Week Winter 2021: Day One

Today starts another wonderful week of Tr...

1726: Aryeh Green - Author of My Israel Trail from 2021-10-28T22:24:40

Life has a wonderful way of leading us to where we can best serve, even when it seems the hardest. Once his divorce was final, Ary...

1725: My Israel Trail by Aryeh Green from 2021-10-27T16:14:42

Today I had the absolute pleasure of speaking with Aryeh Green, the author of My Israel Trail. In his book he details the journey ...

1724: Should Meditation Be a Refuge During Difficult Times from 2021-10-22T15:14:16

One of the benefits of meditation is its ability to help us feel a little calmer. It might not be serving to go into it as the goa...

1723: How to Bring Questions to Your Meditations from 2021-10-22T15:04:33

In many episodes of Zen Commuter and Calmer in Five I have mentioned that I bring questions to my meditations in order to gain cla...

1722: Coming Home to Yourself by Kaira Jewel Lingo from 2021-10-20T13:22:48

There are many times when we feel like things are out of control, either personally or in the world. Kaira Jewel Lingo helps us re...

1721: The Inner Critic - Journaling Your Sessions (Part 5) from 2021-10-20T13:05:26

For new meditators, journaling your sessions can have incredible benefits. It allows you to look back and see the progress as well...

1720: The Inner Critic - How to Meditate with Your Inner Critic (Part 4) from 2021-10-19T16:51:56

The past four episodes i have discussed points to meditating with your inner critic. Today I outline the exact steps to take to le...

1719: The Inner Critic - Meditation and the Inner Critic (Part 3) from 2021-10-16T00:19:43

Now that we know all about the inner critic, it's time to talk about how we can address it and its thoughts when we meditate.  Today I talk about some important things to remember about the inne...

1718: The Inner Critic - The Critical Inner Voice Explained (Part 2) from 2021-10-14T13:56:25

As I discussed earlier, the reason many people do not meditate is because they feel they will be besieged with negative thoughts a...

1717: How to Meditate to Music That Doesn't Resonate With You (R) from 2021-10-12T20:16:54

We all like listening to soothing mediation music, right? Well, maybe there is benefit in meditating to music that you don't reson...

1716: The Inner Critic - The Fear of Your Inner Critic (Part 1) from 2021-10-08T16:33:42

In 2014 a study was conducted to determine how much people would enjoy being alone with their thoughts. It turns out the majority ...

1716: The Inner Critic - The Fear of Your Inner Critic (Part 1) from 2021-10-08T16:33:42

In 2014 a study was conducted to determine how much people would enjoy being alone with their thoughts. It turns out the majority ...

1715: How Meditation Decreases Worry from 2021-10-06T14:48:09

Today I continue a talk that was started on Calmer in 5. The topic? Worry. Why we do it and how we can stop. In the article by Set...

1714: Wendy Darling from 2021-10-06T14:46:40

Wendy Darling is the founder of the Miraculous Living Institute, a personal and professional growth organization offering presenta...

1713: Create Your Miraculous Life by Wendy Darling from 2021-10-04T14:40:30

Today I share excerpts from Wendy Darling’s Book, Create Your Miraculous Life: It’s Never too Late. in her book she shares the way...

1712: Leonard Perlmutter from 2021-09-30T21:20:21

Leonard Perlmutter is the founder and director of The American Meditation Institute in Averill Park, New York, author of the bests...

1711: Your Conscience by Leonard Perlmutter from 2021-09-29T18:04:40

Today I share excerpts from Leonard Perlmutter's book, Your Conscience; The Key to Unlock Limitless Wisdom and Creativity and Solv...

1710: Rachel Fiori: Mystical Therapist and Elite Coach from 2021-09-27T19:54:18

With a Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy, (specializing in mental, emotional, & behavioral health), a BA in Business/Corp...

1709: Sherry Stirling Fernandez from 2021-09-25T01:57:27

Sherry, and her husband Ken Fernandez, are a rags-to-riches story. Against all odds they found success, not only financially, but ...

1708: Life Mastery by Sherry Stirling Fernandez from 2021-09-24T20:21:57

Sherry Fernandez is the author of Life Mastery; Perpetual Progress towards Infinite Potential. In the book she explains How to pro...

1707: Adam C Hall from 2021-09-22T01:39:35

Adam C. Hall is committed to helping individuals unlearn the beliefs, behaviors, and habits that shield them from discovering thei...

1706: Divine Genius: The Unlearning Curve by Adam C. Hall from 2021-09-21T00:07:47

In preparation for my interview with Adam Hall tomorrow, today I read to you a few selections from his book. In it, he details his...

1705: Meditation Myths - Meditation is Religious from 2021-09-20T23:48:19

There are many myths about meditation that keep people from starting a practice. One of the most prevalent is the misbelief that m...

1704: Meditation Myths - Meditation is Self-indulgent from 2021-09-17T00:48:33

In a society where solitude is looked down upon, it's no wonder this myth took hold. Anything singular is seen as selfish. However...

1703: Meditation Myths - Meditation is relaxing from 2021-09-17T00:46:17

Meditation is seen as a great way to become calmer. In many cases it is. However to think about it in that limited context is un-s...

1702: Meditation Myths: Clear Your Mind from 2021-09-15T20:43:51

One of the most pervasive myths about meditation is that it starts by clearing your mind. Today I talk about how that is not accur...

1701: Tricycle Week - The Land of Many Dharmas from 2021-09-13T19:12:33

Tricycle Week: Day Five

Today is the final day of Tricycle week, and it conc...

1700: Tricycle Week - Just Love Them by Vanessa Zuisei Goddard from 2021-09-10T15:17:42

Tricycle Week: Day four

Sometimes even the most well-intentioned people lose their way. Eventually they find their way back to what truly matters…...

1699: Tricycle Week - Finding Clarity and Connection from 2021-09-09T13:46:30

Tricycle Week: Day Three

I am always a little reluctant to read interviews w...

1698: Tricycle Week - Embodying the Healing Mother by Mindy Newman from 2021-09-08T15:53:44

Today is day two of Tricycle week, and centers on a buddhist tradition known as the Tara Meditation.

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1697: Tricycle Week: Will I Get More Time, This Time by Sandy Boucher from 2021-09-08T01:46:35

Today starts another great week of Tricycle, the buddhist magazine. It starts with a great article by Sandy Boucher that helps us ...

1696: Why You Don't Start Meditating (R) from 2021-09-02T22:54:33

Absolutely everyone can meditate, yet some people don't feel that is true.  Today I talk about the four main reasons people feel i...

1695: Sherlock Holmes, Vulcans and How to Mindfully Find Lost Items. from 2021-09-02T22:47:30

There are many examples of meditation in the movies and on TV. Unfortunately, most of those depictions are stereotypes and caricat...

Meditation: Your Connection from 2021-09-01T17:18:02

This meditation was designed to help you feel your connection to all things while also helping you realize your importance. Enjoy.

1694: Mountain Meditation: Rediscovering Connection from 2021-09-01T17:13:12

I am very excited to share this meditation with you. It has been created to help you understand your connection to all things, and ...

1693: Lisa Nezneski from 2021-08-30T15:52

Today I am happy to interview Lisa Nezneski. She is a meditation teacher and author of the book, Seven Mindful Questions. Years ag...

1692: Seven Mindful Questions by Lisa Nezneski from 2021-08-30T14:23:44

Tomorrow I am excited to bring to you an interview I had with Lisa Nezneski. She is the author of 7 Mindful Questions, a guide to ...

1691: Michael Goddart from 2021-08-26T23:51:54

Michael Goddart and I got together to talk about Karma, reincarnation and seeking wisdom in meditation. Come join us for an enligh...

1690: A New Now by Michael Goddart from 2021-08-25T17:13:51

Today I share several portions of Michael Goddart's book, a New Now. In it, he explains how to live a balanced, intuitive life tha...

1689: Nate Rifkin: Author of The Standing Meditation from 2021-08-25T13:26:49

Today I am joined by Nate Rifkin, the author of The Standing Meditation. In our talk, Nate discusses the circumstances that led hi...

1688: The Standing Meditation by Nate Rifkin from 2021-08-24T01:42

In preparation for my interview with Nate Rifkin, today I read a few pages from his book, The Standing Meditation. Enjoy. Listen

1687: Meditation - Easing Anxiety - 4 Minutes (R) from 2021-08-19T15:26:58

You may experience some stress in your day from time to time. The good news is that today's meditation is a quick booster for calm...

1686: Meditation - Body Scan Meditation from 2021-08-19T01:00:50

This week I share 5 meditations with you that are designed to assist you with your waking life. Today’s meditation focuses on help...

1685: Meditation/Visualization - Increasing Confidence from 2021-08-16T17:16:41

This week I share 5 meditations with you that are designed to assist you with your waking life. Today’s meditation/visualization f...

1684: 3 Reasons You Don't Experience Wisdom in Your Meditations from 2021-08-14T14:42:06

Your meditation can be an invaluable source of wisdom and self understanding. However, to avail yourself to that you need to be aw...

1683: Selecting a Guided Meditation: 5 Things to Note from 2021-08-11T14:51:52

Despite the best of intentions, sometimes guided meditations lack the components of a serving session. Today I talk about five asp...

1682: Lion's Roar Week - Finding Myself in the Garden from 2021-08-09T17:46:21

The beauty of Lion's Roar is its ability to make Buddhism applicable to our daily lives. It allows us to see the lessons in a cont...

1681: Lion's Roar Week - The Lady in the Tent from 2021-08-09T17:42:15

Today I share an article by psychologist David Keuler that demonstrates limitless compassion and how we can all make a difference ...

1680: Lion's Roar Week - To See Yourself Exactly as You Are from 2021-08-08T22:17:19

Today, I read an article from Bhante Henepola Gunaratana that discusses one of the most useful aspects of Vipassana meditation; th...

1679: Lion's Roar Week - How I Discovered My Breath from 2021-08-07T02:14:55

Today is day three of Lion’s Roar week, and i am happy to share with you an article by Karen Maezen Miller that talks about the si...

1678: Lion's Roar Week: Discovering Reality by Andrew Olendski from 2021-08-05T01:16:47

Vipassana meditation allows us a method of seeing life that puts an end to suffering. Although that is a lofty goal, it is possibl...

1677: Receiving Wisdom Through Our Bodies from 2021-08-04T02:13:19

We all like to think that knowledge and wisdom are acquired through our minds. This is not necessarily true. Today i talk about ho...

1676: Meditation and the Brain - An Overview of Brainwaves from 2021-07-31T13:36:43

Meditation has a very spiritual side and an equally practical side. Today I want to give you an overview of brainwaves so that we ...

1675: Meditation and the Brain - An Overview of Brainwaves from 2021-07-31T13:36:43

Meditation has a very spiritual side and an equally practical side.  Today I want to give you an overview of brainwaves so that we can then talk about how the brain changes and grows in response...

1675: What Does Resonance Mean (R) from 2021-07-29T23:25:54

Our intuition, gut or feelings is a powerful compass for helping us make the right decisions. But how do we make sense of the mess...

1674: Inside Insight Timer - The Lowdown on Circles from 2021-07-28T01:17:32

Insight Timer circles are a way for like-minded meditators to get to know each other better. But they are so much more. Let's find...

1673: The Benefit of a Different Type of Meditation from 2021-07-26T13:53:44

I often talk about a meditation in the traditional sense of the practice, but there is another definition, and it is equally benefi...

1672: Finding Accurate Meditation Information from 2021-07-22T22:26:23

Meditation and mindfulness are very popular now. You can't open a magazine or go online without someone referencing one or the oth...

1671: What is Yoga Nidra... and How is it Different from Meditation from 2021-07-21T01:53:07

Yoga Nidra is a specific type of yoga that mirrors traditional meditation in some ways. However, it is different. Today I talk about those differences.

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1670: Meditating in Troubling Times from 2021-07-19T14:09:09

Life has its share of challenges, and even during those times it will serve us to keep our practice consistent.  Today I talk about how to continue to sit when times are tough.

1669: 5 Ways to Keep it Together When Things Fall Apart - Part 2 from 2021-07-14T13:37:08

Today we hear from two other Buddhists that have methods for dealing with tough times. Lets listen.

1668: 5 Ways to Keep it Together When Things Fall Apart from 2021-07-13T11:29:32

Today I share with you 3 articles with one focus; helping us cope. Pema Chodron, Pat O'Hara and Arizika Razak help us find meditative ways to cope.

1667: Lost in Thought by David Kortava - Review from 2021-07-12T01:40:59

The last time we got together I shared an article that seemed to report a belief that meditation causes mental illness.  Today I breakdown that article to help alleviate fear and hype.

1666: Lost in Thought by David Kortava from 2021-07-08T23:24:07

A listener of show asked me for feedback regarding an article they had ready that talks about the dangers of meditation.  Today, I read the article; tomorrow the review.  Come listen

1665: How to Center Yourself (R) from 2021-07-08T01:45:28

Regardless of time or place, we can become somewhat anxious...frenzied. Today I talk about simple steps you can take to re-center yourself.

1664: Meditating in the Summer from 2021-07-06T17:37:54

Depending on the type of person you are, sometimes the heat can make you a little cranky. I know it has happened to me. It might even make you feel like skipping your meditation (gasp...lol). But i...

1663: Rich Lewis from 2021-07-03T03:18:10

Rich Lewis is the author of Sitting with God: A Journey to Your True Self Through Centering Prayer. In our talk today, we discuss his book and how he implements the core principles to better his li...

1662: Sitting with God: A Journey to Your True Self Through Centering Prayer from 2021-06-30T18:07:12

Tomorrow I share my interview withy Rich Lewis, the author of Sitting with God: A Journey to Your True Self Through Centering Prayer. To get us prepared for that chat and get you more familiar with...

1661: Compassion Week - Metta Meditation from 2021-06-29T02:49:36

The perfect way to end a week of compassion is to practice a Metta meditation. Come join.

1660: Compassion Week - How to Practice Compassion from 2021-06-25T22:06:07

In order to be more compassionate you need to practice it more.  Today I talk about a few ways to strengthen that empathic muscle.

1660: How to Practice Compassion from 2021-06-25T01:46:17

Talking about how to practice comfort is the perfect way to end the week.  Enjoy.

1659: Compassion Week - Why Compassion? from 2021-06-23T01:42:32

Today I not only discuss the role compassion plays in Buddhist understanding of Enlightenment, but also help us understand how it can help us in our day to day lives, regardless of religion or ideo...

1658: Compassion Week - True Compassion by Quieting the Ego from 2021-06-21T22:18:52

The truest, most serving, compassion comes from authentically connecting with another.  The most serving way to do this is to quiet your ego, cast off labels and meet another person where they are;...

1657: Compassion Week: Compassion and Buddhism from 2021-06-18T02:37:31

This week we will explore the concept of compassion, but not in it's own right, but as it exists in Buddhism. Come listen.

1656: Understanding the Places in Your Head from 2021-06-14T04:57:58

When we visualize or access our third eye the images that we create exist in one portion of the mind. The other is a little harder to recognize, but it’s equally important. Today I talk about them ...

1655: Meditation Instruction: How Your Mouth Can Signal Stress from 2021-06-14T04:46:24

Many times I talked about the placement of your hands and feet, but never have I talked about the placement of your tongue. Until today. I’ll explain how the mouth can be an excellent gauge for str...

1654: Forrest Rivers from 2021-06-11T14:02:18

Today I share with you an amazing hour that I spent with Forrest Rivers, the author of Covid - 19 and Humanity's Spiritual Awakening

1653: Covid-19 and Humanity's Spiritual Awakening by Forrest Rivers from 2021-06-09T01:08

Today, in preparation for my interview with Forrest Rivers, I read a few selections from his book; Covid - 19 and Humanity's Spiritual Awakening.

1652: Two Lifetimes by Patti Henry from 2021-06-07T14:09:16

Today, I read to you from Patti Henry's book, Two Lifetimes; From Fear to Love.

1651: Patti Henry - Author of Two Lifetimes: From Fear to Love from 2021-06-04T23:13:52

Patti Henry is the author of Two Lifetimes: From Fear to Love.  In this practical and insightful book she talks about how to live more fully by abandoning fear and embracing Love.  Come listen to o...

1650: Is Your Meditation Practice Working from 2021-06-03T01:35:22

The answer to the episode title is a simple yes.  However, the benefits of meditation are somewhat subtle.  So subtle that you might not think it is working.  Fear not; It is.  And today I will tal...

1649: Who Are You, Really by Barry Magid of The Lion's Roar from 2021-06-01T13:17:36

The other day on Calmer in 5 I talked about our true self and understanding it better so we can do what has meaning for us.  Today though, I share a great article by Barry Magid that talks about us...

1648: Why We Bring Our Focus Inwardly during Meditations from 2021-05-29T14:11:37

A meditation practice can be a very individual endeavor.  When we sit in silence and turn our attention inwardly we become calmer and wiser.  Lets talk about why that is.

1647: Vicki Znavor from 2021-05-27T04:22:54

I am very pleased to welcome Vicki Znavor to Zen Commuter. She is the author of Authenticity Reawakened, and has come her to talk about being our true selves.

1646: The Neuroscience of Meditation (R) from 2021-05-26T02:03:55

If you thought that meditation was a spiritual practice, and not for lay people, then think again. Today I talk about the neuroscience of meditation

1645: Authenticity Reawakened by Vicki Znavor from 2021-05-25T01:38:06

Tomorrow I am very excited to have you meet my newest best friend, Vicki Znavor.  She is an absolute delight, and the work that she is doing is right in keeping with Zen Commuter.  She is helping p...

1644: Tricycle Week - Embracing the Buddha from 2021-05-24T00:28:27

Kaia Fischer and Mindy Newman wrote a great article that talks about compassion and Karma, and it's a great way to end Tricycle Week.

1643: Tricycle Week - In Defense of Enlightenment with Matthew Abrahams from 2021-05-20T15:44:37

Today I share with you a great interview with Bikkhu Bodhi who talks about the significance of referring to the Buddha as "The Enlightened One" as opposed to "The Awakened One".  Come listen

1642: Tricycle Week - Simply Hear, Simply Here by Pamela Gayle White from 2021-05-20T01:24:59

In meditation there are many focuses, the breath or a mantra to name a few.  But as Pamela White explains, listening to someone speak with complete mindfulness is a perfect way to enjoy a conversat...

1641: Tricycle Week - Black and Buddhist by James Shaheen from 2021-05-20T01:17:44

I used to think that being Buddhist was a similar experience for everyone; a sangha a retreat for all people.  Today I share an interview by James Shahhen who talks with editors of the Anthology Bl...

1640: Tricycle Week: No Beginning...by Norman Fischer from 2021-05-19T01:35:05

It's a brand new week of Tricycle, the Buddhist magazine.  I have chosen some outstanding articles to read that help us understand the nature of Buddhism in our daily lives.  Today is a great start...

1639: Lessons about Your Inner Nature from 2021-05-17T17:20:09

Today I wanted to take a moment to answer a question that I listener posed to me over the weekend. I let them know that the question they had might be one that many people have. So today they graci...

1638: Why Breath is the Focus for Many Meditations from 2021-05-15T23:59:19

Most meditators start off their sessions taking nice deep breaths, which is good. Those same people bring their attention back to the breath when their mind wanders.  Why is that? Let's talk about it.

1637: Jonathan Goldman, Author of Gift of the Body from 2021-05-13T19:14:10

Today I bring you the much anticipated author of the book Gift of the Body.  Jonathan Goldman and I will talk about all things chakra, compassion and compassion.  Come listen.

1636: Clothes, Food and Sleep from 2021-05-10T03:10:42

There are many things to think about when you are getting ready to meditate.  Today I want to talk about the important, but lesser considered aspects of meditating.

1635: Gift of the Body by Jonathan Goldman from 2021-05-10T03:09:16

In anticipation of my interview with Jonathan Goldman that comes out on Monday, I wanted to share a bit of his book with you today.

1634: Gift of the Body by Jonathan Goldman from 2021-05-10T03:09:16

In anticipation of my interview with Jonathan Goldman that comes out on Monday, I wanted to share a bit of his book with you today.

1634: Healing Trauma with Meditation by Amy Schmidt and Dr. John Miller from 2021-05-07T14:36:31

For those suffering from trauma even meditation is something to be aware of.  Today I share a great post that talks about how to meditate with trauma.

1633: How to Drive Mindfully from 2021-05-06T13:08:17

There are many times in a day when we have a few minutes to spare to become calmer or more mindful.  Many of those times are when you are in your car.  Don't automatically turn on the radio or pick...

1632: Adding an Evening session to Your Meditation Practice from 2021-05-03T23:41:04

Meditating twice a day is a total preference issue.  If you are digging just meditating once a day, that is totally cool. But if you want to add an evening session to your practice, today I talk ab...

1631: Making the Most of Your Day by Pema Chodron from 2021-05-01T00:29:46

When I renewed my subscription to the Lion's Roar I was gifted with 5 wonderful posts by Pema Chodron.  One of them resonated the most with me, and hopefully it will with you as well.

1630: Things to Consider When Meditating Outside from 2021-04-30T01:04:01

The warm weather is here, and with that the ability to meditate outside.  Do you?  If not, then today's episode is for you.  Come listen.

1629: 3 Ways Meditation Makes Your Life More Fulfilling from 2021-04-28T23:32:30

There is a multitude of benefits that come from meditating, but today I want to talk about three that truly make your life more fulfilling.

1628: Non-Duality - Part 2 from 2021-04-26T21:31:44

Good and bad, right and wrong, joy and misery...they all can lead to suffering.  But if we think about seeing life without the duality we might avoid some stress. Let's talk about it.

1627: Nonduality in Mahayana Buddhism by Barbara O'Brien from 2021-04-23T01:25:10

In many articles during Tricycle week, and even some in Lion's Roar week, the word Nondualistic has come up.  What does it mean though? Well, lets find out.

1626: Nancy Colier - Author of Can't Stop Thinking. from 2021-04-21T02:14:02

Nancy Colier is a psychotherapist, interfaith minister, author and public speaker. She writes a regular blog for the Huffington Post and Psychology today, and is the author of Can’t Stop Thinking: ...

1625: Can't Stop Thinking by Nancy Colier from 2021-04-20T14:31:48

In preparation of my interview with Nancy Colier, today I ready a few pages of here latest book, Can't Stop Thinking

1624: How to Personalize Your Meditations from 2021-04-17T00:12:40

When we do things that resonate with us we are more able to reap the benefits of those things.  Such is the case with meditation. You can certainly meditate without personalizing your practice, but...

1623: How to Breath During a Guided Meditation from 2021-04-14T17:25:34

Sometimes the way you breathe during a meditation is not the same tempo and style as an instructor leading a session.  Today I talk about how to tailor your breathe during a guided meditation.

1622: Seating Options for Meditating from 2021-04-13T02:27:16

Posture is important in meditation, but how you sit either adds to that, or takes away from it.  Today I want to talk about the different options for seating that support good meditation posture.

1621: Understanding and Dealing with Pain from 2021-04-09T13:07:10

To be human means to feel pain at sometime in our lives. But what is pain.  Let's talk about it.

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1620: How to Stop Your Session Midway Through from 2021-04-09T13:02:48

Sometimes a meditation session needs to be interrupted midway though.  No worries.  Today I talk about the process of doing just that.

Originally aired on September 7 2020

1619: Dr. Jeffrey Martin (R) from 2021-04-09T12:58:12

Dr. Jeffery A. Martin is a founder of the Transformative Technology space, serial entrepreneur and social scientist who researches personal transformation and the states of greatest human well-being.

1618: Understanding Multidimensional Existence - Part 3 from 2021-04-08T14:25:16

Today I conclude our series about multidimensional existence.  Exclusively, I talk about how to integrate this aspect of life with the experiences of other awarenesses.  Come listen

1617: Understanding Multidimensional Existence - Part 2 from 2021-04-06T01:21:20

Today I continue talking about how to better understand the belief that we exist in a manner that goes beyond what we currently think.  Come listen.

1616: Lion's Roar Week - The Natural Warmth of the Heart by Pema Chodron from 2021-04-03T15:14:31

Pema Chodron talks about how are hearts are activated in moments of difficulty.  Come Listen.

1615: Lion's Roar Week - In the Moments of Non-Awakening by Larry Yang from 2021-04-02T01:46:57

Today, Larry Yang helps us understand that the path to enlightenment is achieved by not walking the path at all.  Come listen

1614: Lion's Roar Week - 5 Remembrances... by Koun Franz from 2021-03-31T15:42:21

Today's article from The Lion's Roar may seem dark, but it points to something much lighter. Lets talk about it.

1613: Lion's Roar Week: Nothing to Fix...by Vanessa Goddard from 2021-03-30T15:03:10

Today I read an article by Vanessa Goddard that talks about the beginnings of Zazen, and also a new iteration of it.  Come listen

1612: Lion's Roar Week: The Bodhisattva Response To Coronavirus by Jack Kornfield from 2021-03-29T14:03:44

Today starts a wonderful new tradition on Zen Commuter; Lion's Roar Week. The best way to star it is with a hopeful message by Jack Kornfield

1611: The Benefits of Broadening Our Awareness of Existence from 2021-03-26T14:29:41

We all have a limited scope in understanding the nature of everything.  It's necessary on some level to do so.  But it will also be helpful to understand there is something greater.

1210: Safety in Dualism by Thanissaro Bhikkhu from 2021-03-25T03:56:30

Buddhism strives to teach non-duality, the understanding of complete oneness.  But as Thanissaro explains, even the Buddha was dual sometimes

1610: Safety in Dualism by Thanissaro Bhikkhu from 2021-03-25T02:56:30

Buddhism strives to teach non-duality, the understanding of complete oneness.  But as Thanissaro explains, even the Buddha was dual sometimes

1609: 3 Things to Help Beginning Meditators from 2021-03-22T15:20:44

A new practice, heck, a new anything, is difficult to get started.  But today I want to help you understand some things that will make your beginning meditation road a little easier.

1608: Insight Timer - The Perfect Tool for Consistency and Depth from 2021-03-18T13:56:29

Insight timer is an amazing app, but now it is even more impressive.  Today i want to talk about the daily insight feature, and how it can add to your practice.

1607: 4 Ways to Heal Yourself with Love by Pawan Bareja from 2021-03-17T15:18:46

Today I talk about the application of metta meditation, with the help Of Pawan Bareja of Lion's roar

1606: Loving Kindness for Invisible People by Lisa Ernst from 2021-03-16T13:37:20

Metta meditations are much needed, now or anytime.  They help us heal the world.  Today I share a great article by Lisa Ernst that talks about the indifferent people we see in our lives, and how we...

1605: Insight Timer - Using the Search Functionality from 2021-03-15T15:00:04

We all know (hopefully) how amazing Insight Timer is as a meditation app. The god news is, it’s gotten even better. Today I want to talk about how to use the new functionality to find the perfect m...

1604: Amir Rashidian: Author of The StressProof Life: (R) from 2021-03-12T05:30

Boy did I have a great time talking to Amir Rashidian the other day. And the good thing is, you’ll get to hear all the great stuff we talked about. Who is Amir Rashidian?

Dr. Amir is the f...

1603: Meditation Wisdom - How Meditation Helps Us Not Fear Death from 2021-03-11T05:30

Death is the ultimate mystery, one that has never been solved. Which is probably why so many people fear it so intently. However, as mysterious as it is, there are ways to not fear it. Meditation i...

1602: Let the Thoughts Come from 2021-03-10T05:30

In most meditations the goal is to focus on your breath or some other object of concentration. The goal is simple; focus on it and not you monkey mind full of random thoughts. It works, but maybe t...

1601: Guided Meditation Assistance from 2021-03-09T05:30

Guided meditations are the perfect choice for beginners, but also for seasoned meditators. Regardless of audience, there are some things that would be helpful to know. Lets talk about it.

1600: Meditation - Mountain Meditation from 2021-03-08T05:30

It’s been a while since we had a meditation, so I thought i would change that. I created this meditation to help listeners have a better understanding of their value in this world, understanding th...

1599: The Ten Terrains with Tahnee Woolf and Allen David Reed (R) from 2021-03-04T04:15:01

I had a great time speaking with Tahnee Woolf and Allen David Reed, authors of The Ten Terrains of Consciousness.

1598: The Agreement by Rebecca Dawson from 2021-03-03T02:33:28

Today I share a passage from Rebecca Dawson’s book The Agreement.

1597: Tara Brach Talks About Radical Acceptance of Self from 2021-03-01T03:14:16

Today I share an interview with Tara Brach and Insightful Mind magazine.  In the interview she talks about how to see the truth in the negative stories we hold of ourselves.  Really great stuff.

1596: Sharon Salzberg Talks About How to Change the World from 2021-03-01T03:12:19

Today I read an interview with Sharon Salzberg by GQ magazine. In it, she talks about how we can recognize our anger and work with it to make positive change in the world.

1595: Rebecca Dawson from 2021-02-27T03:22:59

Today I share a very special interview with you as I speak with Rebecca Dawson. She is an author and speaker who talks about multi-dimensional living.

1594: Tricycle Week - The Best Possible Life by Seth Segall from 2021-02-23T03:36:19

Today is the last day of Tricycle week; and what a great week it has been. Today I finish reading an article from Seth Segall that talks about the Westernization of Buddhism.

1593: Tricycle Week - Doulas at the Other End of Life by Sallie Tisdale from 2021-02-22T02:33:23

Sallie Tisdale tells us about a somewhat new role for the Doula, offering comfort at the end of a life. Come listen.

1592: Tricycle Week - The Joy of Joy by Daisy Fernandez from 2021-02-22T02:31:05

There are many people who are suffering now, perhaps even you.  But as Daisy Hernandez reminds us of today, Joy can be found in the joy of others.

1591: Tricycle Week - Awakening Together from 2021-02-18T00:09:55

Today's Tricycle article talks about how awakening is only possible when Zen Buddhists and lay people work together.

1590: Tricycle Week - Bodhisattvas Have More Fun from 2021-02-18T00:06:46

Today starts a beautiful week of wisdom, joy and gratitude, offered up wonderfully by Tricycle. Today Roshi Pat Enkyo O'Hara talks about the joy that comes in the service of others.

1589: 5 Challenges of Seasoned Meditators from 2021-02-14T14:28:53

Even if you have had a meditation practice for years there are still some bumps in the road that may arise.  Today I talk about ways to overcome them.

1588: 5 Challenges of Beginner Meditators from 2021-02-14T14:27:04

Starting out on the path to learning how to meditate can be daunting.  There are some challenges along the way.  Today I help new meditators navigate those challenges successfully.

1587: Bringing Your Meditation into Your Day (R) from 2021-02-12T13:41:57

A meditation session is usually a very calm and peaceful part of the day. Wouldn't it be great if you could bring it into your day? Today I talk about how to do that.

1586: Quora Questions - Wisdom and Forced Meditation from 2021-02-11T03:47:39

Today is the final day of questions from Quora.  One is more advanced in Nature and the other a bit more beginner based.  Come listen.

1585: Quora Questions - Lazy and Focused from 2021-02-09T13:18:45

Today's questions come from beginning meditators and help us better understand the true nature of meditation, and how to helps us focus better.  Come listen.

1584: Quora Questions - Deep Breathing and Life Changes from 2021-02-06T03:47:50

Today I answer questions geared towards beginners.  The topics are the process of deep breathing and the changes meditation can bring.

1583: How Insight Timer Deepens Your Meditation Pratice from 2021-02-06T03:45:24

Insight Timer is a free app on Ios and Android, and is without a doubt the best tool for learning every aspect of meditation. Let's talk about it.

1582: Quora Questions: Zen Buddhism and Learning Meditation from 2021-02-04T03:23:44

Today is the second day that I field meditation questions from Quora.  Today I talk about changes in behavior linked to Buddhism and another about how to learn.  Come listen

1581: Quora Questions - Awakenings and the Nature of Thought from 2021-02-02T03:07:17

Last week many people enjoyed me answering listener questions.  Today I have chosen two more questions; One that deals with the true nature of thought, and the other that deals with moments of awak...

1580: The Mind's Eye and Honing Your Visualization Skill from 2021-01-30T01:06:04

Visualization is a skill that is practiced in many guided imagery meditations.  However, some people's ability to create images in their minds is limited.  Today I talk about how to strengthen that...

1579: Sneezing, Scratching, Crying and Smiling in a Meditation from 2021-01-30T01:04:12

There is a misbelief that all things that happen in a session should be sacred. However, unlike most of many cultures, meditation does not have many rules. Today I talk about how to handle the thin...

1578: Answers to Common Meditation Questions from 2021-01-27T14:31:52

Because meditation has become so mainstream there are a ton of resources online to help you learn more about it.  However, some of these sites are not reputable.  Today I answer some common meditat...

1577: Mindful Piano by Chris Collins from 2021-01-26T02:30:36

Today is a perfect day to listen to some peaceful music supplied by Insight Timer musician Chris Collins.  

1576: Reducing Noise from 2021-01-22T02:45:59

When you are able to respond as opposed to react to noises, you become calmer.  It also helps you in your practice as well.  Lets talk about how to do that.

1575: Chris Collins: Insight Timer Musician from 2021-01-21T14:43:31

As a musician, I have a profound respect and appreciation for other more accomplished musicians. It astounds me how composers are able to marry the sounds of a variety of instruments so perfectly....

1574: How to Meditate to Music That Doesn't Resonate With You from 2021-01-20T03:28:13

We all like listening to soothing mediation music, right?  Well, maybe there is benefit in meditating to music that you don't resonate with.  Let's talk about it.

1573: Meditation: A Calm to End the Day from 2021-01-16T03:33:10

Sometimes decompressing after work can be difficult.  That's why I recorded a meditation for that very thing.  It is a 15 minute session that focuses on breath work and visualization. Enjoy.

1572: Meditation - Easing Anxiety - 4 Minutes from 2021-01-15T04:00:04

You may experience some stress in your day from time to time. The good news is that today's meditation is a quick booster for calm. Enjoy

1571: A Consistent Meditation Practice Thanks to Insight Timer from 2021-01-13T02:34:19

If you are looking for a meditation app that helps you become more consistent, then your search is over.  Today I talk about the tools within "IT" that helps you create a consistent practice

1570: Hot and Heavy, Cool and Light by Judith Simmer Brown from 2021-01-10T03:54:14

In a Tonglen meditation we take in the suffering of the world around us and breathe out calm and compassion.  Why? Because we can.  Let's listen

1569: Awakening, Step by Step by Peter Doobinin from 2021-01-08T03:19:15

Some new meditators find sitting to be a challenge.  Thankfully there are more active types of meditation, as Peter Doobinin explains

1568: Wisdom Arising by Bhante Henepola Gunaratana from 2021-01-07T02:35:04

Today the focus is on Vipassana meditation and  Bhante Gunaratana tells us all about it.

1567: May We All be Happy by Gil Fronsdal from 2021-01-07T02:31:48

I have talked about Loving Kindness meditations before, but I think for new listeners it might be equally beneficial to hear about it from someone else.  Gil Fronsdal is that person.

1566: Leave Yourself Alone by Barry Magid from 2021-01-04T23:46:12

This week I share five different techniques for becoming mindful. They are not mine, but the wisdom of five Tricycle authors. The e-book that it comes from, Five Practices to Change Your Mind; a gi...

1565: Setting Meditation "Goals" for Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced from 2021-01-01T02:05:05

Wherever you are on the path of a mediation practice, it's going to be in your best interest to explore other ways of practicing. Today I explain some of them

1564: Tricycle Week - The Karmic Power of Devotion from 2020-12-30T01:20:57

Today, the last day of Tricycle week, I read a great post by Mindy Newman and Kaia Fischer that talks about the energy that comes from devotion

1563: Tricycle Week - What You Know to be True by Jack Petranker from 2020-12-29T03:19:46

Today's story talks about how the principles of Buddhism can help us tackle today's more complex problems.

1562: Tricycle Week - After Awakening by Roshi Robert Althouse from 2020-12-26T02:27:30

Today's article talks about what happens when we think we have found enlightenment.  

1561: Tricycle Week: Heeding Erich Fromm by Ira Helderman from 2020-12-24T00:36:46

Today is day two of Tricycle week, and it continues with a very interesting article that talks about how the psychotherapist Erich Fromm was responsible for fostering Buddhism and meditation in the...

1560: Tricycle Week - Holidays 2020 and The Path of Patience from 2020-12-22T03:05:15

I am always excited when it’s Tricycle Week, and this season is no exception. Today, we start off a little lighter, with two shorter articles. One that details how to find patience, while the other...

1559: 5 Meditation "Mistakes" That Increase Our Suffering by William Howells from 2020-12-18T02:27:25

I am excited to share a blog post by William Howells that talks about how trying to use our mind to quiet our mind can only lead to suffering.

1558: Rebekah Louisa Smith from 2020-12-18T02:21:55

In her new book, Born to Do It: Becoming the Leader of a Business Niche Using Powerful Spiritual Techniques, Rebekah wants to save you the same headaches she experienced, and she provides a roadmap...

1557: Where to Meditate for Beginning Meditators from 2020-12-16T01:33:17

Sure, it may seem like you can meditate anywhere, and you would be right. But for beginners there are some things to be aware that might be more serving for a newbie. Come Listen

1556: The Top Five Benefits of Mediation for Daily Life from 2020-12-15T03:26:15

Of course there are hundreds of benefits of meditation. Some are more esoteric, some more divine in nature; and some are profoundly beneficial for your day to day life. Today I talk about what they...

1555: Why a Meditation Teacher is Valuable from 2020-12-12T00:19:47

Today I talk about six reasons having a meditation teacher is a valuable thing.

1554: How Long Should I Meditate for from 2020-12-12T00:18:26

You may think its odd, but I am not going to answer that question...because there is no right answer.  But I will give you some things to think about.

1553: Finding Time to Meditate: Understanding the Real Reason from 2020-12-10T02:05:09

Many people ask me how do they find time to meditate.  When I get that question I ask them two others that point to the real motivation.  Let's talk about it.

1552: How to Stay Calm in a Raging World by Mindy Newman from 2020-12-09T03:29:10

Lately I have been running into a lot of instances of anger. Not with myself, but other people. So I thought that a trip to Tricycle could help us understand anger from a more serving angle. Today ...

1551: Changing Focus in a Meditation from 2020-12-07T00:45:30

In order to reap the most benefits from a meditation it is going to be serving to not connect rigidly with one way of practicing. There will be many opportunities for growth when you learn how to c...

1550: How to Open to Wisdom - Part 3 from 2020-12-04T18:59:29

Within a meditation a variety of things can occur when experiencing wisdom. For many people however, it’s getting to that space to allow the wisdom to become present. Today I talk about how to cult...

1549: Intermission - How Meditation Calms from 2020-12-03T04:37:24

Today I thought we should take a short break from wisdom. It's great stuff, but can be kinda heavy. So today I would talk about the ways meditation calms us even when we are not meditating.

1548: What is Wisdom - Part 2 from 2020-12-02T03:39:22

Of the many benefits of meditation, one that I find the most beneficial is the gift of wisdom. But what exactly is wisdom? What is it in the context of meditation? Today I start a week-long series ...

1547: Beliefs that Stand In the Way of Receiving Wisdom - Part 1 from 2020-12-01T02:11:10

For many meditators the concept of wisdom is somewhat daunting; they feel lacking in their ability to experience it. However, it may come down to some deep-seated beliefs that hold the key to openi...

1546: 6 Things to Avoid to Have a Better Meditation Practice from 2020-11-28T01:39:17

I usually talk about the things that you can do to improve your practice, but today I am going to talk to you about things not to do.  Let's talk about it.

1545: 4 Alternatives to Meditation from 2020-11-25T21:59:18

Sometimes you might not want to meditate.  And while I would encourage you to do whatever you can to create consistency, today I want to talk about meditation alternatives.

1544: Dr. Jefferey Martin from 2020-11-24T03:18:24

Today I finish up a three part series talking about enlightenment with Dr. Jeffery Martin.

1543: The Downfall of Chasing Enlightenment from 2020-11-23T02:46:46

Many people begin a meditation practice to have enlightened experiences.  Today I talk about the not so serving idea of chasing enlightenment.

1542: Everything is Enlightenment by Joan Sutherland from 2020-11-23T02:44:09

Today I start a three day series that dives into the understanding of enlightenment.

1541: Why Focus on the Breath from 2020-11-19T13:32:21

Today I answer a question that is asked of me many times, why the breath.  Come listen.

1540: Andrew Jordan Nance from 2020-11-18T03:12:21

I am excited to have the founder of Mindful Arts San Francisco with me today to talk about teaching children how to meditate.  Enjoy my talk with Andrew Jordan Nance

1539: Overcoming Meditation Hurdles: Restlessness (R) from 2020-11-17T03:27:41

Taking a break from the news will serve us today, so in keeping with that I am going to talk about one of the hurdles that people face when trying to create a steady meditation habit. Which hurdle ...

1538: The Latest Additions to Insight Timer from 2020-11-13T15:09:18

Insight timer is, hands down, the best meditation app available today. I know I am biased, but the multitude of features it has is unparalleled. Today I talk about the three latest additions to Ins...

1537: 3 Reasons to Thank Yourself for Meditating from 2020-11-11T01:32:41

Many people find their way to their chair or cushion without any real thought about what their practice means to the world. They think they are just sitting down to gain a little insight or experie...

1536: Tricycle Week: Healing Mind, Healing Body by Jon Kabat -Zinn from 2020-11-10T04:28:44

Today I end Tricycle week by talking about something that seems very pertinent for today’s audience; the impact that meditation has on the healing properties of the body and mind.

1535: Tricycle Week: Good Question - Meditative Inquiry by Narayan Helen Liebenson from 2020-11-09T03:21:13

Day four of Tricycle week focuses on the process of asking questions within your meditation. Narayan Helen Liebenson details the prerequisites for introspective meditation.

1534: Tricycle Week: How to Concentrate by Dan Zigmond from 2020-11-06T20:32:35

Today on day three of Tricycle Week I share with you a great post by Dan Zigmond that details some steps for raising your concentration game.

1533: Tricycle Week: Take Five by Jose Shinzan Palma from 2020-11-05T03:16:22

I often tell students who are learning meditation to take it slow.  Today you hear it from someone else, Jose Shinzan Palma

1532: Tricycle Week: Meditating with Emotions by Pema Chodron from 2020-11-05T01:20:56

Emotions have a way of getting the best of us.  In our meditations, and even in life, we tend to run from the difficult ones.  But there is another way.  Today, Pema Chodron talks about the benefit...

1531: Integrating Meditation Wisdom into Your Waking Life from 2020-11-03T01:49:13

Depending on your meditation practice, you may receive insights, experiences or feelings that would benefit you in your waking life. The question is, how would you do that? Well, you don’t have t...

1530: Amir Rashidian: Author of The StressProof Life: from 2020-11-03T01:44:21

Boy did I have a great time talking to Amir Rashidian the other day. And the good thing is, you’ll get to hear all the great stuff we talked about. Who is Amir Rashidian?

Dr. Amir is the f...

1529: Apathy Versus Acceptance: What's the Difference from 2020-10-30T01:53:50

We can allow things to be as they are, trusting in the wisdom of our higher self.  Or we can throw up our hands and feel powerless.  I think you know which is most serving.

1528: Simple Steps to Centering Yourself from 2020-10-28T03:28:17

Regardless of time or place, we can become somewhat anxious...frenzied.  Today I talk about simple steps you can take to re-center yourself.

1527: How Meditation Helps with Insomnia (R) from 2020-10-27T02:18:37

Depending on who you believe, the majority of people in the United States suffer from some type of insomnia. It’s not surprising, due to the levels of stress people put themselves through. You dist...

1526: The Neuroscience of Meditation by Kristyna Zapletal from 2020-10-24T03:23:19

If you thought that meditation was a spiritual practice, and not for lay people, then think again.  Today I talk about the neuroscience of meditation

1525: Meditation Instruction - How to Set an Intention from 2020-10-23T04:16:51

Sometimes we may want to experience something in our session, maybe wisdom or compassion.  There is a method for doing that and it's called intention.  Let's talk about it in detail today.

1524: Hour Long Meditations - Why and Why Not from 2020-10-21T04:09:57

Meditating for extensive amounts of time is a good thing...and it's also not as serving as you would think. Today I talk about the ups and downs of hour long meditations.

1523: Why I Teach Meditation from 2020-10-20T01:34:10

I am not an ego driven man, so when I do an episode on why I teach meditation it’s for a bigger reason. It’s my hope that in telling you why I teach meditation that you will come to better underst...

1522: Why You Don't Start Meditating from 2020-10-17T01:11:56

Absolutely everyone can meditate, yet some people don't feel that is true.  Today I talk about the four main reasons people feel it's beyond their capacity and how to rethink those misperceptions.

1521: How to Restart Your Meditation Practice from 2020-10-17T00:58:43

One of the hardest things about a meditation practice is maintaining consistency.  Whether you have been gone a day or a month or more from your practice, today I talk about how to restart.

1520: Meditation: Calm in the Woods - 15 Minutes from 2020-10-15T04:01:14

Today's meditation was recorded to help people suffering from anxiety in relation to the Coronavirus.  But, it can be helpful any time you are feeling a little stressed.  Enjoy.

1519: Practicing in a Pandemic by Tricycle - Part 2 from 2020-10-09T16:42:19

Obviously there is a glut of coverage about the Coronavirus, much of it dire and foreboding. With all this coverage of fear and panic you might be thinking how can you even settle your mind for a m...

1518: Practicing in a Pandemic by Tricycle - Part 1 from 2020-10-09T16:38:59

Obviously there is a glut of coverage about the Coronavirus, much of it dire and foreboding. With all this coverage of fear and panic you might be thinking how can you even settle your mind for a ...

1517: The Buddha's Journey by Andrew Olendski of Lion's Roar from 2020-10-09T04:01:50

Despite all the adjectives people may be using to describe 2020, there still are ways to see things in a way that promotes peace and compassion. For the next few days i will be reading posts that t...

1516: Chris Collins from 2020-10-07T04:27:14

As a musician, I have a profound respect and appreciation for other more accomplished musicians. It astounds me how composers are able to marry the sounds of a variety of instruments so perfectly. ...

1515: What Meditation Can't Cure by Debra Flics from 2020-10-05T04:40:19

Today I share a great article from Lion's Roar that talks about the things meditation cannot do.

1514: Meditation Instruction: The Arch in Your Lower Back from 2020-10-02T04:39:08

Today I talk about why a slight arch in the lower back is beneficial for meditating.  I use a great article by Anne Asher to help demonstrate.  Come Listen.

1513: Meditation Instruction: How to Sit to Meditate from 2020-10-02T02:54:57

You don't need to sit in the traditional Lotus position to meditate.  There is a posture that needs to be maintained, but it can be performed in a regular chair with a supported back.  To hear how ...

1512: 4 Reasons You Don't Meditate in the Morning and How to Fix It from 2020-09-29T18:36:05

If you have a somewhat consistent morning meditation practice but sometimes blow it off, then you will want to listen to today's episode. It's all about becoming a more consistent practitioner

1511: The Music of Chris Collins from 2020-09-28T05:13:18

In preparation for next week's interview with Insight timer musician Chris Collins I thought I would play a piece that he kindly agreed to share with us.  Enjoy Stress Melt! :0)

1510: How to Build Your Own Mental Gym by Isabelle Pikorn from 2020-09-24T04:33:53

Everyone knows it's important to have a healthy body, but its equally so to have a healthy mind.  Today I read a great blog post from Insight Timer about creating your own mental gym.

1509: Why I Meditate by Sabene Selassie from 2020-09-19T02:17:12

Last week I told you why I meditate so that you could get ideas for your own practice.  Today I do the same thing by reading an article by Sabene Selassie

1508: 5 Ways Meditation Benefits Your Physical Health from 2020-09-19T02:15:19

Today I read a great article by Jill Suttie of Greatergood.berkeley.edu that talks about the physical benefits of meditation.  Enjoy.

1507: What is a Body by Norman Fischer - An update from 2020-09-17T01:57:55

Norman Fischer of The Lion's Roar wrote an amazing piece that talks about the perception of the body, real or imagined.  I share it again with new insights for this time.  Enjoy

1506: Understanding Resonance Within Your Meditations from 2020-09-14T15:42:35

Whether it is in our meditation or in our waking life, things resonate with us, they feel true.  Today I go a little deeper with this concept.

1505: Meditation Instruction - Diaphragmatic Breathing Exercises from 2020-09-12T00:07:07

The diaphragm is an important muscle that helps the body relax and get ready for meditation.  Do you want to know how it works? Come listen.

1504: Meditation Instruction: Areas of Tension in Your Face from 2020-09-10T15:25:02

When we are meditating, at some point, we are asked to bring our awareness to our bodies to scan for any tension.  Most times people go for the areas where pain and tension are most evident.  Today...

1503: Meditation Myth Debunked: Meditation is Selfish from 2020-09-09T14:36:33

Sitting alone in silence does more for the world then most other things.  Your practice aids the world, and it about time we put an unserving myth to bed: meditation is selfish

1502: How to Stop Your Session Part Way Through from 2020-09-07T04:34:56

There may be times when you would want to end your session before it has finished.  Today I talk about what the reasons might be behind that, and more importantly, how to do it.

1501: 3 Ways Meditation Increases Your Self-Esteem from 2020-09-03T03:23:37

The negative thoughts we think are still just thoughts.  Accordingly, we can meditate and loosen their hold on our level of worth.  Let's talk about it.

1500: Meditation and Self-Confidence from 2020-09-02T00:06:57

What erodes are self-confidence is a nasty loop that plays in our heads.  A loop of negative thoughts.  But they are still just thoughts, and that means we can simply watch them.  Let's talk about it.

1499: Why I Meditate from 2020-08-31T04:57:23

Today I talk about the main reasons I meditate.  My reason is simple; to share experiences in my sessions that may occur in yours.

1498: Mabel Katz from 2020-08-31T04:55:29

Born in Argentina, Mabel moved to Los Angeles in 1983 where she became a successful accountant, business consultant and tax advisor. Before long, she left her marriage and her business behind to tr...

1497: Zero Frequency by Mabel Katz from 2020-08-29T00:26:13

In preparation for tomorrow’s interview with Mabel Katz, today I thought I would read a few selections from her book so that you can get a better feel for the work of this amazing woman.

1496: Tahnee Woolf and Allen David Reed from 2020-08-28T01:05:46

The last time we got together I shared a new book with you, The Ten Terrains of Consciousness by Tahnee Wolf and Allen David Reed.  Today I speak with the authors.

1495: The Ten Terrains of Consciousness by Tahnee Woolf and Allen David Reed from 2020-08-25T04:10:29

In preparation for tomorrow’s interview with Allen and Tahnee, I wanted to read to you a brief selection that describes their book, The 10 Terrains of consciousness. It will be a perfect introducti...

1494: Tricycle Weeks: Dharma Talk: 100 Karmas by Mindy Newman and Kaia Fischer from 2020-08-21T06:30

For the first time available in English, a collection of Tibetan teaching stories helps us see how modest acts can have major consequences

1493: Tricycle Weeks: Dharma Talk: Belonging to the Body by Sebene Selassie from 2020-08-20T06:30

Sebene Selassie helps us understand that by granting ourselves permission to feel can help us find acceptance.

1492: Tricycle Weeks: See Ovid 19 by Taylor Plimpton from 2020-08-19T06:30

Things have changed all over the world due to introduction of the Corona virus. It’s even changed the way Buddhists practice, teach and exist it the world. As you might expect, it’s wonderfully ref...

1491: Tricycle Weeks: May Our Grandchildren Break Free by Charles Johnson from 2020-08-17T15:38:35

All over the world there are lessons about working together, about connectedness. Some of those lessons are being learned and others not so much. But there is hope, and it comes from the children....

1490: Tricycle Weeks: Why I have a Mentor by Jihii Jolly from 2020-08-17T15:33:51

Meditation can be a very individual practice, but it can also be helpful to have someone wise to help you find the meaning and messages from your sessions. That is why a mentor can be a great asset...