Best Thomwalters Podcasts (2024)

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1684: How Do You Know When You Are "Off" 13:24

1d ago13:24

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We all have a “default” way of showing up for the world and the people around us. But we also know that many things can impact us in ways that throw our usual demeanor into something else. We can become quiet, worried, anxious; any variety of things. But do you when the “other you” is more prevalent? Having some signs can add to our level of calm. …

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2059: Dr. Lara May - Understanding Functional Medicine 57:13

1d ago57:13

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Dr. Lara May's journey is characterized by her unwavering dedication to empowering individuals to take control of their health and create positive transformations in their lives. With her passion for functional medicine, her commitment to patient care, and her thriving online platform, she continues to inspire and uplift others on their own healing…

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2058: Jack Schaefer - A Conversation Around Daoism and Chinese Medicine 48:15

6d ago48:15

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About Jack Schaefer I am a life long practitioner of asian martial and has spent decades in the study and practice of Chinese medicine and Daoism. I am an ordained Daoist priest and co-founder of Parting Clouds Daoist Education. We are a recognized Daoist temple organization located in the US with students in the US, Canada, France, England, Russia…

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1683: How to Stop Obsessing 9:24

13d ago9:24

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All our minds at some point have gotten stuck on a thought and just kept repeating it. Many times those thoughts are worries, and they just amp up our stress. Today, I read a great article that dives deep into rumination and how to stop it. Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of anxiety with meditation - Schedule time with Thom (Free…

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1682: How to Take a Shower...Mindfully 6:43

13d ago6:43

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The simple things we do each day don’t require much mental energy, and so, when we are doing them, we send our minds on to other things; mostly worry. We send them anywhere but where we are, this moment. Guess what happens then? You know. So how about giving our attention to the easy tasks, and in doing so, become calmer, mindful. Let’s talk about …

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1681: Daily Intention Setting Helps Keep You Calm 8:57

13d ago8:57

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Much of the world is on auto-pilot; just reacting to whatever shows up in the day. They don’t plan or contemplate, they just impulsively act on whatever feeling they have at the moment. There is another way, and it isn’t specifically about mapping out every part of your life. It’s as simple as setting intentions each day. Let’s talk about it. Links…

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1680: Busyness Doesn't Define You 6:43

13d ago6:43

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You guessed it; I’m going to throw a little shade on society today…one thought in particular. It has to do with busyness. Specifically the misperception that the fuller your schedule is, the more value you have. I hate to say it (I really don’t), but that is a huge misbelief that is sapping your calm. Let’s talk about it. Links from the Episode: Le…

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1679: Knowing Where You Lose Your Peace 8:39

13d ago8:39

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I have talked about the people that may sap our level of calm, but there are many other things that can derail our peace as well. And it will be in our best interest to see what and where those things are; so we can find more serene alternatives. Let's talk about some of them today. Links from the Episode: Learn how to ease the pain of anxiety with…

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Saqib Rizvi - Helping Us Understand Intuition, Abundance and Ourselves 59:32

22d ago59:32

59:32

Saqib melds mysticism with science, drawing insights from traditions like Buddhism, Sufism, Taoism, Hinduism, Christian Mysticism, Non-Dualism, etc. Before his Awakening, he had a background in Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering and a Masters in Business Administration. He later received training in meditation at Dharamsala's Tushita Ce…

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1678: Absolutely...Stop and Smell The Flowers 5:36

22d ago5:36

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Some idioms or phrases have been around for decades for a good reason; as trite as they may sound, they are accurate. They resonate with us. The very title of this episode was a suggestion by my guide Bart…in those very words. I stopped and laughed when he first mentioned it…” You’re telling me to literally stop and smell the flowers?”…and the answ…

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1677: The Words You Use Create the Energy of Your Life 5:20

23d ago5:20

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What would you do if, by some means, every time you said a word it would be the equivalent of 5 minutes exposed to radiation. Yeah, I know that is a weird scenario, but hear me out. You wouldn’t use that word right? Well, it may not be radiation, but some words do have the ability to cause stress, anxiety and even sickness. Let’s talk about it. Lin…

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Emma Rowena - Author, Healer, Musician and Intuitive 1:01:13

23d ago1:01:13

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Emma Rowena is a musician, performer, intuitive reader, healer, meditation guide, and emerging social entrepreneur, helping people find peace, purpose, and healing in their lives. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation) Links from the Episode: www.emmarowena.no Become a Super-Fan of the Show Support ZEN commuter and…

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2053: Pierre Motor - Heroic Productivity with Help From Meditation 59:29

24d ago59:29

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Today I want to introduce you to a very good friend of mine, Pierre Motor. He is the go-to guy for all things productivity. As a coach he instructs his students in a host of ways how to become their ultimate focused self. And while it isn’t his main secret weapon, meditation has aided him in his journey and those of his clients for many years. Medi…

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1676: What Are You Really Angry About 8:41

24d ago8:41

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I know from personal experience, that sometimes when i am feeling anger it is because I am frustrated or displeased with something I have done. To that point, as I will talk about today, we will become calmer when we find out the real reason we are out of sorts, and stop projecting our ire onto other people or other things. Links from the Episode: …

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2055: Meditation Wisdom - Love is All There is 10:59

26d ago10:59

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Most of the times when I speak to my Mom, I keep the lessons to myself. Mainly, because the value they hold is more personal than communal. But today, I had a talk with my Mom that may be beneficial for all people to hear. Come Listen. It’s a short one. :0) Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation) Become a Super-Fan …

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1675: You Know the Way Home (R) 12:19

29d ago12:19

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

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2054: 6 Less Common Reasons to Meditate 22:43

30d ago22:43

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Many people meditate to relax and minimize stress. And of course, that is a great reason. As we all know, there are several benefits to meditating. Today I talk about the less common ones. Come listen. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation) Links from the Episode: Visit Heroic Productivity and sign up for an amazin…

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1674: Creating Calm and Love with Connection 18:43

1M ago18:43

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One of the benefits of being a meditator is spontaneously falling into moments of connection with the world around you. Such a moment happened to me when I was in Boston at the symphony. Today I talk about how the connection I experienced can be cultivated by anyone. And in the process, you not only become calmer, but infinitely more aware of love.…

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2052: Tricycle Week - Warriors of the Mind by Chakung Jigme Wangdrak 12:22

1M ago12:22

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We have talked about the meditation practice know as Tonglen, but today’s article talks about it in a deeper way, helping us better understand what it is, but also why it is beneficial for the “giver and receiver”. Come listen. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation) Links from the Episode: Tricycle Magazine Become …

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2051: Tricycle Week - Practice: Joy by Scott Tusa 11:14

1M ago11:14

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Joy is a wonderfully light energy that lifts our spirits, helps us appreciate the beauty of the world around us. Hopefully, you know that experiencing and observing the joy of others brings about the same result; a lightness of being. If you were unsure, today’s post by Scott Tusa will make it wonderfully clear. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time wi…

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1673: Calm and Silence - Not always synonymous 8:15

1M ago8:15

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For me, I do equate silence with calm. But I do know that not everyone is the same. The important thing is to be thoughtful in choosing whichever suits you best. In order to experience calm, we have to be intentional in our decisions, and that includes welcoming silence or not. Let's talk about it. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Compl…

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2050: Tricycle Week - Freedom Over Justice by Thanissaro Bhikkhu 19:31

1M ago19:31

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Karma is an often used word in our culture. However, many times it is referenced incorrectly, veering from its Buddhist roots. Today though, Thanissaro Bhikkhu talks about it in its true sense; and how it helps pave a path to freedom. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation) Links from the Episode: Tricycle Magazine …

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2049: Tricycle Week - Peace of Mind by Katherine Griffith 19:32

1M ago19:32

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Another day of Tricycle and another day of wisdom. :0) In today's post by Katherine Griffith, she discusses how to experience peace in a world that is seemingly chaotic, to say the least Join Me Tomorrow for a Live Meditation Talk on Insight Timer Live Insight Timer Event - Developing Compassion for Yourself and Others Meditation Coaching Schedule …

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1672: Is Your World Invisible to You 11:27

1M ago11:27

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I'm not a huge sports guy, but when I was younger, trying to figure out if I was, I heard many a coach say.."get your head in the game" (not just to me). Basically, it was a sterner directive to "be here now". Today, why don't we take that advice. Be in this moment and watch the world become visible. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Com…

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1671: How to Avoid Borrowing Someone Else's Stress 9:46

2M ago9:46

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There are times when we find ourselves face to face with a person who may not know handle to manage their stress. Today I talk about how to avoid borrowing someone else's stress Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation) Connect with Thom Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thom-walters-5636391b Patreon - https://w…

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2048: Tricycle Week - Always Lie When Someone Asks If You Meditate by Christopher Rivas 20:01

2M ago20:01

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What a great way to start off Tricycle week. Today I share a post with you about an unlikely meditator and how he came to appreciate his practice. Join Me Tomorrow for a Live Meditation Talk on Insight Timer Live Insight Timer Event - Developing Compassion for Yourself and Others Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultati…

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1670: Cultivating Compassion for Self 8:26

2M ago8:26

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We treat others with far more compassion than we treat ourselves; but in the ned it will do some nasty things for our calm if we can't find an inner Love. Let's talk about it. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation) Connect with Thom Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thom-walters-5636391b Patreon - https://www…

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1669: Work Can Be Stressful, But Why Do You Stay? 7:29

2M ago7:29

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There is one thing we can all agree on; we have all had at least one job we didn't like. Work is a huge casue of stress. So why are you still there? Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation) Connect with Thom Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thom-walters-5636391b Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/zencommuter In…

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2047: Sarah Chauncey - Inner Peace for Overthinkers (R) 1:02:08

2M ago1:02:08

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Sarah Chauncey has written and edited for nearly every medium over the past three decades, from print to television to digital. Her writing has been featured on EckhartTolle.com, Modern Loss, as well as in Lion's Roar and Canadian Living. She lives on Vancouver Island in British Columbia (with her current cat, Ariel), where she divides her time bet…

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2046: Lake Meditation - Connecting to Universal Consciousness (R) 27:02

2M ago27:02

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It's been a while since I have recorded a meditation strictly for Zen Commuter. But the time has come. The 16 minute meditation I created is to help practitioners connect to universal consciousness. The recording starts with breath work, then transitions to body awareness and ultimately with a visualization. Please head out to www.patreon.com/zenco…

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1668: Why Waste a Day (R) 10:28

2M ago10:28

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We all have had our share of cruddy days. But do we have to let them sit with us the entire day?There is nothing magic about 24 hours. You can decide to change. We can tackle that one together. Come listen. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation) Connect with Thom Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thom-walters…

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2045: Affirmate - An Amazing App for Creating a Positive Life 14:24

2M ago14:24

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Rudy Daniel is the creator of a great app that helps us rewire our subconscious, to realize a more fulfilling and positive life. The app is called Affirmate, and its effectiveness is the result of meditation, ancient wisdom and modern psychological principles. With it, in just 90 seconds a day, you can start to reprogram negative thought patterns t…

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1667: Watching the Effects of the Wind Brings Us Calm 9:42

2M ago9:42

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Studies tell us that being out in nature helps us calm down, even heal faster. But we all knew that. But what about the individual elements of nature? Well, what about the wind? It can add to our level of calm if we observe in a variety of ways. Come listen. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation) Connect with Thom …

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1666: Slowing Down Helps Us Notice the Gifts Around Us 7:29

2M ago7:29

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I’ve said it before, and I’m sure I’ll say it again at some point in the future. The beauty of the world is invisible to us when our thoughts are so focused on the future, whether that’s worry or not. That goes for the past as well. When We slow down and bring ourselves to this moment we see the gifts that abound. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time …

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1665: Creating Calm by Connecting with All People...Even the Challenging Ones 13:39

2M ago13:39

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As grandiose as it may seem, each day I try and make the world more peaceful. Most days I’m successful. But life is always changing. Today I talk about how we all can create peace for ourselves and the world. And it can even happen with someone we disagree with. Come Listen. Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation) C…

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