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- 1179: Meditating with Open Eyes: Guidance by Craig KulykMost people think that meditating can only happen with closed eyes. Today, with the help of Craig Kulyk, I talk about how to do just that, hold a session with your eyes open. Come listen.14 min
- 1178: The Dharma of Tidying Up by Sam LittlefairI am excited to share with you a new resource for meditation and Buddhism; The Lion’s Roar. On today’s show I am going to share three blogs post from the Lion’s Roar that all center on one thing; the benefit of a clutter free life. Come explore and enjoy.26 min
- 1178: Understanding the True Meaning of Beauty (R)
It's human and somewhat natural to put emphasis on the things we see, and accordingly assign them a value of beautiful or otherwise. But as you will learn today, true beauty is unable to be seen. Enjoy.
16 min - 1177: Learning How to See People Without JudgmentRegardless of where you live in the world it’s almost certain there is some level of unrest between the people of that part of the world. As a planet, we have yet to figure out a way for everyone to get along with each other; to respect each other. Most importantly, how to see each other without the need to judge. Today I discuss the questions and the process of seeing people without judgment.17 min
- 1176: Celebrating the Foods of Losar: Tibetan New YearToday is the first day of the Tibetan new year. And what better way to talk about then to talk about the foods that are enjoyed on this special day. In my research I came across a great blog post by Tenzin Dorjee that talks about some truly delicious delicacies of Losar. Enjoy…the article, that is. Lol11 min
- 1175: Increasing Confidence, Calm and Community with MeditationToday I talk about how to live more consciously by choosing to disempower negative thoughts. With a meditation practice you learn the benefits of seeing thoughts as things. In this episode I give three wonderful examples of how you can live a fuller life by embodying the principle of thoughts as things.15 min
- 1174: What Mindfulness is Not
Today I share with you a great conversation by the four teachers of a mindfulness course available on Tricycle. The instructors: Stephen Batchelor, Christina Feldman, Akincano Weber and John Peacock, talk about how the definition of mindfulness has been misrepresented. This discussion clears things up. Enjoy.
14 min - 1173: Buddhism Questions Answered by Zenju Earthlyn ManuelI finished my latest book and headed out to the library last night. I picked up two great books, one of which I want to share with you today. It’s called Tell me something about Buddhism: questions and answers for the curious beginner. The title says it all. Let’s talk about it.23 min
- 1172: Learning How to Experience LifeYour culture and your ego can be a deadly combo for helping you experience life more fully. Together, they try and make you aware of all that is around you; quantify it, understand it. Sometimes the best way to know something is to experience is without judgment. Today I talk about that very thing.34 min
- 1171: Steps for Uncovering the Wisdom in Your Meditations
Sometimes it's tough to determine what is your mind dredging up thoughts from the day and what is significant wisdom. Today I talk about the steps I take to discern the two.
15 min
About Zen Commuter
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Zen Commuter is about meditation and how it can improve the quality of your life. Thom Walters speaks with acclaimed meditation teachers, authors and everyday practitioners, to help listeners…
understand how to start a mindfulness habit, as well as keep it going. Along the way he discusses topics that help listeners cultivate a calmer, wiser and happier life. Come join Thom Monday through Friday to deepen your meditation practice.