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- 1110: The Eightfold Path: Right ActionAnother spoke on the wheel that demonstrates the Eightfold path is Right Action. Many feel that is has a commandment context to it, stressing ways to behave. However, unlike dogma, the method of conducting oneself using Right Action is about creating unity and compassion and not about blindly following a directive. Let’s talk about it.15 min
- 1109: The Eightfold Path: Right Action
It seems like the Buddha knew what 2018 was going to be like, because right action addresses many concerns that are prevalent in today's society. With the help of Barbara O'Brien, we learn how Right Action is practiced today.
15 min - 1108: The Eightfold Path: Right Speech - It's Not Just About Saying Nice Things
Today is all about right speech, but that doesn’t simply mean not swearing or saying unknd things about people or things. It goes much deeper. Thankfully, I have Barbara O’Brien to help us out.
9 min - Copy of 1108: The Eightfold Path: Right Speech - It's Not Just About Saying Nice Things
Today is all about right speech, but that doesn’t simply mean not swearing or saying unknd things about people or things. It goes much deeper. Thankfully, I have Barbara O’Brien to help us out.
9 min - 1107: The Eightfold Path: Right Intention - Breaking it Down into ThreeSome people hear of The Eightfold Path and think of it as something meant only for monks living in Tibet. However, the beauty of the eightfold path is that it can be practiced daily in our everyday lives. Today, right intention, is a perfect example. Let’s talk about it.16 min
- 1106: The Eightfold Path: Understanding and Practicing Right ViewThe fourth noble truth in Buddhism is tied directly to the eightfold path. Today, and for the next several days, I will discuss the eightfold path and how to apply it to daily life. On this episode I will cover right view and what that means. Enjoy.15 min
- 1105: A Deeper Dive Into the Four Noble Truths: Making Sense of Your SufferingMeditation is at the heart of Buddhism, so it is never unserving to talk about its profound philosophy. Today I talk about the Four Noble Truths and how they lead into the Eight Fold Path. More importantly, I talk about them to bring calm to our lives. Enjoy.15 min
- 1104: Friday Meditation: 7 Minute Kick Start for Your Day
There are times when you feel that you may not have enough time to meditate for as long as you would like to. However, in order for you to keep your practice consistent, I created a briefer meditation that will allow you to get a session in that still provides stillness and calm. Enjoy.
8 min - 1103: Who Was The Buddha?
Today, I wanted to start a very casual, yet informative overview of who the Buddha was. As you may know, the very cornerstone of Buddhism is meditation. What a fitting way to delve a little deeper into meditation
9 min - 1102: 3 Tips for Clearing the Meditation Wall
Some times when you are meditating you can find a stretch of times when your mind is particularly active. You may have trouble sitting. A savvy listener calls it the "meditation wall". Today I talk about ways to clear that "hurdle"
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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.