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The more successful of us, have goals.  They wake up each day with a solid idea of what they want to accomplish.  They wake up knowing the direction they are going in.  The even more successful have goals but are also wise enough to know that plans can change.  They realize that the future is not set in stone. Questions of the Day: Are you a person who has goals? Not fuzzy in your head, but planned out with steps. What was the last goal you accomplished?  How did it come about? Are you adaptable?  Able to change course as needed? Resources from the Episode: Join the ZEN commuter/5 Minute Mojo newsletter and get your meditation resource guide along with tools and tips on how to live a calmer life.  Join others who are living peacefully by clicking here. Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for listening to the show! If it has helped you in any way, please share it using the social media buttons you see

If you are a contemporary of mine you might know what it means to go for the brass ring.  If not, no worries.  I'll explain it in this episode of 5 MM.  More to the point, I will talk about how it fits in with your life, and making it better.  Come listen. Questions of the Day: Do you give your all to everything you do? What was the last thing you had to strive for; put a plan together and accomplished. What keeps you from going for the brass ring?  In what ways do you play it safe, and why? Resources from the Episode: Join the ZEN commuter/5 Minute Mojo newsletter and get your meditation resource guide along with tools and tips on how to live a calmer life.  Join others who are living peacefully by clicking here. Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for listening to the show! If it has helped you in any way, please share it using the social media buttons you see on the page. Also, reviews for the pod

My Mom taught me a significant lesson when I was growing up; how you start the day is how you will experience it.  When you wake up and set an intention for the day, you take the steps to create that reality. Today, I share with you that wisdom that Mom shared with me, and if you empower it, you'll come to understand how you can create your days Questions of the Day: Do you start your day intentionally? Do you feel the day is of your own choosing or do events, good or bad, determine your mood and outcome? How did you start your day today? Resources from the Episode: Join the ZEN commuter/5 Minute Mojo newsletter and get your meditation resource guide along with tools and tips on how to live a calmer life.  Join others who are living peacefully by clicking here. Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for listening to the show! If it has helped you in any way, please share it using the social media button

Im pretty sure that all of have put off something at one time or another.  Some people may be doing it right now.  But why is that?  It's not laziness; it's fear.  My Mom certainly was not one to sit around waiting for things to happen.  She made them happen, without expectation of course.  Is that your jam, or are you the type of person who has to get everything in line before you act?Let's talk about it today. Questions of the Day: What is one thing you are procrastinating on now, or the last thing you spent way to much time completing? Do you consider yourself a perfectionist? If so, does that serve you? Resources from the Episode: Join the ZEN commuter/5 Minute Mojo newsletter and get your meditation resource guide along with tools and tips on how to live a calmer life.  Join others who are living peacefully by clicking here. Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for listening to the show! If it ha

I'm not sure about you, but I have experienced some pretty profound changes in my life.  Not just changes though, I have seen both ends of a spectrum.  One day, barely eking out an existence, living paycheck to paycheck, and within a week doubling my salary.  Another time, I was in a job I barely tolerated, and now working for myself, happier than ever.  What was the cause of these swings?  My ability to change.  The exact same ability you have as well.  Today, I help you understand your ability to change. Questions of the Day: What is one thing you would like to change about your life right now? What keeps you from making that change? What is one small step you could take to begin that change now? Resources from the Episode: Join the ZEN commuter/5 Minute Mojo newsletter and get your meditation resource guide along with tools and tips on how to live a calmer life.  Join others who are living peacefully by clicking here. Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively fo

Who do you know that is meek?  Who do you know that simply sits back and goes along with the crowd even though their thoughts are different then those around them.  Life isn't meant to be lived by settling, by playing things safe.  You have to feel confident in your convictions, and use that energy to shake things up for yourself, and quite possible they world. Questions of the Day: Do You feel uncomfortable stating your viewpoint when it goes agains the crowd? If so, why? If not, why not? Who is one person in history you can think of that changed the way people thought because they were not afraid of speaking their beliefs? Resources from the Episode: Join the ZEN commuter/5 Minute Mojo newsletter and get your meditation resource guide along with tools and tips on how to live a calmer life.  Join others who are living peacefully by clicking here. Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for listening to

Sometimes we get so caught up in our own lives, our own drama, that we forget that we are part of something bigger, something miraculous.  Even though you are more than just human, you are part of the energy of humanity.  You are the brother or sister of everyone on the planet.  Showing up in your body, on this world, was no accident.  You soul created it.  Accordingly it asks you to connect with the energies you encounter every day.  Become part of this world each day. Create community.  Don't be a stranger in this place. Questions of the Day: Do you feel a kinship with every other person on this planet? What is one thing you could do tomorrow to connect with someone you don't know? When was the last time you felt connected to someone you didn't know (unromantically) Do you typically shy away from people you don't know or do you gravitate towards them? Resources from the Episode: Join the ZEN commuter/5 Minute Mojo newsletter and get your meditation resource guide along with tools and tips on how to live a

Do you remember your childhood?  Do you remember the freedom that came from having all your needs taken care of by someone else?  All you had to do was play with your friends, laugh and feel good.  Many people do remember those times, and that is why they try so desperately to go back.  But as you will find out today, there is just as much joy now when you put your "toys" away. Questions of the Day: What is one thing you enjoy doing now that you couldn't do as a child? What is the last major price item you bought, and why? When was the last time you were out in nature totally without anything but you and the clothes on your back? Resources from the Episode: Join the ZEN commuter/5 Minute Mojo newsletter and get your meditation resource guide along with tools and tips on how to live a calmer life.  Join others who are living peacefully by clicking here. Become a super-fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo and receive bonuses exclusively for Patreon subscribers. 11 Rules for a Happy and Carefree Life by Mindb

Today I want you to think about ways you treat your best friend, that you might not be treating yourself. My mom offers up some great advice for living a happier life.

Hello my friends and welcome to Five Minute Mojo.  Yesterday I was returning home from my morning jog.  As I was shutting down the app that calculated my distance and calories I came around to the back of my house.  As I was taking off my gloves and locating my keys I could feel the warmth of the sun on my face.  It was radiant.  My mind didn't register it.  I had to find my keys and get my day started.  In that moment I heard a voice in my head; it was clearly from higher self. "Why are you wasting this moment?" As off-putting as it may sound, I answered.  "I have things that need to be done." The voice went on to ask why I jog in the morning.  It then hastened to recall a conversation I had with my Mom and Dad. "You told them you jog so that you can greet the day, to feel the sun.  Well, there it is. You feel it on your face.  Take in this moment.  You longed for sun for the past three days and now that it's here you are too busy to feel it" I knew in a moment that voice was right.  I stopped looking for my

Hello and welcome to Five Minute Mojo.  Today I want to talk about autonomy, or actually the perception of autonomy.  We like to think that we are captains of our own ships; that the decisions we make in the day are strictly of our own choosing, uninfluenced by the wishes and whims of others. However, if you look a little harder, and more honestly, you might find out that your decisions are not always your own.  One of the goals of this podcast and in the things I talk about alone and with guests is about becoming aware; becoming aware of your actions, thoughts and feelings.  I never want anyone to come to the end of their life and say, " That wasn't really my life. I just followed what everyone else was doing, what everyone else thought I should be doing" Awareness will help you avoid that somber declaration. we are all influenced each day, by society, our families and our friends.  Pretty much everyone has a hand in our decisions.  You may be thinking you're not some namby-pamby toady kowtowing to the wishe

Hello my friends and welcome to Five Minute Mojo.  I use the word autopilot a lot in my writing and podcasting because it is a fitting word for talking about how the majority of people go through life.  That's not a judgment.  I don't know what anyone is here to experience on this planet and I never will.  The only person who knows why they are here is that person.  Ironically enough the only way to determine why is with introspection and awareness, not unexamined reactions. The other day I was giving a talk about ways to become calm.  In my presentation there were the typical, or not so typical depending on who you are, ways to become calmer in the moment.  Deep breathing was mentioned as was taking a walk or smelling essential oils.  One thing I mentioned though is outside of the scope of commonplace and that is why I want to share it with you today. It has to do with the places where you spend your time.  We all have places that we go to regularly for food, gas, banking, etc.  But have you thought about wh

We are a social people, wanting to belong.  However, there are times when belonging is not the best thing.  many times we give up who we are become a member of a group.  In those cases, following is definitely not the answer.  Today, I discuss how following can help you or lead you down a not so friendly path of unhappiness. Question of the Day What are two groups that you belong to now Why did you join? Have you ever been asked to squelch your thoughts or personality to stay within the group? THANKS FOR LISTENING! Become a Super-Fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo on Patreon and get exclusive bonuses just for ZEN commuter patrons. Thanks again for listening to the show! If it has helped you in any way, please share it using the social media buttons you see on the page. Also, reviews for the podcast on iTunes are extremely helpful, they help it reach a wider audience.  The more positive reviews the higher in the rankings it goes.  Of course that means more peace in the world.  So please let me know what y

Hello my friend and welcome back to Five Minute Mojo.  What would you say if I told you that at some point in the day you would be told that you aren't good enough?  Would you believe me?  You might be thinking that I am strictly talking about yourself, that each day you tell yourself at some point that you aren't good enough.  Well, I totally understand that many people hear that from themselves, but believe it or not I am talking about another voice outside of your inner dialogue.  It's much more insidious, wildly subtler.   Now what would you say if I told you that you willingly ask to be told you are not good enough, that you are lacking?  Would you believe me then?  I hate to say it but if you own a TV, subscribe to magazines or even surf the internet you are confronted with messages telling you that you don't measure up.  And the saddest part of all is that you willingly invite those comments. If you have self-esteem issues of course there are any number of causes.  But regardless of origin there are so

"There is no fear for one whose mind is not filled with desires." The Buddha Oh yeah, I started off the episode with a quote, with the quote of the day.  Some of you might be saying, um, that's cool but who the heck are you, and what's this show all about?  I tell you what, how about I just say that if you stick around to the end you will be better than you were when you started listening.  It's only five minutes, and that's not a bad return on your investment. So let's get into it. What do you want in life?  What are your desires?  Do you have any?  Chances are pretty good that if you are human, you have some wants.  If you are like some people, you have many wants.  But does that serve you?  Siddhartha Gautama, the Buddha, would say that it may not.  His belief, as evidenced by the quote of the day, seems to point to a belief that being desirous is a path to fear. Let's start with things.  You work to make money to buy things.  There's nothing wrong with that if you use the things and indeed buy them for th

I have to say I am not sure if this is a true buddha quote, but regardless, the message was so important and timely, that I thought I would talk about it.  Just like yesterday, it's just a few words that hold so much power, and for some people, some challenges. "Radiate boundless love towards the entire world" - Buddha 7 words that could change the entire planet if everyone was to put that suggestion into effect.  I have to tell you, I love this planet, this world, but I shake my head sometimes wondering why we have such huge challenges in being kind and loving to each other.  I know there is a reason, but frankly, I just don't understand why skin color, orientation, gender or religion or any other marker, separates people.  Why is it so hard for people to get along.  I guess that is why I Love this quote so much. Today I was at the gas station filling up on a beautiful spring day (and yes, I know it's still February) when a family came walking out of the gas station mini mart.  There was a mother who was som

    There is a misperception that may keep people from experiencing happiness.  It is the misbelief that happiness lands on some people and not others.  For people who struggle with joy they see others smiling and enjoying life and wonder how these people were so blessed to have a life free of stress and worry.  They then wonder why their own lives are fraught with disappointment. Here's a news flash.  Absolutely everyone has something they are going through.  Regardless of whether it is minor or major, no one's life is without challenges.  The people that seem to experience joy more consistently simply know that cultivating joy takes work.  It is not a laborious task that occurs in every moment but it does take effort.  Happiness doesn't just happen. What is the secret?  As you may have guessed it starts with a mindset of intention.  Regardless of circumstance it will serve you to begin to see the happiness that exists in every moment.  Brendon Burchard, author of The Charge and the The Motivation M

Hey my friends, thank you for coming back to five minute mojo, your evening inspiration podcast.  If you are a new listener, welcome.  You have found a brief, but powerful way to end your day. A relaxing way.  Let's get right into our quote by the Buddha. "When watching after yourself, you watch after others. When watching after others, you watch after yourself." The Buddha I am no buddha scholar but I would say that in these sage words he's saying that each of us needs to do our best to see to our individual needs so we can best take care of others.  Let's break it down.  In the first line, When watching after yourself, you are watching after others", buddha is pointing to the interconnectedness between you and those around you.  If any link in the chain is weak, the entire piece is frail, and that means you as well.   One of the biggest challenges I had as a personal trainer was helping people see how neglecting their needs was ultimately neglecting the needs of their family and friends.  Whether it was alt

Buddha and Lao-Tzu both talked about appreciating the present moment. They knew that the calm people yearned for was in the present moment.  Some 2500 years later we are beginning to realize that again.  Come listen to the quote that set it off, by Buddha. Questions of the day Have you ever been so captivated by something that you lost track of where you were Have you ever experienced a time in nature when everything seemed so incredibly vibrant and alive? Do you enjoy nature? Why or why not? THANKS FOR LISTENING! Become a Super-Fan of ZEN commuter and 5 Minute mojo on Patreon and get exclusive bonuses just for ZEN commuter patrons. Thanks again for listening to the show! If it has helped you in any way, please share it using the social media buttons you see on the page. Also, reviews for the podcast on iTunes are extremely helpful, they help it reach a wider audience.  The more positive reviews the higher in the rankings it goes.  Of course that means more peace in the world.  So please let me know what yo

  It amazes me how some wisdom seems so timeless.  The quotes from the buddha that I have been reading all talk about principles that are of use today.  Take today's quote for example. A jug is filled drop by drop Think about the simple wisdom in those 7 words.  The Buddha is saying that consistency is key.  it doesn't matter how insignificant the action may seem; if it is repeated with consistency, the goal will be achieved. It's clear that the Buddha took small consistent actions to heart.  Clearly he felt that actions, no matter how small, would lead to something great.  It seemed to be a common theme in China.  After all, Lao-Tau was quoted as saying A journey of a thousand miles begins with one step. I think it is clear how both of these philosophers can add to our lives today.  For instance, when was the last time you were faced with a big project, either at home or at work?  Most people, take a look at a project and set their minds to worrying about all the effort it will take, all the time that will b