CI5 1789: Tene Diem

Today, I invite you to explore a different way of moving through your day—not by seizing it, but by gently holding it. The Latin phrase tene diem reminds us that life isn’t something to chase or control, but something to experience with presence and care. When we stop gripping and start allowing, we create space for calm, clarity, and even joy to arise naturally. So today, instead of asking “How can I get the most out of this moment?”, try asking, “How can I be with this moment?” You might find that everything you’re looking for is already here.

Thom WaltersApril 7, 2026Comment

CI5 1788: Spareribs and Relief

One of the greatest gifts of a meditation practice is it’s ability to allow us all to slow down enough to truly see what is going on. Specifically with our thoughts and how they sabotage us at any time. But here’s the thing, thoughts are mutable. If we slow down, extract the drama, anger and judgment, then we can create anything, namely peace.

Thom WaltersMarch 25, 2026Comment

CI5 1787: Accessing the Calm Within

Calm isn’t something that needs to be chased or captured. It resides in each of us. It is our default. the only thing we need to do to feel it is peel away the veil that keeps it hidden. Today I talk about how that is done.