For some meditators, the ability to deepen their sessions depends on instrumental accompaniment.  Thankfully for them (and myself included, at times) there is Jim Rajan.  He is a musician who specializes in instrumental pieces designed to enhance meditation.  He and I met on Insight Timer, the free app for meditation.  I found his selections incredibly helpful in allowing me to go deeper in my mediations.  Today, I am glad to have him on the show to discuss his creative process and the things he does to maintain peace and balance.

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Jake Ducey is a three-time published author with Penguin/Random-House (The Purpose Principles, Into the Wind and Profit From Happiness).  He is an inspiration man whose goal is to help people live a more purposeful life.

Despite his many accomplishments, I have asked Jake to ZEN commuter to talk about the one thing that gives him the calm and confidence to change the world in such a profound way.   He and I spend a half hour talking about his meditation practice and how it has transformed his life.  I am sure you will find many bits of wisdom to helping you start your own practice or enhance the one you already have.

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A few weeks back I had the pleasure of meeting Scott Stabile, the author of Big Love.  We talked about a variety of topics that add a sense of peace to our lives, and hopefully to listeners as well.  I bring him up today because I wanted to talk about something we both believe in, Love.  We all try to be the best versions of ourselves, but as you will find out today, there are times when we are less than loving.  Thankfully I will talk about solutions to all five I mention.

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