990: The Difference Between Spirituality and Religion

Meditation offers us the opportunity to better know ourselves on a human level, and on a grander scale. With a quiet mind we begin to direct our own lives, exploring what has meaning and what doesn't. Part of that journey of self-exploration has us examining how we exist in the Universe, and our spiritual essence. Religion itself is a topic not readily discussed in casual conversations; spirituality even less. Many people think they are the same, but as you will find out today, that's not the case.

Thom WaltersMarch 23, 2018Comment

989: Is Ego-Death Necessary: Two Reasons Why It Might Not Be

For the past few days I have been talking about how the ego can be responsible for creating unrest in the world. Whether you prescribe to a Western view of the ego or the Eastern view, there are some ways that an might actually serve you on this physical plane. Today I talk about how an ego benefits you and the those around you.

Thom WaltersMarch 21, 2018Comment

988: 6 Steps to a Solid Meditation Habit

Today I thought I would take a break from the deep talk about ego to talk about something equally important, creating a meditation habit. I talked about it way, way back in episode 274, I think it was, but since then I have found the ultimate steps to creating a meditation practice.