ZC 2139: Tricycle Tueday - Connecting with the Root of Our Being

In this episode of Zen Commuter, I share reflections inspired by a recent Tricycle article on connecting with the root of our being. Lately, I’ve been reminded that the places, roles, and things we associate with “home” are only temporary expressions of something much deeper. The real root isn’t somewhere outside of us—it’s the quiet, steady presence that’s always been there, beneath our thoughts, beneath our memories, beneath even our sense of identity. When we take time to pause and reconnect with that part of ourselves, there’s a profound sense of peace and belonging that doesn’t depend on circumstances. Join me as I explore what it means to come home—not to a place, but to the truest part of who we are.

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ZC 2138: Running on Empty? Cool.

Many people feel that low energy is something to be conquered. If you’re feeling a little lackluster, something must be off, or wrong. Guess what? I used to think that too. As recently as today. Thankfully, a trip to the cushion set me straight. So let’s learn a lesson together.

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ZC 2137: The Metaphors That Shape Our Lives

Drawing inspiration from a recent Tricycle magazine article, this episode explores the powerful metaphors we unconsciously use to describe our lives—and how they influence the way we suffer, grow, and find freedom. When we examine the stories and images we live by, we discover new ways to relate to challenge, identity, and change. By choosing more liberating metaphors, we loosen old constraints and open to a life lived with greater clarity and compassion.

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