My name is Thom Walters

I am the host of ZEN commuter and Calmer in 5 on Apple Podcasts.  As you can guess, I help people become calmer, more satisfied with their lives.

Why do I do that?

Because I found out a long time ago that helping people grow is what I do best, and coincidentally makes me the happiest.

It wasn’t always that way.

I followed the well walked path of school to 9 – 5 job.  Finally after a ten year stint as a business analyst, I woke up.

“This isn’t where I am supposed to be”

That thought echoed in my head one Sunday when I went in to the office to get caught up.  One resignation letter later, thanking my director for the opportunity, and I was on my own.

It was clear what I was supposed to do; talk about the one thing that has guided me my entire life, meditation.

And that is what I have done.  In person and through the podcasts, I have helped thousands of people understand their ability to live a less stressed life.  Not just calm though, purposeful; I teach people how to look inside themselves and create a plan for increasing the joy in their lives.

These days I travel and speak, host the podcasts, and teach meditation; online, in small groups and in corporate settings.

What do I get into when I am not teaching or speaking?

That’s easy.  I am usually in one of three places: Nashua, New Hampshire, out for walks in nature, reading or working out, in Duxbury, Massachusetts spending time with my brothers and Dad or in Boston at the movies with friends.

When I am feeling particularly adventuresome I will travel, kayak and even skydive. 

Whether I am teaching or relaxing, there is one thing I always enjoy; people.  I love hearing their stories, sharing in their passion and joy, and offering a shoulder if needed.

Do you want to get in touch?

Let’s talk

I can be reached via email, on twitter and at ZEN commuter.  If you would like to get in touch with me to speak at your event, just get in touch with me on the contact page.