Zenatude Now

What happens when you’re motivated, making progress…and then life gets in the way?In Episode 11 of Zenatude Now, I’m talking about those times when our momentum slows and we start to feel like we’re back at square one. But you’re not.Progress doesn’t have to be big or happen quickly to count. Sometimes it’s simply about doing something today that keeps you moving forward — and being willing to give a little more effort to the things you truly want.I’ll also share how this connects to one of my ZenTen mantras: Doing More Will Open the Door.You don’t have to start over. Start where you are.Slow is still forward. 💛Have a Zenatudinal Day!

For episode ten, I’m introducing ZenTen—the ten mindful mantras I created years ago during my pre-dawn workouts with my dog Buttercup.From focusing on “What’s On Now” to choosing joy, being yourself, and learning through life’s struggles, these are simple reminders you can bring into your everyday life.Listen and see which one speaks to you. You don’t need to memorize all ten—just start with the one you need today.Stop waiting. Start choosing. That’s Zenatude.

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where no matter how many times you explain something, your message just isn’t being understood?In this episode of Zenatude Now, I share a recent everyday misunderstanding that reminded me how quickly communication can go sideways when two people think they understand each other—but don’t.We all communicate differently. Sometimes we get frustrated, shut down, walk away, or keep repeating ourselves hoping the other person will finally understand. And sometimes, we’re the ones doing the misunderstanding.Before reacting or giving up, maybe all it takes is a pause, a question, or simply finding a different way to say what you mean.Sometimes one small pause can change the entire conversation.Stop waiting. Start choosing. That’s Zenatude.Have a Zenatudinal Day!

How often do we hold back because we’re worried about what someone else might think?In this episode of Zenatude Now, I talk about what it really means to be free to be yourself — whether that means speaking up, wearing the quirky outfit, singing in your car, or even decorating your golf cart. 😂Being authentic doesn’t mean you stop caring about others. It means you stop changing who you are just to fit someone else’s expectations.Nobody is a better you than you.Stop waiting. Start choosing. That’s Zenatude.

Sometimes life doesn’t go according to plan—but that doesn’t mean the ending won’t surprise you. In this episode of Zenatude Now, I share a recent reminder that the thing you’re worried about today may look completely different tomorrow. Do what you can, trust yourself to handle what comes next, and remember: you don’t know the ending yet.

How often do we create stories about people before we know the facts? In this episode of Zenatude Now, I share a personal experience that reminded me how easy it is to mistake someone's actions for who they really are. Sometimes all it takes is a simple hello to change the story. Join me as we explore choosing kindness over assumptions and curiosity over judgment.

What if the fastest way to find more peace isn't changing your circumstances...but changing what you choose to focus on?In this episode of Zenatude Now, I share a simple journaling practice that helped me stop giving my energy to things I couldn't control and start focusing on what I could. If you've ever found yourself replaying conversations, worrying about outcomes, or feeling overwhelmed by things outside your control, this episode is for you.Remember...you may not control everything that happens, but you can always choose how you respond.

We've all had those moments when we walk away thinking, "I wish I had handled that better." In this episode, I share a recent experience that reminded me how stress can quietly shape our reactions—and why the way we respond is often about more than what's happening in the moment.Join me as we explore how staying present, recognizing what's really driving our emotions, and choosing a different response can help us live with more Zenatude.Because life gets messy. But letting it mess with you? That's optional.

What if Zenatude isn't a place you go...but a place you create?In this episode, I share the story of how the idea for Zenatude first came to me on a street corner in Venice Beach, California back in 2004—and the unexpected realization that followed years later. Discover why Zenatude® isn't about escaping life, but about choosing how you respond to it.Because life gets messy. That's a given. But letting it mess with you? That's optional.

Have you ever put something off because you didn’t think you could do it well enough?In this episode of Zenatude Now, I’m talking about how perfection can quietly keep us stuck—overthinking, over-preparing, and waiting until everything feels “just right” before we begin. I share a personal story about how I did exactly that and the reminder I needed to stop waiting for perfect and simply get started.If you’ve been sitting on something, second-guessing yourself, or delaying action because you want it to be better, cleaner, or more polished first, this episode is for you.Zenatude isn’t Perfectatude—and progress doesn’t come from getting everything right. It comes from choosing to move forward anyway.

In this first episode of Zenatude Now, I share what Zenatude® really means and why it's more than just staying positive. Life gets messy, and we can't control everything that happens—but we can choose how we respond.I'll introduce the mindset behind Zenatude, why it has helped me navigate life's ups and downs, and how small, intentional choices can help you live with more confidence, resilience, and purpose.If you're ready to stop waiting for "someday" and start making your time count today, this episode is for you.