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Host Peggy O'Neill welcomes special guest Sam Morris to discuss his journey from adversity to awakening. Sam, the owner of Zen Warrior Training, shares his story of becoming paraplegic at 24 and transforming his hardships into spiritual connection and joy. The conversation covers Sam's initial struggles, including bed sores and hospitalization, and how coaching and self-awareness played a crucial role in his transformation. Sam emphasizes the importance of attuning to the present moment, letting go of egoic identity, and making choices aligned with one's true self. The discussion touches on the insidious nature of self-conscious loops, the power of self-awareness, and the continuous process of growth. Sam encourages listeners to explore a deeper relationship with their entire bodies and shift attention from constant thought to the present moment. Both Peggy and Sam highlight the significance of choosing one's direction in life, breaking free from limiting beliefs, and recognizing the power of manifestation. The conversation concludes with a shared perspective on the ongoing, evolving nature of the enlightenment process. Overall, the podcast delves into profound insights about personal growth, self-awareness, and embracing the unknown to find true freedom and joy. Sam's Speaker Page A2A.PeggySpeaks.com

This week on Aftersight Penn talks with Sam Morris, founder of Zen Warrior. From tragic accident to public speaker and coach, Sam has overcome some amazing circumstances. Enjoy her conversation with this Zen Warrior! https://zenwarriortraining.com/about-sam/ www.aincolorado.org/resources www.aincolorado.org/podcast-guest/

Sam Morris, of Zen Warrior Training, discusses his journey from the depths of existential (in the truest sense of the word) crisis to living with intention in the present moment - the space between anxiety of future events and depression of past occurrence.  Sam explores the role of breathwork as a tool and an intentional lifestyle choice - navigating the challenges of modern living.  We discuss: suicide, psychedlics, breathwork, and the freedom that stems from living with direction and intentionality.  Morris may live his daily life from the perspective of a wheelchair, as a paralized man, but his spirit and wisdom is unbound.  In the midst of the conversation we decide to host a free breathwork class to explore the very topics experientially - the link to that free 90 minute session is below.  Follow Sam, learn from him, and join him on the journey.  zenwarriortraining.com Instagram Facebook LinkedIn    Free Breathwork Session: Matt Walker and Sam Morris Oct 18, 2021 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm - https://bit.ly/2XfwBJT

Sam Morris is a partner at the Human Kind Holistic Consulting Firm and the founder of Zen Warrior Training, an embodied wisdom coaching program dedicated to helping high performers achieve self-mastery. After enduring a spinal cord injury in 1999, Sam dove deep into the somatic healing arts, depth psychology, wisdom traditions, and the innate intelligence of the human body. Today, Sam is dedicated to helping his clients live from an awakened state of presence in their businesses and lives through the mastery of mind, body, and spirit. Sam joins me today to share his journey and how he became the Zen Warrior. He discusses why the first thing he did after surviving a car accident was learn to forgive. He describes the intelligence of the human body and how one can tap it for healing. He shares the insights he realized while recovering in a hospital and discusses how we can find our spirit when we recognize our humanity. Sam also explains why grace and grit are powerful when combined and underscores how we can cultivate equanimity amidst a time of constant change. “You can cultivate an unstoppable level of equanimity in your mind. No matter what's going on around you, you can be the eye of the hurricane in a world of chaos.” - Sam Morris Today on Mastering Midlife: The power of forgiving others for your own sake The intelligence of the human body and what somatic healing entails The energy of resentment How the subconscious mind holds our life's history and how it impacts our wellbeing Our tendency to repeat the patterns of our parents The fear of the unknown and rebelling against limiting beliefs How Sam started rebuilding his identity while he was recovering from his spinal cord injury Letting go of pride, shame, and ego Using deep, conscious breaths to reactivate the parasympathetic nervous system and relieve anxiety Serving from a place of love and finding creative opportunities in a crisis What makes the combination of grace and grit powerful Connect with Sam Morris: Zen Warrior Training Human Kind Consulting on LinkedIn Sam Morris on LinkedIn Sam Morris on Instagram Sam Morris on Facebook Sam Morris on Twitter Mastering Midlife...Together! Thanks for tuning into today's episode of the Mastering Midlife Podcast: How to Thrive When the World Asks the Most of You with Mark Silverman. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review. Be sure to visit our website and connect with us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and YouTube and don't forget to share your favorite episodes on social media.

In this episode of the Road to Growth podcast, we are pleased to introduce you to Sam Morris. Sam is the founder of Zen Warrior Training®, an enlightened leadership and embodied wisdom coaching program. In 1999, Sam endured a spinal cord injury, paralyzing him from the waist down. This incident catalyzed a deep dive into somatic healing arts, depth psychology, wisdom traditions and the innate intelligence of the body. Sam trains his clients in how to master the inner workings of the mind, body and spirit and live from an enlightened state of presence in their businesses and in their personal lives. Learn more and connect with Sam Morris by visiting him on Website: https://zenwarriortraining.com/ on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zenwarriortraining/   Be sure to follow us   on Twitter: Twitter.com/to_growth on Facebook: facebook.com/Road2Growth   Subscribe to our podcast across the web: https://www.theenriquezgroup.com/blog Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Cdmacc iTunes: https://apple.co/2F4zAcn Castbox: http://bit.ly/2F4NfQq Google Play: http://bit.ly/2TxUYQ2 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JwTLX0I09-X1XN-Xv1h_Q?view_as=subscriber   For any San Diego Real Estate Help please visit: Website: https:www.TheEnriquezGroup.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKnzMRkl-PurAb32mCLCMeA?view_as=subscriber ****************************************************************************

This week we take the energy of a Zen warrior off the battlefield and into your life, by learning how to welcome, cultivate and move through the death of your ego and into a much broader experience of life, through pure awareness. This is an opportunity to move past the biological impulse, or fear, or assumption that doing something outside our comfort zone is going to kill us. Listening to the voice that speaks fear is not a bad thing, but it is not the only thing. Ultimately, we discuss the regenerative mindset and then create it as an opportunity in real time by being in the unknown of conversation, riding a wave, letting it crash and allowing space for a new wave to be born. KEY MOMENTS “The true warrior is one who has shed all of the story and they're just there in the present moment.” “So I became very intrigued in what life does to us that creates that psychological construct of protecting oneself from the whole, the greater existence.” “Everything is equally important because everything is related to our presence and how much consciousness we can bring to what we're doing, how present we can be with what we're doing.” “I think that those things work beautifully together when we can really learn to be receptive and directed at the same time, because that really is presence. Presence is receptivity.” “It's acknowledging the person over the particular opinion or belief that they have in that moment.” “We're on an adventure here! We're going to see where we improvise our way, through being present with each other and through active listening and feeling the energy versus coming from an analytical place of what else.” VALUABLE RESOURCES The Adventures Of Self Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.adventures.of.self/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The.Adventures.of.Self ABOUT THE GUEST Sam Morris is the founder of Zen Warrior Training®, an enlightened leadership and embodied wisdom coaching program. In 1999, Sam endured a spinal cord injury, paralyzing him from the waist down. This incident catalyzed a deep dive into somatic healing arts, depth psychology, wisdom traditions and the innate intelligence of the body. Sam trains his clients in how to master the inner workings of the mind, body and spirit and live from an enlightened state of presence in their businesses and in their personal lives. www.zenwarriortraining.com ABOUT THE HOST Taylor Roark is the founder of Galliant Trainings, which guides and facilitates individuals and organisations in Creative Purpose. He has worked variously as a school bus driver, a blacksmith, a Wall Street lawyer and a developer of offshore wind farms. He has lived on 3 continents, travelled to more than 50 countries and currently resides in London, England. Taylor is a keen cyclist, an amateur photographer, an alchemical writer, a weekend DJ and a Taoist at heart. He chooses to live life as a mythical adventure. “The adventure you seek in life is yourself!” CONTACT METHOD Website: https://www.galliant.life/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-roark-a852169/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetaylorroark/ Clubhouse: https://www.joinclubhouse.com/@galliant.life Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.adventures.of.self/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Morris is the founder of Zen Warrior Training®, an enlightened leadership and embodied wisdom coaching program. In 1999, Sam endured a spinal cord injury, paralyzing him from the waist down. This incident catalyzed a deep dive into somatic healing arts, depth psychology, wisdom traditions, and the innate intelligence of the body. Sam trains his clients in how to master the inner workings of the mind, body, and spirit and live from an enlightened state of presence in their businesses and in their personal lives.Thank you to our No Barriers Podcast sponsors: Wells Fargo, Prudential, CoBank, Winnebago Industries Foundation, and Arrow Electronics.Resources:Zen Warrior Training WebsiteWatch Sam Morris speak at the 2020 No Barriers SummitSam’s email: Sam@zenwarriortraining.comFollow Sam on Instagram at @zenwarriortrainingBooks:The Untethered Soul by Michael SingerThe Power of Now by Eckhart TolleBreath by James NestorHow to Change Your Mind by Michael Pollan

Sam Morris is the founder of Zen Warrior Training®, an enlightened leadership and embodied wisdom coaching program. In 1999, Sam endured a spinal cord injury, paralyzing him from the waist down. This incident catalyzed a deep dive into somatic healing arts, depth psychology, wisdom traditions, and the innate intelligence of the body. Sam trains his clients in how to master the inner workings of the mind, body and spirit and live from an enlightened state of presence in their businesses and in their personal lives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Morris is the founder of Zen Warrior Training®, an enlightened leadership and embodied wisdom coaching program. A lifelong student of human awakening, Sam endured a spinal cord injury in 1999, paralyzing him from the waist down and catalyzing a deep dive into somatic healing arts, depth psychology, wisdom traditions and the innate intelligence of the body. Sam trains his clients in how to develop mastery over the inner workings of the egoic mind and live from an enlightened state of presence in their businesses and personal lives.In today’s deep conversation and inquiry, Sam Morris and Dr. Fred explore:The “precision of the unknown” and synchronicityHow the "Who am I?" question creates a false identify The willingness to be dynamic in one's experience of lifeHow escaping "the level of logic" helped Sam to move forward after his accidentThe logical mind vs. the transcendent mindSam's progression from "Why me?" --> "Why not me?" → "Of course it's me!"How unconscious influences create conformityWhy Sam insists on speaking openly about the loss of his sexual functionThe mistake of attaching our value to arbitrary measuresHow psychedelics played a role in both Sam and Dr. Fred's journeysThe trap of thinking there's something "better" to get to Episode Length: 01:06:57 SAM MORRIS’S RESOURCESZen Warrior Training > https://zenwarriortraining.com ALSO MENTIONED ON TODAY’S SHOW > Dr. Fred’s Conversation with Cass Phelps > https://welcometohumanity.net/podcast/2021/1/6/047-we-are-essence-with-cass-phelps WELCOME TO HUMANITY RESOURCESPodcast Website >  http://www.welcometohumanity.net/podcastPURCHASE DR. FRED’S BOOK (paperback or Kindle) > Creative 8: Healing Through Creativity & Self-Expression by Dr. Fred Moss http://www.amazon.com/Creative-Healing-Through-Creativity-Self-Expression/dp/B088N7YVMG FEEDBACK  > http://www.welcometohumanity.net/contact

Sam Morris is the founder of Zen Warrior Training®, an enlightened leadership and embodied wisdom coaching program. In 1999, Sam endured a spinal cord injury, paralyzing him from the waist down. This incident catalyzed a deep dive into somatic healing arts, depth psychology, wisdom traditions, and the innate intelligence of the body. Sam trains his clients in how to master the inner workings of the mind, body, and spirit and live from an enlightened state of presence in their businesses and in their personal lives. Topics We Covered Instead of Overpowering the Enemy, Think Interactive Play How to Stop Self Sabotaging Letting Go and Accepting Divine Grace (While Insulting the Ego) Advice to Unhappy Overachievers (Especially Our Younger Selves) Open Heart Has Its Own Protection (According to Gary V) Samurai Leadership Lesson: Use BEATS to Get Out of Your Head Getting My Mind Blown on a Regular Basis How to Laugh at the Absurdity of Life How to Face Extreme Life Challenges (Without Them Taking Me Out) What to Do When You Feel Hopeless, Overwhelmed, Mental Darkness The Key to Unlock Your Potential What Happens After Samadhi, an Experience of Oneness? How to Engage the Parasympathetic Nervous System For More contentment and Peace A Simple Method to Quiet the Mind Discipline Our Mind, Don't Beat Ourselves Up How Psychedelics, Yoga, & Martial Arts Prepared Me For My Spiritual Awakening How Breath Work Led to My Spiritual Awakening During the First Nights of Paraplegia How to Overcome Paraplegia PTSD Dissociations and Limiting Beliefs No One Can Copy Your Experiential Resume And Therefore Your Unique Genius

Interview with Motivational Speaker Sam Morris with a meditation on "Awakening to your Greatness". Sam Morris is the founder of Zen Warrior Training®, a transformational leadership program. With over twenty years of experience studying and teaching the ancient wisdom of Zen and Taoist philosophy, meditation and breathwork practices, Sam trains his clients how to master the inner landscape of the mind, body and spirit and live from a place of peaceful, powerful presence in their businesses and in their lives.

Interview with Sam Morris and Meditation on Transforming Obstacles and "Loving What is". Sam Morris is the founder of Zen Warrior Training®, a transformational leadership program. With over twenty years of experience studying and teaching the ancient wisdom of Zen and Taoist philosophy, meditation and breathwork practices, Sam trains his clients how to master the inner landscape of the mind, body and spirit and live from a place of peaceful, powerful presence in their businesses and in their lives.

Sam Morris is a lifelong student of the wisdom teachings of the East, particularly Zen and Taoism. Through his executive mentoring program, Zen Warrior Training, Sam works with high performing clients in the art and science of self-actualization, resilience and embodied present-moment awareness to help them achieve their next level of success and fulfillment in their careers, health and personal lives. You can find Sam online at... Facebook @ZenWarriorTraining Instagram: @ZenWarriorTraining Twitter @ZWarriorTraining Or at his website. Originally Published: 9/10/2020

Sam Morris is the Founder of Zen Warrior Training and has a powerful presence about himself that is unlike anything my wife and I have experienced. At the age of 24, Sam was in a car accident that was caused by a drunk driver which left him paraplegic. Sam used his breath to connect with his soul and overcome the feelings of guilt and regret from his injuries. Today, he teaches students Zen philosophy, meditation, and somatic disciplines that have personally healed his mind and his relationship to his body. Key Takeaways ● Sam shares his story and the accident that ended up costing him the use of his legs. ● When Sam became lucid and realized he would never walk again, he began to take deep, deep breaths. Something changed. ● Sam came to the realization that: Breath is spirit. ● Despite being connected to his breath, it was still working to get out of bed every day. Sam still had grief. ● Sam can not afford to be careless with his body. Aging with a disability is no joke. ● Sam accumulated roughly 2 years over a 15 year period of being in and out of hospitals and operating rooms. ● It took Sam about 14 years to become a coach and to inspire others. It took him that long because he just didn’t feel ready. ● “Attitude is the most empowering thing people can learn”. ● J.R. shares an example of how a good attitude has served him well in life. ● Do you really have to project yourself as this super resilient human? There’s actually real value in being vulnerable. ● Show up with all your humanness. ● We often confuse what creates value in our culture. Your trophies, media appearances, and other accolades do not represent your true value. ● Sam had to forgive himself first before he could forgive the drunk driver. ● The accident was something Sam would have never chosen, but he can understand how his soul made a choice. ● We have to create a new map for ourselves and for our lives. A map that doesn’t rely on our past experiences, but instead a map that comes from our imagination. ● We can move forward in an intentional direction that feels right to us. Continue On Your Journey Zenwarriortraining.com Nobarriersusa.org Sam on Instagram Sam on Facebook Sam on Twitter JRmartinez.com J.R. on Instagram J.R. on Facebook J.R. on Twitter J.R. Youtube Channel Did you enjoy today’s episode? If so, please head over to iTunes and leave a review. Help others discover the REBIRTH podcast so they, too, can be inspired and motivated by the stories shared in these episodes.    

On today's show, I talks with Sam Morris, the founder of Zen Warrior Training. Sam coaches business executives on meditation and building resilience and mental toughness. When he was 19, he was hit by a drunk driver and the accident left him paraplegic. He shares his incredible journey from the fear and hopelessness he experienced in the aftermath of the accident to eventually finding a path forward into a life of joy and happiness.We also discuss mediation, focused breathing, the inner scorecard, cultivating resilience, how to think about “wealth,” how to find purpose, and so much more.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN:How to be present, and find happiness in everyday experienceHow to find purpose in “being of service and living from our hearts” How we all want to feel “wealthy” yet we forget that what we're after is a feelingHow meditation can discipline our mindHow attachment to impermanent things causes suffering and what to do about itHow we can discipline ourselves until no external circumstance can dictate our internal experienceBOOKS AND RESOURCESThe Untethered Soul by Michael SingerDiscover CMC Markets, the ultimate platform for online trading on mobile and desktop.CONNECT WITH SAM MORRISTwitter: @zwtrainingZen Warrior Training WebsiteZen Warrior Training LinkedInGET IN TOUCH WITH SEAN MURRAYSean's Twitter AccountSean's LinkedIn AccountEmail: Sean@TheInvestorsPodcast.comWebsite: RealTime Performance, Inc.Weekly Newsletter: RealTime Performance NewsletterHELP US OUT!Help us reach new listeners by leaving us a rating and review! It takes less than 30 seconds and really helps our show grow, which allows us to bring on even better guests for you all! Thank you – we really appreciate it!Read the full transcript and show notes here.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The past few weeks drastically changed the landscape of the world. While I am generally an optimist, it’s my belief that the next few weeks will continue to be a challenge for many. With that in mind, I have been reflecting on what I could do to help. The Intentional Performers Podcast has given me an amazing gift; a stronger connection to amazing people and expanded wisdom and knowledge. It’s my hope that the listeners have received this gift as well.  So, here’s my idea to help others during this time of uncertainty. I am creating a series of panel discussions with past podcast guests to help others learn, grow and take action to better their lives and careers. It’s my hope that the content will help people navigate some of their toughest challenges right now in a productive way. All panels will be recorded on Zoom and uploaded to YouTube so that as many people can have access to the content as possible. You can also go to this YouTube link to watch all panels. Bios below for panelist participants.  Handling Isolation  Sam Morris Sam Morris is the founder of Zen Warrior Training®, a transformational coaching program for high performers, entrepreneurs and creative professionals. Sam is an internationally known leader in the field of personal transformation. With over twenty years of experience studying and teaching the ancient wisdom of Zen and Taoist philosophy, meditation and breathwork practices, Sam coaches high performing men and women and corporate clients how to master the inner workings of the mind, body and spirit and live from a place of peace, power and purpose in their careers and in their personal lives.  Chris Wilson Born and raised in Washington D.C, Chris grew up under extremely difficult circumstances. Poverty, drug addiction, and gun violence was the everyday norm in his community. At the age of 17, he was charged with a crime, convicted, and sentenced to natural life in prison. It was during times of isolation that he decided to not only to turn his life around, but to make a difference in the lives of people who currently live in poverty-stricken communities similar to his childhood surroundings. “Many years ago, I committed my life to self-improvement and helping others. I sat in a dark cell and wrote up what I now call my Master Plan. A plan to build a business empire and help others.” While imprisoned, he earned his high school diploma, graduated from all of the vocational shops, earned an Associate of Arts Degree in Sociology, from Anne Arundel Community College and taught himself to speak and write in several foreign languages. He became a mentor, started a career center, book club and after serving 16 years in prison, he has returned to society a changed man. He now resides in Baltimore City and is the owner and founder of the Barclay Investment Corporation,  a multi-service social enterprise, specializing in residential and commercial contracting work. Barclay works closely with local workforce and social service providers to connect unemployed Baltimore City residents with clients who are in need of a number of services. His other business ventures include The House of DaVinci, a high-end furniture restoration and design company and Master Plan Productions, a social impact content development company. Ethan Zohn Ethan Zohn is a humanitarian, inspirational speaker and television host; former professional soccer player; cancer survivor and advocate; winner of the hit reality television show, CBS’s Survivor: Africa; contestant on season 40 of Survivor: Winners at War, author and inventor; and co-founder of the global non-profit, Grassroot Soccer. In 2002, Ethan used a portion of his Survivor: Africa winnings to help found Grassroot Soccer (GRS), an adolescent health organization that leverages the power of soccer to educate, inspire, and mobilize at-risk youth in developing countries to overcome their greatest health challenges, live healthier, more productive lives, and be agents for change in their communities. To date, the organization has reached over 2.7 million youth in over 60 countries with critical health information, access to health services, and mentorship. In 2009, as a fit, active, 35-year-old former professional soccer player who had traveled the world on behalf of the international health community through Grassroot Soccer, Ethan became an unlikely face of cancer. Diagnosed not once but twice with CD20+ Hodgkin’s Lymphoma in the span of several years, Ethan endured years of aggressive treatment, including two stem cell transplants. Ethan is a graduate of Vassar College, and he has played and coached soccer professionally in Zimbabwe, the United States, and as a member of the US National team for the 1997 and 2001 Maccabiah Games in Israel and 2004 Pan-American Maccabiah Games in Chile. In recognition for his work Ethan was awarded the 2004 Nkosi Johnson Community Spirit Award by the International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care, the Heroes Among Us Award from the Boston Celtics and the Massachusetts State Health Department, and the Auxilia Chimusoro Award from the US State Department in Zimbabwe. Ever the tireless and creative promoter, in 2008, Ethan embarked on a record-breaking 550-mile journey on foot, from Boston, MA to Washington, D.C., dribbling a soccer ball the entire route, to raise money and build awareness for GRS.  

Sam Morris is the founder of Zen Warrior Training®. In 1999, just after leading a bicycling trip for nine teenagers across the United States, Sam was in a car accident caused by a drunk driver which left him paralyzed from the waist down. Rather than becoming the victim of his circumstances, Sam learned and created a system of attitude training that brought him more vitality and clarity than he ever had before his injury. In addition to coaching private clients and businesses in Zen Warrior Training®, Sam hosts biweekly classes in Santa Monica, CA and leads community talks and workshops throughout the country. You can connect with Sam and learn more about him at zenwarriortraining.com Favorite Success Quote Self-consciousness is a lack of consciousness of the self Key Points 1. Expand Your Relationship with Yourself Beyond Your Mind  So often we get stuck in a place where our relationship with ourselves is limited only to our mind and the incessant mental chatter happening within it. From this place, it becomes difficult to understand who you truly are, what you want, and what you must do to achieve the range of experiences that you desire in this lifetime. Your breaths are shallow, your thoughts are cluttered with the opinions and expectations of others, and your truth is being clouded by noise, the ego, and your lack of presence. But when you expand your relationship with yourself beyond your mind, everything changes. When you get into your body and begin experiencing more frequent states of flow and presence, your reality changes. You no longer worry about what you said yesterday or fret about what you must do tomorrow. You are able to simply “Be” in this moment without judgment or criticism. And when you’re in this place of presence and freedom from judgment, you can be 100% you. I challenge you to make a conscious effort to get into your body this week. Go surfing, pick up an instrument, train parkour, lift heavy weights, do something that jolts you out of your head and into your body. Because when you are in your body and focused on your movements you are present, and when you are present, life opens up in ways that you can’t imagine. 2. Presence Frees You From Your Bullshit  When you are living in the past or the future, it’s easy to get stuck in your bullshit. Think about it… If you’re living in the past, you are thinking about what you did wrong, or how you could have done something better, or how you said this or didn’t say that. You are stuck in an endless loop, experiencing the same “negative” event over and over again in your head. This lack of presence eeks its way into your present moment and you begin to doubt yourself during conversations and constantly overanalyze yourself and your actions because you are so hung up on yesterday’s mistakes. Living in the future is no different. If you’re constantly focused on what you want to achieve tomorrow and the life you will have someday, then you aren’t focused on the amazing life you are living right now. And if you have the ability to read this article, you do have an amazing life. By getting present, you are able to be free from the bullshit. With presence, you cannot dwell on past mistakes and personal criticisms. You cannot get caught up in projecting a future that makes you dissatisfied with your current reality. When you are present, you are free. 3. Presence Accelerates the Human Experience Everything that you do is amplified by the power of presence. Everything… All of the greatest human experiences from creation to sex to friendship to adversity are all amplified by getting present. When you are present with a woman, your anxiety disappears and you are able to reveal yourself to her in a way that is completely and totally authentic. When you are present at work, you can tap into flow states and execute your craft masterfully in half the time that it would take if you were distracted. When you are present with yourself, you are in tune with your body and emotions and all the lessons to be learned from them (more on that later). Presence amplifies existence. Get present. 4. Success without a Strong Internal Identity is Inevitable Failure  One of the greatest mistakes a man can make is to tie his identity to something other than himself. When a man’s identity is contingent on his relationship with his woman, his work, his possessions, or anything outside of himself, his identity is inherently fragile and ripe for disruption. No one is impervious to the harsh realities of unexpected change. From a lay off to a divorce to an unexpected death, there are thousands of things that can disrupt your life and completely wreck all of the things that you now hold dear. And if your identity is wrapped up in these things, when they go, so too does your sense of self. If your identity is outside of yourself then it doesn’t take much to raze your identity and leave you feeling lost and uncertain about who you are. By cultivating a strong internal identity, you allow yourself to experience the storms of life with all of the pain and joy that comes with them. You experience everything but can be beaten by nothing. You are who you are. And that’s more than enough. 5. Feelings Are Teachers  Human emotions are the greatest teachers we’ve ever met. Whether positive or negative, any emotion that you feel is there to teach you something. It could be there to confirm that you are doing well, such as the bliss that you feel when you look at your partner, or the satisfaction that comes from a full day’s work. It could be to inform you that how you are acting is not working, such as the tension in your gut when it comes time to pay the bills or the apprehension you feel about getting your yearly physical. Or they could be there to tell you that the path you are on ultimately will not serve you such as the inexplicable “Gut feelings” so many of us receive whenever we are unknowingly out of alignment with our highest calling. If you are going to live this life to the fullest and truly embrace this existence, you must learn to feel your emotions, embody them, learn from them… Don’t flee from them. Never allow your emotions to scare or control you, but always notice them and give them the attention and intention that they deserve. Your emotions are your mentors and your guides on this crazy journey. Follow them and you will learn more than you ever imagined. Next Steps We’re on a mission to impact a million men with powerful life changing content. 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Sam Morris is the founder of Zen Warrior Training®. In 1999, just after leading a bicycling trip for nine teenagers across the United States, Sam was in a car accident caused by a drunk driver which left him paralyzed from the waist down. Rather than becoming the victim of his circumstances, Sam learned and created a system of attitude training that brought him more vitality and clarity than he ever had before his injury. In addition to coaching private clients and businesses in Zen Warrior Training®, Sam hosts biweekly classes in Santa Monica, CA and leads community talks and workshops throughout the country. You can connect with Sam and learn more about him at zenwarriortraining.com Favorite Success Quote Self-consciousness is a lack of consciousness of the self Key Points 1. Expand Your Relationship with Yourself Beyond Your Mind  So often we get stuck in a place where our relationship with ourselves is limited only to our mind and the incessant mental chatter happening within it. From this place, it becomes difficult to understand who you truly are, what you want, and what you must do to achieve the range of experiences that you desire in this lifetime. Your breaths are shallow, your thoughts are cluttered with the opinions and expectations of others, and your truth is being clouded by noise, the ego, and your lack of presence. But when you expand your relationship with yourself beyond your mind, everything changes. When you get into your body and begin experiencing more frequent states of flow and presence, your reality changes. You no longer worry about what you said yesterday or fret about what you must do tomorrow. You are able to simply “Be” in this moment without judgment or criticism. And when you’re in this place of presence and freedom from judgment, you can be 100% you. I challenge you to make a conscious effort to get into your body this week. Go surfing, pick up an instrument, train parkour, lift heavy weights, do something that jolts you out of your head and into your body. Because when you are in your body and focused on your movements you are present, and when you are present, life opens up in ways that you can’t imagine. 2. Presence Frees You From Your Bullshit  When you are living in the past or the future, it’s easy to get stuck in your bullshit. Think about it… If you’re living in the past, you are thinking about what you did wrong, or how you could have done something better, or how you said this or didn’t say that. You are stuck in an endless loop, experiencing the same “negative” event over and over again in your head. This lack of presence eeks its way into your present moment and you begin to doubt yourself during conversations and constantly overanalyze yourself and your actions because you are so hung up on yesterday’s mistakes. Living in the future is no different. If you’re constantly focused on what you want to achieve tomorrow and the life you will have someday, then you aren’t focused on the amazing life you are living right now. And if you have the ability to read this article, you do have an amazing life. By getting present, you are able to be free from the bullshit. With presence, you cannot dwell on past mistakes and personal criticisms. You cannot get caught up in projecting a future that makes you dissatisfied with your current reality. When you are present, you are free. 3. Presence Accelerates the Human Experience Everything that you do is amplified by the power of presence. Everything… All of the greatest human experiences from creation to sex to friendship to adversity are all amplified by getting present. When you are present with a woman, your anxiety disappears and you are able to reveal yourself to her in a way that is completely and totally authentic. When you are present at work, you can tap into flow states and execute your craft masterfully in half the time that it would take if you were distracted. When you are present with yourself, you are in tune with your body and emotions and all the lessons to be learned from them (more on that later). Presence amplifies existence. Get present. 4. Success without a Strong Internal Identity is Inevitable Failure  One of the greatest mistakes a man can make is to tie his identity to something other than himself. When a man’s identity is contingent on his relationship with his woman, his work, his possessions, or anything outside of himself, his identity is inherently fragile and ripe for disruption. No one is impervious to the harsh realities of unexpected change. From a lay off to a divorce to an unexpected death, there are thousands of things that can disrupt your life and completely wreck all of the things that you now hold dear. And if your identity is wrapped up in these things, when they go, so too does your sense of self. If your identity is outside of yourself then it doesn’t take much to raze your identity and leave you feeling lost and uncertain about who you are. By cultivating a strong internal identity, you allow yourself to experience the storms of life with all of the pain and joy that comes with them. You experience everything but can be beaten by nothing. You are who you are. And that’s more than enough. 5. Feelings Are Teachers  Human emotions are the greatest teachers we’ve ever met. Whether positive or negative, any emotion that you feel is there to teach you something. It could be there to confirm that you are doing well, such as the bliss that you feel when you look at your partner, or the satisfaction that comes from a full day’s work. It could be to inform you that how you are acting is not working, such as the tension in your gut when it comes time to pay the bills or the apprehension you feel about getting your yearly physical. Or they could be there to tell you that the path you are on ultimately will not serve you such as the inexplicable “Gut feelings” so many of us receive whenever we are unknowingly out of alignment with our highest calling. If you are going to live this life to the fullest and truly embrace this existence, you must learn to feel your emotions, embody them, learn from them… Don’t flee from them. Never allow your emotions to scare or control you, but always notice them and give them the attention and intention that they deserve. Your emotions are your mentors and your guides on this crazy journey. Follow them and you will learn more than you ever imagined. Next Steps We’re on a mission to impact a million men with powerful life changing content. 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Sam Morris is the founder of Zen Warrior Training®, a transformational coaching program for high performers, entrepreneurs and creative professionals. With over twenty years of experience studying and teaching the ancient wisdom of Zen and Taoist philosophy, meditation and breathwork practices, Sam coaches his clients in developing mastery of the inner workings of the mind, body and spirit to live from a place of presence, purpose and resolve in both their businesses and in their personal lives. Sam's passion for his work is partly born out of his own transformational process after a car accident caused by a drunk driver in 1999 left him paraplegic. Sam lives in Portland, Oregon and works with clients around the world. https://zenwarriortraining.com/about-sam/

On this episode of My Wakeup Call, join me in hearing Sam Morris, founder of Zen Warrior Training, talk about how an accident that left him paralyzed was the wakeup call that renewed his commitment to living his best life

On his website, Sam Morris states, “I believe that when people let go of who they think they should be and discover who they really are, they can change the world.” He is a man who does just this. A car accident in his 20s left Sam paralyzed from the waist down. Through the study of zen and meditation practices, Sam Morris has made the choice to live beyond the circumstances of his life. He is the founder of Zen Warrior Training, a one-on-one coaching program where he trains executives to access “flow state” and to embody a strong sense of purpose and value in their work. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join the Adventures in Health Community today:· adventuresinhealth.tvAdventure in Health FacebookAdventures in Health YouTubeAdventures in Health Instagram

On his website, Sam Morris states, "I believe that when people let go of who they think they should be and discover who they really are, they can change the world." He is a man who does just this. A car accident in his 20s left Sam paralyzed from the waist down. Through the study […]

Find Evryman at: Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter Today's guest is Sam Morris. He is the founder of Zen Warrior Training, a personal and business development program for high performers, entrepreneurs and creative professionals. Borrowing from the ancient wisdom of Zen and Taoist philosophy, meditation and breathwork practices, Sam trains the high performer how to master the inner workings of the mind, body and spirit and live from a place of deep purpose and resolve in every moment of their lives. A Zen practitioner since 1993, Sam was in a car accident caused by a drunk driver in 1999 which left him paraplegic. Determined not to become the victim of his circumstances, Sam dove deeply into inner mastery practices which helped him to transform his trauma and become a successful entrepreneur, loving husband and expert adaptive skier. Through his unique journey, Sam discovered his soul purpose of Zen Warrior Training.  Sam joins Dan for this episode of the Evryman Podcast to discuss what he cares about more than anything, what he does and where it comes from, and being authentic with yourself. You can find out more about what Sam and Zen Warrior Training does at their website, on Twitter, and on Facebook. Want to get in a room with us and change your life?  We're returning to the Berkshires December 7-9 for another Open Source Retreat and hosting a MELT Training in Petaluma, California October 5-7. We're almost sold out of spots for the MELT Training. The sign ups are live on our website so get in while you can! Also be sure to subscribe to the Evryman Podcast to stay up to date on our weekly episode. You can find us on most podcast listening sites such as Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and more.

Sam joins Brian Levenson on this week’s podcast. Sam works as a coach and speaker, and has a company called Zen Warrior Training where he helps people unlock what’s inside of them and get in touch with their feelings. Sam has a deep passion for inspiring and helping others. In this podcast, Sam talks about a number of life events including an accident that took place when he was 24 years old that was life changing. In this episode, they discuss his childhood and how he became who he is today (4:45), the difference in what he learned from his father and mother (11:00), the relation between his childhood and what he does today (14:20), if he sees his mom and dad as Warrior or Zen (20:00), when he got into cycling (24:10), his mindset when cycling across the country (29:10), when he started playing guitar (35:50), his time at Hampshire College (41:00), his major accident in 1999 (46:30), what he remembers from the accident and the immediate feeling he experienced after (48:20), what he feels now as he rehashes the story (52:20), his mindset when in the hospital for an extended period of time (54:00), how he created a mindset to have the state of neutrality as opposed to victimhood (58:00), his thoughts on selfishness and selflessness (1:04:10), what he does to take care of himself and the diet he is currently on (1:05:30), his meditation routines and the power of the breath (1:11:40), and what Zen Warrior Training is about (1:17:50) Thanks to Sam for coming on the podcast, and I encourage you to check out his website at http://zenwarriortraining.com/about/. You can also find Sam on twitter @zwtraining and on facebook at facebook.com/zenwarriortraining.   Lastly, if you liked this episode and/or any others, please support us at Patreon or follow me on Twitter: @brianlevenson or Instagram: @Intentional_Performers. Thanks for listening. -Brian

Sam Morris is the founder of Zen Warrior Training. In 1999, just after leading a bicycling trip for nine teenagers across the United States, Sam was in a car accident caused by a drunk driver which left him paralyzed from the waist down. Years of struggle from his condition forced him to experience over a dozen surgeries and to lie down for over three years, two of which were in hospitals. Determined to not become the victim of his circumstances, Sam learned and created a system of mental and physical training based in Zen philosophy, meditation and somatic disciplines that healed his mind and body and brought him more vitality and clarity than he had before his injury. He created Zen Warrior Training as a means by which to share what he has learned with the world. Sam is a keynote speaker, Zen Warrior Training workshop facilitator and individual and group life coach. He has been featured in numerous magazines, podcasts and radio shows and has been a regular guest on Business Rockstars. Sam resides in Los Angeles with his wife Meghan, founder of Amba Yoga, and their two dogs. He is committed to serving humanity through helping individuals strengthen their awareness of their personal power. To learn more about Adam - go to AdamGilad.com To get Adam's Book 21 Laws of Boldness go to AdamGilad.com/21Laws To learn about Adam's Advanced Dating and Relationship Group go to AdamGilad.com/smart Follow Adam on Instagram - RealAdamGilad

Sam Morris is the founder of Zen Warrior Training, a coaching program which helps high performers, entrepreneurs and creative professionals to leverage their most challenging circumstances to reach their next level of potential. In 1999, Sam, a professional athlete, was in a car accident caused by a drunk driver which left him paraplegic. Determined to not let his circumstances get the best of him, Sam learned and created a system of personal development utilizing mindfulness meditation, breath work and Zen principles. Sam has worked with CEO's, spiritual leaders and recently with actress Rose McGowan. In his free time, Sam is an adaptive skier and musician.   Connect with Sam Twitter: @zwtraining Website: www.zenwarriortraining.com www.Ambamovement.com Email: sam@zenwarriortraining.com   Reach The Nice Guys Here: Doug- @DJDoug Strickland- @NiceGuyonBiz   Nice Guys Sponsor: Dalyn Miller PR will teach you to be a great podcast guest   Nice Guys Links: Subscribe to the Podcast Niceguysonbusiness.com TurnkeyPodcast.com – You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it. Podcast Production, Concept to Launch   Book Doug and/or Strick as a speaker at your upcoming event. Amazon #1 Best selling book Nice Guys Finish First. Doug's Business Building Bootcamp (10 Module Course)   Survey: Take our short survey so The Nice Guys know what you like.   Partner Links: Amazon.com: Click before buying anything. Help support the podcast. Interview Valet:  Get interviewed on top podcasts and share your message. Acuity Scheduling: Stop wasting time going back and forth scheduling appointments Social Quant – Boost your Twitter following the right way. Targeted reach   Promise Statement: To provide an experience that is entertaining and adds value to your life.   Never underestimate the Power of Nice.

Sam Morris had just finished leading a bicycle trek through the United States with 19 teenagers when his life was changed in an instant. A car accident caused by a drunk driver left him a paraplegic. He shares the wisdom that he has harnessed through his life challenges and the shift in consciousness that laid foundation for his life's path. He is the founder of Zen Warrior Training where he coaches high performers In the art of connecting to one's inner power and deep wisdom.

Available On: iTunes  | Google Play  | Stitcher  | Spotify In November of 1999, at the age of 24 and having just led an unsupported cycling trek across the United States with nine teenagers, Sam was in a car accident caused by a drunk driver. In an instant, he went from being an avid outdoorsman, athlete and Zen enthusiast to being paralyzed from the waist down. Determined to not become the victim of his circumstances, Sam spent years learning from some of the world’s top experts in the fields of somatic healing, meditation, breath work and mind training. Bedridden for the better part of four years and hospitalized for over two years, Sam’s will to survive was tested on multiple occasions. Throughout it all, he developed a deep fascination with the power of the mind and body to overcome seemingly unconquerable obstacles. Friends and acquaintances frequently remarked on his resilient nature and the quality of his attitude and mindset. Being forced to experience such consistently unfavorable circumstances, and rise above them, cultivated the foundation of what later became Zen Warrior Training. Zen Warrior Training trains high-performers including CEO’s, spiritual leaders and professional actors to go beyond their perceived limitations and turn any challenge into an opportunity. Sam trains his clients to move beyond their own unconscious, self-limiting perceptions and into an embodied experience of their authentic power, creating more fulfilling relationships, generating more income, and optimizing health with far less pressure and stress. From Andy: Do you know when you meet someone for the first time and after a few minutes, you feel like you’ve known them for years? That’s what it was like for me with Sam. Wise beyond his years, having had to deal with life challenges I hope I never have to, Sam brought an emotional and honest depth to our conversation. I especially like the conversation we get into in the second half of the podcast – about existential mental agility, flow, freedom, and the path he uses to get there. By the way, if you’re interested in working with Sam privately, he offers a complimentary strategy session. To find out how to take advantage of this, apply at Sam’s website – www.zenwarriortraining.com. Enjoy this one. I sure did! FORWARD TO A FRIEND - If you enjoy the podcast, please help us spread the word by sharing it. LEAVE A REVIEW - Your written reviews in iTunes go a long way in helping us get the word out. Here's a link to make it easy - bit.ly/breakingordinary. Thanks in advance for your help and support! Episode Links John of God Emilie Conrad Mariane Karou Zen Warrior Training University of Santa Monica Marathon Monks of Mt. Hiei documentary Flow by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi Connect with Sam Instagram: @zenwarriortraining Website: www.zenwarriortraining.com Facebook: Zen Warrior Training YouTube: Zen Warrior Training Twitter: @zwtraining Questions? Feedback? Email - podcast@wholelifechallenge.com Instagram - @andypetranek Facebook - @andypetranek Twitter - @andypetranek REVIEW THE PODCAST ON iTUNES - bit.ly/breakingordinary If you liked this episode, try these: 123: Patrick McKeown — Learn to Breathe for Health and Vitality 109: Richard Janes — Find Your Passion, Purpose, and Authenticity  

Sam Morris is the founder of Zen Warrior Training®. In 1999, just after leading a bicycling trip for nine teenagers across the United States, Sam was in a car accident caused by a drunk driver which left him paralyzed from the waist down. Rather than becoming the victim of his circumstances, Sam learned and created a system of attitude training that brought him more vitality and clarity than he ever had before his injury. In addition to coaching private clients and businesses in Zen Warrior Training®, Sam hosts biweekly classes in Santa Monica, CA and leads community talks and workshops throughout the country. Favorite Success Quote Self-consciousness is a lack of consciousness of the self Key Points 1. Expand Your Relationship with Yourself Beyond Your Mind  So often we get stuck in a place where our relationship with ourselves is limited only to our mind and the incessant mental chatter happening within it.  From this place, it becomes difficult to understand who you truly are, what you want, and what you must do to achieve the range of experiences that you desire in this lifetime. Your breaths are shallow, your thoughts are cluttered with the opinions and expectations of others, and your truth is being clouded by noise, the ego, and your lack of presence.  But when you expand your relationship with yourself beyond your mind, everything changes.  When you get into your body and begin experiencing more frequent states of flow and presence, your reality changes.  You no longer worry about what you said yesterday or fret about what you must do tomorrow. You are able to simply "Be" in this moment without judgment or criticism.  And when you're in this place of presence and freedom from judgment, you can be 100% you. I challenge you to make a conscious effort to get into your body this week.  Go surfing, pick up an instrument, train parkour, lift heavy weights, do something that jolts you out of your head and into your body. Because when you are in your body and focused on your movements you are present, and when you are present, life opens up in ways that you can't imagine.  2. Presence Frees You From Your Baggage   When you are living in the past or the future, it's easy to get stuck in your baggage.  Think about it...  If you're living in the past, you are thinking about what you did wrong, or how you could have done something better, or how you said this or didn't say that. You are stuck in an endless loop, experiencing the same "negative" event over and over again in your head.  This lack of presence eeks its way into your present moment and you begin to doubt yourself during conversations and constantly overanalyze yourself and your actions because you are so hung up on yesterday's mistakes.  Living in the future is no different.  If you're constantly focused on what you want to achieve tomorrow and the life you will have someday, then you aren't focused on the amazing life you are living right now.  And if you have the ability to read this article, you do have an amazing life.  By getting present, you are able to be free from the bullshit. With presence, you cannot dwell on past mistakes and personal criticisms. You cannot get caught up in projecting a future that makes you dissatisfied with your current reality.  When you are present, you are free.  3. Presence Accelerates the Human Experience  Everything that you do is amplified by the power of presence.  Everything... All of the greatest human experiences from creation to sex to friendship to adversity are all amplified by getting present.  When you are present with a woman, your anxiety dissapears and you are able to reveal yourself to her in a way that is completely and totally authentic.  When you are present at work, you can tap into flow states and execute your craft masterfully in half the time that it would take if you were distracted.  When you are present with yourself, you are in tune with your body and emotions and all the lessons to be learned from them (more on that later).  Presence amplifies existence.  Get present.  4. Success without a Strong Internal Identity is Inevitable Failure  One of the greatest mistakes a man can make is to tie his identity to something other than himself.  When a man's identity is contingent on his relationship with his woman, his work, his possessions, or anything outside of himself, his identity is inherently fragile and ripe for disruption.  No one is impervious to the harsh realities of unexpected change.  From a lay off to a divorce to an unexpected death, there are thousands of things that can disrupt your life and completely wreck all of the things that you now hold dear.  And if your identity is wrapped up in these things, when they go, so too does your sense of self.  If your identity is outside of yourself then it doesn't take much to raze your identity and leave you feeling lost and uncertain about who you are.  By cultivating a strong internal identity, you allow yourself to experience the storms of life with all of the pain and joy that comes with them.  You experience everything but can be beaten by nothing.  You are who you are.  And that's more than enough.  5. Feelings Are Teachers  Human emotions are the greatest teachers we've ever met.  Whether positive or negative, any emotion that you feel is there to teach you something.  It could be there to confirm that you are doing well, such as the bliss that you feel when you look at your partner, or the satisfaction that comes from a full day's work.  It could be to inform you that how you are acting is not working, such as the tension in your gut when it comes time to pay the bills or the apprehension you feel about getting your yearly physical.  Or they could be there to tell you that the path you are on ultimately will not serve you such as the inexplicable "Gut feelings" so many of us receive whenever we are unknowingly out of alignment with our highest calling.  If you are going to live this life to the fullest and truly embrace this existence, you must learn to feel your emotions, embody them, learn from them... Don't flee from them.  Never allow your emotions to scare or control you, but always notice them and give them the attention and intention that they deserve.  Your emotions are your mentors and your guides on this crazy journey.  Follow them and you will learn more than you ever imagined. 

In this inspirational episode we focus on the power of resiliency to overcome struggles, obstacles and life changing incidents. The ultimate goal is to free your mind from self imposed limits that can can hinder you useless.  Our Guest is Sam Morris, he is the founder of Zen Warrior Training. Sam's inspirational story starts In 1999, just after leading a bicycling trip for nine teenagers across the United States, Sam was in a car accident caused by a drunk driver which left him paralyzed from the waist down. Years of struggle from his condition forced him to experience over a dozen surgeries and to lie down for over three years. Determined to not become the victim of his circumstances, Sam learned and created a system of mental and physical training based in Zen philosophy, meditation and somatic disciplines that healed his mind and body and fortified his spirit. Sam is a keynote speaker, Zen Warrior Training workshop facilitator and life coach. He has been featured in numerous magazines, podcasts and radio shows. Sam's no-nonsense approach to life is intoxicating, he does not believe in a victim mentality and has refused to let the wheelchair slow him down.  Make no mistake about it, don't bring your excuses here. Join us in this dynamic conversation about how warriors free their mind by never giving up no matter what life throws their way. So many lessons learned here that you can implement to your life right now. Get Your FREE Manual "Strengthen Your Warrior Spirit" at https://www.forgingawarrior.com/manual Watch The Full Warrior Documentary at https://www.forgingawarrior.com/warriorfilm To get all show notes for this episode go to http://www.manofwar.live/mow/19

Fear makes you something that you’re not. It’s something we all suffer, but it’s also something we can get beyond so we can live our lives full of joy, freedom and vitality. In this powerful episode I’m joined by Sam Morris, founder of Zen Warrior Training. In 1999, just after leading a bicycling trip for nine teenagers across the United States, Sam was in a car accident caused by a drunk driver which left him paralyzed from the waist down Determined to not become the victim of his circumstances, Sam learned and created a system of mental and physical training based in Zen philosophy, meditation and somatic disciplines that healed his mind and body and brought him more vitality and clarity than he had before his injury. In this episode we discuss how your circumstances do not have to define you, and how you can choose a life based on your intention. We talk about how truly transformative Sam’s work is for his clients. Find out how to get outside the habitual thoughts you have about yourself and tap into a deeper truth about who you are. 1:08 - Introducing Sam and his background, including being the founder of Zen Warrior Training and the car accident that put him in a wheelchair. 3:09 - The fear associated with situations like Sam’s, but using the situation as a journey to a more present and mindful place; not being defined by your circumstances, but your intentions. 7:06 - Knowing who you are rather than who you think you should be and how Sam forced himself into knowing who he is through confronting fear. 9:35 - The feeling of discovering a rare understanding and awareness of yourself. 11:42 - The concept of being present and training your mind to be present rather than consumed with busy thoughts; learning to observe the mental noise while being separate from it. 14:02 - Applying these ideas to Sam’s specific situation and examining how he started training his mind. 18:16 - The role of these techniques as they relate to limiting belief systems. 19:25 - Comparing Sam from now to Sam before the accident, mentally and physically. 21:59 - Different ways people go through traumas and how Sam can help unpack that through the Zen Warrior Training; the microtraumas in the unconscious mind. 23:57 - The impact of daily actions and Sam’s analogy of an island being shaped in the way our lives are shaped over time. 26:35 - How perspectives and expectations can shift. 28:18 - The importance of figuring out who you are and how that shapes the trajectory of other goals and decisions; breaking away from ego through being humbled. 30:52 - The concept of neutrality and using that as a way to listen to yourself; describing neutrality as a state of observation and the analogy of making a movie. 35:45 - Separating yourself from the noise and how that can aid in decision making; effortlessness as a result of this process. 38:06 - Embracing the discomfort and quiet of separating from noisy thoughts; the analogy of your mind as a still lake from The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer. 41:28 - Finding stillness as the foundation for tapping into a deep joy of being connected to the authentic self. 43:13 - Contacting Sam.  Resources and Links Mentioned:  Zen Warrior Training  The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer  Facebook  Twitter  Instagram  

Sam Morris, my guest on the show today, after being paralyzed in 1999, was determined not to be the victim of his circumstances. Would you be angry? Resentful? Bitter? All of those are understandable human reactions, but shifting your perspective can turn that injury (or any other tragic accident) into a gift and a catalyst for change in your life and the lives of countless others. Facing his physical paralysis head-on allowed him to see other kinds of paralysis (such as mental or emotional paralysis) for what they are, and to help others overcome them through his Zen Warrior Training. In fact, Sam now experiences more vitality and clarity than he had before his accident. We talk about all that and more in this conversation. Find Out More About Sam Here: Sam Morris on LinkedInSam Morris on Facebook@zwtraining on Twitter@zenwarriortraining on Facebook@zenwarriortraining on InstagramZen Warrior Training In This Episode: [01:58] - Sam starts things off by sharing his story. [03:31] - We hear about Sam’s current mindset about his injury and its consequences. He makes clear that he has to be intentional about seeing his injury as a gift. [04:59] - Would Sam say that his Zen Warrior Training wouldn’t exist if he hadn’t been injured? As he answers, he points out that just about everyone has some kind of paralyzing event -- even if they aren’t literally paralyzed (as he is). [06:50] - The most important part of the Zen mindset is welcoming every experience without judgment. [08:47] - Sam explains that reacting to the way that things are is giving up our power to make a choice about how to experience our circumstances. He then digs into what “surrender” means. [10:36] - There is one thing that we can control; Sam explains what it is, and reveals its importance through a personal example. [14:55] - Sam talks about breath training, which he finds to be one of the most effective tools for him. [17:19] - We hear more about the relation between breath training and mindfulness, with Sam explaining that we connect to spirit through connecting to the breath. Once more, he offers a powerful personal example to explain his perspective. [23:28] - Has Sam had that level of profound experience with breathing exercises since the examples he just described, or were those the pinnacles? [25:10] - Sam discusses the physical symptoms of his injury, which were always consistent. His healing took place on an energetic level instead. He then explores how he returned to feeling himself as whole after his paralysis. [27:57] - Stephan shares a profound breath-related experience of his own, which took place on a trip to India. [30:43] - It’s possible to experience the fact that you are more than your consciousness, but the point gets lost in the explanation, Sam explains. He and Stephan then talk about how disconcerting (and liberating) the process of changing your perspective in that way can be. [34:29] - You are far more than your thoughts, feelings, and body; you are consciousness itself. Sam digs further into this concept, explaining the sensation of coming to this realization. [36:32] - What would be an example of a shift that one of Sam’s clients made in which they realized that they are the space (or nothingness) in which things occur? [39:09] - Sam’s physical paralysis has been the catalyst he needed to be able to help other people overcome their various non-physical kinds of paralysis, he reiterates. [41:54] - Stephan asks whether one can have the sorts of epiphanies that Sam has been talking about in ways other than breath, then shares an intense and deeply personal experience he had in a float tank. [45:46] - Sam responds to Stephan’s experience and his question. He then talks about the challenge of integrating a catalyst experience into the rest of your life. [48:39] - Stephan has never used drugs himself, but had an experience in India that felt like it could have been a psychedelic experience. [50:49] - The greatest obstacle or impediment to people practicing meditation or breathwork is that we tend to be so results-oriented, Sam explains. [51:37] - How can people contact Sam if they want to work with him or learn more? Links and Resources: Sam Morris on LinkedInSam Morris on Facebook@zwtraining on Twitter@zenwarriortraining on Facebook@zenwarriortraining on InstagramZen Warrior TrainingJonathan Fields on the Optimized GeekBreath trainingHypnosisContinuum MovementFloat tank (isolation tank)

Today's guest is Sam Morris who is the founder of Zen Warrior Training and if anyone has earned the right to call himself a zen warrior, it's Sam. He is paralyzed from the waist down from a tragic accident caused by a drunk driver and he said, “While my legs are paralyzed, my mind is not.” When Sam talks about controlling how you react to circumstances and then how you think about what you can do in your life and not stop and not take excuses, he knows exactly what he's talking about and faces challenges that most of us thank goodness we'll never have to face but he's faced them and has gone on to create a zen warrior training program, a keynote speaker and he really gives people insights into the tenacity and grit it takes to deal with whatever life gives you and figure out a way to make it happen. Enjoy the episode.

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Doug- @DJDoug Strickland- @NiceGuyonBiz   We have a warrior on the podcast today…..as you all know I am working my way down the alphabet and got stuck at the word wimp. Sam Morris is a keynote speaker,  inspirational leader and creator of Zen Warrior Training. I am stoked to have Sam on the show. Welcome to the Nice Guys on Business podcast Sam!   Before we get into the meat of this episode Sam, lemme read this “One fateful night in 1999, my sense of wholeness was gone in a split second. Just a moment before, I was having the time of my life. Talk about that night. You spend a mess of time on your blog talking about the Should Police. Help me identify them for a moment.   I love your “other half must die” philosophy, meaning your partner or anyone else for that matter complete you. Can we talk about that for a sec?   Tell the nice guy community why you are what you think you are? Age is just a number, your welfare is what you make of it and stop giving a fuck what other people think. Is that your attitude or is that that attitude of everyone that's a winner?   Tell our community ok….tell our funknfans what they can do starting right now to change their life...even before they stop listening to this episode. Mind and body...we all have those two things. What holds most of us back from getting maximum productivity and output from them.   Online courses, webinars and a book coming soon. Sign up for my newsletter at www.zenwarriortraining.com for info. Private Zen Warrior Training phone sessions available now. Contact sam@zenwarriortraining.com to book.      Show notes: Production Assistant - Anna Nygren http://www.annavnygren.com/   Click here to take our very short survery so the Nice Guys can learn better what you like   Please support our sponsor MantraMunchies.com Amazing healthy and delicious snacks, mixes and sauces. Tell them The Nice Guys sent you.   Click through our Amazon.com link before buying anything. As Amazon.com affiliates, we receive a small commission on purchases made after clicking our links. It cost you nothing extra but supports the podcast. Thanks in advance.   Go to Nice Guy Community sign-up and we'll send you the free E-Book "The 5 biggest (relationship) mistakes in business."   Get Doug's Amazon #1 Bestselling book Nice Guys Finish First here.    Want to ask us a question or record a show intro for us? Call 4242-DJDoug and leave us a message.   Subscribe to the Podcast and get more info about the Nice Guys at www.Niceguysonbusiness.com   Don't underestimate the Power of Nice.

By learning how to conquer life's challenges, you develop power, vitality, influence and a greater connection to your authentic self.Zen Warrior Training® is a highly-disciplined personal development program dedicated to helping people to optimize their bodies and minds to achieve self-mastery. The foundation of Zen Warrior Training® is the acknowledgment that challenges are man's greatest ally in disguise, and that by learning how to conquer them, we develop power, vitality, influence and a greater connection to our authentic selves. Each individual's potential is limited primarily by his or her own belief systems, attitude and cultural imprinting. When these self-limiting beliefs are exposed by a compassionate and enlightened guide, we can live our lives more fully and more empowered in each moment. The Zen Warrior Training® ethos is that true success is the result of a disciplined mind, a balanced personal life, healthy relationships and fulfilling work.Sam Morris, founder of Zen Warrior Training®, joins hosts Andrea and Lisa to share more about the philosophy, as well as certain techniques you can use to get started with the training.

Sam Morris is the founder of Zen Warrior Training,  a coaching system which helps people to conquer life’s challenges through a state of inner peace and focused awareness.

Today’s guest is Sam Morris. Sam is the founder of Zen Warrior Training®. In 1999, just after leading a bicycling trip for nine teenagers across the United States, Sam was in a car accident caused by a drunk driver which left him paralyzed from the waist down. Rather than becoming the victim of his circumstances, Sam learned and created a system of mental and physical training that brought him more vitality and clarity than he had before his injury. In addition to coaching private clients and businesses in Zen Warrior Training®, Sam hosts biweekly classes in Santa Monica, CA, a monthly men's group called "Zen for Men," Zen Warrior Training youth programs, and workshops throughout the country. Sam resides in Los Angeles with his wife Meghan, founder of Amba Yoga™, and their two dogs. He is committed to serving humanity through helping individuals strengthen their awareness of their personal power. You can find out more about Sam at www.ZenWarriorTraining.com. Also, be sure to sign up for your Podcasting Mentorship Discovery Call today; and to learn more about Sponsorship Opportunities, send an email to Admin@MichaelNeeley.com.  Thanks! Can’t get enough of your host? Listen to Michael being interviewed on Profit Pathway and Dear Friends & Family this week! Get to know two very different aspects of the same guy. And don’t forget to subscribe to Consciously Speaking so that you don’t miss a single episode. While you’re at it, won’t you take a moment to write a short review and rate our show? It would be greatly appreciated! To learn more about our previous guests, listen to past episodes, and get to know your host, go to www.MichaelNeeley.com and follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

Sam Morris is the founder of Zen Warrior Training. In 1999, just after leading a bicycling trip for nine teenagers across the United States, Sam was in a car accident caused by a drunk driver which left him paralyzed from the waist down. Rather than becoming the victim of his circumstances, Sam learned and created […]