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Monk and scholar Gauranga Darshan Das graces our podcast with his profound insights, guiding us through the rich landscape of Vedic wisdom and its place in the hustle of contemporary life. We embark on a journey to discover how the venerable teachings of the Bhagavad Gita and Srimad Bhagavatam remain undiluted while striking a chord with modern seekers. The conversation dives into the sanctity of the Parampara, the succession of spiritual teachers, examining how their blessings and insights ensure the purity of these ancient texts. Navigating the waters of spirituality, we also scrutinize the thin line between healthy discernment and unhelpful criticism, dissecting the virtues that define a genuine spiritual guide. Gauranga Darshan Das provides a fresh viewpoint on relationships through the lens of monkhood, revealing it as a journey toward universal love rather than renunciation. As we explore the inherent qualities of the Supreme God, we learn how they reflect within ourselves, influencing the way we forge connections with the divine and our fellow beings. Closing the episode, our esteemed guest shares pragmatic wisdom on deepening our divine relationship, particularly through the potent Hare Krishna mantra, making this episode a treasure trove for anyone seeking to nurture their spiritual growth amidst the demands of modern existence. (0:00:01) - Cultivating Relationships and Authenticity in Spirituality (0:10:41) - Discernment, Criticism, and Relationships in Spirituality (0:20:41) - Supreme God's Qualities and Building Relationship Want to connect further?Instagram: www.instagram.com/radhika_dasa/Facebook: www.facebook.com/radhikadasmusicYouTube: www.youtube.com/c/RadhikaDasWebsite: www.radhikadas.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/radhikadasLinktree: linktr.ee/radhika_dasa

This week we are joined by the inspiring Gelong Thubten, a distinguished Buddhist monk, meditation teacher, and author. With a deep-rooted commitment to spreading the teachings of mindfulness and compassion, Gelong Thubten has dedicated his life to helping individuals discover inner peace and lasting happiness.Gelong Thubten is a renowned Buddhist monk known for his profound insights into the realms of meditation and mindfulness. Born in London, he initially pursued a career in acting and the arts before finding his calling in Buddhism. Gelong Thubten spent several years as a monk in the Samye Ling Tibetan Buddhist Monastery in Scotland, where he immersed himself in the study and practice of ancient Buddhist teachings. Today, he shares his wisdom globally, guiding people towards a more mindful and fulfilled existence through workshops, talks, and his bestselling book, "A Monk's Guide to Happiness." His latest book, "Handbook for Hard Times - A Monk's Guide to Fearless Living," explores practical ways to navigate challenges with resilience and courage.Main Topics Covered: Journey to Monkhood: Gelong Thubten discusses his personal journey from a career in the arts to embracing the life of a Buddhist monk, shedding light on the transformative power of spiritual awakening. Mindfulness in Modern Life: The conversation delves into the importance of incorporating mindfulness practices into our hectic modern lifestyles, exploring ways to find balance amidst the chaos. Meditation: Tips for Beginners: Practical tips on how to start and maintain a meditation practice are shared, empowering listeners to embrace the transformative benefits of this ancient practice. Keys to Lasting Happiness: Gelong Thubten shares ancient wisdom on cultivating genuine and enduring happiness, providing practical insights and tools for listeners to apply in their daily lives. The Power of Meditation: The episode explores the profound impact of meditation on mental well-being, with Gelong Thubten offering guidance on how to establish a consistent and rewarding meditation practice. Living with Purpose: The discussion touches upon the concept of living a purposeful life aligned with one's values and the positive impact it can have on personal fulfillment.Tune in for a transformative journey with Gelong Thubten, as we explore the profound teachings of Buddhism, practical tips on meditation, and insights from his latest book on navigating life's challenges with fearless living. Discover the wisdom that has inspired countless individuals on their path to a more mindful and meaningful life.Lots of love,Dave & Steve xDISCOUNT CODES & SPONSORS:VIVOBAREFOOT: Vivobarefoot Footwear have given our listeners an exclusive 15% discountEnter the code HAPPYPEAR15LINK: https://www.vivobarefoot.com/uk/the-happy-pearINSTANT BRANDS: Get 20% off airfryers and instantpots with code: HAPPYPEARLINK: https://bit.ly/48R1D9VTHE HAPPY PEAR RECIPE CLUB - Blending health and happiness through a range of over 500 delicious plant-based recipes. LINK: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H06JvgK0Sign up to our Newsletter, for updates on our latest recipes, events and news. LINK: https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1hKXaawjoQOONmJe4EXkCdwf92pyProduced by Sean Cahill & Sara Fawsitt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Meditation in the 21st Century"

Gelong Thubten is a Buddhist monk, meditation teacher and author from the UK. He became a monk 29 years ago at Samye Ling Tibetan Monastery in Scotland, and has spent over six years in intensive meditation retreats, the longest of which was 4 years long.He is now regarded as one of the UK's most influential meditation teachers, with pioneering work teaching in universities, schools, worldwide companies such as Google, hospitals, prisons and rehab centres. He has lectured at Oxford University and for the United Nations, and he provides courses to medical students, doctors and nurses.He trained Benedict Cumberbatch and Tilda Swinton in meditation on the set of the Marvel movie ‘Dr. Strange' and he collaborated with Ruby Wax and neuroscientist Ash Ranpura on the book ‘How to be Human'. Thubten is the author of the Sunday Times bestseller ‘A Monk's Guide to Happiness: Meditation in the 21st Century', which is now published in 13 countries including the US, and his next book ‘Handbook for Hard Times' will be published in 2023.A Monk's Guide to HappinessIn our never-ending search for happiness we often find ourselves looking to external things for fulfillment, thinking that happiness can be unlocked by buying a bigger house, getting the next promotion, or building a perfect family.In this profound and inspiring book, Gelong Thubten shares a practical and sustainable approach to happiness. Thubten, a Buddhist monk and meditation expert who has worked with everyone from school kids to Silicon Valley entrepreneurs and Benedict Cumberbatch, explains how meditation and mindfulness can create a direct path to happiness.A Monk's Guide to Happiness explores the nature of happiness and helps bust the myth that our lives and minds are too busy for meditation. The book can show you how to:- Learn practical methods to help you choose happiness- Develop greater compassion for yourself and others- Learn to meditate in micro-moments during a busy day- Discover that you are naturally ‘hard-wired' for happinessReading A Monk's Guide to Happiness could revolutionize your relationship with your thoughts and emotions, and help you create a life of true happiness and contentment.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4858435/advertisement

Gelong Thubten is a Buddhist monk, meditation trainer and author. In 1993, at the age of 21, he ordained as a Tibetan Buddhist monk at Samye Ling Monastery in Scotland. He is the author of two books, A Monk's Guide to Happiness and Hanbook for Hardtimes.In this week's episode we discuss practical meditation, training your brain for happiness, the power of breath & moreHis books include 'A Monk's Guide to Happiness' and 'Handbook for Hard Times: A Monk's Guide to Fearless Living'._______________________________If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: unquestionablepod@gmail.comFind us here:Twitter: @unquestionpodInstagram: @unquestionablepodTik Tok: @unquestionablepodFacebook: @unquestionablepodcastYoutube: @unquestionablepod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if the most courageous, compassionate thing you could do in life, was to learn how to be with yourself? It's a powerful, perhaps surprising idea put forward by this week's guest, the Buddhist monk, meditation teacher and author Gelong Thubten. Thubten became a monk back in 1993 after suffering from severe physical and mental burnout whilst following his dream of becoming an actor in New York City. His new book, A Handbook for Hard Times: A Monk's Guide to Fearless Living, draws on what he's learned over the past 30 years. Its premise is that we can embrace life's difficulties as opportunities for personal transformation, using hard times to cultivate resilience, kindness, and happiness. We begin our conversation talking about distraction and addiction, two states that are very closely linked. When we distract ourselves by scrolling, overeating, or drinking for example, says Thubten, we're pushing away emotional pain or discomfort – even if we may not realise it. But the discomfort is really in the pushing. If we can learn instead to sit with what's making us uncomfortable, those emotions start to transform. So, how exactly are we meant to do this? Thubten explains that one way is through the practice of meditation and learning how to process negative emotions in the moment, rather than only understanding them in retrospect. The most common misconception is that meditation needs a clear mind. But thoughts are inevitable, and the goal is not to push them away. If we use meditation to sit with our thoughts, rather than escape them, the transformations really start to happen. We become less controlled by negative emotions and start to cultivate positive ones. Meditation can unlock our innate self-compassion and this, in turn, improves our relationship with ourselves and with others. Thubten insists that you can't fail at meditation, because it really just means ‘being you'. The more we meditate, the less we run away from hard times and fear, and the more we become our true, contented selves. Thubten is an excellent communicator and I hope you enjoy this really special episode.Support the podcast and enjoy Ad-Free episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/feelbetterlivemore. For other podcast platforms go to https://fblm.supercast.com.Thanks to our sponsors:https://www.naturalmat.co.uk/livemorehttps://drinkag1.com/livemorehttps://www.vivobarefoot.com/livemorehttps://www.seed.com/livemoreShow notes https://drchatterjee.com/387DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 My guest today is one of my favourite people on the planet, Gelong Thubten. I never met Thubten before - we met on a Zoom call two and a half years ago during the times of covid where he truly changed my life. He doesn't know that but I'll talk about that in a minute.  At that time I saw in Thubten an amazing soul that went through an amazing journey to help the rest of us souls find a path to happiness and enlightenment. We stayed in touch as much as we could after we recorded that podcast episode. And now finally at my best friend's studio in London, we meet for the first time and we meet for me to realise that he is exactly what I thought he was. Thubten has written a new book that he so kindly shared with me before he shared with the rest of the world it's called Handbook For Hard Times -  such an appropriate title for what we are about to go through if you don't mind me saying. It's a monk's guide to fearless living. I absolutely loved it. The book is out in just a few days on August 31st. I would ask you to please pre-order it. Gelong Thubten is a Buddhist monk, meditation teacher and author. He became a monk 30 years ago and has spent over six years in meditation retreats, including one which lasted for four years.  He is regarded as one of the UK's most influential meditation teachers, working with corporations, schools, hospitals, prisons and rehab centres. He has lectured at the University of Oxford and for large organisations such as Google and The United Nations. He is also a director of several meditation centres as well as the humanitarian aid charity ROKPA International. Thubten is the author of the Sunday Times bestseller ‘A Monk's Guide to Happiness'. His new book ‘Handbook for Hard Times' will be published in August 2023.Listen as we discuss:02:30 - Finding Monk-hood 05:00 - Getting through a hard time 06:30 - Spreading the message 09:00 - What my teacher taught me 12:30 - A humbling retreat 15:00 - Pretentious spirituality 17:00 - The high of meditation 23:00 - The opposite of meditation 25:00 - Hard times, risks, fear and anxiety 30:00 - Growth from adversity - The Four Noble Truths 33:00 - Fearlessness 36:00 - From resistance to acceptance 42:00 - The Great Depression 44:00 - What is the point of retreating? 46:30 - How to cope with suffering 48:30 - Suffering is the teacher Connect with Gelong Thubten on Instagram @gelongthubten and learn more about Thubten's work here. YouTube: @mogawdatofficialInstagram: @mo_gawdatLinkedIn: /in/mogawdatWebsite: mogawdat.comDon't forget to subscribe to Slo Mo for new episodes every Saturday. Only with your help can we reach One Billion Happy #onebillionhappy

I'm always telling my coaching clients: "DO NOT SQUANDER YOUR YOUTHFUL ENERGY"Nobody has more embraced this ideal—as part of my coaching program—than today's guest.Jaekyu Lee, who goes by Jonathan, is a young man I've been working with for a little over a year. Watching someone so dedicated to his own personal growth & development has been inspiring and intrinsically rewarding [for me].His story is nothing short of awe-some. He's that 1st-generation Asian fella down the hall you've never taken the time to ask:"Hey man, what's your story?"Well, I got that opportunity when "J," as I call him, came down from Dallas a few weeks ago.We actually recorded in a professional studio, so it may sound a little better than previous episodes.Here's that story. There was a sex offender I'd gotten to know over the past several months (and liked). In fact, I liked "Jerome" (not his real name) so much that I offered to be the sales rep for his mobile car washing business.I was going to dust off the 'ole blue suit and visit high-rises where I had connections in Houston. I'd see if we could setup on the first floor of the garage. He'd be stationary at 70 years old, and it'd be much more lucrative for him.Jerome was smart, a great storyteller, and reminded me of Morgan Freeman. Not to mention the crime he committed occurred before I was born.So I wanted to help Jerome. Plus, I thought he'd be a great guest on the podcast. Such a great guest, in fact, that I rented a professional studio on the day & time we had agreed to meet.Well, Jerome "went dark" on me a few days before we were scheduled to record. I actually still haven't heard from him. And I didn't want to leave the studio's owner hanging, so I asked J if he'd want to tell his story on my podcast.He said, "Absolutely!"Although he was in town visiting friends—I challenged him to a game of pickleball at Lifetime Fitness—loser buys the winner their book of choice (we're both avid readers).After J got smoked, getting A Monk's Guide to Happiness by Gelong Thubten in the mail was like Christmas morning. You see I didn't tell him what book I wanted—I just sent him a screenshot of the Notes app from my iPhone. I've kept a running tab for years of books I plan to get to someday. So I didn't know what would show up in the mail. But this book is a gamer. Highly recommend! Thanks, J!Jonathan's not your average Asian dude down the hall. His upbringing took him all over the world, spending the first half of his life in three countries.He was born in Busan, South Korea. His dad, who worked for LG, was transferred to Jakarta, Indonesia, then Monterrey, Mexico, before they finally arrived in the States (El Paso, TX). Jonathan earned his Doctorate of Pharmacy in 2018 from the University of Houston, then completed a 2-year post-graduate residency for the US government.Today, J works for the government as a pharmacy manager, and holds down another full-time job as a Realtor at Rendon Realty, LLC(I've been there—it's no joke).J says his passion for reading & financial independence will continue to provide all the fuel he needs to accomplish his goals. He's up at 4am every morning so he can get to the gym.What's his primary goal? To become a multi-millionaire and retire by age 40 (he's 29 now).He'll do it.Jonathan's a strong advocate of self-development and passionate about helping other men awaken their true potential.Hope you enjoy listening as much as we did recording!

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Gelong Thubten is a Buddhist monk, meditation teacher and author from the UK. He became a monk 29 years ago at Samye Ling Tibetan Monastery in Scotland, and has spent over six years in intensive meditation retreats, the longest of which was 4 years long.He is now regarded as one of the UK's most influential meditation teachers, with pioneering work teaching in universities, schools, worldwide companies such as Google, hospitals, prisons and rehab centres. He has lectured at Oxford University and for the United Nations, and he provides courses to medical students, doctors and nurses.He trained Benedict Cumberbatch and Tilda Swinton in meditation on the set of the Marvel movie ‘Dr. Strange' and he collaborated with Ruby Wax and neuroscientist Ash Ranpura on the book ‘How to be Human'. Thubten is the author of the Sunday Times bestseller ‘A Monk's Guide to Happiness: Meditation in the 21st Century', which is now published in 13 countries including the US, and his next book ‘Handbook for Hard Times' will be published in 2023.A Monk's Guide to HappinessIn our never-ending search for happiness we often find ourselves looking to external things for fulfillment, thinking that happiness can be unlocked by buying a bigger house, getting the next promotion, or building a perfect family.In this profound and inspiring book, Gelong Thubten shares a practical and sustainable approach to happiness. Thubten, a Buddhist monk and meditation expert who has worked with everyone from school kids to Silicon Valley entrepreneurs and Benedict Cumberbatch, explains how meditation and mindfulness can create a direct path to happiness.A Monk's Guide to Happiness explores the nature of happiness and helps bust the myth that our lives and minds are too busy for meditation. The book can show you how to:- Learn practical methods to help you choose happiness- Develop greater compassion for yourself and others- Learn to meditate in micro-moments during a busy day- Discover that you are naturally ‘hard-wired' for happinessReading A Monk's Guide to Happiness could revolutionize your relationship with your thoughts and emotions, and help you create a life of true happiness and contentment.

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Kindness and compassion are trainable skills of the mind, and when we dedicate ourselves to cultivating those qualities, the difficult relationships in our lives are radically transformed. Those relationships are reframed as profound opportunities to practice letting go and forgiveness. . Forgiveness does make one a victim.  Instead,  it is about releasing ourselves from hurt and anger and learning to transform our relationships through freeing our minds. In this episode, Gelong Thubten will talk about how to establish a regular meditation practice, how that helps us to develop greater compassion for ourselves and others, and how to learn to forgive.  . Additionally, we will learn how to apply three practical tips in forgiveness. Get ready to acknowledge the hurt,  develop gratitude, and deeply understand others.      Gelong Thubten is a Buddhist monk, meditation teacher, and author from the UK. ‘Gelong' is a title that means ‘senior monk'. Thubten was educated at Oxford University and then became an actor in London and New York. At the age of 21, tremendous amounts of stress led him to join a monastery. He was ordained as a Tibetan Buddhist monk in 1993 at Kagyu Samye Ling Tibetan Buddhist Monastery. He has trained under some of the world's most accomplished teachers of meditation and has spent six years in intensive meditation retreats, the longest of which was 4 years. Thubten is Director of Kagyu Samye Dzong Scarborough, Yorkshire. He is a Trustee of ROKPA International, an international humanitarian aid organization with medical, education, and cultural projects in some of the world's poorest regions. He is also a Director of Samye Foundation Wales, a mindfulness and wellbeing charity. Thubten collaborated with Ruby Wax and Ash Ranpura on the best-selling book “How to be Human”. His own book, “A Monk's Guide to Happiness” was published in June 2019 by Hodder & Stoughton.     Listen out for: - Why is forgiveness important. - 2 main techniques for forgiveness. - The real definition of meditation. - 3 phases of breathing. - Guided meditation for compassion.   Bonus:                                                                          - Learn the EASIEST way to meditation with Emily Fletcher in this FREE Mindvalley Masterclass

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This week I thought, with the New Year, it would be great to re-release a fantastic chat I had with Gelong Thubten, who is a meditation teacher and author of the fantastic book, ‘A Monk's Guide to Happiness'. Thubten was led to completely change his life after suffering from burnout in his early 20s. This led him to a Buddhist monastery in Scotland where he studied and was ordained as a monk. Since then, Thubten has been sharing his wisdom worldwide and is a pioneer in mindfulness meditation. Thubten has over 20 years worth of experience working with schools, universities and businesses, such as Google. He's lectured at institutions like Oxford and the UN and, he worked as a consultant on the Marvel Movie, ‘Dr. Strange'. In our conversation, we unpacked what happiness really is and we talked about how can we find freedom from our 'crazy minds'. We also talked about meditation, of course, and Thubten did a great job re-framing some of the resistance that we often feel towards meditation. Thubten also gives guidance around how the practice can support our children and the way we show up as parents. I really loved our conversation, and hope you enjoy it too. DISCOUNT FOR THE MOTHERKIND COMMUNITY As you may already know, I'm very excited about our sponsor, Zendium toothpaste. Zendium is the number 1 trusted toothpaste brand by dentists in Scandinavia. Zendium's kids toothpaste contains natural enzymes already present in the mouth. So every time they brush, it boosts their mouth's natural defences, giving them extra power to fight the causes of dental problems. Zendium Kids and Junior toothpastes have mild flavours that are perfect for kids' delicate mouths and are free from SLS a foaming agent that can irritate children's gums. All you need to do is head to Zendium.co.uk and enter the code MOTHERKIND at checkout for 20% off their kids and adult range. Big gratitude to Zendium for supporting me and the podcast!

Today's guest is Gelong Thubten, a Buddhist monk and meditation teacher who is passionate about demystifying meditation and teaching us non-monks how we can use it to thrive in our generally pretty hectic, modern lives. Thubten has worked with everyone from Silicon Valley entrepreneurs and Hollywood stars to corporate high flyers and high school kids, and in his first book, A Monk's Guide to Happiness: Meditation in the 21st Century, he presents a practical and sustainable approach to happiness, and shows us how meditation and mindfulness can help get us there. In this episode: *How physical and mental burn out in his early 20s led Thubten first to meditation and then life as a fully-fledged 'forever' monk *How happiness is a mental skill (and an inside job) *How a monk stays grounded *Why being spiritual doesn't have to mean being super serious *How to turn the Covid experience into an internal/personal retreat *How loneliness can be transformed through meditation *Why too much news changes our body chemistry *The power of compassion and service *How Thubten is bringing mindfulness to the real world, including schools, hospitals and prisons *Why practising meditation is the path to happiness and positivity and how everybody - even you! - can meditate *Why meditation is better than coffee ------ SHOW NOTES // RECOMMENDED READING A Monk's Guide to Happiness: Meditation in the 21st Century by Gelong Thubten (out now in paperback) How to be Human: A Manual by Ruby Wax, Ash Ranpura and Gelong Thubten The Art of Happiness by The Dalai Lama A Mindfulness Guide for the Frazzled by Ruby Wax www.gelongthubten.com

Jen Johannsen, a certified meditation teacher and licensed school psychologist, talks about how to reduce stress through non-weird meditation and mindfulness. She developed the Meditation Matchmaker Framework which enables her to pair people to the best meditation approach based on their preferences. Her secular approach takes the “woo-woo” out of meditation and makes it simple so that anyone can practice mindfulness. School of Calm – her online meditation course as mentioned in the episode Connect with Jen Website: The School of Calm Facebook and Instagram Meditation video mentioned in the episode: A Monk's Guide to Happiness - Gelong Thubten https://youtu.be/c1gY7RWE48U Hang out with like-minded dental professionals on Facebook or Instagram @yogafordentists Check out the Yoga for Dentists YouTube Channel. How to Enjoy Life in Dentistry without Sacrificing Your Body and Mind: click here: https://www.crownofwellness.com/webinarregistration Get Monthly Wellness Tips Curated for Dentists by clicking here: https://www.crownofwellness.com/opt-in ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, please take a moment to give Yoga for Dentists a 5-star rating or leave a review! Thank you so much! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week I'm speaking with Gelong Thubten, who is a meditation teacher and author of the fantastic book, ‘A Monk's Guide to Happiness'. Thubten was led to completely change his life after suffering from burnout in his early 20s. This led him to a Buddhist monastery in Scotland where he studied, and was ordained as a monk. Since then, Thubten has been sharing his wisdom worldwide and is a pioneer in mindfulness meditation. Thubten has over 20 years worth of experience working with schools, universities and businesses, such as Google. He's lectured at institutions like Oxford and the UN and, he worked as a consultant on the Marvel Movie, ‘Dr. Strange'. In our conversation, we unpacked what happiness really is and we talked about how can we find freedom from our 'crazy minds'. We also talked about meditation, of course, and Thubten did a great job re-framing some of the resistance that we often feel towards meditation. Thubten also gives guidance around how the practice can support our children and the way we show up as parents. I really loved our conversation, and hope you enjoy it too. For the full show notes, please head over to motherkind.co.

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