Monk-Inspired Mindset: Daily Peace and Purpose

Jay Shetty, a social media superstar and host of the number one podcast "On Purpose," distills the timeless wisdom he learned as a monk into practical steps anyone can take daily to live a less anxious and more meaningful life. When you think like a monk, you'll understand how to overcome negativity, stop overthinking, and why comparison kills love. You'll also learn how to use your fear, why you can't find happiness by looking for it, and how to learn from everyone you meet. Additionally, you'll discover that you are not your thoughts and how to find your purpose. Shetty emphasizes that kindness is crucial to success and much more.

Shetty grew up in a family where you could become one of three things - a doctor, a lawyer, or a failure. His family was convinced he had chosen option three: Instead of attending his college graduation ceremony, he headed to India to become a monk, meditating every day for four to eight hours and devoting his life to helping others. After three years, one of his teachers told him that he would have more impact on the world if he left the monk's path to share his experience and wisdom with others.

Heavily in debt and with no recognizable skills on his résumé, Shetty moved back home in North London with his parents. He reconnected with old school friends, many of whom were working for some of the world's largest corporations and experiencing tremendous stress, pressure, and unhappiness. They invited Shetty to coach them on well-being, purpose, and mindfulness.

Since then, Shetty has become one of the world's most popular influencers. In 2017, he was named in the Forbes magazine 30-under-30 for being a game-changer in the world of media. In 2018, he had the number one video on Facebook with more than 360 million views. His social media following totals more than 38 million, he has produced more than 400 viral videos that have amassed over eight billion views, and his podcast, "On Purpose," is consistently ranked the world's number one health and wellness podcast.

In his inspiring and empowering book, Shetty draws on his time as a monk to show us how we can clear the roadblocks to our potential and power. Combining ancient wisdom and his own rich experiences in the ashram, "Think Like a Monk" reveals how to overcome negative thoughts and habits and access the calm and purpose that lie within all of us. He transforms abstract lessons into advice and exercises we can all apply to reduce stress, improve relationships, and give the gifts we find in ourselves to the world. Shetty proves that everyone can, and should, think like a monk.

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