Think Like a Monk: The secret of how to harness the power of positivity and be happy now

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For me the breathing exercises and the focus on daily gratitude are definitely the elements that have made an impact on my daily life. We tend to wear our ability to get by on little sleep as some sort of badge of honor that validates our work ethic. But what it is a profound failure of self-respect and of priorities." Jay R.Shetty grāmata “ Domā Kā Mūks” uz mana rakstāmgalda neatvērta nostāvēja vairāk kā gadu … pēdējā brīdī ar “labi, šo ar!” ieliku to sava radošā atvaļinājuma ceļa somā. At the end of every chapter, there are tips or exercises to work on. That's the only helpful stuff.

Location has energy; time has memory.If you do something at the same time every day, it becomes easier and natural.If you do something in the same space every day, it becomes easier and natural. (c)Tīri sakarīga pašizaugsmes grāmata, kurā apkopotas sen, sen zināmas patiesības no dažādiem laikiem, dažādiem autoriem, kultūrām, tikai autors pievienojis tam visam savu mūka kontekstu, ierādot kā mums visiem ikdienā noderētu mūku mierīgā, nesavtīgā un pozitīvā domāšana. Nobody sits us down and teaches us how to love. So we’re often thrown into relationships with nothing but romance movies and pop culture to help us muddle through. Until now.

A] refreshing look at love as a daily practice…Shetty combines spiritual wisdom and down-to-earth guidance in a surprisingly seamless way, making for lessons that have real staying power. Those looking to start or strengthen relationships will find this well worth a look." — Publisher's Weekly Many thanks to NetGalley, Simon & Schuster, and Jay Shetty for an ARC of this book! Now available as of 9.8.20!*

The book is written in a language that can be easily understood by a beginner level reader. The content, however, is detailed and in-depth and may take beginners some time to get through. Similarly, we are told not to judge ourselves when things go wrong. This is because ‘the world isn’t with you or against you. You create your own reality in every moment’ (4251). Neither of those claims are quite right. Sometimes we need to judge ourselves, if we are responsible for something going wrong. It’s a serious problem when people don’t take responsibility. What we need to avoid is bad-judgement of ourselves, especially when its overly negative. I’ve read many books in this genre and was very excited about this book when I learned about the author and his transformative journey. I thought that the story would be focused on his life, his journey, and his transformation. Instead, it turns out to be a pretty technical book at times, which involves subjects that were discussed in many other books. The part that pertains to the author is the most interesting part.

I hope so. Otherwise, he's wandered farther from his ashram and the precepts of his book than I'd like to think. But, I'll trust him, because I'm cutting my critical stuff down, you see. This is a life-changing book whose time is now. In our fast-paced, digitized world, every calibration we make matters. Jay’s compelling story offers a unique perspective on life that helped me clarify and redefine my own personal pathway to happiness and success. This is definitely one of the most beneficial books I have ever read. Oscar-winning producer and New York Times bestselling author Viral Storyteller and #1 Podcast host Jay Shetty simplifies the timeless wisdom he learned as a monk into practical, actionable steps to train your mind for peace and purpose everyday. In the Hitopadeśa, an ancient Indian text by Nārāyana, the mind is compared to a drunken monkey that’s been bitten by a scorpion and haunted by a ghost. (c) It probably is, in our digital age! How to Live With More Intention, According to Former Monk Jay Shetty". GQ. 9 October 2020 . Retrieved 11 October 2020.Jay has made a fascinating journey, from classroom to ashram to finance and now entrepreneurship. I love how he’s brought his experience, teachings and love for conscious, purposeful living to millions of people around the world. This book is a clear and powerful guide to achieving a balanced life. This book is more about understanding our genuine power. how to overcome negative thoughts and habits, and access the calm and purpose that lies within all of us.