Former Monk Reveals the Hidden Secret to True Happiness | Pedram Shojai - Truth Hurts EP 72
In today’s episode, Pedram, a former traditional monk, shares his journey from regular life to monkhood and back. He reflects on how difficult it was to adapt back to everyday life in Los Angeles after his monastic experience, where he learned that not everyone has time for a preachy spiritual approach. Pedram explains how he shifted his methods to meet people where they are, while keeping his own spiritual practices balanced with family life and responsibilities. If you're feeling lost in life or searching for balance, you won’t want to miss this episode. In this episode: - The challenges of transitioning from monastic life back to urban reality and balancing spirituality with real-life responsibilities. - The importance of finding practical ways for self-care, such as meditation and exercise, that fit into everyday schedules. - Using awareness to address problems head-on rather than escaping them, whether it’s through unhealthy habits or distractions. - Emphasizing balance in family life, offering tips on supporting your partner and children while maintaining personal wellness practices. 🚨↘️ Pedram's Links ↙️🚨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drpedramshojai YouTube: @urbanmonkproductionshttps://theurbanmonk.com/ Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 11:02 Brian drove off a 1000 ft Cliff!? 13:52 Healthcare in America makes money off your sickness 24:13 Stop chewing GUM ASAP... 28:12 The TRADEOFFS of going green 32:15 Can self-medicating heal your trauma? 36:44 Returning to reality after monkhood 40:45 The SECRET to a HAPPY marriage 43:37 All adults should do this homework assignment 45:36 Health influencers are LYING to YOU! 48:23 Monk practices that will make your life better If you found this video inspiring, please like, comment, and subscribe for more amazing stories and insights from successful entrepreneurs! FOLLOW US!! Brian Goldstein: https://www.instagram.com/briangoldphd/Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.