The popular social media personality Jay Shetty, who hosts the number one podcast On Purpose, condenses the timeless lessons he learnt as a monk into doable daily actions that anybody can follow to lead a less stressed, more fulfilling life.
When you think like a monk, you’ll understand:
- How to overcome negativity
- How to stop overthinking
- Why comparison kills love
- How to use your fear
- Why you can’t find happiness by looking for it
- How to learn from everyone you meet
- Why you are not your thoughts
- How to discover your calling - The importance of compassion in achieving success - And much more...
Growing up, Shetty was exposed to three career options: becoming a doctor, a lawyer, or an unsuccessful person. His family was convinced he had chosen option three: instead of attending his college graduation ceremony, he headed to India to become a monk, to meditate every day for four to eight hours, and devote his life to helping others. After three years, he was advised by one of his professors that if he left the monastic path to share his knowledge and experience with others, he would have a greater influence on the world. He returned back home with his parents in north London, heavily in debt and without any skills that would have been of use on his resume.
Shetty reconnected with old school friends—many working for some of the world’s largest corporations—who were experiencing tremendous stress, pressure, and unhappiness, and they invited Shetty to coach them on well-being, purpose, and mindfulness. Ever then, Shetty has emerged as one of the most well-liked influencers globally. He was included as one of Forbes magazine's 30-under-30 in 2017 for changing the media landscape. In 2018, he had the #1 video on Facebook with over 360 million views. His social media following totals over 38 million, he has produced over 400 viral videos which have amassed more than 8 billion views, and his podcast, On Purpose, is consistently ranked the world’s #1 Health and Wellness podcast.
In this inspiring, 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 turns theoretical teachings into exercises and guidance that we can all use to lower stress, strengthen bonds with others, and share the talents we each possess with the world. Shetty proves that everyone can—and should—think like a monk.