In 'Everyday Dharma', Suneel Gupta offers a life-changing approach to aligning your inner essence with your work and life. He argues that society has overlooked the importance of integrating work and well-being, leading to burnout and dissatisfaction. The book provides a three-step approach to discovering and living your 'sacred calling', using self-assessments and ancient practices supported by science.
In 'A Clockwork Orange', Anthony Burgess depicts a dystopian future where teenage gangs roam the streets, committing acts of violence and mayhem. The protagonist, Alex, narrates his experiences as the leader of such a gang and his subsequent capture and submission to the Ludovico Technique, a controversial behavioral conditioning treatment aimed at eradicating his violent tendencies. The novel delves into profound questions about the nature of good and evil, the limits of individual freedom, and the role of government in shaping human behavior. Through Alex's journey, Burgess examines the complexities of human nature and the delicate balance between freedom and constraint[1][3][5].
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In 'Backable,' Suneel Gupta argues that the key to success lies in the ability to persuade others to believe in you. The book outlines a 7-step plan and includes 26 practical pointers for becoming 'backable.' Gupta draws lessons from hundreds of the world’s biggest thinkers, including producers of Oscar-winning films, members of Congress, military leaders, culinary stars, venture capitalists, and executives from iconic companies like Lego, Method, and Pixar. The book emphasizes the importance of conviction, storytelling, and practice in making your ideas compelling to others.
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#132: Bestselling author Suneel Gupta joins Chris to share simple and effective daily habits you can use to find success and joy in everything you do, without sacrificing your professional ambition. He sheds light on the ancient wisdom of Dharma, reimagining some of it’s practices for modern times, and offers practical tools and techniques to put these practices into action.
Suneel Gupta (@suneelgupta) is a tech entrepreneur, visiting scholar at Harvard Medical School, and bestselling author, who has been featured in the NYT, CNBC and TED. He has made significant contributions to society, having founded RISE - a breakthrough wellness company, run for Congress, and co-founded the Gross National Happiness Center in the United States.
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Full Show Notes
(02:14) The Relevance of Dharma in Today’s World
(05:58) Uncovering Your Essence with Sukha
(09:17) The Four Chisels
(10:02) The Bright Spots Chisel
(15:08) The Dharma Deck Chisel
(25:37) The Magazine Out Walk
(27:37) Prana: Energy over Time
(30:25) The 55:5 Model for Rhythmic Renewals
(37:45) The Worry Break
(43:54) Leela for Blurring the Lines between Work and Play
(46:36) How to Build High Quality Habits
(50:11) How Leela Fits into a Traditional Workplace
(52:29) Kriya: Putting Purpose into Action
(53:30) The Two-Way Door
(57:36) To-Learn Instead of To-Do
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