10% Happier with Dan Harris Buddhist Practices for Busyness, Overwhelm, and Burnout | Brother Chân Pháp Hữu
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Jul 2, 2025 
Brother Chân Pháp Hữu, a Zen monk trained by the renowned Thích Nhất Hạnh, shares personal insights on burnout, emphasizing that even monastics can feel overwhelmed. He discusses how modern busyness is often a response to emotions we want to avoid. Practical tools for combating burnout are shared, including mindfulness, the art of doing nothing, and creating healthy boundaries. Reflecting on mortality is presented as a unique way to gain perspective, while acceptance and self-kindness become crucial in dealing with stress and fostering personal growth.
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Busyness Can Be Avoidance
- Busyness often stems from running away from present suffering rather than external pressures alone.
- True peace arises from embracing the present moment, even with suffering present.
Monk's Journey Through Burnout
- Brother Fapu experienced burnout despite his monastic life and initially resisted accepting it.
- Opening up to his community and embracing his vulnerability became key steps toward healing.
Steps To Manage Burnout
- First, acknowledge your busyness and stress with kindness toward yourself.
- Then identify what brings you joy and give yourself time to rest in nature or with supportive companions.
