On Purpose with Jay Shetty

Gwyneth Paltrow Interviews Jay Shetty ON: Daily Actions to Build Life-Changing Habits & Training Your Mind to Break Old Patterns

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Jan 3, 2022
Gwyneth Paltrow chats with Jay Shetty, a former monk turned life coach, about transforming daily habits to foster happiness. They delve into the importance of mindfulness, encouraging mini experiments to enhance life choices without overwhelm. Jay emphasizes finding stillness amidst discomfort and committing to a consistent meditation practice. The duo discusses the power of dreams linked to service and how to appreciate every step of your journey, making this conversation a treasure trove of practical wisdom for personal growth.
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ANECDOTE

Unconventional Career Path

  • Jay Shetty's parents gave him three career options: doctor, lawyer, or failure.
  • He chose the "third option" and became a monk after a life-changing encounter.
ADVICE

Mini-Experiments

  • Try "mini-experiments" to test lifestyle changes before fully committing.
  • Shetty experimented with monk-like practices before committing to monkhood.
INSIGHT

The Paradox of Choice

  • Unlimited choices can lead to poorer decisions and decision fatigue.
  • Restricting choices can improve decision-making.
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