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Amaranatho is an accredited coaching supervisor and senior practitioner of the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC) who brings a unique blend of business and spirituality to his clients. With a background in technical support management and a degree in AI, he has a wealth of experience in diverse industries, from education and IT tech companies to the health industry.

As a leadership consultant and mindfulness-based executive, Amaranatho utilises his PlayfulMonk method to help executives, agile leaders, and teams stay calm and connected during complex situations. Drawing on his experiences as a former Buddhist monk and world explorer, he brings a deep understanding of solitude and uncertainty to his coaching practice, helping his clients realise inner peace and clarity.

Amaranatho has worked with an array of clients, including founders of large startups, HR executives, and cybersecurity teams, helping them improve self-reflection skills, boundary management, ethical awareness, and ability to manage personal and group tensions. His current focus is on collective leadership, helping executive teams work together effectively and harmoniously.

Currently, Amaranatho serves as the part-time Head of Faculty and Leadership for Blend Associates, which supports National Health Service executives, leaders, and teams in navigating complex, chaotic, and stressful environments. With his diverse background and unique approach, Amaranatho is dedicated to helping his clients achieve their full potential and lead with confidence and compassion, all while staying connected to their spirituality.

To find out more about Amaranatho and to get in touch:
- Amaranatho’s LinkedIn: https://nl.linkedin.com/in/amaranatho
- Playful Monk Website: https://www.playfulmonk.net/

Podcast Chapters:
0.00 - Trailer and Intro
2.23 - Traumas in Amaranatho’s Life
8.52 - The Reality of Death
14.28 - How Did You End Up Becoming a Monk?
19.27 - What Was It Like Without Material Possessions?
24.00 - Finding Freedom
27.52 - Transitioning Back to the Material World
31.04 - Finding Balance
36.05 - What Did Begging Teach You?
40.38 - What Do You Coach People?
45.40 -  The Body in Spirituality
52.40 - Outro and Takeaways

(Michael Hanson is the host of the COSMIC Bridge podcast that inspires its listeners to find their higher purpose and connect their material and spiritual life through stories of breathwork teachers, shamans and stroke survivors. He is also the CEO of Growth Genie, an international B2B sales consultancy)