Soul Boom Yung Pueblo and the Revolution Within
Oct 16, 2025
Yung Pueblo (Diego Perez) is a writer and meditation practitioner known for his insightful approach to self-love and inner peace. In this conversation, he discusses the power of meditation in overcoming mental health challenges and the importance of embracing impermanence. He shares experiences from silent retreats and emphasizes that personal healing can lead to societal change. Diego also explores the themes of his new book, How to Love Better, urging listeners to cultivate kindness and compassion as essential tools for creating a brighter future.
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Name As A Reminder To Grow
- Diego chose the name Young Pueblo to remind himself that both he and humanity are immature and need to grow.
- He writes practically to avoid words that shut people down and to focus on human growth into peace.
45-Day Silent Retreats Shift Perception
- Diego shared his long silent meditation retreats, including 45-day non-speaking retreats that deeply changed his perception of impermanence.
- He described the mind becoming ultra-focused and sensing reality as rapid arising and passing.
Treat Meditation Like Training
- Start by finding a meditation practice that fits your intuition and stick with it consistently like gym training.
- Treat meditation as mental gym work to build awareness and non-reaction muscles over time.
