Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee BITESIZE | A Monk’s Guide To Happiness & How To Thrive in Hard Times | Gelong Thubten #459
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Jun 6, 2024 Gelong Thubten, a Buddhist monk and meditation teacher, shares insights from his book 'A Handbook for Hard Times.' He discusses how distractions like scrolling and overeating prevent us from confronting emotional discomfort, urging listeners to embrace these feelings for personal growth. Thubten reveals the irony of seeking pleasure while avoiding discomfort, emphasizing the need for introspection. He highlights the transformative power of daily meditation, encouraging just 10 minutes a day to foster resilience and true happiness.
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Distraction as Root Cause
- Many low-grade addictions like social media, pornography, and online shopping stem from distraction.
- We use these distractions to avoid facing our feelings and discomfort.
Gelong Thubten's Burnout
- Gelong Thubten discusses his experience with burnout in his 20s due to constant distraction and partying.
- He used distractions to suppress underlying depression and anxiety.
Meditate on Sensations
- Focus on bodily sensations rather than thoughts during difficult times.
- Use the discomfort as a meditation focus, transforming misery into peace.
