💬 “ When you slow down and actually appreciate what we already have, that is the path to true happiness.” ~Haemin Sunim
⚡️ Haemin Sunim is a Zen Buddhist Monk and author of three books - all of which focus on mindfulness, self compassion and finding peace in a busy world.
⚡ In this episode Haemin and I explore the teachings of Zen Buddhism, and learn how they can be integrated into our daily lives.
🎧 Stay tuned to find out:
➡ How to slow down and stop living in a constant state of busyness
➡︎ How to jump off the hedonic treadmill and stop clinging to cravings and desires
➡︎ Why people with a greater sense of purpose live longer
➡︎ Why spirituality and science are more closely linked than you realise
➡︎ How to deepen your happiness today, even if you only have 5 seconds to spare
📕 Chapters
(0:32) The teachings of Zen Buddhism
(3:45) Reincarnation and previous lives
(5:05) Why we all feel lost right now
(10:51) Random acts of kindness
(12:44) Why we all need to slow down
(17:22) Getting off the hedonic treadmill
(19:23) Starting a mindfulness/meditation practice
(21:47) The impact of stress on physical health
(24:52) Quick ways to practice mindfulness
(31:29) The “I don’t know” mindset
(36:17) When things don’t go your way
(42:33) How to be more lucky
(45:12) Are spirituality and science at odds?
(47:38) How to stop clinging to desires
(50:48) Teaching our children self-acceptance
📱 Connect with me:
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📱 Connect with Haemin:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haemin_sunim/
Website: https://www.haeminsunim.com/
📚 Haemin’s books:
The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down
When Things Don’t Go Your Way
Love for Imperfect Things
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