An Ex-Monk On How To Pursue A Meaningful Life | Raghunath Cappo x Rich Roll
Rich Roll
29 abr 2024
Mindsip insights from this episode:
Utilize plant-based protein and creatine for post-workout recovery
For post-workout recovery, you can use a smoothie with a scoop and a half of Momentous 100% plant-based protein and one scoop (5 grams) of Momentous creatine.
Differentiate between good actions and great spiritual callings
In life, you must distinguish between doing a 'good' thing, like being a responsible professional, and a 'great' thing, which is finding and following your spiritual calling.
Establish a powerful Bhakti morning ritual for transformation
A powerful morning ritual can consist of praying to teachers, 32 minutes of Japa (chanting on beads), 12 minutes of pranayama, 15 handstands, and a cold shower.
Avoid material fulfillment to foster spiritual growth
Having all your material desires met can be a trap that makes you think the material world is the ultimate reality, thereby stunting your spiritual growth.
Chant sacred sounds to uncover your pure soul
Chanting sacred sounds has a 'scrubbing bubbles' effect on the consciousness, not to recreate you, but to uncover the pure soul that is covered by lifetimes of bad choices.
Serve a higher purpose, avoid manipulation in actions
When performing any action, from playing music on stage to raising children, constantly check if your intention is to serve a higher purpose or to manipulate the universe into worshipping you.
Transform adversity into spiritual growth through acceptance
Reversals in life, such as a cancer diagnosis, can be viewed not as bad karma but as a force accelerating your spiritual practice by helping you let go of attachments.
Validate ancient yogic practices with modern science
Modern science is now validating ancient yogic practices like cold baths and intermittent fasting, which were originally used to understand that you are not your physical sensations.
Create space before responding to enhance conscious choices
The goal of spiritual practice is to create a space between a stimulus and your response, allowing you to consciously choose a better pattern instead of reacting automatically.
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