S3, E15: How to Make 2025 Your Best Year (with advice from an EX-MONK)

Discover the powerful lessons from someone who almost became a Buddhist monk! Imagine leaving everything behind—your loved ones, your comforts, even social media—to pursue a life of deep introspection. In this inspiring interview, I sit down with my student Israel, who trained in a monastery and came away with life-changing wisdom. Together, we explore 11 profound lessons about spirituality, mindfulness, and living with purpose. From embracing discomfort to cultivating meaningful relationships, these insights will inspire you to rethink how you live your life. 💡 Key Topics Covered: The importance of silence in a noisy world Why you don’t need to travel to find peace How to create and nurture deeper connections Embracing discomfort as a path to growth Learning to live fully in the present moment 💡 Connect with Israel: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/israelaramburu.talentointerior Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/israel_aramburu_g/ Looking for support with your emotional well-being or personal development tips? Follow him for bilingual content and transformative therapy services! -- ⬇️ Resources for language learners 💙 Learn English with me! https://emlanguages.com/ At Emlanguages Academy, we help students improve their communication to unlock the career and life opportunities they dream of. ✨ Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emlanguages/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@emlanguages

📩 Collaborations: emma@emlanguages.com -- Optimized TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 00:55 Why Israel trained at a Canadian monastery 07:08 You don’t need to become a monk to embrace spirituality 08:43 Why you don’t need to travel to find peace 13:23 Growth comes from embracing discomfort 14:34 Enlightenment vs. living in the real world 18:52 The power of cultivating meaningful relationships 20:02 Why silence is essential for self-discovery 22:30 Practical steps to quiet your mind 23:19 How to create moments of silence daily 30:14 Keep going, even if you haven’t found your path 31:15 Living fully in the present moment