{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/66d2140a-cd91-584c-ae39-d08918c12a56/65036f7a4e79c0001181c944?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Gelong Thubten : The power of choice","description":"<p>Topics covered : Mindful awareness, meditation, reframing distractions,<strong> </strong>depression, anxiety, long covid, recovery, technology, smart phones, overcoming suffering, spiritual growth, personal development, reflection, wisdom.<strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p> In this episode I speak to Buddhist monk, the wonderful Gelong Thubten.</p><p> Gelong is a title meaning monk and Thubten is hugely respected for his work in the area of spiritual growth and personal development.</p><p> His first book ‘<em>A Monks Guide to Happiness’&nbsp;</em> was a global bestseller and his latest book has just been released ‘<em>Handbook for Hard Times: A monk's guide to fearless living.’</em></p><p><strong><em> </em></strong></p><p><strong><em> </em></strong>In this conversation we learn about his path to becoming a monk, he speaks about the importance of relishing micro moments in our day, reframing distractions when meditating and he also guides us through a wonderful mindful practice towards the end of the chat too.</p><p> </p><p> If you’re a fan of my pod, please follow, rate and review in all the usual places. </p><p> And thanks, as always, for your support of Ready to be Real.</p>","author_name":"Síle Seoige"}