Jay Shetty

Think Like a Monk

1. IDEA 1

   A student chose monk life

   Shetty describes leaving a business career path to live as a monk in India for three years. He shares lessons from that experience to help readers find peace and purpose in everyday life.

2. IDEA 2

   Let go of others' opinions

   Shetty argues that we often live according to others' expectations. Letting go of external opinions helps us discover our true values. Shetty suggests that real values are easier to see once we stop trying to please everyone.

3. IDEA 3

   Negativity drains energy

   Shetty describes how negativity, gossip and complaining affect us. He suggests spotting and reducing negative influences. Shetty suggests that the people and talk around us influence our mood more than we usually notice.

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