A Monk's View of Money, Power & Freewill - Ep108

Overview: In this episode, Ryan delves into the transformative perspective monks have on some of life’s most profound topics: money, power, & free will. Drawing from his encounters with extraordinary monks, Ryan offers a glimpse into the practices & principles that define a monk’s life. Explore how attachment influences our choices, why letting go is essential for true freedom and how discipline creates lasting inner peace. You will learn:Insights into the practices & values that define the life of a monk.The story of an extraordinary monk who uncovered truths about life & spirituality.How attachments influence our thoughts, emotions & decisions.Does discipline & simplicity enable monks to achieve inner peace & true freedom?How monks perceive free will & their deeper understanding of life’s purposeWhy letting go can lead to liberation and true fulfilment. Shownotes: 0:00 Introduction 4:10 In The Life Of A Monk 10:45 The Story Of Buntai Jason (An Extraordinary Monk I Met) 20:05 The Power Of Attachment  27:40 Discipline Leads To Inner Freedom (Why Monks Choose A Life Of Simplicity) 40:30 Freedom & Power Through Non-Attachment 49:10 Summary & Reflection If there are any ‘aha’ moments that strike a chord for you throughout the interview, pay it forward. You can create such in someone else’s life, just by pausing the episode, copying the link and messaging it through to someone you care about. Not only could you change someone’s life, but you’ll also earn some brownie points. We all love that friend who cares about us enough to message something thoughtful through. Don’t forget to tag @theryanmagic when you’re sharing this on social media. I’m so excited for you to get into this episode, so without further ado, let’s dive into it! Shoot me an email at ryan@ryanmagic.com or check out the website & the socials to stay in touch!  Disclaimer - Gruesome Story shared at 24:45 (Feel free to listen or skip this part of the episode).  Follow us at: https://www.instagram.com/theryanmagic/  https://www.facebook.com/theryanmagic  https://www.ryanmagic.com/ Send us a text Support the show Instagram | Facebook | Youtube | Website