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30 Jan 2023 · 2 h 3 min

Books from Jay Shetty

“Jay Shetty: 8 Rules For Perfect Love & Amazing Sex!”

2 books mentioned

  1. Cover of Think Like a Monk
    Guest's book

    Think Like a Monk

    by Jay Shetty

    Jay Shetty · ~00:23:34 · on 2 episodes

    Buy on Amazon
  2. Cover of 8 Rules of Love
    Guest's book

    8 Rules of Love

    by Jay Shetty

    Jay Shetty · ~00:45:25

    Buy on Amazon

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The conversation

Jay Shetty, a former monk turned mindfulness entrepreneur, discusses his personal struggles with public criticism and identity. He offers relationship advice centered on self-awareness, communication, and emotional connection. The episode explores how intimacy and sex stem from vulnerability and the importance of self-work before partnership.

Talking points

  • Struggling with public criticism as a former monk
  • Balancing past identity with present success
  • Importance of self-awareness and managing dark side
  • Relationship advice on communication and differences
  • Self-work before entering relationships
  • Four pursuits from the Vedas
  • Intimacy as byproduct of emotional connection
  • Negative impact of porn on relationships