#5 Can Your Thoughts Make You Happy? Alex Monas | TDP

Author: Julian Merten
Published: Thu 23 May 2024
Episode Link: https://shows.acast.com/doubtless/episodes/5-alexmonas

Join us as we dive deep with Alex into a heart-to-heart about the true meaning of happiness, beyond the conventional chase for success. This engaging dialogue peels away layers of societal expectations and ego-driven pursuits to uncover the essence of genuine joy and inner peace. From confronting the myths of 'having it all' to embracing the raw, messy beauty of our authentic selves, we explore the transformative journey of shedding superficial desires in favor of a more fulfilling, truth-centered life. Are you ready to challenge everything you thought you knew about happiness? Tune in to unearth the liberating truth of what it means to live authentically.

Alex worked as a scientist, engineer, co-founder, teacher and for the last decade as a Transformative Coach, helping coaches and other people who don't need help. He organized initiation-retreats, masterminds and guided adventures across the world, and I'm currently finishing my Book titled "Why Your Coaching Sucks, and You're Broke". Above all else, he is a "A Course in Miracles"-Student and a "Three Principles"-Practitioner, relishing gratefully in the wellbeing that lies underneath all experience.

00:00 Introduction to the Show and Guest Alex

00:30 Alex's Journey: From Doubt to Discovery

03:36 The Realization of Unhappiness Despite Success

07:22 Questioning Happiness and the Pursuit of Fulfillment

18:16 Exploring the Nature of Thinking and Reality

48:27 The Freedom of Thought and Its Impact

49:34 Navigating Dreams and Reality: A Personal Journey

50:39 Embracing Change and Finding Calmness

01:01:15 Exploring the Nature of Shame and Guilt

01:12:43 The Interplay of Thoughts and Emotions

Connect with Alex:

alexmonas.com