EFR 958: Why You're Always Stressed (And How Monks Train Their Minds Differently) with Sam Yo

What if the greatest performance upgrade isn't another productivity hack—but learning how to pause Peloton instructor, former Buddhist monk, and author Sam Yo to unpack the principles behind The Monk's Mindset. [https://amzn.to/4wbJKhr] We explore why stillness has become one of the most overlooked skills in modern life, how creating intentional "mindset moments" can reduce stress and anxiety, and why true peace isn't something you escape to—it's something you learn to carry with you. Follow Sam @yoiamsamyo [https://www.instagram.com/yoiamsamyo/] Follow Chase @chase_chewning [https://www.instagram.com/chase_chewning/] ----- 00:00 Introduction 00:47 Why We React Instead of Respond 03:55 Audible Sponsor 05:03 Creating Mental Space Between Moments 06:09 What Is The Monk's Mindset? 08:08 Building Daily Structure Through Stillness 09:08 Why Stillness Is the Ultimate Life Optimization Tool 11:14 Can Contentment Kill Ambition? 13:06 Technology Can Either Distract or Support Your Peace 14:06 Service, Purpose & Finding Meaning 16:11 Lessons Learned Living in a Monastery 18:02 Integrity When Nobody Is Watching 19:14 WHOOP Sponsor 20:27 Reflection: The Most Underrated Daily Practice 22:04 Sam Yo's Daily Monk Mindset Protocol 24:31 Handling Stress Without Losing Yourself 27:38 Staying Present During Success 29:14 Can Mindfulness Become Selfish? 30:10 What Happens When Self-Improvement Changes Your Relationships? 32:02 LMNT Sponsor 33:23 A Monk's Perspective on War 35:16 One Practice to Stay Calm During Uncertain Times 36:20 Creativity Through Stillness 38:03 Rapid Fire Questions 42:02 What Ever Forward Means to Sam Yo 43:08 How Social Media Steals Your Peace 43:42 Where to Connect with Sam Yo ----- Episode resources: * FREE 30-day trial of Audible, my favorite audiobook platform [http://audibletrial.com/everforward] * 1-month FREE and FREE app for WHOOP activity tracker [https://www.join.whoop.com/everforward] * FREE variety sample pack with any purchase of LMNT elecrtroytes [https://partners.drinklmnt.com/free-gift-with-purchase?rfsn=4758053.6e087f&utm_medium=sponsor&utm_source=everforward&utm_campaign=agwp&utm_content=&utm_term=&rfsn_cn=EXCLUSIVE+GIFT+FOR+THE+EVER+FORWARD+COMMUNITY] * Watch and subscribe on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/everforwardradio]