We turn to ancient philosophies to help us cope with the stress of modern life. But what if ancient wisdom could use some help from the modern world?
Mar 24
AI Can Do Everything… Except This (Why Humans Still Win) With Restaurateur Will Guidara
As businesses race toward faster systems, smarter tools, and total automation, something critical is getting lost: human connection. And ironically, the rise of AI is making that gap impossible to ignore. In this episode, I sit down with returning guest and close friend Will Guid ... Show More
1h 5m
Mar 17
Revisited: What Dying Teaches Us About Living with Death Doula Alua Arthur
Team Simon here! While A Bit of Optimism is on a short break, we’re revisiting a few episodes you helped make some of our favorites. We’ll be back with brand-new conversations next week, on March 24th, 2026. In the meantime, we’re bringing back an episode that explores a word mos ... Show More
45m 7s
Mar 10
Revisited: The Kennedy Family and the Search for Self with Journalist Maria Shriver
Hello from Team Simon! We’re taking a short hiatus, but A Bit of Optimism will return with brand-new episodes March 24th. In the meantime, we’re revisiting some of our favorite episodes. Episodes that many of you who listened, shared them, and told us what resonated. This week, w ... Show More
43m 48s
Aug 2024
Why Mindset Matters: Insights from a Former Monk | Jay Shetty
In this episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu, Jay Shetty answers these questions and many more as he takes us on a journey of discovering one’s own passion, strengths, and purpose. He shares his story of becoming a monk, the lessons he learned on dharma and zen, his equation ... Show More
1h 4m
Aug 2025
Jay Shetty: From London to Global Inspirational Speaker and Author Transforming Lives Through Mindfulness and Purpose
# Discover Jay Shetty's Transformative Journey from Monk to Global Influencer<br /><br />In this captivating episode, we explore the extraordinary life of Jay Shetty, the former monk turned global thought leader whose wisdom has touched billions worldwide. From his humble beginni ... Show More
7m 41s
Sep 2020
How to Think Like a Monk – Jay Shetty with Dave Asprey : 739
<p>For this special episode of Bulletproof Radio, I’m going to ask you to tune in for a while longer. I think you’ll really like what you hear.</p><p>My guest is Jay Shetty, a British-born former monk who never expected to meet a monk, let alone become one. “It's really humbling ... Show More
1h 25m
Apr 2025
Jay Shetty on Relationships, Passion, and Finding Purpose in Your Life
<p>In this enlightening episode of SHE MD, hosts Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi and Mary Alice Haney welcome Jay Shetty, former monk turned life coach and viral podcast host of <em>OnPurpose</em>. Jay possesses a talent for making purpose and ancient wisdom not only relatable but also practi ... Show More
52m 57s
Sep 2024
10 Philosophy-Inspired Challenges for Becoming a Better and Happier Man
<p>Although they may call it different things and approach its attainment in different ways, many of the world’s religions and philosophies have a similar goal: achieving a life of virtue, peace, and flourishing.</p><p>In his new book, <a href="https://amzn.to/4cSdial" target="_b ... Show More
49m 43s
Nov 2020
2. Feeling Stressed? Here's How to Think Like a Monk
Jay Shetty, successful entrepreneur, author, and content creator, continues discussing his new book, "Think Like a Monk," and how integrating meditation into your life can bring benefits to your work and to your personal life. The episode explores the importance of gratitude and ... Show More
33m 30s