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Mar 2025
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How to Cultivate Inner Peace: Lessons fr...

Sean Fargo
About this episode

What does it mean to cultivate inner peace, resilience, and wisdom in the modern world? How can we apply the teachings of monastic life to our daily struggles?

In this episode of the Mindfulness Exercises Podcast, Sean Fargo sits down with Stephen Schettini, known as The Inner Monk—a former Buddhist monk who spent eight years studying Buddhist philosophy, psychology, and debate across Asia and Europe. Now a mindfulness coach, author, and speaker, Stephen shares his journey of transitioning from monastic life to everyday reality, and how he continues to help others integrate mindfulness into their daily lives.


Together, they explore:

✔ The power of mindfulness beyond religious traditions

✔ The challenges of leaving monastic life and rediscovering identity

✔ How to apply mindfulness in a fast-paced, secular world

✔ Why embracing imperfection is key to deepening mindfulness

✔ The role of self-compassion in transforming personal struggles


Stephen’s story is one of courage, transformation, and deep commitment to mindfulness—showing us that no matter our background, we all have the capacity to cultivate an inner sanctuary of peace and clarity.

🌿 Tune in to hear how you can bring the wisdom of the “Inner Monk” into your everyday life.


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