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1020: Dandapani on the Power of Focus
In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin speak with Dandapani, a Hindu priest, speaker on self development and entrepreneur.
- The practice of ‘Unwavering Focus’. (2:54)
- How can you practice concentration? (8:43)
- Why learning doesn’t make your wiser if you’re not implementing what you learn. (10:02)
- Where awareness goes, energy flows. (14:51)
- What is the difference between knowledge and wisdom? (19:19)
- The concept of learning to lean on your own spine. (23:24)
- What was the driving force behind him joining the monastery? The importance of the student/teacher relationship. (27:32)
- What does a typical day look like at the monastery? (37:27)
- Why your whole day is a preparation for success. (40:12)
- What are the steps to mastering focus? (43:56)
- Problems are not problems; they are subconscious patterns that need to be adjusted. (46:36)
- What are the results you want, how to stay concentrated to manifest it in the mind to create physically. (48:23)
- Understanding your purpose in life and ‘making the case’. (53:08)
- The benefits of learning how to concentrate and knowing your priorities in life. (59:28)
- Did he experience any culture shock once leaving the monastery? (1:03:15)
- What are the biggest challenges he faces today? (1:09:13)
- The meaning behind the 3 lines on his forehead. (1:10:30)
- How does he define enlightenment? (1:12:54)
Featured Guest
- Dandapani (@dandapanillc) Instagram/Twitter
- Website
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