Matthieu Ricard is a Tibetan Buddhist monk and the Dalai Lama’s French interpreter who became globally renowned for his bestselling books and popular presentations on happiness. He (unwillingly) gained the title of “happiest man in the world” from the Western press due to the level of brain activity registered in […]
Over the last several years, meditation has surged in popularity in Wall Street and Silicon Valley. Even though it’s trendy, it’s still a scientifically proven way to alleviate stress. Apps like Headspace are useful for learning the basics. To develop a habit, it’s important to set aside as little as […]
I sat down with Matthieu Ricard, a Tibetan Buddhist monk who found himself famous among the TED Talk set and reluctantly decided to use the spotlight to share teachings. He said meeting with powerful people taught him that “success” should not be defined solely by influence, but by “personal flourishing.” […]
