Miguel Chen is a meditation practitioner, a yoga instructor, a yoga studio owner and the bass player for a punk rock band. He has also published a book called I Wanna Be Well: How a Punk Found Peace and You Can Too. In this compelling episode, Eric and Miguel explore the connection between punk rock and Buddhism and they dive into the experiences in his life - both traumatic and positive - that have shaped his spiritual path of awakening.




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 In This Interview, Miguel Chen and I Discuss...
His book, I Wanna Be Well: How a Punk Found Peace and You Can Too
How he owns a yoga studio and plays in a punk rock band
The way he suppressed grief for dead family members
Asking himself why he wasn't happy
The connection between punk rock and Buddhism
The other as self
Forgetting who we are
The importance of being mindful throughout life
Not being present with stuff we like
Not being present with stuff we don't like
Eating mindfully
How if you're used to disconnecting from things you don't like, it starts creeping into the things you do like
How he stays in the present moment
Training the mind
His morning routine
Non-attachment
Being criticized for his spiritual practice
His spiritual practice while on tour
The danger of taking people in life for granted
How grateful he is that he woke up early in his life
Why some people get motivated to get sober and others don't




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Miguel Chen is a meditation practitioner, a yoga instructor, a yoga studio owner and the bass player for a punk rock band. He has also published a book called<a href="https://amzn.to/2R0WQLY" target="_blank"> I Wanna Be Well: How a Punk Found Peace and You Can Too</a>. In this compelling episode, Eric and Miguel explore the connection between punk rock and Buddhism and they dive into the experiences in his life - both traumatic and positive - that have shaped his spiritual path of awakening. <a href="http://oneyoufeed.net/support" target="_blank">Please support the show with a donation</a> Bombas INCREDIBLY comfortable socks which is reason enough to wear them but they ALSO donate a pair to a local homeless shelter for every pair that they sell get 20% off first purchase <a href="http://www.bombas.com/wolf" target="_blank">www.bombas.com/wolf</a> offer code WOLFLinkedIn Find talent whether they're looking for a job or not. Focus on finding the right people regardless of their employment status. <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/wolf" target="_blank">www.linkedin.com/wolf</a> $50 off your first job postingPhlur Expertly crafted sustainably produced perfumes without all the bad stuff sold at an honest price. Go to their website to view pictures, listen to sounds and connect with words...if you like those, chances are you'll like the scent associated with them and they'll send you a 3 sampler kit to see. <a href="http://www.phlur.com/" target="_blank">www.phlur.com</a> use the promo code WOLF to get 20% off your custom Phlur sampler set &nbsp;In This Interview, Miguel&nbsp;Chen&nbsp;and I Discuss...<ul><li>His book, <a href="https://amzn.to/2R0WQLY" target="_blank">I Wanna Be Well: How a Punk Found Peace and You Can Too</a></li><li>How he owns a yoga studio and plays in a punk rock band</li><li>The way he suppressed grief for dead family members</li><li>Asking himself why he wasn't happy</li><li>The connection between punk rock and Buddhism</li><li>The other as self</li><li>Forgetting who we are</li><li>The importance of being mindful throughout life</li><li>Not being present with stuff we like</li><li>Not being present with stuff we don't like</li><li>Eating mindfully</li><li>How if you're used to disconnecting from things you don't like, it starts creeping into the things you do like</li><li>How he stays in the present moment</li><li>Training the mind</li><li>His morning routine</li><li>Non-attachment</li><li>Being criticized for his spiritual practice</li><li>His spiritual practice while on tour</li><li>The danger of taking people in life for granted</li><li>How grateful he is that he woke up early in his life</li><li>Why some people get motivated to get sober and others don't</li></ul> Miguel Chen Links<a href="https://miguelchen.net/" target="_blank">Homepage</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/miggy_chen/" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://twitter.com/miggy_chen" target="_blank">Twitter</a>&nbsp; <a href="http://oneyoufeed.net/support" target="_blank">Please support the show with a donation</a>

Embark on a transformative journey with "The One You Feed" podcast, hosted by Eric Zimmer. Drawing wisdom from the old parable of the two wolves within us, this show explores growth and well-being. Through insightful interviews with thought leaders and experts in development, Eric delves into topics like mindfulness, resilience, and positive habits. Gain practical advice and reflective insights to navigate life's challenges and nurture your inner strength. "The One You Feed" is a valuable resource, offering inspiration and actionable strategies for a more fulfilling existence. Join Eric as he shares wisdom, fostering the growth of the positive wolf within you. Feed your curiosity and embark on a transformative path with "The One You Feed"!

Embark on a transformative journey with "The One You Feed" podcast, hosted by Eric Zimmer. Drawing wisdom from the old parable of the two wolves within us, this show explores growth and well-being. Through insightful interviews with thought leaders and experts in development, Eric delves into topics like mindfulness, resilience, and positive habits. Gain practical advice and reflective insights to navigate life's challenges and nurture your inner strength. "The One You Feed" is a valuable resource, offering inspiration and actionable strategies for a more fulfilling existence. Join Eric as he shares wisdom, fostering the growth of the positive wolf within you. Feed your curiosity and embark on a transformative path with "The One You Feed"!

The One You Feed

Embark on a transformative journey with "The One You Feed" podcast, hosted by Eric Zimmer. Drawing wisdom from the old parable of the two wolves within us, this show explores growth and well-being. Through insightful interviews with thought leaders and experts in development, Eric delves into topics like mindfulness, resilience, and positive habits. Gain practical advice and reflective insights to navigate life's challenges and nurture your inner strength. Every episode is a valuable resource that offers inspiration and actionable strategies for a more fulfilling existence. Join Eric as he shares wisdom, fostering the growth of the positive wolf within you. Feed your curiosity and embark on a transformative path with "The One You Feed"!

Embark on a transformative journey with "The One You Feed" podcast, hosted by Eric Zimmer. Drawing wisdom from the old parable of the two wolves within us, this show explores growth and well-being. Through insightful interviews with thought leaders and experts in development, Eric delves into topics like mindfulness, resilience, and positive habits. Gain practical advice and reflective insights to navigate life's challenges and nurture your inner strength. Every episode is a valuable resource that offers inspiration and actionable strategies for a more fulfilling existence. Join Eric as he shares wisdom, fostering the growth of the positive wolf within you. Feed your curiosity and embark on a transformative path with "The One You Feed"!

Miguel Chen on Punk Rock and Buddhism

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