(Photo above courtesy of Kyle Maharlika-Roper)
Our daily lives can be challenging and we might ask ourselves, “Is there anything more to life than sleeping, eating and going to a job I don’t like?” If you’re feeling burnt out, you’re not alone. But Buddhist practice can refresh us and help us lead fulfilling lives.
Today’s guest, Kyle Maharlika-Roper, of Miami, shares how he went from feeling burnt out in an unfulfilling job to finally pursuing his childhood dream of art.
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Cheat Sheet
08:25 Kyle’s burnout reaches a breaking point
13:48 Feeling grounded for the first time in awhile
23:03 An accident deepens his faith in Buddhism
29:40 Rediscovering a childhood dream
35:40 Supporting others leads to landing a job
References mentioned:
- The New Human Revolution, vol. 16.
- The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, pp. 392–393.