E146 - Cory Muscara: Former Monk: “Stop Missing Your Life!” Here’s the Key To Lasting Happiness

Cory Muscara shares profound insights on achieving lasting happiness and fulfillment in the present moment. He discusses his transformative journey from awakening to monastic life, emphasizing the importance of breaking free from cycles of internal distress. Muscara challenges common misconceptions about meditation, urging listeners to confront rather than escape emotional pain. Throughout the episode, he offers practical strategies for tuning into inner wisdom and strengthening intuitive knowing. 

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0:00 Intro 

1:39 Stop Missing Your Life

9:00 Finding Fulfillment in the Present Moment

13:43 Awakening & Becoming a Monk

25:32 Breaking the Cycle of Internal Distress

32:41 Stop Meditating Your Way Out of Emotional Pain

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45:46 The FACE Model - 4 Steps to Presence 

51:04 Truth About Self Love

57:13 The Desire for Safety Controls Your Life

1:00:36 Practice to Tune Into Your Inner Knowing

1:06:53 Commitment & Romantic Relationships

1:27:42 Strengthening Your Intuitive Knowing

1:31:25 IFS Process for Healing Stuck Parts of Yourself

1:53:43 Finding Stability in Surrender

1:58:00 Conclusion 

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