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Shaolin Temple secular monk Walter Gjergja – is a Shaolin Master, philosopher, advisor, strategist, co-founder, coach, speaker and author.
Born into a modest background, in a small village on the foothills of the Italian Alps, he embarked on a remarkable journey of personal and academic growth that culminated with studying in Australia (La Trobe and Melbourne University) and China (Shaolin Temple), co-founding multiple educational projects and wellness companies, conducting diverse activities internationally (News & Press) whilst - currently - living in Switzerland.
Here are our topics of discussion:
[03:18] Brief Overview of Shaolin Culture and Origins
[5:39] Your Experience with Shaolin, Kung Fu Training, and Its Impact on Your Life
[8:04] Blending Ancient Wisdom with Modern Science
[10:24] Shaolin’s Perspective on Life’s Length vs. Quality
[12:57] Building a Positive Mindset Daily
[18:16] How do you use practices like meditation and mindfulness to counter negative programming?
[21:52] Is exercise the main way to build a healthy body for a long life, or are there other practical methods you've found?
[24:14] Can you shed light on the ideal training mix, how to train, and common mistakes people make with under-training or over-training?
[28:59] How can people develop a quiet clarity of mind to make better decisions in life?
[31:46] What daily practices can people incorporate into their busy lives to apply these learnings?
[35:03] What does a day in the life of a Shaolin master look like?
[37:08] Where can people learn more about you?
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