How Meditation Helped Me Succeed

Entrepreneur, Author, and Meditation Practitioner Len Foley shares invaluable insights into how to succeed in work and relationships using meditation as a powerful tool.

An Abridged version of this conversation is available in video format on Youtube

0:00 – Introduction
Host welcomes Len and introduces the topic of success, meditation, and balancing a busy life.

0:13 – Len's Background
Len shares his journey as a business owner, author, and meditation/Buddhism teacher.

0:57 – The Search for Meaning
Len reflects on his early struggles, the pursuit of financial success, and the realization that money alone couldn’t fill a deeper void.

2:29 – Failed Ventures & Awakening
The story of Len’s hot air balloon business failure and his pivotal introduction to Buddhism and meditation.

3:47 – Modern Buddhism & Integrating Practice
How Len learned to weave spiritual practice into daily life without abandoning ambition.

6:03 – Balancing Business and Spirituality
Len discusses writing, shifting priorities, and finding purpose through children’s books and family.

7:21 – COVID, Coffee Shops, and Resilience
A candid story about running a coffee shop during the pandemic, learning patience, and cherishing community.

10:57 – Leading with Service
Lessons from Len’s teacher on humility, teamwork, and finding meaning in mundane tasks.

14:38 – Meditation as a Lifeline
The importance of daily meditation, mental discipline, and detaching from endless problems.

18:12 – Redefining Success & Happiness
Len’s advice to his younger self: prioritize helping others, and how true fulfillment comes from service.

19:14 – Closing Remarks
Host thanks Len for sharing insights, emphasizing takeaways for viewers.

The participants of these podcasts are practicing meditation according to the New Kadampa Tradition, which has over a thousand meditation centers worldwide. See more https://kadampa.org/

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