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The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari

Robin Sharma

10 mins

This is the story of Julian Mantle, a successful lawyer whose unbalanced lifestyle leads him to a near-fatal heart attack in a crowded courtroom. This physical decline is followed by a spiritual crisis, prompting him to reflect on his life and seek answers to its most important questions. Hoping to find happiness and fulfillment, he sets out on an unusual journey. Discovering an ancient culture reveals a powerful way to unleash the potential of his mind, body, and soul, and how to live with more passion, meaning, and peace.

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Those looking to improve themselves and live a more purposeful life; professionals feeling overwhelmed by their careers and seeking a change; those setting new goals.

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Guard your inner garden

Your thoughts shape your destiny. Audit your mental diet like you would your physical one—input determines output.

Master your morning to master your mind

High performers use the first hour of the day to cultivate focus, not productivity. Stillness is a tool, not a reward.

Design a life, not a lifestyle

True success isn’t material—it’s clarity of values, daily rituals, and conscious presence. Wealth without meaning is noise.

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