The Buddhist monk and bestselling author’s latest book tells the story of his spiritual journey. He discusses joy, suffering and how to foster happiness and health Photograph: Magali Delporte/The Guardian Interview by Emma Beddington, for The Guardian https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2023/sep/18/the-worlds-happiest-man-matthieu-ricard-on-the-secrets-of-a-serene-successful-satisfying-life I get anxious about interviews, I tell Matthieu Ricard moments after he appears on my computer screen… Read more »
Read more“Happiest Man In The World” Shares 9 Incredibly Simple Yet Effective Tips To Become Happier
Article by Andréa Oldereide and Dominika, for Bored Panda. https://www.boredpanda.com/tips-how-become-happier-matthieu-ricard/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=organic Matthieu Ricard, often hailed as “the happiest man in the world,” is a remarkable figure whose life and teachings have captivated the world’s attention. With a background as a molecular biologist, the 77-year-old’s journey took an extraordinary turn when he left behind a promising scientific… Read more »
Read moreMatthieu Ricard: ‘The happiest man alive’ shares his secrets
Article by Anujj Trehaan, for News by Tesapp. https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/lifestyle/matthieu-ricard-the-happiest-man-in-the-world/story The world has yet to fully grasp the essence and experience of true happiness. For some, it is a high-salaried job and owning a stunning property, for others it is marrying the love of their life and traveling around the globe. However, Matthieu Ricard, who is considered to… Read more »
Read moreMatthieu Ricard Shares 9 Incredibly Simple Yet Effective Tips To Become Happier – BoredPanda
By Andréa Oldereid and Dominykahttps://www.boredpanda.com/tips-how-become-happier-matthieu-ricard/ Through decades of meditation and the pursuit of inner wisdom, the Aix-les-Bains native has not only found profound personal contentment but has also become a global ambassador for the pursuit of happiness and well-being. Bored Panda delves into Matthieu’s wisdom to dig out some tips on how to become happier. #1 Know… Read more »
Read moreThe ‘World’s Happiest Man’ Shares His Three Rules for Life – The New York Times
https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2023/08/13/magazine/matthieu-ricard-interview.html?searchResultPosition=1 Aug. 11, 2023 By David MarchesePhoto Illustration by Bráulio Amado Matthieu Ricard is an ordained Buddhist monk and an internationally best- selling author of books about altruism, animal rights, happiness and wisdom. His humanitarian efforts led to his homeland’s awarding him the French National Order of Merit. (Ricard’s primary residence is a Nepalese monastery.)… Read more »
Read moreMatthieu Ricard: ‘Eternity is awfully long, especially near the end’
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Read moreWGS 2018: World-Renowned Author opens Landmark Summit with Plea for Compassion and Altruism
Sharjah 24: Matthieu Ricard, philosopher and best-selling author of books on happiness and compassion, inaugurated the first day of the World Government Summit 2018 by asking the assembled audience to consider a more compassionate and altruistic approach to daily life for the benefit of society and the world. Read more Sharjah24 website
Read more3 lessons I learned from the Tibetan monk who works with the Dalai Lama and went viral as ‘the happiest man alive’
I sat down with Matthieu Ricard, a Tibetan Buddhist monk who found himself famous among the TED Talk set and reluctantly decided to use the spotlight to share teachings. Read the article and listen to the podcast on the Business Insider website
Read moreNeuroscience Has a Lot To Learn from Buddhism
A scientist and a monk compare notes on meditation, therapy, and their effects on the brain. Read this article on the Atlantic website
Read moreHappiness as Human Flourishing
A French-born Tibetan Buddhist monk and a central figure in the Dalai Lama’s dialogue with scientists, Matthieu Ricard was dubbed “The Happiest Man in the World” after his brain was imaged. But he resists this label. In his writing and in his life, he explores happiness… Read the article online on onbeing.org
Read moreContemplating happiness with Matthieu Ricard
Scientific studies have shown that you can train your brain to be more compassionate; and coupling compassion with altruism can generate a positive outlook in individuals and society. French Buddhist monk Matthieu Ricard—who used to be a biochemist—has been studying and practicing altruism for many years, and teaches the meditative techniques to nurture compassion. He… Read more »
Read moreA Case For Freedom of Expression Based on Altruism
Freedom is clearly a basic need for all living beings. Without it people, and animals, can suffer and feel imprisoned. Humans have fought for freedom as a right. But with freedom should come a sense of responsibility and context. Read the whole article on the Medium Website
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