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The Monk's Approach to finding Stillness in a World of Movement with Sam Yo
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- May 18, 2026
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Summary
Join Kimberly Snyder in an inspiring conversation with Sam Yo, a former successful Hollywood actor turned monk who would become an internationally famous Peloton instructor. Sam shares his inspiring journey to find stillness amidst a busy life. Discover practical mindfulness techniques, the power of movement, and how small acts of kindness can transform your daily experience and life. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:47 The Journey to Mindfulness 05:53 Finding Stillness in Everyday Life 08:56 The Importance of Movement and Mindfulness 11:39 The Beginner's Mindset 14:45 Navigating Conflict and Ego 17:36 The Four Streams of Energy 20:35 Integrating Mindfulness with Peloton 23:41 The Ripple Effect of Kindness 26:41 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Sponsors: MANUKORA HONEY OFFER: Right now, Manukora is giving Feel Good Podcast listeners their largest discount of the year. Please go to MANUKORA.com/KIMBERLY to save up to 31% plus $25 worth of free gifts with the Starter Kit, which comes with an MGO 850+ Manuka Honey jar, 5 honey travel sticks, a wooden spoon, and a guidebook! USE LINK: MANUKORA.com/KIMBERLY Sam Yo Resources: Book : THE MONK’S MINDSET: Finding Stillness in a World That Won’t Stop Moving (May 19, 2026) Website: yoiamsamyo.com Social: @yoiamsamyo Bio: Sam Yo’s journey from the bright lights of London’s West End—where he made history as the first Thai actor to play the King of Siam in The King and I—to teaching fitness to millions around the world in his present role as a Peloton instructor has taught him a great deal about how to find stillness anytime and anywhere. But the foundation of his teachings stems from his time living as a Buddhist monk in a Thai monastery,…