Gurudev Sri Anish Shares a Rare Story of Presence with the Dalai Lama & Modern Leadership

In this episode of The xMonks Drive, Gurudev Sri Anish shares a rare, deeply reflective story about meeting the Dalai Lama, and what silence, presence, and inner stillness revealed in that moment.

A former CEO who walked away from the corporate world to spend a decade in deep spiritual practice in the Himalayas, Gurudev Sri Anish speaks candidly about leadership, fulfilment, and why even the most successful people often feel empty inside. Drawing from his personal journey and spiritual insights, he explores how modern ideas of success, ambition, and competition have shaped a generation and what’s missing beneath it all.

This conversation goes beyond motivation and self-help. It touches on:
- What silence teaches that words cannot
- Why achievement without inner stillness leads to burnout
- How the Dalai Lama embodies presence and awareness
- The difference between action and aggression in leadership
- Why fulfilment cannot be outsourced to success, money, or titles

Timestamps
00:00 Meeting the Dalai Lama: A Profound Connection
02:21 Acknowledging Presence: A Deeper Understanding
13:52 The Essence of Consciousness and Spirituality
23:56 The Faulty Template of Modern Life
51:20 The Power of Non-Doing and Inner Stillness
59:05 India's Role and Global Collaboration
01:04:51 Message to the Youth: Building a Better World

Hosted by Gaurav Arora, founder of xMonks, this episode is a slow, thoughtful exploration of consciousness, leadership, and the inner life — especially relevant for founders, leaders, and seekers navigating pressure, purpose, and meaning in today’s world.

🎧 Watch till the end for Gurudev Sri Anish’s message to the youth on purpose, freedom, and living consciously.

Guest: Gurudev Sri Anish
Spiritual Teacher | Leadership Mentor | Founder, Saadho Sangha

Host: Gaurav Arora
Founder, xMonks

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