Nov 20, 2023
Shi Yan Ming is a 34th Generation Shaolin Warrior Monk and Founder & Abbot of USA Shaolin Temple. Named “a real-life superhero” by The RZA from Wu-Tang Clan, Shifu’s 1-inch punch is more powerful than a car at 35mph as recorded by History Channel’s show, Stan Lee’s Super Humans. His disciples and students include Bokeem Woodbine of Spiderman, Wesley Snipes of Blade, RZA, Rosie Perez, and many more.
As one of the most respected martial art legends of all time, he has been featured in numerous publications & interviews across the world, including National Geographic, The New York Times, The Atlantic, The New Yorker, VICE Sports, VICE China, Grazia Homme (France), Vogue, Great Big Story, NPR, and more.
For his generation and age, Shifu’s physical abilities, wisdom, knowledge, and upbringing make him truly one in 3.3 billion on earth.
What You’ll Learn
● What daily life is like in the Temple.
● The nature of devotion.
● How to build confidence.
● How Shaolin helps in other areas of life.
● How to know once you’ve found yourself.
● The importance of living in the moment.
● How to find balance.
● How to take authority over our thinking.
Timestamps
· [06:14] Shifu’s story.
· [11:42] What foundation of the Shaolin Temple.
· [14:49] Day in the life in the Temple.
· [16:08] Lessons learned.
· [18:46] Devotion.
· [28:54] How to build confidence.
· [33:18] How does Shaolin help in other areas of life?
· [39:37] How to know if you’ve found yourself.
· [43:35] Be honest with yourself.
· [46:28] Cherishing the moment.
· [49:59] What is balance and how do we find balance within ourselves?
· [56:07] Taking more authority over our thinking.
· [59:25] Where to start.
· [61:18] Happiness vs love.
Memorable Quotes
· “Everyone needs help.” – Shi Yan Ming [20:32]
· “Every moment, every day is precious.” – Shi Yan Ming [20:51]
· “Life has everything.” – Shi Yan Ming [31:01]
· “We come from nothing. We leave with nothing.” – Shi Yan Ming [49:49]
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