If you’re reading this in May 2026, you probably know exactly what I’m going through — 47°C in Lucknow, power cuts every few hours, endless work pressure, and that constant feeling of “what am I even doing with my life?”
Last month, while scrolling through Instagram at 2 AM (yes, guilty), I came across Jay Shetty’s Think Like a Monk again. I had bought it years ago but never finished. This time I said, “enough”, and read it cover to cover in 6 days.
The book is basically a practical guide on how to Live Life Like a Monk in our chaotic modern world. And let me tell you — it hit different this time.
Here’s my 100% honest, no-spoiler, real-person review after applying its lessons
What the Book is Actually About
Jay Shetty (the London-born Indian guy who left everything to become a monk in India) breaks down ancient monk wisdom into simple, doable steps for normal people like you and me.
No heavy Sanskrit lectures. No “quit your job and move to Himalayas” advice. Just practical tools to train your mind for peace and purpose.
The book is divided into three beautiful parts: Let Go → Grow → Serve
I loved how he uses stories from his monk life + modern science + real examples.
My Top 5 Takeaways That Actually Worked for Me
- The “Spotlight Effect” & Letting Go of Others’ Opinions I used to overthink what relatives and colleagues think about my blogging career. After Chapter 2, I stopped. Freedom feels so good!
- Breathing Techniques for Heatwave Anxiety The 4-7-8 breathing he teaches? Life-saver during 3-hour power cuts when I felt like I would explode.
- Morning & Evening Routines of Monks I started waking up 30 minutes earlier, no phone for first 1 hour. My productivity shot up.
- Gratitude Practice That’s Not Cringe Jay makes it practical — I now write 3 lines every night. Small but powerful.
- Purpose Over Passion He explains why chasing passion alone fails. I redefined why I run reviewpoints.com.
Who This Book is Perfect For (Indian Readers)
- People dealing with job stress, family expectations, or overthinking
- Anyone feeling lost in 2026’s fast-paced life
- Students preparing for exams or competitive jobs
- Bloggers, creators, and side-hustlers like me who want clarity
Pros & Cons (Real Talk)
Pros ✅
- Extremely practical — you can apply everything immediately
- Jay’s writing style is super engaging and relatable
- Perfect mix of ancient wisdom + modern psychology
- Great for Indian readers (he often references Indian culture)
- Changed my daily habits in just 2 weeks
Cons ❌
- Some concepts repeat if you’ve already followed Jay on YouTube/Podcast
- A few chapters feel a bit long (but worth it)
My Final Verdict: 9.4/10
If you want to Live Life Like a Monk without actually becoming one, this book is gold.
In the middle of this crazy 2026 heatwave and life pressure, it gave me the mental tools I didn’t know I needed. I feel calmer, more focused, and actually happy with small things.
Who should read it right now? Anyone from North India who is tired of running on autopilot.
Who can skip? People who want only entertainment or fiction — this is a serious self-improvement book.
Buy it if: You’re ready to bring peace into your chaotic Indian life.
Have you read Think Like a Monk or any book on living like a monk? What’s the one lesson that changed your life?
Drop your city and your biggest takeaway (or the chapter you’re stuck on) in the comments below — I reply to every single one!
Stay calm and keep growing, Dev
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