EP06: Zen for Modern Life: On Finding Clarity in a Distracted World
How can Zen practice help younger generations navigate anxiety, distraction, burnout, and the search for meaning?
In this episode, SK Teoh JDPSN shares his journey from corporate finance to decades of Zen training and teaching. He reflects on his first encounter with Zen Master Seung Sahn, the challenges of learning meditation, and why simple awareness and presence remain deeply relevant today.
This conversation explores:
Zen practice for modern life
Meditation and mental clarity
Stress, suffering, and emotional resilience
Mindfulness for millennials and Gen Z
Finding meaning beyond achievement
The power of simplicity and awareness
Whether you’re new to meditation or curious about Zen philosophy, this episode offers grounded insights and practical wisdom for living with greater clarity and compassion.
