# E146 - Cory Muscara: Former Monk: “Stop Missing Your Life!” Here’s the Key To Lasting Happiness

An episode of [Know Thyself](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1633725927), 13 May 2025, 2 h 01 min.

Audio: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/APO9610170735.mp3

Cory Muscara shares profound insights on achieving lasting happiness and fulfillment in the present moment. He discusses his transformative journey from awakening to monastic life, emphasizing the importance of breaking free from cycles of internal distress. Muscara challenges common misconceptions about meditation, urging listeners to confront rather than escape emotional pain. Throughout the episode, he offers practical strategies for tuning into inner wisdom and strengthening intuitive knowing. Try Pique Life tea and save 20% for life & get a free frother: https://www.piquelife.com/KnowThyself Andrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyself.one/books ___________ 0:00 Intro 1:39 Stop Missing Your Life 9:00 Finding Fulfillment in the Present Moment 13:43 Awakening & Becoming a Monk 25:32 Breaking the Cycle of Internal Distress 32:41 Stop Meditating Your Way Out of Emotional Pain 41:40 AD: Pique Life Save 20% for Life 45:46 The FACE Model - 4 Steps to Presence 51:04 Truth About Self Love 57:13 The Desire for Safety Controls Your Life 1:00:36 Practice to Tune Into Your Inner Knowing 1:06:53 Commitment & Romantic Relationships 1:27:42 Strengthening Your Intuitive Knowing 1:31:25 IFS Process for Healing Stuck Parts of Yourself 1:53:43 Finding Stability in Surrender 1:58:00 Conclusion ___________ Episode Resources: https://corymuscara.com https://www.instagram.com/corymuscara/ https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/ https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/ https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcast https://www.knowthyself.one Listen to the show: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4bZMq9l Apple: https://apple.co/4iATICX

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