Parents help them understand what's important while allowing some indulgence in what they love. He compares this to how we should manage our minds. Gaur Gopal Das also draws a parallel to fitness ...

According to Gaur Gopal Das, your happiness is in your hand, do not depend on any other person for it. Don’t seek validation from others.

So, where does Swami Gaur Gopal Das stand in the 70-hour work-week debate? The monk and author, who was a guest speaker at BT MindRush 2025, believes "finding the right balance" is everything.