Ep #22 Death, Happiness, and How to Meditate, with John Butler

Welcome to the How To Die Happy podcast, where we explore how we can all live happy and fulfilling lives. In this episode, our special guest is John Butler, an 84-year-old retired organic farming pioneer, author, and explorer now living in Bakewell, UK. John is also the man behind the popular ⁠YouTube channel Spiritual Unfoldment⁠, with over 206k followers and millions of views, where he shares his ideas on life, meditation, peace, love, and spirituality.

During the conversation, host Martin O'Toole and John discuss being "in service to others" and how it relates to mindfulness and intentional behaviour. John shares his unique perspective on how we can dedicate our time and energy to help others, some of which are less obvious. The pair also delve into the history and benefits of meditation, with John providing practical advice on how to meditate and how to start meditating.

But what makes John's voice so unique and calming? John's voice was discovered by the Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response (⁠ASMR⁠) community. ASMR is a tingling sensation experienced by some individuals in response to certain sounds, such as whispering or softly spoken voices. John's voice creates a profound sense of calm and peace in those who hear him speak, making him an ideal guide for meditation.

John has been practising meditation for over 60 years and has authored many books on the subject, including "Silence of the Mind," "The Quest for Serenity," and "Living Spiritually in the Material World." His years of practice and deep understanding of the benefits of meditation make him an excellent teacher and guide for those looking to learn how to meditate.

The podcast explores many topics, including happiness, death, forgiveness, silence, duality, ego, and attachment. John's wisdom and presence leave us feeling almost transcendental as if we were touched by grace.

"How to die happy? Well, dear, you've chosen the wrong man to talk about happiness because I've never considered myself a happy man!"

— John Butler

We fervently invite you to listen to this episode, which is not to be missed. John's interview is a rare opportunity to hear from someone of his generation who has embraced mindful living and meditation for many years. Plus, the man has had an incredible life. 

If you want to learn how to meditate or deepen your practice, John provides valuable insights and practical advice to help you on your journey.

So sit back, relax, and enjoy the calming and soothing voice of John Butler, the man behind Spiritual Unfoldment. And if you ever find yourself in Bakewell, keep an eye out for John riding his three-wheeled bicycle around town.

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