Gaur Gopal Das Age, Height, Family, Career, Net Worth, Lifestyle & Facts

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Other name: Prabhu Gaur Gopal Das

Profession(s): • Monk • Life Coach • Motivational Speaker

Famous Quote(s): • “Feed your faith, your doubts shall starve to death.” • “Don’t regret knowing the people who come in your life. Good people give you happiness. Bad people give you experience. The worst ones give you lessons and the best people give you memories.” • Bad attitude is like a flat tyre. You can’t go anywhere unless you change it. • “A lot of misunderstanding can be avoided if we talk to each other instead of talking about each other.” • “Material joy has two problems. It makes one insensitive and irresponsible. But Spiritual joy makes one super sensitive and supper responsible.”

Date of Birth: 24 December 1973 (Monday)

Age (as of 2022): 49 Years

Birthplace: Wambori (also spelt as Vambori) village, Maharashtra

Zodiac sign: Capricorn

Nationality: Indian

Hometown: Pune

Religion: Hinduism

Lineage: Brahma-Madhva-Gaudiya Sampradaya

Age: 49 Years

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EDUCATION

College/University: • The Cusrow Wadia Institute of Technology in Pune, Maharashtra • COEP Technological University in Pune (1992-1995)

Educational Qualification(s): • Diploma in Electrical Engineering from The Cusrow Wadia Institute of Technology • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from COEP Technological University

PHYSICAL STATISTICS

Height (approx.): in centimeters – 170 cm in meters – 1.70 m in feet & inches – 5’ 7”

Eye Colour: Black

Hair Colour: Bald

FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS

Marital Status: He is a celibate.

Wife/Spouse: N/A

Parents: His father worked for the Meteorological Department of India.

Siblings: He has a younger sister.

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

Awards & Honours: • February 2016: Rotary International’s ‘Super Achiever Award’ issued by Rotary Club Mumbai, India for outstanding contribution to the field of spirituality and inspiration • June 2017: ‘YouTube Silver Creator Award’ issued by YouTube for crossing 100,000 subscribers on the YouTube channel ‘Gaur Gopal Das’ • October 2017: ‘Danveer Karna Award’ issued by Kalinga Institute Of Technology, Bhubaneshwar, Odisha, India for selfless contributions to promote the ideologies of ‘Art of Giving’ and ‘Compassion’ throughout the world • January 2018: ‘Ideal Youth Spiritual Guru Award’ by MIT World Peace University, Pune to recognise contributions in motivating and guiding the world in the values of simple living and high thinking • March 2018 : ‘Best Spiritual/Motivational Show On The Web’ by Indian Wiki Media, Alt Balaji for the best spiritual content on the web • October 2018: ‘YouTube Gold Play Button’ by YouTube for crossing a million subscribers on the YouTube channel • October 2018: ‘Gandhi Peace Prize’ by Bharat Nirman Foundation at the 10th Asiad Literature Festival at Ethiraj College for Women in Chennai, Tamil Nadu for spreading peace and harmony in the world • November 2018: ‘Doctor of Letters (Honoris Causa)’ by Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT), Bhubaneswar, Odisha in recognition of outstanding and distinguished personality and motivating skill to make people think logically with reasoning • February 2019: ‘The Extraordinaire Spiritual Leader Award’ by Brand Vision and Nex Brands in partnership with Times Network and Kamdhenu Nxt for extraordinary spiritual leadership • February 2019: ‘IMAI Award’ by The Kaizen Institute India for leadership in promoting personal excellence • April 2019: ‘Bharat Shiromani Award,’ an award given to those Indians who have achieved excellence in their respective field, by the Shiromani Institute • May 2019: ‘Mahatma Gandhi Leadership Award’ by NRI Welfare Society for extraordinary achievement in spreading awareness of value-based leadership around the world • June 2019: ‘Certificate of Recognition’ by California State Assembly, the lower house of the California State Legislature, for promoting world peace and global harmony • October 2019: ‘Man of the Year’ award by Junior Chamber International (JCI), a non-profit international non-governmental organization, Marine Drive, Mumbai to recognise the work done for the society • November 2019: ‘Atta Galatta-Bangalore Literature Festival Book Prize’ by Atta Galatta Book Stores (Bangalore Literature Festival) for the book “Life’s Amazing Secrets: How to Find Balance and Purpose in Your Life” for the popular choice in the category of non-fiction • December 2019: ‘Most Stylish International Life Coach’ by Lokmat Media Pvt. Ltd., a media house, for making wisdom contemporary relevant and stylish • January 2020: ‘Diamond of Cusrow Wadia Institute of Technology’ by Cusrow Wadia Institute of Technology (CWIT) Alumni Association to honour and recognise the best alumnus of the college doing exceptional work in the world • January 2020: ‘Crossword Book Award’ (Popular Choice Award) by Crossword Book Stores for the book ‘Life’s Amazing Secrets: How to Find Balance and Purpose in Your Life’ • February 2020: ‘Most Influential Global Speaker Leader’ by the Arts For Peace Awards, Beverly Hills California for excellence in conveying messages of wisdom and arts • February 2020: ‘Dadasaheb Phalke Global Change Maker of the Year 2020’ by Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival (DPIFF) for spreading transformational wisdom and bringing change globally • February 2020: ‘American Eagle Award’ by the Jewish Community of Beverly Hills, California for being an iconic global peace leader • February 2020: Listed amongst the 101 most fabulous global coaching leaders by the ‘World HRD Congress,’ a leadership platform for human resource leaders, ‘ET Now,’ an English-language business and finance news channel in India, and ‘Canadian University Dubai,’ a university in Dubai, United Arab Emirates • December 2021: ‘Bharat Gaurav Award’ by Sanskriti Yuva Sanstha for distinguished service to the nation and outstanding individual achievements • March 2022: ‘Hall of Fame 2022 Award’ by Pune Times Mirror, an Indian tabloid daily edition newspaper published in the English language, for the significant contribution made as a lifestyle and motivational strategist • March 2022: ‘Global Leader, The Extraordinaire’ by ‘NexBrands Inc,’ a marketing consultancy company, and ‘Brand Vision Marketing,’ a Canadian marketing agency, in recognition of the global impact created by thought leadership • April 2022: ‘Most Positive Social Media Influencer’ by India Today, a weekly Indian English-language news magazine, and RPG Group, an Indian industrial and services conglomerate, for influencing people’s lives with positivity and happiness • September 2022: ‘COEP Abhimaan Award’ by the alumni association of the College of Engineering, Pune for being a distinguished alumnus of the College of Engineering, Pune (COEP)

OTHER INFORMATION

Diksha (Initiation): Year, 1996

Teacher: Radhanath Swami

Philosophy: Achintya-Bheda-Abheda

Temple: ISKCON

Sect: Vaishnavism (Gaudiya Vaishnavism)

INTERESTING BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Gaur Gopal Das, an esteemed Indian monk, lifestyle coach, motivational speaker, and author, has made a significant impact globally through his engaging teachings on spirituality. Renowned for his energetic speeches infused with practicality, logical reasoning, and a touch of humor, Das connects with diverse audiences, particularly the youth, encouraging them to explore deeper meanings in life. His journey into spirituality began after a successful career as an electrical engineer, a path he left behind in 1996 when he chose to embrace monastic life within the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON). As one of India’s most recognized monks, his unique approach to conveying life lessons has resonated with many, helping individuals navigate their personal and spiritual journeys.

Born into a middle-class Marwari Jain family in Wambori, Maharashtra, Gaur Gopal Das experienced a childhood marked by pampering and particularity, as he would refuse meals not tailored to his tastes. However, the complexities of familial relationships would later shape his perspective on life. The passing of his father in 2009, who battled Parkinson’s disease, brought to light a tumultuous relationship that Das had with him. In candid reflections, he shared how he had distanced himself from his father for nearly two years, only reconciling after a heartfelt request from his father, who humbled himself at Das’ feet, urging him to let go of his ego. Such transformative experiences influenced his decision during his engineering studies to lend a helping hand, tutoring two struggling tenth-grade students in Mathematics for a year, which ignited within him a desire to support others.

After attaining his degree in electrical engineering and a brief tenure at Hewlett Packard, Gaur Gopal Das took the bold step of resigning to pursue a life of monastic dedication, seeking guidance from his spiritual teacher, Radhanath Swami, in a Mumbai monastery. It was there that he encountered a community of highly educated monks, which served as a humbling experience. Learning the value of humility from his teacher, Das understood that this quality is essential for growth across all facets of life, be it personal, spiritual, or professional. As he began to lead kirtans for engineering students in 1996, he found a passion for sharing the transformative power of spirituality, setting the foundation for his later pursuits as a speaker and coach.

By 2005, Gaur Gopal Das embarked on an international journey, traveling extensively to share his insights on spirituality, corporate leadership, and personal development. His commitment to these teachings has led him to address prestigious institutions and corporations across the globe, including significant engagements at the House of Commons in the United Kingdom. His collaborations with renowned organizations, such as Google and Salesforce, highlight his influence in the corporate realm, as he frequently travels for speaking engagements—averaging 150 to 250 flights a year, as he humorously notes.

An accomplished author, Das has penned several books that encapsulate his life lessons, with titles like “Life’s Amazing Secrets: How to Find Balance and Purpose in Your Life” (2018), “The Way of the Monk: The Four Steps to Peace, Purpose and Lasting Happiness” (2020), and “Energize Your Mind: A Monk’s Guide to Mindful Living” (2022). Each work aims to guide readers in finding balance, happiness, and understanding the workings of the mind. In addition to his literary contributions, Gaur Gopal Das is also a talented vocalist and guitarist, showcasing his multifaceted personality and passion for sharing joy through music and spirituality. His journey continues to inspire countless individuals around the world, as he blends the wisdom of monastic life with the practicalities of modern existence.

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Note: All biographical information compiled from publicly available sources.