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Ddnard Napattalung (Thai: ฐิตินาถ ณ พัทลุง; born 23 March 1969), is an entrepreneur, investor, author, and philanthropist.[1] She holds a Ph.D. in Human Development and is the founder of ESG Private Investments and the Zoul meditation and well-being app.[1][2] Her best-selling book series, The Compass of Life, has sold over three million copies worldwide.[3] For more than 28 years, she has supported hospitals, free schools, and hosted free meditation retreats.[1] She is currently based in London and Dubai.[1]

Ddnard Napattalung
Born1969
Pen nameDDnard, Ddnard Napattalung
OccupationEntrepreneur, Investor, Philanthropist, Million-copy Best-selling Author
NationalityThai
Notable worksLife Compass series
Website
drddnard.com

Early life and education

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DDnard graduated from the University of London at the age of 20 with two master's degrees in Economics and Private Equity and Ph.D. in Meditation on Self-Efficacy.[4][5] Following graduation, at the age of 25, she launched her own diamond retail business – opening nine stores in Thailand within one month.[3][5]

DDnard lost her husband when her son was eleven months old.[6] She retired from the diamond business at the age of 35, and relocated from Bangkok to live a “peaceful life” with her son in Hua Hin and then Sriracha. She spent time volunteering and teaching meditation and spiritual practices to various organizations, studied Happiness Sciences, Hypnotherapy, NLP, Behavioral Science, and began work on the first title in what would become the Life Compass books series.[7]

Life Compass books and social initiatives

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Her first book, The Life Compass, was published in Thailand in December 2004. Since then, several more books in the Life Compass series have been released.[5] In 2013, the first English-language edition of The Compass of Now was released through The Life Compass Ltd. To date, DDnard's books have sold more than 3 million copies worldwide.[4]

Her writings combine traditional Buddhist thought with modern mental techniques, offering perspectives on mindfulness, emotional clarity, and personal development. They explore ways to manage emotions, overcome challenges, and cultivate both emotional and financial well-being. [8][5]

Since 1996, she has regularly led free meditation sessions for large audiences and supported various initiatives related to emotional well-being and mindfulness.

DDnard also gives speeches at prisons, hospitals, military bases, police forces, temples, schools, universities and government organizations throughout Thailand, and talks at venues worldwide.[9][2]

She has also advocated for ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles within the private equity sector. Her efforts have focused on integrating responsible investment practices to generate positive social and environmental impacts.[10]

In 2013, DDnard was selected as one of the '100 Greatest Thinkers of Thailand' by A Day Bulletin magazine, and her story was featured in the book 100 Interview The Thinker.[11]

Recognition

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In April 2025, DDnard received the "Leader of the Year" award at the Women Changing the World Awards in London. She was also given an Honourable Mention for the Duchess of York Golden Heart Award, recognising her contributions to entrepreneurship, mindfulness education, and philanthropy.[12]

Publications

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The Life Compass book series:

  1. The Life Compass 1: Compass of Life (December 2004)
  2. The Life Compass 2: Rules of Compass (December 2008)
  3. The Life Compass 3: Rules of Happiness (December 2009)
  4. The Life Compass 4: Compass NLP (July 2011)
  5. The Life Compass 5: Compass of Wealth (October 2012)
  6. 10th Anniversary Compass Series Box Set (March 2014)
  7. The Compass of Now (March 2013)
  8. The Life Compass 6: Compass of Happiness (January 2014)
  9. The Life Compass 7: Compass of Success (January 2014)
  10. The Life Compass 8: Compass of Bliss (2014)
  11. The Life Compass 9: Compass of Power (January 2016)
  12. The Life Compass 10: The Billionaires of Buddha's Lifetime (December 2016) [13]


References

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  1. ^ a b c d "Official website of DDnard". Retrieved 2024-12-05.
  2. ^ a b Women's Journal (2025-01-15). "How Dr. Ddnard's Greatest Challenges Fueled Her Rise as an International Businesswoman and Spiritual Teacher". Women's Journal. Retrieved 2025-04-30.
  3. ^ a b "Positioning Magazine: 7-11 Life Compass". 2008-06-05. Retrieved 2014-03-31.
  4. ^ a b "From Tibet to Thailand: Spiritual Leaders Facing Adversity to Share Authentic Wisdom". The Globe and Mail. Retrieved 2025-04-28.
  5. ^ a b c d "The Life Compass". A Day Bulletin (in Thai) (23). Thailand: เดย์โพเอทส์. 2008-12-26. Retrieved 2014-03-31.
  6. ^ "From Despair to Inspiring Millions: Meeting Thailand's Bestselling Author and Self-Help Guru DDnard". HuffPost UK. 2014-05-01. Retrieved 2024-12-05.
  7. ^ "About Master DDnard". Archived from the original on 2014-04-07. Retrieved 2014-03-31.
  8. ^ "Frost Magazine". 2014-03-11. Retrieved 2014-03-31.
  9. ^ "About DDnard". Compass of Now. Retrieved 2014-03-31.
  10. ^ "ESG Private Equity: A Legacy of Responsible Investment Poised to Shape the Future". Private Equity News UK. November 7, 2004.
  11. ^ 100 Interview The Thinker (in Thai). Thailand: เดย์โพเอทส์. 2013. ISBN 9786163270375. Retrieved 2014-03-31.
  12. ^ "Women Changing the World Awards – 2025 Winners". Women Changing the World. Retrieved 2025-04-30.
  13. ^ "DDnard's Books on MEB Market". Retrieved 2024-12-05.
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