I Lived as a Monk for 1 Year (here’s what happened)
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Discover the transformative journey of embracing Tai Chi and Daoist philosophy amidst the serene Wudang Mountains. This video narrates an enlightening experience of finding inner peace, resilience, and a harmonious connection with nature. Learn how ancient practices can offer solutions to modern-day challenges, fostering a sense of balance and purpose. Join this adventure to explore how spirituality and mindfulness can enhance your life and provide insights into the universal principles of harmony and interconnectedness.
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@George-Thompson 3 ай бұрын
Sending warm wishes for your onward journey!BTW - if you’d like to learn Tai Chi, Qi Gong and Taoist Philosophy with Master Gu, you can join his Free 4-Week Wellness Wisdom Course! ☯💪 Click the link to sign up 🫶👉 www.taoistwellness.online/free-course
@jkwho6437 3 ай бұрын
First time that a "free" course is actually fully free
@Bakarost 2 ай бұрын
You fake bro you go to china for this when all across euorpe are monks with 1000 plus years of history doing it traitor
@bl4358 2 ай бұрын
Hello. My english is not good. I wish to visit shaolin tempel, tai chi but I dont dare, so if posible to be with you and visit china. I living in Norway.
@rokreddirob121 2 ай бұрын
Hey George, I enjoyed the video, great shots and a interesting journey you have going. How does a foreigner make arrangements to spend a year or so at the schools in that area? Thanks!
@MartinKPettersson 3 ай бұрын
As someone who lived as a Theravadan Buddhist monk for 6 years traveling to different meditation centers where no phones where allowed I am awed by the photography and filmography that you made. Even now as a creator on KZfaq I can't make anything even close to this :) Storytelling is also engaging and feels like watching a documentary! The place you went to reminds me of Plumvillage in France where laypeople can come and practice with the monastics for an extended time without ordaining. It's a great experience for anyone wanting to see something different in life. Will be sure to look for more videos from you after viewing this masterpiece.
@lw3488 3 ай бұрын
thanks man i’ve wanted to do something like this but worried that i won’t be able to properly converse with the monastics at the temple but now that i’ve found out ab this i defo hv to check it out
@MartinKPettersson 3 ай бұрын
@Yes plumvillage is amazing. There are also lots of other centers with english speaking monastics. And if you focus on the meditation traditions of Buddhism then language is less of a barrier since you're quiet most of the time anyways ;) I actually did consider doing a video about some centers that welcome foreigners, I might just do that since it's something that does seem to interest a lot of people.
@Waltyworld 3 ай бұрын
I watched your video and I want to be a buddist 😊
@MartinKPettersson 3 ай бұрын
@orldI'm happy to hear you felt inspired by my video. Just want to point out that my purpose behind making it was not to make people turn into Buddhists, but rather to make people look at their lives and see if they're living the kind of lives that actually makes them happy. What path you choose after that can look in many ways. I highly recommend you start some kind of meditation practice. I have live streams of guided meditations every week and there are loads of videos here on youtube you can look at. Good luck with your practice :)
@George-Thompson 2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much Martin, just saw your channel, you are sharing awesome stuff. Sending good vibes for sharing these timeless teachings 🫶
@thenakedsingularity 3 ай бұрын
I am so happy for you. It's very rare that Westerners dedicate their lives to this art and it's truly great to see that you do.
@George-Thompson 3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@Bakarost 2 ай бұрын
Its bs its fake
@MrAdven 2 ай бұрын
@@Bakarost What exactly is fake?
@BeAmazed 3 ай бұрын
Incredible video! The storytelling, cinematic shots and editing flowed perfectly.
@Chxrli3 2 ай бұрын
Woah you here! Cool, you were my childhood.
@MelonInDisguise 2 ай бұрын
This is the last channel I expect to see here lmao, but 100% agree this videos editing and storytelling is top tier.
@George-Thompson 2 ай бұрын
Thanks Sam!! 🫶
@danmaertens7872 3 ай бұрын
I have been having a terrible time lately and I open YT and find this video and my life for a little while felt so enriched and healthy now. Thank you for sharing and creating this!
@George-Thompson 3 ай бұрын
I’m so glad Dan, sending love 💪☯️
@katherineross8343 3 ай бұрын
I feel similarly. I take it as a sign that it's time we change the collective cultural beliefs and the rhythm of modern life. I wish you luck in making the choices to enrich your own life!
@Toliver4real 3 ай бұрын
Every time I see anything posted from this channel I jump for my phone.Excellent content, as always
@George-Thompson 3 ай бұрын
You're the best, thanks for joining the adventure 🩷
@raginald7mars408 3 ай бұрын
addict
@johnreidy2804 3 ай бұрын
I am a Shaolin Monk and to do this for one year I give him credit
@iamnotfooled 3 ай бұрын
May the pure Dao survive and may there be good people who will keep it alive
@irislove369 3 ай бұрын
OMG, I am so glad to see the authentic Daoism still surviving in Wudang. Tears fall down. Hope to join you at Wudang oneday, Thomas. Thank you for the sharing. I am a Christian Buddhist. I am to retrieve my Daoism connection at proper timing.
@chepeman22810 3 ай бұрын
China is so beautiful, the people smiling tending to their craft and simply living may god continue to bless them endlessly
@Grazhul 10 күн бұрын
The People yes. The Country itself indeed. The politics... meh.
@katriinagrant9510 3 ай бұрын
George, what a beautiful video. I'm sure you have encouraged many of us viewers to go and witness this breathtakingly beautiful place and to connect with the people via Dao and the peace of the flowing movement. Thank you for your presentation.🙏🕊☀️
@George-Thompson 3 ай бұрын
Much love Katrina, thank you 🙏
@VasiliosBakagias 3 ай бұрын
Glad to be on this journey with you!
@marlenebrown4896 3 ай бұрын
So much beauty, balance, oneness, a deep calm and more...a wonderful practice... thank you for taking us along with you on your journey, it brings such peace and inspiration.
@forrestchristy6631 3 ай бұрын
10/10 content. Much appreciated
@ilarikoskimies4 3 ай бұрын
I can't believe how good this video was, thank you!
@jespermalmberg5846 3 ай бұрын
Absolutely amazing, thank you for documenting this, feels very needed in the world right now!
@ZsuzsannaSpiry 3 ай бұрын
So good to review your train trip to the Mountains! So good to review some of those amazing shoots you've done! So good to listen to your voice sharing your discoveries! In a nutshell, I loved it all! 😊🙏
@MasterZcoda 3 ай бұрын
Save travels. May your way be open and your connections grow. It is good to see you keep going. Thank you for sharing.
@cassandraarnold 3 ай бұрын
What a lovely synthesis of your journey and the path you invite us on. So excited you are going back again.
@markcaselius5993 3 ай бұрын
Really enjoy these videos. Watching them just makes the day seem a little brighter. And of course Master Gu is a treasure.
@nellprettywitty 3 ай бұрын
That was beautiful. It reminds me of why I study with Master Gu online and your courses as well.
@TheNewArtSchool 3 ай бұрын
Connection, practice, service. So inspiring!!!
@allanlee2412 3 ай бұрын
You are a lantern of light. Thank you, George, for your channel. Such awesome editing and content. You radiate love and warmth and authenticity. I wish I had you as a friend.
@tsotneshonia 2 ай бұрын
This was both beautiful and inspiring. Thank you so much for creating and sharing it 🙏
@samdarcy641 3 ай бұрын
Incredibly well put together! I wish this video was much longer
@satoriofficial 3 ай бұрын
Amazing video once again！
@maxxbenavente 3 ай бұрын
Eastern philosophies such as Buddhism, Taoism and so on, are so underrated in the West. They can be so therapeutic!
@barrymccockner458 21 күн бұрын
I won't go too deeply into it, but compared to Western religion(s), Taoism falls short. The concept of God being external/separate from the universe in which he created doesn't leave much room for "we are all the Tao experiencing itself subjectively is still considered "heresy" to this very day. Declaring oneself, essentially, to "be" God, is, to adherents of monotheistic/Abrahamic religions, blasphemous. Also, similar to Buddhism, it's a religion without any satisfying conclusions. It leaves one perpetually thirsty for wisdom, while never fully satiating them; it's a constant revolving door that many miss the point of all together. Whether western religions are factually accurate makes no difference when it comes to finding comfort and confidence in the world around us. The idea of a loving God will ALWAYS trump a philosophical circle jerk of a religion. It might be a means of finding balance and coping with life's struggles, but it will never truly compete with Christianity in the West. Sorry to be so blunt. I'm not trying to belittle you or anyone else trying to find peace by joining a Taoist monastery- just explaing WHY it hasn't and probably never will "gain significant popularity" in the West.
@mynestintheforest 3 ай бұрын
Beautifully narrated and put together. I love every minute of this video. Thank you George and all involved.
@alegh108 8 күн бұрын
This video was a blessing to watch ✨ thank you!
@MasterBlueSiytangco 3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your journey with Taijiquan and the Dao. It brings so much inspiration to my own path on this side of the pond. Your ability to remain honest and vulnerable about your life experiences is truly admirable!
@cameronbutton2573 3 ай бұрын
This is beautifully and respectfully edited, I feel more peaceful and I can’t wait to be envious of your future journeys.
@zavant 3 ай бұрын
Happy to see you pop up in my feed again; thank you for making these videos & sharing these ideas. Very cool!
@mangokp8572 3 ай бұрын
George, Thank you....this is probably the best of your videos. I could watch it for hours still. Can't wait for more if you have time
@fettywapofficial 3 ай бұрын
Been waiting for this one! You were definitely a big part of my introduction into daoism in my teens, you and Master Gu have influenced my life immensely! it’s awesome to get to see this whole adventure. Much love to you and Master Gu!!!
@roberthassler9821 2 ай бұрын
Wonderful Video! Gonna keep it for the future times. Thank‘s for your empowerment and having me remember to acknowledge the individual path of everyones life. 🙌
@dr.gaosclassroom 3 ай бұрын
So wonderful to see you benefiting from the ancient yet still relevant Taoist philosophy and its practice embodied in Taichi!! Thank you so very much for sharing your experience with us!! Please send my highest regards to Master Gu!!
@robowen5572 Ай бұрын
Gorgeous video, George! I loved every moment of it. Thank you for being who you and sharing what you have found.
@hc1897 3 ай бұрын
As a Chinese Christian, I am so happy you found your own path literally on the Way (Dao 道). Just walk on the Way for as long as it is speaking to you. With your practice may you find deep peace and great strength within yourself. ❤
@mieletea 3 ай бұрын
The way you see the world makes me feel at home. You're doing a wonderful thing. I hope you feel that in your bones.
@pattykelly1914 3 ай бұрын
Thank you, George. Thank you for sharing this story. Your video came to me at the perfect time. For the last six months I have been studying Qigong, and as I juggled the classes with my job and all of my other obligations, my Qigong practice became a source of stress, when it used to be my refuge. You reminded me that it's okay to feel anxious sometimes. But I tend to be very hard on myself in a sort of "you know better than this" self criticism. As your video showed, things happen in life. The road, the river, is not straight and I must bend with it. I hope that I will take this wisdom with me into my practice. To remember to be soft instead of trying so hard that I become rigid.
@martinjohnson4405 3 ай бұрын
新年快乐！ I’ve enjoyed watching you grow in your Taiji and Daoist practices and am looking forward to more of your adventures and growth.
@bracho86 3 ай бұрын
Beautiful Journey George!
@Tokeknudsen 3 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing your journey. I've dreamed of living as a monk my self, so wonderful to see it done 🌸🌸🌸
@namitorkaman5404 8 күн бұрын
I've recently experienced the peacefulness and joy of the present moment through meditation and felt the pure love hidden within us for the first time. I hope to try the monk lifestyle in the future, and I truly believe that the ultimate or most absolute meaning we can derive from this world is to feel more and be conscious of it. Stepping out of modern society might reveal what life really is. Sending everyone who is reading this love and peace.
@pascalavendano7338 3 ай бұрын
Your channel is so underrated! I found you back during the lockdowns, and your videos really made it more beautiful! So happy to see you going back to China in a month, wish you all the best!
@George-Thompson 3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!!
@autogenes 3 ай бұрын
The perspective you provided here is truly a privilege.
@louandbarb 3 ай бұрын
You are a masterful storyteller, George. You make the world a better place.
@vikaskm9 3 ай бұрын
I can see that calmness and tranquility on your face. Keep exploring. Thanks for spreading that message of Taoism.
@iridescentisaac3698 3 ай бұрын
You and a few other Taoist teachers have given me the framework for what I feel I'm going to base the rest of my life on. I can't thank you enough for this wisdom you're putting out there. This is lifechanging stuff for a lot of people.
@BryanCheong 3 ай бұрын
This was beautiful, thank you for sharing your journey with us
@ShekinahGwaii Ай бұрын
just signed up! thank you brother 🙏
@adrianwiewiorra-weijsenfel6905 3 ай бұрын
What a wonderful video George, thank you for sharing your journey and your thoughts.
@setzenmaxette5688 3 ай бұрын
a very beautiful and kind video, thank you so much. I'd love to see its continuation 🙏
@erikadrianpap2279 3 ай бұрын
Amazing! Enjoyed it a lot!
@OK-otic 3 ай бұрын
You have some incredible footage and this is an incredible production! Thank you for sharing your experience and the wisdom of daoism with the world. Daoism is a profound practice and I believe it can help many others in their life as it did for you. It has also changed my life in a profoundly positive way!
@shrutijadala1794 3 ай бұрын
This is sooo beautiful. Thank you for sharing
@George-Thompson 3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@stephbutler8704 3 ай бұрын
What a fabulous journey! Thank you so much for sharing it with us🙏🏾 ❤
@laurabenitez1936 3 ай бұрын
George, I’ve followed your whole journey since you were in China for the first time and this video beautifully ties everything that you went through 😊 I wish you good health and energy to keep sharing these valuable lessons to us all
@patrickcarroll624 3 ай бұрын
Brilliant stuff as always! I've been watching since you first went to Wudang all those years ago, and it's amazing to see your journey. I can totally see why the emporers of China attached such importance to mountains - I can say from my own experience in China that there really is something special about it. I hope I can finally make it back there some day soon and experience it again! Best wishes.
@lifeonretreat 15 күн бұрын
George! What an amazing video and story. A crazy place to get stuck in 2020 - so glad you found your refuge and arrived where you needed to be.
@velo_GG 19 күн бұрын
outstanding cinematography!
@salimzenzouni 3 ай бұрын
People like you who show us, in their own and subtle way, the worthiness and the beauty in life. People like you nurture hope and feed the soul of humanity.
@TheCaryHenriquez 3 ай бұрын
Great video George!!
@Lieutenant-Dan 3 ай бұрын
Love this, I followed your journey previously but watching this was really nice.
@12SA472012 3 ай бұрын
You know, George, I’ve been following you for the last many years. And watching your journey also reminds me of my own, how life has changed. In a way, your channel is the only constant in my chaotic life. Had I not discovered Taoism, i dont know what i would have resonated with. It calms down my borderline life and encourages me to accept the tides of life.
@Chickarina1 3 ай бұрын
This was a beautiful video George. Probably one of my favorites. I look forward to new videos from Wudang! ✨
@harriehoutman5154 Ай бұрын
Lovely, well made, inspiring. keep up the devine spark. 🙏
@VIPEFFECT 2 ай бұрын
This video was beautiful! Thankyou
@peterfarnsworth9495 3 ай бұрын
Another beautiful video .thank you .I like the three messsages at the end . Suited to everyone especially young who are looking for purpose in life . Good story telling - please post more ! Seeing Wu Ming doing tai chi in the snow would be great future project . I am inspired
@Dannsandiego 3 ай бұрын
What a lovely story you are creating. Thank you for sharing it.
@maximilianonunez5780 3 ай бұрын
What an incredible and powerful message man, thank you for sharing
@sylvanstrength7520 3 ай бұрын
Much love to you always, George ❤🙏
@maxduewel54 3 ай бұрын
Awesome story ! Thanks for sharing it with us
@DarckJosnei 3 ай бұрын
Awesome video, dude. So good!
@rbvp45 3 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing your journey!
@johntruong7646 Ай бұрын
Everything has already been said & express so I'm speechless. Very moving inspirational, awesome footages beautiful scenery my body and mind actually was calmer afterwards. Thanks
@ThaFunkster100 3 ай бұрын
I really enjoyed this video, thanks for posting.
@getlostwithde 2 ай бұрын
What the heck did I just watch? This is the first video I have watched of yours, and I haven’t been as captivated and moved (goosebumps and eyes welled up with tears, multiple times) by a video in a long time. This spoke to my soul. I needed to watch this. Thank you 🙏
@georgewright9223 3 ай бұрын
Wow George, this video is beautiful. It might just be the best one I have seen on your channel and I was here watching that first trip to China, when you desperately wanted to chase Kung Fu, but accidentally found Tai Chi instead! Been here ever since and watched you grow along your journey. It's been surreal as a viewer too as you had so much anxiety in the beginning and look at you today! Well done! My journey has been similar. From atheist in my 20's to now ticking those 3 "boxes" in my 30's and living in connection with the universe (Tao) I feel very blessed. Really excited to see you back in China! I bet it feels like an age for you! Cannot wait
@MatthijsvanDoesburg 3 ай бұрын
Beautiful edit sir! And... Practice is the path ⚕️
@michaelyako5976 2 ай бұрын
Very nice format video very much enjoying this style of content and quality video
@voidisyinyangvoidisyinyang885 3 ай бұрын
very cool doc!!! Scenic - beautiful video.
@thechrisgeisler 3 ай бұрын
This is beautiful brother
@emmajk7433 3 ай бұрын
Thank you for your video, and congratulations on finding your path
@milanamakeyev81 3 ай бұрын
truly unbelievable!! thank you for this video of your journey
@kenkajoto4746 3 ай бұрын
Excellent quality show, nice job. Message is profound.
@JoyceDierschke 3 ай бұрын
George I absolutely love your videos and all of your content! Thank you so much.
@akashicpriestess 3 ай бұрын
Incredible journey, incredible video Thank you so much!!
@mitskisdreamgirl 3 ай бұрын
This is incredible! Thank you
@mushinrhino6787 3 ай бұрын
Gorgeous George thank you I’ve been watching your videos for years and love them
@susyelbaz261 3 ай бұрын
Great content. Thanks
@KiNNiK69 3 ай бұрын
Underviewed Video Crazy insightful and so compressed full of flow Thank you
@thechristopher473 3 ай бұрын
love your channel mate
@ramoncordova1859 3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing my friend, just inspiring
@finnconaty4036 3 ай бұрын
amazing video man
@charliefowkes1932 3 ай бұрын
Good luck George 🍀great video
@johngarbutt2857 3 ай бұрын
Happy lunar new year, George! 🎉
@ryanmiller1111 3 ай бұрын
Beautiful story, thank you for sharing.
@seferoglu_md 3 ай бұрын
This is an amazing video, so inspiring...Thank you🙏
@lilyt6930 3 ай бұрын
Awesome video.
@nadavlapidottal3208 3 ай бұрын
Thank you for the video
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