My Life as a Monk

My Life as a Monk | Ask Andy

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Headspace co-founder and former Buddhist monk, Andy Puddicombe, answers your questions about life in the monastery, from what they eat to the languages they speak.
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Learn to meditate in ten minutes a day with the Headspace app. Each day, it delivers a new guided meditation based on teachings that Andy Puddicombe, Co-founder of Headspace, learned during the ten years he spent studying meditation and mindfulness in monasteries across Asia.
The first series, Basics, is completely free and teaches the basics of meditation and mindfulness. After that, via subscription, Headspace offers hundreds of hours of original content tailored to the specific needs of each user. Themed meditation packs are supported by a host of content, including animations, articles and videos in the playful, quirky style that makes Headspace instantly recognizable. Along with daily meditations, Headspace also offers On-The-Go exercises for users short on time and SOS sessions to support subscribers in those meltdown moments.

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@alizahhassan1702 3 жыл бұрын

I just finished watching the series on Netflix and its so funny to put a face to Andys soothing voice

@emms8 3 жыл бұрын

@Alizah Hassan: i just started the 1st episode and as he was talking about him being a monk & all that, i had to find out who this 'Andy' person was/is which led me here 😅 Love the Q & A session getting to know Andy 😊

@blackbeardadventures7374 3 жыл бұрын

Pretty cool right? I would suggest subscribing if you have'nt. It's pretty cool

@gouthamr5691 3 жыл бұрын

which series?

@emms8 3 жыл бұрын

@@gouthamr5691 : Its headspace 'Guide to Meditation' on netflix

@jbal4284 2 жыл бұрын

IKR

@derkomissar100 3 жыл бұрын

When I'm struggling with anxiety and depression, I watch and listen to Andy and it always helps me. Thanks for that.

@bananeneter999 10 ай бұрын

Same, the guy just radiates good peaceful vibes. He and his voice introduced me to meditation and I am very grateful for him

@worldview730 Ай бұрын

Very therapeutic

@carlosg2843 3 жыл бұрын

Looking that young at 47... Meditation has definitely paid off!

@3leggedsharkkickssurferinballs 3 жыл бұрын

Dang. Really? He looks amazing!

@carlosg2843 3 жыл бұрын

@@3leggedsharkkickssurferinballs Well according to Google of course LOL

@makowski3585 3 жыл бұрын

@Bungee if only christian priests meditated a bit more...

@Skiptondesigns 3 жыл бұрын

47 isn't old..what are you going on about???

@zachery1christopher 3 жыл бұрын

He's 47 huh?... I'm sure he's done a lot at the monastery.. (Cock's back AMT 1911 'Hardballer)

@nicollebatista2285 2 жыл бұрын

Alternative title: "My Life as an Air Nomad" | Ask Aang. Thanks Andy, for the very light content, only seeing you remembering the life experiences you've gone through with a big smile reinforces the lessons you transmit to us.

@TheSpiritualSavage 3 жыл бұрын

As you were talking about scratching the itch, I had one right below my knee. I just let it go and asked what is an itch, then I realized it really isn't a discomfort when I just observe it and not react to it.

@justbrowsing7565 Жыл бұрын

I've been listening to Andy only on the headspace app for a few months now and it's completely helped me with my sleep, anxiety and I wouldn't call it depression but it's made me I guess more mindful and greatful for what I have. Since my child was born two years ago which I feel blessed with I've found I'm unfortunatrly not that calm, maybe sometimes loving or confident as I thought I was, and thats been hard to accept and deal with. Andy has really helped me through that app and for that I am absolutely and totally completely grateful. I wish one day to meet you randomly and we become friends, or atleast meet a friend like you because for me you are a gift to this world and nowadays there's not many of them.

@rp_snow5089 8 ай бұрын

Thanks Andy! Your voice always helps me calm down and find peace

@nicholasantonellis6132 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing videos Andy! So helpful :) When I was 17 I started with headspace and now I'm 25 doing a 3 month meditation retreat this winter and planning to ordain as a Buddhist monk after in Myanmar/Thailand.

@JaspervR1111 3 жыл бұрын

If you need any help, let me know. I've meditated in multiple monasteries in Myanmar and am connected to a few western Bhikkhus (monks) who might be able to help you further.

@JaspervR1111 3 жыл бұрын

@@BlackSkyZ2 send me a message on Facebook. Just search for my name, I have the same profile pic. There we can talk more and I can give you some info that might help you out. Cheers

@tommoylan7069 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this. I have visitied some Theravada monasteries and lived as a layperson in some Chinese monasteries and loved the experience. I may finish out my life in that context. As much as I admire your resolution to ordain, which is a truly heroic decision, especially for a (usually) rather pampered Westerners, I might also add that many bodhimandas offer opportunities for supportive laypersons to enjoy extended spells of semi-monastic life.

@acajudi100 3 жыл бұрын

I have done written, audio and video journals, since age 15 to my present 79th year. God help us from these evil demons, and I thank you. Use the audio voice apps and the recorder on your laptop etc. Thank you so much..

@heidizee5144 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for answering my question, Andy. It was helpful in several ways, like looking at food cravings in a different light, similar to an itch. Being mindful and aware and allowing time to do so comes with so many benefits. Appreciated your answer to the diet question as well, and as a fellow vegan, the reminder to be grateful for our food. Thank you for the impact you’re making for so many people around the world. Your calm and encouraging words always help me start my day in the best possible way.

@waterkingdavid Жыл бұрын

Interesting observation about comparing food cravings to an itch. Noticing that both arise and pass away in time can be a starting point to eventually realizing that everything arises and passes away. Bless you Heidi 🙏.

@yoursubconscious 3 жыл бұрын

"if you look behind the eyes, you will find the truth" is my translation when you said, "We would just look at each other". That "next level" of questioning without trying to question. - great talk. thanks.

@dizzydino1 3 жыл бұрын

Such an honest Guy, made me laugh, cause He laughed about his memories regarding language while training, great stuff bless you mate xx

@Rose-eo1fw 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Andy, for creating Headspace and for sharing your experience of being a monk!

@josephmcveigh872 5 ай бұрын

You are helping the world thank you

@Zukinnicalcetini 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Andy ♥️ thank you for teaching me meditation

@allancuseo7431 3 жыл бұрын

So glad I found this and now know more about Andy…love his meditation work

@toutestpossiblegm7007 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Andy, thanks for sharing your story. . . and helping so many people find their very own

@CrueLoaf 5 ай бұрын

I enjoy the Headspace tool and coincidentally am studying Buddhism. Reading the Tricycle magazine regularly which is amazing.

@berkayuygun1085 3 жыл бұрын

I love this guy and his way of telling his stories, opions, feelings and thoughts... I am very grateful to meet him and experience what he and his group have done to me. Thanks a lot!

@p.z.970 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thank you :) Have been using the headspace app for many years. I love it so much.

@sheron_kitchilan 3 жыл бұрын

The voice ! So the headspace voice has a real owner, so soothing !!!

@losloser1511 3 жыл бұрын

He has such comforting beautiful voice 😌

@ahmadkarim15 3 жыл бұрын

I am soo thankful to you Andy, you give me hope every day especially while I am going through a difficult time.

@amandatrayes5272 3 жыл бұрын

I love Headspace. Thanks, Andy.

@agustinaquintero729 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Andy I live in Argentina. I read your book 'Mindfulness'. Nice to hear your voice!!! Lots of love and peace

@misspsychiclady7979 3 жыл бұрын

thank you so much for trying to get more and more people to meditate! i think it’s great that you have a series on netflix, i think it makes people more curious about it when it’s on netflix.. it might catch their eye. meditation is so amazing and is such a great practice i’m so happy more and more people are learning and practicing it :)

@enricolaan6034 3 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU ANDY!

@dabananasauce7610 3 жыл бұрын

Man this guy is lovely, honestly I really like him.

@chisandia1 2 жыл бұрын

Just wanted to say thanks to Andy. I am so grateful for your meditations on headspace. It has changed my life.

@AL_EVOz 3 жыл бұрын

I want to thank you Andy and Eve so much for the mediation app and Netflix series. I had trouble sleeping and the mediation for the past 2 weeks have been lifting for me. Thank you so much!

@xdbxlsilvio3681 3 жыл бұрын

So chill to listen

@magpie913 3 жыл бұрын

So much interesting content lately! 💕

@EwelinaWu 3 жыл бұрын

The most beautiful voice of the internets. Nice to connect it with the face.

@alexpgsv1995 3 жыл бұрын

i’ve never heard him talk about it, but i actually had those same thoughts while meditating the other day, regarding andy talking about the itch. i was in such a deep state of tranquility, then an itch came up out of nowhere. i wanted to scratch it so bad but my mind just kept telling me not to. after about a minute, it just went away and i felt so at peace. thought it was interesting that i watch a video on him covering that about 2 days later.

@sundar6568 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@moderncontemplative Жыл бұрын

I salute your commitment and am happy to hear you share your experiences regarding living the monk life. I’ve been in robes for almost 4 years. I’ve definitely thought about disrobing numerous times, but I cherish this lifestyle more than the lifestyle I lived as a householder. I always tell people that anyone who has been a monk for even a couple of weeks, will have lots of memories they cherish and some keen insights about this fathomless stream we call life.

@cindyleavitt8948 2 жыл бұрын

Love the videos where you see Andy!

@meadowlife5902 3 жыл бұрын

Love these vids

@vaportibaby 3 жыл бұрын

Andy is such an interesting person. Hope there's a section in Headspace where you just get to interview him haha

@Arandyfatdude 3 жыл бұрын

He has an 300+ page autobiography/memoir out, might be worth a read for you.

@vaportibaby 3 жыл бұрын

billy_p26 I can't seem to find it. Only his 3 meditation books. Is it really out yet?

@lukemyles1367 3 жыл бұрын

Put him on joe rogan

@herkhiles 3 жыл бұрын

G Hey! I’m actually 2 hours into the audiobook “Get Some Headspace” by him and so far he mostly has been describing his story up to this point with a few techniques and things about meditation. But like i said up to this point it’s mostly about his story and how he got into meditation, either way I definitely think you would like it so I recommend it even though I have 6 hours left of it , I still like it a lot because it’s his voice so it feels just like Headspace in a way! :) and yes he is such an interesting person! I look up to him, he’s an awesome guy indeed.

@analuisanogueirabeda9565 3 жыл бұрын

You're the voice behind de videos!! I don't what you looked like in my head but I think you were the little brain character for some reason haha. Your app really helped me get more interested in meditation because it just presented it in a light doable way, so thanks

@jackriley603 3 жыл бұрын

Love his voice

@philforrence 3 жыл бұрын

Literally fascinating. Thank you so much for sharing that. I feel much better about... making choices in life and that being acceptable.

@leonklausing5844 3 жыл бұрын

After almost a year of hearing only Andy's voice on the Headspace Podcast, on the app and on Netflix, it's reeeally strange to see him speak in a video ahhaah, it's also really nice to see fotos of the monasteries and his trips. Every time he talks about his experiences I never know how to imagine retreats and Monasteries😂

@StrictlyChosen 3 жыл бұрын

I have extreme itches on my scalp and ears which is caused no good.. bleeding n so on this video has really helped thank you dear

@dedado666 3 жыл бұрын

I love this guy

@cesarmorales4389 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for headspace on Netflix, it'd been very helpful for my mind.

@nina755 3 жыл бұрын

There is an app called headepace too

@cesarmorales4389 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!! I'm going to try it

@selflovedoodlexixi 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I really enjoy the sharing

@SoulLemonful 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andy :)

@gemborinzin9661 Жыл бұрын

most inspiring information of a monk in a new environment . It is a voluntary decision where nobody forces .

@chantalbaxter9126 3 жыл бұрын

How do you watch this without falling asleep? His voice is so soothing.

@bassweapon 3 жыл бұрын

Man... Andy is so cool, and that jacket is also beautiful. I will try to find something like that.

@freqnlodown 2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad I made the choice to watch this.

@chanelwhitaker708 3 жыл бұрын

Finally a face to Andy

@skizz_ 2 жыл бұрын

I wanted to put a face to the voice but wasn't expecting to see bald Christoph Waltz. Great show Andy, helped me out a lot, thanks.

@Meowwolfwarrior 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely not crazy 😮 it is a very deep and personal experience to know how this works on different levels

@kristenrymer9975 3 жыл бұрын

i love ur voice

@lindaatteo1922 3 жыл бұрын

So interestingly

@CubanCubeFan 3 жыл бұрын

Really interesting. I think the questions were excellent.

@DualFrodo 3 жыл бұрын

Yeshe Losal at 0:29! If anyone in the UK is interested, there's a monastery called Kagyu Samye Ling in the scottish borders that is well worth a visit. I used to go there as often as possible

@SharonVeeLee 3 жыл бұрын

Is that Gelong Thubten's monastery?

@DualFrodo 3 жыл бұрын

@@SharonVeeLee He was ordained at Samye Ling, but I don't know if he's still there

@KhamPisethOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Grateful. We have the same Master 00:27

@selfinflictedjoy 3 жыл бұрын

That's why restaurants call it a Buddha Bowl...consists of small portions of several foods

@caveri100 3 жыл бұрын

What was your name in the monasteries? I have just found you, I am so inspired by your beautiful words, from Norway 🇳🇴 with love ❤️ Om Shanti Kaveri Om 🕉

@nellie... 2 жыл бұрын

My therapist recommended your channel. 👍

@wise_nut 3 жыл бұрын

Omg andy! Feel like you’re very close to me everyday!! Lol (headspace user)

@lediephaison6893 3 жыл бұрын

I’ll have to try really hard to understand what you are saying. Thank’s a lot !

@danw918 2 жыл бұрын

As a lay person, sit a couple of vipassana and then you'll know so much more about your bodily sensations, especially itches and the feeling of beads of sweat trickling down your body.

@olivermatias2349 3 жыл бұрын

Would be interested to know what made him stop being a monk

@christofferandersen1906 3 жыл бұрын

I remember hearing that he wanted to teach people how to meditate, but being when being a monk I felt it alienated people. This was because it was hard for people to relate to him as a monk. He felt it was better to stop being a monk to serve his life's purpose (teaching meditation).

@sharmishtaa 3 жыл бұрын

money

@olivermatias2349 3 жыл бұрын

@@christofferandersen1906 thanks - makes sense 👍😊🙏

@silveryfeather208 3 жыл бұрын

@@sharmishtaa money or no money, the advice he gives is helpful

@sharmishtaa 3 жыл бұрын

@@silveryfeather208 buddhist teachings not his advice, anyway, feather meet u later.

@peacefulpisces5336 3 жыл бұрын

Aware you are Andy fascinating

@colleenok2417 3 жыл бұрын

The music is overwhelming the video. Please mix better and turn it down while he talks.

@kristenrymer9975 3 жыл бұрын

yep HEADSPACE DO IT

@_tolly 3 жыл бұрын

yeah guys it's a BIT MUCH :)

@anandakai8028 3 жыл бұрын

wow the background music sounds so familiar...are they some medley from Headspace focus music?

@voxquivive3303 3 жыл бұрын

I had a similar situation with the eating of animals. During Tsok practice in the Tibetan dharma centre where I lived for many years we were expected to accept all offerings without considering them pure or impure - it included meat (but hey not alcohol - and I wonder how many of my dharma family would have easily consumed the impure substance with one pointedness if it was horse manure rather than roasted lambs) I always refused the meat. During a Kurukulla Drubchen it was a considerable taboo when I refused the meat offerings. Then I learnt of the writing of Jigme Lingpa and other great tibetan scholars who refused to eat others. It is simply anathema to the buddha dharma to nourish yourself on beings who did not want to die. That should be a first principle of ahimsa or satyagraha. Those of us not in danger of imminent starvation should not easily eat those who did not want to die and suffered as a result of our high minded philosophy that we will accept both pure and impure offerings. Crikey - a dead animal who wanted to live ends up on the table as an impure offering - thats just the inverse of loving kindness and it is wrong on so many levels.

@remi1955 3 жыл бұрын

Such a soothing voice, can the headspace student plan be available in NZ?

@louisesouthgate5231 3 жыл бұрын

Very interesting.... may I ask where you grew up?

@mysteryinnit4752 3 жыл бұрын

I have bipolar his Netflix series is changing my life in a positive way

@DaveEdin 3 жыл бұрын

Please tone the music down. Andy has a soothing voice, but the music is drowning him out. I've done 2 minutes and need to stop the video.

@sabvrao 3 жыл бұрын

Same here. Not sure what they think they want to achieve with the add on drama layer onto something simple and honest .

@timetoreason181 3 жыл бұрын

@@sabvrao Yes, "...extra drama layer onto something simple and honest..." yes

@AM-eg9ji 3 жыл бұрын

Ignore the itch.

@lilme7052 Жыл бұрын

@@AM-eg9ji It can be an auditory disorder finding it difficult to hear with the music.

@cygnusvideo 3 жыл бұрын

At 0:28 is that Tai Situ rinpoche?

@worldview730 Ай бұрын

5:06, I have a body full of very irritating Mosquito bites, so I will exercise this mindful technique & see what it's all about. What have I got to lose some but an annoying itch

@alexeykulikov2739 3 жыл бұрын

Been meditating with Headspace for 3+ years daily with very little success. Maybe live guidance is very important. Still, Andy, you are the man. Great questions and answers.

@hohlph 3 жыл бұрын

Alexey Kulikov what success do you expect and why ? Meditating daily for 3+ years IS your great success 👏🏻

@3leggedsharkkickssurferinballs 3 жыл бұрын

@@hohlph Truth! That IS a successful endeavour. I think we need to be realistic in terms of what we expect meditation to do for us. It's not a magical eraser of stress or worry. Those living the life of a Buddhist Monk are living a life conducive to having the mindset of Buddhist Monks. Most of us here in the western world are NOT living a life conducive to that. We have bills; taxes; jobs; children; spouses; inlaws; divorces; etc etc. And all the stress that goes with that. Just bring awareness to everything you're experiencing and doing. No labelling; no judgement. Just notice. Just witness. That's all we need do. Meditation helps facilitate that. Keep it simple. That's all. You're allowed to be human in the meantime. It's not a crime ;)

@80Vikram 3 жыл бұрын

Please don't add such a loud background music in all your videos

@thesage90 3 жыл бұрын

Hey I know that voice from the guided meditation series on Netflix lol

@igoratwork 3 жыл бұрын

Would anyone know which teacher/monastery Andy is referring to as the one that best connected with him? Please accept my gratitude to anyone able to help with this question. This time stamp: 9:58

@missy2543 3 жыл бұрын

Good story. The music is distracting though.

@MyVinylRips 3 жыл бұрын

I'd love to have a beer with that guy

@anthonykrall2978 3 жыл бұрын

Here at 369k subs

@fatgirlboy9341 2 жыл бұрын

i wasn’t itchy before watching the video

@keesblokorg 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, just one thing, could you turn down the background music next time? It's very loud some parts.

@user-kf6no1lz4k 9 ай бұрын

May we know which monastery and teacher you got the most benefit from?

@MrLzSmash 3 жыл бұрын

i wanna b a monk

@shiftcontrol2802 2 жыл бұрын

Let's talk about life and different perspectives....feeling bored and lonely. Anybody interested?

@blackbeardadventures7374 3 жыл бұрын

Just a question to Andy. What do you mean by '..used to be a monk?..' Is being ordained not for life?

@puneet7768 3 жыл бұрын

Which monastery did you go to in India?

@_stoykov6953 3 жыл бұрын

Ordination is not a gym membership ! ! ! Nevertheless, thank you for promoting meditation!

@truthseeker7759 3 жыл бұрын

'...ordination is not a gym membership...' yup very true. But it is how few people gain promotional qualifications for future business ventures. Selling the free Dhamma repackaged for few quids.

@Genny-Zee 3 жыл бұрын

Watching this gave me idea of a comedy film of an intense Western man who travels to Tibet to become a chillaxed monk

@levihoward4470 3 жыл бұрын

Andy what’s it like to be an. Monk and I am interested as a an monk I love to meditate I Am also Japanese I been a monk and I like to have supernatural abilities as a monk