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"I'm still young, so maybe... I'm not supposed to understand it yet" I don't know why but I love that

Everybody’s gangster until they hear about Bruce.

I have fulfilled myself a dream 3 months ago and go to a Kung Fu school here in germany. I was very fascinated by this martial art since my very childhood and after watching your video I had the courage to go there and met these people. It's difficult for me, to meet new people and i was motivated by your story, because you decided to do the same but in a different country. You probably won't see this but I thought i had to thank you. I train almost every free minute to become as good as I can.

Me: "wow. This is so inspiring." Also me: *shove doritos into my mouth*

High gpa, speaks german, english and chinese. How can we mortals even compete with you man?

Damn this dude is a walking anime show. Grows up in a monk temple learning to fight while befriending a stray dog that accompanies him through the intense training regime. Dog later dies and is forever an eternal friend.

Rest in peace, Bruce. Love that you gave him his own mention. He looks like such a handsome pupper.

Spirituality that is expressed, is not spirituality. Beautiful! Thank you so much for sharing your persistence, hard work and personal story. This is truly inspiring and highly respected. Thank you, and Bruce. Much love to you and your loved ones.♥

Anton - Disciplined warrior Ranton - Shits on the floor Seems legit

not to be racist or anything since I myself am chinese, but this guy is the embodiment of Chinese stereotypes, he’s humble, a top student, AND a Kung fu disciple. What every Asian parent wants for their kid xD

10:47 very beautiful scenery

Thank you for the great video dude! Very passionately I trained for over 15 years in NYC in a few different “styles” of Kung Fu and have to say, aside from the obvious, one of the best things I got from it was the brother/sister hood, the meals in Chinatown with those same people and that feeling that one cannot put into words! 🙏🏻 I have since retired from the scene as of 5 years ago and miss it daily. Please keep making videos! You connect myself (and all the others that relate in the same way as myself) back to one of the most magical times in our lives. 😊 thank you.

So you’re just gonna leave me here at 4am crying over Bruce?

Then he became doctor strange

Bruce reminds me of the saying "even dogs have the Buddha nature"

I dont know why but theres something inspiring and calming watching ranton preform moves, we know him as a normal funny, high energy goofball, but then you preform the moves with such dedication and seriousness, making every move perfect without inperfection, real moves me ❤️

“Spirituality that is expressed is not spirituality” damn

Now this, this is a story..

I still come back to this video when I feel like I need a little comfort when I don't know where I'm at, just as a way to take a step back like Ranton did. I think I like the video the more time I watch it, never gets old.

Really inspiring video. Cool to see someone accomplish things while out of their element. Appears you've learned a lot from your training. I love the fact your humble and care for the animals. Keep up the good work.👍

"How did you go from Shaolin Monk to gaming KZfaqr?" -everybody

Press "F" to pay respect for Bruce RIP

This is an excellent video, man. Serves as a unique and very heartfelt autobiographical story. Very well done.

I love rewatching this video. It's so well made and beautiful.

Still waiting for the part where they teach airbending.

This man is a shaolin monk that's a top student and speaks 3 languages fluently. *damn*

this is amazing, that must have really been a life changing experience

Mad props, bro! I'm really glad you took that path in your life and it turned out well for you :) After watching your video, I'm full of awe and also I'm sure that the Shaolin way of life is not for me, as it's even harder on many different levels than I have ever imagined. Nonetheless, really happy for you :)

This is the kind of experience that most people will never have, so it is very unique to you. Some of your viewers that like your reviews might not go in for this sort of thing... but this is the one that got me to subscribe.

Man... Why did you have to drop Bruce on us? That face turned me into a crying baby.

Thank you, man! Your story of your ups and downs, about searching your place and about your live in Shaolin is very interesting and inspiring. A lot of "food for thoughts".

Wow, I just found your channel few hours ago, and I have already watched 3 episodes. Your story is so bad ass, so you like a real life superhero ... Like Batman and Green Arrow and Iron Fist life brought you to a legendary monk temple, where through very hard training you became a total bad ass very fast and then you return to your home town to bring justice! Damn!

Damn, i wish i could afford getting lost and going on a spiritual journey.

"spirituality that is expressed is not spirituality" that made my day

Broke my heart with Bruce, well done young man.

A journey like that is for no reason. It shows the very beginning of your determination. You can be very proud of what you managed to accomplish. Beautiful and wonderful experience, I’m sure.

Top 10 anime backstories.

You're all gangster until you guys meet the Shaolin Soccer Team

Absolutely awesome . Very inspiring . Thank you for sharing. May you shine on & stay blessed. 🙏🏼

Wow what a journey! Congrats for your courage and strength 🙏 amazing video thanks for sharing! RIP Bruce 😥🐶

"Spirituality that is expressed is not spirituality." This line made a lot of sense to me. It's akin to when you're making a life change, or intending to undertake a large project that you tell people about, advertising it seems as if you're taking the energy and spirit out of your intent. I think in the process of trying to promote and flex ourselves in front of others, that we're really just after the short-term satisfaction and validation that people give us -- not the internal validation and satisfaction that comes from the pursuit of evolving ourselves. Wise words, indeed.

"Having to go into splits early in the morning at -20 Celcius makes you rethink life choices"

You are special young man. I wish you the best, good luck with the rest of your life experience!

I'm so glad I came across your video. It tells a great story. Years after the first I watched it and I'm rewatching today.

“Their endless patience with me.” I imagine that being able to hit students with a stick would alleviate some frustration, yes.

First of all.... Three years? Very serious face? Travelling and Searching? Prince Zuko CONFIRMED

Ranton, it would be interesting to hear about food habits/diet in the temple, what and when did you eat, how it’s prepared and served. Thanks!

I was fascinated by this and a bit heartbroken to hear about Bruce. I'm sorry for the loss. Much respect for the journey.

Bruce had beautiful warm eyes.

Master: *hits Ranton with stick* Ranton: Oh yea, I like that shit

This was an amazing story! Thank you! This is a beautiful place in Shaolin Temple.

What an experience! You're really a fortunate soul.

You're what we call a "doer". Someone who goes and actually does what they want... Most of us are "thinkers"

As a depressed college student, I think you made the right choice not going to college right away and had a better experience.

Wow! this was seriously awesome and thank you very much for sharing your life stories in the Shaolin.

Thank you for sharing your incredible journey I am originally from Ireland and now live in the United States. Pennsylvania! I have been martial artist all my life. Mainly Mu Gen Do kickboxing which is my passion. I have studied many other forms. traditional karate, boxing, TKD feet one do and Kempo. I have deep respect and admiration for the Shaolin monks their philosophy and spirituality. I am inspired by your story and also felt sad about Bruce. It is this connection to life our potential and as you said in closing. When we expense pain and joy it is when we truly understand relationships wont others and ourselves. Again thank you Irish blessings . Sensei Kennedy

That was an awesome watch!!! I would love to go study there one day!

Came here before the For Honor video as instructed 🤷🏽‍♂️

*No alarm clocks there… just a fresh slap with a bamboo stick in the morning*

enjoy every moment ..even the stick. thank you for sharing this lovely story

imagine a robber robbing a shaolins monks house

Wow dude, super insightful. I’m jealous of your amazing and awesome experience. Thanks for sharing your insights

Namaskaram 🙏🏼 just cried with your story, it's so beautiful and I'm at Isha Yoga Center now with Sadhguru. Incredible video, the movements on your body, mastering energy, I didnt even know this temple but your life sharing it touched me very deep 🙏🏼 Shambho

extreme temperatures and situations, beastings and pain, down time and close friendships forged from this... is it just me, or is this very similar to the military, basic training for me. Brilliant video Ranton!

This being my first video that I watched of him I thought this was a serious channel focused on Shaolin stuff, but turns out he is an absolute mad lad

Everyone's like: "This vid must be interesting, Shaolin Temple, fascinating!" and then they hear the story about Bruce. Damn, your voice and that soft Chinese music made me cry.

This is soooo relatable in so many way.... wow.... I'm glad I'm not alone. I'm grateful I've heard your experience... It makes me contemplate.

Everybody gangsta till master shifu rolls up

10:06 is the move i make everyday when i come back from office

*rest in peace bruce*

Omg Bro what a video , Just love the Way you done all this ! Amazing

I'm crying, such a good experience! Thanks

Bruce wanted to learn Kung fu so he went, and he shall come back one day...

"Im still young so maybe i'm not supposed to understand it yet". So humble and so true. Something westerners have forgotten.

What a great experience. Really cool footage. you live a life that many dream of

I am very impressed with what you're doing here, in this video and on this channel. I don't think I remember learning your name. But, the few videos of yours I've watched about your training, the Shaolin Temple, and even yourself (being Chinese specifically), I have learned a great deal about you. And, I am grateful. I have a Podbean podcast channel, and have put off continuing to work on developing it, because I didn't and don't like the way I sound. I understand why that is. In these videos I've watched of yours, I see all your energy & curiosity, and how they've been put to good use. Including your willingness to be vulnerable. Your vulnerability in these videos has become a very powerfully positive thing. That's what I learned and realized what I needed to do in my podcasts was to be vulnerable. But, I've been getting hung up on anticipating all the trolls and deviant minded people out there. I will break through, in part because of your example. I have very interesting stories and experiences I think you and other will like, including training in Martial Arts. Thanks again for your story and experiences.

Long ago, the four nations lived together in harmony. Then, everything changed when the Fire Nation attacked. Only the Avatar, master of all four elements, could stop them, but when the world needed him most, he vanished. A hundred years passed and my brother and I discovered the new Avatar, an airbender named Aang, and although his airbending skills are great, he has a lot to learn before he's ready to save anyone. But I believe Aang can save the world.

That doggo story almost made me cry nawh dammit I hate my weakness for dogs

a great story! love the history and the journey

This was a very inspirational video and I’m glad that you found yourself hopefully one day I can take a journey and find myself also

''Spirituality that is expressed is not spirituality.'' Very well said.

-and that’s how I became the last air bender

Hi mate. Your channel is amazing thanks for sharing your experiences with us all. Kind regards.

I really enjoyed this video. Thanks for sharing!

How tf a shaolin monk become a spicy meme boi ?

As someone graduating soon, thanks for sharing your story of feeling lost and finding yourself.

“Allow me to demonstrate the skill of Shaolin the special technique of shadow boxing”Shaolin vs lama, love that movie

what a great story ranton new sub☺ best wishes for the future from Ireland 🍀

Wherever Bruce is at we all hope he’s still lovin’ and caring and joyful and u made him seem. I love my dog...

About 8 years ago (also 19 years of age) I was lost like you, completely uninterested in college, and having grown up on kung fu films decided to undertake the same adventure. I arrived in Dengfeng completely unaware of what I had gotten myself into. China is a different world and can be quite intimidating, especially as a laowai with very little mandarin ability. Like you, I wanted to train with the monks, but because I was a foreigner with no connections, no mandarin, and no wushu experience, it was made clear to me that was completely out of my grasp. I was sent to the Shaolin temple school in the city which was home to roughly 10,000 students, many of them orphans. I can really relate to the nightmare that was your first days, no friends (no one even to talk to), brutal heat and humidity, and the worst living conditions I had ever experienced, I seriously considered just packing up and heading home then and there. I didn't though, I gritted my teeth and tried to take the days one at a time. The extreme difficulty and suffering was juxtaposed with moments of bliss. I remember eating dumplings and watching a fireworks show put on by the school after a miserably hot day of training; the night was cool and I was in dumpling heaven with one of the best fireworks displays I had ever seen. When I thought my training was tough, all I had to do was look at the Chinese students. It's like you said, these kids are training 12 hour days minimum, I was totally blown away by their work ethic. My master was a specialist of one of the techniques shown in your video at 10:00, he would jump high in the air, and land horizontal in various poses on cement. When he preformed this for me I couldn't believe it, he wasn't a small guy at all and would land hard. Anyway, I only lasted a couple months at that school. I started to get quite sick and after some crazy opportunities presented themselves I ended up at a cleaner and cheaper school that had other foreigners training there, which is where I studied sun style xingyi quan for a year (but that's a different story). I can say with confidence that my time in China was the craziest and most valuable experience of my life. By the end of my time there I was in love with china, and it will always have a place in my heart. Sorry for the long comment, perhaps you wont even read it, but I felt moved to share. Two people from different countries, who abandoned the comforts of home with the same longing for adventure, both experiences - although different - resulting in a lot of personal growth. Isn't life beautiful?

It's so heart warming how you speak about Bruce. 💔

This is amazing! Thx for sharing his with us

inb4 Bruce was actually a shaolin monk transformed into a dog to check the progress of your training, cuz u know xiaxia and all the stuff lol.

"Spirituality that is expressed, is not spirituality" I will take this to heart...

once a few months i always come back to this video, sit back and enjoy this masterpiece of a video :)

Much respect to you my man!

I once hiked the Grand canyon in jeans. So yep, i feel you, same level of achievement

"but i also cant just do nothing" a common mistake for begginers

Loved this video! Bruce 🙌🏻