Living A Simple Life | Original Buddhist Documentary

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2 жыл бұрын

With so much chaos in the world, is it possible to have peace?
According to Buddhist monks, the answer is yes. This video documents a day in the life of a Theravada Buddhist monk in Thailand. It follows him as he goes on alms round through the local village, doing his chores, practice mindfulness and meditation, and so much more.
My intention for this video is to give you a small glimpse into our world and hopefully it inspires you to diligently train your mind and build your habits. For world peace to be achieved, it must first start with inner peace. Developing inner peace takes effort, time, patience, and endurance, but it's a journey worth going on. I hope you enjoy!
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Script co-edited by Venerable Michael
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@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

What are your thoughts? Is peace possible during turbulent times?

@quorrakai 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! We need to focus on our own lives, within our own small world. Taking the huge burden of the world is too much for any human. There has always been war, unrest, corruption etc but it's magnified because of social media and the media. Turn it off. It's ok to be happy and strive for peace within your own life and surroundings. You aren't build for, and don't need to know every single thing going on 24/7. Just my opinion but it works for me. 😊

@TheGreatMrKid 2 жыл бұрын

The inside look at a monk's life is something I have always wanted to see. Thank you for sharing, Nick.

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

@@quorrakai Beautifully stated. Thank you :)

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheGreatMrKid Awww that's great my friend. I'm glad we can provide a small glimpse :)

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

@@juststop022 Oh I love it!

@blackheartgaming6121 2 жыл бұрын

A young man asked the Buddha I want happiness how can I achieve this and Buddha replied take out I for that is ego and take out want for that is desire and all that you have left is happiness

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing! Such deep wisdom.

@thila5956 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your meaningful comment. 🙏🙏🙏

@ssddpost 10 ай бұрын

I want happiness. I is ego Want is desire. Brilliant.

@guitarvorous 8 ай бұрын

Sounds nice but doesn't make any sense

@ssddpost 8 ай бұрын

@guitarvorous I want happiness. If you take away the words 'I' and 'want', then you are left with happiness. In other words, ego and desire get in the way of happiness. Stop being selfish and stop being greedy, then you will be happy.

@malopal5293 2 жыл бұрын

It's so peaceful knowing that the simple things in life are free.

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

sadhu sadhu.🙂🙂🙂

@Helentan4896 2 жыл бұрын

I agree to the fullest!

@frederiquecouture3924 Жыл бұрын

Sometimes you have to get angry and that's tough.

@Worzx Жыл бұрын

but they literally have to get their food by ''begging'' that's fucked up.

@Renee-Heal-The-Eagle 10 ай бұрын

It's not free in some ways. The people work for the food, drink,etc. I think mindfulness of the present moment is probably free. Everything costs something I think. Peace.

@asatenzo 27 күн бұрын

"...the real enemy: the darkness in his own mind." How few people believe this!

@butterflymagicwithhottea9291 2 жыл бұрын

No hustle and bustle. No commerce. No violence. Inner peace, solitude and quiet. This is a life of luxury... minus the cozy bed.

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂and definitely no cozy bed. haha

@5000NATE 27 күн бұрын

@@nickkeomahavong01will you be able to answer a question?

@michaelcalvin5847 2 жыл бұрын

I wish life in society was as simple as being a monk.

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much Michael 🙂🙂🙂

@eyeshowyou 2 жыл бұрын

It can be....but most of us choose not too

@shrutijoshi553 2 жыл бұрын

Peace is possible when people leave selfishness.. Everyone, every country wants to prove his/her/it's existence & dominance on other. Everyone is trying to prove how powerful he is than others. But are we thinking that what we will get by this... We are gaining these at the cost of other people & nature's rights & existence.. They are deprived from their rights because of some one's aggression & dominance.. Why we dominate, are we are not aware of our own existence , feel inferior or wish to prove superiority? Rich countries are trying to become more rich by explosive way.. People are not rich by how much wealth & superior technology they have but rich by heart, by mind caring for self & others existence & rights too.. Like Buddha said let's adopt middle path. That will never hurt & suffer any one.. Unless we leave selfishness & competition of dominance on other, how we will get peace? Is it necessary to dominate others always just to fulfill your ego & existence.. Always Trying to show how you are different than others.. No......We all are one may be different by skin colour, language, wealth & education but blood is red & all systems of body are same.. Sun rays spread from one sun but they never try to show their separate existence. They just spread light. We are like sun rays from one sun that is purity.. If we stop competing, selfishness & dominance behavior, peace is possible... Live &:let others live too... With lots of love & Metta 🙏

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂 and yes, if we can eradicate anger, greed and delusion, this place would be more at peace :)

@SleazyRider86 2 жыл бұрын

@@shivammathur1158 Just remember you're not your beliefs. That's one of the reason why we have most our wars today.

@marcoonchi499 26 күн бұрын

You are right , powerful countries want to control the poor ones, and act with lots of hypocrisy.

@EvelineNow 2 жыл бұрын

I have encountered a great deal of peace by choosing not partake in the chaos of life around me. There is merit in being silence. I am not a monk. Thank you for this lesson.

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful my friend. Yes anyone can benefit from time with silence :)

@shimi-gami3859 2 жыл бұрын

I learnt a lot from your comment Eveline, thank ❤ you

@pmsorel2114 2 жыл бұрын

Expressed perfectly.

@foxmacnamara8809 2 жыл бұрын

This is the most powerful video you've created yet Nick. I believe in my heart that peace is possible, but I think that every person needs to find peace within themselves first. Your videos nick, the content you create, is such an amazing tool to help people find their own inner peace. What you do is so important! Thank You! 🙏🙂

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

Aww thank you so much Fox. Thank you for your beautiful feedback. I'm glad it can be used as a tool to inspire people to do their own work. It's so important especially during our current time :)

@marcyallison5996 2 жыл бұрын

These monks do not have to deal with the real {outside} world...difficult family members, co workers, neighbors, etc. I would be at peace living like a monk mostly alone too!!

@renujagasia5031 8 ай бұрын

I hope they grow their own food. Gardening is a great therapy

@jose-4287 7 ай бұрын

@@marcyallison5996I believe most monks had all that but they left all that behind when becoming a monk.

@Darjeelingla 2 жыл бұрын

When we do everything mindfully, everything is a meditation.

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

yes definitely :)

@Sana-qx7tc 2 жыл бұрын

I'm struggling in life right now.Your channel gives me hope to keep living.🙏

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad it's helpful my friend. Hang in there and sending you good wishes from Thailand.

@FREE_WILL_AAHhhhhhhhhhhhh 2 жыл бұрын

Heavily meditated helps to enjoy the now moment always. Live your life as a grand experience happening for you.

@sanjayram1101 2 жыл бұрын

Hang in there. We are all with you.

@user-uq6nn9kx7i 2 ай бұрын

Hii

@jakiblu1 2 жыл бұрын

As im watching the women give thier offerings, i began to cry. Not sure why but something so meaningful as giving

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂That people in the community are so kind and give with full faith. It's beautiful.

@biancadallaire379 2 жыл бұрын

I surprised myself crying too. It is also the gratitude they have while receiving.

@777LL 2 жыл бұрын

There is a doing itself, and a way in which you do things. I found both the giving and receiving beautiful. Both are humble and honour each other it seemed to me, something rare where I come from. Beautiful.

@m.kalindu1576 2 жыл бұрын

@@biancadallaire379 *English* *translation* *of* *the* *dhamma* *sermon* *preached* *at* *the* *holy* *premises* *of* *the* *ruwanweliseya* *in* *srilanka* 🇱🇰 kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qZmSaLylv9DHgGQ.html

@anrieu1 2 жыл бұрын

A moment of bliss indeed, to realize the symbiotic relationship founded in mutual respect and love.

@Korum211 Жыл бұрын

Fell asleep to this over 30 times now. Its insane how relaxing the music and your voice is. Well done.

@nickkeomahavong01 Жыл бұрын

😊😊😊

@a.mie.533 2 жыл бұрын

His face and demeanour are of such a deep and austere beauty. Good to see, that he follows this path of spirituality and hasn't to compromise with a profit- oriented materialistic world of competition and vanity.

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂

@suefox7284 2 жыл бұрын

Oh how I pray for my life to be as peaceful and mindful as this

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

sadhu sadhu. 🙂🙂🙂

@Kimmi7581 2 жыл бұрын

Lets pray and help to alleviate the sufferings for the destitute and those in war torn countries. Without food and running water and worry about their security. it’s truly heartbreaking. Wish we all can spare a thought for them.

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

Yes we can all share our loving kindness and prayers :)

@mmmfun77 2 жыл бұрын

I couldn't help but cry. The discipline and dedication these monks have made for self mastery is profound. As a collective they naturally amplify their clarity and become a LITERAL beacon of light and hope in a world getting darker by the day. Lately I have found myself getting distracted and pulled by the events occurring in the outside world. You have inspired me to put more effort in continuing the practice of present moment awareness keeping in mind how important it is to remain detached by simply being the 'observer'. I will spend more time in that quiet stillness within. Thank you for all you do....❤

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful my friend. Yes definitely take the time to develop the inner life. It's very important :)

@JennaOnTheBeach 2 жыл бұрын

@@nickkeomahavong01 thank you Nick.. have started my journey because of your work 🙏🏾

@lilhoneybun5390 Жыл бұрын

Please don’t forget the will of God. The Father of Christ.

@chimai6785 Жыл бұрын

Om mani padme hum

@frederiquecouture3924 Жыл бұрын

I don't see any greatness now. Buddhists.

@uliuli201 2 жыл бұрын

A simple Life takes many forms. Everybody needs to decide what their Way is...and what will take them further down their Path. No two roads are the same...No two paths are the same either. One must embrace their Journey. And Ultimately...it will take them where they need to be. Lord Buddha has blessed us all. Bless Lord Buddha.

@quorrakai 2 жыл бұрын

I totally agree. Great comment.

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

sadhu sadhu. 🙂🙂🙂

@uliuli201 2 жыл бұрын

🙏📿

@elizabethshingola2787 2 жыл бұрын

Great comment; I wrote it down as not to lose it.

@tanjohnny6511 2 жыл бұрын

Yes,i agree,only if the fruit is ripe,then it is time to pluck.everyone is in different stage of the path.Thats why we do not see monks preaching in pubs.😂

@Qwuiet Жыл бұрын

Our selfish and greedy pursuit of self gratification eventually led to pain and suffering.

@nickkeomahavong01 Жыл бұрын

😊

@samuelgio1975 2 жыл бұрын

My job consist in cleaning rooms so maybe I have a lot opportunities to clean my mind without even knowing it 😄! To be in Nature to me is like hear a Dharma talk. In these rare moments in enjoy silence and vastity. Wish you all a joyful day. Thank you🌺

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

That is wonderful my friend. You are absolutely right. Cleaning of rooms can be a training for the mine for sure :-) keep up the Great work.

@Dumpling3636 2 жыл бұрын

My job is cleaning too 😊 I clean in a primary school and the feeling I get when I'm done for the day is wonderful. Not because I'm glad it's finished, not at all, but that the children and teachers have a clean room for the next day x

@vegangainzhue4548 2 жыл бұрын

@@Dumpling3636 You're a wonderful person

@Dumpling3636 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 🙏 that's a beautiful thing for you to say x

@geoffminter2927 10 ай бұрын

In a world of rush rush rush, it is so inspiring to witness such stillness. The more I travel on my path, the more I yearn for this peace and stillness. Blessings to you Nick 🙏

@nickkeomahavong01 9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@Ali-lf4wd 8 ай бұрын

I came onto this video skipping through to find the interview ironically enough, but when I stopped and let it play, it amazed me in an otherworldly way!

@salatauk 2 жыл бұрын

Just realised how fortunate I am living my simple life. Thank you Nick 🙏

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂

@shadowsplinter1 2 жыл бұрын

I know Nick must have been a great dancer and an incredible counselor and I think it's fair to say at this point he has become an amazing filmmaker.

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you so much my friend for your kind words.

@blackheartgaming6121 2 жыл бұрын

Achieving peace in the hardest and darkest of times brings out the easiest and brightest of our minds to help one another

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

Yes it definitely can :)

@Reflection_09 11 ай бұрын

Only blessed people able to get life like this🙏🙏

@angelicaheien9585 2 жыл бұрын

I always feel such a sense of calm and centering watching these. I feel more drawn to Buddhism and Taoism as the world seems more chaotic and in a state of unrest. The meditation they do, and slower pace at which monks live is a lifestyle I long for.

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you Angelica.

@paggi93 2 жыл бұрын

You can read the book, ‘Think Like A Monk’, by Jay Shetty, to apply the same approach in your life as not everyone can join the monastic life. That book really changes the way you think just like this video.

@angelicaheien9585 2 жыл бұрын

@@paggi93 I have read that one and enjoy it very much. ♡

@paggi93 2 жыл бұрын

@@angelicaheien9585 Perfect!

@user-xu4zi5eu1v 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video ❤️ I am a Buddhist but this is the first time I could see the monk's activities closely...

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much. I'm glad we can share more of our world 🙂🙂🙂

@jewelj7507 2 жыл бұрын

I’m playing this on my headphones to drown out the voice of a man on the bus who is loudly conversing with his invisible companions about the devil! May he and all beings experience peace

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

Stay safe my friend.

@oliverlee6064 Жыл бұрын

put tears in my eyes...seeing what greed did to me.

@nickkeomahavong01 Жыл бұрын

😊

@wphmusic 2 жыл бұрын

This moved me to tears at several moments. Yes. We can all achieve peace, even in current times. It just takes a little work and discipline. I feel like more people will take this path as they reach a point where "normal" life ceases to work for them.

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much Warren. I'm glad this video resonates deeply with you. Thank you again my friend 🙂🙂🙂

@frederiquecouture3924 2 жыл бұрын

Merci LA SAINTE ViERGE.

@frederiquecouture3924 Жыл бұрын

Ahahahaha. Lame monks.

@blurgirl79 2 жыл бұрын

this video instilled peace in me. every step the monk took is done with great mindfulness and focus.

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much and glad you enjoyed it 🙂🙂🙂Cultivating mindfulness is definitely a practice. It takes time and effort but definitely worth it.

@martinhynek7241 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for the video 🙏. The more I study buddhism, the more deeply I realize and understand, this is the true way the things are, this is the wisdom of our ilusion. If only everybody understood it, this planet would be so peaceful and pure place to dwell...

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much Martin 🙂🙂🙂

@zgreg427 2 жыл бұрын

This channel will have 1 million subs soon. Great content!

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much Greg. That's very kind of you 🙂🙂🙂

@lindamacrae342 2 жыл бұрын

I was so inside his doings I couldn't even blink. I just sat here for 10 minutes and then realized I had tears of joy and peace running down my cheeks! What a beloved video!💖

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

Aww thank you so much Linda! I'm glad you got to fully connect with the experience. thank you so much!

@PAAO-ec4pp 2 жыл бұрын

Good morning sir 😊 love from Andhra Pradesh, India. I really feel so motivated everytime you upload a video

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful my friend. I hope it can inspire you to keep doing the daily work diligently :)

@Leo-fi2mw Жыл бұрын

Once we start looking inwards and start cultivating joy and peace inside.. the external world becomes more or less insignificant. People.. material stuff.. You monks have realized that and trained yourself to stay in this peace. So you don't need anything else. Less is more. Detached from everything that does not matter for true, longer lasting inner peace and joy. Every new day, with this kind of peace and joy, is a blessing.

@nickkeomahavong01 Жыл бұрын

😊😊😊 beautifully stated

@TheSushiandme 2 жыл бұрын

This guy is so good. I'm a born Christian, but... I want to be a Buddhist monk one day.

@joysharrock-melrose8808 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos give me peace! On a serious note, I’ve been locked down to my apartment for a while now, so I’ve found peace within my own space, less social media, more of your advice, gardening, exercise and yoga. But of course I have bad days, like today

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing! I'm glad you were able to find some peace within your current situation. That's wonderful joy!

@MeeraRaju1111 2 жыл бұрын

I really admire this life. At some point I think some of us may contemplate leaving this chaotic life to become a monk, the thought is appealing due to the quietness it brings, however watching this makes you realize how difficult it must be to detach from even the simplest of luxuries. What a beautiful life. I commend all of you for possessing this strength and perseverance. 🙏🏼

@daisycolon2077 10 ай бұрын

❤❤ very beautifully explained I was just thinking the same thing.. so much courage n strength to endure n complete this simple yet beautiful life 🪶🪽🤍🙏🏼 so much knowledge n eye opening to all of us .. I ma sending u love & light n peace to u my sister ❤️‍🩹💡💫🌟🪽🪶❤️‍🩹

@MeeraRaju1111 10 ай бұрын

@daisycolon2077 Thank you, sister of light. May peace always be with you,may love guide you, and may the light of your soul touch all you encounter. You are a beautiful being. 🥰❤️🩷🧡💛💚💙🩵💜🙏🏼

@SofiaBerruxSubs Жыл бұрын

My mom who grew up in the US and a Christian. She and my dad taught me to learn from all places ans not just one even if you don't believe in their religion. You shouldn't judge something you don't know. That revange gets you no where, you only hold a grudge. I think she is very open to their ideals I'm hoping that showing this to my mom she can learn more of your way of life and religion.

@butterflybeatles 2 жыл бұрын

Being a Catholic I so much identify with this life. In French Canada (Quebec, 1960) the nuns tried to encourage and inspire us to give serious thought to religious life - from the age of six! It was instilled in us, children, that it was the only life worth living and we had a deep respect for all nuns and priests. Of course Catholic history - especially during the Middle Ages - is incomplete without monasteries - which were essential in founding Christian civilization through their learning and their discipline. There are so many similarities between Buddhist/Christian monasticism. Yes, we Catholics all longed for the peace that we knew was possible only in the religious/monastic life.

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful my friend. Thank you for sharing and I completely agree. The monastic life from all the traditions all make efforts to seek truth. It's a beautiful process :) hope you are well my friend.

@loveartist5043 2 жыл бұрын

Even just watching the monks makes me feel more peaceful 🙏

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

sadhu sadhu. 🙂🙂🙂

@John.W81 2 жыл бұрын

The comment section is so inspiring. Truly beautiful. Sadhu 🙏🏼❤️‍🩹

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂

@gaojinho6785 17 күн бұрын

🙏🙏🙏南无阿弥陀南无阿弥陀南无阿弥陀佛如来🙏🙏🙏

@Kat-ko4hj 2 жыл бұрын

The offering always make me cry , you and your brothers are so gentle, so kind and compassion. You truly are helping to hold this world together with your peaceful journeys. Thank you 🙏🏼 sending blessings to each and everyone . Nick , your videos are amazing. 🙏🏼🇨🇦

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much Kat for your kind words. I hope you are well 🙂🙂🙂

@dominiquetheeasyminimalist 2 жыл бұрын

WoW, this felt calming and soothing. Beautiful images, peaceful atmosphere, informative content, the narrative made me feel the wind and the earth. Wonderfully done Nick, thanks to you, your brother monk and your community for letting us into your world and inspiring us to incorporate more peacefulness and gratefulness into our lives. Sending you warm vibes from Montreal 🤗

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

Aww thank you so much for the kind words. I'm glad the video and the lifestyle resonates with you. Thank you so much Dominique :)

@geenaee4772 2 жыл бұрын

Sadhu Sadhu Sadhu. I am committed to live simple life according to the five precepts. Time to cultivate the parami. I love my Buddhism journey. Thank you, Bhante Nick.

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 that's great to hear geena.

@sangsattar Күн бұрын

Sadhu..

@jkvel421 Жыл бұрын

Hey people, have you ever wonder a help doesn't have to be in blatant form and doesn't have to be in close proximity ......look miles across, he moves me ...may he find happiness... be blessed..

@nickkeomahavong01 Жыл бұрын

😊😊

@domidiane5110 2 жыл бұрын

You have a wonderful talent in showing the world how beautiful simplicity can be. Thank you Nick for all your videos and sharing.

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you so much for your kind words Dominique. Hope you are well.

@stevemathews9668 2 жыл бұрын

I can resonate with everything in the video, so peaceful, love and kindness and getting merit all day as well. Thankyou.

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂It's important to stay in the field of merit :)

@Mynameisgus94 2 жыл бұрын

as the world is getting more chaotic, thank you for reminding us to live more inwardly and find the peace within.

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

It's my pleasure. Thank you so much 😊😊

@worldview730 4 күн бұрын

Wonderful well presented video Bro. Nick, you have grown so much

@biomyths5269 2 жыл бұрын

The best part about these videos is they inspire us to think and live like a monk ,despite all the challenges and odds . ❣️

@buddha7296 2 жыл бұрын

Wishing everyone a lot of blessings 💞🙏🙏🙏 NAMO BUDHAYA

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much Vinh 🙂🙂🙂

@blackheartgaming6121 2 жыл бұрын

Having a video like this with these kind of words need to be spread more thank you

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂

@eyeshowyou 2 жыл бұрын

It resonate very much with me. I wanted to become a monk 6 years ago...but it could not happen...it is not my purpose. Now i try to live as much as i can a simple life. Materialism is not for me. Peace...Love and Happiness is.

@merry-lynnallison3002 2 жыл бұрын

I am so grateful for all your videos. Much love from Vancouver BC Canada. Hopefully we will find peace even with all the flooding we are experiencing right now.

@harjotgoraya8949 2 жыл бұрын

O just don't know why but your videos are just mesmerizing.. I am just so much attracted to this kind of simple lifestyle when being 24 I am puzzled in life. Competing with the people like me.. Sometimes, I just feel that life is not that tough that we have made it. We are not satisfied with the basic necessities of life and we are always uncomfortable and pessimistic about our lives which I believe now is very simple if we are satiated at our minds. Thank you so much. Huge resect from India. 🙏 Keep it up 👍

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂I'm glad the video resonates with you Harjot.

@ranjanbarua7539 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks to you,Nick. Yes, peace will be possible. All Buddhists speak " May all beings be happy in the world ".Please think it.

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

Sadhu sadhu

@jyungsam 7 ай бұрын

Buddha said our key nature is “compassion”. When we are grow up that key nature get covered by greed, impatience, grasping. Can we discover our compassion ? Yes we can if we reflect on our mind !

@jewelj7507 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Nick. That was lovely to watch in my morning commute. I arrive at work in an open, peaceful state. Namaste

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful! I'm glad it was helpful :)

@sheehandavis4158 2 жыл бұрын

Faith is the seed I sow. Good works are the rain that fertilizes it. Wisdom and modesty are the plows. My mind is the guiding rein. 🙏🏾Thank you Sadhu

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

Beautifully stated. Sadhu sadhu :)

@AlejandroHermida-zc2zb 9 ай бұрын

I have thought my day to be one I can get through in "believe" and I am now 59 and I am just fine in the Lord Jesus Christ.. I am here still..

@nickkeomahavong01 9 ай бұрын

😊😊

@kollettevan9746 2 жыл бұрын

We need your teachings NOW more than ever. Thank you for everything. Awesome intro, spiritual brother :)

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much Kollette 🙂🙂🙂I hope this wisdom can help people out there.

@padmamohanable 2 жыл бұрын

Respected Nick thanks for the lill’ glimpse of a monk’s routine. Trying to be peaceful on the inside during this pandemic, but at times it gets real tough!

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

Yes that's normal. It just takes consistent training and diligence. But we can all support one another along this journey :)

@quorrakai 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful video. It is possible to be calm, be at peace and be mindful with everything you do. I love the stillness and calm of him doing the chores. That's something I can definitely apply everyday. I focus on my community and surroundings and try to make it a better place.

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

I love that. Finding and cultivating stillness through our daily life is possible for sure, but it does take mindfulness :)

@TDLAW_ 11 ай бұрын

Yes, money can bring you happiness... But peace and mindfulness can bring you even more

@user-nb7hc1cc9b 2 жыл бұрын

The more simple the more peace. 🙏🙏🙏

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

☺️☺️

@jillmorton3096 2 жыл бұрын

A simple life is definitely the way to go 😊

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂

@suyeonsumi2371 2 жыл бұрын

This video makes me feel grateful for everything i have...Great job Nick...love all ur videos🙏👏👏👏

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful my friend. Thank you so much and I'm glad you enjoyed it.

@persephone6896 2 жыл бұрын

This video itself is like a meditation

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂

@thepatriotsanatani2012 2 жыл бұрын

Buddhism is the part of Sanatan hindu dharm,, Jai shree ram,,Jai mahatma Buddha

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

☺️

@mariejohnson736 2 жыл бұрын

This was extremely moving for me. I love the way this was broken down into segments. It helped me realize that is what I need to do in order to make it work in the big picture. I will pass this beautiful message on...and on...thank you. Be well. AND SO IT IS!

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

Wow thank you so much Marie. I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for the kind words :)

@richardedward123 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Ven. Nick. Very helpful. I'm a big fan of theory, but seeing theory in practice resonates with me on a much deeper level. Seeing others just do it can be a good teaching tool. 👍👍👍

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

Sadhu Sadhu. Thank you rich ☺️☺️

@julianstephens7625 2 жыл бұрын

I have followed this man.. Nick, in the last 3 yrs and I say man, not magician, not a master, guru, etc etc, just a simple man. I don’t find him a great man, I find him him an exceptional man. He has great great videos on his you tube channel especially the easy to follow meditations, calm relaxing and peaceful, which I follow more and more and more. I always take the time to see into how people get where they are in life such as him and how they got there. ,🙏🙏🙏 I did basic research on this man and realise he came from hard times, became a very successful business person and gave it all up to be a Buddhist monk. That speak volumes to me. He’s always willing to help through his teachings on you tube, has the most wonderful presence, and I wish HIM all the happiness and good fortune of life in the world. He’s changed me so much through having had depression, anxiety, and stress all my life. He does not preach as neither did the Buddha. . He only guides. . Yes . . folks for free. Love and kindness to you always Nick x 🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️ P.s I promise anyone to defy what lovely gift this man can teach and show the world to be a better place.

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

Sadhu sadhu 😊😊 thank you Julian for your sweet and kind words. I hope you are doing well my friend.

@zachburnett2433 2 жыл бұрын

I kind of hoped to see a smile from this guy

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

☺️☺️

@mel6939 2 жыл бұрын

This is so inspirational! I loved watching this, it was so peaceful & a great reminder of the joy & peace that comes from the simple things. Thank Ven. Nick 🙏🏻☺️

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Mel. I appreciate the support and glad you enjoyed it! :)

@lisagonzalez9312 2 жыл бұрын

I found the narration to have just as much impact as the visual. Your words to accompany the video were obviously well thought out and written. Thank you for adding that level of excellence to this. I’m going to watch it again just to hear the narration part once more.

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I'm glad the narration resonates with you and that it adds to the overall story. Thank again :)

@lilian9577 Жыл бұрын

The buddah is a taurus. So am I but a woman and I totally love being by myself and being with nature. It's incredible I would love to train with a monk. Amazing mind discipline. ☺ blessings to all monks. Awesome and good people

@ShineDawg 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Nick. The sad truth is life would be much better if we slow down and live simply. That's the most likely path to peace...

@bobk4402 2 жыл бұрын

beautiful video! thx as always Nick. It really captures how unnecessary all of the 'nutty-ness' of our current events are, when you see how it's possible to live in a simple, peaceful way. As a side note, the cinematography is outstanding! like showing different angles and close-ups. Great work!

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much Bob. that's very kind of you. 🙂🙂🙂

@giulias.5104 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful cinematography, editing, script, stories, music, and sounds, all slowly unfolding harmoniously together. Truly touching. Thank you!

@nickkeomahavong01 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@huethuyngocbao6729 8 ай бұрын

Sống không thiếu sót - không dư thừa đó là cuộc sống an nhiên hạnh phúc của một người tu hành chơn chánh .

@sandeepmahriya7645 6 ай бұрын

Namo budha

@luminimanage 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you !

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! thank you lumini.

@sadie4587 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely beautiful! Thank you so much for sharing ❤

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much Dugas 🙂🙂🙂

@user-wu2qg3qp3p 4 ай бұрын

Om namah budhaya ❤🎉 ie bat kehne se man sant ho jate hein ..mein bengali hoon I'm from. Assam barpeta road .. me budhha Dev ka Bahat bara vakt hoon really .. I don't know .. kyu me itna bisws karta huun ... ❤😢😢

@MsJackson1M 7 ай бұрын

YOU ROCK!

@nickkeomahavong01 7 ай бұрын

😊😊

@arjunsinhparmar908 2 жыл бұрын

Heart touching 🍃 ❤❤❤

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂

@lowwastehighmelanin 2 жыл бұрын

This is really a fascinating look into the peace possible through monastic life. What a wonderful way to exist. It's not a good fit for me personally but I enjoyed this thoroughly. I've often wondered what daily life looked like for monks. I've chosen to seek inner peace in whatever ways I can manage personally and that often starts with me taking long sabbaticals from social media. Aside from youtube i've basically logged off of everything lately and that's been such a benefit to me. Not allowing the constant inflow of negativity make a huge difference in how I feel on a daily basis. I'm also trying to mindfully declutter too.

@medigeshivakumar133 2 жыл бұрын

A human only needs,food,water, shelter,health,peace of mind, calmness and blissnes to soul,clean and dignified lifestyle, enlightenment, spirituality,no selfish hopes,no all worldly unending useless desires,no unsatisfied worldly life and no sufferings,no useless pleasures,no jail of life.

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

sadhu sadhu. Just the basics is enough 🙂🙂🙂

@graciemartin4206 2 жыл бұрын

thankyou for showing this - blessings

@writeronthestormkyushu565 2 жыл бұрын

Much respect and love for monks and you Nick. Question - how to keep peace and compassion in our world of working so much, angry motorists, and dealing with other people that do not practice mindfulness? It is like a strong wave of negativity and anxiety when you step out into "civilization."

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

Yes that's normal, but just be mindful and bring your awareness and attention back to yourself and the present moment. Keep catching yourself and training yourself. It takes time and practice :)

@Whatuseeiswhatuget43 2 жыл бұрын

So peaceful to watch ❤️

@nickkeomahavong01 2 жыл бұрын

Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you so much.

@sriramankuppuswamy8771 Жыл бұрын

Divinely Peaceful

@nickkeomahavong01 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@seema2457 11 ай бұрын

I went to my terrace in the afternoon and focused on fine particles . I saw sunlight a turning into raining light When it reaches the earth I can say that sunlight falling on the earth is just like rain.Seeing sunlight falling onto the earth with my own eyes is truly miraculous