I love John. He is a holy man. A very rare and evolved soul. It is my greatest dream to travel to Bakewell and sit quietly on a church pew and talk to John on a cold and rainy afternoon.
I’ve been up since 3am with incredible agitation, as today marks the fourth anniversary of a very painful loss. There are other worries on my mind, just difficult circumstances. I had a video suggestion in my news feed, and here I am. If I had the means, I would come and sit in the stillness, to learn how to quiet my entire being through osmosis (I have a feeling just sitting quietly in the presence of someone like Mr. Butler helps and strengthens weak ones like me) . I love the example of the potato. I have Brother Lawrence’s book, and this inspires me to read it again. Thank you for your hopeful and calming words.
Your the nicest man on earth John Butler, You make me happy when I’m down. I’m in a bad position right now and it helps me when I watch you. Thank you for being around, Have a nice day! 😀👋
I admire you so much Mr Butler, despite being an atheist (I hope that doesn't offend anyone or yourself.) I think you talk a lot of sense and you are very empathetic.
It's almost as if you knew how much I needed this today John. Thank you, and bless you both ❤I have just ordered my copy of "The practice of the presence of God " xx
One of my favorite people, I’m not necessarily a Christian person but I admire this man’s words and demeanor a great deal. We need more people like this in the world. Thank you for your insight in a chaotic world sir.
John, speaking of ancient truths, yet prophesying what the future of mankind and the earth will be like. Simple, grateful, love, peace and joy toward all beings.
We are created as spiritual beings the awakening comes from discovering the presence of God/Jesus as an individual person. As the relationship deepens so the presence of God is an integral part of you. Something that is always there and naturally becomes in every facet of daily life. Being still and letting God's presence soak in visually, audibly just listening. Setting aside the busyness of the world and finding the Joy of God's presence.
B. Jr. in one of his videos, he claimed that nothing came of that chance meeting with that “other” woman! Could you elaborate IF you know more than we do....
I love the description of working with your hands, paying attention, anticipating the motions of the plate, analyzing the dish soap, etc.. What about different parts being one is so good? What's the aesthetic basis for the value of "oneness" and "ever present stillness" as opposed to some alternative? We take the same route to work every day, but we never truly know it, not because of some undiscovered detail but because there never really is any knowing something. Well, anyways, that dish soap talk really did it for me. Push all my buttons, John!
Up to this point, I think I understood that you can feel the presence of God, or love, in a still field, in grass, in nature, or in the focus of the present, say, on your work. I think you can also feel it during your pain, or suffering, as it helps you overcome it, and come out stronger. Or if it helps you.. However, I cannot bring myself to find neither God, nor love, in the suffering of others, be them humans or animals. Yes, you can see love in those that try to help, but I'm not able to see it in the pain of others.
Your voice is so calming. When I have a stressful day or I have a difficult time sleeping, I listen to your videos and it gives me such a calming and reassuring feeling. Thankyou for your wise, calm and gentle words!
I want to visit old European churches again. I love finding beautiful parishes here in the US and thinking of the hundreds of masses said in them throughout the year. God is everywhere, but I feel him so strongly in a gorgeous old church.
I cannot describe how helpful John's insight has been for my outlook at life. Questions that have always bothered me about my faith all of sudden have answers, thanks to John and the many questions he's asked himself throughout his life. I stumbled upon this channel by chance, but I will be forever greatful for what it has brought to me. Thank you both, so much.
Sometimes it's a case of craftmanship versus practicality. For instance, I'm an avid reader, and I love the smell, feel and look of books. However, because of the unfortunate ubiquitous nature of deforestation, the Kindle is a practical solution to this problem even though it lacks the artistry of producing a nice leather bound edition.
Oh man John you have no idea how much times you and that soft beautiful voice saved me from braking another Mobil phone no joke. Never leave us John the world need to just chill and hear your voice
18:38 It's sobering to hear that even John finds himself getting lost and distracted in the digital world, after many decades of meditating and being grounded in nature. Seems presence and peacefulness requires constant inner struggle against our lazy and addictive tendencies.
There is a great video by Marshall Vian Summers called practicing the Presence. He's another profound teacher who was brought a great Message to the world.
John has and does teach me the Power of Stillness 🙏🙏🙏Thankyou Everyone who contributed to the making and upload of these wonderful videos that being me ever closer to inner peace and connection to the moment..Bless You John and the production team 😁👋👋👋( Clapping )
Interesting point about how joy can be experienced even in what seem to be mundane activities. Remember well my forestry days, planting trees on a hillside in the pooring rain and experiencing God's peace and joy in just doing my work. The things of God are often not logical to our natural human perspective. The brain can be a huge stumbling block.
I know a few young people scared about living outside the digital world, they feel safer, more natural and better there, and the perspective of being outside is as scary to them as for us is being gone from the present, our subjective present, because the world is changing. Is then the digital world the creation of God too? Is this part of the whole too? What is present then? :)
I've been battling depression for years and lately it's been so bad that it's got me suicidal again. I really want to make it through this, so that I might be able to do some good in this world... Butler is one of the few people that I can handle listening to when it gets this bad. Thank you so much for what you do John Butler
Pay attention and let it go? Paradoxically, isn't it? This man is very good man but his philosophy and solving problems by meditation are simply not enough. Sorry but it seems that he has wasted most of his lifetime. At least he should have gained a bit more education. Very talented for ASMR, though.
John, I have only just discovered you, but I think you are a lovely man! I can tell you are a beautiful soul by your eyes. You smile with your eyes and it is wonderful :)
If only there were more johns in this world;teaching this type of wisdom,calmness,and ethics of yesteryear. Life would hold a better meaning for us all. Thankyou John..you remind me of my own dear father ,who through being born in a era of simpleness and respectful ethics;made it a delight to be around and capture such integrity in its purest form..kindness and goodness you can pass on to less invested beings. This is a characteristic we should all build upon in our life’s..strive to be kinder unto others and kind unto ourselves.. This is a beautiful world and God designed us to stop ,and see it ..the sky,the flowers the birds;it’s all there if you look. It is wonderful creation of design in its entirety.
I had it in my childhood and youth. The ability to be absorbed in nature and the change of seasons. And, I did not like in any place remotely as beautiful as rural england. But I had it. But after my mid 30s, it has sli jpped a bit. Working for moeny in a job which does not give you the satisfaction of seeing a job well done wears out that peace. Even if the job pays well, it takes your ability to dwell in joy
My silent friend holding my hand The one sentence I remember the most When I first started watching your talks... Thank you john, you are my friend.. Much love from Ireland
Cycling really helped me during a hard time. Its a stress relief, exercise and meditation. You find so many places exploring cafes,bookstores and nature. Best investment for sanity and escape. A bike!
The Bible says think on him Being our Lord Jesus and the heavenly place he’s in ,if God said that we should think about heavenly places that we haven’t seen then God must give us through the spirit the ability to see heavenly things
I feel so at peace and acceptance when I listen to John Butler, he is truly a beautiful enlightened person with such depth of soul beyond comprehension. I am most grateful for these teachings that has helped me through challenging chapters in my life. Thank you John, the interviewer on the videos is also an evolved soul
Well, Carmen - thank you for such kind comments. I remember somebody once told me that being Christian is like one beggar telling another beggar where to find bread! I’m glad you find the videos inspiring. Phil
I was just reading an entry in “as Bill sees it” which speaks about faith. How faith in a loving, merciful Higher Power is capable of making fear go and make us feel that there is a purpose for being in this Universe which before seemed like a hostile and dangerous place. God bless y’all
@@jobzagudnthanks for asking! I'm doing pretty awesome TBH. Stable job and a lot of service thank God. Working with my inventory as of now. Many things to sort out first with myself. Lots of blessings for you mate!
the reason why mother Earth is the way back to sanity is that as a farmer you often do the same thing day in and day out over and over again but you do achieve a different result.. if that makes any sense..
Dear John and Phil. You really caught me by surprise when you said you can spend too much time in front of the computer, or just "watching" things... IF you're going to watch something, and if you have 1.5 hour of nothing better to do. Then watch this: th-cam.com/video/bkL94nKSd2M/w-d-xo.html It's a computer game, but not like any you've seen. If you wanna see what's being created today, and what makes young(er) people weep from the sheer beauty, watch this. The game is called "Journey". You play a character who, essentially travels through a beautiful, dead world to reach the summit of a distant mountain. I think you will find the subject matter familiar. I know a computer game could only produce the most dull representation of a true spiritual journey, but this is the most sublime piece of digital art I've ever seen. And whenever you talk about these spiritual matters, and the Stillness etc, I think of this game. I would love to hear your thoughts on it, should you decide to watch. Thanks for all the work you do.
Thank you JOHN BUTLER! I shall now un-plant myself from behind this computer and go out in to my little garden!! :) Beautifully said, all of it. Believe me ... a LOT of us need to hear this kind've stuff because we got so stuck! I know I did. Blessings.
His wisdom is so deep and fresh at the same time! Thanks God, to gave us "you tube" and have the honour and the bliss to listen his words, so alive and full of light!🎇
This was posted just as the pandemic was beginning. I wish I had seen it then, I'm sure all the anxiety that developed during the pandemic would not exist at all. I'd surrender to the presence of God and know that it'd be all right. I'm still glad I found this channel this week. What a wise man! I wish to achieve his enlightenment during this lifetime.
Greetings from India. I discovered your videos just two days back...and I'm so much in love with John. The pandemic has definitely humbled many of us (I'm sure) and can completely agree with what he is saying. I've had the most beautiful Vedantic revelations while doing the dishes and am loving each moment of it. Please convey my loves to him. I'm happy to be United at the essence with him. Namo Namah🙏
Be present, if you live in the here and now the problem is gone. No truer words to be spoken during the times we are living now. Thank you for your words of enlightenment.
I just found out there there is an entire community in Iowa called Maharishi Vedic City. Every resident there gathers in a large building and meditates twice day. How about that John!
He us an old man who has largely lived his life doing what he wanted when he wanted. He has virtually no answers but to retreat into himself. That might actually be a viable course of action in an increasingly atomised world. What is not so apparent is how his advice has any relevance to an increasingly urbanised society. Just how do a family with young kids, housed in concrete box surrounded by incessant noise, faced by constant financial uncertainty and authoritarian governments attacking their essential identical find somewhere to retreat to? I think John's only advice for those in that situation would be silence. But his voice is soothing.
“Is God willing to prevent evil, but not able? Then he is not omnipotent. Is he able, but not willing? Then he is malevolent. Is he both able and willing? Then whence cometh evil? Is he neither able nor willing? Then why call him God?” - Epicurus
the omnithis omnithat stuff is just an attempt to describe qualities of god, it can't be done - in the effort of doing so you've already narrowed your view too far. It is futile, you will always end up like the blind men identifying the elephant. Without bad what is good?
father maker of heaven and earth of all that is seen and unseen i ask for love joy happiness forgiveness peace and tranquility for all of humankind past present and future. also for all these gifts to every living thing and all other things that you have created every grain of sand on every planet evrywhere and may the light of this shine on your face to make you glad of your creation.
Animals and nature have always brought me into the presence of our Creator, and of course gardening is my therapy. It’s spring and the roses, bulbs, and flowers that have been dormant are coming forth in a flourish of such amazing color and variety. The cycle of life is made visible to all who are open to pondering such things, thank you John. God bless your walk. 🤗😘🙏🏻
Everything that you say is so right on , John. I thank God for me being so happy with the simpleness of watching and listening to you simply being yourself. What a gift.
I love John. He is a holy man. A very rare and evolved soul. It is my greatest dream to travel to Bakewell and sit quietly on a church pew and talk to John on a cold and rainy afternoon.
What a lovely image.
I love overcast days😊
Me too
Wouldn't it be wonderful...sit and put your feet on the floor, feel your feet on the floor.
Dream bigger
I need John to record a million audiobooks ...his voice is perfection
We would never finish any of them. Just fall asleep.
A million?
Я с Украины...и такое умиротворение от голоса... Хоть и не понимаю языка.
@@-overdooo- fact!!!🤩
@@НатальяБемчук-л2я ❤🫂❤
As John's hair gets tidier, Phil's hair gets wilder or visa versa. It's the yin and yang of Bakewell.
Charlie S 😆🤪🤩
I think Phil is a HOTTIE
Two soothing voices, two hearts of gold. Thank you Phil and John.
What a great comment lol 😂
Charlie S Charlie S I didn’t observe closely. But you might be right !
I heard about this guy who looks like Santa and delivers presence.
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😂😂😂😂
@Lloyd Christmas punch your face?
Lmao!
Best gift of all time
You have really calmed my racing mind John butler and for that i am eternally grateful thank you god bless you.
Not true; he inspired YOU to calm your racing mind. Keep up the good work! You're the master of your thoughts, actions, destiny.
@@NerdsPwnN00bs yes i agree.. thanks
I wish i had such virtue.
@@Keanux12 you do, hidden, because you took the time to hear this man😊
I just had a wonderful time sitting alone in the deep dark windy woods for a few hours. The wind became my friend :)
I truly love these videos guys. They bring me so much peace.
I’ve been up since 3am with incredible agitation, as today marks the fourth anniversary of a very painful loss. There are other worries on my mind, just difficult circumstances.
I had a video suggestion in my news feed, and here I am. If I had the means, I would come and sit in the stillness, to learn how to quiet my entire being through osmosis (I have a feeling just sitting quietly in the presence of someone like Mr. Butler helps and strengthens weak ones like me) . I love the example of the potato.
I have Brother Lawrence’s book, and this inspires me to read it again. Thank you for your hopeful and calming words.
I hope that you have found another "means" to "come sit in the stillness." Best regards.
You are the master of your destiny, actions, and thoughts.
The label you have given yourself ( weak one ) is what's holding you back, not the trait itself ! 🌹
VINNY VINCENT thank you 🙏
Annie could have written these words myself- agitated, weak, searching. Yuck stuff. Am struggling so much now. Mary
God's strength is made perfect in our weakness
Your the nicest man on earth John Butler, You make me happy when I’m down. I’m in a bad position right now and it helps me when I watch you. Thank you for being around, Have a nice day! 😀👋
lance clements I hope things improve Lance
Are things better by now?
I admire you so much Mr Butler, despite being an atheist (I hope that doesn't offend anyone or yourself.) I think you talk a lot of sense and you are very empathetic.
I think it's unhealthy to apologise for being an atheist just as it would be unhealthy to apologise for being a Christian or a Muslim. 😊
You're respectful and that's all that matters.
oldjude1987 he wasn’t apologizing for his beliefs he was apologizing if it offended anyone
@@Littlebigbot Thank you :)
VelvetZelda look closer
I hope you'll stay with us for many, many years, John. You are needed! Thank you for being here!
This is exactly what the world needs right now.
Happy Valentines Day from Arizona John. It makes me so happy every time I see one of your videos pop up.
I just melt listening to this wonderful man...🙏 We are BLESSED to have him on TH-cam 🥰Thankyou So Much John ...
It's almost as if you knew how much I needed this today John. Thank you, and bless you both ❤I have just ordered my copy of "The practice of the presence of God " xx
Wonderful book!
"I love the description of grass as the forgiveness of nature; it covers all the wounds we inflict on the Earth..."
That is a beautiful perspective.
😊😊pp
One of my favorite people, I’m not necessarily a Christian person but I admire this man’s words and demeanor a great deal. We need more people like this in the world. Thank you for your insight in a chaotic world sir.
i'm an atheist, but for some reason i find people talking about religion interesting and oddly relaxing. it jut seems so peaceful.
The modern world is all about money and power. The humans have totally forgot what life is actually about.... Being one with nature.
John, speaking of ancient truths, yet prophesying what the future of mankind and the earth will be like. Simple, grateful, love, peace and joy toward all beings.
We are created as spiritual beings the awakening comes from discovering the presence of God/Jesus as an individual person. As the relationship deepens so the presence of God is an integral part of you. Something that is always there and naturally becomes in every facet of daily life. Being still and letting God's presence soak in visually, audibly just listening. Setting aside the busyness of the world and finding the Joy of God's presence.
It is society's mission, OUR mission, to protect this man, whatever the cost. He is wonderful.
Of course he simply means that this guy is very precious, nothing must happen to him so precious is he.
TheTsar1918 He’s an adulterer
Mr. Meeseeks Tell that to the wife he cheated on, hurt and abandoned
@@deathmetalpotato what?
B. Jr. in one of his videos, he claimed that nothing came of that chance meeting with that “other” woman! Could you elaborate IF you know more than we do....
Now that my Dad has passed away this beautiful man is who I turn to for hope and wisdom.
I can help you if you want? I'm pretty useful too.
@@spire393 Hey thanks man. How would I send a msg to you one of these days?
@grambo shazambo. I'm here for you. I understand what you are going through. I had my Father die at a young age.
@@liamvosu3223 Thank you that is very kind.
Hey i know Im Very late... But i Hope you Are holding up ok
Anybody who is religious CANNOT BE WISE. this is a FACT.
I love the description of working with your hands, paying attention, anticipating the motions of the plate, analyzing the dish soap, etc.. What about different parts being one is so good? What's the aesthetic basis for the value of "oneness" and "ever present stillness" as opposed to some alternative? We take the same route to work every day, but we never truly know it, not because of some undiscovered detail but because there never really is any knowing something. Well, anyways, that dish soap talk really did it for me. Push all my buttons, John!
Up to this point, I think I understood that you can feel the presence of God, or love, in a still field, in grass, in nature, or in the focus of the present, say, on your work.
I think you can also feel it during your pain, or suffering, as it helps you overcome it, and come out stronger. Or if it helps you..
However, I cannot bring myself to find neither God, nor love, in the suffering of others, be them humans or animals.
Yes, you can see love in those that try to help, but I'm not able to see it in the pain of others.
Your voice is so calming. When I have a stressful day or I have a difficult time sleeping, I listen to your videos and it gives me such a calming and reassuring feeling.
Thankyou for your wise, calm and gentle words!
Try ASMR. It will be helpful for relaxation and sleep.
I want to visit old European churches again. I love finding beautiful parishes here in the US and thinking of the hundreds of masses said in them throughout the year. God is everywhere, but I feel him so strongly in a gorgeous old church.
I cannot describe how helpful John's insight has been for my outlook at life. Questions that have always bothered me about my faith all of sudden have answers, thanks to John and the many questions he's asked himself throughout his life. I stumbled upon this channel by chance, but I will be forever greatful for what it has brought to me. Thank you both, so much.
Sometimes it's a case of craftmanship versus practicality. For instance, I'm an avid reader, and I love the smell, feel and look of books. However, because of the unfortunate ubiquitous nature of deforestation, the Kindle is a practical solution to this problem even though it lacks the artistry of producing a nice leather bound edition.
It's Bakewell but there are no tarts in sight….probably a good thing.
Oh man John you have no idea how much times you and that soft beautiful voice saved me from braking another Mobil phone no joke. Never leave us John the world need to just chill and hear your voice
The voice of everlasting stillness.
The words we speak are seeds... John is still farming with his words and wisdom.
yes, beautifully put
18:38 It's sobering to hear that even John finds himself getting lost and distracted in the digital world, after many decades of meditating and being grounded in nature. Seems presence and peacefulness requires constant inner struggle against our lazy and addictive tendencies.
Maybe not so much lazy - more forgetful. We forget to remember to be present - here and now and get lost in thought. And lost in devices. Phil
Brother Lawrence! A classic! Thanks John and Phil, hope you're doing well :)
There is a great video by Marshall Vian Summers called practicing the Presence. He's another profound teacher who was brought a great Message to the world.
In Stillness all things can be known...Step 9 - Steps to Knowledge by Marshall Vian Summers.
Thanks - I’ll check it out. Phil
Thank you John and Phil , I'm a support worker and cleaner and now I look at this different , this is very helpful, love to u both
I am SO grateful for this video sir. I've been waiting 🤗
Nice haircut, John! Was very pleased to come home to a new video from you and Phil :) cheers guys, positive energy from Canada
John has and does teach me the Power of Stillness 🙏🙏🙏Thankyou Everyone who contributed to the making and upload of these wonderful videos that being me ever closer to inner peace and connection to the moment..Bless You John and the production team 😁👋👋👋( Clapping )
Interesting point about how joy can be experienced even in what seem to be mundane activities. Remember well my forestry days, planting trees on a hillside in the pooring rain and experiencing God's peace and joy in just doing my work. The things of God are often not logical to our natural human perspective. The brain can be a huge stumbling block.
John Butler... a wise man abused by ASMR-Lovers.
Lol, I found John through an asmr channel.
@@sleepystars8482 I came for the ASMR and I stayed for the meditation
I won’t soon forget you John , you came into my life and heart at an interesting point in life. Deeply touched and grateful for that .
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Beautiful. We are truly blessed to have John Butler
I know a few young people scared about living outside the digital world, they feel safer, more natural and better there, and the perspective of being outside is as scary to them as for us is being gone from the present, our subjective present, because the world is changing. Is then the digital world the creation of God too? Is this part of the whole too? What is present then? :)
What a relaxing voice john has, it's a good job he didnt start speaking to the barber while having his hair cut I feel he'd fall asleep.
I've been battling depression for years and lately it's been so bad that it's got me suicidal again. I really want to make it through this, so that I might be able to do some good in this world... Butler is one of the few people that I can handle listening to when it gets this bad. Thank you so much for what you do John Butler
You can do it :)
Pay attention and let it go? Paradoxically, isn't it? This man is very good man but his philosophy and solving problems by meditation are simply not enough. Sorry but it seems that he has wasted most of his lifetime. At least he should have gained a bit more education. Very talented for ASMR, though.
Smilingcat7001 - I would tell you something but you might take it personal... I ll just hush... For now....
Him describing the precious grease on a dirty plate reminds me of Eckhart Tolle describing how wonderful a glass of water is!
AN ARRANGEMENT OF PRAYERS TOWARD THEOSIS by George Engelhard at AMAZON BOOKS
This mans voice is like butter. It melts my brain and body into the most peaceful sleep ever 😴
You all might like the songs limelight, time stand still and fly by night. All by Rush.
John, I have only just discovered you, but I think you are a lovely man!
I can tell you are a beautiful soul by your eyes.
You smile with your eyes and it is wonderful :)
If only there were more johns in this world;teaching this type of wisdom,calmness,and ethics of yesteryear.
Life would hold a better meaning for us all.
Thankyou John..you remind me of my own dear father ,who through being born in a era of simpleness and respectful ethics;made it a delight to be around and capture such integrity in its purest form..kindness and goodness you can pass on to less invested beings.
This is a characteristic we should all build upon in our life’s..strive to be kinder unto others and kind unto ourselves..
This is a beautiful world and God designed us to stop ,and see it ..the sky,the flowers the birds;it’s all there if you look.
It is wonderful creation of design in its entirety.
How refreshing to hear that even John watches Netflix!!
What do you eat, John?
And how?
John Butler: The old shovel guy from Home Alone.
hahahahaha
I had it in my childhood and youth. The ability to be absorbed in nature and the change of seasons. And, I did not like in any place remotely as beautiful as rural england. But I had it. But after my mid 30s, it has sli jpped a bit. Working for moeny in a job which does not give you the satisfaction of seeing a job well done wears out that peace. Even if the job pays well, it takes your ability to dwell in joy
My silent friend holding my hand
The one sentence I remember the most
When I first started watching your talks...
Thank you john, you are my friend..
Much love from Ireland
Thanks John you have helped me with depression
Cycling really helped me during a hard time. Its a stress relief, exercise and meditation. You find so many places exploring cafes,bookstores and nature. Best investment for sanity and escape. A bike!
Same here!
Meditate on the Word of God. Jesus is the incarnate Word of God. He's there with you right now just as much as everywhere else.
The Bible says think on him Being our Lord Jesus and the heavenly place he’s in ,if God said that we should think about heavenly places that we haven’t seen then God must give us through the spirit the ability to see heavenly things
I love the philosophy of John, but the adds are very noisy, disrupting with all your content
I feel so at peace and acceptance when I listen to John Butler, he is truly a beautiful enlightened person with such depth of soul beyond comprehension. I am most grateful for these teachings that has helped me through challenging chapters in my life. Thank you John, the interviewer on the videos is also an evolved soul
Well, Carmen - thank you for such kind comments. I remember somebody once told me that being Christian is like one beggar telling another beggar where to find bread! I’m glad you find the videos inspiring. Phil
Even a hard core atheist would find this profound.
Anyone else thinks Phil is using a green screen?
Thanks John & Phil, another Gem from you both. See you soon ❤️
I was just reading an entry in “as Bill sees it” which speaks about faith. How faith in a loving, merciful Higher Power is capable of making fear go and make us feel that there is a purpose for being in this Universe which before seemed like a hostile and dangerous place. God bless y’all
How are you getting on brother? I'm sorting out my amends currently
@@jobzagudnthanks for asking! I'm doing pretty awesome TBH. Stable job and a lot of service thank God. Working with my inventory as of now. Many things to sort out first with myself. Lots of blessings for you mate!
"just to feel the knife slicing through the skin of a... potato". phew lol
the reason why mother Earth is the way back to sanity is that as a farmer you often do the same thing day in and day out over and over again but you do achieve a different result.. if that makes any sense..
Unfortunately we become"educated"(trained) to run on an economic treadmill.and Miss it the day we pop out our mum's walls
Johns got that fresh fade and beard trim
Dear John and Phil. You really caught me by surprise when you said you can spend too much time in front of the computer, or just "watching" things...
IF you're going to watch something, and if you have 1.5 hour of nothing better to do. Then watch this:
th-cam.com/video/bkL94nKSd2M/w-d-xo.html
It's a computer game, but not like any you've seen. If you wanna see what's being created today, and what makes young(er) people weep from the sheer beauty, watch this.
The game is called "Journey". You play a character who, essentially travels through a beautiful, dead world to reach the summit of a distant mountain. I think you will find the subject matter familiar.
I know a computer game could only produce the most dull representation of a true spiritual journey, but this is the most sublime piece of digital art I've ever seen. And whenever you talk about these spiritual matters, and the Stillness etc, I think of this game.
I would love to hear your thoughts on it, should you decide to watch. Thanks for all the work you do.
Thanks - I just watched it (well, I jumped about a bit and cheated and went to the end). Super Mario with a cloak. Beautiful scenarios. Phil
Thank you JOHN BUTLER! I shall now un-plant myself from behind this computer and go out in to my little garden!! :) Beautifully said, all of it. Believe me ... a LOT of us need to hear this kind've stuff because we got so stuck! I know I did. Blessings.
I kind of feel like the audio in this video is quite muffled. Really informative and enlightening as always besides this however!
His wisdom is so deep and fresh at the same time! Thanks God, to gave us "you tube" and have the honour and the bliss to listen his words, so alive and full of light!🎇
lovely
This was posted just as the pandemic was beginning. I wish I had seen it then, I'm sure all the anxiety that developed during the pandemic would not exist at all. I'd surrender to the presence of God and know that it'd be all right. I'm still glad I found this channel this week. What a wise man! I wish to achieve his enlightenment during this lifetime.
Welcome. Phil
Thank God for bringing John Butler into my spiritual life.
Greetings from India. I discovered your videos just two days back...and I'm so much in love with John. The pandemic has definitely humbled many of us (I'm sure) and can completely agree with what he is saying. I've had the most beautiful Vedantic revelations while doing the dishes and am loving each moment of it. Please convey my loves to him. I'm happy to be United at the essence with him. Namo Namah🙏
John and phil you are both legends!! All my love from Amy in Liverpool xxx
Be present, if you live in the here and now the problem is gone. No truer words to be spoken during the times we are living now. Thank you for your words of enlightenment.
I just found out there there is an entire community in Iowa called Maharishi Vedic City. Every resident there gathers in a large building and meditates twice day. How about that John!
God begins when man ends.
God ends when man begins.
The ego sure is the catalyst.
He us an old man who has largely lived his life doing what he wanted when he wanted.
He has virtually no answers but to retreat into himself.
That might actually be a viable course of action in an increasingly atomised world.
What is not so apparent is how his advice has any relevance to an increasingly urbanised society. Just how do a family with young kids, housed in concrete box surrounded by incessant noise, faced by constant financial uncertainty and authoritarian governments attacking their essential identical find somewhere to retreat to?
I think John's only advice for those in that situation would be silence.
But his voice is soothing.
Do you know something better? Of course you would!
@qigonglove1240 retreating into yourself is never a good answer to anything. So of course I would.
Of course YOU would. Surprise suprise. Shocking
@qigonglove1240 You're very easily shocked. It's a good thing repetition doesn't shock you, you'd have a heart attack.
@@Telcontar1962 what a dumb thing to say. But what else could I expect of YOU. I ain't wasting one more word on you.
Literally here to relax, love the soothing voice of John
He reminds me of wise old wizard.
What a waste of digital space.
Love you John. Thank you for your work.
Who gives a shit about slicing potatoes or washing dirty plates , sometimes this guy sounds like he's got dementia and his mind is mush
Well I think he d rather have his mind mush, than a mind like yours. Anyone, I think.
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“Is God willing to prevent evil, but not able? Then he is not omnipotent.
Is he able, but not willing? Then he is malevolent.
Is he both able and willing? Then whence cometh evil?
Is he neither able nor willing? Then why call him God?” - Epicurus
There is no evil only a lack of love.
the omnithis omnithat stuff is just an attempt to describe qualities of god, it can't be done - in the effort of doing so you've already narrowed your view too far. It is futile, you will always end up like the blind men identifying the elephant. Without bad what is good?
Dont ask these questions of God, ask these questions of yourself. Then aswer them and manifest a better reality. Life is what you make it.
father maker of heaven and earth of all that is seen and unseen i ask for love joy happiness forgiveness peace and tranquility for all of humankind past present and future. also for all these gifts to every living thing and all other things that you have created every grain of sand on every planet evrywhere and may the light of this shine on your face to make you glad of your creation.
What a lovely blessing - thank you. It reminds me of the “may all beings be happy, may all beings be well” prayer. Phil
@@SpiritualUnfoldment thank you so much
Animals and nature have always brought me into the presence of our Creator, and of course gardening is my therapy. It’s spring and the roses, bulbs, and flowers that have been dormant are coming forth in a flourish of such amazing color and variety. The cycle of life is made visible to all who are open to pondering such things, thank you John. God bless your walk. 🤗😘🙏🏻
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Dear Phil and John..thank you so much for your work..you touch hearts..special.x
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Everything that you say is so right on , John. I thank God for me being so happy with the simpleness of watching and listening to you simply being yourself. What a gift.
This guy could put the Incredible Hulk to sleep!!! 🥱🥱🥱🥱😴😴😴😴😌😌😌