How Monks Do Their Laundry | Life of a Monk
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 19 ส.ค. 2020
- This is the daily life of a Buddhist monk. As monks, we make it a practice to slow down and live simply. We make an effort to do this in all of our daily activities, even when doing laundry. We use it as an opportunity to practice mindfulness. The monk life is about simplicity. The daily life of a monk can be routine and mundane, so we use it as an opportunity to train ourselves to be happy in our daily work. In this video, our novice monk Alex gives us a glimpse of the minimalist life. #monklife #minimalism #monks
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What mindfulness activity do you enjoy most in you life?
Arranging flowers...We have a shop in Texas and what we do, we do mindfully. A small way makes a difference to a larger world....
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Yes Mr. Kent
I also believe in every effort no matter how small it is
And I appreciate myself for even sometimes having tea mindfully
Or just drawing mindfully.
The problem is we are so much rigid on ourselves....
So taking tiny effort on awareness
And mindfulness should be appreciated by none other than but our own selves....
Love from India...😊😊😊
@@kentsmith1507 oh wow. That's so awesome that get to be around beautiful flowers. I guess stopping to "smell the roses" is a perfect fit for you 😂😂❤
@@ideasinsolitude8410 beautiful 💚
@@nickkeomahavong01 peace out friend
When I'm traveling I tend to wash my clothes in the sink.
Living with far fewer possessions (I travel very light, but no where near as light as a monk 🤣) and mindfully doing tasks that make sense makes in so very happy.
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Amazing how peaceful it is watching this. I love hanging my washing out on a clothes line when weather permits. Its definately the simple things in life that give most pleasure.
Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you so much
That water running in the bucket was so soothing and satisfying.
sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂
Watching this video while my laundry is washing itself down in the laundry room! Huge disconnect but I did load the machine mindfully and will try to do the same when I fold it later! Another beautiful video Nick! Thanks for reminding us of what our life could be if we simplify. ❤️
Thank you so much ❤❤❤
It's easy to do laundry here in Thailand because of the heat. It dries quickly. 😊
Nick Keomahavong - haha! Not so fast here in Washington state! In fact it will get wetter if it hangs outdoors!
@@mrchips96 oh no. That makes sense 😂
There is something about cleaning, including doing laundry (and ironing), doing dishes, and so on that is very satisfying. There must be something in me that says that it's important to do these things and to do them well. Perhaps it's something I picked up in the army. It isn't fun but it is fulfilling and provides a lot of satisfaction--for me. It wouldn't work for others, I suspect.
I love the pace of these videos
Thank you Venerable Nick 🎄❤️
Videos likes these (the candle one) really highlights being in the present moment. Really calms the mind just watching. Simplicity. Thanks, Nick for another great one. 🙌🏻
Awesome. Thank you so much ❤❤❤🙏
When we become mindful in our simply tasks ...it’s pure joy ! Many blessings as always to Nick and the brother monks . 🙏🏼☮️
sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂
YOU ARE LIVING IN SOO BEAUTIFUL NATURE,I LOVE IT.
Yes. Agreed
Can't wait too meditate in the jungle when it's raining one day as a monk
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Why am I watching someone wash their clothes when I could be washing my own
😂😂😂 I love it ❤❤
Hahaha! Indeed! 🤣😁
So much to learn!
Thank you for profound messages! 🙏
Thank you ❤❤
Aaaah, this's so relaxing
Watching your videos give me a feeling of peace, Nick. 💋💋
Wow. Thank you so much Irma ❤❤
Greetings from Thailand 😊
These videos always remind me to be present in every moment. Thank you for sharing Venerable Nick.
My pleasure! thank you so much!
Love these type of videos, which inspiring us to live the life with full of consciousness... Expecting these type of videos daily basis
Awwwe thank you so much. I only hope I can crank them out that fast. Haha 😂😂
I just love it when your videos are on Phra Nick.
Thank you very much
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It's so heart warming stay blessed too
Thank you so much 🙂🙂
What a beautiful ambience🤗. Simplicity is always beautiful ♥️
❤❤❤🙏 thank you joy.
You notice that Everytime I watch one of your videos I send you an orange heart to give you my empathy, your stories are extremely helpful to learn about a lifestyle that has always fascinate me! 🧡 Cheers 🥂
Thank you so much for your kindness 😊😊
Loved this Nick 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 sadhu sadhu sadhu 🇦🇺🧘🏼♂️
Awesome. Thank you so much ❤❤🙏
Thank you brother, sending love 😊💚🙏
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This reminds me the days when I goes to vipassana meditation retreat for some days .. Every act one do becomes mindful there automatically. Peace is also noble & mindful..
Wonderful. ❤❤
Thank you. Your video making is very helpful for me and many people. Many wisdoms.
Wonderful. Thank you so much for your kind words ❤❤❤🙏
Loved that video. So simple. I attempt at this. Still learning. Blessings.
Wonderful and thank you so much ❤❤
Wonderful. Thank you
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doorway to inner peace....i hope one day i get the opportunity to live such life 🙏
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Thank you
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Good work , keep uploading videos like this 🙏❣️
Awesome. Thank you so much ❤❤🙏
Hanging washing & off the line will it and ironing I still enjoy doing the tasks. Thanks Nick I enjoy watching the video 🙏🏾
Glad you enjoyed it
This is a skill every human should learn - I learned washing my clothes by the river, 😊
That was satisfying to watch. I don't know if you'll see this, because the video is 3 years old. Do you wear underwear (if so I'm guessing you wash them in the shower)? How often do you wash your clothes? Do you have work clothes or do you do everything in your robe? What do you wear while you're sleeping?
One more thing music and simplicity are great 👍
Awesome. That makes me happy to hear ❤
This is really good video and everything is perfect 👌
Thank you so much as always ❤❤🙏
Did you see the way he folded his clothes? Those tucks and creases were so neat. Excellent job sir!
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Blessings from Richardson Texas.... namaste
YEAAA! Greets from Thailand my friend. Hope you are doing well. 😍
@@nickkeomahavong01 one step at a time brother...my country is a strange world right now...good thoughts appreciated from Thailand
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I re-watch videos like this one often, because it brings so much calm and peace to my day. Are there nametags in the clothes? I was wondering how everyone remembers whose is whose? Thank you for this.
Wonderful my friend. And yes we have a little mark inside 😊
Wonderful video. Can you do one on the robes you wear, what they're made of and how you wear them?
thank you for the suggestion :)
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Wonderful cinematography as usual 👏🏻 so relaxing to watch.
Mindfulness activity for me??? Working on aesthetics before a party such as lighting and tablescapes 😬
Totally agree with you 🙋🏻♀️👏 💕
Thank you Julia. And that sounds fun and relaxing 😊
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@@nickkeomahavong01 thank you Nick. Somehow watching your videos bring me back to earth 🌎 Sometimes we are too busy running around for nothing 🤯 Always looking forward to your new vlogs
@@juliaangelicaa5395 so wonderful. Thank you 💛💛💛
Minimalist indeed. As I. I own mush of nothing and in joy 😊 video 👍👍👍 mush lv 4 monks🤗
thank you so much :)
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Love the video, but it would be much nicer (in my humble opinion) if you use the eco detergent. Much love from Indonesia 🙏🏿
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🌷 Namo Buddhay Sir 🙏🇮🇳
Sadhu ❤❤❤🙏
This had an asmr effect on me too brother 😊🙏
Great to hear 😊😊
Nick Keomahavong 😊🙏
Your videos are so good to see... i feel calm and relaxed. Btw, are there lady monks? And how about them? How do they manage?
Thank you so much. This program is only for men. For women's program, they offer that in Myanmar and sri Lanka 😊
Body and mind should be healed and treated but in different way.
Great video Nick! Does each monk wash their own laundry? 🙏📿
Thank you my friend.
Yes we all do our own laundry 😊
What is the fabric made out of?
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Love this! The music, the atmosphere, the attention to detail. The beautiful orange cloth. Is there a significance to the color orange?
Thank you so much. Yes, in the wilderness, when wild animals see orange, they think it's fire so it keeps us safe.
@@nickkeomahavong01 That’s interesting! It does look like the color of a flame but it is such a beautiful contrast in the natural elements. Thank you Nick!
Are your clothes made out of a special material, with any meaning? Lovely video!
The color orange represented renunciation in the Buddha's time, so monks would dye their robes with saffron.
I requested you to make a video... if you remember I guess ! 😕
A video on mental state to become a monk .. love from India 🇮🇳
Yes I do 😊
@@nickkeomahavong01 do monks ever feel like eating something fancy or just whatever your heart like .... please don't get offended by my questions if they go somewhat disturbing...it's just my curiosity !!
How do you guys attain formal education like college degrees and all ...or you do it only in monastery ??
@@aashi1539 yes of course. We still have craving....but that's where we need to continue to train ourselves 😊
@@aashi1539 there are both options available
Greetings Nick I have a question can I be a monk but still worship God because people keep saying I can’t worship God and Buddha at the same time but I wanna worship God and not buddha, no offense
Nothing wrong with some Modern laundry detergent 🙏
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This is not a new normal way ,but this is a normal way.
this is beautiful..relax and peaceful.. but it's ok for all that soap to be poured into the grass? isn't pollution? it's not a critique i swear, just a question
So curious how the monks know each robe belongs to who? Is there any name attached to it? Or just randomly grab one?
Hi, i’ve been watching your videos and much more about buddhism but i’m a bit confused about the dress code, there, the clime helps the monks wear their clothes, but how about in a very cold country, or winter period in Europe when there are cold days with -1 to -20 degree? the lowest not available in UK but in other European Countries...
Thank you, if you have an answer and time for this.
Watch the video of the German monks living in the German forest to see how they adapt to these non tropical conditions.
Monk and nun life is the best life...
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Is the laundry powder ecological? I hope it is not polluting this beautiful forest. What were the monks using before the creation of chemical laundry powder? Maybe ashes? Thank you
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I hail from Punjab India where there is no Buddhist population at all ...but still I don't know why I'm attracted to Buddhism ...I just read about Buddhism as a part of my history syllabus 🇮🇳
Oh...keep spreading the dhamma 😊
@@nickkeomahavong01 do Google Punjab in India ... you'll be amazed by our colourful culture and big hearted people .... 😛
Does everyone wash with that style? Using one basin?
Yes for our new monks in training :)
how do monks purchase things of daily usage like soap, detergent etc..?
We are supported by the lay community 😊
Thanks for sharing! 🙏🏻 But in my opinion mindfulness practice includes our behaviour towards our environment, too. So we should also think about not pouring out chemicals into the forest (6:18). Or do you use soap with natural ingredients only?
Yes we simply do our best with what we have. People can make the same argument with using public transportation or driving a car, because it's bad for the environment, yet people still use that option instead of walking everywhere. Its important to take things in context. Also if you like, you're welcome to offer chemical free products to the monks 😊
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I'm sorry, but I have nothing to offer. I'm from Germany and I buy these things (vegan, without chemicals and microplastics) in local shops. Unfortunately I have no idea how the situation is in Thailand. Maybe you can ask locals or find something in the internet...
All the best to you all! ❤️
@@xiaomaozen I think he was trying to say that monks only take what they are given when he said "You're welcome to offer chemical free products to the monks." Since they live off of donations, it would be rude to tell people that only certain detergents are acceptable.
World best religion
From Thich Nhat Hahn:
“There is a misconception that Buddhism is a religion and that you worship Buddha. Buddhism is a practice, like yoga. You can be a Christian and practice Buddhism. I met a Catholic priest who lives in a Buddhist monastery in France. He told me that Buddhism makes him a better Christian. I love that.”
Because it’s NOT a religion, it doesn’t compete with other religions that requires worship of an external “god” such as in Christianity, Muslim, Hinduism, etc. Buddha was a not a god; he was a human that achieved enlightenment and ultimately, parinirvana.
There is a Buddha within all of us; this called the “Buddha nature”. Look within yourself, meditate, engage in mindfulness, cultivate loving kindness and compassion, enlightenment is attainable for everyone...
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Doing laundry never looks so relaxing lol
I'm curious, do those monks who choose to go back to lay life still manage to stay mindful and enjoy the simple life? I can imagine it's difficult once all the distractions and chaos comes along.
Yes they do try to integrate the teachings. Most importantly almost all of them continue with the meditation :-)
Thank you Bhante! Is is not common in your tradition to dye and wash the robes in boiling jackfruit wood water?
Sadhu Anumodana!
Some of the forest monks do that :)
very interesting but i cant keep bending like this is hurt my back for 4 days
How do monks pay for the few things they do own/need?
Lay support
Hi Nick, greetings from the Philippines.
I have a question.
I'm curious, do monks use underwear?
Thanks!
Hello. Thank you for watching. Im glad.
To answer your question, we do not 😊
@@nickkeomahavong01 wow! Thank you for your response! I'd always amazed by the life of monks and their practices, it gives me another perspective on simplified life.
Looking forward for more monks-related stuffs. 🤩🤩🤩
@@ellysondelrosario2063 wonderful. Thank you so much ❤❤
I kept wondering the same But was shy to Ask. Thank you
@@njaunjeri1712 I considered this the other day and was also to shy to enquire 😅👍
I folow thai monks
Wonderful ❤❤
does this mean monk only have 2 pair of clothes? Wash and wear...
Yes. We do laundry daily 😊
Is mindful basically not thinking about anything and only paying attention to the things you're doing?
Yes similar. Just be aware and in the present moment 😊
Are monks allowed to watch movies or shows??
No. We try to stay away from those 🙂
@@nickkeomahavong01 ohh, okay. Thanks for answering 😀
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Some monks live in tents but some have little houses? Or no..
Yes... the new monks stay in tents... and eventually they can move to small huts 😊
This is in regards of the video just before this one. How come a Monk is eating animals ( sentient beings) with te capacity to suffer and experience life with a perception very similar to us?
It is impossible to have an ecstatic life while eating suffering and violence. Literally impossible 🙏
Can we come over here?
You're welcome to come stay with us. Here is our website. Www.Papaemeditation.org./en/
Are you in Thailand now?
@@nickkeomahavong01 I live in Vietnam
@@anhhongtu8047 oh nice. When the borders open up again, please come visit us 😊
Can tourists stay here???
Yes definitely. Here is the website. Www.Papaemeditation.org/en/
Thanks you for these wonderfull fideo’s. Maybe some strange questions: how long do you wear your robe before washing, do you use ‘green’ (naturall) soap en do you wear underwear? Greetings from the Netherlands!
Oh I already read the underwear answer in the reactions! 😆
Better the clothes were soaked for few hours, and then washed. As it gets time for the detergent to act upon the dirt.😃😊
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This type of clothes isn't easy to wash by hands. I never try it.
its acutally very simple and it drys very fast :)
slow down...........
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And how fast you cope with wet dreams to remove stain from your clothes.🤔
Wym
Just for 2 pieces of clothes so much water and soap😭😭
Typically there is more 😊
Oi they are cutting down your forest monk go stop them
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