Thanks for this wonderful video. I feel 9 th point is very near to my heart as peace ful and stable mind is foundation for every thing and this is gained by solitude
No. 9 is my job. I try to achieve regular meditation, but let myself be distracted by life again and again, but I know that meditation is good for me. I keep working on myself.
I was once that person that always needed something on like the radio, television, TH-cam etc even while sleeping. Once I started meditating I realized what was happening and I’m so much more at peace now
1. Generate peace by proper thinking, speaking and acting. 2. Don’t be choosy in what you eat. The purpose of food is to sustain the body, not to indulge in pleasure and fun. 3. Give up bad habits and develop good habits. 4. Think where and how you can do better. 5. Look at your conduct from the outside, from an ideal point of view. 6. Ask yourself, “How much more do I need?” You won’t be able to take all your possessions to the grave. 7. Remember about Karma. For every action there is a reaction even if no one sees you, and good actions bring positive results. 8. Think what good you have done today. Don’t forget that time is passing. Train yourself fast because our lifetime is limited. Do what is good now. 9. Live peacefully and quietly physically and mentally. Like you clean your body with a shower every day, set aside time for meditation in order to clear your mind from fear, worry, anger and other emotions. Let them settle down. This will allow you to see yourself, other people and the situation clearly and save you from trouble, chaos and conflicts. Be by yourself and let your mind rest even for a short while. 10. Improve your meditation each day. The goal is to train your mind to see yourself, other people and things clearly, to see the reality. The tool for this is meditation. Your mind should be peaceful. You should calm yourself from inside out, develop yourself. To become a loving, kind and compassionate person genuinely, your mind should be peaceful, bright and positive. Slowing down, getting still, looking at how you’re living, what you’re doing, coming to a stop, seeing things for what they are, becoming conscious, mindful and aware is a key to success. Otherwise, you’ll be always reacting the same way you used to.
Hello from Scotland Diana, I wanted to tell you I wish I had read The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod when I was your age (although I wasn't as smart as you trying to build great habits at your age!) But I did at 40 and it was so simple I don't know why these things aren't taught in school!!! There is one especially for Teenagers. Check it out. Luv, Jane (PS I have nothing to do with this book, it just changed my life and saw your post and thought you might like to hear about it)
Hi Diana, I am also from Scotland. I am in my 70s and I am guided by Buddhist teachings. I wish I had learnt about this when I was a teenager. Enjoy your study and practise 🙏
I’m always so impressed when teenagers (and I teach them) actually have the self awareness/motivation etc. to improve themselves in such ways. I definitely was not there mentally as a teen.
Yes, these concepts should be taught in public schools. Note the origins of Western society -and many other societies - public schools - FACTORIES- continuance to present day - Govts, Corps, certain others - want schools to generate Population following FEAR - Instead of Employing MINDFUNESS, INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATION. Refer to Prolific Examples currently being EXPOSED during the past 3 yrs. 'KINDNESS TO OTHERS, RESPECT OF ENVIRONMENT/PLANET' -- HMMM...???
I quit smoking cigarettes and cigars, which was a fight and personal struggle for me. I thank Buddha for His teachings, knowledge, and great wisdom experiences in life.
"The mind is the lens to the outside world". These words will stay with me, and they make so much sense. With a pure mind - or clear lens, we can see the world for what it is. Thank you, Ven. Nick.
I totally agree no amounts of words can express our gratitude. You are an amazing speaker with tons of hidden virtues and wisdoms. Thank you for sharing. I wonder how many people’s soul u lifts up. Your speech is so crystal clear that we feel like listening to it Over and over again. Bless you 🙏🙏🙏
I'm very grateful for your channel. I've been wanting to quit my job quite a while because I'm not happy. My husband has some concerns but overall said I should do what I want. I wasn't able to make that final move and have been living in depression. I blamed it all on my husband, my job, my boss. Today something hit me. I am not living in alignment with my truth. I thought I'm doing it for others. But what I really should do is align my thoughts with my speech and action. I couldn't make the call to quit just now, but I decided to change my priorities. Instead of putting the job that's making me miserable first, I'm going to put what's truly important for me first.
The first talk of yours I listened to today you were in California and this one you are in Thailand where I moved 23 years ago from Boulder, Colorado where I left my Sangha created by Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche who was a Tibetan and taught from the Hiniyana, Mahayana to the Vajrayana in his temple Dorje Dzong. Listened to many Tibetan great teachers who came and taught after Chogyams death, wonderful Rinpoches that I was lucky enough to listen to. Plus I love listening to your teaching thank you very much, Peace, and Love!
Venerable Nick, just LOOK at all these fabulous thanks for presenting this way of life. How much and how well you have affected these people and many more. Tonight when you ask yourself if you have lived up to the ideals of influencing others positively, the answer will be YES!
Thank you for your gift of spiritual teaching! If more people saw your videos and applied your teaching to their lives, we would have a much better world.
I love all about the food and the community helping out the Monks and vice-versa, and yes it's very special and a Blessing no matter what food they receive, they are just so grateful and thankful to the people and to life. It's the way so beautiful.
Venerable Nick, as the Day breaks, at my end in France, i’am meditating with your teachings, at the sound of your voice. It is a blessing to hear this presepts .i love your thought about carving out time to clean the mind, and learn to for stillness in life. I send out my intend in the Universe, that 1 day i will meat you in person :). To become a Monk from inside , out, is beautifully said, and explained. Thank you Venerable Nick. And ibid you a nice afternoon. . Greetings from France. Didier
I have the feeling that I have lost touch with something higher and I am impatiently looking for it. You help me to find pieces of the puzzle and to exercise patience. A difficult task for me. I thank you for the teachings.
I believe I had an awakening a couple of years ago. I felt I didn't belong on earth and questioned everything around me. I have always experienced spiritual experiences since I was young but before my awakening it intensified. I was Christian at the time and attending church. I then saw a Buddhist temple on my way home as the top of the head was sticking through the trees ,that's what caught my eye. I pulled in and sat there for hours. I was mesmerised and finally my mind was at peace. I felt at home. I have learnt all I can about Buddhism and this is now my way of life. Everyday I am grateful for everything big or small and I try to reflect that towards others. Life is so simple for me now and more fulfilling. Thank you for you're wisdom today.
I'm like addicted to your channel now... I find myself keep wanting to watch it sometimes more than once... Watching your vids Is like meditation just like the previous comment said... So much wisdom. Thank you so much. 🤗🤗
as a domestic violence survivor I do appreciate the guidance of good council from my monastic friends as I can see now to how to develop my path forward thank you venerable Nick for this teaching all the way from thailand!!!
Dear Ven. Nick: listening to U every day first thing in the morning, makes me start my day with a feeling that my heart was soothed and some more poison evaporated. So I am able to begin my day stronger and more able to face myself and the world, as is. I am a person with a "cracked" heart, with broken parts in it and in myself, ever since I remember myself. meeting U , is not virtual for me.It is a real experience of meeting a healing energy, your energy, that across space and time, helps me in my efforts to feel less pain. Thank U so much for your kindness and generosity. They work.
I can't honestly imagine how can you be so right about everything. Your advices keep me on track with my self-improvement training. Thank you so much Nick! I would be lost on my own.
Awww i'm really glad this is helpful for you Richard. Just keep integrating these lessons into your life each week and all the world to unfold for you. Keep up the great work and please keep us updated on your progress :)
@@NickKeomahavongOfficial Thanks Nick, I'll try my best. And if I still can't make things work out fine for me, I'll see you in Thailand in the monastery soon :D That place sounds like just the thing I need right now. Too bad they don't teach any martial art there, because in that case I wouldn't even hesitate to go.
I have a high stress job and not the best of social interaction outside of work. Additionally I often struggle with my emotions and these talks have kept me grounded, focused and thriving. Constantly reflecting on my own thoughts, actions and feelings is what provides sone measure of control. Thank you.
Thank you brother. As a Christian, I interpreted your reflection questions for my own use. This is a prayerful and nourishing practice. Evening Reflection Questions 1. How were my thoughts, speech, actions? Alignment? Congruent? 2. Was I grateful for my blessings and not choosy for how blessings show up? Have I used my necessities with care and consideration or have I been wasteful? 3. What can I do to improve my conduct? What bad habits should I let go of? What good habits would benefit me? 4. How can I live tomorrow more like Christ? How can I submit my heart, mind, body, and soul to God’s will? How well have I lived the 10 commandments? 5. How can I love others tomorrow as I love myself? 6. How was I too attached today? What do I need to let go of attachment? How did I focus on Jesus more than my attachments? 7. How did I sin today? Confess and thank God for forgiveness through the death of Jesus Christ. 8. How was I the hands and feet of Christ helping others and reflecting His love to others? 9. If I died tonight, what legacy will I leave behind from today? 10. How was my mindfulness and meditative practice today? Was I present
In Tamil there is a verse that says " burn from fire heals, but not that words burnt". Great emphasis on speech and the words one uses. Poet is Thiru Valluvar.
My dear friend, I blessed being here in the gym and listening to your teachings. Thank you so much for sharing. My day has been over blessed. Strong hug and love to you my friend.
Thanks, monk. We need to hear more of you. Stuff is not what we need. We need love and contentment. Shopping is wasting money. One is never content shopping. We always end up wishing more.
Which resonates?...ALL! Thank you for this sharing. As a senior person, I have heard so much of the wisdom you share. But you are helping me gather my learning & helping to guide me in a grander way. I am working diligently on my abuse toward food & how I use it disrespectfuly & have suffered w morbid obesity b/c of it. Gladly, I have journied more than half way to gaining respect for my body by eating in a better, a more respectful way. Today I am using the info on food & eating to encourage me to continue on my journey. Your guidence & sharing is helping me to make best decisions to play my part in sharing my life purpose w the world. I am thankful for you! Bless Ven. Nick!
@@NickKeomahavongOfficial I can tell u how much ur responses means to me. I am here taking care of everyone in family. Your vlogs & supportive responses are what I have! Thankfully it is all I need. Thanks to you & all the ppl who share! Greatful list!
Everyday I look forward to my alone time. I discover something new such as a way through what I may perceive as something it isn't unless I let my mind run away. create clarity. Thank you so much!!
Thank you so much Ven.Nick for your wisdom and this valuable teaching. I escpecially like point no.3 and 9: training ourselves to reduce our bad habits and try to have a quiet peaceful time to reflect/meditate. I have been practicing meditation for about a year now. That truly changes my life, it helps me to stay calmer, centered and grounded. I was on sleeping pills and anxiety meds for years, but after doing meditation, now I no longer need those pills to sleep anymore 🙏
HeLLo Nick. I always look forward to your presentations. They're like a special visit from a very dear personal friend. I admire and respect you. The wisdom you share brings much calmness and peace into my life. And I hold you close to me, like I would hold something that's very precious to me. I truly hope that doesn't make you uncomfortable. Thank You Nick🌷.
Hi Ven. Nick, I just want to say thank you for all the teachings you share with us. I am learning so much from you as a lay person and I am deeply grateful 🙏
When I spend time watching a video I’m looking for upliftment, inspiration, information and mostly the kindness and compassion of the one speaking. You have it all - I always know what my time spent with you will be 💚🙏
Thank you again ven.Nick. You always touch my heart, my mind and my soul - when I struggle with something I always think of you, your smile and laughter. Love and grettings from Denmark.
Ven Nick, I have written gratitude lists before and somehow "Today...." seems to result in ease and delight in doing this, calling these 'gratitudes' to mind. Yes, stillness, slowing down. It is work, and not easy. Old habits of self-aggression, a mind that spins stories of retribution, seeing the habitual defensive and warring posture. Speediness, greediness. Suffering creating more suffering. Your speaking of becoming a monk from the inside: I ask myself more frequently, what do I want to create-more suffering? For myself or another? (I feel the fact that I can even remember to ask myself what my intention is is no trivial step-regardless of how well or clumsily executed.) More practice, with compassion. Thank you, with a grateful heart-
hi nick. its nice to see this update. i have to say, i went to the reddit sub and it seemed almost like some kind of cult being encouraged. and some weird ego thing going on, i think i saw an admin saying something like 'oh we we expect to be very popular and many people coming'. i hope you stay humble. its admirable you are sharing the way you are.
I remember years ago I was a personal trainer and the gym was my everything. I loved it so much. During this time, my relationship with food was very healthy. I enjoyed my meals but I ate only to nourish the body. I looked at food very differently then.
Thank you so much for your guidance and sharing this valuable information. I’m a retired LMFT and I’m fascinated by your journey. Thanks again and stay well
❤️❤️🙏🙏🌿😇hello Nick.........you are SUCH A GIFT🎁.........( when I feel lost or overwhelmed in my day.......interact w/ ppl, which isn’t much lately......).........I say to myself “ is this a Loving thing to do????” or say???...... it REMINDS me to stay in LOVE❤️ it grounds me.........( I also remind myself of these words to MYSELF! Be kind to ME)
I love that you share your daily practices. It reminds me to focus on calm and to allow myself to feel better about what my focus is each morning and reflect on what I've accomplished each evening! Blessings all around 🙏
Thank you. The over-arching reminder to slow down and reflect has always been key for me. When life becomes busy I can feel my sense of peace slipping away. Great reminders here. Thank you.
I love everything that you share about life and it's meaning. Thank you dear venerable Nick. You are the best. Hope to see you in person someday soon again.
I think the 6th reminder I was able to grasp the most. We are not infinite beings, our time will come. We cannot take any of these physical possessions with us onto our next journey, but what stays in this world is the good that we do for others, the smiles and laughs we give to others. When you die, no one will speak about how much money you made, or what you owned, rather, they will remember you for the good that you brought upon their lives. We need to humble ourselves, and remember that we are not timeless.
Yes, life is short. One day we're here, the next ..... gone 😞. No one knows when. I agree, we need to make the most out of the time given to us. Do good unto others (even when no one is watching), exercise our mind by meditating to clear our minds, be appreciative of every little things that comes our way, stay positive. Peace, love, and genuine happiness comes from the inside 💌 Thanks Nick !!!
So grateful for Your teachings - gentle reminders* Resonate with all 10 B-) keep improving * * * * * You have a beautiful smile and explain things so simply so that we can apply it to our lives*
Thank you, Nick! I guess what resonates with me the most is to constantly remind myself to not complain about what God serves in my plate and to consider it with care and tenderness. It is the epitome of the "attitude of gratitude". Also, I love how this video talks about how we should fixate on our thinking, speaking, and behaving. Hearts for everyone!
Thank you for the video Nick. It's interesting that you mention Karma in this video. As a westerner I'm skeptical that something like Karma exist, but since I have attempted to sleep in a see of merit it has switched my mindset to focus on helping other people. Since then a lot of good things have happened to me almost by coincidence. I know that good things don't last forever, but my personal experience has opened my mind to the idea of Karma.
Which of these 10 daily reminders resonate with you?
The 10 of them resonate with me.
I am on my way to imprve my journey towards the ten precepts; though the #1 resonates with me particularly!🙏🏻🌿
Thanks for this wonderful video. I feel 9 th point is very near to my heart as peace ful and stable mind is foundation for every thing and this is gained by solitude
Not being choosy and using what we have with care - to allow and encourage ourselves to be grateful for what we have.
No. 9 is my job. I try to achieve regular meditation, but let myself be distracted by life again and again, but I know that meditation is good for me. I keep working on myself.
I was once that person that always needed something on like the radio, television, TH-cam etc even while sleeping. Once I started meditating I realized what was happening and I’m so much more at peace now
Wonderful. I'm glad you were able to make that switch and have more stillness. Keep up the great work :)
Yeah I'm addicted also in TH-cam, I want to start meditating.
Great 👍 I still spend my nights listening to him or adjan brahm and eckhart Tolle ..
You realized what was happening?
How do I meditate 🧘♀️
1. Generate peace by proper thinking, speaking and acting.
2. Don’t be choosy in what you eat. The purpose of food is to sustain the body, not to indulge in pleasure and fun.
3. Give up bad habits and develop good habits.
4. Think where and how you can do better.
5. Look at your conduct from the outside, from an ideal point of view.
6. Ask yourself, “How much more do I need?” You won’t be able to take all your possessions to the grave.
7. Remember about Karma. For every action there is a reaction even if no one sees you, and good actions bring positive results.
8. Think what good you have done today. Don’t forget that time is passing. Train yourself fast because our lifetime is limited. Do what is good now.
9. Live peacefully and quietly physically and mentally. Like you clean your body with a shower every day, set aside time for meditation in order to clear your mind from fear, worry, anger and other emotions. Let them settle down. This will allow you to see yourself, other people and the situation clearly and save you from trouble, chaos and conflicts. Be by yourself and let your mind rest even for a short while.
10. Improve your meditation each day. The goal is to train your mind to see yourself, other people and things clearly, to see the reality. The tool for this is meditation.
Your mind should be peaceful. You should calm yourself from inside out, develop yourself. To become a loving, kind and compassionate person genuinely, your mind should be peaceful, bright and positive. Slowing down, getting still, looking at how you’re living, what you’re doing, coming to a stop, seeing things for what they are, becoming conscious, mindful and aware is a key to success. Otherwise, you’ll be always reacting the same way you used to.
sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂
Excellent. Thank you.
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Your service is great by noting down the 10 rules. I have taken it in pdf format for use.
Listening to you is like meditation, I don't think of anything else except every word you said. Thank you.
Hi there how is the weather beautiful smiles
@@mikelhoffman6075 Hi, very hot here .
@@DeeDee-rz4vl Thanks for your attention and time I’m happy to meet you here beautiful
Where are you from
@@mikelhoffman6075 I'm from Thailand, I live in Virginia.
I'm going through a very sad phase of my life. I watch your videos everyday. I feel so much better dear Nick. Thank you
Hang in there my friend 😊 things will get better
Always love your advice. I am a teenager trying to build great habits & your videos bring a lot of light! Thank you for always being so encouraging☀️
Hello from Scotland Diana, I wanted to tell you I wish I had read The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod when I was your age (although I wasn't as smart as you trying to build great habits at your age!) But I did at 40 and it was so simple I don't know why these things aren't taught in school!!! There is one especially for Teenagers. Check it out. Luv, Jane (PS I have nothing to do with this book, it just changed my life and saw your post and thought you might like to hear about it)
Hi Diana, I am also from Scotland. I am in my 70s and I am guided by Buddhist teachings. I wish I had learnt about this when I was a teenager. Enjoy your study and practise 🙏
I’m always so impressed when teenagers (and I teach them) actually have the self awareness/motivation etc. to improve themselves in such ways. I definitely was not there mentally as a teen.
Yes, these concepts should be taught in public schools. Note the origins of Western society -and many other societies - public schools - FACTORIES- continuance to present day - Govts, Corps, certain others - want schools to generate Population following FEAR - Instead of Employing MINDFUNESS, INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATION. Refer to Prolific Examples currently being EXPOSED during the past 3 yrs. 'KINDNESS TO OTHERS, RESPECT OF ENVIRONMENT/PLANET' -- HMMM...???
Nick your words reverberate to me today and I thank you.❤
I quit smoking cigarettes and cigars, which was a fight and personal struggle for me. I thank Buddha for His teachings, knowledge, and great wisdom experiences in life.
Congratulations! Keep up the great work 😊
Such a great video in learning ways to improve oneself
Thank you so much 😊
Please keep the videos coming, I truly learn from them.
Thank you so much for this wonderful video...
You are most welcome 😊
"The mind is the lens to the outside world". These words will stay with me, and they make so much sense. With a pure mind - or clear lens, we can see the world for what it is. Thank you, Ven. Nick.
Help and good way to live, for all of us ❤😊
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Dear venerable Nick,
No amount of words can express our gratitude to you for your work. Thank you very much 🙏🏻. Sadhu Sadhu
sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂
I totally agree no amounts of words can express our gratitude. You are an amazing speaker with tons of hidden virtues and wisdoms. Thank you for sharing. I wonder how many people’s soul u lifts up.
Your speech is so crystal clear
that we feel like listening to it
Over and over again. Bless you 🙏🙏🙏
I'm very grateful for your channel.
I've been wanting to quit my job quite a while because I'm not happy. My husband has some concerns but overall said I should do what I want.
I wasn't able to make that final move and have been living in depression. I blamed it all on my husband, my job, my boss.
Today something hit me. I am not living in alignment with my truth. I thought I'm doing it for others. But what I really should do is align my thoughts with my speech and action.
I couldn't make the call to quit just now, but I decided to change my priorities. Instead of putting the job that's making me miserable first, I'm going to put what's truly important for me first.
yes and just take the time to get clear and come up with a proper plan :)
Thankyou for generously sharing these useful practices with those of us who are not Buddhists
The first talk of yours I listened to today you were in California and this one you are in Thailand where I moved 23 years ago from Boulder, Colorado where I left my Sangha created by Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche who was a Tibetan and taught from the Hiniyana, Mahayana to the Vajrayana in his temple Dorje Dzong. Listened to many Tibetan great teachers who came and taught after Chogyams death, wonderful Rinpoches that I was lucky enough to listen to. Plus I love listening to your teaching thank you very much, Peace, and Love!
Thank you my friend. I’m glad to hear that you were a part of such a beautiful sangha 😊
Yes, it is a MEDITATION listening to him♥️ I FELL VERY CONTENTED AFTER LISTENING , very calming and healing🙏🏻
I’m a therapist.. you are doing great work.. always a joy to Liston and magnify the energy.. thank you 🙏🏽 sending you blessings from NYC♥️
Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you so much Lillian.
Venerable Nick, just LOOK at all these fabulous thanks for presenting this way of life. How much and how well you have affected these people and many more. Tonight when you ask yourself if you have lived up to the ideals of influencing others positively, the answer will be YES!
awww sadhu sadhu. thank you so much for your kind words. I appreciate it 🙂🙂🙂
@@NickKeomahavongOfficial hey
Yes
Yup....over 2000 years
So
Im soooo greatful you share all this with me and us...online!!!!
Much Love!!
Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you so much
Thank you for your gift of spiritual teaching! If more people saw your videos and applied your teaching to their lives, we would have a much better world.
Hi there how is the weather beautiful smiles
I love all about the food and the community helping out the Monks and vice-versa, and yes it's very special and a Blessing no matter what food they receive, they are just so grateful and thankful to the people and to life. It's the way so beautiful.
Venerable Nick, as the Day breaks, at my end in France, i’am meditating with your teachings, at the sound of your voice. It is a blessing to hear this presepts .i love your thought about carving out time to clean the mind, and learn to for stillness in life. I send out my intend in the Universe, that 1 day i will meat you in person :). To become a Monk from inside , out, is beautifully said, and explained. Thank you Venerable Nick. And ibid you a nice afternoon. . Greetings from France. Didier
When the student is ready the teacher appears. Here you are. 🙏
I love this. Reminders to stay on the path. I am 76.life has become more complicated.
I share your thoughts. I feel genuine , pure love from Ven. Nick. When he speaks, I feel his passion to spread peace and harmony to us all🙏.
@ Didier: * Meet you not Meat Didier. Meat is viande in French :)
@@helenefrench4275 merci Helene pour la correction
Sadhu sadhu may our venerable Nick be able to attain the nirvana soon🙏🏻
Sadhu sadhu thank you so much 😊
I have the feeling that I have lost touch with something higher and I am impatiently looking for it. You help me to find pieces of the puzzle and to exercise patience. A difficult task for me. I thank you for the teachings.
Wonderful! I'm glad to be of some help. Thank you my friend :)
I am a Muslim girl but I love to learn about your beliefs and soothing lifestyle. May you be blessed ever
sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂
Thank you 🙏 Also, I loved the roosters in the background 😄
You’re welcome 😊
Can’t thank you enough monk … I just cld feel the grace of god by coming across ur videos thank u so much 🙏
Sadhu sadhu 😀😀 thank you so much
I believe I had an awakening a couple of years ago. I felt I didn't belong on earth and questioned everything around me. I have always experienced spiritual experiences since I was young but before my awakening it intensified. I was Christian at the time and attending church. I then saw a Buddhist temple on my way home as the top of the head was sticking through the trees ,that's what caught my eye. I pulled in and sat there for hours. I was mesmerised and finally my mind was at peace. I felt at home. I have learnt all I can about Buddhism and this is now my way of life. Everyday I am grateful for everything big or small and I try to reflect that towards others. Life is so simple for me now and more fulfilling. Thank you for you're wisdom today.
you're welcome 🙂🙂🙂
Every word spoken by you builds positivity to face the reality of life……thank you
This helps me get back on track.
Wonderful my friend 😊
I'm like addicted to your channel now... I find myself keep wanting to watch it sometimes more than once... Watching your vids Is like meditation just like the previous comment said... So much wisdom. Thank you so much. 🤗🤗
sadhu sadhu. thank you so much Christelle 🙂🙂🙂 we're glad you're here.
I really love listening your advices. You are so loveley, ven. Nick.
Thank you so much! 😊
as a domestic violence survivor I do appreciate the guidance of good council from my monastic friends as I can see now to how to develop my path forward thank you venerable Nick for this teaching all the way from thailand!!!
You're welcome my friend 😊
VEN. NICK, you are my spiritual Mentor🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼Thank you🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂
Dear Ven. Nick: listening to U every day first thing in the morning, makes me start my day with a feeling that my heart was soothed and some more poison evaporated. So I am able to begin my day stronger and more able to face myself and the world, as is. I am a person with a "cracked" heart, with broken parts in it and in myself, ever since I remember myself. meeting U , is not virtual for me.It is a real experience of meeting a healing energy, your energy, that across space and time, helps me in my efforts to feel less pain. Thank U so much for your kindness and generosity. They work.
Aww thank you so much Dina! I’m glad it’s helpful and sending you my blessings my friend 😊😊😊
Five precepts is the foundation 🙏🙏🙏💖
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Thank you so much! Your words give a lot of peace and calm. Thank you so much!
You’re welcome ☺️ thank you
น้อมกราบ อนุโมทนาบุญ สาธุค่ะ🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Sadhu sadhu 😊😊😊
@@NickKeomahavongOfficial 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
I can't honestly imagine how can you be so right about everything. Your advices keep me on track with my self-improvement training. Thank you so much Nick! I would be lost on my own.
Awww i'm really glad this is helpful for you Richard. Just keep integrating these lessons into your life each week and all the world to unfold for you. Keep up the great work and please keep us updated on your progress :)
@@NickKeomahavongOfficial Thanks Nick, I'll try my best. And if I still can't make things work out fine for me, I'll see you in Thailand in the monastery soon :D
That place sounds like just the thing I need right now. Too bad they don't teach any martial art there, because in that case I wouldn't even hesitate to go.
It is different when you are living in a seminary and I am living outside with many things around me
Relationships, family, friends, duties etc
I have a high stress job and not the best of social interaction outside of work. Additionally I often struggle with my emotions and these talks have kept me grounded, focused and thriving. Constantly reflecting on my own thoughts, actions and feelings is what provides sone measure of control. Thank you.
Thank you brother. As a Christian, I interpreted your reflection questions for my own use. This is a prayerful and nourishing practice.
Evening Reflection Questions
1. How were my thoughts, speech, actions? Alignment? Congruent?
2. Was I grateful for my blessings and not choosy for how blessings show up? Have I used my necessities with care and consideration or have I been wasteful?
3. What can I do to improve my conduct? What bad habits should I let go of? What good habits would benefit me?
4. How can I live tomorrow more like Christ? How can I submit my heart, mind, body, and soul to God’s will? How well have I lived the 10 commandments?
5. How can I love others tomorrow as I love myself?
6. How was I too attached today? What do I need to let go of attachment? How did I focus on Jesus more than my attachments?
7. How did I sin today? Confess and thank God for forgiveness through the death of Jesus Christ.
8. How was I the hands and feet of Christ helping others and reflecting His love to others?
9. If I died tonight, what legacy will I leave behind from today?
10. How was my mindfulness and meditative practice today? Was I present
Thank you! Im Christian as Well and this aligns with what i believe.
i think thats beautiful
Hello Susan, have you ever read about Islam? Please read about Islam and ask God to guide you to the religion acceptable to him.
Thank u venarabel Nik suwamin wahanse🙏🙏🙏sadhu sadhu sadhu Budu Saranayi
Thank you Nick - every time I listen to your teachings, I can feel myself growing everyday - many blessing to you 🙏
Peace and quiet
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Taking time to slow down. Have my own thoughts.
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In Tamil there is a verse that says " burn from fire heals, but not that words burnt". Great emphasis on speech and the words one uses. Poet is Thiru Valluvar.
Listening on Saturday morning for encouragement...thank you for sharing these wisdom.
Oh wonderful my friend! Thank you 😊
My dear friend,
I blessed being here in the gym and listening to your teachings. Thank you so much for sharing. My day has been over blessed. Strong hug and love to you my friend.
Thank you so much Glenn. Glad it's helpful. Have a good workout :)
Thank you Thailand from Arizona
sadhu sadhu. thank you so much Diane 🙂🙂🙂
Thankyou…hope we all have a happy and mindful day 💛🦋
Thanks, monk.
We need to hear more of you. Stuff is not what we need. We need love and contentment. Shopping is wasting money. One is never content shopping. We always end up wishing more.
Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you so much
Thank you so much for this incredible video. This was so helpful.
Glad it was helpful! 😊
Which resonates?...ALL! Thank you for this sharing.
As a senior person, I have heard so much of the wisdom you share.
But you are helping me gather my learning & helping to guide me in a grander way.
I am working diligently on my abuse toward food & how I use it disrespectfuly & have suffered w morbid obesity b/c of it.
Gladly, I have journied more than half way to gaining respect for my body by eating in a better, a more respectful way.
Today I am using the info on food & eating to encourage me to continue on my journey.
Your guidence & sharing is helping me to make best decisions to play my part in sharing my life purpose w the world.
I am thankful for you!
Bless Ven. Nick!
Wonderful my friend. I'm glad these teachings are helpful. Slowly integrate them and diligently do the work. We are rooting for you :)
@@NickKeomahavongOfficial I can tell u how much ur responses means to me. I am here taking care of everyone in family. Your vlogs & supportive responses are what I have!
Thankfully it is all I need. Thanks to you & all the ppl who share!
Greatful list!
Great lessons to live a peaceful, purposeful centered life
Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you so much
tks a lot nick! always thankful to receive your wisdom!! very much appreciated! peace and serenity to you my friend!!
Thank you so much 😊
Thank you Nick, for your wisdom, knowledge, experiences, and the time you take out of your day to teach and share positive enlightenment.
My pleasure! Thank you so much 😊
I’m engrossed by the way you speak. Pranam Guruji🙏🏽
Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you so much
Everyday I look forward to my alone time. I discover something new such as a way through what I may perceive as something it isn't unless I let my mind run away. create clarity. Thank you so much!!
You’re welcome ☺️
Thank you so much Ven.Nick for your wisdom and this valuable teaching. I escpecially like point no.3 and 9: training ourselves to reduce our bad habits and try to have a quiet peaceful time to reflect/meditate. I have been practicing meditation for about a year now. That truly changes my life, it helps me to stay calmer, centered and grounded. I was on sleeping pills and anxiety meds for years, but after doing meditation, now I no longer need those pills to sleep anymore 🙏
Sadhu sadhu sadhu 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
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HeLLo Nick. I always look forward to your presentations. They're like a special visit from a very dear personal friend. I admire and respect you. The wisdom you share brings much calmness and peace into my life. And I hold you close to me, like I would hold something that's very precious to me. I truly hope that doesn't make you uncomfortable. Thank You Nick🌷.
Thank you so much Lydia for your kind words. I am truly grateful to be able to share with you all :)
Monks do the greatest service to nature and that inner field of peace that spreads throughout the world. Thank you!
Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you so much
Thank you for sharing. Im inspired by this "find time fall in love with peace with quiet and be by yourself" and train mind by meditation. ❤️
TH-cam needs a heart/love button for vlogs like these. A lot to digest. Wow. Made me cry but provides a lot of clarity. Khob khun kha.🙏🏼
Hi Ven. Nick, I just want to say thank you for all the teachings you share with us. I am learning so much from you as a lay person and I am deeply grateful 🙏
Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you so much maral. It's a pleasure.
When I spend time watching a video I’m looking for upliftment, inspiration, information and mostly the kindness and compassion of the one speaking. You have it all - I always know what my time spent with you will be 💚🙏
Thank you again ven.Nick. You always touch my heart, my mind and my soul - when I struggle with something I always think of you, your smile and laughter. Love and grettings from Denmark.
Awww. Its always a pleasure Jane. Thank you so much as always :) stay safe in Denmark.
@@NickKeomahavongOfficial 🙏
Much Love from the United States. Can’t think you enough.
Aww thank you so much 😊
Ven Nick, I have written gratitude lists before and somehow "Today...." seems to result in ease and delight in doing this, calling these 'gratitudes' to mind. Yes, stillness, slowing down. It is work, and not easy. Old habits of self-aggression, a mind that spins stories of retribution, seeing the habitual defensive and warring posture. Speediness, greediness. Suffering creating more suffering. Your speaking of becoming a monk from the inside: I ask myself more frequently, what do I want to create-more suffering? For myself or another? (I feel the fact that I can even remember to ask myself what my intention is is no trivial step-regardless of how well or clumsily executed.) More practice, with compassion. Thank you, with a grateful heart-
Wonderful Regina! keep up the great work :)
hi nick. its nice to see this update. i have to say, i went to the reddit sub and it seemed almost like some kind of cult being encouraged. and some weird ego thing going on, i think i saw an admin saying something like 'oh we we expect to be very popular and many people coming'. i hope you stay humble. its admirable you are sharing the way you are.
oh, that's quite an interesting perspective....
Thankyou for the wise words of Buddha
One is never too old to learn and change.
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You’re welcome ☺️
Agree 100%
This was very helpful thank you Ven. Nick. I am learning so much going through your teachings and letting them sit and then to act upon them.
Wonderful! I’m glad you’re taking the actions 😊
I remember years ago I was a personal trainer and the gym was my everything. I loved it so much. During this time, my relationship with food was very healthy. I enjoyed my meals but I ate only to nourish the body. I looked at food very differently then.
Wonderful Jayson :)
Honarable Keomahavong,Sadhu,Sadhu,Sadhu….Respect.
Thank you so much for your guidance and sharing this valuable information. I’m a retired LMFT and I’m fascinated by your journey. Thanks again and stay well
Wow it is always great to hear from an LMFT. It makes me smile. Thank you so much my friend :)
❤️❤️🙏🙏🌿😇hello Nick.........you are SUCH A GIFT🎁.........( when I feel lost or overwhelmed in my day.......interact w/ ppl, which isn’t much lately......).........I say to myself “ is this a Loving thing to do????” or say???...... it REMINDS me to stay in LOVE❤️ it grounds me.........( I also remind myself of these words to MYSELF! Be kind to ME)
Beautiful Rhonda. That's a great technique. Keep up the great work :)
I love that you share your daily practices. It reminds me to focus on calm and to allow myself to feel better about what my focus is each morning and reflect on what I've accomplished each evening! Blessings all around 🙏
sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂
Thank you sadhu sadhu sadhu 🙏🙏🙏
You're welcome. sadhu sadhu. thank you so much Ray 🙂🙂🙂
Thank you.I can feel energy, calmness,harmony from you.It helps me so much.
sadhu sadhu. thank you so much Karin for your kind words 🙂🙂🙂
Thank you for introducing me to the Buddhism and the teachings of the training of the mind it's helping me tremendously thank you Nick
You’re welcome! I’m glad it’s helpful 😊
Good morning! Everything you have told is relavant, concise and appropriate. Thanks meanwhile.
sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂
ThankYou Bante - I appreciate all your helpful videos , they light a fire in me.
You’re welcome ☺️
Thank you. The over-arching reminder to slow down and reflect has always been key for me. When life becomes busy I can feel my sense of peace slipping away. Great reminders here. Thank you.
Thank you for the inspiration and encouragement.
You’re welcome ☺️
I love everything that you share about life and it's meaning. Thank you dear venerable Nick. You are the best. Hope to see you in person someday soon again.
sadhu sadhu. thank you so much Binod 🙂🙂🙂 great to hear from you. Hope all is well.
I love the sound of the rooster crowing in the background. It’s the perfect calming accompaniment to your words of wisdom! 🌻🐓
Thank you for all that you share. I struggle with my mental health and your videos give me a bit of peace and hope.
Wonderful. I'm glad they are helpful. Just diligently practice these tools along with mindfulness and meditation daily my friend :) you got this!
I think the 6th reminder I was able to grasp the most. We are not infinite beings, our time will come. We cannot take any of these physical possessions with us onto our next journey, but what stays in this world is the good that we do for others, the smiles and laughs we give to others. When you die, no one will speak about how much money you made, or what you owned, rather, they will remember you for the good that you brought upon their lives. We need to humble ourselves, and remember that we are not timeless.
Love you Nick! So many times I’ve wanted to talk to monks but was apprehensive so you’re answering all my questions and helping me in my routine 🙏💗
Wonderful. sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂
Thank you, Venerable Nick. I will hold these teachings closely.
Sadhu sadhu thank you so much 😊
Yes, life is short.
One day we're here, the next ..... gone 😞. No one knows when.
I agree, we need to make the most out of the time given to us. Do good unto others (even when no one is watching), exercise our mind by meditating to clear our minds, be appreciative of every little things that comes our way, stay positive.
Peace, love, and genuine happiness comes from the inside 💌
Thanks Nick !!!
Thanks so much for sharing a wonderful time and amazing technology for us👍👍🙏🙏
You’re welcome ☺️
Thank you for helping us Nick.
It's definitely my pleasure to be able to share. Thank you Cathy :)
So grateful for Your teachings - gentle reminders* Resonate with all 10 B-) keep improving * * * * * You have a beautiful smile and explain things so simply so that we can apply it to our lives*
Thank you so much for your kind words Natasha 😊
Thank you, Nick! I guess what resonates with me the most is to constantly remind myself to not complain about what God serves in my plate and to consider it with care and tenderness. It is the epitome of the "attitude of gratitude". Also, I love how this video talks about how we should fixate on our thinking, speaking, and behaving. Hearts for everyone!
Wonderful Justine :)
thank you for having this content available
Good evening Nick and thank you as always🙏 Bless you!
It's a pleasure Shelly. Thank you so much my friend :) stay safe.
Greetings,
Thank you for your teachings.
You’re welcome ☺️
Thank you for the video Nick. It's interesting that you mention Karma in this video. As a westerner I'm skeptical that something like Karma exist, but since I have attempted to sleep in a see of merit it has switched my mindset to focus on helping other people. Since then a lot of good things have happened to me almost by coincidence. I know that good things don't last forever, but my personal experience has opened my mind to the idea of Karma.
You're welcome my friend. Yes karma can definitely be a foreign concept for westerners indeed. I'm glad you are open and just keep doing good :)