After watching this video, I went to the grocery store with the intention of looking at each person with love. The interactions I had with unknown people were extraordinary. So deeply satisfying.
I very much enjoy talking to people at the grocery store.Recently, got a few phone numbers but i realize that becoming there friend is easier said then done.But I'm still hopeful.I will work harder to see the person and let them know i care.
I can't remember where I learned this habit but every day I try to connect with one person. I did this even when living outside of the US. I have had some experiences that still cause me to pause.
Oh man. Say what you will about wasting time on TH-cam. This morning I woke up and thought, "I will not click on any video, I will not watch anything" and I failed to keep that promise to myself and I'm so glad I did because this is exactly what I needed today.
I am an ELA special education teacher. I appreciate his point regarding learning about humanities through the arts and it’s benefits. I want to teach my students to be Illuminators because they make me feel like an illuminator.
Hello dear, it is not the job of the school to teach the students how to behave, the ground base is the family. If parents do not teach their children how to behave, no teacher could do (i know what i am talking about). First of all the best example to teach our own children is to show our own right example , WORDS DO NOT TEACH, only examples following by doing good ACTIONS like compassion, kindness to everyone etc. etc. Blessings from Cambodia 🙏 Much Love
everything a child learns is the wrong things. everything is backwards. the school doesn't teacg anything. it breaks your spirit with relentless torture. stuff your brain full of nonsense that has no practical use. i could he done Anything else with my first 18 years of life and it would have gotten me more skill.
@@kimjongchill114 this has nothing to do with behaving. These are useful tools that the parents were never taught in the first place so they couldn’t teach their kids if they wanted
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If the pupils are respected the like to be teacher.Also If they can tell about their own concerns.
Why ? What are people afraid of. Other people. Because they do not take the time to get to know them. And realize we are all very much alike !! They are afraid of being hurt by them. A culture of fear. That was made so much worse by the pandemic. 😢 I have been an admirer of David for 20 years. I have always identified with his being. We have a great deal in common from a thinking and emotional way of living a life. My love to David. May his wisdom catch on to others 🎉😊
Respected, I am Ashraf Alam 70, Pakistan, Muslim, First introduced myself enabling to understand my thoughts. It's a wonderful presentation. Will read your book soon. You have discussed 2 words, Bonding and Bridging. You are very well aware about Psychological issues in West. The basic reason is they don't follow these words. Psychological diseases have only medical treatments on medication subsequently generating business for Pharma. If you visit Poorest Countries and then there Poorest neighbourhood. These people are enjoying and content in their lives. No Psychological issues because in all those places Bonding is primary life style. They know how to make Social Bridge also. In Italy Piazza was the same thing for public Gossiping and settlement of local issues. Identical approach is still exist in Asia and Africa. In your knowledge that Pope asked to make Bridges instead of Walls. If World Leaders understand these 2 words and start practicing in their life majority of disputes settle in hours. Congratulations for such a fantastic work. God Bless you and your family
@@Cocoisagordonsetter There is a price for living any starta. The word ' Comfort Zone ' minimise your price. ( Price is not only Financial, Social etc etc). Everyone try to find out own Comfort Zone.
@ahrafalam6075 Well said! Years ago, Mother Theresa said something similar, to the effect that in the US people have bigger refrigerators, etc., but they seem to be the loneliest people on earth! Materialism is the dominant ethos here and extreme inequality fuels the anger we see.
When this beautiful soul was introduced as a former conservative columnist for the New York Times, I almost clicked away. His speech really showed me the way to question my bias toward conservatives. To regard everyone you meet with just and loving attention is what the world needs most right now. Thanks for opening my eyes and heart.
That's exactly why I have a bias against liberals and the far right... very closed minded. Kudos for breaking out of allegiance to predigested group think.
Brooks has an ugly soul, one devoid of compassion for the middle class who have been screwed over year after year by filthy rich elitists like himself.
This society has been purposely Brainwashed Against one another! "Divide and Conquer" is a technique used in order to keep everyone's attention away from Who the REAL Enemy is, and what they are doing to us, & society; it's called the Hegelian Dialectic.
@@fairy5668 I think you missed Psyche's point that they shared how the lessons in the video revealed their own weakness that they are open to changing.. Basically they shared how this talk was a revelation to them and taught them something about themselves. Which is something to consider in yourself in your judgement of others...
As an introvert, I had never thought of myself as a diminisher because I don't regularly question other people and can often keep to myself. This has motivated me to make more of an effort to connect when in the company of others.
whats even more interesting is that he mentioned all religions in that line except the one that actually says to greet everyone as if god exists within them. very interesting
@@docborot2671 That is because seeing God in everyone is NOT a religion, it is a way of life, a state of BEINGNESS...religion is organized by others who want you to believe they have a better connection to God than you do...and it will cost you money... Hafiz, a Persian Poet 100 years after Rumi dedicated one of his books of poetry called ' Gifts ' - "To God, masquerading as us." Need I say more?
Nurse here. Leaving the profession soon because of what your sister in law claims. If I had to begin my career at this time, I wouldn’t last as long as I did. I used to like what I do, but there are many days when I go home just beat and so exhausted and I can’t imagine doing this for much longer. The few times when a pt thanks me, I actually have tears in my eyes.
Its not just the patients lack of appreciation. Its the corporate drive for less staff than required to address the needs of the patients. Less staff, less payroll. Less appreciation.
@@jaggillar6680 Yes, the Corporate Healthcare System Denied Care, Denied needed tests, Needed Labs. People take it out on the innocent staff who do not make the Rules. The Rules FOR PROFIT and THE RULERS OF PROFIT.
All jobs are to support ourselves as a given, the level and quality of your services is up to you, for drs. they call it bedside manner, which also has greatly diminished in these times. Nurses were hopefully able to pick up the slack of drs.....who lack. Now it is more CNAs, and that quality can really really vary. I could tell you stories shocking how insensitive to the pain of family having loved ones stuck in hospitals esp for long periods. Shameful. Empathy is there as inbred in one's personality, and persons with it are the ones supposed to enter the nursing profession, or that is the way it used to be once upon a time, you'd meet a nurse type of person. @@Cocoisagordonsetter
I often catch eye contact with ppl in public which brings a smile to my face and it’s contagious…they smile back it is the most beautiful feeling…a connection and knowing without words…pure and natural connection…
This is the most uplifting talk I’ve ever heard. Parts of it broke me, especially about people that struggle with depression. I could listen to David Brooks for ever.
Nicely said.. You pay great tribute. Very similar to Carl Rovers: positive regard. HARD to do. Works every Time.. like push ups. They work...not easy. Respectfully submitted for your consideration. Gregg Oreo
“There will be no punishment here. You’ve just had an experience” hit me so hard for some reason and I almost bursted into tears. Overall a great life flipping thing to have listened to
Sounds like you value care, compassion and consideration. You may be needing some of that for yourself, which is why it touched you. Peace to you and your heart...
I am 73. This is one of the most enlightening talks I have ever heard; I learned so much from it, things I wish I had known when I was 25, 20, 15..... And beyond that, what a wise, engaging, wonderful person this man is. I'm going to get his book immediately and recommend it to everyone I know. Sir, you brought me to tears of gratitude for life, as chaotic as mine has been, and the chances that I have left to see and be seen.
One of the finest, most detailed, well researched, and well-integrated volume on the soft and gentle skills of getting to know people, and how to also see and hear and know them! Top 10 books of all time. A must read for relational people.
Shared with my 24-year old granddaughter. I am discovering, via her, that Gen Z & Baby Boomers have many philosophies in common. We're not that far apart in core beliefs. We've simply grown up with different influences. We talked generations for a bit. I described mine, my parents' and my grandparents' as - I - experienced them. Just quick, personal impressions. Her immediate conclusion was this (paraphrased): each generation had their own unique rebellion against social restraints, wrongs, injustices. Each was attempting to make a better life for themselves. This nugget from a 24-year old. Non-judgmental. Not critical. Humanity could be encouraging these young folks, being better examples ourselves. What it takes is getting back to the basics of living a fair, BALANCED existence.
It's an amazing change a person can make. As a widow of a British Ex-serviceman, I faced a change like that of my late husband. Showing emotions makes us vulnerable but opens hearts. I don't give up myself for growing in the last chapter of my life. Thank you for the video and for sharing this wonderful speech.
I just listened to this while at the bottom of the well of despair. Feeling hopeless and alone this talk just showed up on my computer screen after my crying out to God. If that’s not evidence for the reality of a God who listens to us, then I’m at a loss for understanding those who don’t believe.
This is a tonic. A balm. As you were speaking about attention, I was reminded of Mary Oliver: "Attention is the beginning of devotion." I am deeply grateful for the gifts you have shared here, Mr. Brooks.
I don't know why but I hardly understood what he was talking about, I have read many comments who all say how fantastic his talk was. I just didn't get it, but I will listen again, and again, as I think that for me to understand him, will be of greatest benefit to me.
The description of knowing your wife is incredibly moving. What a blessing to have you give this speech for all of us to ponder. It is such a difficult time we live in - a horrible disconnect from one another. Thank you for bringing me to tears and giving me a bit of hope.
Now I know why I came to like to hear him speak in the news, there was something about him that I was attracted to, the way he respected others and how he was inquisitive and wanted to understand why or what they meant or what they were saying.
I can listen to him for hours. I came across one of his talks soon after my mom passed away. One thing he said was that when pain doesn't get transformed, it gets transmitted. It hit me right then. And I realized the best way to get through the pain is to face it on and let myself feel the all-time low. Through that time, there was no more ego, but I was like a child again, being able to see clearly, be open-minded, and grow again… more deeply rooted as a human being. Serving the community makes me happy, and slowly, without even knowing, I was out of my grieving phase. To this day, I sometimes come back to watch that video to get new inspiration.
This is beautifully inspiring; thank you for sharing . . I agree. Anne Lamott says that pain that is processed can give us two of the best things: softness and illumination. Sometimes I feel like I have those, but other times, the pain and despair resurface.. can I ask, how did you feel the all-time low? For how long? And how did you 'transform' it? Was it only by serving others? Thanks!
Relating the bridesmaid hugged in the knowledge of her loss, brought me to tears. Thoughtful people are so very precious. Thank you David, this talk was special
This is one of the channels that gave me the courage to start my TH-cam channel 8 months ago about self development. Now I have 936 subs and > 800 hours of watch time. I know it’s not comparable with others but I’m still proud I started because I’ve been learning so many lessons that I could haven’t learned without getting started in the 1st place.
@@-Madelief- Whoever you are, I don't know you personally but I can say that you're one of the non-judgmental and open-minded people who is not fixated on tangible or external factors in order to learn from someone like me. Just because someone doesn't have a piece of paper as a credential, doesn't mean that person is not entitled to share personal experiences with the hope & intention to inspire others. Keep up with whatever it is that you're doing to improve mankind or improving your life even to a slight degree each day. This is just one part of a bigger puzzle for creating my TH-cam channel about holistic health. I literally could have died back when I was 14 years old due to major depression but here I am right now replying to you, a TH-camr, who's full of fulfillment and dedication to help others to be a better version of themselves. I ain't better than anyone else but my old self. That's all that really makes this TH-cam thing more meaningful and enjoyable. Thanks so much for your support! I am hoping that you can join me with this endless personal development journey! :)
@@Artyshell53 Thank you! What I really focus on is the value of the content and what I’m truly passionate about while helping others! I'm glad that I'm foolish enough to believe that I can actually start making money through my passions. I've never thought that I'd be able to gain more than 2k subs faster. I can't imagine how many opportunities could have been wasted if I didn't have courage to go after them. That includes having this channel, being in a management role, having the people who actually care about me for who I am, freelance gigs, being an ambassador in a creative community and now I'm also planning on honing my public speaking skills through joining a toastmaster club and these all happened in 2023. It started with writing them all down on a piece of paper. A paper that serves as a reminder for me to go after what I want even through hard times. I'm not bragging about my accomplishments but simply hoping that this message can also inspire others to believe in themselves.
David Brooke's demeanor has always brought me a deep feeling of calmness. He is so thoughtful and decent. I could rest my head on his shoulder metaphorically. I was sad to learn he also hides sadness. Bless you, David. What a kind person, May your life bring you what you need and what gives you peace. You are one of a kind. So happy you are here.
that sentence sounds like my i once say have u realize that sometime a stranger will help u but he twisted that way. i dont think , also last time i talk about depression. hope internate stop coyp n stealing no more is kinded of hurtful they show no respect care n ask u first
Having lost a lover to suicide and recently my husband to cancer, (and getting sober), I realize that the only path for me now is in service to others. My losses are my strength and I have come to be more compassionate and understanding of human trammels, less judgmental and open-hearted. I can only help others who are troubled to help them find peace, and in that I find peace without pomp but with humility and grace. Everyone has human sadness and emototional turmoil deep inside, anyone who denies this is hiding and reactive with anger, resentment in self-protection when their best bet is to share. Not opening up to one another is a missed opportunity on any given day, moment.
He was a great foil to Shields, who was no rocket scientist either back in the day. Brook's has really gone places over the decades, he has my respect now when he once had only my attention.@@nrs6956
I’ve followed David Brooks for a few years now and I have come to appreciate his insights and deep thinking. We need more journalists like him that can communicate with so much eloquence and clarity.
I've got to say, although I always found him likeable, I used to see him as a bit surface level, often superficially correct or having a mainstream reading of policy, but nothing special. But this is really profound and clearly he has really grown as a person and is sharing those insights and his personal journey and personal story, with details. It makes him relatable, and gives his insights context, makes it all more interesting and memorable. I am truly impressed and like him a lot more now. .... I too have grown and changed my views - on policy and personally - and it is always inspiring to see others share their growth in whatever form it comes. We must all be open and willing to rethink and to change as we learn - though first we must be willing to listen and learn.
This is one of the most refreshing and insightful videos I’ve ever seen and this is coming from someone who has watched thousands of psychology videos and struggled with intense depression. Thank you so much!
The universe is always able to smack me (a well-meaning smack) across the face like Cher does to Nicholas Cage in Moonstruck -- "snap out of it!" -- with such obvious synchronicity as to be a clear sign of our interconnectedness and some unseen force guiding our stories. I have been in a depression for several years now that has made little sense to those around me, has challenged my ability to hope, has challenged the patience of friends, family and coworkers, and that literally caused many of the pillars of the life i had constructed to collapse. I am finally beginning to emerge out of the muck and stumbled upon this, which is beautiful and profound and something I needed to hear right now. David made me feel seen. Seeing that it was recorded on my birthday is the smack in the face that I referred to --- a great cosmic pat on the back for making it through, Thank you.
I’m 28 years old, I’ve been watching you on PBS every Friday night for multiple years now! I miss Mark Shields (may he rest in peace), I learned a lot of interpersonal skills watching the interactions you guys had, even when you disagreed.
“I am a beggar who finds bread and tells other beggars where to find bread.” Thanks Mr Brooks for the terrific inspiration. As a doctoral student with lots of reading to do, I’ll be adding your work to my repertoire.
I have grown to really love David Brooks. He is so right about bridging to other people with different opinions or personal outlooks. I tend to be one of those weirdos who loves talking to my seat mate on a plane. It has always given me joy to meet new people and I never had anyone get upset with me for starting a discussion. As a matter of fact people will tell me it made the ride fun. Keep preaching David!
I strive to be better every day, not easy. I have met endless numbers of diminishes, especially now that I am a much older woman, life having left it’s mark on my face and body. My. Brooks, i so much enjoy your articles and speeches.😅
Transcendent. I was drawn to the video by the compelling title of his book alone, only to be completely enraptured by his masterclass on becoming more authentic versions of ourselves by inviting others to do the same. His examples and inspiration are exquisite. I was also gobsmacked to find out how many of the practices he described I naturally employ in my daily interactions. I feel seen.
Absolutely loved this talk so much I’ve been busy all morning sharing it to friends and family. What a wise beautiful man. We all basically want to be seen and respected. Sending love and warmth to everyone who listens to this amazing man. ❤
So true, even a lot of nice people are one sided conversationist. All they want to do is talk about themselves continuously with poor listening skills. i think most people want to be seen, heard and understood but you have to be ready to do the same.
Well that's only your fault if you don't try to make your relationship deeper. If you try and the person is not ready for it or not willing to listen at all, then you have a choice to make.
@@pattychan818'you get what you give' would certainly be nice to be truth, after finding yourself being audience again and again and again after interactions here and there! ✌️
That is so sad, but you're right. I have only a couple of friends in my life at this point, for that reason, and they are people that I can have real talks with, share who I really am with, and I want them to share who they really are. It's our choice who we give our precious time and energy to. We all deserve deep connections in our lives.
@@pattychan818•Yes my son likes to start debates sit back and listen his teacher said he has me scratching my own head wondering what the correct response or even thinking where did that come from I need go and research this ,kindness my dear is never a weakness and never to socially stereotype anyone.He is just 14 Years old nearly 15 .Don’t let your hopes and dreams die my dear .People are quick with insults we can’t all join them or the entire world will be toxic.Sometimes though me and my brothers sit back listen to our kids 4 Nephews and my son ,but other times I actually get scared for his safety .He is Sri Lankan Dad I am white a British with Red Hair ,oh my I have severe depression.PTSD someone told me that housework is therapy when I had Covid .I tell my friend I can’t solve his problem but I will listen and always hear him that it’s ok not to be happy all the time (Along with my Son I use the same ethos )Happiness,Sadness and Grief ,Anger ?That it’s ok not to be ok you can’t all be brain surgeons you can’t or should not stress so much that you think that everything you do is a failure it’s a knock back ,but I will always be there to listen ..Patty I wish you happiness ,health and love even if it’s tough to find ..
This is one of my favorite speeches of all time! Thank you Brooks! For years I've gone through life not feeling connected then one day had an "ah ha" awakening about connective tissue and autoimmune disorders. Rampant in our USA culture. It can start with us. We can be the change for healing/listening.
It seems possible that our emotions could get translated from the emotional body into the physical body. If our thoughts whether conscious or not are saying we're not connected to others or our purpose or even ourselves, our cells could literally react to those statements/commands and respond accordingly (not work in harmony). I realize it's not that simple, but it might be playing a huge role in the malfunction of the body. @@nancyblumel2712
I live in a very small, rural town and have experienced so much of what he spoke about, regarding how bad people treat others. It felt comforting to hear his reasons why they do it. Another part of his talk brought me comfort because my mother just recently passed away and I don’t have much of a support system. Thank you David.
Many years ago when I was studying humanities, I remembered why loved it. It reinforced my curiosity of why people who they are and insight into having meaningful conversations. It taught me to ask questions and understand the root causes of people’s character. Over the years, as I continuously learn, it has allowed me to be more empathetic and sensitive to people, who are first glance, I would not be drawn to. It has also given my life purpose and joy. I am a better Christian because of this. Thank you David Brook’s. I enjoy you sharing what you have learned and your commitment to truth.
AMEN David! You're teaching us to Choose How We Show Up! To be human-to-human. I call this Alltelligence. It's living in nature's symbiosis and reciprocity, the way we're designed to thrive. We - and the world - need this now. #ChooseToShowUp
"I will not declare war" what an statement with so many ramifications personal and universal. Thank you, Mr. Brooks, I have followed your political commentaries for many years and I appreciate enormously your timing insight and your witty use of language. Reading the book now ;)
David is witty, isn't he? Besides the deep hidden truths he shares and makes us be aware of/makes us see, ourselves aswell as others. Thank you for your contribution.
Brooks touches on the essentials of human relating. There is an entire field of psychology that has covered these kinds of topics and skill development. It is humanistic psychology. Carl Rogers was famous for his understanding of human relating. Keep up the good work everyone.
Such great thoughts & instruction & I’m reminded the Bible teaches all of this. The greatest commandment is to love one another, esteem others better than yourself.
David Brooks !!! David Brooks !!! David Brooks !!! I love you! You are the best teacher. (Yes I listened and learned). Sharing IS Caring! Thank you for sharing your knowledge, wisdom, caring, great seeing in love and empathy on how to make this world a better place.
Beautifully presented ❤ I smile at people, i acknowledge others, i noticed many are cold, more so now than ever. Ireland 🇮🇪 My dog and i have daily eye contact, dogs LOVE eye contact, they thrive, i feel her love, she feels mine. She reminds me to be present. Unfortunately family never allowed me to show up as me. Narcissistic parents, hense sadly no contact for self wellbeing ❤
I've followed your writings over the years despite being a so-called 'liberal,' and this talk is like vitamins. Thank you. These are the 'old-fashioned' values that matter to me, real connection being such short supply these days.
This is exactly what I needed to hear, THANK YOU. I am in a politically "mixed marriage," I'm a liberal cosmopolitan who speaks 3 languages married 17 years to a conservative-leaning man who has spent his entire life (3 generations back) in the same small rural community and never left the US. Listening genuinely, openly, and with great respect has not only kept us together but also opened us up to a deep and rich understanding of the political "other." This experience has profoundly changed us and we strive to being this openness and humanizing approach into our wider interactions, but we feel so alone in doing so. It's VERY heartening to see this message proclaimed by David Brooks. I hope that more people are inspired and feel the urgency to courageously join the force for humanization!
The trio David Brooks, Marc Shield ( ✝️ 🕊) and Judy Woodruff have revolutionized tv news for me. As an immigrant who doesn't have English as her 1st language, and who tries to understand and learn about US history, politics and culture, they've never failed to enrich me in a subtle, polite and polished, human, yet extremely informative way. I was always looking forward to PBS Friday eve news. I'm a millennial, by the way
PBS has Definitely been captured by the liberals.. it used to be unbiased. It's not anymore. I'm someone who watched PBS for decades and I've seen it shift to a liberal platform.
Hi Marguerite! Nice to see my name online! Hahaha. Eventhough on TH-cam it says Madelief, my birthname is Marguerite. It's a rare name in my environments. It love my name and therefore I love you too. You made me curious. I never heard of Marc Shield and Judy Woordruff, but will definitely check them out. Thank you.
I like what this man says. You have my respect, Sir. I will read your books, I feel I need to. ❤ Like you said, we really don't give each other the compassion we feel we need and that is one of our major setbacks. Thank you, Sir.
Phenomenal speech! Great use of humor, too. There is so much Truth in your words, David! The way I view it, one look into a person's eyes can reveal so much information, a careful observer can notice many details, even the emotional states, no words necessary. In my 50 years of experience, some people, even perfect strangers can "read" each other. True connection is about an exchange of loving attention, acknowledging each other, our dignity and seeing the world through the eyes of the person we interact with. Thank you so much!
@@TammyMason-uu2of I concur. Strangely that is exactly what came to mind when I read ewalichorowiczs comment contents. What is it about that comment brought that red flag?
I love the speech and its so deeply humane messages. As a former refugee, I have seen diminishers and illuminators in all instantiations one might imagine, from jail to high society. And the message is that, if illuminators are roughly 30%, they really have to carry "on their backs" the rest of the 70% of the society :)
Thank you! Throughout my career, I have observed a concerning trend of increasing anger in social interactions. People seem more inclined to become easily agitated and quick to express their frustrations. What used to be civil debates and discussions have now turned into heated arguments and personal attacks. This slide toward anger is detrimental to effective communication and cooperation. It is crucial that we recognize this shift and strive to bring back civility and respect in our interactions to foster a more harmonious and productive society.
I appreciated his closing statement that he is a teacher because honestly as a therapist one of things we strive for out client is to see an entire person and the things he said while not anything new- Is a lesson that we as humans seems to be forgotten. We need relationships: To be seen, heard and listen to others. We need reciprocal caring community oriented relationships. As an American society we’ve been so lost…
Always knew there was something different about David. He’s Canadian and also Jewish and a lover of Jesus and his teachings. A great combo! He’s much more than that hey authentic. Our world desperately needs this.
Dude, you're awesome. I'm blessed to have stumbled across you today! I am blessed. I suffer from depression often. I've learned to give it to God and pray for deliverance. It's the only thing that works. 😮
I feel I am good at knowing people I’m in HR and I feel I can see a persons strengths, their gifts and talents and support them to realise these and excel in their role. It feels great to be seen and also to do the seeing and the importance of story telling to know someone. ❤ I love this man. I realise I don’t know enough and this work will really help me and also if we could all adopt this approach to life the world will be a safer more loving place.
@@bwoodward9564 Ha. I think the point was besides politics :) I love that people have different opinions, evolving opinions, and it's up to us debate them all. :)
When this beautiful soul was introduced as a former conservative columnist for the New York Times, I almost clicked away. His speech really showed me the way to question my bias toward conservatives. To regard everyone you meet with just and loving attention is what the world needs most right now. Thanks for opening my eyes and heart.
You made me realize why I get so much satisfaction responding to posts I read on Twitter, even though I suspect no one is reading them.There is so much ugliness and misinformation on the site that I always do it with the hope that if I change one mind with my non-confrontational informative post, I have done my part to make society a better place. You gave me a lot to think about especially with regards to understanding the people I disagree with.
I can listen to you for hours, David Brooks. You are an amazing human being. I hope your high school teacher is still around to see you now and be so proud of her student. I just bought your book and I cannot wait until I get into it. Thank you for being you.
I used to love to watch you and Mark on the PBS news hour on Friday nights. I loved the respect and admiration you showed for Mark. Because I am an introvert and struggle with strangers and social groups, I learned a long time ago that most people love to talk about themself, if you ask questions. I am a bit older than you are and I see a disturbing trend in young families today where parents are so worried about the psyche of their children that they are afraid to punish bad behavior, so bad behavior goes unchecked and grows. My daughter started her family very young and has five children - ages 15-23. The saying in their family was, “you get what you get and you don’t throw a fit.” They’ve had many struggles raising these kids (and they’re still in the process with the littles - now not so little) but the focus has always been on serving others. They help their neighbors with yard work, they assist strangers broken down, they serve in soup kitchens, they go on mission trips, they help each other with their chores, they’re discouraged from complaining but if they have a real beef, they listen and work it out, they’re discouraged from speaking ill of anyone, they encourage each other, they spend a lot of family time together, on birthdays they take turns saying what they love about the birthday person, they read the Bible on their own and once a week gather to inform the others of something they learned from it, they listen to each other, they apologize, they pray for each other. Every Christmas their parents give them a chunk of money to give to a charity and each child must research and present a report on their charity of choice, saying what the charity does and why they chose the charity. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve had people come and tell me how awesome my grandkids are. My daughter, who works at their school, tells me there is an increasing amount of parents adopting the “gently parenting” theory. Younger parents come to her to ask how they can get their children to obey. There is no way to get kids to obey under this method and parents are raising self entitled monsters who do not care about anyone but themself. When each child thinks the world revolves around him/her, it disrupts the family and makes everyone miserable. I love that you have written this book to help develop skills to better see and care about others. The breakdown of the home has led to the breakdown of society. I hope people will read your book and dare to make change in their life and their family life, dare to discipline their kids, dare to show their kids how to be respectful and how to get involved in serving others.
Amen! All this works for everyone involved to bring love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness & self - control, both inside and outside the home 🙏🏼
Excellent speech. Looking forward to read this book. Good point raised by the audience about the eye contact in asia and the western tradition. I always feel the need to adjust and adapt to the western and eastern culture. As long as we adapt and adjust and take into account of the differences then it can be done.
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"In every conversation respect is like air. When it's present nobody notices. When it's absent it's all anybody can think about." 👌
same with common sense being like a deodorant: most noticed when it's not used
I love this - thank you
After watching this video, I went to the grocery store with the intention of looking at each person with love. The interactions I had with unknown people were extraordinary. So deeply satisfying.
Wow. Great experience.
I’m gonna try it at my work.
Yes. Loving you heals me!❤
I very much enjoy talking to people at the grocery store.Recently, got a few phone numbers but i realize that becoming there friend is easier said then done.But I'm still hopeful.I will work harder to see the person and let them know i care.
So wonderful. Gonna do so tomorrow. We need each other
I can't remember where I learned this habit but every day I try to connect with one person. I did this even when living outside of the US. I have had some experiences that still cause me to pause.
Oh man. Say what you will about wasting time on TH-cam. This morning I woke up and thought, "I will not click on any video, I will not watch anything" and I failed to keep that promise to myself and I'm so glad I did because this is exactly what I needed today.
Me too!!!
Me too 😅
You're not "wasting time" as long as you thoughtfully curate your content :)
Fatveffn deal
I think youtube is amazing. Social media on the other hand is a waste, but I'm addicted. Try to stay on youtube as much as I can.
“Each person is not a problem to be solved, but a mystery to get to the bottom of.”
Thank you David Brooks for my new mantra.
Some times they are just a pile of poop.
@@lisamoag6548lol thanks I needed to laugh
...a mystery you will never ever get to the bottom of.
I am an ELA special education teacher. I appreciate his point regarding learning about humanities through the arts and it’s benefits. I want to teach my students to be Illuminators because they make me feel like an illuminator.
...or a mystery to try to understand. Everyone wants to be known deeply and to know others deeply
Imagine if in school they taught lectures like this; society would be much better, and we’d be learning actually USEFUL information.
Hello dear, it is not the job of the school to teach the students how to behave, the ground base is the family. If parents do not teach their children how to behave, no teacher could do (i know what i am talking about). First of all the best example to teach our own children is to show our own right example , WORDS DO NOT TEACH, only examples following by doing good ACTIONS like compassion, kindness to everyone etc. etc. Blessings from Cambodia 🙏 Much Love
everything a child learns is the wrong things. everything is backwards. the school doesn't teacg anything. it breaks your spirit with relentless torture. stuff your brain full of nonsense that has no practical use. i could he done Anything else with my first 18 years of life and it would have gotten me more skill.
Yes! It’s a must what a beautiful must to share!
@@kimjongchill114 this has nothing to do with behaving. These are useful tools that the parents were never taught in the first place so they couldn’t teach their kids if they wanted
If the pupils are respected the like to be teacher.Also If they can tell about their own concerns.
“A society that grows more sad is a society that grows more mean”
That hits.
Worse is when society goes hungry. And considering climate change, that's an even bigger concern, IMHO.
I just watched “lost in Yonkers!! “Sadness becomes meanness is the plot of the story 😮
Underneath anger is sadness
Why ? What are people afraid of. Other people. Because they do not take the time to get to know them. And realize we are all very much alike !! They are afraid of being hurt by them. A culture of fear. That was made so much worse by the pandemic. 😢
I have been an admirer of David for 20 years. I have always identified with his being. We have a great deal in common from a thinking and emotional way of living a life. My love to David. May his wisdom catch on to others 🎉😊
It says a lot about so many things about western societies. We have lost our sense of community, compassion and care towards others. 😢
Respected, I am Ashraf Alam 70, Pakistan, Muslim, First introduced myself enabling to understand my thoughts. It's a wonderful presentation. Will read your book soon. You have discussed 2 words, Bonding and Bridging. You are very well aware about Psychological issues in West. The basic reason is they don't follow these words. Psychological diseases have only medical treatments on medication subsequently generating business for Pharma. If you visit Poorest Countries and then there Poorest neighbourhood. These people are enjoying and content in their lives. No Psychological issues because in all those places Bonding is primary life style. They know how to make Social Bridge also. In Italy Piazza was the same thing for public Gossiping and settlement of local issues. Identical approach is still exist in Asia and Africa. In your knowledge that Pope asked to make Bridges instead of Walls. If World Leaders understand these 2 words and start practicing in their life majority of disputes settle in hours. Congratulations for such a fantastic work. God Bless you and your family
@@Cocoisagordonsetter There is a price for living any starta. The word ' Comfort Zone ' minimise your price. ( Price is not only Financial, Social etc etc). Everyone try to find out own Comfort Zone.
@ahrafalam6075 Well said! Years ago, Mother Theresa said something similar, to the effect that in the US people have bigger refrigerators, etc., but they seem to be the loneliest people on earth! Materialism is the dominant ethos here and extreme inequality fuels the anger we see.
Your words Changed my life.
Very, Very nice, Will Share This
Very well said and thank you for sharing such a humbling and awakening perspective. We have a lot to learn and unlearn, here in the west. ❤
When this beautiful soul was introduced as a former conservative columnist for the New York Times, I almost clicked away. His speech really showed me the way to question my bias toward conservatives. To regard everyone you meet with just and loving attention is what the world needs most right now. Thanks for opening my eyes and heart.
That's exactly why I have a bias against liberals and the far right... very closed minded. Kudos for breaking out of allegiance to predigested group think.
Brooks has an ugly soul, one devoid of compassion for the middle class who have been screwed over year after year by filthy rich elitists like himself.
@@dgs1001The whole point of all of this was to NOT be biased lmao
This society has been purposely Brainwashed Against one another! "Divide and Conquer" is a technique used in order to keep everyone's attention away from Who the REAL Enemy is, and what they are doing to us, & society; it's called the Hegelian Dialectic.
@@fairy5668 I think you missed Psyche's point that they shared how the lessons in the video revealed their own weakness that they are open to changing.. Basically they shared how this talk was a revelation to them and taught them something about themselves. Which is something to consider in yourself in your judgement of others...
As an introvert, I had never thought of myself as a diminisher because I don't regularly question other people and can often keep to myself. This has motivated me to make more of an effort to connect when in the company of others.
This is by far, the best TH-cam video I’ve ever watched. Wisdom of an elder, a life changer, an elevator of consciousness.
He had me in tears when he said to look in the eyes of the stranger and see God - which we all are - what a powerful loving being this man truly is.
No
whats even more interesting is that he mentioned all religions in that line except the one that actually says to greet everyone as if god exists within them. very interesting
@@docborot2671which one?
@@docborot2671 That is because seeing God in everyone is NOT a religion, it is a way of life, a state of BEINGNESS...religion is organized by others who want you to believe they have a better connection to God than you do...and it will cost you money... Hafiz, a Persian Poet 100 years after Rumi dedicated one of his books of poetry called ' Gifts ' - "To God, masquerading as us." Need I say more?
He's not wrong...every human being is a direct connection to God...an extension of God so to speak
Nurse here. Leaving the profession soon because of what your sister in law claims. If I had to begin my career at this time, I wouldn’t last as long as I did. I used to like what I do, but there are many days when I go home just beat and so exhausted and I can’t imagine doing this for much longer. The few times when a pt thanks me, I actually have tears in my eyes.
Its not just the patients lack of appreciation. Its the corporate drive for less staff than required to address the needs of the patients. Less staff, less payroll. Less appreciation.
@@jaggillar6680 Yes, the Corporate Healthcare System Denied Care, Denied needed tests, Needed Labs.
People take it out on the innocent staff who do not make the Rules. The Rules FOR PROFIT and THE RULERS OF PROFIT.
The feeling is that many nurses are there for the paycheck. Few these days really seem to have real empathy.
All jobs are to support ourselves as a given, the level and quality of your services is up to you, for drs. they call it bedside manner, which also has greatly diminished in these times. Nurses were hopefully able to pick up the slack of drs.....who lack. Now it is more CNAs, and that quality can really really vary. I could tell you stories shocking how insensitive to the pain of family having loved ones stuck in hospitals esp for long periods. Shameful. Empathy is there as inbred in one's personality, and persons with it are the ones supposed to enter the nursing profession, or that is the way it used to be once upon a time, you'd meet a nurse type of person. @@Cocoisagordonsetter
understaffing. multiple CEOs making 6 to 10 million a year. and thats just one hospital. jerks
I often catch eye contact with ppl in public which brings a smile to my face and it’s contagious…they smile back it is the most beautiful feeling…a connection and knowing without words…pure and natural connection…
This is the most uplifting talk I’ve ever heard. Parts of it broke me, especially about people that struggle with depression. I could listen to David Brooks for ever.
Same. David Brooks is one of the extremely few who's every word grabs my attn. He's a highlight in society.
Nicely said.. You pay great tribute. Very similar to Carl Rovers: positive regard. HARD to do. Works every Time.. like push ups. They work...not easy. Respectfully submitted for your consideration. Gregg Oreo
Me too.
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You are never alone friend.
“There will be no punishment here. You’ve just had an experience” hit me so hard for some reason and I almost bursted into tears. Overall a great life flipping thing to have listened to
Sounds like you value care, compassion and consideration. You may be needing some of that for yourself, which is why it touched you. Peace to you and your heart...
I saw a very similar situation with my father and my older sister when I was really young. It is one of my favorite memories of my dad.
My friend and I both cried. We didn’t watch it together, but we both had the same response to so many parts of it. It was beautiful beyond measure.
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He was so generous and didn't hold back for his knowledge from his book. Didn't even ask us to buy his book. What an amazing human being!
Completely agree. I 👍
But a horrible salesman. 😂
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@@russellstone9056opposite actually. Reaffirms my decision to get it!
Yet I want his book! On average ppl recall 5% of what they hear & 75% of what they read
"Attention is a moral act." 💗 Love that! 💗Thank you! 💗
“I’m not an exceptional person, but I am a grower”. Incredibly powerful and inspirational.
I am 73. This is one of the most enlightening talks I have ever heard; I learned so much from it, things I wish I had known when I was 25, 20, 15..... And beyond that, what a wise, engaging, wonderful person this man is. I'm going to get his book immediately and recommend it to everyone I know. Sir, you brought me to tears of gratitude for life, as chaotic as mine has been, and the chances that I have left to see and be seen.
God bless you
we see you
I am amazed and breaking into tears to see in the comments how most of people are craving for being more loving with each other in their life ❤
Me too
One of the finest, most detailed, well researched, and well-integrated volume on the soft and gentle skills of getting to know people, and how to also see and hear and know them! Top 10 books of all time. A must read for relational people.
His laugh tells me all I need to know about him. A genuine human being.
I had just said aloud to myself, " I love his laugh."
Quite chatty as well.
Lol, Thank God!❤@@Logiconfire
I was touched how he described his wife as "beholding". Very touching. Very human, the deepest we could be.
Shared with my 24-year old granddaughter. I am discovering, via her, that Gen Z & Baby Boomers have many philosophies in common. We're not that far apart in core beliefs. We've simply grown up with different influences. We talked generations for a bit. I described mine, my parents' and my grandparents' as - I - experienced them. Just quick, personal impressions. Her immediate conclusion was this (paraphrased): each generation had their own unique rebellion against social restraints, wrongs, injustices. Each was attempting to make a better life for themselves. This nugget from a 24-year old. Non-judgmental. Not critical. Humanity could be encouraging these young folks, being better examples ourselves. What it takes is getting back to the basics of living a fair, BALANCED existence.
It's an amazing change a person can make. As a widow of a British Ex-serviceman, I faced a change like that of my late husband. Showing emotions makes us vulnerable but opens hearts. I don't give up myself for growing in the last chapter of my life.
Thank you for the video and for sharing this wonderful speech.
What he said about depression is SPOT ON. It's not ideas that are missing....it's energy and other things.
Passion, desire, reasons.
I just listened to this while at the bottom of the well of despair. Feeling hopeless and alone this talk just showed up on my computer screen after my crying out to God. If that’s not evidence for the reality of a God who listens to us, then I’m at a loss for understanding those who don’t believe.
This is a tonic. A balm. As you were speaking about attention, I was reminded of Mary Oliver: "Attention is the beginning of devotion." I am deeply grateful for the gifts you have shared here, Mr. Brooks.
I don't know why but I hardly understood what he was talking about, I have read many comments who all say how fantastic his talk was. I just didn't get it, but I will listen again, and again, as I think that for me to understand him, will be of greatest benefit to me.
Those with adhd have a thinking problem in conversation. Perhaps this is a big reason for the problem with people not conversing well
This is the most eloquently articulated compliment of a comment I have ever read. Thank you 🙏
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@@George-ie1si That's because it didn't make sense to you and that's good. Mr. Brooks has this all backwards.
The description of knowing your wife is incredibly moving. What a blessing to have you give this speech for all of us to ponder. It is such a difficult time we live in - a horrible disconnect from one another. Thank you for bringing me to tears and giving me a bit of hope.
Now I know why I came to like to hear him speak in the news, there was something about him that I was attracted to, the way he respected others and how he was inquisitive and wanted to understand why or what they meant or what they were saying.
I can listen to him for hours. I came across one of his talks soon after my mom passed away. One thing he said was that when pain doesn't get transformed, it gets transmitted. It hit me right then. And I realized the best way to get through the pain is to face it on and let myself feel the all-time low. Through that time, there was no more ego, but I was like a child again, being able to see clearly, be open-minded, and grow again… more deeply rooted as a human being. Serving the community makes me happy, and slowly, without even knowing, I was out of my grieving phase. To this day, I sometimes come back to watch that video to get new inspiration.
This is beautifully inspiring; thank you for sharing . . I agree. Anne Lamott says that pain that is processed can give us two of the best things: softness and illumination. Sometimes I feel like I have those, but other times, the pain and despair resurface..
can I ask, how did you feel the all-time low? For how long? And how did you 'transform' it? Was it only by serving others? Thanks!
Relating the bridesmaid hugged in the knowledge of her loss, brought me to tears. Thoughtful people are so very precious. Thank you David, this talk was special
This is one of the channels that gave me the courage to start my TH-cam channel 8 months ago about self development. Now I have 936 subs and > 800 hours of watch time. I know it’s not comparable with others but I’m still proud I started because I’ve been learning so many lessons that I could haven’t learned without getting started in the 1st place.
So good for you!
I'm happy!
@@-Madelief- Whoever you are, I don't know you personally but I can say that you're one of the non-judgmental and open-minded people who is not fixated on tangible or external factors in order to learn from someone like me. Just because someone doesn't have a piece of paper as a credential, doesn't mean that person is not entitled to share personal experiences with the hope & intention to inspire others. Keep up with whatever it is that you're doing to improve mankind or improving your life even to a slight degree each day. This is just one part of a bigger puzzle for creating my TH-cam channel about holistic health. I literally could have died back when I was 14 years old due to major depression but here I am right now replying to you, a TH-camr, who's full of fulfillment and dedication to help others to be a better version of themselves. I ain't better than anyone else but my old self. That's all that really makes this TH-cam thing more meaningful and enjoyable. Thanks so much for your support! I am hoping that you can join me with this endless personal development journey! :)
@@nathananderson8720 Thank you Nathan. 🙏
_and new subscriber!_ G'day from Western Australia 👋
@@Artyshell53 Thank you!
What I really focus on is the value of the content and what I’m truly passionate about while helping others! I'm glad that I'm foolish enough to believe that I can actually start making money through my passions. I've never thought that I'd be able to gain more than 2k subs faster. I can't imagine how many opportunities could have been wasted if I didn't have courage to go after them. That includes having this channel, being in a management role, having the people who actually care about me for who I am, freelance gigs, being an ambassador in a creative community and now I'm also planning on honing my public speaking skills through joining a toastmaster club and these all happened in 2023. It started with writing them all down on a piece of paper. A paper that serves as a reminder for me to go after what I want even through hard times. I'm not bragging about my accomplishments but simply hoping that this message can also inspire others to believe in themselves.
David Brooke's demeanor has always brought me a deep feeling of calmness. He is so thoughtful and decent. I could rest my head on his shoulder metaphorically. I was sad to learn he also hides sadness. Bless you, David. What a kind person, May your life bring you what you need and what gives you peace. You are one of a kind. So happy you are here.
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What a beautiful comment 💜
Wow,he's got the essense of deep depression down correctly. I also loved his idea of asking strangers what their hidden,unused talent is.
*Wow, he's
*hidden, unused
@@alvallac2171 "Speak for yourself, John Alden." And you have. You, yourself, are both.
It's an awkward question for people who don't have a hidden, unused talent.
@@alvallac2171dude, I'm a grammar fanatic but that was petty, even for me.
that sentence sounds like my i once say have u realize that sometime a stranger will help u but he twisted that way. i dont think , also last time i talk about depression. hope internate stop coyp n stealing no more is kinded of hurtful they show no respect care n ask u first
What a hopeful life story his is. Being a closed-off, unemotional person, and learning to change that well into adulthood. It should give us all hope.
Having lost a lover to suicide and recently my husband to cancer, (and getting sober), I realize that the only path for me now is in service to others. My losses are my strength and I have come to be more compassionate and understanding of human trammels, less judgmental and open-hearted. I can only help others who are troubled to help them find peace, and in that I find peace without pomp but with humility and grace. Everyone has human sadness and emototional turmoil deep inside, anyone who denies this is hiding and reactive with anger, resentment in self-protection when their best bet is to share. Not opening up to one another is a missed opportunity on any given day, moment.
My condolences. May your heart always remain open.
Fear
The best path is to God through Christ.
Peace.🙏🏻🕊️
“It’s wonderfully liberating to think for yourself.”
I’ve followed David on PBS, for years! NEVER heard him speak this personal way! He’s very good at sharing his thoughts and experiences 👍🏿
Generally have found Brooks the low point on PBS. Mark Shields was much more pointed.
jj - Same here, decades, several! He's come a long way, a remarkable individual. I'm very impressed with Brooks.
He was a great foil to Shields, who was no rocket scientist either back in the day. Brook's has really gone places over the decades, he has my respect now when he once had only my attention.@@nrs6956
@@kooale he’s found himself in a more serious way!
I’ve followed David Brooks for a few years now and I have come to appreciate his insights and deep thinking. We need more journalists like him that can communicate with so much eloquence and clarity.
You’re crazy
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@@davehanson199 no😊or ooo
For that matter, we need more PEOPLE like him!
I've got to say, although I always found him likeable, I used to see him as a bit surface level, often superficially correct or having a mainstream reading of policy, but nothing special. But this is really profound and clearly he has really grown as a person and is sharing those insights and his personal journey and personal story, with details. It makes him relatable, and gives his insights context, makes it all more interesting and memorable. I am truly impressed and like him a lot more now.
.... I too have grown and changed my views - on policy and personally - and it is always inspiring to see others share their growth in whatever form it comes. We must all be open and willing to rethink and to change as we learn - though first we must be willing to listen and learn.
This is the first time I've ever heard of David Brooks... what a wonderful insightful, touching talk... I will carry this with me forever. Thank you ♡
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@@DJK-cq2uy see. You did make a difference. First for me as well. Zero to nun conversational skills, but now I'm going to learn, the questions. Ty
This is one of the most refreshing and insightful videos I’ve ever seen and this is coming from someone who has watched thousands of psychology videos and struggled with intense depression. Thank you so much!
The universe is always able to smack me (a well-meaning smack) across the face like Cher does to Nicholas Cage in Moonstruck -- "snap out of it!" -- with such obvious synchronicity as to be a clear sign of our interconnectedness and some unseen force guiding our stories. I have been in a depression for several years now that has made little sense to those around me, has challenged my ability to hope, has challenged the patience of friends, family and coworkers, and that literally caused many of the pillars of the life i had constructed to collapse. I am finally beginning to emerge out of the muck and stumbled upon this, which is beautiful and profound and something I needed to hear right now. David made me feel seen. Seeing that it was recorded on my birthday is the smack in the face that I referred to --- a great cosmic pat on the back for making it through, Thank you.
Likewise, here.
Thank you for your sharing your personal story.
With deep gratitude, Marguerite
What he is describing here is ministry, compassion and love.
What a magnificent Illuminator!!!! The WORLD needs MORE!!!!
I’m 28 years old, I’ve been watching you on PBS every Friday night for multiple years now! I miss Mark Shields (may he rest in peace), I learned a lot of interpersonal skills watching the interactions you guys had, even when you disagreed.
“I am a beggar who finds bread and tells other beggars where to find bread.” Thanks Mr Brooks for the terrific inspiration. As a doctoral student with lots of reading to do, I’ll be adding your work to my repertoire.
I have grown to really love David Brooks. He is so right about bridging to other people with different opinions or personal outlooks. I tend to be one of those weirdos who loves talking to my seat mate on a plane. It has always given me joy to meet new people and I never had anyone get upset with me for starting a discussion. As a matter of fact people will tell me it made the ride fun. Keep preaching David!
Hahaha.
I can completely relate to that. What a joy meeting strangers can be!
Thank you for sharing.
I strive to be better every day, not easy. I have met endless numbers of diminishes, especially now that I am a much older woman, life having left it’s mark on my face and body. My. Brooks, i so much enjoy your articles and speeches.😅
Transcendent. I was drawn to the video by the compelling title of his book alone, only to be completely enraptured by his masterclass on becoming more authentic versions of ourselves by inviting others to do the same. His examples and inspiration are exquisite. I was also gobsmacked to find out how many of the practices he described I naturally employ in my daily interactions. I feel seen.
What a gift!
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Absolutely loved this talk so much I’ve been busy all morning sharing it to friends and family. What a wise beautiful man. We all basically want to be seen and respected. Sending love and warmth to everyone who listens to this amazing man. ❤
The book is good too! But having the book and talk…🎉❤
Hi Betty,
David's talk did also raise the urge of sharing within me.
So nice to read you did too.
Thank you for you contribution!
Bless you.
Listening to this made me breakdown and cry so many times, because it touched me at the core. Truth is always liberating. Thank you David Brooks
Even in our closest relationships we are unknown. We are mostly surface talkers . Enjoyed your presentation.
So true, even a lot of nice people are one sided conversationist. All they want to do is talk about themselves continuously with poor listening skills. i think most people want to be seen, heard and understood but you have to be ready to do the same.
Well that's only your fault if you don't try to make your relationship deeper. If you try and the person is not ready for it or not willing to listen at all, then you have a choice to make.
@@pattychan818'you get what you give' would certainly be nice to be truth, after finding yourself being audience again and again and again after interactions here and there!
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That is so sad, but you're right. I have only a couple of friends in my life at this point, for that reason, and they are people that I can have real talks with, share who I really am with, and I want them to share who they really are. It's our choice who we give our precious time and energy to. We all deserve deep connections in our lives.
@@pattychan818•Yes my son likes to start debates sit back and listen his teacher said he has me scratching my own head wondering what the correct response or even thinking where did that come from I need go and research this ,kindness my dear is never a weakness and never to socially stereotype anyone.He is just 14 Years old nearly 15 .Don’t let your hopes and dreams die my dear .People are quick with insults we can’t all join them or the entire world will be toxic.Sometimes though me and my brothers sit back listen to our kids 4 Nephews and my son ,but other times I actually get scared for his safety .He is Sri Lankan Dad I am white a British with Red Hair ,oh my I have severe depression.PTSD someone told me that housework is therapy when I had Covid .I tell my friend I can’t solve his problem but I will listen and always hear him that it’s ok not to be happy all the time (Along with my Son I use the same ethos )Happiness,Sadness and Grief ,Anger ?That it’s ok not to be ok you can’t all be brain surgeons you can’t or should not stress so much that you think that everything you do is a failure it’s a knock back ,but I will always be there to listen ..Patty I wish you happiness ,health and love even if it’s tough to find ..
This is one of my favorite speeches of all time! Thank you Brooks! For years I've gone through life not feeling connected then one day had an "ah ha" awakening about connective tissue and autoimmune disorders. Rampant in our USA culture. It can start with us. We can be the change for healing/listening.
What is that connection there between auto immune and connective tissue?😊
It seems possible that our emotions could get translated from the emotional body into the physical body. If our thoughts whether conscious or not are saying we're not connected to others or our purpose or even ourselves, our cells could literally react to those statements/commands and respond accordingly (not work in harmony). I realize it's not that simple, but it might be playing a huge role in the malfunction of the body. @@nancyblumel2712
I live in a very small, rural town and have experienced so much of what he spoke about, regarding how bad people treat others. It felt comforting to hear his reasons why they do it. Another part of his talk brought me comfort because my mother just recently passed away and I don’t have much of a support system. Thank you David.
May you find peace and comfort at this challenging time. I hope that even the words of a stranger will provide you with a measure of solace.
@@Elizabeth-arb22 Thank you Elizabeth, they do.
Choose the best either printed words or humans.
Roxanne..
My condolences ❤
Roxanne, I am pleased to hear you found comfort from David's talk. As for your own personal sad loss - I am sending you heartfelt condolences
Many years ago when I was studying humanities, I remembered why loved it. It reinforced my curiosity of why people who they are and insight into having meaningful conversations. It taught me to ask questions and understand the root causes of people’s character. Over the years, as I continuously learn, it has allowed me to be more empathetic and sensitive to people, who are first glance, I would not be drawn to. It has also given my life purpose and joy. I am a better Christian because of this.
Thank you David Brook’s. I enjoy you sharing what you have learned and your commitment to truth.
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We need more of this kind of rhetoric. Our souls are starving for meaning. Thank you for growing and encouraging humanity.
AMEN David! You're teaching us to Choose How We Show Up! To be human-to-human. I call this Alltelligence. It's living in nature's symbiosis and reciprocity, the way we're designed to thrive. We - and the world - need this now. #ChooseToShowUp
"I will not declare war" what an statement with so many ramifications personal and universal. Thank you, Mr. Brooks, I have followed your political commentaries for many years and I appreciate enormously your timing insight and your witty use of language. Reading the book now ;)
David is witty, isn't he?
Besides the deep hidden truths he shares and makes us be aware of/makes us see, ourselves aswell as others.
Thank you for your contribution.
What a chrismatic speaker. Thats a gift ! ❤ I really enjoyed him.
I love this, so emotional listening and wonderful learning opportunity. Thank you David Brooks.
Brooks touches on the essentials of human relating. There is an entire field of psychology that has covered these kinds of topics and skill development. It is humanistic psychology. Carl Rogers was famous for his understanding of human relating. Keep up the good work everyone.
Such great thoughts & instruction & I’m reminded the Bible teaches all of this. The greatest commandment is to love one another, esteem others better than yourself.
David Brooks !!! David Brooks !!! David Brooks !!! I love you! You are the best teacher. (Yes I listened and learned). Sharing IS Caring! Thank you for sharing your knowledge, wisdom, caring, great seeing in love and empathy on how to make this world a better place.
This is a fantastic talk. Thank you David for your contributions to the discussion of what it means to be truly human.
Beautifully presented ❤
I smile at people, i acknowledge others, i noticed many are cold, more so now than ever. Ireland 🇮🇪
My dog and i have daily eye contact, dogs LOVE eye contact, they thrive, i feel her love, she feels mine.
She reminds me to be present.
Unfortunately family never allowed me to show up as me.
Narcissistic parents, hense sadly no contact for self wellbeing ❤
The first conservative who has captivated and held my attention with his humanity and insights.
You could easily pass as a stand up comedian. Love the honesty
Bob Newhart style
A naturalist in humour.
I've followed your writings over the years despite being a so-called 'liberal,' and this talk is like vitamins. Thank you. These are the 'old-fashioned' values that matter to me, real connection being such short supply these days.
This is exactly what I needed to hear, THANK YOU. I am in a politically "mixed marriage," I'm a liberal cosmopolitan who speaks 3 languages married 17 years to a conservative-leaning man who has spent his entire life (3 generations back) in the same small rural community and never left the US. Listening genuinely, openly, and with great respect has not only kept us together but also opened us up to a deep and rich understanding of the political "other." This experience has profoundly changed us and we strive to being this openness and humanizing approach into our wider interactions, but we feel so alone in doing so. It's VERY heartening to see this message proclaimed by David Brooks. I hope that more people are inspired and feel the urgency to courageously join the force for humanization!
yes my sister...I am with you 🙏 Let us continue to be Human .....loving all 💕
We are in the same situation - but honor and love ( most of the time😂) come before opinions and politics..
The trio David Brooks, Marc Shield ( ✝️ 🕊) and Judy Woodruff have revolutionized tv news for me. As an immigrant who doesn't have English as her 1st language, and who tries to understand and learn about US history, politics and culture, they've never failed to enrich me in a subtle, polite and polished, human, yet extremely informative way. I was always looking forward to PBS Friday eve news. I'm a millennial, by the way
PBS has Definitely been captured by the liberals.. it used to be unbiased. It's not anymore. I'm someone who watched PBS for decades and I've seen it shift to a liberal platform.
They are giving you a biased perspective from the Left. Trust me.
Listen to some Conservatives too, these guys are just purebred DC hacks
What a great statement. Cool. Thanks!
Hi Marguerite!
Nice to see my name online!
Hahaha.
Eventhough on TH-cam it says Madelief, my birthname is Marguerite.
It's a rare name in my environments. It love my name and therefore I love you too.
You made me curious. I never heard of Marc Shield and Judy Woordruff, but will definitely check them out.
Thank you.
Same here, I have loved their shows and presentations from the first moment I got to know them❤
I like what this man says. You have my respect, Sir. I will read your books, I feel I need to. ❤
Like you said, we really don't give each other the compassion we feel we need and that is one of our major setbacks. Thank you, Sir.
This made me cry, it touched my heart so deeply. I'm buying this beautiful man's book.
David made me cry too. As you write, he touched my heart deeply.
Thank you for sharing! 🙏
Phenomenal speech! Great use of humor, too. There is so much Truth in your words, David! The way I view it, one look into a person's eyes can reveal so much information, a careful observer can notice many details, even the emotional states, no words necessary. In my 50 years of experience, some people, even perfect strangers can "read" each other. True connection is about an exchange of loving attention, acknowledging each other, our dignity and seeing the world through the eyes of the person we interact with. Thank you so much!
That’s how some narcissists are so successful!
@@TammyMason-uu2of I concur. Strangely that is exactly what came to mind when I read ewalichorowiczs comment contents. What is it about that comment brought that red flag?
To me, that is so true.
Thank you for your contribution!
🙏🙏🙏 Mr. Brooks, the nation desperately needs to hear this lecture, especially now.
Thoroughly enjoyed this. Thought provoking and heart felt . ❤
I love the speech and its so deeply humane messages. As a former refugee, I have seen diminishers and illuminators in all instantiations one might imagine, from jail to high society. And the message is that, if illuminators are roughly 30%, they really have to carry "on their backs" the rest of the 70% of the society :)
Thank you! Throughout my career, I have observed a concerning trend of increasing anger in social interactions. People seem more inclined to become easily agitated and quick to express their frustrations. What used to be civil debates and discussions have now turned into heated arguments and personal attacks. This slide toward anger is detrimental to effective communication and cooperation. It is crucial that we recognize this shift and strive to bring back civility and respect in our interactions to foster a more harmonious and productive society.
The concept of the "common good" is disappearing.
People rush to be insulted.
Interesting huh!
At onetime we all globally knew what that meant . But now it's got a manipulated twist to its definition..
@@TKCTSTN tends to happen with bills of goods
I appreciated his closing statement that he is a teacher because honestly as a therapist one of things we strive for out client is to see an entire person and the things he said while not anything new- Is a lesson that we as humans seems to be forgotten. We need relationships: To be seen, heard and listen to others. We need reciprocal caring community oriented relationships. As an American society we’ve been so lost…
yes my friend, but we are being 'found' too, you for one are found...you are here...that gives me hope 😄for America 🙏
Always knew there was something different about David. He’s Canadian and also Jewish and a lover of Jesus and his teachings. A great combo! He’s much more than that hey authentic. Our world desperately needs this.
Dude, you're awesome. I'm blessed to have stumbled across you today! I am blessed. I suffer from depression often. I've learned to give it to God and pray for deliverance. It's the only thing that works. 😮
I feel I am good at knowing people I’m in HR and I feel I can see a persons strengths, their gifts and talents and support them to realise these and excel in their role. It feels great to be seen and also to do the seeing and the importance of story telling to know someone. ❤ I love this man. I realise I don’t know enough and this work will really help me and also if we could all adopt this approach to life the world will be a safer more loving place.
One of the best speech I have heard in a long time. ❤
Yet, he denies Trump.
Me too… ❤
@@bwoodward9564 Ha. I think the point was besides politics :) I love that people have different opinions, evolving opinions, and it's up to us debate them all. :)
I deny the buy dung@@bwoodward9564
David Brooks is so humble and such a good analyst of human behavior. God bless him. I can listen to him all day long.
So powerful and profound, thank you! We all have a need to be seen, so I will work harder at seeing others ❤
When this beautiful soul was introduced as a former conservative columnist for the New York Times, I almost clicked away. His speech really showed me the way to question my bias toward conservatives. To regard everyone you meet with just and loving attention is what the world needs most right now. Thanks for opening my eyes and heart.
You made me realize why I get so much satisfaction responding to posts I read on Twitter, even though I suspect no one is reading them.There is so much ugliness and misinformation on the site that I always do it with the hope that if I change one mind with my non-confrontational informative post, I have done my part to make society a better place. You gave me a lot to think about especially with regards to understanding the people I disagree with.
Thank you, Mr Brooks, for describing kindness, mindful kindness.
His book is wonderful with a profound sincere message that needs to be spread- how to communicate! Wow!
If only…there were more humans like Brooks…what a better world we would live in
Wow. Yes. He is a teacher. Spreading truth.
Being able to feel seen, and loved, and that you matter is a deep yearning inside of all people.
I can listen to you for hours, David Brooks. You are an amazing human being. I hope your high school teacher is still around to see you now and be so proud of her student. I just bought your book and I cannot wait until I get into it. Thank you for being you.
“These skills, from the first gaze to the conversation to hard conversations amid conflict, these to me are the essence of moral life.” ~ David Brooks
Great talk! David Brooks is such an interesting thinker. I like his focus on having a good moral center.
I used to love to watch you and Mark on the PBS news hour on Friday nights. I loved the respect and admiration you showed for Mark. Because I am an introvert and struggle with strangers and social groups, I learned a long time ago that most people love to talk about themself, if you ask questions.
I am a bit older than you are and I see a disturbing trend in young families today where parents are so worried about the psyche of their children that they are afraid to punish bad behavior, so bad behavior goes unchecked and grows.
My daughter started her family very young and has five children - ages 15-23. The saying in their family was, “you get what you get and you don’t throw a fit.” They’ve had many struggles raising these kids (and they’re still in the process with the littles - now not so little) but the focus has always been on serving others. They help their neighbors with yard work, they assist strangers broken down, they serve in soup kitchens, they go on mission trips, they help each other with their chores, they’re discouraged from complaining but if they have a real beef, they listen and work it out, they’re discouraged from speaking ill of anyone, they encourage each other, they spend a lot of family time together, on birthdays they take turns saying what they love about the birthday person, they read the Bible on their own and once a week gather to inform the others of something they learned from it, they listen to each other, they apologize, they pray for each other. Every Christmas their parents give them a chunk of money to give to a charity and each child must research and present a report on their charity of choice, saying what the charity does and why they chose the charity.
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve had people come and tell me how awesome my grandkids are. My daughter, who works at their school, tells me there is an increasing amount of parents adopting the “gently parenting” theory. Younger parents come to her to ask how they can get their children to obey. There is no way to get kids to obey under this method and parents are raising self entitled monsters who do not care about anyone but themself. When each child thinks the world revolves around him/her, it disrupts the family and makes everyone miserable.
I love that you have written this book to help develop skills to better see and care about others. The breakdown of the home has led to the breakdown of society. I hope people will read your book and dare to make change in their life and their family life, dare to discipline their kids, dare to show their kids how to be respectful and how to get involved in serving others.
Amen! All this works for everyone involved to bring love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness & self - control, both inside and outside the home 🙏🏼
I love this because I struggle with good open honest conversation. I struggle with asking the right questions.
Thank you David Brooks, for this elegant conversation of mutual respect and deep admiration of and for each other.
Huge fan of DB, he understands humanity. Appreciate his insight. I never miss a Friday night with PBS.
Great speech, will definitely buy the book and read it. We really need more of such speeches in our life to make people think about other people.
Excellent speech. Looking forward to read this book.
Good point raised by the audience about the eye contact in asia and the western tradition. I always feel the need to adjust and adapt to the western and eastern culture. As long as we adapt and adjust and take into account of the differences then it can be done.
Dude's intro is funnier than most stand up comedy I've heard