I don’t take anything personally. I’ve realized that people have bad days and take any opportunity to snap at anyone. I know it’s also a reflection of whatever pain and suffering they have or are going through. I know my truths, and let those that criticize talk. Words don’t hurt. Thank you for sharing your perspective with us 🙏🏽
I ignore negative criticism because I know myself more than those people who has nothing better to do in life 😜 I just focus on the positives. Like you said "focus on your own bowl, sleep on your own pillow." On the flip side, I do welcome constructive criticism because it helps me grow and improve as a person. In general, if people have nothing good to say, it's better to 🤐 _ Thank you Nick for sharing your view on criticism. You're in a good place and please continue to do good work to inspire others. Be safe.
A 24 year old boy seeing out from the train’s window shouted… “Dad, look the trees are going behind!” Dad smiled and a young couple sitting nearby, looked at the 24 year old’s childish behavior with pity, suddenly he again exclaimed… “Dad, look the clouds are running with us!” The couple couldn’t resist and said to the old man… “Why don’t you take your son to a good doctor?”The old man smiled and said…“I did and we are just coming from the hospital, my son was blind from birth, he just got his eyes today. Every single person on the planet has a story. Don’t judge people before you truly know them. The truth might surprise you.
I stumbled upon this channel and so glad that I found it. This is now officially my favorite channel. It's full of wisdom, love and light. I feel so much love and purity from watching just a few videos so far. I'm grateful for you Nick Keomahavong. Thank you with all my hearat.
"Why does it not affect me ? because I understand that when you take a look at something with not a complete picture, you're going to make observations ... conclusions, judgments .. but it is not complete and doesn't really reflect what is happening" - a gem of a thought. worth remembering.
My story, I have listened to A Monks Guide to Happiness for the past two years. I have listened to the audio over 100 times. I did this because Christian teaching was so engrained in my thinking where they teach anti Buddhism. I have not gone to church for over 10 years, but the previous 15 years of preaching very much narrowed my views on almost everything. My husband whom I have been married to for 13 years is not a Christian and opened my mind to the hypocrisy. I have suffered from extrema anxiety, PTSD as an X veteran. I just kept listening to a monks Guide to Happiness in the hope I would have a break through one day. This happened about a month ago. I listened to plum village messages and one of the messages I heard, opened my mind and all the anxiety I have had for decades, stopped in a matter of 2 minutes. I wish I learnt about Buddhism when I was a child. Thank you for sharing your message. Buddhism teaching is so simple, practical and non oppressive. If all Defence Member were trained in this, it would stop a lot of suffering for them in their future. To think that India came up with Buddhism, how privileged they are from this. India does not need to become more like the west, the west needs to be more like India.
I feel you have tried very hard to find your place in the world. A place that fits your true self.... I think every person has the same goal in life, that is to seek his/her place in the world. However, the difference is that not many people are willing to go so much beyond their comfort zone. For that, I really admire your courage. You are my inspiration.
@22: 21 I can resonate. I suppose most 'born' Buddhists have this alignment issue because Buddhist nations are moving towards the western culture... and there's hardly any support to bridge, for those who want. I struggled from the age of 14-15 years and completing the circle only in my 50s. Most of my counterpart 'professionals' living in main cities or have migrated to the west have same issue and are struggling to pass this precious cultural heritage to their children. This series on monastic discipline, mindfulness in daily life and monks perspective is SO precious everytime I listen it brings me to tears. I've been waiting for this for soo long in my life. Thank you bhante keep doing your great work!!!
I read somewhere that "People that criticize others are most unhappy about something in there lives and they takes most pathetic measure to make themselves feel better" I hope they will find peace and buddha in there life 🙏
Western psychology refers to “projection” , which if I understand correctly is calling out a perceived flaw in another person that one is unable to admit to - in oneself.
You are so authentic, Humble and extreme Reflective.....I am also a teacher.... Reflection, Mediation, HUMBLENESS and what ever one recieves as Feedback....listen to learn....all the very best ...God's Speed....many many thanks..
I appreciate you sharing this video. You are a gift to this world. This is brings tears to my eyes. I want you to know that this channel and what you share is like a bright lantern in my life. Like i said before, please dont ever stop sharing these, theres so much gem and so much wisdom that you are sharing so freely with such an open & warm heart in your channel. Thank you, thank you, thank you, kind soul!
There is a teaching in the Bible in Proverbs 29:25, "It is dangerous to be concerned with what others think of you, but if you trust in the Lord you are safe." This has helped me a lot when others judge me unfairly.
Brother Nick. The world has a blessing in you. You sharing has so many angles and each is has star ready to illuminate any who is listening. Thank you for sharing. Be blessed 🙌 😇
Mr Nick, this came up on my feed and I shared with my friend who constantly gets criticized by family, even her own father. And she has been feeling horrible. I found this useful and shared with her. Thank you so much!
Nick my friend, initially when I stumbled upon your 'morning routine' video a few days a go, I didn't realise what exactly about you spoke out to me. Was it the budhist philosophy that had always resenated with my personal philosophies that I'd come to learn about myself?, was it your calm nature? Or was it a nudge towards some clarity in this path to finding my true self? I now realise that it's all of them and the sincerity in the things you are saying. Keep doing what you're doing. I'm grateful and really glad you've finally found your place in the world, for you and for me. Respect, Midi
Ven Nick. You are wise and yet so humble. Strength to see beyond the human expectation and to strive to become a human is so admirable and inspiring. I am always wishing you good health and strength to continue to guide and share. With million love ❤️ 🇸🇬
You just reminded me of a verse in the Dhammapada: "He who talks too much, they blame him. He who says little, they blame him. Whether he talks too much or too little, they blame him." In other words, no matter what you do, you can't please everyone.😊
Thank you for this! I was criticized today at work for a training class I led. It was so upsetting to me and I couldn’t figure out why. I came from a supportive and helpful approach in my training…..now I know that my intention was enough and not everyone will receive my intention as my heart desired. Everyone but one person gave me high marks on the post training evaluation. And that is enough! ❤
Nick you should be a public speaker All your videos are very inspiring and reassuring, Your delivery is very efficient and your message always lands and resonate with me. For those who criticise your videos, it's a free world, they free to listen to whatever resonates with them Also , I feel some people bring criticism not for the sake of feedback but for the sake of criticism itself. You do you. Keep going, loads of people enjoys it. Do it for us who do please.
I'm in my junior year of highschool, and from all the videos I've watched, I felt like I could immediately understand all the lessons you've provided in your videos. Especially when it comes to criticism, I always try not to take it to heart and look at it from a third person perspective. It allowed me to better understand the other person and perhaps their intention was to help, but the criticism was just quite aggressive. However, thank you so much for all your videos! Its a such a great breather for the day and very useful content :)
I find your talk's and wisdom amazing. You are kind and gentle. I am going to practice many of your teachings. You inspire me to not only want to be a better person, but to always question my motive and reach out to others simply for the sake helping. Keep going. You are doing great things!
Thank you for your lesson on Criticism. So much pain comes from misreading criticism. From a different angle criticism could also be looked at as a helping tool for us to get closer to awareness. When people criticize us, they actually help us better understand the reality we live in. Even when they are wrong, the fact that they express it, it helps us understand human nature better. To me, the worst aspect is actually lack of criticism or ignorance - and probably even in the silence of ignorance there is so much to learn from. An absolute nothing doesn't exist.
Brother Nick. Studying the dharma is skilful, but living the dharma is enlightened. I started my journey six years ago by walking into our local sangha - as so many people do, because my life was literally falling apart. Death of parents, failure of our 20 year marriage, several jobs lost and then my new partner’s brush with cancer. I felt that life was just too hard and I was in a very dark place. I was desperate to try to find out what is the point of being alive. I walked into the sangha, sat at the end of the mediation room and I will never forget the order member leading the meditation leaning forward and fixing me with the most radiant welcoming smile. I was in the right place. I have learnt from the dharma that a good answer to “What is one’s life for ?” is that we are each here to ease the suffering of others. And you, dear brother are a living embodiment of that. “May the longtime sun shine on you, All love surround you And the pure light within you Guide your way on” …. Quote from The Incredible String Band 😊
Hi Nick! Great to see you. What a beautiful spot you are sitting in for this video. You are absolutely right you DO NOT need to explain yourself to anyone, you know that...but thank you for sharing anyways. Your heart is in the right place. As a therapist you gave so much of yourself to your clients to do your best to ease their pain and suffering. As a Monk you continue to give so much of yourself....and now not just to your personal clients, but the whole world! I see you as a spiritual guide, advisor, and a friend! So much of your advice and your words have been an important part of my life since I discovered you. To anyone reading this Nick's heart is pure and his intentions are pure. He truly cares about you. To any of the "critics" out there I can tell you with 100% certainty that Nick is definitely not bothered by any nasty, mean, or ruthless feedback! Don't ever stop what you're doing Nick! It matters so much to so many of us! 🙏❤️👍🙏🤜🤛
Nicks honesty is so powerful heartwarming and refreshing. And ever so kind..im so so thankful and greatful..to have found this channel..peace love and kindness to all out there struggling
Your videos have helped me tremendously. I listen to you at work and before I fall asleep. For meditation. It calms my soul. Keep up your work. You have a gift and I am so thankful you are sharing it with the world! Much peace and love to you.
Dear Nick, I'm in shock when I watch your video why you became a Monk, but then I realized & understood your mission! My father was a Buddhist. I'm a Buddhist too! I can relate to you in several different ways. All my life, people are judging me wrongful, badly, & causing me anger. What these people don't know is that, I have special gifts, talents, & skills that someday they might need my help!! With maturity & windsom, I'm managing a whole lot better. All my life, I'm teaching people how to be kind heart, generous, help the needy, respectful, & love! God knows my intentions are good! I ADMIRE YOU & RESPECT THE PATH YOU CHOOSE! I love watching your videos! IT'S VERY ENLIGHTMENT! FINALLY, YOU'RE THE ONE THAT I CAN RELATE! Keep making the videos.WE NEED MORE PEOPLE LIKE YOU IN THIS WORLD!😇💜🕊 I WISH YOU WELL, PROSPER, & PEACE!🎊 CA🌻
I felt like you were talking directly to me today, thank you so much. I’ve recently had some very unpleasant criticism of my work and my character which has affected me deeply. I listened and absorbed what you said and feel I can now move on. Thank you 💞
Thank you so much, Nick! I grew up under the lens of criticism, so for me, for many years I turned that criticism inwards. After many years of therapy, little by little I have learned to not be my own worst critic and to better withstand the criticism of others. Your message brings me so much joy. The important thing is to look always at ourselves and our intention. If our intention is true and good and pure, then this is the most important thing: to be at peace with ourselves. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
After embracing buddhism a decade ago I'm still struggling to make sense of this philosophy/faith in my life, but your clear and pragmatic approach made this practice more fulfilling and light. Thank you for sharing your enlightenment ven. Nick...
thank you for broadening up my perspective. I know I am very judgmental sometimes, but because of your video, I can stop and think why I am so harsh on others.
Whenever I feel at loss with the world, and let's say that includes more or less my family, and sometimes that can feel like an extremely lonely place to be in, I come here and suddenly I am all smiles. I love above all how you laugh with all your heart over the most distressing of things. I have so much to learn. Thank you Nick.
Thank you Nick for your videos. I have been in a twelve step program over 40 years. I like hearing what people observe me doing and share it in a kind way. It gives me the opportunity to evaluate myself and sometimes change a behavior. I have one friend that I try to share my experiences in an effort that maybe she can see something that may need some tweaking. However she feels criticized and that’s not my intent. Your video helped me see myself and hopefully “not share” what I see when I see it. I have tried in the past and do better for a bit then fall back into my old habits. Listening to you has been enlightening and I will continue try to be less opinionated :-) in the future and remember it’s not my job to fix others, only myself. Namaste my friend 🙏🏼
What I appreciate the most about you, Ven. Nick, is that you are a real person and not an act. This video is a good example of it. Thank you for being so forthcoming and so forthright. I have been a fan of yours here on TH-cam for many years and look forward to many more years with you.
I worked as a palliative nurse for a while and for some seemedly bizarre reason people have questioned every decision i made about my career beyond that point. I say don't give it a second more thought. You are making the world a far better place than you found it, that should be more than enough.
I'm a reforming perfectionist and tend to be extremely critical of myself, and this understanding is my saving grace. I now can analyze myself in a neutral manner, and correct myself without beating myself to complete defeat. Please know that you are a shining guide for me. I appreciate your help, and thank you from my heart. I pray for you and your journey! God bless you!
Such a beautiful place you’re at. I believe that all roads lead to here & knowledge is wealth, share it. I’ve realized that so many people are set in their ways, staying true to what they’ve been taught. Those are the ones who have criticized me most. The receptive people are the open minded ones who love hearing about other people’s interests. Whenever someone criticizes me, I just say “let’s agree to disagree sometimes”. Blessings always Nick!🙏🏻❤️
I think on our planet there will always be people who will disagree with us. It’s just the way it is. It balances things out. There is no right or wrong except for different perspectives and we can always learn from perspectives.
@@MindNow I seem to have attracted a lot of narcissistic men over the years. I guess it’s the empath/healer in me. They’re always disagreeing with me. I guess I’m naturally intimidating😂
@@vallovesnature8449 Eventually you will attract the people that you are. I'm not saying that you a narcissistic person, but the empathic person you are, you will attract those people in your life as well. So, keep being who you are
im a roman catholic and ive been watching your videos from time to time. my life is down bad and im developing my self control and im on my spiritual stage where as i question peace anger what to do etc. you help me a lot and i believe in everything i know i have a different God but i believe on other Gods too. THANKS for the videos NICK! do your own thing people would say what they wanna say!
Thank you so much Raphael. I'm glad you're able to use this information to improve your life. That's beautiful. Thank you for sharing and keep doing the work 🙂🙂🙂 greetings from Thailand
Same here-a devoted catholic but really love watching Nick’s Video...So much information and lots of wisdom that we can apply for our everyday living....Thank you Nick for sharing your wisdom ...
Thank you so much for all These wonderful videos. They have become my early morning treat as I’m starting my day. They not only bring me food for thoughts they bring me inner calm and comfort me on my path in life. So yes thank you so much and you definitely are on my “gratefulness “ list everyday!
We all need a "home", somewhere that we belong. Our true selves is our home and it is so wonderful that your soul lead you to where you are today. I salute you and I will write in my journal all the good attributes that I find attractive in you so I can begin to be my true self too.
it takes wisdom to look at a whole complete picture. I really enjoy the pine trees, the space between the trees allows the sunshine to reach the grass. Sadhu..3x 🙏🙏🙏
This is real deep very interesting i find social media some people can be very cruel i have thought when people are mean they are not happy with themselves. But you are teaching me and have me thinking maybe different
Miami, Florida - Nick, recording your videos is a great thing to do, this is you communicating with us so we can learn! Your videos are extremely helping to me. Thank you for your videos!
Another wonderful video Nick, thank you. Also, thank you for the live stream yesterday, I am currently saving to come to ordain next summer. Thank you for your wise words and for sharing your knowledge with the world.
One thing I learnt is that every criticism has some truth in it. I will use it it to see how can I improve myself without getting mad. I think of them as my teacher.
I’ve become enchanted watching and listening to Nick. I’m Christian and don’t have any understanding of Buddhism. I don’t know if they have a belief in God but when I listen to Nicks words i feel like I’m listening to a great religious scholar. For me he speaks Gods words. I have so much pain in my life I think Nick has come into my world for a reason. I pray for healing x
In listening to you, I am happy you are doing this b/c you reach high profile ppl who influence our society through their work or speech. I also see you doing this as an example of a merit for yourself ( & me). There for, I use what you are doing as an example of how I am living the example of my own religious life. Sharing my belief as a “church lady” w fellow sufferers. The sharing of hope & peace one person @ a time. Your using your careers as an entertainer & business person encourages me to look @ my environment & how I can offer hope & love. Thank you for sharing your gifts as a monk, entertainer & business person. May all embrace love, Peace & simple living to end suffering & sinning. Shine on!
Greetings from Richardson Texas... I'm comforted by the belief that criticism, in my life, usually means that God is telling me to remember that we all carry a piece of the truth. Maybe someone sees something that I don't... namaste friend
I’m so tired of being sad... I need to get out I need to be free. my mind is imprisoning itself and I feel trapped in my own thoughts and even though I know I am ok and in good health I just can’t calm down
A person spoke to Buddha, "I want happiness" Buddha responded, Remove the I - that is ego. Remove the want - that is desire. You are now left with just happiness. Remember the peace comes from within, do not seek it without. Best of luck on your journey🤙
Deity, how are you feeling now? You are not alone, we are all in the same boat, it is just that few people talk about their mental state because it is what has been taught to us in the Western world. Things are changing, but if you can open your mind to the thought that you are not alone in your suffering, then it is a huge step towards happiness. I wish you all the best.
This video came at the right time, just as I was needing clarity on why someone said some gratuitous, mean things to me. Thank you, I very much appreciate your work here, so glad you are making these videos . 🙏❤️
Check vipassana meditiation. You can do this all over the world. 10 days silence meditiation and learn techniek to still the mind. I had no thoughts afther 4 days. I did mine in nepal🙏
Hi Ven Nick I stumble upon your videos for the past 3 days straight all I do is listen to all your videos and each videos is more inspiring and heartfelt then the next. I hope someday we can meet I can tell you are a true monk and a genuine kind devoted person. I'm going through some very dark time in my life and been suffering with my health since I was 11 and now I'm 50. Your videos gives me hope and I hope I can take what you say and your wisdom and apply it to my own life. Thank you so very much from the bottom of my heart!
It was very helpful and full...I was just thinking this explanation is so complete..I'm speechless but like a sponge I absorbed all. Thank you! Beautiful nature all around you!💗
Very thought provoking. It helps me to understand both sides of criticism, that which I receive, and that which I dole out. I grew up in a very critical household and have struggled a lot with criticism, taking things personally, and taking things on that weren't even true. Understanding that criticism can stem from unhealed trauma from within, helps me see both sides. I love your content. So much helps me understand. I don't agree with everything necessarily, yet now I can look inside and question what teachings I've had that might create my own specific beliefs.
I'm new to management. I try to be fair to everyone but I still get criticism. This helped me get a bit of peace. I know my intentions and thats great enough for me. Thank you. This so helped me ❤
@@nickkeomahavong01 I work with some very challenging women and opinionated women. I have decent relationships with most but they can be so fake as well. Definitely working on myself to not internalize how they act towards me at times because I know I cannot change them. Im finding it difficult.
The same way earth has the capacity to create precious gems, heaven also has the capacity to create precious gems. Thank you for the insight. Your authenticity and empathy is truly "contagious". Blessings.
Thank you Nick for sharing about your own journey and the wisdom you have on alleviating the suffering in this life. It has really touched me and changed my perspective on my own suffering. Thank you again, you are making a real difference in this world.
I don't usually leave comments on videos, but this one really really hit me in a way that I cant describe. Thank you so much for this gift you have given me.
This was lovely. And another result was I lost my voice, silenced myself from fear of the critics. And then I was lost. You really dug deep on this one and it was very helpful.
How do you deal with criticism?
I don’t take anything personally. I’ve realized that people have bad days and take any opportunity to snap at anyone. I know it’s also a reflection of whatever pain and suffering they have or are going through. I know my truths, and let those that criticize talk. Words don’t hurt. Thank you for sharing your perspective with us 🙏🏽
@gautam bk 🙂 sadhu sadhu. Thank you so much my friend.
@@royallimitzcc wonderful. Thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂
I ignore negative criticism because I know myself more than those people who has nothing better to do in life 😜 I just focus on the positives. Like you said "focus on your own bowl, sleep on your own pillow."
On the flip side, I do welcome constructive criticism because it helps me grow and improve as a person.
In general, if people have nothing good to say, it's better to 🤐
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Thank you Nick for sharing your view on criticism. You're in a good place and please continue to do good work to inspire others. Be safe.
@@juliaangelicaa5395 thank you as always Julia 🙂🙂
"I know my intention, and that's enough." That's going to be my mantra. Thank you.
Beautiful ❤️
A 24 year old boy seeing out from the train’s window shouted…
“Dad, look the trees are going behind!”
Dad smiled and a young couple sitting nearby, looked at the 24 year old’s childish behavior with pity, suddenly he again exclaimed…
“Dad, look the clouds are running with us!”
The couple couldn’t resist and said to the old man…
“Why don’t you take your son to a good doctor?”The old man smiled and said…“I did and we are just coming from the hospital, my son was blind from birth, he just got his eyes today.
Every single person on the planet has a story. Don’t judge people before you truly know them. The truth might surprise you.
Thank you so much for sharing my friend. Its very beautiful ❤❤🙏
your welcome
Such a beautiful story! a good example not to judge or make assumptions.
People are so cruel...
that was a great doctor that repaired the persons sight.
One of my favorite quotes is “Do what you feel in your heart to be right - for you'll be criticized anyway” - Eleanor Roosevelt
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I stumbled upon this channel and so glad that I found it. This is now officially my favorite channel. It's full of wisdom, love and light. I feel so much love and purity from watching just a few videos so far. I'm grateful for you Nick Keomahavong. Thank you with all my hearat.
Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you Christine. I'm glad it's helpful and welcome to the channel.
@@nickkeomahavong01 I am a seeker for wisdom and direction. You are a blessing to us. Love your channel.
So grateful to you🙏🏼🙏🏼
🙏🙏🙏thank you!
"Why does it not affect me ? because I understand that when you take a look at something with not a complete picture, you're going to make observations ... conclusions, judgments .. but it is not complete and doesn't really reflect what is happening" - a gem of a thought. worth remembering.
Thank you so much my friend 😊😊
My story, I have listened to A Monks Guide to Happiness for the past two years. I have listened to the audio over 100 times. I did this because Christian teaching was so engrained in my thinking where they teach anti Buddhism. I have not gone to church for over 10 years, but the previous 15 years of preaching very much narrowed my views on almost everything. My husband whom I have been married to for 13 years is not a Christian and opened my mind to the hypocrisy. I have suffered from extrema anxiety, PTSD as an X veteran. I just kept listening to a monks Guide to Happiness in the hope I would have a break through one day. This happened about a month ago. I listened to plum village messages and one of the messages I heard, opened my mind and all the anxiety I have had for decades, stopped in a matter of 2 minutes.
I wish I learnt about Buddhism when I was a child.
Thank you for sharing your message. Buddhism teaching is so simple, practical and non oppressive. If all Defence Member were trained in this, it would stop a lot of suffering for them in their future.
To think that India came up with Buddhism, how privileged they are from this. India does not need to become more like the west, the west needs to be more like India.
All of your content has been very helpful to me. Thank your for your service to the Dhamma.
Awwwe thank you so much James. I'm glad it has been helpful. Greetings to you 🙂🙂
I love how emphasize and reiterate looking through a different lens. Extremely helpful.
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I feel you have tried very hard to find your place in the world. A place that fits your true self.... I think every person has the same goal in life, that is to seek his/her place in the world. However, the difference is that not many people are willing to go so much beyond their comfort zone. For that, I really admire your courage. You are my inspiration.
Thank you lois
@22: 21 I can resonate. I suppose most 'born' Buddhists have this alignment issue because Buddhist nations are moving towards the western culture... and there's hardly any support to bridge, for those who want. I struggled from the age of 14-15 years and completing the circle only in my 50s. Most of my counterpart 'professionals' living in main cities or have migrated to the west have same issue and are struggling to pass this precious cultural heritage to their children. This series on monastic discipline, mindfulness in daily life and monks perspective is SO precious everytime I listen it brings me to tears. I've been waiting for this for soo long in my life. Thank you bhante keep doing your great work!!!
sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂
I read somewhere that
"People that criticize others are most unhappy about something in there lives and they takes most pathetic measure to make themselves feel better"
I hope they will find peace and buddha in there life 🙏
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Sometimes that can be the case. Other times it is not.
Western psychology refers to “projection” , which if I understand correctly is calling out a perceived flaw in another person that one is unable to admit to - in oneself.
You are so authentic, Humble and extreme Reflective.....I am also a teacher.... Reflection, Mediation, HUMBLENESS and what ever one recieves as Feedback....listen to learn....all the very best ...God's Speed....many many thanks..
Thank you so much Marlene 😀😀
I appreciate you sharing this video. You are a gift to this world. This is brings tears to my eyes. I want you to know that this channel and what you share is like a bright lantern in my life. Like i said before, please dont ever stop sharing these, theres so much gem and so much wisdom that you are sharing so freely with such an open & warm heart in your channel. Thank you, thank you, thank you, kind soul!
Aww thank you so much for your kind words my friend. Thank you and hope you are doing well 😊
You are truly a blessing to the world. To my world and to my perception I cherish your wisdom.
Thank you so much 😊
There is a teaching in the Bible in Proverbs 29:25, "It is dangerous to be concerned with what others think of you, but if you trust in the Lord you are safe." This has helped me a lot when others judge me unfairly.
Beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing 🙂🙂
Brother Nick.
The world has a blessing in you.
You sharing has so many angles and each is has star ready to illuminate any who is listening. Thank you for sharing. Be blessed 🙌 😇
You are a light in the world. Thank you for being loving and open 🙏🏻🌍❤
Thank you my friend ❤️
Mr Nick, this came up on my feed and I shared with my friend who constantly gets criticized by family, even her own father. And she has been feeling horrible. I found this useful and shared with her. Thank you so much!
I’m glad it’s helpful 😊
Nick my friend, initially when I stumbled upon your 'morning routine' video a few days a go, I didn't realise what exactly about you spoke out to me. Was it the budhist philosophy that had always resenated with my personal philosophies that I'd come to learn about myself?, was it your calm nature? Or was it a nudge towards some clarity in this path to finding my true self?
I now realise that it's all of them and the sincerity in the things you are saying. Keep doing what you're doing. I'm grateful and really glad you've finally found your place in the world, for you and for me. Respect, Midi
Awww that's very kind of you midi. Thank you for you support. I'm glad the content resonates with you and also welcome to the channel :)
Ven Nick. You are wise and yet so humble. Strength to see beyond the human expectation and to strive to become a human is so admirable and inspiring. I am always wishing you good health and strength to continue to guide and share. With million love ❤️ 🇸🇬
Sadhu sadhu thank you so much tan 😊 😊
You just reminded me of a verse in the Dhammapada: "He who talks too much, they blame him. He who says little, they blame him. Whether he talks too much or too little, they blame him."
In other words, no matter what you do, you can't please everyone.😊
Thank you for this! I was criticized today at work for a training class I led. It was so upsetting to me and I couldn’t figure out why. I came from a supportive and helpful approach in my training…..now I know that my intention was enough and not everyone will receive my intention as my heart desired. Everyone but one person gave me high marks on the post training evaluation. And that is enough! ❤
Being a open book can cause some people to try and rip up the pages. I'm glad you don't let them. You are an inspiration.
Nick you should be a public speaker
All your videos are very inspiring and reassuring,
Your delivery is very efficient and your message always lands and resonate with me.
For those who criticise your videos, it's a free world, they free to listen to whatever resonates with them
Also , I feel some people bring criticism not for the sake of feedback but for the sake of criticism itself.
You do you. Keep going, loads of people enjoys it. Do it for us who do please.
I know myself, i know my intention. This is deep. I love it
sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂
I'm in my junior year of highschool, and from all the videos I've watched, I felt like I could immediately understand all the lessons you've provided in your videos. Especially when it comes to criticism, I always try not to take it to heart and look at it from a third person perspective. It allowed me to better understand the other person and perhaps their intention was to help, but the criticism was just quite aggressive. However, thank you so much for all your videos! Its a such a great breather for the day and very useful content :)
Thank you so much. Glad it resonates with you. Greetings to you
I think you are the first who is shearing with true love these .....Thank you ! All my gratitude !! 🙏🌹
Sadhu Sadhu 😊 thank you so much Adriana
I find your talk's and wisdom amazing. You are kind and gentle. I am going to practice many of your teachings. You inspire me to not only want to be a better person, but to always question my motive and reach out to others simply for the sake helping. Keep going. You are doing great things!
Beautiful my friend. You hit it right on the head. Well done Janette. Keep it up :)
Nick thank you. Your sincerity helps make it really easy to understand.
Thank you so much 😊
Thank you for your lesson on Criticism. So much pain comes from misreading criticism. From a different angle criticism could also be looked at as a helping tool for us to get closer to awareness. When people criticize us, they actually help us better understand the reality we live in. Even when they are wrong, the fact that they express it, it helps us understand human nature better. To me, the worst aspect is actually lack of criticism or ignorance - and probably even in the silence of ignorance there is so much to learn from. An absolute nothing doesn't exist.
You're welcome. Thank you so much :-)
Brother Nick. Studying the dharma is skilful, but living the dharma is enlightened.
I started my journey six years ago by walking into our local sangha - as so many people do, because my life was literally falling apart. Death of parents, failure of our 20 year marriage, several jobs lost and then my new partner’s brush with cancer.
I felt that life was just too hard and I was in a very dark place. I was desperate to try to find out what is the point of being alive.
I walked into the sangha, sat at the end of the mediation room and I will never forget the order member leading the meditation leaning forward and fixing me with the most radiant welcoming smile. I was in the right place.
I have learnt from the dharma that a good answer to “What is one’s life for ?” is that we are each here to ease the suffering of others.
And you, dear brother are a living embodiment of that.
“May the longtime sun shine on you,
All love surround you
And the pure light within you
Guide your way on” …. Quote from The Incredible String Band 😊
sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂
Hi Nick! Great to see you. What a beautiful spot you are sitting in for this video. You are absolutely right you DO NOT need to explain yourself to anyone, you know that...but thank you for sharing anyways. Your heart is in the right place. As a therapist you gave so much of yourself to your clients to do your best to ease their pain and suffering. As a Monk you continue to give so much of yourself....and now not just to your personal clients, but the whole world! I see you as a spiritual guide, advisor, and a friend! So much of your advice and your words have been an important part of my life since I discovered you. To anyone reading this Nick's heart is pure and his intentions are pure. He truly cares about you. To any of the "critics" out there I can tell you with 100% certainty that Nick is definitely not bothered by any nasty, mean, or ruthless feedback! Don't ever stop what you're doing Nick! It matters so much to so many of us! 🙏❤️👍🙏🤜🤛
Thank you so much for your kind words. I'll continue my best to share. Glad the content has been helpful 🙂🙂🙂
It’s great that there are awesome, mindful people out there 🙏❤️
Nicks honesty is so powerful heartwarming and refreshing. And ever so kind..im so so thankful and greatful..to have found this channel..peace love and kindness to all out there struggling
Thank you so much 😊 and welcome to the channel Maria
Your videos have helped me tremendously. I listen to you at work and before I fall asleep. For meditation. It calms my soul. Keep up your work. You have a gift and I am so thankful you are sharing it with the world! Much peace and love to you.
Thank you Ashley
Dear Nick,
I'm in shock when I watch your video why you became a Monk, but then I realized & understood your mission!
My father was a Buddhist. I'm a Buddhist too! I can relate to you in several different ways. All my life, people are judging me wrongful, badly, & causing me anger. What these people don't know is that,
I have special gifts, talents,
& skills that someday they might need my help!! With maturity & windsom, I'm managing a whole lot better. All my life, I'm teaching people how to be kind heart, generous, help the needy, respectful, & love!
God knows my intentions are good! I ADMIRE YOU & RESPECT THE PATH YOU CHOOSE! I love watching your videos! IT'S VERY ENLIGHTMENT! FINALLY, YOU'RE THE ONE THAT I CAN RELATE! Keep making the videos.WE NEED MORE PEOPLE LIKE YOU IN THIS WORLD!😇💜🕊
I WISH YOU WELL, PROSPER, & PEACE!🎊
CA🌻
Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you so much
I felt like you were talking directly to me today, thank you so much. I’ve recently had some very unpleasant criticism of my work and my character which has affected me deeply. I listened and absorbed what you said and feel I can now move on. Thank you 💞
I'm glad it was helpful kay. Keep up the great work 🙂🙂
Those of us with no agenda are attacked and we don’t have a prepared defense… but just keep doing what you believe is right and you’ll be ok 💕
THANK YOU NICK. So much wisdom. So much common sense. Tu eres el nuevo amigo que más de 160.000 personas tenemos. ¡Gracias!
Sadhu sadhu. thank you so much Jorge 🙂🙂🙂
Thank you so much, Nick! I grew up under the lens of criticism, so for me, for many years I turned that criticism inwards. After many years of therapy, little by little I have learned to not be my own worst critic and to better withstand the criticism of others. Your message brings me so much joy. The important thing is to look always at ourselves and our intention. If our intention is true and good and pure, then this is the most important thing: to be at peace with ourselves. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Yeaaaa. Thank you so much. Thank you for sharing your experience. Keep up your practice and keep doing good 🙂🙂
@@nickkeomahavong01 :)
After embracing buddhism a decade ago I'm still struggling to make sense of this philosophy/faith in my life, but your clear and pragmatic approach made this practice more fulfilling and light. Thank you for sharing your enlightenment ven. Nick...
Thank you so much 😊
thank you for broadening up my perspective. I know I am very judgmental sometimes, but because of your video, I can stop and think why I am so harsh on others.
Wonderful. I'm glad to hear 😊😊
Whenever I feel at loss with the world, and let's say that includes more or less my family, and sometimes that can feel like an extremely lonely place to be in, I come here and suddenly I am all smiles. I love above all how you laugh with all your heart over the most distressing of things. I have so much to learn. Thank you Nick.
Thank you Nick for your videos. I have been in a twelve step program over 40 years. I like hearing what people observe me doing and share it in a kind way. It gives me the opportunity to evaluate myself and sometimes change a behavior. I have one friend that I try to share my experiences in an effort that maybe she can see something that may need some tweaking. However she feels criticized and that’s not my intent. Your video helped me see myself and hopefully “not share” what I see when I see it.
I have tried in the past and do better for a bit then fall back into my old habits. Listening to you has been enlightening and I will continue try to be less opinionated :-) in the future and remember it’s not my job to fix others, only myself. Namaste my friend 🙏🏼
sadhu sadhu. 🙂🙂🙂
Wow! Powerful insight from the senior monk- it was already in them and your actions stimulated it and brought it to the surface.
I appreciate your kind heart. Thank you for sharing your journey and knowledge.
What I appreciate the most about you, Ven. Nick, is that you are a real person and not an act. This video is a good example of it. Thank you for being so forthcoming and so forthright. I have been a fan of yours here on TH-cam for many years and look forward to many more years with you.
Thank you so much Donald 😊
Wow! Great message. So glad I found you 💛 Continue being a light in this world 🌍
Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you so much. Welcome to the channel my friend.
I worked as a palliative nurse for a while and for some seemedly bizarre reason people have questioned every decision i made about my career beyond that point. I say don't give it a second more thought. You are making the world a far better place than you found it, that should be more than enough.
I'm a reforming perfectionist and tend to be extremely critical of myself, and this understanding is my saving grace. I now can analyze myself in a neutral manner, and correct myself without beating myself to complete defeat. Please know that you are a shining guide for me. I appreciate your help, and thank you from my heart. I pray for you and your journey! God bless you!
Such a beautiful place you’re at. I believe that all roads lead to here & knowledge is wealth, share it. I’ve realized that so many people are set in their ways, staying true to what they’ve been taught. Those are the ones who have criticized me most. The receptive people are the open minded ones who love hearing about other people’s interests. Whenever someone criticizes me, I just say “let’s agree to disagree sometimes”. Blessings always Nick!🙏🏻❤️
Yesss. Sadhu sadhu 🙂🙂
I think on our planet there will always be people who will disagree with us. It’s just the way it is. It balances things out. There is no right or wrong except for different perspectives and we can always learn from perspectives.
@@MindNow I seem to have attracted a lot of narcissistic men over the years. I guess it’s the empath/healer in me. They’re always disagreeing with me. I guess I’m naturally intimidating😂
@@vallovesnature8449 Eventually you will attract the people that you are. I'm not saying that you a narcissistic person, but the empathic person you are, you will attract those people in your life as well. So, keep being who you are
@@MindNow Working on positive vibes/law of attraction. We are all in a gentle balance these days. Blessings 🙏🏻
Thank you for opening your heart and for showing your inside. everything you've said so far, helps me a lot.
Bless you.
im a roman catholic and ive been watching your videos from time to time. my life is down bad and im developing my self control and im on my spiritual stage where as i question peace anger what to do etc. you help me a lot and i believe in everything i know i have a different God but i believe on other Gods too. THANKS for the videos NICK! do your own thing people would say what they wanna say!
Thank you so much Raphael. I'm glad you're able to use this information to improve your life. That's beautiful. Thank you for sharing and keep doing the work 🙂🙂🙂 greetings from Thailand
Same here-a devoted catholic but really love watching Nick’s Video...So much information and lots of wisdom that we can apply for our everyday living....Thank you Nick for sharing your wisdom ...
Thank you for choosing to help all of us, throughout the world!
It's my pleasure. thank you trish for your support :)
Thank you so much for all
These wonderful videos. They have become my early morning treat as I’m starting my day. They not only bring me food for thoughts they bring me inner calm and comfort me on my path in life. So yes thank you so much and you definitely are on my “gratefulness “ list everyday!
sadhu sadhu. thank you so much doumie 🙂🙂🙂
We all need a "home", somewhere that we belong. Our true selves is our home and it is so wonderful that your soul lead you to where you are today. I salute you and I will write in my journal all the good attributes that I find attractive in you so I can begin to be my true self too.
it takes wisdom to look at a whole complete picture. I really enjoy the pine trees, the space between the trees allows the sunshine to reach the grass. Sadhu..3x 🙏🙏🙏
Sadhu sadhu. Yes its beautiful here 🙂🙂
Deeper and deeper from the bottom of my heart…. “Deeper Bow”
Thank you for this video so much. Exactly what I needed to hear today...
Wonderful. Thank you so much my friend. Glad it's helpful ☺️
People who don't like your wonderful, bridge building content are welcome to make their own. But I bet they won't. You're a gem.
This is real deep very interesting i find social media some people can be very cruel i have thought when people are mean they are not happy with themselves. But you are teaching me and have me thinking maybe different
Thank you soooooo much Venerable Nick. Thank you.
You’re welcome ☺️
Sending love and health to you💕with gratitude🙋♀️💕🦋🙏🏻🌟
Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you sue
Nick, you're a wise man. The difference between criticism and feedback. You said that and I 😊
Sometimes I want to drop everything and become a monk :dd fascinating and pure world...
Same. I attest this to the fullest degree! This was my mindset back in April and May.
@@100earth4 yeah i think so nowadays :dd
❤❤❤🙏
Miami, Florida - Nick, recording your videos is a great thing to do, this is you communicating with us so we can learn! Your videos are extremely helping to me. Thank you for your videos!
Thank you so much my friend 😊
Another wonderful video Nick, thank you. Also, thank you for the live stream yesterday, I am currently saving to come to ordain next summer.
Thank you for your wise words and for sharing your knowledge with the world.
Wonderful to hear drew. Yes please get everything situated and hopefully we'll see you shortly 🙂
One thing I learnt is that every criticism has some truth in it. I will use it it to see how can I improve myself without getting mad. I think of them as my teacher.
wonderful!
Thank you for making the content. I hope this negates one of the ruthless comments.
From Seattle
Thank you so much my friend 🙂🙂
I'm thankful and grateful for your support 🙏
I'm learning to deal with criticism... With family criticism.
sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂
I’ve become enchanted watching and listening to Nick. I’m Christian and don’t have any understanding of Buddhism. I don’t know if they have a belief in God but when I listen to Nicks words i feel like I’m listening to a great religious scholar. For me he speaks Gods words. I have so much pain in my life I think Nick has come into my world for a reason. I pray for healing x
sadhu sadhu. thank you so much Marlene 🙂🙂🙂
Dearest Venerable Nick;
I’d be lucky if I learn from your wisdom personally face-to-face. I am eagerly looking forward to that. Sadhu.
Sadhu sadhu 🙂
In listening to you, I am happy you are doing this b/c you reach high profile ppl who influence our society through their work or speech. I also see you doing this as an example of a merit for yourself ( & me).
There for, I use what you are doing as an example of how I am living the example of my own religious life. Sharing my belief as a “church lady” w fellow sufferers. The sharing of hope & peace one person @ a time.
Your using your careers as an entertainer & business person encourages me to look @ my environment & how I can offer hope & love.
Thank you for sharing your gifts as a monk, entertainer & business person. May all embrace love, Peace & simple living to end suffering & sinning.
Shine on!
Aww thank you so much and yes I think we can all use our gifts to make this world a brighter place 😊😊
Greetings from Richardson Texas... I'm comforted by the belief that criticism, in my life, usually means that God is telling me to remember that we all carry a piece of the truth. Maybe someone sees something that I don't... namaste friend
🙂🙂
Love and gratitude outshines and forgives all criticism. Thank you for sharing. 🥰 🧘🏻♂️ 🙏
Thank you alex
If I judge myself didn't commit an error,just forget about it.If I've make a mistake,Then,is about to apologize.
Sadhu🙏🏻Sadhu🙏🏻Sadhu🙏🏻
Sadhu sadhu 🙂🙂🙂
From my bottom of my heart, I also want to say thank you.
sadhu sadhu. thank you so much for your kind words and support Thuy 🙂🙂🙂
I’m so tired of being sad... I need to get out I need to be free. my mind is imprisoning itself and I feel trapped in my own thoughts and even though I know I am ok and in good health I just can’t calm down
A person spoke to Buddha,
"I want happiness"
Buddha responded,
Remove the I - that is ego.
Remove the want - that is desire.
You are now left with just happiness.
Remember the peace comes from within, do not seek it without.
Best of luck on your journey🤙
Deity, how are you feeling now? You are not alone, we are all in the same boat, it is just that few people talk about their mental state because it is what has been taught to us in the Western world. Things are changing, but if you can open your mind to the thought that you are not alone in your suffering, then it is a huge step towards happiness. I wish you all the best.
This video came at the right time, just as I was needing clarity on why someone said some gratuitous, mean things to me.
Thank you, I very much appreciate your work here, so glad you are making these videos . 🙏❤️
How do you go inside to heal yourself? I want to know.
Check vipassana meditiation. You can do this all over the world. 10 days silence meditiation and learn techniek to still the mind. I had no thoughts afther 4 days. I did mine in nepal🙏
Hi Ven Nick I stumble upon your videos for the past 3 days straight all I do is listen to all your videos and each videos is more inspiring and heartfelt then the next. I hope someday we can meet I can tell you are a true monk and a genuine kind devoted person. I'm going through some very dark time in my life and been suffering with my health since I was 11 and now I'm 50. Your videos gives me hope and I hope I can take what you say and your wisdom and apply it to my own life. Thank you so very much from the bottom of my heart!
sadhu sadhu. thank you so much Cyndi. Welcome to the channel and I'm glad the videos are helpful. 🙂🙂🙂
Nick is the perfect friend to take to McDonald's; he likes to share his nuggets!
Whomp, dad joke 😂
I'm stealing that, I'm trying to perfect my "mum joke" game 💜
@@lisas1625 Teamwork makes the dream work, mum! Steal away!
@@victoriousf.i.g.3311 🙏🇳🇿💜 Yes. Unless my kids are cringing regularly I am failing!
😂😂😂
Don’t quit your day job! 😂😍
It was very helpful and full...I was just thinking this explanation is so complete..I'm speechless but like a sponge I absorbed all. Thank you! Beautiful nature all around you!💗
Wonderful! I'm glad it was helpful Elena :)
Thank you Nick...you bring me peace with your teachings..
Thank you my friend 😊
You speak from the heart and for me, that’s enough. 🙂
Thank you so much my friend 😀😀😀
Touched by your sincerity. Thank you 🙏🏻🙂
sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂
Very thought provoking. It helps me to understand both sides of criticism, that which I receive, and that which I dole out. I grew up in a very critical household and have struggled a lot with criticism, taking things personally, and taking things on that weren't even true. Understanding that criticism can stem from unhealed trauma from within, helps me see both sides. I love your content. So much helps me understand. I don't agree with everything necessarily, yet now I can look inside and question what teachings I've had that might create my own specific beliefs.
I needed this today. I thank you so much for this video and telling us a part of your life.
You are so welcome!
I'm new to management. I try to be fair to everyone but I still get criticism. This helped me get a bit of peace. I know my intentions and thats great enough for me. Thank you. This so helped me ❤
Wonderful. Glad it's helpful. Also taking time to build those relationships will help as well ☺️
@@nickkeomahavong01 I work with some very challenging women and opinionated women. I have decent relationships with most but they can be so fake as well. Definitely working on myself to not internalize how they act towards me at times because I know I cannot change them. Im finding it difficult.
Thanks.
May God bless you and keep you.
Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you so much
So grateful to you🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Thank you 😊
The same way earth has the capacity to create precious gems, heaven also has the capacity to create precious gems. Thank you for the insight. Your authenticity and empathy is truly "contagious". Blessings.
Thank you Nick for sharing about your own journey and the wisdom you have on alleviating the suffering in this life. It has really touched me and changed my perspective on my own suffering. Thank you again, you are making a real difference in this world.
Thank you so much my friend and I'm glad it's helpful :-)
Very beautifully explained Venerable Nick!!It is useful.🙏
I don't usually leave comments on videos, but this one really really hit me in a way that I cant describe. Thank you so much for this gift you have given me.
I'm glad it was helpful my friend. Thank you so much :-)
Thank you for opening up and giving me the insight into the mystery of a Monk's life and world.
Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you so much Dolores
Your videos have helped me to be a better person. Thank you for sharing your wisdom with us.
Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you so much Nancy. Glad it's helpful.
This video really helped to solve my puzzles. Thanks thanks thanks a million!
You’re welcome ☺️
Tanx for sharing, now I understand better about criticism and do not get hurt or mad at people. I will focus on my bowl more.
Beautiful my friend :) i'm glad it's helpful.
Many thanks for your teaching 🙏.
You’re welcome ☺️
This was lovely. And another result was I lost my voice, silenced myself from fear of the critics. And then I was lost. You really dug deep on this one and it was very helpful.
Aww I'm glad to hear ☺️☺️ glad it was helpful.