You can listen to an unintentional ASMR edit of this video as audio only on Spotify and other streaming services here - ffm.to/thehiddenblessingsofdepression.
I used to live like everyone else told me I should, and I was beyond miserable. Now I live a very different life, and I am very happy, content and at PEACE. It's OK to want a quiet life.
Spiritual Unfoldment with John Butler hi Phil... ive bee 🐝 n looking for the video where we communicated about a month or less ago... where you replied to my comment by offering to send me a picture of your cat 🐈. Im a widow live alone in Scotland 🏴 ... and id very much love a picture or two of your cat 🐈 please feel welcome to share anything cat lovely Phil with me on the following email addy oneoffvan@gmail.com God bless you. And thanks 🙏 for the daily videos of John Butler. .. 💗 keep well. Love from Lorraine Scotland 👍
Things that are getting me through life: -Family/friends -My hobbies (moosic, manga, vidya games, sports, etc...) -My goals(being a musician, being a well-rounded person, learning about philosophy/psychology/etc) -People like John Butler with their sweet, sweet voice and wisdom.
I don't know if you'll ever see this, John, being so old a video. It has truly been inspiring and given me hope. For years in my teens and twenties I was depressed and suicidal. Having finally come out of it through a lot of hard work, I got a job and felt I was finally "going somewhere". Then the pandemic hit and I now suffer from long-covid, having been extremely ill and unable to work for several years now. I'm slowly building strength and adjusting to my new norm, and I feel so defeated. So many things I wanted to do are not physically possible anymore. I look at school and other such things and, in my mid-thirties, feel so far behind. Feel so hopeless. So thank you for sharing your story here. I needed to hear it.
Thank you, Mr. Butler for your wholehearted intro to the Russian soul. Would it be too much to expect your wholehearted comments on your encounter with Russian Orthodoxy? Maybe the next video? Good to listen one more time to profound intuitions. Greetings.
Without wanting to come across as giving advice - I'm really not, but I thought I'd pass something on that may change the way you view yourself. Your comment reminded me so much of me a while ago, so I hope you don't mind me passing what has been found on to you. You can learn to understand that the mind and its thoughts are not you - because they really are not. You can accept yourself as divine grace - because you really are, even if you don't believe it yet. You can stand objectively and look at your life as it has been, with all your wrong doings and virtues along the way, and do so without guilt and without judgement, and you can practice meditation. With meditation you can see yourself, the world and your actions as an observer, and in so doing your actions change of their own accord - you don't do it. But most importantly, if you do none of those things, know you cannot become a better person no matter what you do, it is simply not possible. This is the revelation of all the things I've mentioned. You cannot become a better person because you are divine and cannot be otherwise. This misunderstanding leads to deep unhappiness and even self-destruction. The thing that we want, we already are.
@@Niko-xz5lk - In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, I rebuke the spirit of deception and rebellion that has taken a hold on your mind and sould. That which you have spoken is new age nonsense from the pit of Hell! Repent of your self-righteous, deceiving, false doctrine and call upon the name of The Lord Jesus Christ! There is no other name given to man by which we must be saved. Only Jesus saves.
Preheat oven to 200c. 200g Buddha 275g Jesus 25g Frankincense and Myrrh, finely chopped 150g Santa Claus 50g Bob Ross 30g Albus Dumbledore, one sprig Mix until combined. Bake for 25 mins, until golden. = John Butler
Lemonfairy in my opinion, too much Albus Dumbledore, it’ll tend to groom a 10 year old boy to be slaughtered by the most powerful dark wizard in history when it hits your palette.
@Daniel Factor I don't. But this "don't watch it and it isn't there" is one of the most retarded arguments ever made. The fact that some sluts make more money than hardworking people because they whisper into a camera almost undressed is just disgusting and shows the flaw in our societies.
People who don't know you or know your situation have no right to tell you to smile or 'cheer up' at random. It is rude and discourteous and makes a mockery of your emotions and mindset.
@Christie Colley completely agree. It's so inappropriate. It also makes me very annoyed at the person saying it, and then I feel guilty because the person is trying to be positive. The way I see it is when someone says "cheer up" "snap out of it" or "smile" is a lose-lose saying.
Welllllll, I won’t tell you to cheer up, but I will say I hope you can see the brighter side of things. I mean, just ignoring what I don’t know about you, what I do know is you have a computer. You speak English, maybe in America? You at least have essentials like a roof over your head, clothes, food. We all could’ve been born on the other side of the world not knowing where our next meal is coming from, but yet they find reasons to smile. I just like to let people know I’m not trying to be insensitive. I just want you to know that all this bad stormy clouds will never change the fact there’s a sunshine behind them. That’s all.
YES! I am going through spiritual awakening after going through depression. Now, the whole meaning of the world is changing for me at a rapid speed I never imagined. Surely, it's grace in disguise.
@@basicbase749 yes. a lot of spiritual teacher go through this phase. like eckhart tolle, this essential because we started to realize we are living in a maya and people and society seems hostile. it might take a long time, for me it took me 8 years. now, I come out of the dark night of the soul phrase, I cannot tell you how much joy I experienced after the depression. happy for you. it is sad to live a life dictated by your own ego.
@@dannysze8183 I am so glad to know you're out of your dark night. I think, I still have some way to go. I don't hate anyone but at the same time I don't feel tremendous love for anyone or feel loved also. I feel numb. I still feel I work through my ego. Maybe my ego is a self-defense to not get hurt. But I wish I reach that stage someday, where I am filled with so much love that I have it enough to share to the world and for myself as well. And I live from love, not ego. Thank you for your words!
@@basicbase749 yes, it is a struggle between your ego and your true self. we are taught to live on our own ego so it is very uncomfortable and scary to live on your true self. most of the people said that it took them years to go through this phase. some said it took them 12 years. it is a struggle between your inner angel vs your inner devil. but your true self will eventually win. love god and love your true self. god bless. it is a pain before a child is born.
@@dannysze8183 True words Danny. It's the real holy war that we have to fight with ourselves. I shall overcome someday! Thank you very much dear! Take care, and god bless.
Indeed ....J F .......its as though the person delivering these empty sentiments isn't in tune within.....harsh words to one feeling the weight of this phantom.....depression ......sadly many of these individuals I have encountered work with me in the Medical field...put on a happy face !! Whilst falling apart....without the Lord I would be nothing.... Blessings~
@OzarkoBlam Insanity? Illness? (that one is more "trendy"/popular from what I've seen in the past too, not just in this thread) I always call it a *symptom* or a reaction to certain realizations (unless it's truly crippling/severe, something constant or inherited, in which case I'd say meds are mandatory). Stupidity and what's wrong in this world (stupidity's consequences, mainly) is insanity and an illness. Until we fix/tone it down, I know depression is gonna be here (well, in my case it was "mild" and it's been replaced by a constant/strong taste of anxiety, but I've always had that "spidersense" ringing in my head, that something new (or old, past mistake, like a huge war) is gonna go wrong soon, be it because of the rising levels of human stupidity/hate/immaturity/selfishness, etc. or simply because of life, since it's quite unforgiving to many of us and we're so fragile, lol... in fact, that alone, how short life is, is and would probably be enough to cause depression, even if everything wasn't so wrong and all ppl were united and truly good and logical, fair, and capable of true peace and, lastly and automatically, of evolution as well; though you'd have only one, or two, reason(s) to be depressed then😏). I'm curious to see what others think of my description of depression. Even if I'm gonna feel disappointed. It's ok tho, I can't be more disappointed than I already am💩
@Will 'n Co ok, you know what I've lived better than me, apparently xD I won't waste my time with you, it's been some time but I'm sure I had mentioned that there are many kinds and levels of depression. If not, I'm mentioning it now, and won't bother adding anything else.
Hi 🙏 I've just discovered these videos , These teachings are so pure , I feel blessed that Gods led me to John and Phil 🙏 A John Butler a day keep the doctor at bay. 💞
How wonderful that there are souls like this still around. He is totally living the Truth. How different to the mad ‘rushing from there to there’ as we are taught. Keep busy, keep your mind occupied. It’s all the opposite really, isn’t it? Thanks John - a million hugs from an 85 year old.
Gessuto the only time youtube comment sections talk poorly about Russians is when they talk negatively about americans for no reason. People hate the government and often confuse that by hating the citizens that have no control over the government
My depression/anxiety has forced me to stop working, behind in bills etc, I think a part of it is this day and age. I just want to feel that pure happiness again! Feeling trapped is the worst!
Read up on inattentive ADHD. A major cause of depression in the 4% of the population that suffer from it. Often misdiagnosed as GAD and clinical depression. It can be turned around with the right meds and CBT. Good luck.
It's never too late to make a change that will alter the course of your life. Change of career, new hobby, new city, etc. I hope you don't feel as though you can't make a leap to something new and a new purpose. Best wishes.
Shane T I too have depression/anxiety . In some of John’s other videos and others like Ekhart Tolle, Rupert Spira etc. They describe about been willing to keep coming back to being in the “now” and it does work for me to the point where I understand the mechanism of these negative thoughts with some space between my real self ( the “you”that notices that depression is there) and these thoughts and realise that one of these thoughts holding all the others together is a “me” thought . For example- what will happen to me if I can;t pay these bills” The thought of me and what might happen to me is yet another thought but more subtle so takes an alertness to catch it in the act , but its not your real self any more than the thought of a tree is a real tree .In other words , It is seen that I am not my depression .What happens gradually is that they don’t overwelm you anymore because you realise they don;t speak the truth and you start to believe in them less and less. One thing I notice more and more about despression or anxiousness is that the theme is always about past or future. It might not happen overnight but be willing to have a go at this coming back into the present. I start by listening to sounds around , look at something in the room or things going on around you. Feel the sensation in your arms and legs , all that kind of stuff keep doing it everytime you;re aware you’re feeling depressed. Trust me it gets better even though when you;re new to it at first it can sometimes be a bit tricky till you get the hang of it because we’re so used to living in the mind and this is precisely why it works because it brings us out of the thinking level . The thoughts evaporate just like bad dreams end when you wake up , you don;t have to try and block them out, they just go by themselves.As for the bills you will be likely to deal with the real situation a lot more practically and effectively in the present with the help of a healthy mind when your emotions are no longer in the way . 😎
I dont believe in god but I tip my hat to this man, he actually has elucidated some valuable lessons from life and his religion. Good for him and thanks for spreading a message of hope to all.
I don’t believe in God either but Johns message is quite enlightening and with a lot of wisdom. Hope, direction and believe is a powerful thing and when it comes with the years it will in many ways guide you.
@@ericatard God is there, all we have to do is go on our knees and be humble, ask Jesus to show us the truth and He will 100% show you He is there. I spent 35 years of my life believing there was nothing more than what we can see, smell and hear. Except we can only perceive a tiny amount of our surroundings. We cannot say there is no God, because we have not searched hard enough. Animals can see and smell things we cannot, that does not mean such things do not exist. It just means we are ignorant of them at this time. It is the same with the spirit. All the hard problems are in the start when we are blind and stumble. But if we have faith and pray, God will guide us and provide. Materialism and unbelief is destroying our world. Be different. I am just an insignificant farmer from Romania, in the end, what i say does not matter much. I found that some people are too proud and stubborn to even go on their knees when they are alone. Such people will never accept God, no matter how much proof one gives them. Instead they would rather believe that we come from an accident, a cosmic explosion where nothing exploded and created everything, all this beauty and order coming from something that actually defies the laws of physics. Their Big Bang is just another word for a miracle. It takes faith to be an atheist too. So why not look if there actually is a God ? You have nothing to lose, only to gain. I wish you all the best and regardless of what you will do in your life, i hope it will be a life of smiles and love.
Because a lot of what he's says is negative....not all of it by any means but a lot of it. He emphasises 'There's a lot of things we can't change'etc. But not the things those prepared (to take up arms against a sea of troubles)to take the challenge CAN. If you critically examine alot if what John says it contradicts itself.He would claim otherwise but to me he seems almost fundamentalist. 'Don't criticice the higher powers that judge/punish you (unfairly?)'cos you don't understand. Which of course is precisely the same argument the rich have laid on the poor for malenia ou don't understand
Phil you’ve outdone yourself. Picture looks great and the sound is pristine! I think you’ve gotten the formula down. And just in time for this amazing message from John. Very poignant. Thank you both!
Adam Tomkins do you really think Phil would go to the trouble of all this just to bang on the floor? Come on dude. That’s not Phil. I assume it’s the priest. I’ve just about come to believe he’s trying to run them out of the church by doing “construction” whenever they record. Phil actually wanted to record at a house for silence sake but we all whined till he went back to church.
You know what, Adam, why don't you switch to other channels which are actually about ASMR? Instead of giving orders to people who's work you so ungratefully enjoy. I doubt you've offered any help to those man, so shut up. Or, you could also try to be gratefull and POLITE. They say it works wonders.
Well, depressed as I’ve been today... the existensial angst I felt today And then out of the blue, without searching for it, this video pops up. Peculiar, peculiar indeed.
@@smcx0231 Two observations: firstly, Samuel didn't say that this made him feel better, just that it popped up at a time when he was terribly depressed. Secondly, if you consider these videos to be 'a lot of shite', why choose to spend your time watching them?
@@smcx0231 It's your interpretation that he implied that the video made him feel better; he neither confirms not denies this. I completely agree that you need not 'explain yourself' to me, or indeed anyone else. The question I asked of you was not posed to be confrontational, but merely to understand your position better - if you find them 'all' like that, you must have watched a number, and found none helpful. Finally, posting your opinion on a public forum such as TH-cam will in almost all cases air your view to strangers who are equally at liberty to comment. I do genuinely hope that you manage to find a video that makes you feel better - it's something I have looked for too.
I'm not a Christian, but I have suffered from depression since a very young age (I'm now 30). I usually hate to hear people talk on TH-cam about it because I always feel like it's not my experience so it doesn't apply. However I agree with so much John's saying. He got through his depression because he forgot about it, was distracted from it. This was the case because he remained open to new people and circumstances, did not become withdrawn and limit himself. "I can't do that, I can't go there, that won't work..." Etc. Once you open yourself up to all the world can throw at you in your short life, new opportunities and people will present themselves. I practice this every day, checking for moments of withdrawal and correcting them. Breaking the cycle. Hope you're all well x
@@stevee7774 LOL Well, there's no denying that. I was speaking specifically about the quality of recording on John's voice, whereas in the past it had been quite muffled prior to this video. But yes, for some reason whenever they filmed in that church, there was always a myriad of sounds in the background that was eerily reminiscent of aggressive construction work LOL
It is a privilege to receive these videos John, I could go on and on about why I like them. I think it's truth spoken from a tender heart that draws me mostly.... you're great, thank you for all your efforts , very comforting,and much appreciated.God bless you ☺
This couldn't have come out at a more apt time. The "cheer up" part really spoke to me because it has been said and it really does feel like someone is undermining the way you feel. If only it was that easy to not be severely depressed. Thank you John and all
Me too. It irritates me so much " cheer up or snap out of it " if only it were that simple but from this guy I have learnt to forget about it and look to replace it. It's like saying take yourself out of yourself to enable you to be yourself.
I wish preachers talked in this tone of voice. I may actually want to listen. I may not believe everything they say, but at least i'd listen and find something of meaning and be enlightened by that.
It can be hard to do when you're addressing a room full of people for a homily. This way is definitely a lot more interesting to listen though, it feels so much more personal, like you've come in, sat down with John, and are listening to him simply talk to you.
you guys should copywrite your content. channels like ineedsleepnow is stealing your content and raking in more views than you for it. id report them if i were you.
Why would they shutdown a channel that's being used to spread positivity and good vibes? I get the feeling they're not doing it for monetary gain, but to spread the wisdom and peace that this man has clearly touched as all with. Thank fucking god they don't shut down those channels or I'd have never found this guy.
I see myself a lot in Mr Butler, even though I am only 33y old. I guess when you are a seaker of the big questions of life you are bound to get some dark moments in life. This clip reminded me of a quote I read during my academic studies in religion: "For the wise man everything is suffering". It's an Indian point of view, and I see a lot of eastern philosophy in Mr Butlers reasoning. I would also argue that the whole notion of "cheering up" that we have here in west may be a result of the growing view of the "holy self" (second wave of New Age). That the individual is central and true happiness/potential comes from yourself and not from the community/group or other outside source. It goes hand in hand with the consumer culture that forms us to find happiness if only our worldly individual needs are fufilled.
A delight to hear your tender honesty John, gracious as ever. Thank you for sharing. I like the warmth you and Phil share but this format works too. Go well.
Sorry to sound like a broken record, but I can’t emphasize enough how correct this approach is. Even the transitions are great. This format will get you the most views. I would say about 2/3 of your audience originate from the ASMR community, and this is perfect for that. Many of us here would have never found John without the ASMR aspect. ( We found it through ASMR, but we came back for the message. ) I hope you guys will continue to produce in this way. It’s exactly right. In case you can’t tell, I’m proud of you Phil. 😅
Well, Super Glued - I need all the encouragement I can get. So thanks for that. The new setup - much simplified - helps enormously. iPhone with Filmic Pro, Rode adaptor, 2 lav mics in. I still haven't cracked the technical side of the output from iMovie to .mov and then upload to TH-cam to maintain quality - this video looks a bit 'squashed' to me. And next time I'm going to swap my mic and John's mic. John's Aputure is actually better quality but my Sony is brighter and comes across more clearly in the final edit. Don't know why.
I am always amazed by the synchronization of the bells and John’s words. Right at the end of his sentence, here come the bells . Absolutely divine. Thank you John thank you Phil ❤️❤️.
Certain cultures demonize depression as a doomsday sickness. Ptsd and depression have been a part of my life for so long now. Once I started to learn from it, I became more invested in my understandings of my conditions. Tough times are a lesson for us all.
What a blessing, for me, to have these opportunities to listen to this wise man. Coming up, as the 9th child in a family with TEN children...very little/few memories of spending time listening to my own father. Never met my grandfathers. These vids, bring me a sense of deep comfort. Meeting John in real life/real time, would be a dream come true. This is likely the closest to "meeting" him as I'll get. And for that, I am incredibly grateful. Thank you so very much. Warm regards, Joan
I've read Jordan Peterson's "12 Rules For Life" and he has very similar writings about suffering in life. He goes on to add that the antidote to chaos and suffering is the meaning in life we find through personal responsibility. Highly recommended read.
@Lloyd Christmas he writes books as well...im PRETTY sure he's up front about everything he experiences and wants to share. He MAY drag it out a bit in his videos just because he's been made aware of his asmr like effects on people that click them. But he isnt trying to BS anyone.
I enjoy Phil's presence in videos, I think perhaps if you had a second camera to film both angles in real time it would make for a much more seamless format. Enjoying the video!
Tried, to no good purpose. I write poetry as the next best thing, but that's the least respected/ most ignored high artform. Try taking pieces of your soul away with a potato slicer till there's nothing left. Joyous rapture it ain't.
Dear John, what you said about depression is so true, most people just don't go into it, it has its purpose for sure. State of mind like this doesn't happen for no reason. John, I truly value your experience, deeply respect your honesty about this issue. In the west people are so accustomed to word "depression" + most people I've met in the US were on antidepressants and it seemed very normal for them. I was deeply surprised when I found out. As for me, I grew up not knowing such words: stress or psycho-somatic disorders or depression. Yes, lucky I was...Recently, I've been listening to all kind of specialist talking about depression referring not only to biochemical dis-balance of hormones, but also as a fundamental conflict, a state of soul of the human being that happens for reason. Thank you and Phil for recording this video. John's direct experience, his exploration of it and true knowledge from going thought it fully is needed and appreciated.
One thing that intrigues me... why in these John Butler clips in a quiet church, there seems to always be someone in the background clattering and making a God awful noise?
I love that expression, "You never know what lies around the corner!" Will the sun come from behind the cloud today? -No! Oh, well. Perhaps tomorrow...
This video I know by the heart. In the flood of mostly spiritual businessmans this is so refreshing. I am very grateful to John and all of you who made this sharing possible. True genuine alive mystic in the line of Meister Eckhart. It is so good to hear this simple yet profound gentleman. It is honor to live at the same time with you John. Thank you
The inner sadness that can manifest within our mind and body can hurt our will to have faith in God. Depression and anxiety sadly cannot be seen by others because it can be hidden by the sufferer. We need to keep talking and not suffer in silence. In life anyone of us can become a stray lamb lost in a field of depression hoping one day a good Shepard will rescue us.
Many people are depressed for no reason, nothing to be learn, just unfair sickness. That statement is just ignorant. Not everything is rational. Do not speak about things you don't understand.
"at last I am in a world where everyone is as miserable and depressed as me" actually made me laugh out! I've never been to Russia but I now feel like I completely understand the place
Less is more..no apologies needed sweetheart. I adore this talk. You're helping us so no apologies. Thank you so so much. I've had an 8 yr depression episode... entirely sober...I think it just happens.... gotta ride it out. So difficult, nearly unbearable and unless you have it, it's undescribable. Let it pass my friends...it will...I promise you
John, thanks for such an informative description of Russian mentality. Following it could you please define 3 principal qualities which are differ Russians from traditional Western cultures ? PS: There is a funny story about discussion between Russian and British spies. British admitted that Russians mostly succeed at two things: overcoming every possible obstacle in life against all odds. But - fortunately for UK and sone other countries - Russians are also pretty successful at creating those obstacles for themselves)
I love the way the church bell chimes at perfect moments - like when he finishes the Russian rendition of the poem. It's like watching a Thich Nhat Hanh video when a summary statement is made and the gong strikes
Such a Luminous, Humble and Wise Soul 🙏 THANK YOU for BEING!!! 🙏❤️🙏 Thank You also for yesterday's Beautiful and Precious conversation (Live Broadcast) with Rick Archer, presented on his channel 'BuddhaAtTheGasPump'. 🙏 My deepest Gratitude, Joy & Love 💫🕉️💫🙏❤️🙏
I've never felt that depression is the correct word, it feels more like compression, trying to breathe with a great immovable weight of bundled up anger, sadness, confusion, despair, and the over-arching sense that life is completely pointless carrying on with all of that
You can listen to an unintentional ASMR edit of this video as audio only on Spotify and other streaming services here - ffm.to/thehiddenblessingsofdepression.
I used to live like everyone else told me I should, and I was beyond miserable. Now I live a very different life, and I am very happy, content and at PEACE. It's OK to want a quiet life.
I can echo that Marina - I was late in life to stop navigating by what other people thought of me. Much freer now. Phil
@@SpiritualUnfoldment Hi Phil. What is John's date of birth if not a secret?
A quiet life is for me. No drama, no stress, just me, my livelihood and people who really loves me and doesn't give me trouble.
@@narulovechannel2249 Introverts FTW!
You're not crazy, everyone else is crazy! I'm glad you found peace.
Spiritual Unfoldment with John Butler hi Phil... ive bee 🐝 n looking for the video where we communicated about a month or less ago... where you replied to my comment by offering to send me a picture of your cat 🐈. Im a widow live alone in Scotland 🏴 ... and id very much love a picture or two of your cat 🐈 please feel welcome to share anything cat lovely Phil with me on the following email addy oneoffvan@gmail.com God bless you. And thanks 🙏 for the daily videos of John Butler. .. 💗 keep well. Love from Lorraine Scotland 👍
Things that are getting me through life:
-Family/friends
-My hobbies (moosic, manga, vidya games, sports, etc...)
-My goals(being a musician, being a well-rounded person, learning about philosophy/psychology/etc)
-People like John Butler with their sweet, sweet voice and wisdom.
MrKwodsonikpunk haha I'm still too inexperienced and young to make and release music yet :D I need to climb essential steps first
Sounds great.🤞
I don't know if you'll ever see this, John, being so old a video. It has truly been inspiring and given me hope. For years in my teens and twenties I was depressed and suicidal. Having finally come out of it through a lot of hard work, I got a job and felt I was finally "going somewhere". Then the pandemic hit and I now suffer from long-covid, having been extremely ill and unable to work for several years now. I'm slowly building strength and adjusting to my new norm, and I feel so defeated. So many things I wanted to do are not physically possible anymore. I look at school and other such things and, in my mid-thirties, feel so far behind. Feel so hopeless. So thank you for sharing your story here. I needed to hear it.
I do see it - and sympathise. Struggle on
Lovely man! Thank -you for sharing your wisdom!
this is it, this is the place we come to before we die, just soldier on............
This was so nice to listen to, thank you
Thank you, Mr. Butler for your wholehearted intro to the Russian soul. Would it be too much to expect your wholehearted comments on your encounter with Russian Orthodoxy? Maybe the next video? Good to listen one more time to profound intuitions. Greetings.
ASMR!!
What the hell is in this guys mouth?!? Its like he has a tiny bucket in his mouth that keeps catching drops of water as he talks
Lol
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Came for ASMR. Stayed for wisdom. I love you John. I'm pretty troubled but you actually make me want to become a better person.
Without wanting to come across as giving advice - I'm really not, but I thought I'd pass something on that may change the way you view yourself. Your comment reminded me so much of me a while ago, so I hope you don't mind me passing what has been found on to you.
You can learn to understand that the mind and its thoughts are not you - because they really are not. You can accept yourself as divine grace - because you really are, even if you don't believe it yet. You can stand objectively and look at your life as it has been, with all your wrong doings and virtues along the way, and do so without guilt and without judgement, and you can practice meditation. With meditation you can see yourself, the world and your actions as an observer, and in so doing your actions change of their own accord - you don't do it. But most importantly, if you do none of those things, know you cannot become a better person no matter what you do, it is simply not possible. This is the revelation of all the things I've mentioned. You cannot become a better person because you are divine and cannot be otherwise. This misunderstanding leads to deep unhappiness and even self-destruction.
The thing that we want, we already are.
Aren't we all troubled in our own way? :)
@@Niko-xz5lk thank you for reminding me👍
I love this post. It makes the whole world kin. Thank you for saying it & being Real.
@@Niko-xz5lk - In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, I rebuke the spirit of deception and rebellion that has taken a hold on your mind and sould. That which you have spoken is new age nonsense from the pit of Hell! Repent of your self-righteous, deceiving, false doctrine and call upon the name of The Lord Jesus Christ! There is no other name given to man by which we must be saved. Only Jesus saves.
He really reminds me of that guy from Home Alone.. the one who salts the sidewalks at night.
GalaxyTraveler yes!
Omg thought so too! 😁
JIM JONES sorry it appears you’re too young to be prancing around on TH-cam
GalaxyTraveler he reminds me of the creepy old man who gives the kid the car in Christine
OMG. Like a twin!
Preheat oven to 200c.
200g Buddha
275g Jesus
25g Frankincense and Myrrh, finely chopped
150g Santa Claus
50g Bob Ross
30g Albus Dumbledore, one sprig
Mix until combined.
Bake for 25 mins, until golden.
= John Butler
Screaming.
This is not nearly enough Santa Claus for a recipe this size. It won’t taste nearly holly or jolly enough.
Charles Fisher good heavens, do revise this recipe and release your personal method. Too much frankincense?
Lemonfairy in my opinion, too much Albus Dumbledore, it’ll tend to groom a 10 year old boy to be slaughtered by the most powerful dark wizard in history when it hits your palette.
Charles Fisher good merciful fuck how did I miss that?
So, I started university at 53 and continued until graduation.
That’s awesome!
Great job that is awesome to hear
Incredible!
Absolute legend
Amazing!!
The best ASMRist on TH-cam and he doesn't even know it!
INDEED!!!!
@Daniel Factor He's thinking "how dare you imply this amazing man is better than my slutty typical asmrtist" :P
he's good but Horst Luening from whisky.com is the asmr king.
@Daniel Factor You got some other term for female "ASMR-artists" who perform mainly to show their body to the camera. Nothing but soft-porn.
@Daniel Factor I don't. But this "don't watch it and it isn't there" is one of the most retarded arguments ever made. The fact that some sluts make more money than hardworking people because they whisper into a camera almost undressed is just disgusting and shows the flaw in our societies.
He sounds like Winnie the Pooh
Now I can't unhear Pooh...
Winnie The Pops
you've ruined it now
I solve puzzles And things yeah if he aged about 30 years as far as the voice goes.
Grow up
OMG I HATE it when someone, especially a stranger, tells me to "smile", or if I seem upset, they say, "oh it's not so bad". SO insensitive!
Especially from older people.
People who don't know you or know your situation have no right to tell you to smile or 'cheer up' at random. It is rude and discourteous and makes a mockery of your emotions and mindset.
@@smackedinthejaw It's so lazy, might as well say hi I don't give a shit about you.
@Christie Colley completely agree. It's so inappropriate. It also makes me very annoyed at the person saying it, and then I feel guilty because the person is trying to be positive. The way I see it is when someone says "cheer up" "snap out of it" or "smile" is a lose-lose saying.
Welllllll, I won’t tell you to cheer up, but I will say I hope you can see the brighter side of things.
I mean, just ignoring what I don’t know about you, what I do know is you have a computer. You speak English, maybe in America? You at least have essentials like a roof over your head, clothes, food. We all could’ve been born on the other side of the world not knowing where our next meal is coming from, but yet they find reasons to smile.
I just like to let people know I’m not trying to be insensitive. I just want you to know that all this bad stormy clouds will never change the fact there’s a sunshine behind them. That’s all.
Alone in prayer in my shed, the Holy Spirit spoke to me with one word, it was Persevere.
Thanks Barry - you and John are kindred spirits. His best advice to Retreat guests at the end is “plod on my friends, plod on.” Phil
The chrisitan religion is a big fat pile of shit.
@@jimr4002 it brainwashes people to hope for a better life when this is all we’ve got
I would like to drink tea with this man
Same!
depression is also a sign of spiritual awakening.
YES! I am going through spiritual awakening after going through depression. Now, the whole meaning of the world is changing for me at a rapid speed I never imagined. Surely, it's grace in disguise.
@@basicbase749 yes. a lot of spiritual teacher go through this phase. like eckhart tolle, this essential because we started to realize we are living in a maya and people and society seems hostile. it might take a long time, for me it took me 8 years. now, I come out of the dark night of the soul phrase, I cannot tell you how much joy I experienced after the depression. happy for you. it is sad to live a life dictated by your own ego.
@@dannysze8183 I am so glad to know you're out of your dark night. I think, I still have some way to go. I don't hate anyone but at the same time I don't feel tremendous love for anyone or feel loved also. I feel numb. I still feel I work through my ego. Maybe my ego is a self-defense to not get hurt. But I wish I reach that stage someday, where I am filled with so much love that I have it enough to share to the world and for myself as well. And I live from love, not ego. Thank you for your words!
@@basicbase749 yes, it is a struggle between your ego and your true self. we are taught to live on our own ego so it is very uncomfortable and scary to live on your true self. most of the people said that it took them years to go through this phase. some said it took them 12 years. it is a struggle between your inner angel vs your inner devil. but your true self will eventually win. love god and love your true self. god bless. it is a pain before a child is born.
@@dannysze8183 True words Danny. It's the real holy war that we have to fight with ourselves. I shall overcome someday! Thank you very much dear! Take care, and god bless.
Bob Ross + Santa Claus = Him
GRƗML!CH Santa Ross?
Including the capacity to generate ASMR.
Also the neighbor from Home Alone that clangs one of the burglars in the head with a shovel.
Not a bad combo. He would probably laugh.
GRƗML!CH more specifically, papa from Rudolph the red nosed reindeer
I'm young but I love the wisdom of the old
Man I'm 14 and i love John Butler's wisdom
Me too!!
"Cheer up" or "Get over it" seem a very cruel thing to say to a person who is depressed. or feeling down.
Indeed ....J F .......its as though the person delivering these empty sentiments isn't in tune within.....harsh words to one feeling the weight of this phantom.....depression ......sadly many of these individuals I have encountered work with me in the Medical field...put on a happy face !! Whilst falling apart....without the Lord I would be nothing....
Blessings~
@OzarkoBlam Insanity?
Illness? (that one is more "trendy"/popular from what I've seen in the past too, not just in this thread)
I always call it a *symptom* or a reaction to certain realizations (unless it's truly crippling/severe, something constant or inherited, in which case I'd say meds are mandatory).
Stupidity and what's wrong in this world (stupidity's consequences, mainly) is insanity and an illness. Until we fix/tone it down, I know depression is gonna be here (well, in my case it was "mild" and it's been replaced by a constant/strong taste of anxiety, but I've always had that "spidersense" ringing in my head, that something new (or old, past mistake, like a huge war) is gonna go wrong soon, be it because of the rising levels of human stupidity/hate/immaturity/selfishness, etc. or simply because of life, since it's quite unforgiving to many of us and we're so fragile, lol... in fact, that alone, how short life is, is and would probably be enough to cause depression, even if everything wasn't so wrong and all ppl were united and truly good and logical, fair, and capable of true peace and, lastly and automatically, of evolution as well; though you'd have only one, or two, reason(s) to be depressed then😏).
I'm curious to see what others think of my description of depression. Even if I'm gonna feel disappointed. It's ok tho, I can't be more disappointed than I already am💩
@Will 'n Co ok, you know what I've lived better than me, apparently xD
I won't waste my time with you, it's been some time but I'm sure I had mentioned that there are many kinds and levels of depression. If not, I'm mentioning it now, and won't bother adding anything else.
@Will 'n Co he’s actually completely right people misinterpret depression as sadness, he’s actually right in his description
It's like God himself is speaking to you
John Butler has done more to help me with depression than years of psychologists, anti-depressants and therapy ever has
Hi 🙏 I've just discovered these videos , These teachings are so pure , I feel blessed that Gods led me to John and Phil 🙏 A John Butler a day keep the doctor at bay. 💞
How wonderful that there are souls like this still around. He is totally living the Truth. How different to the mad ‘rushing from there to there’ as we are taught. Keep busy, keep your mind occupied. It’s all the opposite really, isn’t it? Thanks John - a million hugs from an 85 year old.
It’s a bit refreshing when someone talks positively about Russia.
Watch this channel, Gessuto, I'll soon publish a book about my time in Russia
Gessuto the only time youtube comment sections talk poorly about Russians is when they talk negatively about americans for no reason. People hate the government and often confuse that by hating the citizens that have no control over the government
Paper Route Empire
Russian citizens have no control over the government?
Gessuto is that a question? I know its a communist government.
Paper Route Empire
But Russian government is democratic.
“I’m still just a child now, a little boy in relation to this work”. This sort of spirit of child-likeness, I hope I carry all through my life
I cannot watch this good man at night, I always fall sleep with his soothing talking 😅
okifurbi 😁😁
Same 😊
My depression/anxiety has forced me to stop working, behind in bills etc, I think a part of it is this day and age. I just want to feel that pure happiness again! Feeling trapped is the worst!
Read up on inattentive ADHD. A major cause of depression in the 4% of the population that suffer from it. Often misdiagnosed as GAD and clinical depression. It can be turned around with the right meds and CBT. Good luck.
It's never too late to make a change that will alter the course of your life. Change of career, new hobby, new city, etc. I hope you don't feel as though you can't make a leap to something new and a new purpose. Best wishes.
Smoke some weed
Have you tried yoga/meditation?
Shane T I too have depression/anxiety . In some of John’s other videos and others like Ekhart Tolle, Rupert Spira etc. They describe about been willing to keep coming back to being in the “now” and it does work for me to the point where I understand the mechanism of these negative thoughts with some space between my real self ( the “you”that notices that depression is there) and these thoughts and realise that one of these thoughts holding all the others together is a “me” thought . For example- what will happen to me if I can;t pay these bills” The thought of me and what might happen to me is yet another thought but more subtle so takes an alertness to catch it in the act , but its not your real self any more than the thought of a tree is a real tree .In other words , It is seen that I am not my depression .What happens gradually is that they don’t overwelm you anymore because you realise they don;t speak the truth and you start to believe in them less and less. One thing I notice more and more about despression or anxiousness is that the theme is always about past or future. It might not happen overnight but be willing to have a go at this coming back into the present. I start by listening to sounds around , look at something in the room or things going on around you. Feel the sensation in your arms and legs , all that kind of stuff keep doing it everytime you;re aware you’re feeling depressed. Trust me it gets better even though when you;re new to it at first it can sometimes be a bit tricky till you get the hang of it because we’re so used to living in the mind and this is precisely why it works because it brings us out of the thinking level . The thoughts evaporate just like bad dreams end when you wake up , you don;t have to try and block them out, they just go by themselves.As for the bills you will be likely to deal with the real situation a lot more practically and effectively in the present with the help of a healthy mind when your emotions are no longer in the way . 😎
Another diamond from the gentleman absolutely brilliant 👍👍👍👍
I dont believe in god but I tip my hat to this man, he actually has elucidated some valuable lessons from life and his religion. Good for him and thanks for spreading a message of hope to all.
Very true
same, im an atheist, but im glad that we have such a kind sir like him on TH-cam for all of us to listen to
@Angelina please, i'm begging you to let people believe whatever they want. god may be there, but not for us.
I don’t believe in God either but Johns message is quite enlightening and with a lot of wisdom. Hope, direction and believe is a powerful thing and when it comes with the years it will in many ways guide you.
@@ericatard God is there, all we have to do is go on our knees and be humble, ask Jesus to show us the truth and He will 100% show you He is there. I spent 35 years of my life believing there was nothing more than what we can see, smell and hear. Except we can only perceive a tiny amount of our surroundings. We cannot say there is no God, because we have not searched hard enough. Animals can see and smell things we cannot, that does not mean such things do not exist. It just means we are ignorant of them at this time. It is the same with the spirit. All the hard problems are in the start when we are blind and stumble. But if we have faith and pray, God will guide us and provide. Materialism and unbelief is destroying our world. Be different. I am just an insignificant farmer from Romania, in the end, what i say does not matter much. I found that some people are too proud and stubborn to even go on their knees when they are alone. Such people will never accept God, no matter how much proof one gives them. Instead they would rather believe that we come from an accident, a cosmic explosion where nothing exploded and created everything, all this beauty and order coming from something that actually defies the laws of physics. Their Big Bang is just another word for a miracle. It takes faith to be an atheist too. So why not look if there actually is a God ? You have nothing to lose, only to gain. I wish you all the best and regardless of what you will do in your life, i hope it will be a life of smiles and love.
How can anyone not like this kind gentle man?
Gentle gentleman
Daniel Decker so true he’s so sweet I could listen to him all day
People who are depressed
Right. Hes lovely.
Because a lot of what he's says is negative....not all of it by any means but a lot of it. He emphasises 'There's a lot of things we can't change'etc. But not the things those prepared (to take up arms against a sea of troubles)to take the challenge CAN. If you critically examine alot if what John says it contradicts itself.He would claim otherwise but to me he seems almost fundamentalist. 'Don't criticice the higher powers that judge/punish you
(unfairly?)'cos you don't understand. Which of course is precisely the same argument the rich have laid on the poor for malenia
ou don't understand
This is a breath of fresh air in all this dissonance in the world.
Oh you hadn’t a clue how true this statement would become
Phil you’ve outdone yourself. Picture looks great and the sound is pristine! I think you’ve gotten the formula down. And just in time for this amazing message from John. Very poignant. Thank you both!
But please SHUT UP while John is recording. We can hear you banging plastic containers on the stone floor and it is very disturbing.
Adam Tomkins do you really think Phil would go to the trouble of all this just to bang on the floor? Come on dude. That’s not Phil. I assume it’s the priest. I’ve just about come to believe he’s trying to run them out of the church by doing “construction” whenever they record. Phil actually wanted to record at a house for silence sake but we all whined till he went back to church.
You know what, Adam, why don't you switch to other channels which are actually about ASMR? Instead of giving orders to people who's work you so ungratefully enjoy. I doubt you've offered any help to those man, so shut up.
Or, you could also try to be gratefull and POLITE. They say it works wonders.
“Sound is pristine”......meanwhile someone is building a treehouse in the background...🤦♂️
Well, depressed as I’ve been today... the existensial angst I felt today
And then out of the blue, without searching for it, this video pops up. Peculiar, peculiar indeed.
Samuel Haus same with me
That's how it works!!
Same here. I know Im depressed. Not to fool myself so this video is excellent confirmation. But theres hope in it thats what Im thankful for!
@@smcx0231 Two observations: firstly, Samuel didn't say that this made him feel better, just that it popped up at a time when he was terribly depressed. Secondly, if you consider these videos to be 'a lot of shite', why choose to spend your time watching them?
@@smcx0231 It's your interpretation that he implied that the video made him feel better; he neither confirms not denies this. I completely agree that you need not 'explain yourself' to me, or indeed anyone else. The question I asked of you was not posed to be confrontational, but merely to understand your position better - if you find them 'all' like that, you must have watched a number, and found none helpful. Finally, posting your opinion on a public forum such as TH-cam will in almost all cases air your view to strangers who are equally at liberty to comment. I do genuinely hope that you manage to find a video that makes you feel better - it's something I have looked for too.
I'm not a Christian, but I have suffered from depression since a very young age (I'm now 30). I usually hate to hear people talk on TH-cam about it because I always feel like it's not my experience so it doesn't apply. However I agree with so much John's saying. He got through his depression because he forgot about it, was distracted from it. This was the case because he remained open to new people and circumstances, did not become withdrawn and limit himself. "I can't do that, I can't go there, that won't work..." Etc. Once you open yourself up to all the world can throw at you in your short life, new opportunities and people will present themselves. I practice this every day, checking for moments of withdrawal and correcting them. Breaking the cycle. Hope you're all well x
🙏💞🙏
Pitch perfect ASMR voice. Excellent audio quality on this one. Well done.
Agreed, I also always look for his videos with best audio quality. Love 'the common sense guide to meditation' the most. Very relaxing :)
@Lord Gargamel
Save it. Maybe one day they will understand...
Audio? What about that annoying framming/whacking noise in the background?
@@stevee7774 LOL Well, there's no denying that. I was speaking specifically about the quality of recording on John's voice, whereas in the past it had been quite muffled prior to this video. But yes, for some reason whenever they filmed in that church, there was always a myriad of sounds in the background that was eerily reminiscent of aggressive construction work LOL
It is a privilege to receive these videos John, I could go on and on about why I like them. I think it's truth spoken from a tender heart that draws me mostly.... you're great, thank you for all your efforts , very comforting,and much appreciated.God bless you ☺
My feelings exactly.
By all means, yes. Thank you.
This couldn't have come out at a more apt time. The "cheer up" part really spoke to me because it has been said and it really does feel like someone is undermining the way you feel. If only it was that easy to not be severely depressed. Thank you John and all
Me (dealing with suicidal depression)
My mother: Snap out of it!
Me: Gosh, Mom! I never thought of that! I feel better already! Thanks!
Me too. I HATED “well just keep your chin up” !!!!!!!!
@@elirien4264yesss oh myyyyy. I know Elirien. 😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢
Me too. It irritates me so much " cheer up or snap out of it " if only it were that simple but from this guy I have learnt to forget about it and look to replace it. It's like saying take yourself out of yourself to enable you to be yourself.
I wish preachers talked in this tone of voice. I may actually want to listen. I may not believe everything they say, but at least i'd listen and find something of meaning and be enlightened by that.
Dark Machine Nation my feelings exactly.....I’m not even a religious person, but he speaks so kindly you just want to listen! 🌸
It can be hard to do when you're addressing a room full of people for a homily. This way is definitely a lot more interesting to listen though, it feels so much more personal, like you've come in, sat down with John, and are listening to him simply talk to you.
At last! On his own and no silly questions. Totally enjoyed his tales, wisdom but most of all johns calming voice. Pure bliss.
you guys should copywrite your content. channels like ineedsleepnow is stealing your content and raking in more views than you for it. id report them if i were you.
But that's how I discovered this channel
Don't they put the link in the description?
Me too. Now I'm subscribed here!
Still not right. Plus they are begging for donations in that video description!
Why would they shutdown a channel that's being used to spread positivity and good vibes? I get the feeling they're not doing it for monetary gain, but to spread the wisdom and peace that this man has clearly touched as all with. Thank fucking god they don't shut down those channels or I'd have never found this guy.
I see myself a lot in Mr Butler, even though I am only 33y old. I guess when you are a seaker of the big questions of life you are bound to get some dark moments in life. This clip reminded me of a quote I read during my academic studies in religion: "For the wise man everything is suffering". It's an Indian point of view, and I see a lot of eastern philosophy in Mr Butlers reasoning.
I would also argue that the whole notion of "cheering up" that we have here in west may be a result of the growing view of the "holy self" (second wave of New Age). That the individual is central and true happiness/potential comes from yourself and not from the community/group or other outside source. It goes hand in hand with the consumer culture that forms us to find happiness if only our worldly individual needs are fufilled.
A delight to hear your tender honesty John, gracious as ever. Thank you for sharing. I like the warmth you and Phil share but this format works too. Go well.
This video reminds me of how much I’ve always wanted a grandfather 😭❤️
Without any sentimentality John would say you and he are one in spirit anyway - so you do. Phil
Plain simple truth. Refreshing honesty. Grandpa from Heidi.
Sorry to sound like a broken record, but I can’t emphasize enough how correct this approach is. Even the transitions are great. This format will get you the most views. I would say about 2/3 of your audience originate from the ASMR community, and this is perfect for that. Many of us here would have never found John without the ASMR aspect. ( We found it through ASMR, but we came back for the message. ) I hope you guys will continue to produce in this way. It’s exactly right. In case you can’t tell, I’m proud of you Phil. 😅
Well, Super Glued - I need all the encouragement I can get. So thanks for that. The new setup - much simplified - helps enormously. iPhone with Filmic Pro, Rode adaptor, 2 lav mics in. I still haven't cracked the technical side of the output from iMovie to .mov and then upload to TH-cam to maintain quality - this video looks a bit 'squashed' to me. And next time I'm going to swap my mic and John's mic. John's Aputure is actually better quality but my Sony is brighter and comes across more clearly in the final edit. Don't know why.
Spiritual Unfoldment with John Butler well then I can’t wait to hear it
Super Glued....a nice response. thanks.
The echo from the church is perfect for sound
Human version of lord of the rings Treebeard!! :)
I love what he said about people telling you to cheer up. Like, gee thanks! 😂
Tempest Marí exactly. Like it’s something you can turn on and off like a light switch . It’s more like a possession
Worse when they say snap out of it
Up cheer
I am always amazed by the synchronization of the bells and John’s words. Right at the end of his sentence, here come the bells . Absolutely divine. Thank you John thank you Phil ❤️❤️.
Our Blessed Lord Jesus Christ. He is my portion. I want for no one else. In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Ghost
Amen
Amen. The Lord Jesus said to me the other morning, Am I not sufficient for you?
Certain cultures demonize depression as a doomsday sickness. Ptsd and depression have been a part of my life for so long now. Once I started to learn from it, I became more invested in my understandings of my conditions. Tough times are a lesson for us all.
I asked God to heal my wife's depression ,35 years later i learned that i am the cause.
This profoundly touched me John - thank you. Makes me think too. Phil
So deep 🙏❤
I am sorry to hear this and yet glad to hear of your realisation and hope you can make use of it
Bruh
His voice calms me after a busy day at work.
"We've all got to be put through the mill..." Thank you John for caring.
love his voice - he sounds like Gandalph and looks a bit like him too. He should be on the radio...He has brought tears to my eyes..
Never to deny your true feelings is something I want to live by
What a blessing, for me, to have these opportunities to listen to this wise man. Coming up, as the 9th child in a family with TEN children...very little/few memories of spending time listening to my own father. Never met my grandfathers. These vids, bring me a sense of deep comfort. Meeting John in real life/real time, would be a dream come true. This is likely the closest to "meeting" him as I'll get. And for that, I am incredibly grateful. Thank you so very much. Warm regards, Joan
Lovely ☺️
I've read Jordan Peterson's "12 Rules For Life" and he has very similar writings about suffering in life. He goes on to add that the antidote to chaos and suffering is the meaning in life we find through personal responsibility. Highly recommended read.
Thanks but I'll stick with what Christ says....
Such a lovely and honest man. An inspiring human being. Please Phil give him a friendly hug from me. :)
I always feel so positive after watching your videos John :) GOD bless you!
Hello there! Such a sweet message You guys are awesome! Sending much love and light ❤💜❤💜❤💜
Here goes the dishonest nice comment to exhibit one's asmr page!
@@1492totocolomb Your assumption is quite ridiculous. I always watch John and I really like him! Sorry if you're bitter with ASMR channels
Then you might wanna stop overdoing,it makes honesty become questionable
@Lloyd Christmas no they aren't
@Lloyd Christmas he writes books as well...im PRETTY sure he's up front about everything he experiences and wants to share. He MAY drag it out a bit in his videos just because he's been made aware of his asmr like effects on people that click them. But he isnt trying to BS anyone.
I enjoy Phil's presence in videos, I think perhaps if you had a second camera to film both angles in real time it would make for a much more seamless format. Enjoying the video!
10+ years battling depression an iv yet to find a good side of it xD
same!
Try writing music..even if you have to learn 😊
Tried, to no good purpose. I write poetry as the next best thing, but that's the least respected/ most ignored high artform. Try taking pieces of your soul away with a potato slicer till there's nothing left. Joyous rapture it ain't.
@@patricktaylor4577 i dont other arts but still never seen a bright side to it
Watch the videos of Pema Chodron
This man makes Trump ,Brexit, etc,etc seem sooooo unimportant.
That's because it isn't.
Wow way to sneak politics into this....
When my depression rears it’s ugly head, I roll with it....I try and work out the trigger and go from there x
Dear John, what you said about depression is so true, most people just don't go into it, it has its purpose for sure. State of mind like this doesn't happen for no reason. John, I truly value your experience, deeply respect your honesty about this issue. In the west people are so accustomed to word "depression" + most people I've met in the US were on antidepressants and it seemed very normal for them. I was deeply surprised when I found out. As for me, I grew up not knowing such words: stress or psycho-somatic disorders or depression. Yes, lucky I was...Recently, I've been listening to all kind of specialist talking about depression referring not only to biochemical dis-balance of hormones, but also as a fundamental conflict, a state of soul of the human being that happens for reason. Thank you and Phil for recording this video. John's direct experience, his exploration of it and true knowledge from going thought it fully is needed and appreciated.
Thank you for the poem and kind words. From a Russian.:)
We suffer because we desire a particular outcome. Also because we insist on attaching meaning to things.
ThingsAreLookingUp never thought about it so plainly...but you’re spot on...thanks for that
Thank you.
What about disease that comes without warning
Chris'Jams Still applies.
Abandon the causes of suffering!
One thing that intrigues me... why in these John Butler clips in a quiet church, there seems to always be someone in the background clattering and making a God awful noise?
Well, it is a Church, not a television studio. It's a public space for Christians.
.....and it's not a "God" awful noise, it's just awful to you!
This man is more connected than I’ve ever known a person to be. Humbled to come across this, thank you.
I have my bible for guidance and John Butler for my insomnia♡
Telling people to cheer up is emotional robbery.
I love that expression, "You never know what lies around the corner!" Will the sun come from behind the cloud today?
-No!
Oh, well. Perhaps tomorrow...
I love this dear man. He is so simply real.
This video is what I needed to understand my depression. Thank you. 😃
This video I know by the heart. In the flood of mostly spiritual businessmans this is so refreshing. I am very grateful to John and all of you who made this sharing possible. True genuine alive mystic in the line of Meister Eckhart. It is so good to hear this simple yet profound gentleman. It is honor to live at the same time with you John. Thank you
So if you're depressed, do something physical, you'll soon forget your depressed.
The less of me; The more of God.
Thank You....
I'm a muslim but find his words so inspiring God bless him
The inner sadness that can manifest within our mind and body can hurt our will to have faith in God. Depression and anxiety sadly cannot be seen by others because it can be hidden by the sufferer. We need to keep talking and not suffer in silence. In life anyone of us can become a stray lamb lost in a field of depression hoping one day a good Shepard will rescue us.
I wondered often how my cultural heritage fits in with my being Sonia..Im part Russian too. Never traveled there though. Thanks enjoyed listening.
Why have adverts now been put on here it breaks up my peaceful listening time
A degree in Russian studies = cause of depression right there lol
Many people are depressed for no reason, nothing to be learn, just unfair sickness. That statement is just ignorant. Not everything is rational. Do not speak about things you don't understand.
"at last I am in a world where everyone is as miserable and depressed as me" actually made me laugh out! I've never been to Russia but I now feel like I completely understand the place
So wrong
Less is more..no apologies needed sweetheart. I adore this talk. You're helping us so no apologies. Thank you so so much. I've had an 8 yr depression episode... entirely sober...I think it just happens.... gotta ride it out. So difficult, nearly unbearable and unless you have it, it's undescribable. Let it pass my friends...it will...I promise you
John, thanks for such an informative description of Russian mentality.
Following it could you please define 3 principal qualities which are differ Russians from traditional Western cultures ?
PS: There is a funny story about discussion between Russian and British spies. British admitted that Russians mostly succeed at two things: overcoming every possible obstacle in life against all odds. But - fortunately for UK and sone other countries - Russians are also pretty successful at creating those obstacles for themselves)
Wow! This was beautiful !! :)
Just what I needed to hear - it really helped me.
What a beautiful man
This is one of my favorite videos. I watch it (or simply listen to it) regularly. It still helps me feel better LOL
He's so precious.
Father Christmas has had episodes of depression.....!? Wow! I Learned something new today :-D
I love the way the church bell chimes at perfect moments - like when he finishes the Russian rendition of the poem. It's like watching a Thich Nhat Hanh video when a summary statement is made and the gong strikes
Whoever that is clattering around in the background, please BE QUIET while John is speaking. Have some common decency.
what an incredible spirit im feel ashamed when i look at his beauty the true friend of God only i can say forever blessing to this great man
before saying the bible says we are saved, first find out what "saved" means! saved from what and saved by what? saved in which way exactly?
Yourself.
Such a Luminous, Humble and Wise Soul 🙏 THANK YOU for BEING!!! 🙏❤️🙏 Thank You also for yesterday's Beautiful and Precious conversation (Live Broadcast) with Rick Archer, presented on his channel 'BuddhaAtTheGasPump'. 🙏 My deepest Gratitude, Joy & Love 💫🕉️💫🙏❤️🙏
I pray also that we see the value of what depression left behind in our lives and for those experiencing it to get free in Jesus name amen 🙏
5:47 um isn't that a VERY very western point of view? It's what Christianity is about after all.
I do love his calming voice, my new fave asmrtist.
Nah, desert religion.
I've never felt that depression is the correct word, it feels more like compression, trying to breathe with a great immovable weight of bundled up anger, sadness, confusion, despair, and the over-arching sense that life is completely pointless carrying on with all of that
Depression is anger turned inward. May I suggest finding a therapist?