10 Daily Reminders For a Better Life | A Monk’s Approach

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Which of these 10 daily reminders resonate with you?

[@stevemathews9668]

The 10 of them resonate with me.

[@samiramagalhaes4492]

I am on my way to imprve my journey towards the ten precepts; though the #1 resonates with me particularly!🙏🏻🌿

[@snehalatharangaraju5065]

Thanks for this wonderful video. I feel 9 th point is very near to my heart as peace ful and stable mind is foundation for every thing and this is gained by solitude

[@MindEnchantress]

Not being choosy and using what we have with care - to allow and encourage ourselves to be grateful for what we have.

[@mitdemherzensehenelfie1789]

No. 9 is my job. I try to achieve regular meditation, but let myself be distracted by life again and again, but I know that meditation is good for me. I keep working on myself.

[@tj5308]

1. Generate peace by proper thinking, speaking and acting. 2. Don’t be choosy in what you eat. The purpose of food is to sustain the body, not to indulge in pleasure and fun. 3. Give up bad habits and develop good habits. 4. Think where and how you can do better. 5. Look at your conduct from the outside, from an ideal point of view. 6. Ask yourself, “How much more do I need?” You won’t be able to take all your possessions to the grave. 7. Remember about Karma. For every action there is a reaction even if no one sees you, and good actions bring positive results. 8. Think what good you have done today. Don’t forget that time is passing. Train yourself fast because our lifetime is limited. Do what is good now. 9. Live peacefully and quietly physically and mentally. Like you clean your body with a shower every day, set aside time for meditation in order to clear your mind from fear, worry, anger and other emotions. Let them settle down. This will allow you to see yourself, other people and the situation clearly and save you from trouble, chaos and conflicts. Be by yourself and let your mind rest even for a short while. 10. Improve your meditation each day. The goal is to train your mind to see yourself, other people and things clearly, to see the reality. The tool for this is meditation. Your mind should be peaceful. You should calm yourself from inside out, develop yourself. To become a loving, kind and compassionate person genuinely, your mind should be peaceful, bright and positive. Slowing down, getting still, looking at how you’re living, what you’re doing, coming to a stop, seeing things for what they are, becoming conscious, mindful and aware is a key to success. Otherwise, you’ll be always reacting the same way you used to.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂

[@suzannestanford1169]

Excellent. Thank you.

[@drhshah]

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[@mksaami]

Your service is great by noting down the 10 rules. I have taken it in pdf format for use.

[@Diana-Martinez]

Always love your advice. I am a teenager trying to build great habits & your videos bring a lot of light! Thank you for always being so encouraging☀️

[@janegaff6970]

Hello from Scotland Diana, I wanted to tell you I wish I had read The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod when I was your age (although I wasn't as smart as you trying to build great habits at your age!) But I did at 40 and it was so simple I don't know why these things aren't taught in school!!! There is one especially for Teenagers. Check it out. Luv, Jane (PS I have nothing to do with this book, it just changed my life and saw your post and thought you might like to hear about it)

[@johnhutchison2268]

Hi Diana, I am also from Scotland. I am in my 70s and I am guided by Buddhist teachings. I wish I had learnt about this when I was a teenager. Enjoy your study and practise 🙏

[@alleycat616]

I’m always so impressed when teenagers (and I teach them) actually have the self awareness/motivation etc. to improve themselves in such ways. I definitely was not there mentally as a teen.

[@rhondasmithson9575]

Yes, these concepts should be taught in public schools. Note the origins of Western society -and many other societies - public schools - FACTORIES- continuance to present day - Govts, Corps, certain others - want schools to generate Population following FEAR - Instead of Employing MINDFUNESS, INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATION. Refer to Prolific Examples currently being EXPOSED during the past 3 yrs. 'KINDNESS TO OTHERS, RESPECT OF ENVIRONMENT/PLANET' -- HMMM...???

[@anjalymenon8278]

I'm going through a very sad phase of my life. I watch your videos everyday. I feel so much better dear Nick. Thank you

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Hang in there my friend 😊 things will get better

[@samyukthayogendra2088]

Dear venerable Nick, No amount of words can express our gratitude to you for your work. Thank you very much 🙏🏻. Sadhu Sadhu

[@nickkeomahavong01]

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂

[@parinjamal7395]

I totally agree no amounts of words can express our gratitude. You are an amazing speaker with tons of hidden virtues and wisdoms. Thank you for sharing. I wonder how many people’s soul u lifts up. Your speech is so crystal clear that we feel like listening to it Over and over again. Bless you 🙏🙏🙏

[@susanbundy3490]

Please keep the videos coming, I truly learn from them.

[@Kimberly-n9p]

I quit smoking cigarettes and cigars, which was a fight and personal struggle for me. I thank Buddha for His teachings, knowledge, and great wisdom experiences in life.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Congratulations! Keep up the great work 😊

[@carly-beatz-DJ]

"The mind is the lens to the outside world". These words will stay with me, and they make so much sense. With a pure mind - or clear lens, we can see the world for what it is. Thank you, Ven. Nick.

[@eatingdeadoshiage67]

I'm very grateful for your channel. I've been wanting to quit my job quite a while because I'm not happy. My husband has some concerns but overall said I should do what I want. I wasn't able to make that final move and have been living in depression. I blamed it all on my husband, my job, my boss. Today something hit me. I am not living in alignment with my truth. I thought I'm doing it for others. But what I really should do is align my thoughts with my speech and action. I couldn't make the call to quit just now, but I decided to change my priorities. Instead of putting the job that's making me miserable first, I'm going to put what's truly important for me first.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

yes and just take the time to get clear and come up with a proper plan :)

[@lillianmedina3125]

I’m a therapist.. you are doing great work.. always a joy to Liston and magnify the energy.. thank you 🙏🏽 sending you blessings from NYC♥️

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you so much Lillian.

[@barrie888]

Thankyou for generously sharing these useful practices with those of us who are not Buddhists

[@mitdemherzensehenelfie1789]

I have the feeling that I have lost touch with something higher and I am impatiently looking for it. You help me to find pieces of the puzzle and to exercise patience. A difficult task for me. I thank you for the teachings.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful! I'm glad to be of some help. Thank you my friend :)

[@didierschwab2222]

Venerable Nick, as the Day breaks, at my end in France, i’am meditating with your teachings, at the sound of your voice. It is a blessing to hear this presepts .i love your thought about carving out time to clean the mind, and learn to for stillness in life. I send out my intend in the Universe, that 1 day i will meat you in person :). To become a Monk from inside , out, is beautifully said, and explained. Thank you Venerable Nick. And ibid you a nice afternoon. . Greetings from France. Didier

[@shilparathore3181]

When the student is ready the teacher appears. Here you are. 🙏

[@zelenplav1701]

I love this. Reminders to stay on the path. I am 76.life has become more complicated.

[@Eyez2melt]

I share your thoughts. I feel genuine , pure love from Ven. Nick. When he speaks, I feel his passion to spread peace and harmony to us all🙏.

[@helenefrench4275]

@ Didier: * Meet you not Meat Didier. Meat is viande in French :)

[@didierschwab2222]

@@helenefrench4275 merci Helene pour la correction

[@jkustiak]

Thank you Nick - every time I listen to your teachings, I can feel myself growing everyday - many blessing to you 🙏

[@davidlist7507]

The first talk of yours I listened to today you were in California and this one you are in Thailand where I moved 23 years ago from Boulder, Colorado where I left my Sangha created by Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche who was a Tibetan and taught from the Hiniyana, Mahayana to the Vajrayana in his temple Dorje Dzong. Listened to many Tibetan great teachers who came and taught after Chogyams death, wonderful Rinpoches that I was lucky enough to listen to. Plus I love listening to your teaching thank you very much, Peace, and Love!

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Thank you my friend. I’m glad to hear that you were a part of such a beautiful sangha 😊

[@vivekanand4657]

Every word spoken by you builds positivity to face the reality of life……thank you

[@christellec1289]

I'm like addicted to your channel now... I find myself keep wanting to watch it sometimes more than once... Watching your vids Is like meditation just like the previous comment said... So much wisdom. Thank you so much. 🤗🤗

[@nickkeomahavong01]

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much Christelle 🙂🙂🙂 we're glad you're here.

[@shuchi9534]

Can’t thank you enough monk … I just cld feel the grace of god by coming across ur videos thank u so much 🙏

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu sadhu 😀😀 thank you so much

[@susanharkema2888]

Thank you brother. As a Christian, I interpreted your reflection questions for my own use. This is a prayerful and nourishing practice. Evening Reflection Questions 1. How were my thoughts, speech, actions? Alignment? Congruent? 2. Was I grateful for my blessings and not choosy for how blessings show up? Have I used my necessities with care and consideration or have I been wasteful? 3. What can I do to improve my conduct? What bad habits should I let go of? What good habits would benefit me? 4. How can I live tomorrow more like Christ? How can I submit my heart, mind, body, and soul to God’s will? How well have I lived the 10 commandments? 5. How can I love others tomorrow as I love myself? 6. How was I too attached today? What do I need to let go of attachment? How did I focus on Jesus more than my attachments? 7. How did I sin today? Confess and thank God for forgiveness through the death of Jesus Christ. 8. How was I the hands and feet of Christ helping others and reflecting His love to others? 9. If I died tonight, what legacy will I leave behind from today? 10. How was my mindfulness and meditative practice today? Was I present

[@garnetjohnson763]

Thank you! Im Christian as Well and this aligns with what i believe.

[@LarnNicole]

i think thats beautiful

[@nuhali5917]

Hello Susan, have you ever read about Islam? Please read about Islam and ask God to guide you to the religion acceptable to him.

[@MaralSheikhzadeh]

Hi Ven. Nick, I just want to say thank you for all the teachings you share with us. I am learning so much from you as a lay person and I am deeply grateful 🙏

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you so much maral. It's a pleasure.

[@lanishortsunshine5773]

Yup....over 2000 years So Im soooo greatful you share all this with me and us...online!!!! Much Love!!

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you so much

[@palimo3653]

I was once that person that always needed something on like the radio, television, KZbin etc even while sleeping. Once I started meditating I realized what was happening and I’m so much more at peace now

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful. I'm glad you were able to make that switch and have more stillness. Keep up the great work :)

[@aehrmartinez7062]

Yeah I'm addicted also in KZbin, I want to start meditating.

[@pinkifloyd7867]

Great 👍 I still spend my nights listening to him or adjan brahm and eckhart Tolle ..

[@JonKonik11]

You realized what was happening?

[@11harrybaby]

How do I meditate 🧘‍♀️

[@dinashufaniya3921]

Dear Ven. Nick: listening to U every day first thing in the morning, makes me start my day with a feeling that my heart was soothed and some more poison evaporated. So I am able to begin my day stronger and more able to face myself and the world, as is. I am a person with a "cracked" heart, with broken parts in it and in myself, ever since I remember myself. meeting U , is not virtual for me.It is a real experience of meeting a healing energy, your energy, that across space and time, helps me in my efforts to feel less pain. Thank U so much for your kindness and generosity. They work.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Aww thank you so much Dina! I’m glad it’s helpful and sending you my blessings my friend 😊😊😊

[@janeclausen141]

Thank you again ven.Nick. You always touch my heart, my mind and my soul - when I struggle with something I always think of you, your smile and laughter. Love and grettings from Denmark.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Awww. Its always a pleasure Jane. Thank you so much as always :) stay safe in Denmark.

[@janeclausen2888]

@@nickkeomahavong01 🙏

[@Lucky_cat48]

Thank you for sharing. Im inspired by this "find time fall in love with peace with quiet and be by yourself" and train mind by meditation. ❤️

[@ellaclaires]

Thank you so much Ven.Nick for your wisdom and this valuable teaching. I escpecially like point no.3 and 9: training ourselves to reduce our bad habits and try to have a quiet peaceful time to reflect/meditate. I have been practicing meditation for about a year now. That truly changes my life, it helps me to stay calmer, centered and grounded. I was on sleeping pills and anxiety meds for years, but after doing meditation, now I no longer need those pills to sleep anymore 🙏

[@Soorya17-i7c]

Thankyou…hope we all have a happy and mindful day 💛🦋

[@juliaangelicaa5395]

Yes, life is short. One day we're here, the next ..... gone 😞. No one knows when. I agree, we need to make the most out of the time given to us. Do good unto others (even when no one is watching), exercise our mind by meditating to clear our minds, be appreciative of every little things that comes our way, stay positive. Peace, love, and genuine happiness comes from the inside 💌 Thanks Nick !!!

[@rebeccajourney3183]

I love that you share your daily practices. It reminds me to focus on calm and to allow myself to feel better about what my focus is each morning and reflect on what I've accomplished each evening! Blessings all around 🙏

[@nickkeomahavong01]

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂

[@barbosberg]

Nick your words reverberate to me today and I thank you.❤

[@sharonlujan9497]

as a domestic violence survivor I do appreciate the guidance of good council from my monastic friends as I can see now to how to develop my path forward thank you venerable Nick for this teaching all the way from thailand!!!

[@nickkeomahavong01]

You're welcome my friend 😊

[@sabrinas2181]

KZbin needs a heart/love button for vlogs like these. A lot to digest. Wow. Made me cry but provides a lot of clarity. Khob khun kha.🙏🏼

[@mythilychari8754]

In Tamil there is a verse that says " burn from fire heals, but not that words burnt". Great emphasis on speech and the words one uses. Poet is Thiru Valluvar.

[@lydiagosling7459]

HeLLo Nick. I always look forward to your presentations. They're like a special visit from a very dear personal friend. I admire and respect you. The wisdom you share brings much calmness and peace into my life. And I hold you close to me, like I would hold something that's very precious to me. I truly hope that doesn't make you uncomfortable. Thank You Nick🌷.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Thank you so much Lydia for your kind words. I am truly grateful to be able to share with you all :)

[@Kimberly-n9p]

Thank you Nick, for your wisdom, knowledge, experiences, and the time you take out of your day to teach and share positive enlightenment.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

My pleasure! Thank you so much 😊

[@karinscammell7652]

Thank you.I can feel energy, calmness,harmony from you.It helps me so much.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much Karin for your kind words 🙂🙂🙂

[@Chickadeebunny]

Monks do the greatest service to nature and that inner field of peace that spreads throughout the world. Thank you!

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you so much

[@michellehall2715]

Everyday I look forward to my alone time. I discover something new such as a way through what I may perceive as something it isn't unless I let my mind run away. create clarity. Thank you so much!!

[@nickkeomahavong01]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@Travel_kido]

I love everything that you share about life and it's meaning. Thank you dear venerable Nick. You are the best. Hope to see you in person someday soon again.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much Binod 🙂🙂🙂 great to hear from you. Hope all is well.

[@naazalihumayon524]

I am a Muslim girl but I love to learn about your beliefs and soothing lifestyle. May you be blessed ever

[@nickkeomahavong01]

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂

[@gingersutton8240]

Which resonates?...ALL! Thank you for this sharing. As a senior person, I have heard so much of the wisdom you share. But you are helping me gather my learning & helping to guide me in a grander way. I am working diligently on my abuse toward food & how I use it disrespectfuly & have suffered w morbid obesity b/c of it. Gladly, I have journied more than half way to gaining respect for my body by eating in a better, a more respectful way. Today I am using the info on food & eating to encourage me to continue on my journey. Your guidence & sharing is helping me to make best decisions to play my part in sharing my life purpose w the world. I am thankful for you! Bless Ven. Nick!

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful my friend. I'm glad these teachings are helpful. Slowly integrate them and diligently do the work. We are rooting for you :)

[@gingersutton8240]

@@nickkeomahavong01 I can tell u how much ur responses means to me. I am here taking care of everyone in family. Your vlogs & supportive responses are what I have! Thankfully it is all I need. Thanks to you & all the ppl who share! Greatful list!

[@rollandjoeseph]

Great lessons to live a peaceful, purposeful centered life

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you so much

[@sabinepirn3326]

I really love listening your advices. You are so loveley, ven. Nick.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@watiwatjustinepearle.3132]

Thank you, Nick! I guess what resonates with me the most is to constantly remind myself to not complain about what God serves in my plate and to consider it with care and tenderness. It is the epitome of the "attitude of gratitude". Also, I love how this video talks about how we should fixate on our thinking, speaking, and behaving. Hearts for everyone!

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful Justine :)

[@pasinduhewapathirana1264]

Sadhu sadhu may our venerable Nick be able to attain the nirvana soon🙏🏻

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu sadhu thank you so much 😊

[@Mistiwood]

Love you Nick! So many times I’ve wanted to talk to monks but was apprehensive so you’re answering all my questions and helping me in my routine 🙏💗

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful. sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂

[@QuestionsanswersaboutBuddhism]

The sufferings in life are valuable lessons that help us grow and develop spiritually.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

😊😊

[@Spanish702]

Good morning! Everything you have told is relavant, concise and appropriate. Thanks meanwhile.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂

[@lovetherobotshow]

hi nick. its nice to see this update. i have to say, i went to the reddit sub and it seemed almost like some kind of cult being encouraged. and some weird ego thing going on, i think i saw an admin saying something like 'oh we we expect to be very popular and many people coming'. i hope you stay humble. its admirable you are sharing the way you are.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

oh, that's quite an interesting perspective....

[@jitupatel7846]

So beautiful, no words to express my gratitude 🙏🏼 God bless you 🙏🏼

[@nickkeomahavong01]

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂

[@Lunay08]

I think the 6th reminder I was able to grasp the most. We are not infinite beings, our time will come. We cannot take any of these physical possessions with us onto our next journey, but what stays in this world is the good that we do for others, the smiles and laughs we give to others. When you die, no one will speak about how much money you made, or what you owned, rather, they will remember you for the good that you brought upon their lives. We need to humble ourselves, and remember that we are not timeless.

[@ides1959]

Ven Nick, I have written gratitude lists before and somehow "Today...." seems to result in ease and delight in doing this, calling these 'gratitudes' to mind. Yes, stillness, slowing down. It is work, and not easy. Old habits of self-aggression, a mind that spins stories of retribution, seeing the habitual defensive and warring posture. Speediness, greediness. Suffering creating more suffering. Your speaking of becoming a monk from the inside: I ask myself more frequently, what do I want to create-more suffering? For myself or another? (I feel the fact that I can even remember to ask myself what my intention is is no trivial step-regardless of how well or clumsily executed.) More practice, with compassion. Thank you, with a grateful heart-

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful Regina! keep up the great work :)

[@shellywilks883]

Good evening Nick and thank you as always🙏 Bless you!

[@nickkeomahavong01]

It's a pleasure Shelly. Thank you so much my friend :) stay safe.

[@douggotley7169]

Thank you so much for this incredible video. This was so helpful.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Glad it was helpful! 😊

[@mind188]

ThankYou Bante - I appreciate all your helpful videos , they light a fire in me.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@cathypreddie98]

Thank you for helping us Nick.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

It's definitely my pleasure to be able to share. Thank you Cathy :)

[@erakkovaatainen148]

Thanks, monk. We need to hear more of you. Stuff is not what we need. We need love and contentment. Shopping is wasting money. One is never content shopping. We always end up wishing more.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you so much

[@dianelamorticella6053]

Thank you for these videos Nick!! This is very helpful now. I’m sending love to you and everyone in your monastery. ❤️

[@nickkeomahavong01]

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much Diane 🙂🙂🙂 we appreciate your loving kindness.

[@conely2463]

thank you for having this content available

[@suru01]

Thank you for all that you share. I struggle with my mental health and your videos give me a bit of peace and hope.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful. I'm glad they are helpful. Just diligently practice these tools along with mindfulness and meditation daily my friend :) you got this!

[@vasudhakishore53]

I have been practicing Nichrein's Buddhism from past three years. Your videos are really helpful in improving the quality of life. Thank you so much!

[@nickkeomahavong01]

I'm so glad to hear. Thank you so much my friend :)

[@kchannel5317]

Thank you for the video Nick. It's interesting that you mention Karma in this video. As a westerner I'm skeptical that something like Karma exist, but since I have attempted to sleep in a see of merit it has switched my mindset to focus on helping other people. Since then a lot of good things have happened to me almost by coincidence. I know that good things don't last forever, but my personal experience has opened my mind to the idea of Karma.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

You're welcome my friend. Yes karma can definitely be a foreign concept for westerners indeed. I'm glad you are open and just keep doing good :)

[@patrickhafner778]

You are an amazing human being. So helpful for so many out here in chaos. I’m so grateful for the teaching monks allowing you to teach us and seeing how far reaching your work is.

[@esha4210]

I just came across your wonderful channel like 3 days back & I've already binge watched so many videos . Thank you for all the wonderful teachings, dear Ven Nick ❤🙏 All these 10 reminders definitely resonate with me , many I've been practicing every now & then but the precepts was so needed. Can be used to keep oneself in check & grounded . Would love to read & know more about the same 🙏

[@joysbeautiebar]

Me too, I binge watch when I can. ❤😊

[@gypsylu71]

Greetings, Thank you for your teachings.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@chenoah7963]

Thank you for the reminders Nick! In our fast paced busy world to stop and reflect and be still is something we all need! Grateful for your thoughts to help us through the challenges

[@nickkeomahavong01]

You're welcome my friend. I'm glad it's helpful :)

[@haiku2youtoohaiku2youtoo21]

Thankyou Nick I am finding these talks really really useful. I am really struggling with a neighbour that is agressive, damages my property and basically triggers a lot of anger and negative thoughts. It's a real test for me. The neighbour has no sense of boundaries in any sense. I know ultimately we are all one nothing is really 'mine' when it comes to ownership of physical things. The only thing I own are my own thoughts and actions. I do not like thinking so negatively. I know it hurts me more than anyone else. I send peaceful thoughts to him but sometimes I just blow up as his behaviour has affected me since moving in 3 years ago. I have to find a way to live with this. It's not easy.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

I'm sorry to hear about your situation my friend. That's definitely difficult.

[@wphmusic]

Thank you. The over-arching reminder to slow down and reflect has always been key for me. When life becomes busy I can feel my sense of peace slipping away. Great reminders here. Thank you.

[@farrelltimothy]

Thank you for sharing Nick. The world will be better today in Vermont, US because of your message. Peace to you.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Thank you so much Tim 😊😊

[@c.brughuis3518]

Thank you very much!! You people are working hard for a better world for all human beings. ♥ 🙏

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you so much

[@OmLorna]

Nick, I appreciate you very much. Your goodness, playful giggle and the reminder to keep the path to enlightenment simple. Your radiant heart inspires me to go inward even more. Happy holiday's - Lorna in San Francisco.

[@LUVN4GIV]

Thank you for another wonderful video. They are much appreciated. I love finding new ways to practice living with intention. Your words are also very soothing and comforting. Please take care. 🙏🏽

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful. I'm glad it resonates with you Laura :)

[@BBaaaaa]

Thank you so much for those videos. Each information is so valuable I could never thank you enough. I find myself using my cellphone/social media less and less. I'm spending more time with the elders in my family and learning so much with them, having a great time with them. I learned to value that and to have more focus on the important things. I can't thank you enough for making me see that my family and friends are way more important than what is on a screen... It might seem obvious but being 19 I grew up in front of a computer and only having it for company shaped my childhood in a different way. So, by learning to live like people before me (by talking face to face, not being entertained by videos/posts all the time) made me feel refreshed. Like I never did before. The internet (in the way that I used to use it) made me anxious all the time. As for now, no internet drama all the time, no stressing over false numbers, no ignoring my family for social media. I am still trying to become my best self and I still fall for drama, but your guidance has led me a long way. Thank you for your teachings.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wow. Thank you for sharing and keep up the great work my friend 😊😊☺️ rooting you on all the way from Thailand.

[@BBaaaaa]

@@nickkeomahavong01 Thank you so much, all the way from Brazil!

[@lifewiththejonaks]

Thank you so much for sharing this. I´m learning so much with your videos, I´m still in the beggining of my path and I chose you as my teacher. So much gratitude for you. Thank you very much all the way from Brazil.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

You are so welcome! Thank you Carla and hopefully I'll get a chance to visit Brazil one day :)

[@natashajacobs7685]

So grateful for Your teachings - gentle reminders* Resonate with all 10 B-) keep improving * * * * * You have a beautiful smile and explain things so simply so that we can apply it to our lives*

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Thank you so much for your kind words Natasha 😊

[@ai172]

Thank you so much Venerable Nick. These pointers are excellent reminders and are extremely helpful on my path. Notes duly taken :) I see them as a beautiful cycle of "Attention - gratitude- reflection - intention - attention " :)

[@dalladi]

I recently finished gratitude and self love courses and this is helping me keep on learning and growing positively, and to continue exploring what purpose and life means to me. And it is helpful information, shared in a way that is enjoyable and somehow peaceful to consume. I'm so thankful and grateful for the simplistic way the information is shared as there can be a perhaps flamboyant or excessive way some self help gurus or books or otherwise convey information - using complex and fancy language, provoking a verbosity overload. This is the sixth video I've seen. Just watched a podcast on the Double Expresso channel here on youtube with a female monk (nun) and it was also very challenging, mind opening and helpful.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful! I’m glad these videos are helpful and keep learning my friend. You’re doing great 😊

[@Bowie_E]

I wish food was purely sustenance for me. Instead, it's a comfort, a distraction, a best friend, and a worst enemy all at once 😂 Even though you view food as purely sustenance, Ven Nick, do you allow yourself to enjoy food that you would have enjoyed as a lay person? Or is that not okay/in line with the precepts? For me, it'd count as entertainment and substances that alter my mind lol

[@samuelavraham4909]

It is very simple if you think about it, whenever you consume things, is it done to distract yourself from stress? Is it done because you pursue sensual pleasure and delight in it? Or is it done simply because "there is hunger present and it's hard to concentrate"? You can eat whatever as long as it is ethically sourced, the important part is your "intent".

[@vhoy7899]

Bowie, I bought the book Eat to live which has been helpful. There is a recipe book as well that gives great simple meals. I find myself eating things I have never tried. They are delicious and my body is getting the needed nutritional value it needs( it breaks down its vitamin component)

[@Bowie_E]

Someone just liked my comment and I'm glad bc I forgot I'd said this and since then, I've start Intermittent Fasting (20:4), have lost weight, I feel loads better, and I'm wholly unimpressed by food now. I literally just try to get my fiber and protein, etc in during my eating window and I am no longer a food addict 💪 🏆 🎉 thank y'all for the good advice as well ☺

[@chigwellfcdevelopment2307]

Wonderful Teachings As I'm doing the washing up I listen but also am Mindful that my mind is not focused on either Which teaches me, that I am not being Mindful. Which guides me. Thank You

[@702desertmom]

I’m so glad I found your channel Nick thanks for sharing your wisdom with us 🙏🏼

[@nickkeomahavong01]

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much Debbie 🙂🙂🙂 and welcome to the channel. glad you're here :)

[@kazmalakhan]

Thank you, Ven. Nick.

[@kentsmith1507]

Ven. Nick....I'm struck by the similarities with 12 step programs....one day, that is what we have. Thank you for your time with us... Greetings from Texas!

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Always good to hear from you kent. And yes, I think the 12 step program is wonderful.

[@mikelhoffman6075]

Hi there how is the weather beautiful smiles

[@kchannel5317]

God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change. Courage to change the things I can, and wisdom to know the difference.

[@midasmines8072]

Dear Venerable Nick, daily I look forward to your sharing. It helps me to help others. Your framework helps to frame me. My endless gratitude 🙏❤️🙏

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wow that's beautiful. I'm glad to be apart of your journey. Thank you my friend :)

[@shielamartinez8991]

I love your new post Nick l am going to listen to your morning, evening and your latest 10 daily reminders it really helps me to think. I have been doing a lot of sorting and clearing materialistic things from my life and it’s because of your teaching that’s encouraged me Thank you

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Beautiful shiela. Yes definitely integrate it all together and simply do what you can :)

[@janeyd5280]

Your voice has been like meditation to me. Listening to you has really helped me. I now will concentrate on my brain. I am kind, I have compassion. But my mind hasn't been good because I have carried a lot of anger. The anger comes out because I may see an injustice toward me or a relative. I have carried a lot since 19 69 till now. My anger has not solved anything I fact made things worse. But after Listening to you I have learned how to start to be peaceful. I do not like an injustice. Ie lies or bad treatment. But I need to learn to not react. And your advice to think of how my life went today is excellent and learn from it. Many blessings sir and may you have all the nourishment you need and good health. Best wishes from Scotland.xxx

[@doumie1082]

One of the best presentations! It feels good to have such clear guidelines although they are far from being easy to follow... but definitely worth trying!

[@nickkeomahavong01]

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂 yes just do the best you can and slowly integrate it :)

[@amsam6742]

I have to work on my daily language..when something is wrong with me physically or emotionally I would swear and use profanity...not to anyone but out loud to myself..major habit that needs to change..these life changing habits will help me tremendously..thank you Nick for sharing these very well structured words of wisdom..bless you brother..

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful. I'm glad it's helpful. thank you my friend :)

[@elizamh5270]

Just found your channel. It makes me so happy!

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful my friend. Welcome to the channel. We are glad you are here :)

[@YassarPerwaiz]

Profound information and deliberations... High sense of positivism and motivation... Powerful and Impactful guidance and suggestions ✌🏻

[@loanvo905]

💚💚💚All ten lessons are most valuable for me! Trying to learn and practice every day, especially lesson 1, which I've found a central lead to good/bad karma. Thanks so much for always sharing your excellent thoughts/teaching 🙏💚

[@nickkeomahavong01]

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much Loan. I'm glad you resonate with all these reminders 🙂🙂🙂 Keep up the practice :)

[@loanvo905]

@@nickkeomahavong01 🙏🙏🙏😊

[@bellec4453]

Thank you so much for this great teachings. I had a difficult day today..misunderstandings with people and I felt so drained .. I don’t function very well at all when there is conflict and arguments my mind becomes cloudy and I feel exhausted.. it is the evening here in Sydney and I just listened to your teachings and finally calm descended upon me .. thank you 🙏

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Thank you belle. I'm glad it brought you a calm ☺️☺️

[@bellec4453]

@@nickkeomahavong01 🙂🙏

[@gaiaswildchildtarot]

You inspired me to shave my head I feel so liberated. I was tired of my hair being such a huge part of my identity. Another awesome video thank you. 😊

[@nickkeomahavong01]

sadhu sadhu. 🙂🙂🙂

[@monikaolausson4158]

Once againThank you my friend. All of these reminders resonate with me. I try to be as aware as I can in every situation. Life is so exciting when you challenge yourself and try to do the best that you can and also be kind to yourself where you are not so good. That is the way that works for me. Love to listen to every new video from you so don´t ever stop(:-

[@nickkeomahavong01]

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much monika 🙂🙂🙂

[@yourbodyandu]

This helps me get back on track.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful my friend 😊

[@cynthiacox8925]

You truly are helping people I have been going through a spiritual awakening and it's not been easy for me to go through this change no I am not a bad person but definitely could be better mostly in my temper I have trouble calming myself when things are going on that just isn't right and listening to you has helped me and gave me a better direction I appreciate you and your time thank you I look forward to seeing more of your content and honestly I had no clue what Buddha's was about and I'm so thankful I was led to listen.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you so much Cynthia

[@sophietem6515]

Thank you for sharing this valuable information in guidances us.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

You’re welcome my friend 😀😀😀

[@Niko-pi3ks]

It’s similar to Islam. We don’t worship prophet Mohammad, but we strive to be like him and follow his teachings and revelations of the word of God gave to him.

[@maesaichiangrai1228]

Ven. Nick, I'm so intrigued by your wisdom and deep insight. You speak so well, clearly and effortlessly. I have just discovered you as I lie in bed recovering from Covid-19 infection in Mae Sai. This is my 11th day. And I'm much better today than I was when the hospital ambulance brought me from home to the hospital. I am told I have recovered and will be sent home in a day or two. You are so blessed, I want you as my mentor.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 I'm glad you are safe. Please have a speedy recovery.

[@sacdaabdurhman]

"It always seems impossible until its done." Sharing some love with all of you, I believe in you fellow reader you will Succeed💜

[@nickkeomahavong01]

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂

[@WarrenRCG]

Thank you, Venerable Nick. I will hold these teachings closely.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu sadhu thank you so much 😊