A Monk's Guide to Happiness - with Gelong Thubten

Gelong Thubten shares practical ideas from his best-selling book 'The Monk's Guide to Happiness' - to help us master our minds, develop compassion and find lasting fulfilment. This was recorded at an Action for Happiness event in London on 17 July 2019 www.actionforhappiness.org

[@jamesmacdonald5287]

I am 29min into this video, and feel as though I am a man wandering through the desert for two days and just found water. I needed this. My soul needed this.

[@drmarkrieke]

I like to watch at higher speeds like 1.25 or even 1.5 to get through things…

[@sarahmottram3369]

❤

[@osyoso_ilonggo]

Probably you are wandering for two days in a dessert. I just am not sure about the man part.

[@jennyhong6746]

Hope you’re life got more magical:)

[@worldview730]

Then maybe it's meant for you in this moment?

[@mimiseton]

I love his honesty. As Pema Chodrun said: You look at a room full of Buddhists meditating and you think they're all blissfully peaceful. But you're not seeing inside their minds! It's a madhouse in there!

[@diwasneupane282]

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[@amyb7823]

Crazy. I never expected this.

[@sinaedjk9765]

Literally the most sensible explanation of meditation I’ve ever heard.

[@anujmishra2734]

Rsddesfs

[@thecat6876]

Absolutely. So level headed and to the point!

[@buddhaexhumed9922]

Yes, very sensible. As an aside. Perfect. For the last five days I have been meditating near the spot where Buddha's foster mother attained Parinirvana. What better place. Imagine it. All the greats sat around where I sat looking on and helping Prajapati Gautami attaining Parinirvana. The spot is lovely and serene on the banks of the Ganges. Wow. The Buddha watched on, Sariputra and Mogallana watched on, Kassapa, Bhaddaji and the other disciples watched on, Visakha and Amrapali watched on, Theri Uppalavana watched on and helped Prajapati Gautami to have her last bath. The five hundred nuns were sitting around meditating. It took time. I was on that spot imagining that scene through my monkey mind as I tried to meditate. Amazing experience.

[@angelique2653]

I love this beautiful monk..he speaks with honesty, humility. Ive been reading and practising Buddhism for 25 years. Ive survived cancer, my husbands illness, his recent passing. Three years of deep personal anguish! Buddhism has helped me to learn Acceptance. To have Compassion for suffering of others....this lessens my own sorrow. .....

[@fellowshipofthecrown3341]

It may be one of those situations that brings the final sleep. What then what of this after life? It is not a final sleep. It is appointed to every man to die and then comes judgment. I am looking forward to eternity in the very presence of God

[@vijayashreerajasekaran4388]

@Merry Moran, I'd like to connect and talk with you.

[@stellastarlet2012]

⁵ you

[@buddhaexhumed9922]

These videos on Buddhist thought are unique. For the last five days I have been meditating near the spot where Buddha's foster mother attained Parinirvana. What better place. Imagine it. All the greats sat around where I sat looking on and helping Prajapati Gautami attaining Parinirvana. The spot is lovely and serene on the banks of the Ganges. Wow. The Buddha watched on, Sariputra and Mogallana watched on, Kassapa, Bhaddaji and the other disciples watched on, Visakha and Amrapali watched on, Theri Uppalavana watched on and helped Prajapati Gautami to have her last bath. The five hundred nuns were sitting around meditating. It took time. I was on that spot imagining that scene through my monkey mind as I tried to meditate. Amazing.

[@brendanfrain779]

Being able to explain meditation like this is a gift

[@JellybeanHouseNewfoundland]

Thank you so much! My Buddhist reading and meditation allowed me to get out of a deep depression and crippling social anxiety when I was in my twenties two decades ago. Until I started reading about mindfulness and meditation I'd had no idea that it was possible to observe and transform my own reactions and emotions. But recently I'd been feeling stuck, feeling like my meditation and mindfulness were no longer "working." After listening to your talk, I realized that it was because I'd started expecting my meditation to immediately make me feel better when I was in a difficult situation or a depressed mood. It was like I was trying to force myself to feel grateful, happy, and calm immediately when I started meditating. Now I feel "unstuck" because I am simply observing my feelings, sensations, etc.--not expecting anything to change. Now I am experiencing things with so much more awareness. I realize that before I wasn't actually even feeling the water running over my hands or the carpet under my feet. I was only thinking about how much I wanted to be aware of them and appreciate them! It's been incredibly helpful to realize that I was using my meditation practice like a drug to help me get high and that's why I was becoming less and less happy despite having a really good life.

[@seanogorman3617]

This was absolutely phenomenal. This gentleman had me captured with every word. Very grateful to have access to this. May many many people watch this. 🙏🏼

[@bradvine4564]

Couldn't agree more

[@buddhaexhumed9922]

Absolutely phenomenal. Perfect. For the last five days I have been meditating near the spot where Buddha's foster mother attained Parinirvana. What better place. Imagine it. All the greats sat around where I sat looking on and helping Prajapati Gautami attaining Parinirvana. The spot is lovely and serene on the banks of the Ganges. Wow. The Buddha watched on, Sariputra and Mogallana watched on, Kassapa, Bhaddaji and the other disciples watched on, Visakha and Amrapali watched on, Theri Uppalavana watched on and helped Prajapati Gautami to have her last bath. The five hundred nuns were sitting around meditating. It took time. I was on that spot imagining that scene through my monkey mind as I tried to meditate.

[@dejanpavlica9304]

It's such a pleasure to listen to Gelong Thubten, a man who is not only laying out interesting ideas and explaining things well, but is also highly articulate. Very valuable! I feel grateful that he exists and that he is doing what he is doing.

[@jaemeefoxxx1034]

Mee Too

[@buddhaexhumed9922]

Gelong Thubden is unique. For the last five days I have been meditating near the spot where Buddha's foster mother attained Parinirvana. What better place. Imagine it. All the greats sat around where I sat looking on and helping Prajapati Gautami attaining Parinirvana. The spot is lovely and serene on the banks of the Ganges. Wow. The Buddha watched on, Sariputra and Mogallana watched on, Kassapa, Bhaddaji and the other disciples watched on, Visakha and Amrapali watched on, Theri Uppalavana watched on and helped Prajapati Gautami to have her last bath. The five hundred nuns were sitting around meditating. It took time. I was on that spot imagining that scene through my monkey mind as I tried to meditate. One day I hope to take Gelong Thubden there.

[@michellemcguinness2178]

I could listen to him for hours. Amazingly calming and clear. Love this. Thank you.

[@donnagibson9597]

T6

[@dividean]

Ya

[@sampathudayanga6034]

I am very happy to see this Buddhism is not only Religion..it’s a philosophy of nature.

[@marthacain1468]

All are not Buddhists yet all are Buddha in nature, awaiting a flowering of enlightenment...as the wild lotus emerges above it's muddy roots, and blooms ~it's pure beauty & true nature...

[@sampathudayanga6034]

Alan Cogan if you live in forest is same like other animals living in forest but purpose was different... no one can stop death and no one can ignore it .if monk lives in forest he knows what happen to him next and he accepting everything and he knows death very well. Theruwan saranay ( May you triple gem blessed)

[@Ashtarya]

@Alan Cogan There's never 'nobody there'.

[@bakkermaarten007]

Buddhism is only a religion when you are devoted to Buddha. But Buddhism is also a more practical way to liberation then what is recounted for instance in Christianity. Although the same ideas, Buddhism - or rather Zen Buddhism- is much more straightforward way to discovery of the Self. But the ideas were already there before the Buddha.

[@romeenlightenment2509]

@Alan Cogan ..

[@lindadevlin7048]

This monk is a good, articulate teacher. Thank you!

[@ilovelife3487]

I absolutely loved this talk. It never ceases to amaze me how many beautiful souls there are in this world! ❤x

[@juliaskagfjord6207]

I estimate the majority of us are that beautiful. It is just long-term stress dulls certain people and the light becomes overshadowed. I love this teacher with clear advice on how to approach working with the mind. He brings a breath of fresh air

[@patriciasalvo3047]

❤️🤟🏼

[@AlienFactor]

Our Society only wants to lower our consciousness there are so many positive things and good people out in the world we just don’t hear about them to often 🙏🏻🧘🏻‍♂️❤️🧠💭📓🧲💵💵💵💵💵💵

[@kobalt77]

@@AlienFactor My thoughts exactly..... there is a War going on between us being positive and happy, and "them" wanting to drag everyone down and control us.

[@blissfulbaboon]

@@kobalt77 no truer words have ever been spoken

[@Starlightv74]

This is perhaps the best and most enlightening talk on meditation and how to overcome common issues with focus that I have ever heard. It's so - human. Really good stuff - thank you.

[@alladevi428]

Very nicely taught about meditation. This is indeed the best teaching I came across and was searching for this so long.

[@barrydonaldson6061]

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[@velvetindigonight]

Compassion Meditatation 7 Stage Process for Self and Others starts at 40.00 minutes. Big 'take home' you cannot truly have compassion for others till you have compassion for yourself! This talk contains so much honesty, knowledge and integrity............. Thank you

[@varuno7560]

Doest meditation help reduce violence, hatred and crime in our society. Then we as well as our leaders should meditate.

[@diwasneupane282]

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[@acajudi100]

I love my books!!! I am a reader, and I love it, for I am a closet writer from age 15 to my present 78. I keep written, audio and video journals. Your suggestion cannot be deleted, like YT, Tweeter, Story corps,FB etc. If you are not part of the solution, you are part of the problem. You cannot delete the truth, and God is in charge 24/7, and your arms are too short to box with GOD!

[@c.meister8723]

Writing for so long and often is an amazing way to view your growth

[@michaeljohnson3913]

The best, and most practical, talk on meditation I have heard. Thank you!!

[@getoffscottfree]

I agree.

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[@Canyoudigityesyoucan]

'Meeting your panic, your anxiety in a more loving way' compassion for yourself - yes this is so true. Thank you for this talk, its so relevant for people.

[@dinocardamone9586]

I wrote that 1st comment after only hearing a few minutes of this talk, but now after about 25 minutes, I'm absoluely certain he's got a hold of the real roots of the essence of deep long lived happiness. Blessings and smiles to all.

[@breakingcustombc2925]

So glad I came across this video. I watched the whole thing through and watching it again (forgot to take notes). I'm about 1 month into meditating daily (I've had bad anxiety all of my life) and in the beginning I kept thinking I'm doing this everyday why don't I feel different. I was doing exactly what he talked about "The more I want to feel happy, the more I'm telling myself I lack that feeling".

[@martacar564]

I want to thank Gelong Thubten for his English.... I'm Swiss Italian and I'm able to understand all you're saying. Thanks a lot for your simplicity and clarity.

[@eds.8458]

I meditate each morning (& sometimes more). This is one of the best talks ever, thank you.

[@adamberry715]

How long do you meditate for and how has it impacted your life? Any input would be greatly appreciated

[@ruthvidal6466]

I can’t believe I just discovered him! How awesome and useful for me! Will be looking for all of his teachings! Thank you so very much Gelong!!!! Thank u!,

[@dreamangus1505]

We fought so hard for external freedom but we don't have internal freedom - brilliant insight

[@samanthabryant2680]

Meditation explained in the most basic and simple way. Thank you.

[@satsumamoon]

I have a good meditation that I use. Focus on breathing and then notice "this is the body" "this is thought" "this is emotion" and then look for what else is here. What is here that is not those things? I think the reason I find this really good is because youre not focussing or struggling with all those other things.

[@maryegan8763]

I love listing to him,he has a lovely voice ,and he holds my attention.

[@lisamansfieldprofecionalre4050]

I agree 💯

[@beefbaby9840]

I was listening to this while doing dishes and actually started crying when he talked about his father. I have a similar situation in my life and it honestly hit like a ton of bricks, but in a good way. This was very eye opening and I think everyone should watch this.

[@zacouey]

"The mind that thinks 'I want to be happy' is the mind that thinks 'I'm not happy.' "

[@johnrondeau8500]

Good observation things just "are" neither good or bad I tend to think is something beneficial?

[@jagwaniideepakk]

Means i am as it is happy i can be in presence as i it is i find any bit of positive side appreciation any

[@davesnell7783]

Had to go back and write that one down,... The pursuit of happiness is a futile trip I am learning. Just be.

[@johnmartin5240]

Ask yourself am I a god, or goddess. Have I got the ultimate power of producing life ? If yes or no look into these simple questions and decide my responsibilities lye with either your happiness,or the happiness of your creations. Be selfish if no offspring, find happiness in your creations if you have offspring. Then slap your face hard and get a grip of selfishness.

[@diwasneupane282]

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[@himalayanhealthhut6656]

Really wonderful teacher. Radiates the benefits of his sincere efforts to find freedom within over many years. Practical, clear, humble and kind. Thank you very much for uploading.

[@teresadexter9965]

agreed.. Exactly what is needed in these days of virus threat.Thank you.

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[@julievanberkel3058]

Very profound and a very gifted speaker.

[@marthacain1468]

How giving in perfect Dona, to give & receive in perfect love...he seems to know~ the deep needed compassion & share to heal

[@hoaha8903]

Agree! Let’s living a simple happy life! Thank you for sharing around your peaceful and positive energy! Daily Peace, Australia 🇦🇺🌞🌻🍀

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[@seutoonnachiangkhong5554]

My English is not good enough to understand completely 100% of what you've said yet and I'm a cripple. My right leg was broken when I was a small boy making it shorter than the lelf. I can't sit cross-leged. Being born in Asian culture, there are situations and times that require to sit on the floor, so I've to sit one-side leged and will be like that for the rest of my life which makes me feel frustrated about myself quite often. But while listening to your talk and I try to do as what you're saying especially compassiong towards oneself and about those seven steps and I found that I've completey taken out all those frastated feelings off my mind. Now I don't have trouble concerning being what I am any more and I can sit more than one hour at a stretch without feeling a bit of frastrating and pain. Thank you so much for enlightening talk.

[@nunya1bizness510]

Seutoon NaChiangkhong you write English VERY well !

[@karmaissab5111]

Disability- this ability ❤️ you are special

[@christinelamb1167]

Seutoon NaChiangkhong Thank you for sharing! I have empathy for you, because I have a throat disorder which causes my voice to "choke up", and so my voice doesn't sound normal. It has caused me a lot of frustration, emotional pain, and at times shame. After many years of studying Buddhism, practicing meditation, and practicing compassion and love towards myself and others, I have come to accept myself, and my differences. I can now appreciate my unique contribution to the world, and I am happy that you are learning this as well!

[@jeannettestuckelschwaiger5071]

Seuton. You are very strong What a great mind. Congratulations! your english is very good too. Take care !

[@innerworkpodcast9929]

I learnt to give compassion to that part of my mind that was tormented.

[@christopheroagor3236]

He presents Everyday issues in human existence that affect everyone, even monks , it inspires and nourishes us. Thank you !

[@phoebeandkaylee7927]

These guys have found or gained something most of us dream of finding,an understanding of how to be at peace with one self,they spread the word how to do it 99% of us won't give the full commitment required to get there myself included,but hearing them speak always gives me hope that I can get there someday.

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[@somamallika8907]

Guidance is cristal clear, namasthe to you BHANTHE

[@paulstuart7295]

This has changed my life, thank you so much ♥

[@Livelovelaughes]

Great to hear tht❤️

[@shanekasunich9756]

I love hearing him. Very clear when he speaks

[@Aliens-Are-Our-Friends2027]

seems like a legit monk

[@venturiello]

This man is absolutely incredible. Thank you

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[@dark_sunset]

Well there it is, boys. The best youtube video you're going to get about meditation.

[@johnrondeau8500]

One of the best. 🙂

[@TheYanbibiya]

Rubbish.

[@MrOtis909]

@@TheYanbibiya Why is it rubbish?

[@NadavHbr]

No need to rate - it certainly speaks to me and helps a lot.

[@kaygarvan8301]

Totally agree.

[@darrenwalshe8513]

The clouds are thoughts, the sun is always there behind the clouds, thoughts are fleeting like clouds, let them go your spirit is the sun it's always there xx

[@cynthiagayle8564]

A great description of the process!

[@susanwebb]

He is so succinct and so good with description. It has taken me a long time to understand the truth in what he is saying and being comfortable with myself.

[@sunilpurohit754]

17:35 - acceptance and compassion were the key for me. Great talk on meditation - thanks so much for uploading.

[@sheepshearer2705]

1h.04min he nails it 1:04:45 for me. . 😊. Thank you so much for this golden nugget of wisdom.❤🙏🙏 There is no doubt you were born for this role Sir . maybe it took you many years to realize but I hope you definitely do now. Humanity needs people like you. Nowadays more so than ever. Keep up your gods work. Bless you ❤🙏🙏🙏

[@geetanair879]

During this lockdown time we need his more video. Please upload 2020 talks.

[@diwasneupane282]

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[@buddhaAl]

Great job explaining Compassion Meditation or “Tonglen” - "an ancient spiritual method of cultivating compassion for all sentient beings, thus cultivating a direct healing experience within one's own mind. Originating from Tibetan Buddhism, the word “Tonglen” is Tibetan for “giving and taking” (or sending and receiving)" Thanks for your wonderful services in sharing the Dharma!

[@maryostendorf255]

Wonderful connection between forgiveness, compassion, and meditation. Thank you!

[@anilbopche9973]

I have seen the video several times, its so valuable, i want to listen again and again❤❤

[@lorpupic]

Wow 😳 I think he solved all of our issues💜......This is quite remarkable!!!

[@limbenglee]

I like the way he teaches meditation, no failure conscious if we sleep and drift off. I like his explanation of not fighting with mental stress.

[@fabriziotisci7709]

I love this. It makes so much sense and thank to this, whenever I get lost doesn´t feel like a failure no longer.

[@christopherwilliams6148]

What a great man,this is what I really needed to hear in my life right now,thank you so much sir ♥️🙏

[@girlykonnankandy4716]

I love to listen the way of managing anxiety by compassion 😊

[@whatuora]

Best "how to" video re meditation!! I can listen to Gelong all day long!! I resonated with everything he said. I love you Gelong!!

[@vibesgaming6111]

Gelong means bhikku

[@whatuora]

@@vibesgaming6111 and what does bhikku mean in english?

[@vibesgaming6111]

@@whatuora Leterally bhikku means beggar.

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[@prettybird2588]

Mr. Thubten, Thank you so much for this video. You are an absolutely beautiful person.

[@dipikakatyal150]

I really admire the way you address things at cellular level.You dont use the cliche phrases ...and honestly..happiness has become this commodity all are chasing without knowing it's relevance.Gained alot from your talk...admire your work and the way you adapted buddhism and went through the grueling training .Incredible. May you go on spreading love and light. 🌟Cheers 🙌

[@sooranchoi5897]

The best talk on meditation I have ever seen. Very grateful.

[@KarenSilva-id1gh]

Thank you. Listened four times to grasp as much as I could. This really helps. You are living out your calling :)

[@shayankhazaei241]

Wow that amounts to 6 hours.

[@diwasneupane282]

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[@kerrymellett4155]

Really useful talk. It goes beyond the beginner level and speaks to those who are still struggling after years. I really value hearing the struggles and lessons learned from years on the cushion. He distills down the essence of what is really important. Great take aways. Thank you very much!

[@sebzaza1]

So Blessed having access to these teachings.. Buddhism teaching is so practical and powerful. Thank you very much!!

[@mariaparaskeva9421]

This is a beautiful teaching. So grateful to you. Very inspiring and made special by his own honesty . Thank you

[@earthrooster1969]

I appreciate this amazing discourse because I am listening to this when I am ready! Some questions by a few doubters in the end are from a place that they are extremely busy with the logical workings of a busy 'i need to have this now' frame of mind. I have been there and understand this even more. Brave of the speaker to pour his heart out from scratch and still face the doubters with grace. That is what Compassion is all about!!!

[@karimk8551]

Love how he explains it in plain English without too many riddles and metaphors

[@BorisBarroso]

The main problem I have found while meditating was that I was not controlling my emotions (accessing my real deep emotions) I could go and do my meditation every day like a robot without moving and not feel any real changes in my behavior, I did Ayahuasca which really helped my go inside my emotions, Ayahuasca ceremonies can be quite difficult sometimes but it will only reveal the darkness inside you. Meditation helps A LOT during an Ayahuasca ceremony because you understand better your mind. Thanks for sharing I really agree with you about meditation how you should practice. I have only done 10 day retreat courses, I think if we can aid ourselves with psychedelics we can achieve better results if we do it in the correct context, so learning meditation first is huge to improve any experience.

[@sandrakabongo4958]

Very good

[@shawnmolden3353]

Where did you go to try the Ayahuasca retreat

[@silvertrees6326]

Being kind to myself is the point that shouted out to me when I first listened to this talk. So, it must be that I need to be kind to my mind, rather than being angry and impatient with it, because underneath this is really my anger at myself.

[@mizivz]

What an incredible way to explain meditation and the mindfulness process ❤️

[@goddlediddles]

In this video, Gelong Thubten has given me a new way of looking at my meditation practice. I have given up meditation so many times because of what I thought was failure. This is the first time I have heard this aspect of meditation mentioned. Bravo - well done, Gelong.

[@maiket3792]

Best explanation of meditation ever. Love it❣

[@jat1963]

Thank you for this, I found it one of the most useful presentations on mindfulness meditation. This has really helped me with my anxiety and depression.

[@kstang9441]

Thank you Gelong Thubten. Very clear lesson. Buddha came to earth to show us the way to build our consciousness, in this manner we train our spirit to have the strength to resist temptations. Therefore purity as a human and our spirit. Through purifying to the highest level only then we can sit with all Buddhas in Nirvana. That's my understanding of the love n efforts of Buddha came to save the world. Buddhism is not only a philosophy side, there is also a spiritual dimension. I was ever literally been saved from a deadly fall by Buddha Averlokitisvara.

[@gefiltefish2000]

This was prob one of the best lectures I’ve ever heard

[@katd114]

This talk was perfect timing - and answers so much - very real and so profound for today. I appreciate how Mr Thubten helps to unravel some of the handicaps of Western thinking to help facilitate actually coping with learning self awareness and meditation.

[@janineasquith8217]

A lovely clear discussion on how simple meditation can help control the mind to be able to clearly think to resolve negative emotions

[@siyaz]

@Gelong Thubten, I'm very grateful for the information contained in this video. It will bring a lot of ease and gentleness to my meditation practice.

[@gerreddy9287]

Thank you for this video. I've also noticed myself having these self disgusting thoughts when I can't live up to my own expectations with meditation. It really helps enormously to see things from this point of view.

[@Onlinesully]

Gelong is a lovely man and he lives a lovely relaxed life with everything taken care of. Good for him.

[@vpixie333]

I really thank you for being so wise and really know how to connect in such a natural and practical way

[@SusmitaBarua_mita]

Being 'yourself' is much more terrifying than being an actor. Scary thing and relaxed response, can be learned by mindful meditation. Mind can be trained to unlock itself from pain, hurt, clinging thoughts, feelings, behavior through compassion & forgiveness. thank you

[@AlienPrincess555]

This just changed everything! Thank you so much I understand so much more now 🦄👽❤️

[@terrystorey1760]

I am 100% Non Violent......., I often wonder why violence was used when Heaven Smart was the true Art of defeating Medi-evil. Most of us in this World are good people, and all to often the Minority are the problem, Hey IGNORE THEM, and no more problem.BUT! first you have to learn the Art of Heaven Smart, though..be assured if enough of you did Heaven would rule this World and not Hell.... 1st lesson, You are herded and very easy to control because your divided, the Minority divide and conquer, only united can you stand, divided you fall, one and all. 2nd lesson. When you call someone a mug for taking a drug, I ask you, is it the one on drugs, who know,s he,s taking them, or the one who thinks he isnt but is, hey! who,s the mug. [flouride, Aspartame, aluminium, chem-trails, in your food water and air], and these chemicals change personality, character etc, they change your conscious state and lower your IQ levels. It will be hard today to find a human being not effected by a chemical. Everyone is a druggy. 3rd lesson. Once you get to grips with lesson 2 you can move to lesson 3. You use the known tried and proved methods of contacting your higher spiritual self, Soul and source God of course, Allah, different names same Being, [remember the divide and rule lesson, different "faiths" killing each other, everyone killing for God, and I ask you, is Lucifer/satan behind that?.] Once you grasp lesson 3, using the correct drug,s, yoga, all the various systems, the path,s are many, Japa Yoga, Jnana Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Raja Yoga, Kundalini Yoga[but do not try to awaken it, much spiritual, physical preparation is needed over life times to prepare for its awakening]. Karma Yoga. This is obviously internal inner being "work", there,s also the external, we have a deep connection with this planet on a physical level, NURTURE IT, it is DYING. When it Dies you Die. Before moving to lesson 4 let me mention this, All the talk of disaster, end time days, Armageddon etc..What ever lies ahead for this World will hit one and all, face it as one or all will fall. 4th lesson, Get rid of your Golden Rule!, Gold should not Rule your World. Take gold off your alter, stop worshipping materialism and valueing it above and beyond life, each other, Mother Earth. Replace it with the gifting system, everyone work,s say, 20hrs a week to sustain society, with high technology and a sane approach to materialism it could be reduced to 16hrs a week[2 days]. Add the H.I.P.P.I.E. Ideal, Help In Producing Peaceful Individual Existence. Your free to do whatever you want. Unfortunately the "Babylonian Wage Slave System", has been in place for 5000yrs, though everything ends. Everything/. The Babylonian system has failed mankind, your World is dying, utter failure. 5th lesson, Having achieved the first 4 lesson,s you should now be starting to realise your deeper connection,s with each other and will be developing a spiritual strength and bond with one another, once you do this and reach "The critical point of no return", it will spread to the rest of Mankind. "6".....NOW!..Heaven Rules planet earth and not Hell.... 7th. "The Holy War". Her true and treacherous people, what answer from there land, will Mansoul Fall or will it Stand

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[@eamonnobriain8383]

Very interesting talk. Really clarifies a lot about mindfulness that wouldn't always be understood.

[@marthacain1468]

Soto, NZen non desire, frees the fettered spirit to soar, phoenix-like~above the ashes of Samsara...a pure & non judgemental, unconditional, ego-absent~ love

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[@centreappreciation5793]

Epitome of authenticity! Is modern society ready for such honesty? Linguistically, and intentionally, modern society if this opportunity is taken, will learn to foster a better feeling for Self that is well-being with focus, concentratration and will experience a genuine time out! Namaste

[@naphza1]

Excellent talk that’s useful in any meditation practice. Very pragmatic and easy to grasp

[@sujacobs9773]

where can i get info on the Ayahuasca ceremony you mention please?

[@misssnuffy]

Omg.. I love this man! ♡♡♡

[@simonoxley2019]

very inspired, simply by your honesty and confidence - good message

[@Phoenix-tv4gb]

we manifest naturally, all that's needed is to weed out our negative thoughts ... give to others and watch the ripples ..... Amen love God 💝💝💝🕊️ 🕊️ 🕊️ 🕊️

[@PradeepKumar-yh7oj]

The talk is crystal clear, soothing and brings clarity to mind ...

[@barbarawright7159]

Mans Search For Meaning, how true, clinging to the search for joy, happiness s the root of discontent. lovely Dharma TALK

[@mohanvalrani]

Thank you very much for making meditation straightforward

[@AjaySingh-zd6wr]

Thanks Gelong Sir for this Life Changing talk.Today really got to know how people like Mahatma Gandhi,Mother Teresa and Nelson Mandela became great.Through the power of Unconditional Love.You have changed my life thank you so much.

[@Web3WondersUS]

Compassion based meditation 🧘‍♀️ - what wonderful guidance. Imagine the world all with more compassion for ourselves and others. Yes, I can see where our inner selves can change our external energy and make us stronger in compassion and change our world. Very deep and insightful with practical, visual steps for starting and expanding on the journey of meditation 🧘‍♀️. Thank you!

[@PlaceOfAbundance-cv8kp]

As I listen to this beautiful monk putting his words and gestures together so effortlessly without even trying to convince the audience - he naturally connects and speaks to each individual in that room with sincerity and compassion to the degree that he conveys the message in such simple but deep enough - even for me who's watching at home. I could immerse just by listening to him. I feel empowered, nurtured, and inspired. 💖 Thank you, monk, Gelong. Namaste!🙏

[@janelle9493]

I had to learn to accept my thoughts, it takes time and I'm proud of myself for having the ability to be OK with myself now

[@jimtorres1523]

I'm happy for you that you are OK with yourself.

[@janelle9493]

I no longer resist my annoying thoughts I let them come and go. Fighting them gives them more power over your energy

[@ybagga]

Crisp and clear. Must watch for everyone.

[@joanmary11]

Brilliant all this time I thought I was crap at meditating, what a good teacher, he is I would love to spend more time with him.

[@seamyq1]

'True happiness is to enjoy the present, without anxious dependence upon the future, not to amuse ourselves with either hopes or fears but to rest satisfied with what we have, which is sufficient, for he that is so, wants nothing.' Seneca

[@mazbud7588]

A very interesting account of his background, I can definitely relate to many of the issue’s he’s discussed and especially panic and anxiety, I’ve meditated for over 16 years and it obviously doesn’t take the fear and anxiety away as I realized that once I was clinging then it was creating more of a problem. I really appreciate this authentic, genuine and honest talk from the heart.

[@akshaymanta55]

It doesn't take the fear and anxiety away even after 16 years of meditation? what does it do then and does it even help?

[@gwenritch]

One of the best videos ever on happiness, compassion and forgiveness...thank you so much.

[@bendadestroyer]

*The more you think "I want to be happy", the more you think "I'm seeking happiness, so I must not be happy".*

[@TheHoriyoshi]

Thats the good part of Internet, also the spiritual world becomes a village, much much more and more easily available. I am a child of the 60ties, grew up in the 70/80ties...no Internet, no mobiles...I already was spiritually interested with about 18...ey, I had to search (dig deep woud fit better...^^) the libraries etc for books...that was pretty much the only way to find knowledge in these times(without travelling to India, Thailand etc...xd). And now, I sit down in a comfortable chair at home....few mousclicks....bammm...here it is......many thanks for uploading that gem of wisdom

[@filomenalozano9532]

thank you Gelong Thubten you absoliutly right i do that by my self for 12 years and was like that ..but right now is not same anymore..but still learning for happines..Thank you...

[@hemadear2509]

The more I’m expecting pleasure out of meditation, the more my mind drifts towards the unpleasant experiences that I want to forget. My own thoughts are tormenting me. You’re speaking as if you’re reading my mind. Your advice is invaluable to me. Thank you 🙏

[@tsampadi]

Thank You Gelog Thubten for a really succinct guided Meditation and your Profound Insights!

[@simretkriar2101]

Very beautiful way meditation is taught . Thank you from heart !

[@dorothyeastman6080]

Thank you so much for offering a simple and practical approach to meditation.