A Stranger’s Email Got Me To Meet The Dalai Lama

[@YesTheory]

If you could have dinner with anyone currently alive... Who would it be and why?

[@Ruoppo]

You.

[@uroojkhan8612]

ELON MUSK BECAUSE WHY NOT

[@belalmrb5714]

It would be Casey.

[@louyki]

Tekking 101

[@ondrej3398]

Your mom

[@alishah6342]

Imagine travelling 30 hours to ask a question then you become nervous at the moment of asking and only ask "how are you?"

[@alamfirdaus18]

Fine, thank you.. NEXT....!

[@olivereckert2492]

Or like. What did you have for breakfast

[@Matonias]

If he would give an extended answer, I actually think this is a very good question.

[@D3ath3leCtrO]

actually this might be the only question noone ever asked him for real! and not for a simple greeting like *hello how are you*

[@RaExpIn]

There is a video of someone asking the Dalai Lama something like this: "If you couldn't speak your whole life and are suddenly able to say only one thing. What would it be?" And he answers sth. like this: "That's a stupid question. If I'm hungry, I'd say I'm hungry and if I'm thirsty, I'd say I'm thirsty." :D

[@matthemmer7114]

I gotta say thomas, as somebody who has struggled for years with anxiety and mental health issues. Your decision to choose that question to ask to one of the most influential spiritual leaders in the world means very much to me. This was an incredible video, and I really appreciate it. One of the best possible questions you could have asked.

[@SuperHorseman22]

same I have generalized anxiety disorder, but I don't let it define me. You and I are much more Matt!

[@matthemmer7114]

@@SuperHorseman22 much love stay positive.

[@thelovelyhobojackie]

Matt Hemmer i felt the same when i saw which question they chose

[@JasmineBilbao]

when I heard him ask the question, I felt a wave of emotions because lately, I’ve been really struggling with depression & needed to hear that

[@OFNBW]

@@matthemmer7114 And did you hear what he said? Stop being so self centered.

[@nathalykim1263]

I love how yes theory is becoming more engaged with serious issues like this and spreading awareness

[@VivBeyer1111]

Yes, I wish they would also sometimes at least make videos on actually helping struggling / underpriviledged people, like changing a homeless persons life or sth like that.

[@dannylones2159]

new definition of WOKE

[@caffeinated-cereal]

@@VivBeyer1111 no id rather they not. There's tons of people doing that, they can help the homeless person but I'd rather see more videos that everyone is effected by, for example climate change

[@tenz3375]

I agree, tibetan people having a platform like this is helpful to provide awareness of how we are being denied basic human rights in Tibet!

[@Benny_000]

Too bad they didn't talk about the Dalai Lama and his connection to the NXIVM Hollywood Sex Cult.

[@kr8s]

Dear Tibetians you make Himachal and India complete, beautifully integrated in our culture like sugar in the tea. Thank you - random guy from Dharamshala

[@tenzinthutop1228]

Himachal is truly amazing place,miss it

[@kr8s]

@Benjamin Johnson well if you are only going to consider one dynasty then look at Maurya Empire which spanned from modern day Afganistan to Myanmar, China was also split in many states throughout its history just like roman or Hungarian empire. While other countries have moved to democracy China is still stuck in the one person to rule them all mindset. We all know how your financial loan policy is exploiting small countries in South Asia and Africa. Chinese vessels are exploiting the fisheries in S.American coast, also not to mention the death caused throughout the world by the Wuhan virus. So don't claim that the China is the most peaceful country in the world.

[@kr8s]

@Benjamin Johnson you clearly didn't read my comment

[@kr8s]

@Benjamin Johnson what is even high caste democracy? What are you doing to muslims in Uyghur? What are you doing in South China sea? Where did the corona virus originated?

[@kr8s]

@Benjamin Johnson exactly you don't even have the right to criticise your own govt. We do. Freedom of speech ever heard of that?

[@rohandalvi6476]

One day when hes old and sitting with his grandkids, he will be casually telling how he got roasted by dalailama once.

[@andrejjanicijevic234]

He won't need to tell them, they will be able to see. That is kinda scary, our parents generation didn't display their whole life through social media and we are, so our kids will know a lot more about us than we know about our parents.

[@blackaccount1368]

@@andrejjanicijevic234 they won't be spending too much time watching all the videos... But will surely see some most important memories

[@jamief6507]

Tbf, it wasn't just him getting roasted, it was the entire white race.

[@royberris]

@@jamief6507 yeah so we all got roasted by the dalai lama :P

[@marijnr6821]

@@jamief6507 you didn't listen did you?

[@Scooby-Doo24]

I am grateful to India, gave us Tibetans a place to call home.

[@path4122]

U guys made ladakh and northern India almost like heaven

[@anandgupta3055]

we are grateful to dalailama that he chose india to make his home🙏

[@aryaman8519]

@@Jangnono come and see for yourself 😉

[@themaus3847]

David White i can see that you haven’t even gone out of your hometown.

[@Atharva-Kulkarni]

You'll always be our brothers. This is home. The peninsula.

[@juliedamanda9736]

I love how in the beginning of their career sneaking into a Hollywood party was a big deal for them but now talking to the Dalai Lama is just like another cool thing they’ve done like okay

[@Rin-hs7dc]

As a Tibetan, I am glad such a large platform like yours has created a video like this and share my countries cruel history.

[@moonyfoxy876]

Is it true that the rich tibetan of power including the dalai lama had serf that is treated poorly??? Or is it propaganda?

[@moonyfoxy876]

@@Rin-hs7dc :( oh man thats just not right, and do your view on buddhism change at all?

[@Rin-hs7dc]

@@moonyfoxy876 Personally my view does not change.

[@moonyfoxy876]

@@Rin-hs7dc thats soo amazing

[@lobatenzin]

As a Tibetan... Yeh. CCP cutural Genocide taking place Tibet ..xhinjang... Now CCP virus killing whole world... Collapsed.. Haha

[@OhhhCee]

I met the Dalai Lama when I was 2, boarding a plane in my moms arms, we passed by him and I reached my arm out and he grabbed my hand. I have zero memory of it but, I’m still extremely proud of it

[@tenzinchoney4583]

Like your vedio. Your question is good.

[@Boyy675]

Sure

[@dondadda7172]

Yea ok

[@BenzBarkz]

Good joke I liked that one

[@garfild5992]

WoW i CaN’t BeLiVe DaT TrUe

[@hllawilton2]

"What is a question you've always wished you were asked but no one has."

[@mrs1758]

I wish he asked this..now I can't sleep

[@MultiFabar]

Hunter Wilton that would’ve been perfect but we wouldn’t have know the answer to that question

[@TonyRidesDirtbikes]

Dayummmmmm

[@xipherzen]

Quick, someone fly down there and ask!

[@BloodWolfDead]

I reached him, I asked him this question and he answered me "This question". case closed

[@TrailBaby]

"You yourself actually isolated by yourself" Dalai Lama Powerful words to anyone who focuses too much on what other's think of you

[@ttchosank1679]

Buddhism in a nutshell is you control your ego(mind) or your ego controls you my friend hope you have a blessed day you def got the the third eye

[@christophercolumbus9172]

That sentence, hit hard to some parts in me but I am not sure which.

[@tylernagel2671]

Tyler Nagel hey, we have the same name 👋🏽

[@michaelm.1947]

This concept is also part of stoicism. "It never ceases to amaze me: we all love ourselves more than other people, but care more about their opinion than our own." - Marcus Aurelius, Meditations

[@stevethea5250]

@@ttchosank1679 11:11

[@xxenomorph5665]

I'm himachali 50% of my villagers are tibetian. We live like relatives here. We have best bond. They are like cousins to me.

[@rakehroshan5711]

Yeah nice to hear that

[@anaedwards6451]

Do you still live there

[@Kritagya2007]

They are so sweet!

[@DYtechnicalgyan]

I am just curious to know do they know hindi ( please dont hate me i am just curious)

[@akashdobhal3054]

@@DYtechnicalgyan I think Tibetans living in India start to speak somewhat fluent Hindi after the age of 20-22, when they get out of schools to college. Curriculum in most Tibetan schools is in Tibetan language so they can preserve their language. To answer your question most Tibetans of our parents age completely speak and understand Hindi.

[@tenzindolkar9403]

As a Tibetan, I literally cried when I saw the video during 2008 uprising. The feeling is like someone is finally paying attention to Tibet and it’s struggle. Thank you so much for doing this Video.

[@Vishal-]

Tibetans are not refugees, they’re our brothers. -An indian

[@sentamang6731]

thanks :)

[@tenbrown7452]

Thank u

[@Sam-ot8lm]

I am not relevant to this since I am not Tibetan or Indian, but you guys are both amazing! :D

[@rupu4016]

@@ashishgautam7889 what about kashmiri pandits?

[@nandkishorenangre3541]

@@ashishgautam7889 what r u doing?

[@Gaabbski]

The next video will be like: Why yes theory is banned in china

[@noahrudd8865]

Gæpp wait their banned in China.

[@sharafchirag511]

True..😂😂

[@ffs186]

Anyway they never visited China so it's not a big deal lol

[@dannybin663]

Noah Rudd’s Channel it’s cause China has very bad relationship Dalai Lama. There’s all sorts of bad(but semi-true) propaganda about him. His cult-like fanatics burning themselves and causing harm to other people, etc. Ultimately, bad relations is for political reasons. Dalai Lama wants Tibet to be free/separate country, but China cannot allow that because otherwise everyone else(Hong Kong for example) will want to break free and use that as an excuse. It’ll also be a massive headache for the government to deal with. Imagine the chaos that it would cause.

[@cjpearce1407]

@@dannybin663 what bad stuff?

[@mete1099]

"If you put too much emphasis on yourself, you actually isolate by yourself" simply incredible

[@tenzintenzin4253]

Dear Thomas, thank you so much from the bottom of my heart for telling the Political issue and uprising of the Dalai lama in the most accurate way possible. I am so grateful for all your videos, especially this one for bringing awareness to his Holiness The Dalai Lama. I am Tibetan currently living in New York and used to attend the school you visited in India. It brings me joy to see people willing to listen and raise awareness for right causes. Thank you so much once again Thomas.

[@thisisALI.i]

this is my favorite comment

[@youtubeshorts476]

You White People..... You Roasted ...

[@tridhe]

Next video on Yes Theory: We are banned in China because we asked one question

[@kunga1849]

This is probably what’s going to happen though 😂

[@mistylee2107]

Seriously.

[@ImadHadjersi]

F*** the CCP. ♡

[@dorjee9393]

Kunga Nepali bruh what u doing here

[@slappy8941]

In other news, this comment is banned in China.

[@arjundhir8858]

What about this question: “what is the question that you never been asked but want to answer?”.

[@dimong7156]

Nice 😆👌

[@adityasinghbhati9954]

Unique

[@callecobra7376]

Dalai Lama: This one

[@VictorDude98]

"I want to answer, who Joe actully is"

[@popcornparam]

Perfection.

[@tashivlogs3211]

being the tibetans living in india since from my childhood period and also others our tibetans brothers and sisters is only could be possible by our his holiness dalai lama and at the second also great nation like india who is already accepted us like younger brothers .i m also very lucky by watching your videos with my own family and also getting the same blessing from our his holiness dal;ai lama after so many yrs . thank you very much for your wonderful videos .

[@cs-ig8qb]

We didn't accept you... You are us... We are brothers and sisters ❤️

[@tashivlogs3211]

@KaNaK Supports PewDiePie thank you bro .....

[@tashivlogs3211]

@@cs-ig8qb thank you bro .....

[@TejasviSharma-t8j]

We did not accept you, you're one of us. Love from Haryana.

[@syzygy_xv]

India is a homeland to all dharmic cultures. Having his holiness dalai lama ji choose india as refugee tibetan's "dharmshala" is an honour for every indian.

[@Englishteacher542]

When the cow snatched that veggie. All I could think of was “MY CABBAGES”

[@andrea.dandelion]

Yes!! You're an Avatar fan! I love it. This made my day :)

[@wasabi42]

didn’t think of it until i read your comment but yes 😂🙏🏼

[@lio7076]

Trueeee 😂😂😂

[@bendoy4555]

@bLizzolino when Aang chose the toys from the previous avatar is a nice touch.

[@JonathanYax]

@@bendoy4555 Avatar was also the first thing I thought about when they mentioned the toys haha

[@Kandaee]

as a tibetan, it hurts so much to hear that our leader(His holiness the 14th dalai lama) was born in china. he was born in TIBET.

[@ytsuchtixd5943]

Tenzin Kalden yeah, Tibet isnt a Real thing anymore

[@ngawanggyalisen3472]

I agree I’m Tibetan

[@raptors8620]

@@ytsuchtixd5943 he was born in tibet before it was stolen therefore he was born in Tibet

[@yashkritgupta9427]

Yeah, TIBET ISN'T PART OF CHINA!!!

[@Kandaee]

It's okay Chinese, our leader taught us to agree with idiots to avoid arguments

[@jamesdavid6220]

06:33 Guy: “You guys are the most purpose-driven mindful channel on KZbin” Thomas: “And that’s a monkey, on the electrical wire”

[@jillyoungmoney]

James David this dialogue sums up every yes theory video

[@mohammedtammous5832]

IKR hahahahha

[@ashwin3233]

That's very common in India (I live in South, but it is very common here to, they jump from trees to houses to electric poles and what not). We see stray dogs, cats, cows, monkeys (and some people keep food them outside their house regularly, some people keep the food outside if it is leftover)]

[@ro27hit]

🤣🤣🤣

[@blackvipergaming8461]

Guys a few years back i travelled to dharamshala . just as we wore exploring the busy streets dalai lama himself was coming back from a journey all of us bowed as he passed through and for a sec he looked at me and i felt calm. I had a feeling that i cant explained .

[@jihangirastra3851]

Awesome

[@PaulieTheGreat]

I love this video- it made me change my mind from going to Italy to India. After I saw all the amazing animals walking and swinging around like the town is a zoo I fell in love with India. This video was true inspiration. My uncles sister is Buddhist and I truly never understood what they believed until I watched this video. I already called my aunt to make plans after this quarantine is over. Thank you for this video it has changed my life goals

[@mr.5501]

Please give an update on the trip!

[@mayukhchanda5805]

Even before you arrive,Namaste and I wish you a warm welcome. May you find what you're looking for in India.

[@dOVERanalyst]

Watch the Cogito video on Buddhism then. It's funny and nice. They got 99% on Hinduism right. And I don't see why seeing animals in a city is weird for you all. That's normal fo us. Pigeons in every apartment. Tell me about it. Only today 2 pigeons entered our kitchen. Monkeys, cows, dogs, cats, we co habitate. What makes you think the cities are for human alone?

[@Horizon429]

@@dOVERanalyst what do u mean by cogito on buddhism??

[@dOVERanalyst]

@@Horizon429 Cogito is a KZbin channel. Just search Cogito Buddhism on KZbin. They've lovely documentaries on many religions. The one on mine was 99% accurate. So, I approve as an authentic source. ☺️

[@aditishrivastava1051]

Being an Indian, I feel proud that Dalai Lama chose India as his home!

[@sbsid1994]

I hope I get to see him one day.

[@ayushnautiyal3407]

Coz of that we are facing wrath of China till now

[@abhisheknanda9956]

@@ayushnautiyal3407 and we are proud of it. We don't need communist scums.

[@wangdenla4017]

Thank you ...

[@yoyozent]

No! He is in his own land. India has to give the occupied land back to Dalai Lama!

[@Ken-No]

I can see why Yoda was based on the Dalai Lama, as a spiritual leader he’s highly regarded as one of the best. As well as the wise. Amazing video, as a Tibetan this brought me to tears to see his holiness. Thank you 🙏🏼

[@rickshatz3098]

@explorubus Wow, your response is do disproportionate, you have so much hate, you either are a chicom or work for them.

[@Dev-ie1ez]

explorubus no we know you’re wrong. And how is India using dalai lama lol

[@phuntsoklhamo9431]

As a tibetan, Dalai Lama was born in Tibet. and thank you for elaborating the history of Chinese invasion in 1959.

[@mattsgroi3099]

As someone struggling with severe anxiety, his reponse brought me to tears. What a wise and incredible soul. It breaks my heart to learn about the newest Panchen Lama and his family.

[@stevethea5250]

1:57 which movie?

[@byeol5494]

@@stevethea5250 Movie name Kundun ...you can find this on KZbin

[@bixou22002]

@@byeol5494 Great advice :-)

[@paintedbearsmomo8401]

Yes Theory: Dalai Lama, may we ask you a question? Dalai Lama: You just did. Yes Theory: * c o n f u s e d s c r e a m i n g *

[@yanisovicmusic]

Shit this is crazy 😂

[@NICOLE-iz6lj]

PaintedBears MOMO 😆🤣🌺

[@mrmarx009]

Logic

[@sorenkhoi9766]

didn't like, cringe

[@paintedbearsmomo8401]

o u c h

[@maddg7471]

A stranger’s email gave my computer four viruses.

[@lottkroese9601]

Madd Genome this cracked me up😂🥺

[@blackmountain2171]

Madd Genome don't watch too much porn

[@ro27hit]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@anushpulsar]

and made me millionaire lmao

[@userandresearcher1036]

👍

[@muditpathak]

His Holiness is one of the most compassionate human alive. I have met him several times and organised a few of his teachings as well. He surprises me every time with the amount of enthusiasm and energy he has. If his body permits he would work tirelessly 24 hrs a day!!

[@mainpower3380]

I'm Tibetan and I just love finally how one of my all time favourite KZbinrs are spreading awareness on a topic that is hits close to home.

[@bmarshy]

I think what he’s saying is that we’re wisest when we’re children. We don’t care who someone is or where they’re from, we’ll show them love and compassion anyway. But we lose that as we grow up because we’re taught that life is a competition. We’re taught that it’s dangerous to trust people you don’t know or to trust people from foreign places. So if we can hold onto our childhood wisdom, when we’re nothing but pure human beings free of influence, then we can begin to love one another again. We won’t feel like we have to meet certain expectations to be successful or accepted, we won’t feel anxious and depressed when we don’t meet those expectations. He’s saying instead of being taught how to be successful and make money, we should be taught that being childish is okay. Having fun with everything you do is okay. It’s okay to see the world differently. It’s okay to act differently. It’s okay to keep your magic. It’s okay to let yourself be free.

[@kei8791]

It reminds of of the Confucian rhymes, and how it starts. 人之初，性本善 - when humans are born, we were born naturally kind 性相近，习相远 - Even though we were born the same, our experiences and the way we grow up and what we learn are different, thus we grow to be different people. 苟不教，性乃全 - if we don't educate our children properly from young, we will risk overwriting the kindness and purity we were born with 教之道，贵以专 - the way to teach your children well, is to put your heart to it, focus well and teach.

[@akiyahsmyth144]

Had to screenshot this

[@varun665]

Bro this made me laugh thanks

[@Aertheris]

@@varun665 dude...

[@Aertheris]

I had to screen shot this. This is very helpful for our lives.

[@harshdeepsingh4021]

6:08 dear non-indians,that swastika on back is not related to nazism. It is a sacred sign in hindu religion and can be found in many cultures around the world. Unfortunately,it was misused by germany back then.

[@Hippiebyheart]

Also the swastika and the nazi logo are in opposite direction

[@Rico-jd5ly]

@@Hippiebyheart Also Nazis called it "hakenkruez" meaning hooked cross not swastika, it was the British who called it swastika in order to malign Indian culture even more during the forced colonial rule.

[@rs541]

Also it was tilted a bit

[@Hippiebyheart]

@@Rico-jd5ly those fucking Britishers

[@realityjunkie09]

@@Hippiebyheart firangi saale ! Give Us back our kohinoor....

[@louis-pierretessier6297]

You have put the effort to meet His Holiness the Dalai Lama and from my point of view, this is one of the most important event you had in your life. I've been involved with the Tibetan community in Canada for more than 20 years and listening to His Holiness' answer to your question still brings tears to my eyes. Bless you brother!

[@Penguin2791]

Dalai Lama is literally Avatar: The Last Airbender

[@rebbefranco7211]

I was thinking the same, when they show the toys, the toys are the same.

[@roballister5269]

avatar the last airbender is based on some tibetan / daili lama beliefs , but no its not the same

[@Penguin2791]

@@roballister5269 Cool, got it

[@peryxenikakis4879]

Somebody recommended Tenzin Gyatso(Dalai Lama) to play monk gyatso in the live action Netflix series

[@taralewis8460]

Redirect Alljunk The makers of the Avatar clearly said it is based on Dalai Lama hence the fire nation is China so technically it is same.

[@l.mendes547]

That was a beautiful message of the Dalai Lama...I went to India, Dharamsala over a decade ago and it was a trip that changed the course of my life.

[@binaybasanttoppo1643]

Hey bro... I was on that meeting too.. I was in a group of students from Delhi, Indian Institute Of Mass Communication. I just saw this video n thinking about the place Dharamshala because it has soo many memories of my friends when we visited dharmshala, then I came to know that you were also there. I miss the opportunity to meet u THE YES THEORY. Love from India. Love to meet you guys one day. ♥️

[@SEVENPLOVERS]

😊😊😊

[@shivamsharma-gg3iv]

That's how u became a commie??

[@aryanhassan4659]

@@shivamsharma-gg3iv lol what??

[@Yondenn]

Oh my god as a tibetan I am soo proud to see people coming from different countries just to see him and I am also grateful for what you're doing by building a school for the children. Lots of love from the tibetans

[@mazouzoue]

“We all have the same right to achieve a happy life” 🙇🏾‍♀️🙌🏾

[@griseldatorres5590]

Why would someone dislike this video? It actually teaches you a lot

[@thirdegreesmirk8838]

well... he did just dismiss anxiety and depression as symptoms of narcissism...

[@faithfulshadow]

Duh...China

[@youmode562]

@thirdegreesmirk not narcissism but simply trying too hard to be someone that either you want to be or someone else wants u to be (your parents, society, friends). don’t live your life isolating yourself to be someone because often this is the cause of anxiety for young people who try too hard to find their place in the world and try to be successful and rich even if they have to hurt someone or themselves. Just try to help other people in an altruistic way so that you won’t have a self-centred attitude that often leads to depression and anxiety.

[@swoyambhattarai1011]

Nah those are not dislike they are australian likes

[@shayanraj7840]

I'm after youtube's dislike removal.

[@charlierana4420]

I am Indian and I am so proud because His Holiness choice India as he’s Home 👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️

[@starstencahl8985]

charlie rana Well the chinese kindly invaded his homeland and are actively doing cultural cleansing everywhere in their country like the 3rd reich, not much choice to stay for them unfortunately.

[@adrianatgaming8640]

@@starstencahl8985 that's why we need to free tibet!!!

[@dukyab9515]

Man i love indians as well.

[@TenzinGemMi]

Jai hind bharat.... Thank you India

[@vinayak.tiwari]

I am in Indian too, but this goes against what he was saying, we need to start thinking past the concept of nationalism and start moving towards humanism. Jingoistic Nationalism is what caused the World Wars, west Asian unrest, Indo-pak tensions. It's time we start looking forward now. Sunita Williams in an interview when asked how did earth look from up there ? She replied " I did not see any borders."

[@misery13666]

Such a prefect message. "How can people feeling down on themselves help themselves? Help others with less."

[@JCREAPS]

“I’ve never seen an animal so integrated in a city in my life before” This man has never seen a squirrel

[@marygraceheartlein5779]

charles bouchard or a pigeon

[@clairekim3959]

@explorubus Bro, how did you get all of that from a comment on a squirrel???

[@Willgtl]

Claire Kim, he's spamming that rambling nonsense on tons of comments.

[@Willgtl]

Whether or not India is using the Dalai Lama is irrelevant. The Dalai Lama represents an independent Tibet under their traditional system of governance. India is at least somewhat protecting that, not China. China wants him to roll over and accept CCP rule on behalf of all Tibetans. This is all about Chinese rule of Tibet. A right they do not have. I just wonder how influenced you are by the Chinese propaganda machine. Your words are awfully familiar to typical Chinese anti-Tibetan independence and anti-India propaganda. What's next? You're gonna talk about supposed Tibetan "feudalism" and "serfdom?"

[@tseringyangzom1460]

I am sure he meant a big enough animals that can potentially disturb our daily activities outside

[@ayanohanesaki80]

I don't know why but when I hear Dalai Lama's voice, it gives me the vibe that he is actually really spiritual.

[@eieikhaing1999]

The same. When I hear his holiness saying, I feel emotionally spiritual.

[@agarqueen9126]

Aww yea, but he's also a hypocrite. Giving lip-service to nonviolence, but still paying for animals to get used, harmed and even killed.

[@NayanJB]

@@agarqueen9126 What an utterly ignorant comment! Dalai Lama represents d Tibetan community who lives in d mountainous Himalayas, how would such communities survive if they don't eat meat? Stop looking at d world through ur privileged lense & stop preaching indigenous/tribal communities abt eating habits. What people eat is their choice as long as they don't harm any legally protected wildlife/animal. Livestock exist in this world because there's need 4 meat & other animal products.

[@agarqueen9126]

@@NayanJB Pahaha! Ignorance isn't bliss dear. You are not making any sense. What someone eats is their personal choice as long as you harm nobody in the process. Legality has nothing to do with it. 😂 Just human decency. There's no need to harm anyone. Humans can thrive without causing any harm to others. It's really not that hard, don't worry.

[@NayanJB]

​@@agarqueen9126 So r u saying ur ancestors were not decent? And what do ur propose communities who live in cold mountains or deep forests eat 2 survive? Keep ur holier than thou privileged & ignorant thinking 2 urself. You eat what u want, others will eat what they want. Like I said livestock animals exist in d world 4 a reason. Stop trying force ur thinking on others, specially not on indigenous/tribal communities. Are u seriously not ashamed at all of trolling d Dalai Lama 'cause he's not leading d Tibetan community into changing their food habit & ways of life. I mean WTF! Stop trying 2 push ur ignorant vegan extremism in every internet forum, it's doing d opposite of what u intended, alienating & pushing people far away from animal welfare. Maybe try being a more reasonable next time like...try speaking vs factory farming or torture of animals instead of outright vilifying people 4 not being vegan ffs!

[@morrisonben]

“We all have the same right to achieve a happy life”

[@Pulkit__7]

Pursuit of happyness

[@thebreezydoctoraiimsbbsr6773]

It's so beautiful to see how Tibetans and Indians have shared a bond so unique and powerful! And to Yes Theory... Those drone shots of Dharamshala were out of the world beautiful!!! It's great to see you in India.

[@stevvewithtwovs2538]

Did anyone else see “have you ever been in love?” As a question. Like can we be real that would have also been so interesting

[@Jakesterveron]

Love cant be driven by lust or else the mind will be left to suffer

[@murtazashabbir4587]

He would have definitely answered it in a more of a universal love kind of a way. What you are asking about is lust and I don't think they are driven by that. His mannerisms itself indicate otherwise.

[@drake1393]

The comments are speaking of lust but it is possible to feel true love for someone with an absence of lust. What if he encountered someone who challenged him mentally and emotionally and felt that he may want to be forever attached to this one person so they could continue to grow together and spread happiness and knowledge without wanting to be sexually romantic with this person? Also speaking of lust I feel as though he is wise enough to realize that all humans will feel lust creeping into their minds at some point but it’s how you handle that which is more important than trying to ignore its existence

[@tiyasmondal2777]

Idk it might be a little inappropriate to ask...in front of so many people....when everyone is talking about anxiety and looking for peace

[@holygrailed]

I don't think Buddhist monks are allowed to be in relationships so it would've been interesting

[@tsheringsherpa6826]

I literally cried when I saw his Holiness 🥺 tq for the video he means a lot to me

[@Jaaaaaaaaaake]

man that question gave me teary eyes and a lump in my throat, no other perfect question could have been asked. Love you dudes.

[@timvoie2026]

What a great question! The look on your face, Thomas, while listening to the Dalai Lama's response was priceless. You were so present and in the moment. What a blessing of an experience. Awesome!

[@kattsvansberg5531]

I love that they asked a question that’s relevant for so many instead of a question for them

[@homeroleyva9646]

I was literally having a breakdown because of so many things to the point that I felt my depression creeping back in and this really did help. Having a self-centered attitude makes you feel so alone even when you have a family. I literally felt like this video spoke to me and made me tear up. Thank you..

[@CamSmithMusic02]

I'm always here if you need me. My Instagram is @cam.s35 and I'm always willing to help.

[@beldinlov13]

I clicked on this video at more or less same situation like what you've described here. I am happy that through Thomas' video & Dalai Lama's immense wisdom in barely couple minutes, we managed to survive from something so simple yet deadly, like depression. Keep it up, man. We are doing better.

[@highhope8200]

You're not alone, we are there for you.

[@angellacanfora]

Great video! I was feeling extremely, lethally depressed yesterday when I drove through an intersection where a homeless woman of about my age stood with a sign. I circled back around to her and gave her all the cash I had in my wallet ($4). I was surprised by how much that encounter lifted my spirits, I thought "well my day hasn't been a total waste after all." I intend to do more of that from now on.

[@P1PE_Recrt]

👏

[@konkey-dong]

Whenever I feel particularly hopeless, I always try to do a good deed of the day, as it obviously helps others, but it definitely helps my mind too - so much of the time, when I'm depressed, it's because I feel like I've wasted time and/or because I feel I am cut off from other people, but acts of generosity make me feel more accomplished and connected to other people. In particular, feelings of self-loathing and suicidal ideation can often be fended off for a bit by helping others, as it's harder to hate yourself or wish you didn't exist if you feel like someone else's life has been improved by your presence. To anybody else who is suffering from mental health issues, or just having a bad day, I highly recommend doing something altruistic as it not only benefits others, but also yourself. It is so easy when you are suffering to hyper-fixate on your own situation (in fact this often escalates the issue) but thinking about others instead is often a really good temporary cure.

[@konkey-dong]

I particularly remember one day a month or two ago when my mental health was the worst it had been in a while, like dangerously bad, and a homeless woman approached me outside my local shop asking for money for a room for the night. I gave her what little cash was in my wallet and let her use my phone to call her mum, she thanked me and told me I was the first person to actually pay attention to her and we struck up a conversation. I told her it was my pleasure and explained I would have given her the full amount for the room but I didn't have that much money myself as my student loan was late, she understood and asked me about what I was studying, how I was getting on at uni etc. She asked my name and told me if she asked for money again, to tell her my name and that she would leave me alone as I had already done more to help than anyone else, to which I insisted I would still help if I could. I went home to put my food away with a spring in my step and a totally reversed mindset. It's crazy how much of a difference that one encounter made to my outlook that day and since then it's been a policy of mine to help others whenever I myself feel like I need help.

[@jeanier7185]

@@konkey-dong lovely. Recently gave $20 to someone on the street, just after watching alot of youtube videos of homeless in the area. Felt good after that.

[@pasangronaldo5751]

Thanks🙏🙏🙏

[@realestatewithlarissa]

"Altruism is very important to reduce self centeredness and anxiety" 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@adityanarkar25]

You guys are the most mindful, purpose-driven channel on KZbin. Thomas: Oh, there is a monkey on the electric wire.

[@jeansloube5394]

The *ONE* Question he asked the Dalai Lama : *Do you want to go Skydiving on the spot ?*

[@plantz9539]

lol

[@blzt3206]

Matching tats bro?

[@Creepywreepy]

OMFG

[@jeansloube5394]

@Impizen the Meme Provider LMFAO

[@ZinkZoodles]

Blzt what???

[@nadinealkharrat4931]

A question I would ask was “What is a question you’ve never been asked before that you think is very important?”

[@victoria8629]

Solution towards finding a question to ask the Dalai Lama: ask the Dalai Lama which question to ask the Dalai Lama

[@zoebartle2634]

I no its 2yrs ago u guys made this video but the message is clear . I couldn't sleep and came across you guys . And something inside clicked , dal. Lama spoke with such knowledge. Be kind ,caring ,forgiveness and love . Namaste 🙏

[@rhythmswami491]

as indians we feel really blessed to have dalai lama as one of us we just love him .And tibatian peoples are also very much loved in our country

[@BetterIntegra]

"Children, young age. They don't care what others nationality, or other religious faith. Play together" - Dalai Lama

[@Iamseldon]

So proud to be a fellow Tibetan. Having him as a leader and someone to look up to makes us Tibetan very fortunate! #FreeTibet

[@FriedToast]

Stay strong!

[@Andreas16375]

What is going to happen when the Dalai Lama passes away? As the Panchen Lama and his family have not been seen for 25 years but the chinese chose their own Panchen Lama, Are they going to force pick another Dalai Lama in their control and take over?

[@ShailendraSingh-pk1gf]

@@Andreas16375 exactly that's what gonna happen.

[@vareniumyan7889]

Hello you are a tibetian and you dont understand his words. He says dont focus too much on yourself, your culture etc 😂😂

[@annemacleod1421]

The Dalai Lama was so on point…. I heard him speak in Christchurch New Zealand about a year after the 22 February 2011 earthquakes, to family whanau who lost loved ones in two major buildings that dropped to the ground and other damage that day …he spoke about not holding on to grief too intensely because it eats you up and steals your joy,,, feel the grief snd be prepared to move on snd not let it consume you … my summary does not do his sentiments justice. He provided hope when some were still feeling such devastating loss and grief. How privileged you guys were to hear him speak in person. 🐑🐑🇳🇿🇳🇿

[@lucas_e3094]

Yestheory: do a act of kindnes in the next hhours Me: looks a clock Clock: 1am Me: welp that unfortunate

[@Traveller281]

^^^^^^ Me Except it's 3 a.m... So high five, my fellow night owl: we seem to have similar priorities about spending our night, so I hope you'll have a good day today. I'll do something tomorrow when the world around me is awake and get back to you, Yes Theory.

[@sniffingdogartofficial7257]

@@Traveller281 2:10 here. I salute you, boys.

[@sniffingdogartofficial7257]

@{Delete this} Hmmm... Well met, sir. *Opens incognito window.*

[@wcskeleton1388]

Traveller281 ah yes 10:35 am for me

[@CMMaddenJr]

Strip clubs are open. They need money too.

[@Eastlos_alicia]

I was literally thinking about the Dalai Lama when the video of when he went to Bhutan 😲 you are the luckiest person alive you got to meet one of the most important and peaceful person alive

[@kruhstey]

This is way cooler after seeing the movie “7 Years in Tibet”

[@fullmeltphil7717]

LOOOL bradd pittt

[@willumpfirst904]

Yup

[@08TheMidnight]

or after reading the book

[@hannahb2084]

this is way cooler after having read the book! ;P

[@LucaFlati]

Sean Duimstra this is way cooler after you have just been to Tibet after watching 7 years in tibet and seeing the suppression of the Chinese communists on the poor Tibetans. #freetibet

[@beauallen9872]

He always has the best answers. Straight of the bat, no hesitation, always so meaningful. Amazing human.

[@EamsSarah]

I loved the question.... what a question to ask that is a big issue facing many people daily. Response was worth the wait - "Altruism, very very helpful to reduce self-centered attitude that automatically reduces anxiety/frustration". Wow.

[@dhaha7]

is altruism what he was saying? I couldnt hear it too well but that would make a lot of sense.

[@dhaha7]

@don't be politically correct what kind of drugs you taking? can i get some?

[@dhaha7]

@don't be politically correct its all good bruv have a blessed day.

[@andrewfalk9396]

Don’t you love when Harry Potter asks you to come with him to meet dumbledore

[@f.m.p115]

most underrated comment, you deserve more like

[@szonjacook]

Andrew Falk 😂😂😂

[@RahulKumar-iy3ry]

Thats classic 😂😂👌

[@spicykale]

How do they just have drone clearance everywhere they go. Insane.

[@princessof96]

PandaDistrict easier to ask forgiveness than permission

[@timothyharris7288]

Stock video

[@princessof96]

TimothyHarris not at all, hes in the video

[@timothyharris7288]

Well honestly if your filming a video for a large KZbin channel while meeting the dalai lama it's probably not that hard to get drone clearance

[@princessof96]

TimothyHarris now that I can agree with lol

[@RiderRescue]

My work helping people, whom are broken down on their motorcycles on the side of the road, has actually saved MY life. I sometimes even forget to ask to get paid... because my "payment" often is the gratitude I feel from people whom I get to help. I also want to say "thank you" to Yes Theory. Watching you all has motivated me to spend more time finding more and different ways to experience and enjoy life with my teenage daughter. Thank you guys!! Love you all.

[@PSKx13]

He wasn’t born In China, He was born in Tibet.

[@zhangwang1266]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHvXoHiCpq6tb80

[@Niggasinmybuttthole]

@@zhangwang1266 they are paid for their acting

[@Niggasinmybuttthole]

@Leslie Kwok reality hurts ????

[@eazy-cheez-e8033]

@Benjamin Johnson Historically, Tibet has never been a part of China. Tibet was forcibly occupied by the People's Republic of China from 1950 to 1959. China was under Mongolian sovereignty between 1279 and 1368, at which time Tibet enjoyed a “priest-patron” relationship with Mongolia but was not under Mongolian rule

[@eazy-cheez-e8033]

@Peiyu YANG yeah 1700s but I said 1279 and 1368. Learn how to read mate

[@adriansuryacendana4698]

No joke but when His Holiness Started to talk, I was tearing my eyes up. Thank you Yes Theory for the question

[@3amknowsmysecrets]

wah ada surcen

[@adriansuryacendana4698]

@@3amknowsmysecrets who???

[@3amknowsmysecrets]

@@adriansuryacendana4698 somebody that you used to know :p

[@darwinpro464]

Sadhu sadhu

[@realhawaii5o]

Today is my birthday and this is the best gift I could have gotten!

[@Talesfromladakh]

Happy Birthday...stay bliss😃

[@lanbaylina4646]

Hawaii 5O happy belated birthday!

[@Gamingguy-my4wn]

yag u

[@yashkhosla408]

Thanks to Yes Theory, it gave me a spark to know more about his holiness Dalai Lama, what an amazing human being he is ❤️🙏🏼 peace 🙏🏼

[@daishinanami4289]

As a Indian it's a pride that His Holiness Dalai Lama had choosen our country to stay😍

[@BirshanRamzyCaraccio]

um Tibet is next to India thats why... geographically. He didnt 'choose' your country, it was his only option to bring all of his people with him

[@KaranKhannazrk]

Ramzy he could have moved to someplace else all these years but he chose to stay in India so he really did choose to say in India

[@deeppal7008]

@@BirshanRamzyCaraccio We Indians always bn welcoming people from our heart ... It's your tredition ... so pls fuck off

[@nizbaaghi4163]

@Ramzy We call India Aryavatra, the land of noble people. Our culture and way of life is greatly influenced by the Buddhist philosophy. Thus, India the land of origin of Buddhism was a conscious choice not geographical convenience. As a third generation Tibetan, I couldn't be happier that my grand parents chose to resettle in India.

[@pranavpatel3576]

@@BirshanRamzyCaraccio chutiya spotted.

[@heddadybvadskog-nebb5603]

5 minutes in I remembered that TD was in fact a proper monk for a day and that of course he is going

[@atulthakur7347]

Wrong, he is not born in China, he is born in Tibet. Tibet is an independent country & China occupied it.

[@fushouchen3555]

凸

[@Mrshar-dawa]

That's true

[@Mrshar-dawa]

Excuse me @fei long did you ever try to read and listen Dalai lama books and his teachings. I don't blame you but your knowledge is in prison of your government's fake policy

[@toasty6570]

@Fei Long 黄飞龙 Im sorry for you. I hope you can get better.

[@kaysong5712]

@Fei Long 黄飞龙 O.k who created in Tibetan literature and when?

[@janonikyesoyes1429]

That is a very strong message he gave. I hope that this will get spread more in our society. :) A really good eppisode!

[@ChillAF-o5v]

I almost cried listening to his message.

[@Dcldgen]

Idk why, me too dude!

[@Sairafeyah]

@@Dcldgen I did cry >.

[@ribbitskies]

I did cry-

[@itsalsike3550]

@@ribbitskies I also cried.

[@raarast]

I cried as well...

[@aayushroy0609]

Never expected my hometown Dharamsala to be featured on the Yes Theory

[@divyanshsingh6814]

👍 we never expect the good things in life. I'm telling you, all you ever expected was " Man, wouldn't it be cool if yes theory came to my hometown, but I'm sure it would never happen" and look what that led to! Yes theory came!

[@vidhusingh2792]

But we shud have known earlier that they are coming. I would have been great meeting them.

[@kush.sehgal]

Yayy fellow himachali

[@kapoor.priyansh]

I had the pleasure to pick them up at the Delhi Airport! I never thought I would be doing that either!

[@vidhusingh2792]

How did you knew that they are coming??

[@Itheeric]

Now I understand why he is such a highly regarded person; he truely is wise. The answer he gave to your question really resonates with me. I am one of those 'white boys' with anxiety. It's triggered heavily by the way modern society is built these days. When I look at the 'Traveling to the happiest country in the world" and "Travelling to the least visited country in the world", I see beautiful people with a beautiful culture build around taking care of each other. And I think that truely is the key to hapiness. When I look at my own country (the Netherlands), I see a grim place where people just want to use each other for their own benefit. This needs to change, and the movement you guys started is the key to this. Thank you guys

[@JPMJPM]

I wonder, do you think it’s due to unbalanced capitalism? I live in the U.S., and I think that’s our problem. Capitalism is like a religion here. It frightens me.

[@bararobberbaron859]

As a fellow Dutch citizen, I do believe we're more focused on the ME ME ME stuff, and advertising is all based on hoping people will give into their base desires and it's inescapable, I genuinely believe advertising is doing a lot of harm, constantly making you focus on just your (short term) wants. However, I have also met and know kind, generous, gentle people. 'We are all one people', we just live in different areas. Surely there's likeminded people to be found. Either way I wish you good luck in finding your peace.

[@DanceCanada187]

ITheEric I completely agree. I read about this philosopher who lived in a big house with all his friends. he believed that the problem with society is how little time we spend with the people we care about. He thought the key to a happy life was to surround yourself with friends everyday instead of making time for them only a few times a year. Having a connection to other living beings is a big part of having a happy life.

[@suzanne2]

As a Dutch person, who left the country 20 years ago, and recently went to visit, things aren't that bad in the Netherlands. I was very apprehensive going there, but pleasantly surprised. But I guess it depends on where you live and who the people are that you hang around with. Instead of hanging with corporate guys, try some volunteering to get more social, caring and giving people in your circle.

[@mollyxue8536]

funny, if you have depression or anxiety, go seek for a psychologist rather than a fake saint.

[@lekdupjr326]

huge respect and appreciation goes out to you and your team. I am a Tibetan and I was a little emotional seeing this video specially when you guys had a chance to be an audience of His Holiness The 14th Dalai Lama. I can see that how much you guys also appreciate the opportunity. Thank you so much for making this video and I really wanna add too that you guys are doing a wonderful job. keep up the good work and may god bless y'all.

[@tridhe]

I really loved how you guys shifted from just seeking discomfort to global awareness. Tibet has been under Chinese rule for more than 60 years now. There are almost 6 million Tibetans, which is a very less number of population for a country. Due to the lack of advancements in technologies and military power, Tibet was illegally occupied by the Chinese government in 1959 and a lot of Tibetans fled Tibet and came to exile in India. India has since provided shelter to a lot of Tibetan people and we are truly grateful for that. One thing you guys didn't mention in the video that I'd like to highlight is that *Tibetans in Tibet are denied basic human rights and the world is doing nothing about it. Today's HongKong was yesterday's Tibet. Almost 148 Tibetans have self-immolated to protest against the Chinese government but the world still takes no notice. Why do they self immolate? That is because Tibetans in Tibet are denied communication with the outside world so the only way to get global attention to their ongoing sufferings is to self-immolated. * All the Tibetans in exile want to go back to Tibet and live in their motherland and practice their religion. So the Central Tibetan Administration, Tibetan government in exile (India), proposed a deal to the Chinese government known as the "Middle way approach", where we are ready to stay under the Chinese rule but we want basic human rights, we want to be able to practice our own religion. But the Chinese government is not ready to accept it yet. We hope to return to our motherland soon. I hope you guys knew something new about Tibet and its ongoing battle. Please support us. Thank you

[@ThePhilNews]

I actually met him last year in September when he was visiting my university. I had no idea he was even there and just went to the campus cafè and he was just chillin' with some people talking to the students.

[@sarahaluzan]

7:07 no one: my parents: This is similar how we went to school every day.

[@gh.o.st11]

Omg!! I was in a public place, surrounded by professionals when I read this and laughed my butt off!! 😂😂

[@jasonjones63]

So true...crossing oceans and climbing mountains are always present. My response to my grandfather- We did PT in morning assembly...lol

[@AustinHaileySaxophone]

Uphill both ways

[@despremacisialtebalarii]

thank you. guys! I realize there are so many messages to read but I really want you to receive back all the love you are spreading via this amazing channel and project. Thank you for your dedication, stoicism and art. Simply the fact you were invited to ask Dalai Lama a question is the proof that you and your team have a strong voice in this world. I wish you all the best in making this world a better one and inspiring us all to do so. One Love

[@nayma5738]

*i was tearing up once he said ‘self centering’ cause i am suffering through anxiety* 🥺😔

[@Quixoticelixer009]

There are also other causes for anxiety though, for example depression. Meaning it's not necessarily your fault.

[@usagiprincess4387]

Quixoticelixer009 depression could also be caused by being self centered. But I agree that it’s not necessarily our fault. This is the society we were raised in.

[@donnybrook7987]

@@usagiprincess4387 dont blame society. blaming other people/things for your problems is nowhere to start

[@usagiprincess4387]

donnybrook I meant us being self centered is not always our fault since society has influenced us but once we’re aware we can make steps to change and grow.

[@MarikaMeos]

@@Quixoticelixer009 depression is a choice

[@heddadybvadskog-nebb5603]

TD: "I wrote down 'what's your favourite colour?" Thomas: confused and horrified

[@tenlhasinor]

We tibetans used to say that holiness fav color is green! Cause green symbolysis nature and he loves nature!

[@gigilanny2826]

I swear I started crying when he started answering the question.

[@VivBeyer1111]

I love makeup too.

[@taylorhart5776]

Me too

[@The-fy2yn]

pussy

[@LEKA271276]

Me too, can't explain why. Just this wonder of emotion

[@tomtellem]

I think most of the people here don't realize what it means to get get your question answered by Dalai Lama

[@amongaimchen5017]

I’m glad to come across this video since I also met His Holiness in the year 2019, and believe me, I already feel like I’ve achieved something in my life meeting him 💕🌸

[@Frustrated.Indian.]

Did I really see Air India? You guys really are stretching the limits of Seek Discomfort.

[@vatsal9005]

Lmao It's spirit airlines of india😂

[@shivi4153]

lmao facts that airline sucks

[@pawaratharva6371]

@@shivi4153 and that's the fax.

[@swapnil3718]

@@pawaratharva6371 I travel regularly in india and air india is much better than other flights like go air, indigo and shit that's for sure.

[@gyaan_gomti]

This is the same air India that got millions of Indians back to home when no private airline was ready to do that during COVID !!.

[@tenneo6298]

As a Tibetan ......Thomas I must say you did great out there and the introduction was very good

[@卂乙卂乙乇]

Everyone is talking about the video but no one is talking about the advice, I loved the answer he gave.

[@aryanyadav3690]

That's for showing our story to everyone... Love from Mumbai, India 😘 Hope soon #FreeTibet 🙏🏻

[@azuredragon633]

Yes Theory next video: I went Sky Diving from 10,000 feet with the Dalai Lama

[@graphaite9876]

Imagine he got there and someone asked his question right before him and in front of him lmao

[@menjurusmen512]

well, thats why he prepare several questions. but that would be a nice plot twist for them. lol

[@outdateduser7036]

Impromptu discomfort

[@kryse4806]

"fuck we have no backup question" "so whats..your...favorite lego bionicle?"

[@rebbefranco7211]

that would be luck, now he has his question answered and the oppurtunity to ask another one.

[@ss-lb1ss]

Ok so I'm in bed and I'm not looking my best but why do I feel like I need to sit up and be proper when the Dalai Lama was speaking

[@amoghlakkanagavi10]

I literally just did that. I was half devolved into the couch, just snacking and felt like i should sit up straight.