Conversation with an American Monk | My Life as a Monk

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Which part of the interview resonates most with you? Timestamp 0:00 Intro 1:40 Adjustment period 3:04 Hair shaving 5:05 Forgiveness ceremony 7:18 Ordination 10:07 What it means to wear the robes? 12:20 Monk daily schedule 13:58 Why is cleaning important? 16:30 Relationship with brother monks 18:04 What was most difficult? 19:57 Hierarchy 21:34 What habits did you change? 22:52 Less is more 24:14 Happiness vs. contentment 27:26 Stillness is the key to success 29:31 Meditation experience 31:05 What is meditation? 34:32 Chanting 36:00 Advice for new beginners 38:56 Journaling 42:44 Tips & wisdom 45:44 Wish for the audience 47:13 Question for Luang Pi Nick

[@bridgetjagusch8918]

When you have less you worry less... and can appreciate the more simpler things in life with a smile... It makes me think of the people that live the minimalistic life found out that this is true... The beginnings of being a monk starting out with two robes ... That part resonated with me

[@juliaangelicaa5395]

For me it's peace and Contentment. One don't need much to be contented in life. Sometimes the less we have, the better. Just having basics should suffice ☺️ There are some people who have and can buy anything their heart desires but I feel like.......... The more we have, the more we want. The more we want, the less contented we become. What a great interview Ven Nick. Thank you once again for sharing ✌🏻

[@CranberryGraves]

Hair shaving. I'm a barber. Hair is my life.

[@danielafurlan322]

All of the interview. Thank you so much!!! And my condolences on the pass of Monk master Thich Nhat Hanh. Just found out about it. 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@dhamma0728]

Less is more

[@wphmusic]

The difference between realizing and feelizing. Love it!! 💙🌟

[@darciarch3385]

Yes, I love this too

[@law2859]

Listening to Pete at the beginning of his journey was inspirational and filled with ethusiasm. It also highlighted how far you have come on your path Ven. Nick...esp. the sense of calm and inner peace that radiates from you! Now Pete is on the same journey and it would be wonderful to check in with Pete's progress from time to time along the way to watch his spiritual growth/transformation. Thank you Nick and Pete for sharing. Namaste. Linda

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu sadhu 😀😀 thank you so much Linda. Hope you are well.

[@ofm9720]

This bhikkhu is thoughtful and intelligent. Seems far older intellectually and spiritually than 26. I'd like to see more of him.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu sadhu 😀😀

[@marlenerichardson4429]

Please could I ask what is the meaning of bhikkhu?

[@happytraveller8953]

@@marlenerichardson4429 it means he is an ordained Buddhist monk. There are also bhikshunis who are ordained female monks.

[@marlenerichardson4429]

@@happytraveller8953 Thankyou for this information. I didn’t know women could become monks. I always thought it was for men but of course it makes total sense that some ladies would want to follow Buddhism. I’m a catholic but seem to have turned to Nick for some peace and knowledge. It’s hard to describe but I have an inner peace when I watch and listen to his words. x

[@kosmicblue478]

@@marlenerichardson4429 Yes, women can become Buddhists nuns, and they live in a nunneries

[@mmmfun77]

I feel deeply nurtured as I savor every video here on your channel. I feel blessed that I was led here awhile back. This was an incredible interview. I definitely need more focus on methodical , continuous cleanliness. Thank you for being true to your calling and your REAL life’s work. I am inspired by you and your fellow monks and will continue watching….. ♥️ from Phoenix, Az. Michelle

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful Michelle! I’m glad it resonates with you. Glad you’re here with us 😀

[@jens6754]

Thank you, Nick. Thank you, Pete. This was lovely! The word I'd use to describe the happiness that comes from a meditative practice is "ease". When I can sit amid life's troubles, and remind myself to be at ease, then I feel truly happy. 😊

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Thank you Jen. And that’s a beautiful word to describe it 😀

[@sebastiank9175]

they all suddenly looks so wholesome and handsome with the brow and hair shaved clean ! its the first buddhist practice of "letting go "and impermanence

[@mpgibson6342]

Thank you Luang Pi Pete! What a wonderful sharing. As I sit in my little home in Canada, with snow falling outside, I feel grateful for your words. The gift of the pandemic for me has been: being forced to isolate, slow down, and consider each moment as a gift as I grow into being. I wish you and Nick peace, contentment, happiness and inner growth in 2022. 🌿

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu sadhu ☺️☺️ thank you so much Mary. Canada sounds very peaceful.

[@mpgibson6342]

@@nickkeomahavong01 I do like the snow. It quiets everything and brings a pure quality to the landscape. Tonight I am watching your film “A Simple Life” - it is so beautiful and relaxing to watch. Thank you ❤️

[@amricelesteinterviewcoach]

This was so enjoyable, I felt so peaceful watching this, thank you!

[@feebling78]

Great interview. A new monk, but experienced soul. Looks like him becomes a monk long time ago. Thanks Nick.

[@joon4599]

As a Buddhist, born and live in Thailand, and as a practitioner myself, this is one of the best and most practical guidance so far in learning and understanding the wisdom of Buddhism, Sadhu LP Nick.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wow sadhu sadhu. Thank you so much 😊

[@shelly6176]

This interview was wonderful. Many things Luang Pi Pete said made me think of things in a different way. Thank you for posting. May you have a peaceful day. Namaste 🙏🏻

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu sadhu 😀😀 thank you so much

[@alicedent8864]

This was a wonderful interview. Your questions and Pete’s answers all resonated with me. I struggle with meditation because of my “monkey mind”. I know these thoughts are my creation, and that’s the part that bothers me.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu sadhu 😀😀 thank you so much

[@claudiacorsetti4320]

Hi Alice, like you I have a ' monkey mind' which doesn't seem to be able to be quiet or still! This makes my attempts to meditate rather challenging every single time! I haven't watched these videos yet.....are they helpful with our ' problem'? All the very best to you 😊

[@robby3499]

@@claudiacorsetti4320 What helped me was Thich Nath Hanh's advice. Don't try to suppress your thoughts, just acknowledge them and let them pass. I do this very literally by saying in my head 'i'm thinking about this subject' and than try to meditate again, but you just have to find what exactly works for you.

[@Rdot19]

in vippasanna monkey mind is used in meditation. You should just clearly see what thoughts and feelings come by and be mindful all the time. This is called sathipattana meditation.

[@essay7425]

My best wishes for Pete, and thanks to him for sharing his thoughts and experiences with us! And what a wonderful answer you gave him at the end, Nick, in each and every aspect. What resonated most with me was, that I want to learn to respond in a way like this way to people who turn to me asking for my advice: to first of all appreciate this person, and to state this person‘s value and what is special about that person, and what good that one brings to other people - and to communicate my advice from this basis ongoing. It was like a blessing for Pete and really impressed me. And I think I could see in Pete‘s face what a gift your reply was to him and that he was moved to receive this appreciation. I was moved, too.

[@marimarlotus7413]

Hola Ven. Nick! I just watched the interview of your guest Luang Pi Pete and it was so beautiful and profound.. I love every part of the conversation and especially his insights about realizing and feelalizing by practicing it through experience. Also I love how he analyzed beautiful and gave insights definying the true nature of emotions!!! I felt that he is in the right path since he practiced from an early age meditation because his spirit and soul knew it inside. He has a fresh, enthusiastic, spontaneous view in the monastic life and I believe that with the support of the community will become wiser!!! Wish you both Stillness!! Love and blessings to you and the brothers Monks ♥️♥️♥️🙏🙏🙏🎊 thank you for sharing this amazing content with the world!!! Sadhu Sadhu 😊🙏❤️❤️🎊

[@shrutijoshi553]

Good morning to all dear people 🙏💐From introduction to wish for audience , every part depicts it's importance. This journey is so pure that we can rarely differentiate. I like this journey from childhood.. Calm, serene mainly pure. Purity is essence of the life. Sudden departure of Ven. Tich Nhat Hanh - father of mindfulness, made me little still.. But..Anicca vat sankhara uppad vay dhammino 🙏💐 I read many books of him & contemplating on those honestly. Renunciation certainly gives more happiness as there is no grasping or craving for anything. When mind is free from craving, it finds serenity & purity everywhere. Take care you all kind people. With lots of Metta to everyone 🙏💐 Namo Buddhay 🙏🌼

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Beautifully stated. Sadhu sadhu 😀

[@lisabendit189]

Wow, this conversation was so impactful(!) Thank you both so much for sharing yourselves, your gifts with us/me🙏

[@frommetoyou3262]

this conversation was so wholesome. thank you so much to both of you for sharing your wisdom and experiences. the last message , what you said Nick "depending on how much impact you want to have, to change the world...depends on how much you want to change 'YOURSELF' " that just blew my mind. a whole *light bulb* moment

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu sadhu 😊😊 thank you so much and I’m glad that message resonates with you

[@genuinehearts8247]

What a lovely interview thank you for sharing especially the part about just being and kindness. Best of luck of your journeys.

[@tutubo1954]

Thank you very much.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@Pvongvisay]

That was a great perspective about his life journey to the monastic. Even the mental challenge that he faced during meditation was very helpful for the lay person to understand. Thank you!

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Yeaaaa. I’m glad it was helpful 😀

[@AnrupB]

I relate to his view of happiness and having/being/doing vs. simply being present and letting go so much! Truly is magic for my health!

[@sjferguson]

Ok. Realizing vs Feelizing is definitely going in my practice journal 😂. Thank you so much for sharing his wonderful perspective.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful. Thank you so much 😊

[@maralynfarber2068]

This was so deep and beautiful. With much gratitude and blessings, Maralyn❤️🙏🌹

[@vhoy7899]

I use the word joy. In this moment, just to be in this space, and hearing you both speak, I feel joy

[@happytraveller8953]

Love this. Now that I have watched the whole interview, I'd love to know what he misses about his pre-monastic life: does he miss being able to hop in a car and head to the mall? Does he miss channel surfing? Does he miss hanging out with mates at a local pub or restaurant? Excellent video; thank you! I know we all can't be monks because then who would be doctors, lawyers and nurses or teachers or builders or chemists, but there is something to be said for a much simpler lifestyle... and without the worry and stress of money...

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Great questions

[@RootofEvilify]

Hi Nick. More videos like this with different monks :) Wishing all the best.

[@jo-annharvie9411]

There is still so much to learn and experience in this life. Finding contentment in the simple lifestyle is a welcome relief and a goal worth achieving.

[@brokenraven1010]

Namaste Nick, I totally see you doing your life purpose! I am so grateful for all your work and all information you are giving to us! It is so precious! For months now I feel called to become a nun and your videos are helping me prepare for it and declutter that excessive fear! Thank you. 💜🙏

[@zacharyjackson7584]

Wonderful interview and I can already tell a wise young 1 month old 😉 monk. Thanks for this

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Thank you so much 😊

[@susanswinny588]

Nick - a truly inspiring conversation. Your guest was a wonderful choice - articulate, sincere, open, and honest. As you pointed out at the end...it's all about working within one's inner world in order to make a difference for others. Mindfulness relies on cultivating sensitivity and introspection, and is challenging to communicate to others the benefits of meditation, the purpose of monastic life and why it's worthwhile. Thank you for caring enough to explain. You do a good job of it.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Awww Sadhu sadhu ☺️☺️ thank you so much Susan. I’m glad it resonates with you. Hope you are well.

[@iceydaywalker9198]

Nick- you are wonderful! It's such a gift that you've made monastic life visible and accessible (even admirable) to many people. That's one benefit of the Internet haha. Also, Nick, I would love to visit you sometime. I'm going to south Asia ASAP (likely end of summer/start of fall 2022) to check out some monasteries with the prospect of ordaining if I like my experience at one of these places. I may plan a visit to your place here, too! I'll reach out. The dhamma resonates so strongly in me.. stronger than anything else in my 25 years of life! Thank you, thank you. Peace

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Beautiful my friend. Yes that would be great. Feel free to visit us or join our retreat program at the papae meditation retreat in Chang mai. Www.papaemeditation.org

[@HomemakerDaze]

So glad I watched this thank you both

[@nickkeomahavong01]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@Deadsea_1993]

I love your master's quote. I think it means to not be so reactionary to change and so if you aren't as reactionary to things that you will be successful cause whether good things or bad things happen, you will welcome them with a smile.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Thank you so much

[@ngounchantha792]

Waship to both venerable monks 🙏🙏🙏🌹🌹🌹

[@psiioveyou2931]

Thank you for your videos-it really shed light on me - from the monk life experience and valuable endless lessons- ❤ thank you for sharing 🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️😊

[@a.mie.533]

To me he already is a genuinely cultivated, friendly, sophisticated person - let alone what he might be five or ten years later if he continues his spiritual path ... And your advice at the end seems to be so true and important ...

[@maylee9743]

You both are so peaceful inside out.

[@zakki5630]

It was very helpful to listen to Luang Pi Pete's answers. I found his struggles quite relatable, and It's nice to know that even monks struggle with meditation and adjusting to a new lifestyle.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu sadhu ☺️☺️ thank you so much and yes the adjustment period does take some time.

[@JaredWillis1998]

Much respect nick my idol ❤

[@christinecortese5477]

Love this!!

[@olivermatias2349]

Lovely interview - thank you so much both and best wishes for 2022 ❤️😊🙏

[@claradontcara]

This channel is so amazing. thank you.

[@pamburton9090]

What a lovely interview! Realizing/feelizing.... how profound. 🙏

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu sadhu 😀😀 thank you so much Pam

[@vhoy7899]

Thanks for the motivation on meditation. I find it difficult. So it's great to offer your own insight

[@rebeccamackinnon97]

This lifestyle is of great interest to me 🙏❤️.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

😊😊

[@caroleb2750]

This was absolutely wonderful! Thank you 🙏🏻

[@nickkeomahavong01]

You’re welcome Carole 😀

[@debbiereid7175]

I just recently came across your channel and am grateful that I have. This was a great video! I like the idea of journaling the meditation experience.

[@Moonbutnosun]

Realizing vs feelizing!!! Love it

[@theoldaccountthatiusedtous6767]

I struggle too with the storylines! Something that helped me was to learn about my nervous system, and learn that these stories we tell ourselves, start out as a nervous system state. We experience something and then it becomes a story, so if I'm feeling safe and connected it becomes one story, if I'm feeling agitated it's another story, and if I'm feeling blue it's another story. So following that, this story I'm telling myself can't possibly be objective. My experience is real and it matters and I can learn something from it, and I need to make sure not to be dismissive of it (which is an issue for me), but I can acknowledge the fear without buying into the story itself. This took a while, and it was through therapy not Buddhism, but honestly the two are similar :)

[@elliejurich9461]

such a beautiful interaction

[@kailitama34]

This is a great interview! Thank you, Ven. Nick! For me it is so hard to break the habit of excessive thinking. It was very interesting to hear that this brother monk sometimes deal with the same struggle. Is it possible for you to share a conversation between you and the nepali monk in your documentary about the simple monk life? It would be interesting to hear his story, too. Greeting from Germany, please stay safe 🙏😌

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu sadhu 😀😀 thank you so much kaili. I’m glad you enjoyed it.

[@jacquelinedinmore4018]

Thank you

[@nickkeomahavong01]

You’re welcome. Thank you so much.

[@thantalus77]

Nick is an inspiration

[@pgraja5767]

very good video, very positive vibes, humility, wonderful

[@veekay6142]

He is only 26 and I cant belive he speaks confidently and better.

[@avinashpawar51]

This helped me a lot. Thank you

[@thanaang1455]

I hope you can have more interview of the new monks.

[@5uicune]

This is wild... I have long hair now, down below my shoulders. I can relate to him, I like this guy.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

😊😊😊

[@5uicune]

@@nickkeomahavong01 quick question.. about how much should I save to make the move?

[@MaroonedInDub]

The night noises, frogs, night birds, insects etc. That's not being a monk. That's Thailand. Here, back in England, the nights are silent. So uncomfortably quiet. No life noises except maybe occassionally distant traffic. I use ear plugs to block out the silence.

[@arjunsinhparmar908]

aamezing conversation

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu sadhu 😀😀 thank you so much

[@vhoy7899]

Thich Nhat Hahn says we have to stop running... to me it means be still. My understanding of that is sometimes we have to mentally slow down or stop/ or physically stop

[@hengsiewgin8524]

Intensive retreat in the monastery,that was 30 years ago Sadhu🙏🏻Sadhu🙏🏻Sadhu🙏🏻

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu sadhu 😀😀 that’s wonderful

[@madhurimamukherjee4823]

Budham Saranam Gachchami , Dhammam Saranam Gachchami, Sangham Saranam Ghachchami 🙏🙏🙏

[@vhoy7899]

Nick, I missed you. I had to come looking for you

[@poetryjones7946]

Thank you for this , a wonderful, useful video and I hope to hear more from this monk. I’ve just subbed to your exceptional channel 🙏🏼🦋 I am looking at Buddhist nunhood but more and more it appears I’ll have to restart in different school than Theravada as they do not accept the ordination of women. 😔

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu sadhu 😀😀 thank you so much. There are many programs for nuns in Thailand for the Theravada tradition. You just have to do research. It may be difficult to find because most of them will use the Thai language.

[@johnnyralphbedi]

Since my teenage I wanted to be a Buddhist monk. I don’t know why but I always felt gravitated towards Buddhism. In fact my mother also told an incident, when I was 1.5 or 2 years old and she took me to a Buddhist monastery just for a stroll or something and I lied down in front of the statue of Buddha on my stomach. No body taught me that but I did it. So basically I was always inclined towards Buddhism. I don’t fortunately or unfortunately I couldn’t become a monk because of my family responsibilities, but I wish I could. I also think that may be someday later in my life I will become a monk. Rest time will tell. 🙏🏽

[@thanaang1455]

Very good wish

[@MaroonedInDub]

Who tends to that lovely lawn you are sitting on?

[@sidharthpadhy4821]

Thanks both of you for this thought provoking insights. My question is how to inculcate this teachings rather this lifestyle without getting ordained? Actually not everyone like me can afford to join a monastry or be a monk. So what ll be a good family life equivalent to this lifestyle?? Please reply in a video which ll be much helpful Thank you

[@nickkeomahavong01]

If you can, integrate the 5 or 8 precepts, give and meditate. This is the pillar of Buddhism

[@happytraveller8953]

One last question--would love to know how Pete came to choose Theraveda Buddhism instead of any of the other school of Buddhism (Zen, Mahayana, etc.). What was it about the program you went through that especially spoke to your heart and you realized that 'yep, this is home'...

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Great question

[@vhoy7899]

At 26 he is very enlightened...

[@SudheerKumar-w8s]

🙏

[@nickkeomahavong01]

😊😊

[@komaladvani1527]

Can you please make a video to guide us for those who wish to start a buddhist practice at home. Like a routine. What all we should do. Steps. Please.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Thank you for the suggestion.

[@harkhashakya4892]

Wandana wandana wandana sadhu sadhu sadhu.

[@compassionlove2637]

Sadhu Sadhu Sadhu

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu sadhu 😃😃 thank you so much

[@emma9sachi]

❤️

[@nickkeomahavong01]

😊😊

[@bodhisattva298]

What time do you wake up and do you meditate for 10 hours a day?

[@nickkeomahavong01]

We typically wake up at 4:30 in the morning and the amount of meditation depends each day

[@vhoy7899]

I am female and I always thought of shaving all my hair but I'm always concerned of how I would look ... I'm trying to work through that

[@happytraveller8953]

Good evening, Venerable Nick and Venerable Pete; many blessings to you both. I really don't mean to sound like a wet blanket, but I have a ton of nuts-and-bolts questions about joining an intentional community such as a monastery. I know plane rides from the States are long and expensive; surely you can't just hop on a plane and fly to the other side of the world and join a monastery, can you? What kind of financial preparations do you make prior to joining? Do you have to sign over all your assets to the monastery or can you keep your US accounts open 'just in case' you need to fly back for whatever reason? Are you allowed any spending money (for small personal things or gifts to friends/family back home)? who pays for postage? Who covers your health care, prescriptions or eye exams/glasses? I know you get food during alms rounds, but what if you have food allergies and cannot eat what the lay people have offered? Is it rude to not accept their offering? What if you are a diabetic? Are you allowed any 'down time' to catch a movie or go to a museum, or do you have to 'monk' 24/7? Are you in prayer or meditation ALL DAY??? Do you ever get to 'play'? Sorry for the myriad questions, but a monastic life fascinates me. Part of me would love to do this but I have been told there are age limits to novices and that I am too old. That, and I cannot sleep on a hard floor or I would never get up the next day...thanks in advance and well done to you both!!

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Each monastery and each person’s situation is quite different. It’s best to contact the monastery directly.

[@VinnyBully]

Thich Nhat Hanh died, rest in piece, he was inspirational..

[@TRitwikS]

Hey! Can you do a podcast with me i shall be very happy to invite a monk on my main episode so can you do a podcast with me plz and plz tell me where we can talk about this

[@donaldsimons2429]

Hi, Nick. What was Lp Pete's occupation before becoming a monk? Are you at liberty to say? It sounded like he was a psychological counselor like you. Enjoyed the talk you two had.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

I believe he was a counselor… I’m not 100% but definitely in the mental health field

[@shooob]

Does anyone know the name of the book @ 35:21 by any chance? I'm hoping that I can find it online but not having any luck with just the book cover and no title. Hoping someone recognizes it. Thanks!

[@Happy-Family9999]

🙏🙏🙏

[@nickkeomahavong01]

😀😀

[@anna7276]

This might be a silly question, please excuse my ignorance, but can women be monks? Or can they at least have a monastery experience like you brothers, or is there some sort of version for females? It would be amazing to experience something similar and be able to meditate etc. Thanks for this video ven Nick, was lovely!

[@Cosmic_24]

What an amazing opportunity to meditate all day. I only meditate for 20 min each day and I feel so good! Thank you for the video! :)

[@MaroonedInDub]

He says that there are minor disagreements. I'm wondering what the disagreements could be about. I don't see much to disagree about as everybody is doing the same set daily pattern. Unless somebody else wants to clean the toilet but he won't let them? What could cause a disagreement?

[@lindhorstellie]

Man! I could not shave my head cause like razors freak me out

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Yes it can be scary at first 😊

[@filipg9950]

Very interesting conversation, interesting thoughts. To be frank I do have the same feeling more often, less things in term of goods, less things to take of or to worry about. Things require attention and work. Is it the proof of me being lazy ?😁 Only one question - how do you deal with sex drive? Best regards. Peace.

[@slimturnpike]

One month and already has Luang in his title lol never happen anywhere else in Thailand. Other than that little bit of hubris, this is obviously a good project. Sadhu sadhu anumodhana

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Interesting

[@ajohnsey]

Thank you 🙏

[@nickkeomahavong01]

You’re welcome 😊

[@foxmacnamara8809]

Super informative Nick! Your brother monk here seems like a genuine and happy person. Thank both of you! Thank your brother for his time from me too! I bet he feels great having completed his goal to sit amongst you Nick! 👏🏻👍🏻🙏❤️

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Aww Sadhu sadhu ☺️☺️ thank you so much. It’s always wonderful to be able to meditate together.

[@harkhashakya4892]

Wandana wAndana wandana sadhu sadhu sadhu.

[@dominiquetheeasyminimalist]

The world lost an amazing spiritual guide in the past week, Thich Nhat Hanh. May he rest peacefully, and may his life and teachings continue to inspire the future generations 🙏🏼. Thank you Nick for the goodness you bring to this world. Your video on the holidays touched me and resonated deeply, and even if you and your brothers are so far away, for a minute I felt your good vibrations. Sending all of you warm hugs from very cold Montreal 🤗. I loved your brother’s expression “human being, not human doing”!

[@chilldragon4752]

Thank you to Thich Nhat Hanh. I was glad to see different Buddhist traditions come together to pay their respects to a great teacher and person. Also thank you Nick🙏

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Thank you so much and Yes we definitely lost an amazing spiritual figure this week.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu sadhu ☺️☺️ thank you so much

[@jnnschnll9008]

Really? I didn't know this, now I really want to cry. He touched my soul with everything he said.

[@tashuntka]

Agreed.... **sighhh** News comes slowly to my hermit existence 😪😪💛😪😪

[@adelawu8651]

This conversation feels warm and down to earth and full of wisdom that I can resonate with. ❤ Thank you.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@lukemckean6155]

Definitely the inner chatter and the things I tell myself that simply isn’t true and doesn’t correspond with the actual truth of what’s going on around me. PS. Great video, thanks Nick

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu sadhu ☺️☺️ thank you so much luke

[@bridgetjagusch8918]

This was a great collaboration!!! It's nice to hear the perspective of a brand new monk 🤓...Luang Pi Pete I believe has a beautiful journey ahead of him... I wish him well 🙏🏻 I'm not sure why but the answer you gave at the end Ven. Nick kind of moved me to tears... It was very heartfelt...🙏🏻☮️🙏🏻

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Awww Sadhu sadhu ☺️☺️ thank you so much as always Bridget!

[@susanbundy3490]

I wish you both peace, health and happiness this year. Thank you for sharing your journey with the world. The part that jumped out at me is the true joy thru laughter. I watch a lot of plum village talks and they laugh/joke a lot while teaching and found that interesting. I grew up catholic-teachings were based on fear. (So was the catholic nursing school and then a catholic college for a master’s degree)You both have helped me see the spiritual world from a new perspective. I hope that makes sense.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful Susan. I’m glad it’s helpful. I’m glad we can share 😀

[@didierlason6453]

This is beyond inspiring. Amazing! The bit about cleaning toilets resonated deep in me (clean surroundings = clean mind). Also, when I do humble tasks, I forget the "self". I love you both, Nick and Pete. Peace and enlightenment.

[@yogikapurohit8887]

I have been struggling since very long time but finally i m back on track ..# early bird ..i love waking up early

[@nickkeomahavong01]

We're glad you're back on track :)