BEAUTY of STILLNESS - Be QUIET - Be MINDFUL

How often have you been still? Really still and quiet? Part of our alienation with the world is our inability to stop and just be. We don’t need to do anything, have a purpose, or expect anything from the moment.
So give yourself the space to enjoy moments of stillness - to lean into them, to be nourished by them. Let stillness be a teacher and a friend. It is these moments of silence that open up a closer connection with others. We are able to express ourselves, ask for what we need, and give what we desire to give from the centre of our being.
As Rumi says, “Listen, silence isn’t empty, it is full of the answers.”
Filmed in Colesburg, South Africa.
Featuring Antony Osler.
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Who is Reflections of Life? We are Justine and Michael (previously known as Green Renaissance). We use our passion for filmmaking and our love of storytelling, to remind our audience of one simple truth - that we are all human. The more that we understand and believe in this interconnectedness, the more we will treat ourselves, one another, and planet earth with a greater sense of compassion.
Editing - by Jackie Viviers
Sound mix - by Tamryn Breakey
Music sourced from ArtList - bit.ly/2KfrAt2
Horizon - by Dear Gravity
Distant Embers - by Adi Goldstein
A Town Called Dismal - by Josh McCausland
Beholding - by Marshall Usinger
Birds Above - by Buddha Kid
Morning Dew - by Ardie Son
Hold Me - by Christopher Galovan
A huge thank you to these guys, who so generously gave of their to time to help with language translations:
Arabic - by Mohammad Alkhudhair
Assamese - by Partha Protim Borah
Catalan - by Pau Zabaleta
Chinese - by Loretta Jiayi Mao
Croatian - by Davor Bobanac
Dutch - by Karla Greven
English - by Justine du Toit
French - by Amélie Macoin
German - by Tanja Pütz
Greek - by Angeliki Papadimitriou
Hindi - by Parul Sharma
Indonesian - by Ary Nuansa
Italian - by Grazia Gironella
Korean - by Chloe Park
Macedonian - by Lidija Pusevska Markovska
Persian - by Mona Zadsham
Polish - by Anna Konieczna
Russian - by Assiya Marzhanova
Slovak - by Zuzana Beratsova
Vietnamese - by Minh Le

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Watch the previous film we made with Antony and Margy 💚 - kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppPcgpuYj6-bras

[@meloearth]

Oh! I thought I recognized this man. Yeah, from that video (which I watched first).

[@ajasan1215]

Who is the man in the video. What’s his name, any background info. )

[@marielsou1732]

I love this parir..they are a exquisites souls😍

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You can find info in the write up below the film :)

[@thewolfethatcould8878]

Thank you so very much for this!!! It was exactly what I needed to hear and brought me to tears. Such compassion is absolutely a thing of beauty!

[@lambshepherd4377]

"My job as a human being is to wake up and find my real connection with this universe and all the people in it, including their suffering"

[@a.watching5299]

A REAL life ❤️

[@nourhanekam1748]

You are beautiful thanks

[@nourhanekam1748]

Why do you want to bear their suffering I want to know please

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Words to ponder on.... Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@TyffanyHoward]

Words can't express how grateful I am in this now present moment witnessing the Divine Mother express herself through you. Many blessings and much love!

[@atticuskilby515]

"I don't feel afraid of being dead; what frightens me is of not living fully before I die". I concur fully.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are glad these words resonated with you Atticus. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@robertashaffer3950]

Indeed

[@ruzzerbet]

Love this one!!

[@meaadaldossary7693]

this hit very hard

[@atticuskilby515]

@@meaadaldossary7693 , yes and an incentive to move forward with whatever makes your heart sing.

[@amromer2559]

This channel has proven that genuine souls are still exists , and the human connections and feelings are mutually intelligible

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for your kind message, it really touches us. We are glad that we can share these videos with you. Nice to have you with us on our journey. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@ADayInTheLifeofLori]

I am grateful for this gentle soul sharing his thoughts. I am 62 yrs old now and always thought there was something wrong with me. I was born introverted and physically oversensitive to my environment (hives, stomach issues, etc starting at a very young age). What “normal” people view as “outgoing” (loud, competitive, attention seeking) just feels like aggression to me. Often, I just go somehere and sit in my car (my quiet bubble) to decompress from this loud, high pressure existence. I look forward to retirement as a time when I will finally be able to live a quiet life, and to find a quiet way to be of more service to others.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for watching. We are glad that we could share his story with you and it was comforting and helpful. So good that you can find places to just BE and decompress, may there always be a time and place for you to do that so you can cope with the pressure and hectic of life while you are still working. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@joannabruns529]

I never really knew what living was until invested in a camera and went into wildlife photography. I was alive being alone with wildlife

[@Tmrfe0962]

Thank you. I am happy to see the parallels in our lives, even though I know not who you are, the similarities in our existence somehow gives me peace. All the best to us both🙂

[@n2daair23]

Isn’t it amazing how comforting it is to just sit in your cozy vehicle. In the winter I often will go out to my truck where it’s catching the warming sun rays and creating the perfect quiet, cozy escape pod to simply gather one’s thoughts.

[@ADayInTheLifeofLori]

@@n2daair23Yes! I totally agree about how wonderful it feels to have the warmth of the sun radiate through the car windows (in cool /cold weather). I want to curl up like a cat on a window ledge and take a nap!

[@user-pw3tj5nr2c]

I now understand better. I always thought there was something wrong with me for being ok with being alone, and at peace.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are glad Antony's message was so helpful. So glad we could share this video with you. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@sarahp1383]

So beautiful his way of looking at life. "They say being older is not for sissies. I didn't find life easy when I was young at all. As a small boy I loved more than anything being on my own. There was something anxious and self conscious when I was around people. When I was with a tree or a cat, the world was mine in a slightly different kind of way" I felt so happy reading those lines. That was me. That's exactly how I felt all along, and still do at 76. Loved this gentleman's way of looking at life. So reassuring ! Thank you Green Renaissance for this heart warming story.

[@cmralph...]

Me too. ❤

[@mariaetheridge8343]

At 78 I'm right there next to you!

[@sarahp1383]

@@mariaetheridge8343 ❤️

[@karareynolds772]

Me too Sarah ❤

[@melaniemuller-schroder4555]

Me too 💕

[@najmayousafali1379]

Literally I'm crying. I'm a 22 year old girl. But i feel the same as that kind man said. I wanna thank all the people who work behind this channel.i know therapy is expensive. So I'm watching this channel whenever i felt sad. Thank You once again❤️‍🩹

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Oh my, your words touch us. We are glad our videos are helping you so much, can brighten your day. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@playoffjdot8732]

look into marcus aurelius, he dealt with social anxiety and anxiety and knowing this he decided to figure out how to proactively and progressively live with it by connecting with himself on a daily basis and having pillars to combat those thoughts and feelings and allow himself to integrate himself into the world in spite of all he dealt with inside. what you just said i felt that way when learning about marcus aurelius, a former rome emperor that had his fair share of problems but found a way to live.

[@martina646]

Not everyone needs theraphy, you can do it your way! 🌺

[@matgolebiewski]

We are so much disconnected nowadays. Good to see that we can come back to the roots, to feel, to see, to touch. Thank you

[@XjnDjW18]

❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏🌞

[@80sguy27]

This is deeply relatable. I am very uncomfortable around crowds. But with animals and nature, I feel something full of bliss.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are so happy that it was so meaningful to you, resonates with you. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@lovemypups341]

Same ..exactly.

[@briancostello6892]

A Happy Contented Person is Never Lonely or Alone. Feel the Energy of All who Are the same Around the World. All is Energy Afterall

[@Ian..]

Absolutely.

[@johngodley256]

I have wandered through mountains for over 30 years, some times with others, but the best time was on my own, being miles away from noisy towns and not being bothered by the selfish crowds.

[@a.watching5299]

What I love about this channel is I find a piece of me in every person, they always find words to express some feelings or experiences I had or still having but couldn't express myself correctly.. Thank you so much for sharing your light ❤️

[@jennifers.798]

The piece you find in every person is oneness. We are all one.

[@a.watching5299]

@@jennifers.798 ❤️

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for your kind and encouraging words. We are so happy to read that our videos are so meaningful to you. May it continue. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@salmonruss]

Beautifully articulated!

[@samatvamproject]

I feel exatly the same. 💚

[@Siskos-pn7nd]

Spoken like a true introvert. About half of the population is like this. The other half seek to make the other half more like them. They push the deep value of friendship. However, as a 78 yo, my family are my close friends. All other friends have fallen away. I often wonder why, but find it a useless pursuit because I can't find the answers. We no longer communicate. I now conclude that friends are like dead skin cells, or hair, that sheds from your body, very naturally and it has little to do with anything you have done. I sometimes miss the old friends, my experiences with them, but those times will never come back. In the end, we have to be comfortable and grateful for the life you have and have made.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for watching and sharing your views and experiences. Quite interesting. May you continue to be content with life. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@nadaali9841]

“I have no objection to being scattered in the fields and being forgotten” what a meaning full sentence 😢

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Glad this sentence resonated with you. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@peacetotheworldfromhannove7851]

He's so inspiring, he will definitely not been forgotten.

[@msgarciamayorca]

Wow

[@margretsims1322]

This is exactly how I feel.....

[@mahersaber6381]

Most disgusting feeling to be alone that talk all nonsense .. life to make real big family alot of sons be around you live care about each other the will care about you when being older

[@metime4325]

What a kind gentle human being.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

So glad that this message touched your heart. Sending hugs. Justine and Michael. 💚

[@user-bu9nb8wr6e]

This man described my first experience of prayer in Alcoholics Anonymous. I prayed and found that stillness. I then went to Canterbury Cathedral a few weeks later and had such a lovely experience of my mind completely clearing time and time again whilst in prayer. It was a gift that saved my life ❤.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for sharing your experience, glad you found that stillness that time. Nice his message resonated with you so deeply. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@jenna2431]

Totally agree. I just turned 65 two days ago and I know I'm heading up the mountain now. Fewer and fewer people are along for my journey.

[@jenna2431]

Shared to Truth Social.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Glad his message resonated with you. Wishing you all the best for the future path, Jenna. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@violetsinspring5863]

Jenna, I know what you mean as I’m turning 66 tomorrow. I think so many deeper thoughts now that I’m older💕

[@thereseburns3309]

And when you get to the top you re only beginning ❤

[@mrjohncharlesbrown]

Cats are good for you, my Charlie is laying on my chest staying at me intently and purring, we are one, my wife and I adore him, and he connects with us, cats are very good for your soul and your mine.

[@elephantshoes]

I think we as humanity, collectively need to 'wake up' as Antony says. To stop searching outside for what's actually within is the ultimate goal. I thoroughly enjoyed your wise words ❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are glad his message resonated with you. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@deadreckoning6288]

Truth. It's such a simple shift in one's perspective. But as a collective I wonder if humanity will ever get there?

[@Rosesraspberries72]

It’s the agenda, its main goal and purpose is to keep us distracted. For if we all turned within, their game would be over.

[@SFlaidlaw101]

Watching these videos root me in the simplicity of life again. It is a step away from the hustle of life and back into myself. ❤❤❤

[@Melia_Mer]

I feel the same way. ❤️❤️❤️

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Glad you like our work. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@Melia_Mer]

@@ReflectionsofLife 🤗🤗

[@ruirocha7782]

Same for me 💚they are always in the right time for me ... Send Love to everybody 🙏

[@MrWaterbugdesign]

Been a hermit for 3.5 years. Love it. I'm 66 and can't believe I didn't think to do this earlier.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are glad to hear that you are in a happy place. Enjoy! Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@Hermit1903]

Yes we are too. For 20 years now, although it was there from the beginning really...just had to figure that out first!

[@stevepayne5965]

I wish I could be, but people keep getting in the way ☹️

[@lorrainegarreau3885]

I am reading all the comments and I am finding such happiness knowing that there are so many like minded people out there. I agree with everything he has said and feel the same, home in nature and happiness from within. I am learning a lot thru reading about Buddhism. We all can change the world with just a little compassion and understanding. Peace to all

[@ReflectionsofLife]

So happy to read that his words resonated with you Lorraine. Sending you warm hugs, Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@susankeenan5534]

Sweeeet soul. Loved even his quiet delivery. Every statement rang true for me also. I’m 77 woman and agree- it wasn’t easier when younger, just different. Love the solitude.

[@semrana1986]

How come they are all so profound and wise and yet the world doesn't know about them?

[@ReflectionsofLife]

They are ordinary people, living their daily life. People like Antony surround us all every day. It's about making the time to truly listen to each other, with open hearts and minds. We all have a story to share if we stop and think about it. We usually put name of the person in the write up below the video if you want to check out more on the internet. Best wishes, Justine and Michael.💚

[@Calamity_Jem]

I'm 26 and no matter what job I do, what environment I'm in, I can't seem to find the stillness I'm longing. It's been years since I feel a deep calling for monastic life. Earing these words is like a wake up call that I should not try more to fit in and go for that dream, so I can be fulfilled by a deep purpose, and endless love. Thank you, to everyone behind this channel end this kind hearted man, for this moment of pure beauty 🙏

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Deep words that you are sharing with us, thank you for your openness. We are glad Antony's message meant much to you. May his message inspire and encourage you to follow the dream. Wishing you all the best for the road ahead. And we also thank you for the encouraging words about our work. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@jagirkaur6216]

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[@Changeworld408]

you don't want to fit in but to stand out. This culture is killing yr soul, it requires you to consume and produce like a robot untill the resources of the earth are all consumed and eath isn't but a death pile of dust and contamined water. You are beautifull, but yr culture and tik tok and yr parents worship pride and selfishness and seperation which leads to all kinds of addiction (sex, porn, sugar, binge eating, scrolling, buying stuff so people will give you a thumbs up or even jealous look because you achieved superficial things like a car, a watch, a dumb phone or sneakers. Don't fall for the culture which will destroy nature and yr well being. STAND OUT. it is no sign of health to be well adjusted to a sick society😍Joy over board JOB

[@Hermit1903]

Wishing you all the very best in your journey. Trying to fit in does not work when you have a deep calling, so follow that calling and find your "home".

[@scottyoung139]

I saw the title of this film in my email and I was actually afraid to watch it. It took me a few days. It was as if I knew it’s message would strike deep into my core. And it did. I feel as if I could sit with this beautiful human in silence and be understood. On January 6th, the day of Epiphany I awakened to the fact I am autistic. Everything in my life made sense the moment I accepted that. It is because of films like this, the stories these souls tell, that have provided me light when I saw nothing but dark. Once again I thank you for spreading light all over the world. 💚🙏🏻🌎

[@ReflectionsofLife]

What a touching comment, thank you for sharing, Scott. We are so glad you could come to the point of realization, that life looks a bit brighter now. And if our videos can help you on your path through life, we feel honoured. We are glad that we can share positivity. May your life be full of hope and joy. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@deedunn9811]

The Spectrum. Like another level of invisible lightwaves. I am working on acceptance now, after 60+ years of struggling to accept what I wasnt. It is an interesting turn in the road. The future, too short perhaps, but so much more than all that lies behind. Wishing you a great journey.

[@seemranhoro1572]

The greatest lesson we can learn from a wise old man ❤️❤️

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are glad his message resonated with you. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@terryphillipson5827]

This man is nothing short of pure genius.Love of life and simplicity with no fear of death.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Wonderful that his message meant so much to you. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@thesereneworld]

Such a great way to start my morning. There’re so many lesson that resonate with me from this single video. Things I have been slowly learning as I walk through this life. And it’s just nice to hear someone much wiser talk about them. 1. We are one with nature. And there’s just something healing and calming about being with it. Find ways to connect with it. 2. Silence the noises and live this life mindfully, gently,sincerely, and authentically. 3. Feel and embrace all your emotions. This is how you’ll know that you’re truly alive 4. Don’t just believe anything and everything you’re told. Connect with your higher self. Connect with the rest of the planet and find out what more is out there for you. And then decide what is real for YOU!

[@Sofia-wx2ht]

Commit to God. Be strong and courageous and Believe. Have Faith.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Wow, so glad there was so much in this video for you. Thank you for sharing. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@evesperspective7662]

Wow! I feel like he's my kindred spirit. I always thought something was wrong with me because I felt other people's energy and wanted to make them happy. Then I would withdraw. Now I love being in my seventies, alone and connected to nature.....planting flowers, having bees walk all over my book when I'm reading outside and have a wonderment of life. Thank you for sharing. My heart rejoices.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Sounds wonderful. We are glad you have arrived at a place of peace and contentment. So happy too that Antony's message resonated with you. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@evesperspective7662]

@@ReflectionsofLife Love you

[@blackie-jm9tr]

Thank you for those profound thoughts. When the pandemia started I put a hummingbird feeder outside my window... for months it was the only comfortable interaction I had. Three years later they are still part of my morning coffee...

[@ReflectionsofLife]

So happy his message spoke to you so deeply. Your experience with the bird feeder is touching, so wonderful that the birds are still there with you every morning. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@shantiprem1]

Such wisdom and gentleness in his soul. We could be friends in soul awareness. Thank you.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for these kind words. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@shantiprem1]

Always a joy to be with you.

[@beatebehle2962]

Thank you, Green Renaissance, for finding this gentle man and sharing his thoughts with us. I feel deeply touched... 💚😇

[@ReflectionsofLife]

So glad you enjoyed listening to him Beate. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@lorinason712]

I love this, not afraid of being dead, what frightens me is not living fully before I die. This is so important to me as well as I am aging with less time ahead of me than behind. It is the simple things, compassion, connection, and in the stillness, I see so much beauty. Thank you Antony for you thoughts are gifts.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You are welcome. So happy to read that his words resonated with you. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@mahersaber6381]

Most disgusting feeling to be alone that talk all nonsense .. life to make real big family alot of sons be around you live care about each other the will care about you when being older

[@janetrush8340]

I think I've listened to this six times and have taken his words into my heart. He has learned to live such a full life. This is exactly how I feel, happy alone and anxious stepping out. Always feeling I need to find a way to fit in, to make a difference in my life. He has described the contentment with just being who you were created to be. Please thank him for sharing his story. Wish I could know more of his story.

[@eparedes7165]

know yourself kindly . . .

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you dear Jane, for opening your heart to all that Antony shared with us. Antony has quite a lot of content that he shares on their website - www.stoepzen.co.za/home.html. He shares some recorded talks, and you can also read more details about some books which Antony has written. I hope that this helps. Sending you much love. Justine and Michael x

[@monikamarsollek3493]

Thank you for asking, I had the same wish and will enjoy his website !

[@lr3465]

God says to be still & know that i am God! U are loved.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

💚

[@BelindaFarage]

So many beautiful wisdom truths he speaks. Thank you for this.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

It's a pleasure Belinda. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@mahersaber6381]

Most disgusting feeling to be alone that talk all nonsense .. life to make real big family alot of sons be around you live care about each other the will care about you when being older

[@marya9565]

Believing in God is the only way that makes sense of this life..

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thanks for sharing your views. We send you much love. Justine and Michael x

[@ws5826]

Yawn,🥱

[@afriend621]

Yes, How do people reflect on life without considering who or what created them in the first place? When I finally began to wonder about the Creator of it all was when I found the love and peace in it all.

[@dpelpal]

There's no such thing as god.

[@afriend621]

God is not a thing.@@dpelpal

[@ldnyc62]

You will not be forgotten. You just blessed my life forever.....

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Such kind words, thank you. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@mahersaber6381]

Most disgusting feeling to be alone that talk all nonsense .. life to make real big family alot of sons be around you live care about each other the will care about you when being older

[@soothingsouls6831]

I cannot be more thankful to these beautiful souls on camera and off camera spreafing joy and love, i literally have tears in my eyes rn, thank you so much 🙏❤️

[@ReflectionsofLife]

It truly is our pleasure to share these films with you, and thanks to you, for seeing the value in each new message shared. Big love! Justine and Michael 💚

[@tomasr64]

I was fine with people growing up, all through adulthood up until the last couple years or so. People withdrew from me, which sucks but I have been on my own for a long time that I'm fine doing everything myself. Its a reminder to practice gratitude through the hardships. Up at dawn each day and enter the forest, no fear here, let go of desire at my age.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are glad you are content and at peace with your circumstances now after people turned away from you. Enjoy the blessings each day. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@DIAMONDheart888]

Such a deep wise sage soul ✨💛✨

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Touching words, thank you. 💚

[@joanhaskins]

So much resonates here. Thanks to Antony Osler for this.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are so happy to read your words Joan. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@JanetHadson-po2zr]

This has helped me make a decision I have been struggling with for more than fifteen years. I too have been searching outside myself and am now returning to find what’s inside

[@ReflectionsofLife]

That is so wonderful that Antony's message was so helpful. All the best further, may you find wonderful things, new ways, etc. looking on the inside. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@Asrevan]

anthony and margie

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Touching words. Thanks so much. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@spmoran4703]

This man as a similar attitude to life and the living of it as I have . I have family and a few good friends and that is it , but I value my solitude. Its gold to me. As an empath I can feel the suffering and joy of the world . And I have compassion , great compassion. But, I cannot let it affect my personal well being . That's why I go for solitude.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Happy to read that his words resonated with you. Thank you for sharing your thoughts. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@garryreed6410]

I really liked his statement of not being scared of being forgotten when he dies. That to me, says he is truly in touch with himself.

[@garryreed6410]

❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for watching. Glad these words resonated with you so much. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@carlhammill5774]

This man has figured it out. Your here to experience what you are not. That means to allow the suffering and fear. To allow yourself to experience it but not to surrender to it.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

So glad his words meant much to you. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@slady7072]

I resonate with Anthony's beautifully profound and sage wisdom; hearing him speak, I felt I heard myself. God Bless

[@Timstrebla]

Anthony Osler is his name.

[@slady7072]

@@Timstrebla thank you!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

So glad his words resonated with you. Sending you warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@ajasan1215]

Anthony Who? Would like to find out some background info on him.

[@mahersaber6381]

Most disgusting feeling to be alone that talk all nonsense .. life to make real big family alot of sons be around you live care about each other the will care about you when being older

[@deadreckoning6288]

That was beautiful. This man has a beautiful soul and I see a lot of myself in him....as I get older. This life has been a mighty struggle and each day is a challenge to keep going. I dont fear death but fear not living fully as he spoke to. And I welcome the journey being over when that time comes.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are so glad that his message resonated much with you. So glad that we could share his message with you. may his words give you strength and courage for every day. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@dixiepena514]

I love the way he speaks, his calmness and he seems to be so kind,there is so much light in this man!The way he lives reminds me of my grandparents,a simple life!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Glad you enjoyed listening to him, all that he shared about living peacefully. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@bridgetmckay6114]

Love his way of thinking ☺️🫶🏼🌻

[@ReflectionsofLife]

That's so wonderful. Thank you for having taken the time to watch this video. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@alanpreston3111]

❤️👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 “The proper function of man is to live, not to exist. I shall not waste my days in trying to prolong them. I shall use my time”

[@ReflectionsofLife]

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[@smilingstillness70]

yes, an awakened human being...❤ "...I have no objection to being scattered in the fields and being forgotten..."...I never understood the need not to be forgotten...

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Glad you enjoyed his message, this particular sentence. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@tristanmcfarland8608]

While quietly listening to this fellow’s every word, I’m in awe at how much of what he’s offering here really resonated with me ..what a beautiful human being he is ..and to read the comments shared by others (ie autism - me too, recent diagnosis) is helping me to get centered. I’m beyond grateful for this channel. What a gift it’s become to me. Much gratitude! - Tristan

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You are so welcome. We are really glad that you a like the videos we share and that they help you. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@johnscott2964]

My dear Antony Osler, I so wish I could spend time with you. Thank you for changing my life.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Wow, your words go deep. Wonderful that his words were so valuable, so meaningful. All the best as you carry on with life's journey. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@iamthefiremanjj]

Our purpose is to be here and be still to be here now

[@ReflectionsofLife]

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[@Changeworld408]

don't we all long for more peace, joy and simple things like a radio and a cat

[@ReflectionsofLife]

So well described. Thank you for sharing this thought. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@KathyDuncan9]

Such a beautiful man. I shall not forget him.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

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[@zaraalawi4660]

Pure kindness ❤ and humane ❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Lovely words. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@ruckboger]

I heard or read someone once say that consciousness exists in the moment but that moment lasts for eternity.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Beautiful and thought-provoking, thank you for sharing. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@flamingo5898]

Thank you, Antony, for your heartfelt words. You live through your heart, and that is beautiful. It matters because the energy of the love in your heart ripples out into the Universe, and it affects all of us in an inspiring way ❤ Thank you, GR, for another lovely film 🕊️💜🙏🏼

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You are so welcome. So happy to read that Antony's message resonated with you. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@sparker283]

“How can I just allow this life to be mine in the deepest way, including that I didn’t get it right?” This film brought me to tears, touched a deep spot in my spirit. What frightens me is not living fully.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Wonderful that his message spoke to you so deeply, thank you for being open to the message he shared. May his words inspire and encourage you. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@antoinetteflaccus]

I Love this man, He is so caring, Not at all self- suffishend.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for your kind words. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@janh8847]

I love that this wonderful man expresses in words what most good people feel inside. It’s so refreshing to hear we are not alone with these similar thoughts and how comforting to hear it verbalized by another living soul.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

It's wonderful that his words resonated so deeply with you. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@chiefonelung9415]

My God! It's almost as if I was watching myself in another body speaking those words. Every word he said resonates with me. I am not afraid of dying but I am afraid of living and not living my full potential in this life. Such a beautiful man and such a beautiful tender soul. Thank you so much for this beautiful video . As all of your videos are so special to me. I have shared your videos with so many people. They always bring such peace to me and so much to think about for my days ahead. I go back many times to many of your earlier videos and watch many of them over and over again. Each time I hear another message that I missed before. I love you guys. Thank you so much for the hard work you do. And thank you for the joy that your videos bring to me and the rest of the world. Please stay safe and healthy. 🙏🥰

[@ReflectionsofLife]

What a lovely message Joe, thank you for sharing. So glad you could listen to Antony's words and they resonated with you so immensely. May our videos always carry you on your road ahead, thank you too for sharing them with others. Sending you warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@andymasse]

Thank you Joe for sharing your words, I think you speak for so many of us…I listened to Anthony’s words at night before I went to sleep and again first thing when I woke in the morning and the message touches me deeply…

[@chiefonelung9415]

@@andymasse thank you so much Frank for your kind words. I love green Renaissance. I live alone on my little farm in the mountains of East Tennessee. I find so much peace and serenity listening to Green Renaissance. I have recently been through some pretty tough times with my partner of many years deciding to find somebody much younger. Oh well such is life anyway. I have survived lung cancer and several other medical issues. I am doing great now. At 73 years old and going on 30 I have so much hope and love to give to the world and share with others. Green Renaissance videos gives me so much love and peace to think about. And beautiful souls like you responding to my comment shows me there are many many more beautiful people left in this world. Thank you again Frank for your kind words.

[@glennmichaelchapman]

Another beautiful film guys. He embodies the Tao. It’s so easy to SAY these things but he LIVES them. Thank you for always creating films that share real wisdom. It’s being LIVED here, not discussed, or lecture on, or philosophised about.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Your words touch us greatly, thank you for your encouraging words. Glad Antony's message meant much to you. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@Charlesgraydogtraining]

Next time someone asks me how I am feeling this is the response I will give! This video has provided massive clarity for me. Massive.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are so touched that this video had such an impact. So glad we were able to share it with you. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@sonamalika3573]

This channel is literally my therapy

[@ReflectionsofLife]

What precious words - thanks for seeing such value in the stories that we share. We send you biggest hugs! Justine and Michael. 💚

[@kathleensteeves488]

Blessings and Thankyou I love Rumi who said somewhere between right and wrong there is a garden I’ll meet you there…..it may just be a place in our minds where only Angels tread.❤❤❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

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[@deadreckoning6288]

Rumi has been a deep teacher of spirit for me as I continue to wake up from the dream of life. Blessings 🙏

[@subhamrawat2925]

🙃🌻 Solitude and loneliness are two very different worlds.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Absolutely. Thank you for sharing the thought. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@SeethaGopalakrishna]

I am moved to tears.Wish could say hello to him all the way from India

[@ceciliaj3300]

I totally get every word that he spoke. Nearly every word he spoke resonates with me, maybe because we seem to have similar personalities, basic traits and view regarding the world. I'm so glad I finally find my tribe in most of the people that is being featured in this channel..

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Such a touching and kind comment, thank Cecilia. We are glad you feel so 'at home' with these videos, the people that are featured. Sending you warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@mena48]

I WILL NOT FORGET YOU ANTHONY. . EVERY WORD you spoke, and how you shared them, are gifts of wisdom, compassion, humility, tenderness... Your presence IS palpable. Abundant blessing to you, and to the Green Team for your expressions of profound beauty and compassion., from a grateful heart 🙏🕯💝

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Lovely message Philomena, thank you. We are so happy that you enjoyed listening to him. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@greg33770]

Amen, I prefer to be alone most times, ppl call me a "lone wolf", and I laugh.....I prefer peace and quiet, and nature.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are glad this story resonated with you Greg. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@jimschuman9926]

Same with me. I actually have a license plate that says “ LONE WOF”. Unfortunately couldn’t get the “L” to fit on it. 😂

[@ladyfl786]

​@@jimschuman9926❤

[@andrewsnow1933]

I need my solitude as much as the air I breathe. The cello is my friend and companion. It’s a love/hate relationship to be sure. But so are many relationships in my life

[@meditationJD]

It's the perfect day when you're still and alert. I find myself wondering where on earth is everyone going and it makes me sad. This in a wonderful video. very insiring.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts, so glad his message spoke to you. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@karenrouth2056]

I first watched this video with Antony the moment Justine & Michael posted over a year ago… he and Margy give me constant reminders to be grateful of my solitary rural and often sad life-existing process… Antony’s words are uplifting every time I listen… I also like to read and appreciate every comment… thank you Justine & Michael from my heart for your time, effort, skills and wisdom❤❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Your message touches us deeply and encourages us, thank you for writing to us. We are so thankful that this video and their life story mean so much to you. Nice to have you with us on our journey. Wishing you all the best for life's journey, for every new day. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@karenrouth2056]

@@ReflectionsofLife Awww! Thank you so much for your lovely response… keep safe and happy🙏❤️

[@bulagtabulagta3455]

I am a spiritual person i used to ignore my need for spiritual connection around me for years and I suffered a lot. 2014 is the turning point in my life and started the journey of finding my “inner self”. I never been happier

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are glad you found your 'inner self', Bulagta, that's wonderful. Glad you were able to see your need for change and do so. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@tishepetite4512]

There is no other channel on all of the internet that is more life changing then your channel. When I'm having a bad day I just put your videos on and let them run one after another.....so inspiring

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Wow, we are touched Tishe!!! Thank you for these encouraging words. We are glad these stories help you on tough days. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@rebeccajourney3183]

I have done you a disservice in not calling attention to and commending the videographer. All of your videos have beautiful and enlightening cont, but so is the filming, the style of how it is approached and presented to us. It is absolutely gorgeous and I thank you from the bottom of my heart ❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Wow, thanks for these kind and encouraging words Rebecca. It means a lot to us. It's good to have you with us on our journey. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@lcz4033]

Wow. Thank you very much! What deep words and thoughts. Greetings from Ecuador

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You are welcome, we are glad his message resonated with you. Lovely to have you with us on our journey. Sending you warmest of hugs from South Africa, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@theramblingrose_]

Another magical story. It's easy to fall in love a little bit with everyone you interview.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Beautiful comment, thank you. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@williamj1813]

What an incredible, wonderful, human being.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Glad you enjoyed listening to him, William. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@ravensrun6117]

Thank you what a remarkable human being and great role model for me at 64.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Beautiful words. So glad his message meant much to you. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@allislove369]

What a beautiful soul. Thank you for creating this.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Our pleasure! Glad you enjoyed the video. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@ifigeniapapadelli5688]

He is one of the most sweetest, warming souls that our world needs! ❤️

[@ReflectionsofLife]

So kind, thank you. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@Rlaplante73]

Well done! It's such a breath of fresh air when a person has come to a place of serenity. In such a fast paced society where relationships can be shallow and strained, being at peace with oneself and in touch with their surroundings is so inspiring.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you, we are glad you found this video interesting, that you enjoyed his message. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@mahersaber6381]

Most disgusting feeling to be alone that talk all nonsense .. life to make real big family alot of sons be around you live care about each other the will care about you when being older

[@kathyohara6658]

Where do you find these inspiring, interesting people? He has learned that peace is in quiet contemplating of the world around us. Lovely person.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are glad you enjoyed the video, Kathy. People like him surround us all every day actually. It's about making the time to truly listen to each other, with open hearts and minds. And when we do that, the doorway to real connection is opened up and wonderful things can be shared. We all have a story to share if we think about it. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@karienpenderis]

I will remember you beautiful human being❤- thank you for reminding me about the stillness and the magic of the stillness within

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Wonderful to read that his words were so valuable to you. Justine and Michael. 💚

[@annepare5955]

He has so beautiful soul this man ❤️👌❤️

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for your kind words Anne. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@DonnaEdwards-nd9fk]

I can't find the words to express how meaningful these videos are to me. They are so masterfully crafted to remind us of what's important in life. Thank you for always returning me to my heart and soul.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for your kind message, Donna. So touching to read how much these videos mean to you. Thank you for being with us on this journey. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@mariahsmom9457]

I find the comments sections as meaningful as the videos. What a wonderful community here.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Lovely, we are so glad you enjoying being here on our channel and be part of the online community. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@sylhomeo6351]

He is a very genuine real person. A beautiful person. He shut out the world for me and its pain for a moment and it was very healing.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

That is marvellous. Wonderful to hear that his message was so positive for you. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@user-qz5gi4uh6x]

Thank you for another beautiful story. Solitude is beautiful, but so is getting involved in the collective. The South African biologist Dave Pepler speaks about the people of Rwanda, how they collectively got involved in their own suffering and that of others through awakened participation. Solitude invariably involves stepping into the world and reaching beyond the self. Listening with compassion, loving beyond the self, that is truly remarkable.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

It's a pleasure, we are glad we could share this story with you. Thank you too for sharing your message. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@lindaparisi74]

Thank you. After taking in every articulate word Antony spoke, your mesmerizing images and the perfect soundtrack for his message, I am still and quiet, more in acceptance of my humanity and of the whole of this beautiful and heartbreaking life. Such gifts you give, GR. Thank you.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for your kind words Linda. So glad that also this video touched you deeply. May you be inspired to have still and quiet moments, find acceptance and peace with all that's going on around us. Sending you warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@jamesanthony2044]

I wanna spend a week with each person in these videos. Each one is so full of knowledge. Truly stellar human beings:)

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Such beautiful and touching words. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@malgozata1875]

We are all creators of our own worlds. We are not victims of our circumstances. True, we start off with challenges, obstacle courses or adventures (depending on our outlook) that we have set up for ourselves before we became physical bodies. But, this is all us. No one imposes anything on us. True, empathy, compassion, and love for others are important because others are actually us. We are one. We are Oneness. thank you for this beautiful, thought-provoking video.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You are welcome. Thank you again for sharing your thoughts, we are glad his message resonated with you. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@malgozata1875]

@@ReflectionsofLife ❤️

[@reneenell2509]

Such wisdom from this beautiful human. So much in this video that resonate with me.....we can only find peace when you find it within yourself.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Glad you enjoyed his message Renee. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@jJust_NO_]

its just imagined cries and suffering though meaning not happening in his real time, present moment. him, living alone, in his immediate environment wheres the cry? when he goes into the city, does he see people crying outside? 'the suffering of the world' is his own introjection. or just a default state of a human when he is all alone. but im not implying that that imagined suffering is null or inconsequential even though we could say it is an echo chamber, voices of others, if he finds meaning to such.

[@jujunalua]

Thank you, Sir Antony Osler for sharing your vision of life and helping me to embrace it!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Beautiful. We are so glad that we could share his message with you. Enjoy life, be inspired. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@nancysmith3400]

Wow that touched home. So much like myself, we live in the Way. Giving permission to Be a pure human Being unfolding in this world and beyond………. thanks😊💜

[@ReflectionsofLife]

So glad you enjoyed listening to his message Nancy. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@kimberlykernehan1937]

His wisdom is profound and his gentle nature of expression is mesmerizing. Would love to spend an afternoon just listening to his stories....

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Glad you enjoyed what he shared, Kimberly. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@XJ1042]

Another of my all-time favorites. I have already watched it several times and forwarded it to people I care about. It is a gift to them as much as your gift to me to bring this gentleman into my life. He is the kind of person I could sit down with and just take in his genuine heart and soul. Anthony has so many precious one-liners I can't list them all here. And, again, as always your videography and editing took the presentation to another level. I absolutely loved the shot of the cat walking across the top of the wall with the Zen Sky sign in the context of the shot and the feel of the message. I also took into the deepest place of my heart wisdom of not shutting out the dark things happening in the world because in so doing I become "brittle by trying to keep something out." Compassion and empathy is what keeps us more deeply loving and soft. Thanks, GR. My life is better for these videos.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Such a touching and beautiful message, thank you. We are glad this story meant so much to you. Thank you also for sharing our videos, we appreciate it. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@wooden_branches]

Absolutely beautiful! What a wonderful man you are Antony.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you kindly Ann. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@HoppieEspree-zx4hi]

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!!!!!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

It's an absolute pleasure. So glad you enjoyed listening to Antony's message. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚