Impromptu #23 Keeping peace

What brings us together is the power of unity - or One, also known as Presence. Is there more than one Presence - one for you and one for me? Only when we are distracted from this Presence, this Peace here and now, do we get lost in separation. Hence, keep the peace.
Producer: Phil Shankland, InSight New Media Productions Ltd
Location: Bakewell
Date: September, 2019
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[@Finny14754]

I use John to help me sleep , his voice is so relaxing.

[@jirenthegray]

I concur! He has a soothing voice that’s easy on the ears.

[@Rojo731]

Unintentional ASMR

[@KosmicKitchen]

Me too

[@Koolaidfrozenpizza]

“God is here, God is with us.” That gives me so much peace.

[@nieselpriem]

"God is dead." Nietzsche This gives me peace.

[@MadDogsandEnglishman]

Old Gentlemen with white hair and beards are always worth listening too.

[@BDJans]

“What is God? Nobody knows what God is.” - John Butler

[@jpmarques7]

ASMR-wise this should be one of John’s best videos

[@BDJans]

Totally agree

[@friedrichgrumbeere8844]

S❤​@@BDJanss😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅

[@consciouspresence5880]

was in crippling anxiety and depression and this video fully saved me

[@jeanmason9856]

Thomas

[@jingleheimerjohns]

For your future, what John leaves out: Standing up straight Once the feet are on the floor, Or sitting up straight Once your bottom is planted In the chair. In Fide, JINGLEHEIMER

[@FudgeTheFurry]

I find that hard to believe

[@voiceofmacedonia]

A beautiful soul you are, John. Thank you for your gifts once again. ❤☺

[@yolantapasikowski-kucz.2686]

I feel blessed 😢❤😂😢

[@caroledrury1411]

So kind. So thoughtful. So genuine. So real to life. I like the repetition. He seems to give us the same message over and over and yet every time it feels like the first time. It’s a great reminder to keep repeating the same message.

[@Keepitsimple565]

Yes…keep your feet on the ground

[@georgeyporgey1891]

1:35 we get swallowed up by the passage of events and times, and the comings and goings of people, and self, and one. And this is why we get lost. And this is, basically, the cause of all our problems. But stay still. Or, in other words, stay at peace.

[@zeesa7639]

I'm so addicted to listening to John ,after a long day at work he puts me at ease with wise soft spoken words.God bless you.

[@creativechar101]

New listener. Your wisdom, your faith, your comforting voice and genuine soul is helping me to stay calm and relaxed as I overcome an addiction. God bless you sir.

[@PiperbonesJ]

Thank you, dear John.

[@456quip]

Yes John, everything HAS been said. But not everyone has heard it. I wish you could go on forever.

[@a1pha_star]

100% ❤️

[@kman8271]

Virtual hugs coming your way. With Love from America 🤗 🤗 🤗

[@pawshands9706]

I thank you John. Your expansive life experiences have sparked something from deep within me. It's been a long time since I have felt something.

[@SpiritualUnfoldment]

I think that’s one of the greatest things you could say about an inspiring person. Phil

[@pawshands9706]

@@SpiritualUnfoldment When one feels engulfed in great sadness, yet one hears a message that keeps the soul working. So we continue to work peace✌🏾

[@davidhardy879]

I LOVE how John used that " Disturbing " moment at the beginning to help teach the lesson ! " Can we just stay in peace while this " Performance " is going on around us ? " lovely John . GOOD on YOU ! ❤

[@barboteaumichel5079]

Thank you from France! So BEAUTIFUL!!!

[@titosapien5074]

Best ASMR. 💤 Thank you John

[@brushcrawler8612]

I cant recreate the sibliance of John's S' no matter how much I try 😂

[@bernicescanlon6137]

God bless you 🙏John and Phil

[@MtStblty]

So much peace, love, and wisdom. Much appreciated.

[@frankiecook6977]

I’m glad to see your still going strong John

[@oldjude1987]

Every word he utters is like a meditation

[@blz47]

Thank you John and god bless you

[@David_Mc_Our_God_Reigns]

I’m going through such a tough time at the moment but listening to this has helped also his softly spoken voice so gentle is really nice to listen to it’s so calming it really helps me. Thank you John. God bless

[@dalemarsh357]

Evening John, My wife and I bumped into you very briefly three weeks ago in Bakewell church. We visit churches when we visit various areas of the country and Bakewell's is a very interesting example. We made ourselves scarce when you walked in as we didn't want to interrupt your peace. It's certainly worth that walk up the hill. Gob bless you and take care.

[@SpiritualUnfoldment]

Always say hello to John! He loves visitors. Phil

[@rosemoon8072]

bakewell !! ah !! I Knew he had a familiar voice .. reminds me of the Mr Kipling ads for bakewell tarts

[@gabriellazsigmond7179]

​@@SpiritualUnfoldment❤❤❤❤

[@VrOoM086]

John you are the GOAT. Thank you for you’re words.

[@matthewstokes1608]

I never miss your KZbin vlogs, John... You still help me so much even after several years now. Thank you so much once again. ... You are just on my same wavelength! Then again, you are on the same wavelength I am sure with many, many peace-loving people! God Bless you always. (I truly don't think you do need to apologize for quoting from the Bible... But that's just me.)

[@ellisonhamilton3322]

Psalms 46:10 BE STILL AND KNOW THAT I AM GOD.

[@stephennesbitt4397]

The ways of right-living people glow with light; the longer they live, the brighter they shine.... Keep my message in plain view at all times. Concentrate! Learn it by heart! Those who discover these words live, really live: body and soul, they're bursting with health. Keep vigilant watch over your heart; that's where life starts. PROVERBS 4:18, 21-23 THE MESSAGE

[@jcjs33]

Right On John, thanks, carry on...OMski

[@theshadow-]

Thanks so much John!

[@dianadallas5867]

Deepest gratitude and thanks beloved, dear John for all these years of KZbin talks you have given❤ God bless you❤I love you❤

[@r_r_r_r]

Just wonderful, love the play on words with performance

[@snet9693]

Thank you John and Phil! Best wishes, as always, from Phnom Penh, Cambodia. 😊

[@SpiritualUnfoldment]

Hi Scott. Phil

[@georgeyporgey1891]

1:35 we get swallowed up by the passage of events and times, and the comings and goings of people, and self, and one. And this is why we get lost. And this is, basically, the cause of all our problems.

[@kamilwoj2231]

It was fantastic meeting.Nothing can’t stop the stillness, even my knockings on the door at 2:29 :)

[@Tobias_Kevorkazito]

Thanks John 💪🏻

[@catmoon2009]

Forever Gem thank you John and Phil John my Dear I listen to you every day and every day I hear something new and you help through the day because you are right we forget and meditation is the windshield wiper .

[@SidneyMosley]

Finding out this man has a KZbin channel... I'm set.

[@jasonmcleod8914]

Love this one ❤️

[@michaeljames7704]

This is really great. Thank you ❤

[@lynda9241]

BLESSINGS to John & Phil from Arkansas. Beard looks great these days & you look well. May God bless & keep 🌿❤️🌿

[@SpiritualUnfoldment]

Thanks Lynda. Phil

[@RJH_LIL]

Even at the doctors office, I catch you. Much love to you all.

[@banginlikebonzo7083]

Thank you for your wonderful videos. I resource them when I need a clearer head or need to get in touch with my inner self. I was wondering if you could provide a little guidance by talking about how you might explain death/Heaven to a younger person or child? I have this task upon my shoulders and I'm afraid to do it poorly. Sending you love from Nova Scotia -Doug

[@SpiritualUnfoldment]

What a great comment and a great question. I will ask John. For what it’s worth my dear friend, someone told me recently that they view death not as losing someone but as returning someone. Phil

[@katkatkat5]

Better than my anti anxiety medication 😅

[@MrSeekerOfPeace]

Sounds great that you're able to relax

[@edbl1944]

Same!! I've heard enough floaty music to last me a lifetime 🤣

[@eldritchzero]

If you don't want your anti anxiety meds anymore, could you please send them to me?

[@katkatkat5]

@@eldritchzero no

[@eldritchzero]

@@katkatkat5 lame

[@phd_angel4192]

Just out of stubbornness, I go watch his videos with a closed mind and skepticism just to see what happens. And I always fail...

[@MichelleLovesJesus4ever]

I love your laugh so much, John. It is the same laugh as my free-spirited son Sky. You bless me.

[@Aaron-ul1tp]

The knock on the door at the beginning nearly gave me a heart attack 😂 otherwise brilliant once again John & Phil 💙

[@joannecurrey860]

Blessings to you John, please don’t feel the need to apologize before you speak scriptures. You open the the path to God in such a simple way.

[@geofftracy5401]

Ah,we've got the 'Mmm' lady there.

[@todaynotnow]

Lol. Noticed her too! She's baaaaack

[@rdeye-rb1pe]

John u quote what you know,ignore the miserable retched attitudes scripture is teachings very ancient important teachings we need more than ever these days you always do God's work and that's all I need God bless Phil and john ignore them.if u can

[@phillipgreene2564]

Well... that #1 easy in thought Tricky to execute.... Must mean I'm doing too much You can give us a darn good examples of how to execute those tricky bits...🕯️ that we often find difficult to see...

[@brendagordon4936]

Thanks!

[@SpiritualUnfoldment]

Thanks Brenda! Much appreciated. Phil

[@456quip]

Thanks

[@SpiritualUnfoldment]

Thanks Adam - appreciated. Phil

[@dukeshannon5039]

Your the best sir❤️

[@florbal4452]

My God hi is so sweet mi mind stop inmidiately his letting this thing be throug him it can be feel and everything stops

[@yolantapasikowski-kucz.2686]

Enjoy each and every minute of a minute…😢❤😂🎉

[@elinope4745]

Sadly at this point I am grateful for having experience with war and living in violent environments.

[@Godblessamerica1620]

He tells some girl there that talking is a real menace. To stay silent. But , the old man doesn't stop talking!!

[@benbrown4692]

A profound spiritual teaching.

[@dillonshea4268]

I want to make the best stuff ever. Books. Games. Stories. Arts. And More. I'm an IRL author and I have published two books so far!!!

[@italogabriel9760]

Hello from Brazil

[@yolantapasikowski-kucz.2686]

I am new here and I was born present because I was a “ prezent” for Mum and Dad… Sid you too? Or descended? I love knowing.. Thank you

[@mastercmdr78]

Phil, is John doing well? I’ve noticed a lot of the recent posts are older videos remixed for asmr

[@SpiritualUnfoldment]

Thanks for asking - John is fit and well and receiving visitors although there will be no more organised retreats. All of the morning talks by John on previous retreats were recorded and we are releasing them one by one over time. If people want to see them all, we may put them out in a separate mini channel or playlist. We are soon releasing a new sister channel “Unintentional ASMR with John Butler“ where we will put all the ASMR videos to make them easier to find. Phil

[@BecomeConsciousNow]

I think that woman got told off by John and John wouldn't let it go lol. Being present is a very difficult task but that's what we are all here for.

[@marvinfields1578]

such a legend. God bless

[@tillyvickers2721]

❤

[@Thn01]

So beautiful. I wonder John have a image of Ramana Maharshi. Has John talk about his relationship with Ramana?

[@SpiritualUnfoldment]

John once told me he is a fan of Ramana because he likes cows! Phil

[@Thn01]

@@SpiritualUnfoldment Yes, there is a beautiful story of Lakshmi the Cow.

[@thomquentinleigh]

COMPASSion

[@gabriellazsigmond7179]

❤❤❤

[@morano2011]

i’ve lost count of how many times I’ve listened to this on my headphones in bed at night and it has helped me so much… but I’m ashamed to admit I still want to smack the shit out of the guy who knocked on the door😊

[@SpiritualUnfoldment]

Ooh ... be kind Jason. Phil

[@morano2011]

Sorry Phil!

[@yelenadavtyan2899]

Greating from Cyprus.

[@SpiritualUnfoldment]

My friend is in Paphos right now - I am dog sitting for her in the Hope Valley. Phil

[@pythonman8103]

This guy never dies

[@patriciahealey2927]

Haha

[@unkelartgarf3792]

20:15 - That lady is really overdoing it with the "Mmmm" noises every time John speaks, for about the next 2 mins after this point. Just let the words settle, no need for all the "Mmmm" noises.

[@marikorhonen8382]

💖🙏

[@imjustanothernigg2418]

DAMN THIS DUDE AINT DEAD YET...IM CONFUSED HOW SO MANY HUMANS BEEN ON EARTH HAVE THIS ENCOUNTER WITH GOD BUT DON'T KNOW HOW GOD LOOK OR HAVE THE POWER OF A GOD IM FEELING SUSPICIOUS

[@floriantinsley7633]

Does anyone know the name of the song played in the intro?

[@Melbosia]

This man should be held aloft the rest and heard. Bless you.

[@anguskerr7665]

Going to the supermarket with a hunched back is supposedly a bad thing?

[@bettinabarry8423]

Has this man done a lot of drugs (LSD, etc)?

[@BDJans]

I just started noticing the channels videos are being interrupted by ads. Was this intentional? I use John for sleep so I hope not.

[@k8eekatt]

A little pun for you: time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like bananas

[@CobaltLobo]

I’m starting to think this man is a vampire

[@JCsMyth]

😂🤣😂

[@okaygoogle781]

John isn't looking too well. Maybe a bit tired.

[@kripaharris237]

I love your talks and wisdom but with respect can you do something about the microphone sound so the mouth sounds aren't so loud I notice in your interviews its not so pronounced as its different sound set . Distracting but maybe only for me so forgive my forwardness in commenting Sorry 🙏 ♥

[@cis4coffee]

John, you look a bit dishevelled here... Not judging, just hoping everything is ok with you. Thanks for your kind demeanor, stay well.

[@edbl1944]

I was thinking the same thing 🤔

[@rosemoon8072]

he doesn't look dishevelled ! he is just getting older ... dishevelled is rather unkind

[@michaeljames7704]

His hair is messed. That’s all. Just listen don’t look

[@avboothroyd]

4 sets of adverts in 17 mins. This is a real shame and the distraction with the advert ruins the videos. Is this intentional? Please can ads be limited to beginning and end of Johns videos?

[@usssztorm1410]

What happened at 16:50?

[@jonathanmthomas2728]

What religion is he?

[@Godblessamerica1620]

This guy is a dictator. He will not allow any questions and when he does his answer is to float into meditation and don't ask anything!

[@darrylschultz9395]

He won't allow any question and when he does?😖👌 PS Recommending silence requires he talk.

[@Thomas-jo4rz]

When is the twitch streaming or reaction videos dropping John?

[@SpiritualUnfoldment]

Twitch? Give me an example Thomas. Phil

[@trippymchippy8586]

Given comments are screened, I guess somebody has a fiscal interest in the message.

[@trippymchippy8586]

John, note that your "tech team" are silencing opinion. I'm not sure you'd like that but I doubt also they let you see anything non-profitable.

[@mariloubluebell]

This is what I’m wondering? How much control does John have over this channel? Even a contemplative message should be open to constructive criticism.

[@SpiritualUnfoldment]

Dear Mr Trippy - Phil here. Where did you get the idea that comments are screened? They are not and John reads all of them. It has been my policy from the start that we do not screen or sensor comments. A healthy community is self monitoring don’t you think?

[@SpiritualUnfoldment]

There is some constructive criticism right there. Phil

[@SpiritualUnfoldment]

John sees everything. Phil

[@SoundsFromTheRock]

2:28 clear disappointment as someone knocks on the door. Doubt it was Phil, he know better lol

[@seanburdelik5216]

Could somebody buy John a Remington or Norelco shaver for Christmas

[@patriciahealey2927]

John had an ego ..an tells lies.human traits. .if your in reaction to this or any comments its an egoic. Reaction..human traits..

[@patriciahealey2927]

@@teljnyazhka liar

[@Crownliving]

12:43

[@Crownliving]

ASMR BAD

[@matijaschweigert2331]

Just me or he gets mad a bit 20:00-21:20 min?

[@trippymchippy8586]

Commentary censorship exists on this post. Interesting.

[@trippymchippy8586]

A discussion channel who censors it's audience is no discussion channel at all.

[@trippymchippy8586]

This poor old bloke is being rinsed by youtube savvy millenials no doubt.

[@xplaybwoix]

Interesting . Who is in control of this channel ? I thought it was Phil.

[@flyingshroomy5560]

Did they censor your comment? What did you write?

[@LarryKippings]

@@trippymchippy8586 What was removed?

[@wweweqws]

30 minutes of incoherent rambling. I doubt John has any idea what he is actually saying.

[@mailjeffwebb]

Or is the incoherence within you the listener?

[@wweweqws]

@@mailjeffwebb you probably think big bang theory is for smart people

[@MDCda.zombie80]

The most fake laugh ever 😮

[@DIFFIEH]

The humming woman is here again!!! very off putting.