Love bigger than fear

"the metaphorical elephant" is a series of films by David Ridgen about activism, humans, and other animals. Filmed in Thailand and Canada with Sangduen "Lek" Chailert, Darrick Thomson, and a cast of hundreds.
Episode, "love bigger than fear" looks at one facet of Lek's philosophy of action.
Episodes may be viewed in any order.
With funding from The Ontario Arts Council.

[@lauraquaresimo6767]

Lek is a very special person who respects and appreciates the whole world around her....God Bless Her Always !!!!

[@Flufferz626]

I'd only seen her elephant videos, I didn't realize she put efforts into rehabilitation of creatures of all shapes and sizes. A true angel on this earth. I also like how at the end you can see she is definitely the matriarch of that herd and they love her like a mother =)

[@AndreinaJ]

In my eyes in my soul she represents a celebrity not the ones in Hollywood, or the movie stars. she is a celebrity she takes care or better wording she gives REAL AND PURE LOVE TO MOTHER NATURE. all those animals just feel her energy, her love her care. I wish I can meet her in person and have the funds to help her sanctuary. God give her health and Happiness for her continues works that never ends. sending you much love🥰🇨🇦🇻🇪

[@nikkoval8490]

She’s actually making a difference in the NATURAL world, the only world that’ll exist when we take away all these constructs. She’s a true hero a true celebrity. We need more of her 😭

[@Sam-yx7ti]

Once in a while if you are lucky, you will see an " Earth angel " It's your lucky day and you see one now, her name is Lek founder of Elephant Nature Park

[@Astro_touches_children]

I would rather meet Lek than any actor or athlete I can think of. That would be a blessing not just an encounter.

[@chitrachitra4385]

True angel. World needs more people like her. We should be following such people and not the so called celebs

[@jeffbaker634]

" Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened." -Anatole France

[@thegh0ST505]

I still remembered when she first started out in rescuing the abused, sick and injured elephants, Lek faced lotsa of challenges and threats from all around, how hard it was for her to even get a pass from some authority to her piece of land space, but she fought on, and she fought extremely hard and goes on with that minimal capability, ability and financially, but still she fought on and on and on, never once she gave up for the sake of wanting to rescue the elephants. Until more and more animal lovers/activists of different countries known about her rescue works, more and more supports pouring in, this helps in assisting Lek able to do even more and expand her rescue widthband. Thank you Lek for your persistency, your great love for the big and small animals who badly needed to be rescued, thanks to all the kind supporters who stepped in to help in any ways. God bless you all and the animals as well. They are the beautiful creations from God to beautify our earth, for humans to see and learn the love and kindness in an animal.

[@Sam-yx7ti]

Best comments, thanks man.

[@chelseyolsen6363]

God bless this woman she is an angel in my eyes,truly sent from heaven.

[@kareel4160]

This is right.God with him, is the positive example for World...Lek is the Angel...♥️♥️♥️🍀🔥

[@Sam-yx7ti]

Hope she live forever 🙏🙏

[@inscrutable22]

Only people with a beautyful soul can do this, you are one of them.😍

[@kden1463]

Lek's wings are tucked, nicely, under her shirt.. Earthbound angel. She is pure light.

[@sarani2129]

Yes indeed .

[@deelb9462]

Beautifully said!

[@CBJAMPA]

kden - Yes! She really is an angel! 💖

[@mindmyown1]

Amen 🙏🏽♥️

[@kripaharris237]

Shes a saint

[@jhebblewhite2560]

The never ending work of Lek. I admire her never ending energy and all those that work at the Park.

[@screamingtima1318]

It would be such an amazing honor to meet Lek. This woman is so selfless and she’s a savior to the animals.

[@sanSDI]

Can't you save money to visit her? It helps the park.

[@jamesoconnor901]

During my week at Elephant Nature Park, meeting Lek was a high point.

[@shylaja8984]

james oconnor lucky man.

[@Flufferz626]

I would love to do that someday. I volunteer for a bird of prey rehabilition center and it is tough but rewarding work. Elephants are one of my favorite animals

[@notefromjan]

Would love to see your photos and hear every story!

[@janiceneunder2048]

I absolutely love this lady!!

[@McKavian]

It's such an amazing thing that this tiny Thai woman is such a huge person.

[@shitosawpasterski2978]

exactly.big respect to her.

[@shitosawpasterski2978]

I would prefer live with elephants than with most people

[@mccallsouth8552]

@@shitosawpasterski2978 : I share your view. x

[@shitosawpasterski2978]

@@mccallsouth8552 thank's

[@sanSDI]

Thats why we should see all people only as a human. I believe every one has a talent, if we are lucky enough we can find our talent and bring the human kind a gift. If our talent has to do with animals, love and friendship will be on our way the whole time!

[@biber638]

what a nice way to live out a life of being a human

[@Nola50]

Amen

[@samiamisme]

She clearly has a special way with animals. I could sit and listen to her sing. Keep up the excellent work!

[@annsmarpat9500]

This is what PURE Love looks like ❤️ I love you Lek ❤️

[@MsManeldias]

Your courageous animal activism is beyond one's imagination. Wonderful very Brave woman. Love you very much for the amazing work you do to rescue & protect these majestic creatures.

[@rfresa]

Lek is so inspiring! She travels all over, speaks to world leaders about protecting animals and the environment, and then she does the hard work, chopping up the plants and kneeling in the dirt to take care of her dear friends. She and Darrick (the singing guy) are an amazing couple.

[@michellegruber4187]

This is a great, one among the greatest women in the whole world. May God bless her !

[@CH-qy3sl]

Lek is so beautiful and kind. Her love is bigger than fear. God has granted her a heart of steel and a never ending supply of empathy and kindness.

[@gregberry7647]

I Love this lady.....Oh she is a beautifull person.

[@mandingo9999998]

Lek Chailert - what a beautiful soul. Her message of treating Thai elephants with respect is a far bigger message, how we maintain and respect nature at large. May never get to visit this place in Thailand like most of us. But hope she is remembered.

[@paulmunro3175]

I noticed how those huge elephants made certain that they didn't accidentally step on her while doing a slow ballet around her as she sat there unconcerned,. That's trust. That's love.

[@Venezia-Whamba23]

A big heart in a tiny woman who has dedicated her life to saving and living with elephants & other animals as well as we see here! Lek needs our support to be able to continue this way for now and for the years to come.

[@summerdawn6777]

Lek is a beautiful Light☀️

[@JMarieCAlove]

This is just amazing and beautiful! I love elephants, I love all animals that were put on this Earth and we’re so lucky and blessed to have these animals walking the Earth. Lek is phenomenal with the elephants and they love and protect her. I love how so many people take great care of humans and animals and they love us back. ❤️

[@ledelede6847]

I am just so amazed by this woman small by size yet so big at heart. Yes love is indeed bigger than fear. Seeing how she speaks for the voiceless n interacts with them, it's just so heartwarming to watch. This is our main task in this world, to care for our animals n nature. Keep up the great work Lek, God bless u..

[@Animal-qm2ni]

Just amazing the trust the elephants have with her and the trust she has with the elephants she sitting on the ground underneath the elephants they are so careful not to step on her really just amazing what a wonderful human being thank you so much

[@happythoughts505]

You are AMAZING LEK!! And such an inspiration to the world!! THANKYOU for giving the love & lives that these beautiful creatures deserve ❤

[@gomathyr5346]

very lovable woman..hats off to her work..god bless you & your pets

[@dennysmith7862]

SO tiny but SO pummelled and pushed by these MASSIVE sentient beings... Lek - Sangdeun ... my dream is to visit you... Love this crazy peep with his MUZAK...😄😄😄 Such upbeat peeps - animals there must be in bliss... they pick this positivity up immediately... Huge hug from animal adorer in Cape Town...

[@n-silvabts9178]

Lek, Darrick and all teh ENP staff do an amazing job! Please, give all the support to the Elephant Nature Park!

[@bulldawg4498]

No bullhooks or chains ... Just love, admiration, & respect for the ellies and other animals at ENP ...

[@kkendell954]

Lek is the most compassionate person in the world............The Animal Whisperer......she is truly phenomenal

[@SpectorTippy]

Lek is an amazing animal whisperer. The elephants have bonded with her so strongly. It's pure.

[@chargraveline2308]

Amazing woman!

[@margheritapirrone7470]

Questa donna vive una vita stupenda!!! Altro che ricchezza, mondanità, potere ecc... Lei si che vive una vita meravigliosa!!! Brava. Un abbraccio forte. 💕💕💕💕

[@chitrachitra4385]

She is a true angel and celebrity. God bless her and all the elephants. They look so cute

[@epiphany-ys9wk]

I really hv so much love an admiration for this wonderful woman

[@missymason2377]

All these people are so unique on earth! To help these animals! The world is supporting 100%...

[@Smiles4UFL]

What an amazing woman she is...❤❤❤

[@HanneloreFinster]

Lek ist the best ....Elephant Mother 4 ever.... 💚🌴🐘🤲💚🧿

[@dougieladd]

Beautiful footage! Of a wonderful place and people.

[@debbie7526]

💖🐮🐘🐶🐺🐴🐐 🐷🐄Lek is amazing 🤗

[@TallerdeVitrales]

Pure love and kindness

[@reshmidas7747]

Beautiful video....

[@Everett_James]

Lek is a national treasure

[@vivling999]

YES - and more than that, she is a "World Treasure", Elephant Advocate! May all the gods keep her close & bless her overwhelmingly!!!!

[@jerrysingh9152]

World treasure

[@barbarag2229]

She is beautiful,we need more like her in out world

[@missymason2377]

Omg! Amazing human being! I'm so inspired by this lady! Her work! Life dedication! Father give her strength from above!

[@rawinimanong4569]

Kun Lek. I love love you so very much. You are my ANGEL.😇

[@delmasjones7856]

She is such an amazing person. 😀🤟❤

[@birgittaandersson9788]

Wonderful video😊Love❤

[@marianneritavanvliet4554]

Lek Chailert ENP and all the projects you are the hero woman of the animals in Thailand.I have so much learn of Lek what we can do in the situation of help the Elephants who are on chain in horribel way in Captree and tourist industry. And now the snares who set the foot in dangerous painfull chain.

[@ashasanjay2007]

great woman...

[@mattwiggin9458]

the most amazing woman on earth right now truly mother earth still walks among us this is the proof

[@goddesscapricorn]

The love that she spreads to our planet’s animals is so moving it has me crying tears of gratitude and love for her. May God protect and bless her and her animals every day of her life 🙏♥️😘

[@WildlifeObsessed]

What a wonderful Human Being - Orang of the Elephants !

[@bachtran5533]

I love all animals.. God bless you Lek..Thank you Lek..❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏

[@cyprescrow]

See what One little human being can do. Little perhaps in size, but with a heart as big and spacious as the ocean. Give this a thought... The love that lives in the heart of this tiny Thai woman, has not only given life and hope and joy and meaning back to many beings who are a hundred times bigger than she is, let alone from an entirely different species. It has also spread across the planet via the internet and is moving the hearts of us who are watching. It also set other people in motion, people who came from other countries even, offering to help and donate money to build the centre. That is the result of one woman's love and dedication.

[@adivikin]

Lots of love and respect for her 🙏 Thank you !

[@BrendaHoward411]

Bless you LEK. You are changing the world.

[@WeeeWriter]

Hello from Canada, Lek!! You're an angel xox

[@jjeenn66]

"my love is bigger than fear"...(bow) thank you... (bow) thank you ....(bow) thank you....her Buddha-nature shines through her in all dimensions of life...work/play...in every moment...thank you for showing the t-shirt scene....(bow bow bow) sublime.

[@Kurswagen]

this woman will definitely go to heaven. If any human deserves to be on this site, then Mrs. Lek with her big heart

[@Nola50]

That's a special Angel right there 😇

[@ivanreis1538]

LEK CHAILERT THE QUEEM OF THE ELEPHANTS.

[@rgalunas]

Love is bigger than fear!!! awesome woman!

[@Abigail-nt8ri]

I wish I was rich; I'd donate it to this lady for these sweet elephants 🐘❤️🐘

[@sumanthkris777]

Wow!! Amazing!! Lady.. Wow!!

[@johannacontent2613]

I agree, there are not many people who will do this her love is so beautiful and the trust she receives from them it is so beautiful ❤❤❤

[@karthik5ankaran]

Thanks dridgen for not mixing BGM. This is how I like my documentaries - freshly squeezed out of lens...

[@MikeSmith-fs9wh]

Lek is a 'Disney Princess' if there ever were one.

[@cacatr4495]

No comparison. Disney is fantasy, whereas Lek's loving action is for real.

[@barryjacobs8524]

They love her so much.

[@DaughterofJerusalem]

Love conquers fear. This is a remarkable woman to be feared. God bless you.

[@bachtran6358]

God bless you wonderful people... Thank you Sooooooooo much 🐘❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@loriweikel9551]

God Bless this Woman & Every Animal She Touches 😇🙏🏼💙😇🙏🏼💙😇🙏🏼💙😇🙏🏼💙😇🙏🏼💙😇🙏🏼💙

[@oceejekwam6829]

I love the way the elephants move in formation. They're so organised.

[@Robertahausen]

Have to love all these people that drop everything to do something for a being that can't do for themselves

[@davidkennedy4429]

GOD BLESS THIS LADY .....

[@sindud4335]

I wish this would be my future ❤️❤️

[@brucebenedon4812]

I believe it is impossible to not love this woman.

[@johannacontent2613]

She is beautiful soul, I admire her for the believe she has her saying "her love his bigger than" this is so heartwarming she truly is a beautiful person in an out. God Bless her ❤❤❤

[@JM-ij1om]

Not everyone sees animals the way she does. She truly is an inspiration!

[@redryderaus]

These amazing, gentle creatures love Lek. See them walking with her at 4:16 . They would never hurt her and would defend her as they would any of the herd.

[@singularityhq]

The way she sits next to the elephants 1:20...when they could simply crush her with a foot. Awesome.

[@kareel4160]

God bless you, Lek !!!😃😃😃

[@RenoLaringo]

If there is ONE perfect job in this world, this is it !

[@bartimaeusnathaniel3856]

Thanks for making this youtube video...Really really appreciate it. Hope you find peace. Amen

[@avuncular300]

Such a wonderful and caring woman.

[@rn3074]

One of my heroes! ❤

[@Sara-bd9vb]

I want to be like that woman when I get big

[@sonuzeenath8246]

really u r great

[@jayamuthulisilva5132]

Mee tooo

[@susanapol382]

God bless you, and your kindness, woman, and may you live long and fruitful years.

[@PaulRobert474]

Lek inspires me to be a better person to Animals, People AND places!

[@pavitrasriram3407]

A very great inspiration she is... God bless her long and successful life... I dont dare to fight for a street dog on my street when people throw stone at it... I could only plead them not to... She is fighting bigger and stronger people...

[@jamesbohlman4297]

We, as a species, will be better off when we make a greater effort to share the planet with other species.

[@kenno251]

Little person with a big heart !

[@adrestianyx7441]

She is without a doubt, the richest woman on the planet Earth. God bless you and your work David.

[@kkendell954]

We love all animals......Elephants are my favorites too as well as dogs

[@cricketsmith368]

If only all human beings had the compassion, love, & drive to act to protect *God's* critters as Lek does! What a different world we would inhabit! *God* bless her & her work today & always!