I Tried the Dalai Lama's (strict) Daily Routine - ep. 6

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[@PickUpLimes]

All the shots are so beautiful, Nathaniel, wow 🤩 brilliant story-telling as always.

[@nathanieldrew]

Thank you!!!

[@subhasishsarkarhere]

@@nathanieldrew thank you

[@Mannecas]

@@nathanieldrew yeeah. Thank you for this "little" journey.

[@emotionalawakening]

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[@caelintredoux2249]

Although who shot this video?

[@Burydbdjs]

“Although you may not always be able to avoid difficult situations, you can modify the extent to which you can suffer by how you choose to respond to the situation.” -- Dalai Lama

[@carls.1000]

Shit happens, deal with it! -My Mother

[@sidrasaniajaved1828]

It's perfect advice to make someone "COWARD"

[@sidrasaniajaved1828]

​@@carls.1000she says right ... It's for your own good

[@BeingIntegrated]

When I was 21 I started to formally study Tibetan Buddhism under a Tibetan teacher. It was so difficult! All the prayers and meditation and prostrations (I was also doing 108 every day, and 100,000 was the amount that was expected to get through “preliminary” practices and get to the next stage of meditation practice). Well I made it for about a year, got 10,000 prostrations done, but ultimately realized I either wasn’t ready or it just wasn’t for me. I went on to study psychotherapy and many other forms of Buddhism and meditation and realized that Tibetan Buddhism is just not practical for most people. Tibetan Buddhism is very close to my heart, I grew up around it (my parents are Buddhist) and was even blessed by a Tibetan lama when I was born. But of all the types of Buddhism it’s on of the most demanding forms of practice. I’ve actually been teaching meditation for the last 8 years now, but I teach a much more approachable and pragmatic style. But Tibetan Buddhism and Tibetan teachers are still the ones who really inspire me with their rich philosophy and beautiful tradition.

[@AJuresic]

Beautifully written. I'v never heard of this form of meditation. For me it's such a long time ago I did it constantly. Now I'm considering to give it a try again. To be clear, the 'regular' one...

[@dimitryivanov9778]

What is better: mantra type meditation or just focusing on your body? Answer please

[@BeingIntegrated]

@@dimitryivanov9778 there’s never a “better” meditation but one that helps you concentrate better or that is more suited to your goals… for me focusing on body sensations is better, but can’t say what’s better for anyone else (but focusing on body sensations will help with embodiment, while mantra meditation is more for honing focus

[@larrya1025]

It is true that the recitation require a strong commitment from us. I have been through it also. As for me i need to modify a little bit to accommodate my busy schedule. I recite the mantra between my work. Seven time normally. Then continue to work. Accompany by breathing with awareness. When we bring the practice throughout the day, it will be more than an hour in a room.

[@lifecolors4250]

what a beautiful story!!! I am a muslim and i am currently reading books about tibetan buddhism , its a wonderful i dont think its only a religion but a lifestyle hopefully one day i will be able to meditate near to buddhi status (theres no buddists in my country)

[@sarahu.38]

I love that the Dalai Lama emphasized the importance of meditation for our everday reality, mental health, and survival rather than for "nirvana" or the next life. So many people equate meditation with high spirituality without recognizing that it's actually a practical application. Yes, meditation can have spiritual implications, too. But it starts with the practical/mundane.

[@hanzoY248]

@Tobias John people who don't want to reach spiritual heights are still enamoured by the illusion that is the modern day society.

[@katocean4156]

Meditation is basically a very practical thing to do. For me, Goenka explained it the best

[@altenberg-greifenstein]

@Tobias John Completely going against logic, but you are an entirely spiritual person, so logical thinking can not be expected from you One could also call you hopelessly delusional, but are we not all. Most of what "society" taught us to think and believe is complete nonsense which would be easy to see as nonsense, alas it is hard to admit that it is nonsense when others still say that this nonsense makes the only sense.

[@KwisBwown]

did you love him sellin his soul and promoting the vaccine?

[@prettysimplemusic]

Broooo the editing is ridiculous!!! On par with a Netflix Documentary!!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@slowlivingwithsnehal]

This is by far the most artistic video you've ever made. Extremely peaceful and calming. Well done dude :)

[@overspes]

Once again an amazing piece of art, work and food for the mind. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@ahsan930]

I can't even imagine the amount of hard work that goes into making these. Great job!

[@kikiso3196]

Here a proud Tibetan watching your video about his holiness the Dalai Lama honestly made my day 🙏❤️ thank you and well done 👏 you did great 👍

[@khairbhat]

This video was such an eye opener for me especially when you're going through a spiral of existential crisis and depression. This was so helpful. Thank you so much for such valuable content, Nat !

[@zain4019]

Bless you, my love

[@AnuragTiwari-dw7uj]

You will come out stronger than ever. Ask the universe for happiness and peace and you will receive!

[@namgyalwangmo1108]

My Name is Namgyal and I am Tibetan. I follow your channel for the past three years but this video is something personal for me and thank you so much.

[@adityaparsheera]

I come from the trans-Himalayan region of Northern India and Buddhism is a big part of our life. I've been living in Texas for 3 years now. This video is very special. Thank you Nathaniel!

[@jasonberry3676]

bsy sad

[@pragneshghoniya]

I saw an interview of Dalai Lama where they talked about how he is living his life full of values for others, and Dalai Lama replied that " I am not providing values, I am just doing what is right and society finds its own way to idiolise it" now seeing Nathaniel doing his routine, he was kind of right.

[@khalilahd.]

I love that you completely commit yourself to living like these incredible historic figures. It gives us a chance to see what made them so great and remember the important things I’m life. I love this series thank you for sharing your experience 💜

[@VeronicaWang]

this is beautiful. meditation has helped me a lot. I stopped meditating in feb and its safe to say my life has been trash since I stopped. time to get back to it. thanks for the beautiful video xo

[@Ellary_Rosewood]

Slowing down/Slow living has been my main focus in the last couple of years. I've tried to show it in my own videos and in my work. I've always felt like I was in a rush to get to the next thing that I often took the things that were around me for granted. It's made such a huge change in my life to just stop, slow down, and breath. Appreciate everything that's around you right now. Don't be in a rush to get through life because it will be over before you know it. The only moment we truly have is now. ❤️

[@Chamburito]

Routine: 3am - Wake up, shower, prayers meditations, postrations 5am - Short walk around residence 5:30am - Breakfast (Tsampa) 6am - Continue morning meditation and prayers 9am - Study Buddhist texts 11:30am - Lunch (Favorite: Noodle soup) 12:30pm - Conducts interviews and does work 3:30pm - Personal time (Hobbies like repairing watches and gardening) 5pm - Evening tea and meditations 7pm - Sleep

[@jerry-mind-sky]

Big thx.

[@spudinator1522]

Tip: before falling into slumber, repeat this mantra: I am not my body, I am not my mind. This will cut your amount of needed sleep in half and you'll wake up relaxed and full of energy.

[@mermaid8656]

@@spudinator1522 is it the mantra said by SADHGURU in his Isha meditation?

[@spudinator1522]

@@mermaid8656 Yeah lol

[@KwisBwown]

you forgot sell out and promote the vaccine

[@BenRobson123]

Beautiful, as always Nathaniel. A great reminder that consciously dedicating some time and space to slow down, can bring us great peace amongst our increasingly hectic lives. Thank you ❤️

[@GustavoOliveira-jm7bq]

this story has become my favorite piece you’ve ever made so far.

[@simratkaur433]

Just when I thought I couldn't fall more in love with your videos. I absolutely love this series and to see you fully commit to living these morning routines. I've recently started to practice meditation and 108 Surya namaskars in the morning and it has brought me so much calm and clarity in my life. Thank you for sharing your experience.

[@ivona5652]

The visual storytelling is absolutely superb on this one, very inspiring!

[@tenzinjamyang8804]

As a Tibetan I appreciate your research and promoting positive vives

[@karuna1936]

So great that you practiced and mentioned Tonglen! I hope more people try this practice! It's actually part of a whole system of training called Lojong (mind training), so one can try to learn and apply these teachings. :) Thanks Nathaniel!

[@TenzDelek]

Beautifully delivered 👏. Being a tibetan, happy and honored to see such content 😊

[@DanielsJournal]

Thanks Nathaniel for this amazing video! I truly agree that slowing down is one of the most important and intentional things we have to apply in our own life! We often just get swept away with moments without taking the time to appreciate it.

[@Justjustice546]

Meditation and prayer completely changed my life. After a few days, your mind becomes quiet and your soul starts to speak 💆🏽‍♂️❤️

[@xokarliebabieexo]

Yes I agree. Me too 💕💕

[@Costlyrocket]

Only noticed now how close the words “meditation” and “medication” are lol

[@Justjustice546]

@@Costlyrocket oh no I just realized the typo 🤣🤣

[@private7419]

@@Costlyrocket Also, interesting is "business" and "busyness." ;-)

[@bbacalhau]

oh dude! You're too good what the heck!

[@JonathanDoku]

I know right

[@huslenmunkh5904]

We always say that word "Om mani padme hum" when we are in a dangerous or nervous situation in Mongolia. But I have just realized the meaning of that from your video. JEWEL IN THE LOTUS. Great, thank you sooooooo muchh. Now I can say it with confidence cuz I know It is beautiful

[@ommanipadmehum4975]

Without the meaning and the faith mantra does not produce the expected effect ! You have to connect « the 6 syllables mantra » to your suffering experience, to the suffering experience you perceive and feel on others ❕ You have to work the mantra in order it comes to channel all the supreme karma charged by thousands years of ten of thousand great monks and nuns and spiritual practictioners under ordinary form of living… Om Mani Pad me Hum Make the Lotus flower resplendish again (day after day)❗️

[@ShivamRaina-dm9df]

@Louis Aballea actually om is a sound first mentioned in Rigveda .Buddhism has taken many things from Hinduism

[@AJuresic]

The 'walking meditation' you mentioned at the end of the video triggered me. This is something which I genuinely enjoy, but never realized you could consider this a form of meditation. Wandering around with no goal and just looking around. Especially in the morning. It's sounds crazy, but I thought ''I am too young to enjoy morning walks". While others loved to sleep in, I would go for a walk in the morning. Hangover or not (life happens). But I've learned the older I get the more I appreciate the mornings instead of the evenings and that's perfectly fine. And the video, well what to say. Perfect as always!

[@itsdavidmora]

I can feel my whole way of being shift as I watch this video. Thank you for the love, compassion, & artistry you put into your work, Nathaniel.

[@AngeliqueLusuan]

Love the series you've been doing. I personally think this is one of your best videos yet. The storytelling, the cinematography, your honesty, and the pacing are all ❤️ Everyone must definitely try slowing down.

[@ConradRichardson]

Love the pacing and aesthetic. The story speaks for itself! Good going Mr Drew! ✌️

[@MrAvaraa]

Dalai Lama is amazing, I recommend his book The Art of Happiness, great inspiration on compassion and understandind otherness and self

[@omigodilovegreenday]

This video means a lot to me as a Tibetan Buddhist practitioner, discovering her own daily routine. Thank you (with heartfelt tears) and Love

[@rangzen4175]

Same here.🙏🙏🙏tashi delek.

[@erikaeriksson8498]

I relate so much! After my inflammation I realised I want to live a more present and slow life so I started my own journey with reading up on mediation, mindfulness, how to handle stress and pain. I found a few techniques that works for me like painting with the purpose of not value it and to focus on my breathing and just let the brush do whatever it wants. It is hard! But it is a proses where you learn everyday to be more presence and you notice more often when you aren’t so you can remind yourself to come back to the presence which I call the endless training.

[@tomfoxmusic]

one of my new favorites. beautiful work

[@trinityrainey7349]

By far one of my favorite videos of yours. Thank you for these. Its nice to have playing while working to help me remember to remain intentional

[@TheLubiDiary]

Wow! This reminds me of Vipassana (silent meditation retreat) We would wake up at 4am every day and meditate for about 10-12 hours each day. Two meals, all vegan, and no speaking/eye contact/ or physical contact was permitted. It was life changing.

[@phanikatam4048]

how do you get 10 days in life ? even no college , school , office accept you for 10 days without contact you

[@oompaloompa8077]

What does life changing mean exactly?

[@phanikatam4048]

@@oompaloompa8077 it means seeing things as it is , inner happiness is high ,high motivation , higher memory , consciousness ,patience , easily we avoid bad habits .....always we feel energetic and happiness ..... Leads to success and happiness ...

[@TheLubiDiary]

@@phanikatam4048 This was well said. To answer your question about how to get 10 days: University offer winters, spring, and summer break. If you are working in addition to school, you will need to ask for time off and have money saved to do it. It's certainly not easy to do and Vipassana is not easy either. Part of the life changing moment is deciding that you want to change, what you will do for the change, and then do everything you can to make it happen. It doesn't have to be Vipassana but great change requires great sacrifice- in that order.

[@phanikatam4048]

@@TheLubiDiary thank you for reply anapana on first 3 days and vipasana body scan on 7 days right ?? I am software engineer so getting 10 days leave is difficult task. I am trying to find out what it is to do daily practice of 1 hour . Please explain your experience or attach any article to know details

[@sukhangsiblings]

Thank you @Nathaniel Drew i am humbled grateful and touched beyond words. Being Tibetan it’s means a lot for me. Peace…

[@pedrocastillotorres8095]

That “internal universe” thing made me smile 😊 thanks a lot, as always!

[@tenzinlhoden]

Great video as always! as a Tibetan myself, really appreciate it🙏🏼

[@diego_andriniguez500]

The story is beatiful, the composition, the editing, the respect you gave to this way of life, the eloquence of your words…. You rock Señor Nathaniel 🤟🏼

[@pawntozy]

Immediately I saw this I thought, there may be a struggle to integrate this into everyday life, especially living in a city. But it's wonderful that you could acknowledge that and provide insights on that manner of thinking. Overall I'd say it was worth living vicariously through your experience, looking forward to who you try next! Good work Nathaniel

[@sarahedgar8812]

Stunning work. Gasped at the drone shot of you looking out the window. Also enjoyed your insights of course!

[@rebekkakasser4921]

I am from Austria and I am so glad you got to experience my home country during such a beautiful time of the year! :) I loved the video!

[@dolchoe]

Thank you for highlighting a bit about the Tibetan culture and Tibetan Buddhism. Your story telling is as beautiful as the way you shoot your video! ✨

[@seaofsolace]

It is so amazing that you are documenting your life. I cant wait in 20 years for you to revisit those videos as a man in his 40s. I will be 63 then and will be watching! I visited Salzburg a few years ago. What a beautiful little city. I loved it.

[@johannaf.6658]

I can't believe you're a actually in Austria filming this incredible video. As a Austrian myself this is amazing to watch wow✨

[@GreenGardenGamer]

Something I try to do with mindfulness is experiencing "X" for the first time with every day activities: making a cup of coffee, showering, walking around. "Anything can be a meditation" is absolutely true and it's honestly fun getting into the swing of things

[@TheTenzii1]

even u didn't showed all the periods of meditation still i felt u did it. so nice n pure. thank you

[@pemagyaltsen5133]

Even at the age of 88 His Holiness the Dalai Lama doesn’t rests, in order to bring peace and compassion in this world. Be able to even live 10% of the life He lives, would make our lives and the lives of those around us so much better and meaningful. Loved the video through and through ❤

[@bobbiemurray3354]

Cool series you have done. It makes you reflect on your regular routines and how we can improve them.

[@lilyperaza8058]

You have given me so many great tips and tricks on how to navigate this world in a more mindful way! For that I am very thankful

[@antonywmduma]

The quality of this is amazing, something that can easily be on BBC Entertainment

[@anonymousp4774]

it feels like i've watched a premium video without paying. how's that possible. love u nathaniel from the philippines

[@yas_singh]

This is amazing , well done , love the incorporation of spiritual teachings through practical experience. Thank you 🙏

[@brandonwoods1138]

Nathaniel this was such a well shot and edited video! I absolutely loved it and the message behind it. There's so value in slow living I hope to be able to practise this some day

[@centralcore_]

Thanks for all the positive energy you provided in this beauty, Nate. This is the most both informative and entertaining quality content I've watched so far.

[@philfashion5962]

bro u are genius u r litterally changing my life .

[@sujanithtottempudi2991]

Nathaniel...on the other hand......I m also extremely appreciative of your inner confidence....when you are living a monk life....and yet very confident unaffected by world around...I really wish...you continue your experiment with spirituality 🙏

[@hellboundtruck123]

Sending you prayers from Ladakh, great video 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@mr.kylecohen]

Continuously inspired by the level of intentionality and quality you put behind your videos!

[@CorporateCreators]

Your combination of gorgeous scenery, slow pacing, brilliant editing and calm nature makes me feel like I'm meditating just watching your video. Brilliant as always, Nathaniel.

[@_GuillaumeH]

Austria looks amaaaaaaaazing, thanks for sharing those crazy landscapes with us :)

[@barbaraszabo3084]

Thank you for making this about the Dalai Lama! Love these videos eye opening! :) Beautiful images!

[@szz1631]

I’m super excited for this religious series that is coming up! I’m not pretty restricted to one religion and would like to also experiment with different rituals and I think this series is going to help me a lot! Can’t wait!!

[@millie-oliveiras]

dude the amount of times you changed this thumbnail lol!!!! you’re so indecisive nathan

[@OccasionallyChloe]

The shot at 10:03 is STUNNING like the lighting and coloring is incredible holy shit

[@aryaqueen007]

Wow i love it . Being a Tibetan i am impressed by your effort and your over all video creation is mind blowing. Keep it up.

[@MsMulugeta]

Thanks! I came across this video as I was making my morning coffee. It inspired me. And helped me to sip my coffee mindfully even for a brief moment. Blissful is my word for the day!!!

[@laisklain]

I only came to watch this video now but it was the absolute perfect timing. The breath of life I needed. I'm really passionate about your work, keep going!

[@dorjesherpa9882]

We need a peaceful and beautiful world you are right and how pleasing it is that you followed his holiness daily routine. 👍

[@joshduncan3621]

Bro holy production quality - great video!

[@Melanie-wy9jd]

You're an amazing story teller & your visuals are beautiful as always! Loved this vid and so many of your others! 🙌🏻

[@FonGomez]

My favourite from the series so far

[@nathanieldrew]

muchas gracias amigo!!

[@ArunMehtavordhosbn]

This video is amazing but Tonglen meditation was the best part. Got to know something new. Thanks for this Nathaniel.

[@visionary.thoughts]

It’s crazy how in many distinct ways we are all searching for that sense of peace and fulfillment in life. This is a great topic because I believe that once you learn to tap into/embrace your childlike spirit; then you truly start to see and live life the way it was meant to be enjoyed, rather than endured. I talked about this, along with living in the moment, in my most recent KZbin video on my channel, if any of you are interested in watching. I hope it resonates and I pray that all of you find true peace and fulfillment on your journey through this life. Great video once again bro. Welcome back! Shalom🙏🏾

[@MyBestLife1]

Ever since practicing a 💫SACRED💫 morning routine, meditating first thing in the am, dedication the first hour or so of my day to Self, and moving slowly & intentionally, my life and my 🌬 BEING have deepened & elevated in divine ways that can't even be explained. I call it my *Rising Ritual.* Thanks for sharing Nathaniel. 💚🙏🏾

[@Yuri-mn3fe]

Thank you for doing a meditation video on Dalai Lama's routine. It is interesting. Structure is helpful for meditation. I love how at the end of it all ( the meditative experience)... You feel so light hearted and free. I had did a 7 days Buddhist retreat (with group of people) before and it was an experience. I loved it but life got busy and I hadn't meditated for quite awhile. It's was also eat once a day before 12 noon then bowing, meditation, chanting Buddha's name and reciting the sutra. I am starting meditation again this year so I am excited. Perhaps you can experience a 7 days retreat for your next video Pureland Buddhist style? Great job on the video :)

[@Perspectiveside]

This is the refocus that I needed today. Thank you for this beautiful teaching 🙏🏼

[@DrDre-un1qk]

unreal ! seems like art the way you express your story throo these videos

[@umeshuj534]

Literally I appreciate your efforts both in taking physical action and making of video. It's very easy to talk abt any positive mantras but its most challenging and tough situation to enforce it, once we learn it or adopt it then we are unstoppable. Once again thank you for this great content...

[@ukstudent1]

Honestly, this is the best video I've ever watched explaining why the words of Om mani padme hum, my other spirtual teacher in my second old school taught me to say this, but now I understand why. I'm going to try my best to do something and bring it to my routime, I was wondering what really can I do in my small room and my place, but now I undersatnd why, I think you deserve the views which you got for this video. Thanks so much for this video Nanthaniel Daniel.

[@mustafahassan8572]

I was curious to know why you were not putting videos on this channel. But it's good to see you again.

[@fanny.in.french]

This is such a beautiful and inspiring video Nathaniel! I want to integrate more of the Dalai Lama's way of life into my own. I'm a little lost at the moment, I never get on with meditation more than 5 days in a row so I take this video as a sign from the universe that I need to keep going. xx from France 🥰

[@agrforreal9074]

dude even besides the fact the videos are cool, they're so well made and informative too

[@Tzchoedak]

Thank you for shining light on wisdom of Tibetan Buddhism. We all should try to adopt the routine of person we truly admire. U r simply outcome of ur routine.

[@marianagallardo3238]

The quality of your videos omg, a pleasure to watch and listen. Love from Argentina 💕

[@e9s42tv69mo]

absolutely badass experiment! Thank you for sharing this with us!

[@luisdeltoro1]

I loved this piece, Nathaniel, it filled me with inspiration to continue developing and cultivating habits that can help me live a more intentional life. Thank you for all that you do and share with us 🙏

[@rowanwhile]

I love you, you're amazing. Absolutely beautiful video dude, keep up your incredible work. You're a huge inspiration.

[@sophia-kr1xv]

I cannot express in words how incredible the quality (+ content of course) of your videos are ! WOOOOW!

[@carinataira8130]

Amazing edit!! I can't believe this is available for free, such quality ! Thank you 😍

[@Burydbdjs]

“You have power over your mind - not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength" -- Marcus Aurelius, Meditations

[@WilliamJonesChess]

Beautiful Drone Shot at 7:05 to 07:20 Looks like something from a movie!

[@fivebyfivesound]

Great closing prompt/question at the end of day 2. Thanks for this 🙏🏽

[@monika88535]

Oh, you where in Austria - welcome

[@__jake.m]

Pictures are beautiful because we slow down and take the time to look at them. I try to live like every moment of my life is a picture, because it is. Thanks for the reminder.

[@jamiefordx]

Yeah the shots are for real next level...... I like the work you are doing!

[@JadaJoWarner]

you are an incredible storyteller. thank you for using your gift