5 Transformational Journal Ideas | A Monk’s Perspective

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Which of these journals resonates with you?

[@ResoluteRonin]

I been journaling a lot over the past few months and have found it very helpful. I appreciate you responding to me when I last commented. I did not expect that. I been alone approx. 7 months with my dogs in an old camper trailer. I start every morning by getting out of bed and sitting on the floor petting my dogs while telling them how lucky I feel, I meditate, walk bare foot in the grass everyday, write and cook. I am finding many benefits to this. I very much enjoy and find benefit in your videos. Thank you so much for making these videos.

[@kchannel5317]

The Shadow journal is very eye opening. Being critical of yourself and acknowledging that you have certain emotions, is a good way too develop emotional intelligence. Being critical of yourself in a realistic way can guide you to accept yourself for who you are, and show you the space were you need to change.

[@gavinsnana]

As you went through the journal ideas, each seemed beneficial. I was relieved when you gave permission to create as many journals as desired. I’m retired and committed to becoming a better me. I’m grateful beyond words to have been spiritually prompted to Google Buddhism and find you. From day one I’ve been devouring your KZbin messages and learning as much as possible. I’m committed to spend as much time as necessary to apply Buddhist principles in my life and practicing. My appetite for learning, absorbing and internalizing all that you offer is insatiable. I often listen to the same message more than once so that I don't miss anything. Thank you a million times over for devoting time to the growth of others.Everything you do is greatly appreciated and I’m always looking forward to your newest session as I work through the past ones. I’ve been a subscriber for about a month.

[@shivanigole1665]

The venting journal

[@nickkeomahavong01]

@@shivanigole1665 wonderful

[@letgobehere1990]

I just burst into tears because I am so grateful for everything in my life that led me to where I am today, sitting and watching this video, working on myself, studying myself like a scientist, and putting my growth at the top of my priorities - I'm so grateful to have found these videos and so grateful you take the time to make them for us. These are such a gift. 🙏

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Aww thank you so much kaya! Please keep up with the great work that you are doing 😀😀

[@KT-no8ll]

I love seeing you laugh. You have an amazing balance between the monastic life, and an understanding of the outside world :)

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Thank you so much my friend 😊😊

[@shannonrobinson4701]

That's what I'm doing. Getting confident in it;p

[@SuperNexus19]

Me too! So much sincere and pure joy in it !

[@christelelang7250]

Dear Nick! I m your new fan! I m 50 years old , I live in Spain. Thank you so much for your teachings. A great mission.

[@rfeshaye1643]

Thank you so much for your wisdom 🙏

[@bixby451]

Journaling has helped me in my darkest moments. My mind fills with negative thoughts and my journal is the place where I can dump all those bad thoughts. Without this practice I don’t think I would be here today.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Yes its definitely a powerful tool.

[@marlenerichardson4429]

Today I am grateful for Nick and his guidance

[@notezbeinggreencm]

Thank you so much 🙂 “ when the student is ready the teacher will appear “ For me, that’s you! 🙂

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu Sadhu 😊 we're glad you're here Colleen.

[@loridupuy1428]

You know what....I think so too! 5 years ago I was told that i was going blind.. and its starting to get worse and I'm getting bitter. But I also realize that there is more to life than sight with the eyes...is sight with the soul

[@MaralSheikhzadeh]

Ven. Nick, I like you a lot. I am learning from you a lot. Thank you for sharing your wisdom.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

It’s my pleasure. Thank you so much maral 😀

[@mariannedovani-shotton4997]

Wow it happened again! I've not watched any videos of yours for a while but watching this today, I got those amazing feelings again of energy, awareness and warmth. I was reminded of my journey and just being human. I could listen to you for hours as I find your clarity so powerful. The smile and laugh just aids my learning. Thank you!

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Thank you so much Marianne 😊 welcome back!

[@susanharkema2888]

Your laugh is pure joy! Thank you for these suggestions, but also your laugh.

[@giftgjbc]

Thank you for your guidance. Are you Laotian? I am Laotian. It is very heartwarming to be able to get guidance from a monk with out having to be present in a temple. I love that you show that these concepts can be learned by anyone, not limiting them through a certain religion. Through your videos , is the time I have felt most connected to buddhism and myself.

[@TheYazmanian]

Yes he is from Laos

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu Sadhu Jenny. Yes I'm Laotian as well. I hope you are doing well 😊😊

[@celticqueen1970]

I love how Nik stops in realization and pauses n laughs! Lol makes me laugh as well!! So healthy to have humor with oneself.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

😆😆 thank you my friend

[@SFlaidlaw101]

I've got my journal out and I'm ready 💗

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Yesssss Shifairah. I'm glad to hear 😊😊

[@samreplete1842]

You are everywhere..

[@lisaoloughlin6476]

Thank you Nick for your ideas and concepts for inner work. Yes when I think about all the time Ive wasted on negative thoughts and how that keeps me down, is a REAL eye opener. Thank you. Om Shanti....blessings to you and your family there and abroad

[@pootlovatowashere]

Wonderful video Nick! I have just stumbled across your channel through my recommended tab and I'm so grateful I did. Your energy and presence are both so comforting and assuring! Sending you so much love and light ✨ I also love the analogy you used when referring to shadow work, so well-spoken!!!

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Aww thank you so much my friend. I'm glad it's helpful and welcome to the channel 😊😊 we're glad you're here.

[@scsmurfette2196]

Your laugh is like a colorful rainbow on a rainy day. Thank you for sharing your wisdom🙏

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Aww thank you so much 😊

[@selinameier6177]

I am so glad that I found you Nick. You gave me direction when I had none, you gave me a place to start and the courage to do so. Thank you so much for your strength and wisdom.

[@ascendinguniversalbutterfly]

Journaling is just so extremely powerful, we are like the internal concepts of pyramids and shelving begins at one level then filters into the deeper layers, unravelling and unearthing at the core. So much is exposed and deep realisation dawns about who we are at the surface level and reaching the Ocean bed, the depths of knowingness and acceptance. Thank you so much for an amazing video, so freeing and insightful, I hope this video will assist many beings. Love, respect and honour💜💖🦋⭐️

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you

[@LuvOfLalaland]

Thank you so much for sharing this useful human savior tool. I've only used it for a week and I'm much more clearer these days. I can't follow plans and this is one of the benefits I have received from using this technique. Thank you Nike. I hope you grow worldwide until everyone knows you.

[@horsedogdognotebook9295]

I like that I can trust that Nick is truly giving guidance and not just trying to get followers,#'s, $'s.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Thank you so much my friend 😊😊 that’s very kind of you!

[@SteveYFit-cj2vl]

I journaled years ago and the stopped. I tried again using a computer based journal, I didn't like that version. I started again with pen and paper, this time making it about my thoughts. I don't mention anyone else, so there is no fear of others reading. It helps me release.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful my friend. Keep it up 😊

[@Spanish702]

Good morning. I do got it. I am grateful for being alive. Grateful for having you!

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you my friend

[@carolwilliams1197]

Your presentation was so very inspiring, I feel willing to reembark on journaling now.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful Carol. yes please give it a try :)

[@Cv.650]

I’m so grateful having found you on KZbin ! Thank you!🙏

[@nickkeomahavong01]

You’re welcome! Welcome to the channel 😊

[@CoDisorders]

blessings to you!

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu sadhu 😀😀 thank you so much my friend

[@kidsfavoritesongs]

I really enjoy when you bring your monk experience to our lives, not everyone can make it.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much my friend. I do my best to make it practical and applicable 🙂🙂🙂

[@maryriley9132]

❤thank you so much. You have helped me so much. Thank you

[@nickkeomahavong01]

You are so welcome!

[@birgitlumiere9035]

Thank-you so much, dear Monk Nick Keomahavong :-)) helping us on our way to make peace inside... and all the progress we can make.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂 Glad its helpful birgit

[@onoff_solutions]

Very helpful. Thank You!!! I found vey idea very helpful!! ❤️

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful! Thank you so much 😊

[@purpledreamer9654]

I started up a daily practice of gratitude afew years ago when I was struggling to come to terms with my new life of living in constant pain and being bedbound Since I started it even though I still live with daily ongoing pain i know that I will get through this time and come out the other side Stronger than I am Namaste 🙏🌟💜🌟🙏

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Beautiful my friend. Sending you blessings and have a speedy recovery ☺️

[@purpledreamer9654]

@@nickkeomahavong01 thank you for responding Very much appreciated 🙏🌟🙏

[@Kat-ko4hj]

Gratitude, will be my first one ... I find these chats are absolutely amazing. So simple, no judgment. 🙏🏽🇨🇦

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Great. yes the gratitude journal is powerful 🙂🙂🙂

[@jackiebland1185]

Hi I wanted to thank you for these videos I am what is called a lightworker and I'm sure you know what I'm talking about and everything that you're saying in these videos is what I've been trying to teach and put across to anyone who follows me. So I've been sharing your videos because you explain it better than what I am. I love how common your voice sounds and I could listen to the way that you teach for hours I appreciate you putting that positive energy out there and I will continue to share your videos and incorporate them with what I'm trying to teach people

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Thank you so much jackie and thank you for the work you do. keep it up :)

[@dianaadhdchannel]

You are a gift to us, to me. Thank you. I’ve been journaling for years but never the way you explained it. You articulate your messages with such ease and Grace. Recently I discovered through professional means, that mirror neurons like to through full- blown house parties in my head, heart and spirit. It’s a lot to process and endure, but I am learning everyday how to navigate the emotions. Sometimes it feels like a full on assault to my senses and emotions.. I felt so incredibly alone throughout this painful discovery, no one could understand. I didn’t even want to explain. None the less, through professional means and now your channel I am grateful for the strong intuition it has gifted me. There are no words to describe how much I am thankful for your presence here🌸

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful. Thank you Diana. I'm glad it resonates with you 😊😊

[@sahira11]

Would love to know in depth about shadow journal. Thankyou Nick.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Yes I'll have to explore that I'm greater depth for sure 😊

[@sahira11]

@@nickkeomahavong01 looking forward to it 🙂

[@lj6079]

Thank you. I have known that I am a very critical person and family Nd it very difficult to see good in others and myself. Will start with a journal

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful my friend 😊

[@mariapenilla8993]

I'm very thankful to have found this channel.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Thank you Maria. Welcome to the channel ☺️😄

[@job6801]

Nick, I came across your channel today and I am already inspired by the two videos I watched. I see how your teachings can/will transform lives. You speak so clearly and kindly and with such direct meaningful instructions/suggestions. I thank you very much. I hope I wont need a video from you teaching how to NOT binge watch. Your steps are very practical and I see how they will help in my transformation. I have tried gratitude journalling and sometimes when I go back and re-read the stuff feels artificial as if I just wrote things just to keep the practice going. I backed off a little. I also journal my thoughts, dreams and ideas, (in one journal) but not consistently. I will continue and apply your suggestions and be more intentional - not just write to not skip a day, but write with the intention of learning and growing from whatever parts of me get unmasked. Blessings to you and all your 'students'.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Beautiful my friend! I’m glad it’s helpful and welcome to the channel. Please keep us posted on your progress 😊

[@job6801]

@@nickkeomahavong01 I shall

[@sofieskott4459]

Thanks for this very helpful video. I often have negative thoughts and it’s affecting my everyday life a lot. I will definitely start a gratitude journal. 🙏

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful Sofie 😊😊

[@PrettySunShines]

Thank you so much Venerable Nick for your amazing helpful videos you post. They have helped me and my family a lot.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful! i'm glad its helpful. Please say hello to your family :)

[@nelliemoore3792]

Thank you 🙏 dear Venerable Nick.. journalling.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

You're welcome 😊

[@janelintern6969]

I really enjoyed this video - I am a Christian but everything you said made huge sense - so good!! Thank you. Blessings to you too.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful. Thank you so much jane :)

[@jkustiak]

I'm grateful for you Nick in sharing your wisdom and gifts - love you videos

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you so much Jeff. Glad it's helpful.

[@gwyns611]

Thank you for this video. It is very helpful. I have been journaling since last November for my anxiety. I never followed a structure to my journal just randomly wrote my thoughts, feelings and gratitude. But I like the ones you presented and I'm all the information you gave behind each one. I will definitely be trying these. Thanks again!

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful Gwyn. Yes give it a shot and keep us updated 🙂🙂

[@kevincombes3159]

I had never conceived of compartmentalizing journaling as you outline. I'd had only thought in terms of writing one all encompassing journal. I can see the benefit of writing the varying journals. For me, as someone plagued by negative thoughts, a gratitude journal could be very helpful.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful. I'm glad to hear. Yes try it out to see if it's a good fit 🙂

[@nataliadavidson9390]

Thank you! 😊

[@kellyssimplesouthernlife2174]

Thank you Nick once again for sharing what you’ve learned. Very helpful suggestions here.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

It's a pleasure Kelly. Thank you so much ☺️

[@Lexiisxin]

Thank you so much for sharing Nick!❤️

[@nickkeomahavong01]

You're welcome my friend. thank you xin :)

[@csohrab]

shadow one is new for me and I think difficult to work with. therefore I have to try this one. thx very much for sharing your thoughts about journaling.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful. Yes give it a try and update us on your progress. I hope it helps :-)

[@susiepegelindon2244]

I am grateful for this! Thankyou.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you

[@MrMartgolf]

Thank you so much Nick, you have helped me so much through my frightening anxiety attacks, I feel the Gratitude journal will be a good start, I look forward to your book also on meditation, Sadhu Sadhu Sadhu 🙏🙏🙏

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful martin. Thank you so much 😊

[@doalma8162]

I have watched a lot of your videos and I would like to thank you for the value and perspective you have given. I'm learning a lot, I'm trying to follow your guidance, I just wanted to thank you and let you know how much I admire your work.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Awww thank you so much my friend :) I'm glad it's helpful.

[@_lalo_jimenez]

What’s up nick I’m new to all this and there’s a week that goes by where I’m doing good and I go back into the mindset that keeps me sad but your videos really give me motivation to be better and do better 🙏🏽❤️

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Thank you. Just observe yourself and allow it to pass. You got this my friend.

[@samuelgio1975]

I need all kind of these journaling. 😄I think the point is to stop & analyze

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful! yes give it a try :)

[@clayhaddon3968]

Hi Nick keep up the good work you are helping all of us in one way or another Thank you

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu Sadhu clay. Thank you so much. Hope you are doing well 😊😊

[@TangoPo]

Really, really good technique and presentation. I am grateful.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much Pauline 🙂🙂🙂

[@siska_yulianti]

Nick, thank you so much for introducing these to us. Journaling helped me vent out my emotions when those emotions came suddenly, and instead of venting it out to people around me, I am writing it in the journal. Maybe it is part of the PMS. But it does help!

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Yes the journaling can save us a lot of potential heartache and conflicts :)

[@siska_yulianti]

@@nickkeomahavong01 I wonder if you talked about "Inner child scars" and how they will affect an individual when they became parents? Namo Buddhaya Bhante from a Buddhist in Indonesia. Oh maybe it is different, from how other Buddhists greet a monk in other countries? But "Bhante" is how we will greet a Buddhist monk in Indonesia with our two hands forming "Anjali" or tulips like shape in front of our chest. Have a great day! and Thank You!

[@annemoefaauo7055]

Thank you for this talk on journaling. I realise I have used all these types of journaling with positive effect but included it in one journal. Identifying the different purpose for each type of journal makes so much sense to me and explains why I have not gone into things deeply for long, because my intention was confused. Thank you for giving me clarity. I look forward to more of your videos. 😊🙏

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Thanks you so much Anne ☺️☺️

[@mariahartsfield5467]

Thank you

[@dilihopa]

Thank you Nick.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 its a pleasure. Thank you.

[@marianneelvan5127]

Thank you for sharing:) I love making artjournals and I think I can combine it with for example a gratitude journal.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Beautiful Marianne! That’s awesome 😊

[@kbvvl3186]

Thank you so much

[@nickkeomahavong01]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@louisel.sinniger2057]

Hi Nick, I just watched your video. I am thankful I found your site. Although I do not journal I have come to be thoughtful & understanding of the things you speak of. As I have gotten older I have found myself to be more observant of myself & and others around me. I have slowly, consciously made changes ( for the better) in me and my outlook in life. I have come back to meditation, and the calm it brings me. I enjoy when I see notice of another video from you. You have such a calming demeanor. Thank you so much. .

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Thank you so much Louise. I'm glad you have your meditation practice. It's so important. Keep up the great work 😊

[@claudiajendrusch1744]

Awesome 👏

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Thank you 😌

[@ssmashroowala5188]

Thanks nick.. Kalyana mitta... Sadhu...❤️🙏

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you sejal.

[@Lisa_RNHealthHub]

Yes please to the prompts from you. Thank you for your videos.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Thank you so much Lisa ☺️

[@RevealerOfNow]

Thank you for this great reminder to be grateful daily. Did this a few years ago to get out of my destructive self which definitely worked over a 3 year period. Wouldn't be where I am now if I hadn't been consistent with it. "As human beings we have defilements, anger, greed, delusion. If you didn't we'd call you Enlightened" 😂 @ 16:40

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you Jason. Haha.

[@ss27ish]

I absolutely love all your videos!

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you so much

[@charjennable]

Thank you for sharing this insightful message! J

[@nickkeomahavong01]

You are so welcome jennifer :)

[@cassandram6126]

Thank you for sharing and enlightening me 💜

[@nickkeomahavong01]

It's a pleasure. Thank you cassandra 😊

[@Faith-eu7nw]

Thanks 🙏 so much - fabulous tips. 🙌

[@nickkeomahavong01]

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much faith 🙂🙂🙂

[@musicsthlm]

Thank you ❣️

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you

[@SevenUnwokenDreams]

I am going to start a meditation journal because I have been struggling with it for a year.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful ☺️☺️

[@ganeshv2334]

Always grateful ❤️❤️❤️

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Thank you my friend 😊

[@ganeshv2334]

@@nickkeomahavong01 you made my day Thank you a lot💚💚💚

[@angelus_solus]

Every time I start a journal, it devolves into venting and I give up after a week or so because I either end up writing the same things over again, or just get tired of writing in general. Besides, my mind travels quicker than my hand can keep up and I've found myself leaving out entire words before. The shadow journal is rather amusing, simply because I have so little to think about that part of my attention turned inward...which began acting as a monitoring/observational system. I know I have anger and ego issues, for sure, and had jealousy issues with people in loving relationships...something I've never really had in all of my 44 years. In fact, I used to internally seethe at happy couples. I intensely hated them because they had what I didn't, and probably never will...even though I've been married and divorced three times. Of course, all three of those times happened before I was diagnosed with my mental disorder and put on medication. Ironic that now I'm calmed down and stable, no one wants me because the drugs made me shut down to the point that I'm too quiet, too boring and more withdrawn. Gotta love the drug companies and their almighty pharmaceuticals! Any road...after a while I stopped being jealous about their happiness, because they're not always happy and have their confrontations and arguments that no one sees. I'm sure part of that was just me giving up and crawling into my shell, but at least the anger and jealousy left. Now if only I could blunt my anger and ego.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

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[@Kasea-zv1pq2fo5v]

I'm following you

[@nickkeomahavong01]

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[@Kasea-zv1pq2fo5v]

Hi i'm Monk MONK PALAMY JALERNSOUK I life in Laos🇱🇦🇱🇦🇱🇦

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu Sadhu lp 😊😊 🙏🙏

[@henriettanovember4733]

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[@Kyouma.]

"Meditation is not self-improvement. Do not enter it under any such delusions. There is no one to be improved. Meditation is a form of enjoyment. It's a way of digging the universe. So that the whole of the sensorium - that is to say everything seen, heard, tasted, touched, and smelled - becomes much clearer. And none of it, as you learn not to think about it, becomes much richer than it is when you think about it. And so everything starts to be more real, more alive, more glowing, and you suspend also judgments about things. And in doing this, you introduce yourself to a fascinating world." - Alan Watts

[@nickkeomahavong01]

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[@irenechng]

Venerable Nick 🙏🙏🙏. Which journal should i start with as I have a LOT of anger in me. Life and everything that’s going on makes the world such a hard place with unkind, selfish people and it’s so hard to find a sincere person who really wants to help without any expectation in return. Which journal should I start to write so i maybe be able to revert to my earlier happy cheerful soul, before I experienced life’s bitter truths - I just can’t seem to get out of this angry, sad world of mine. I don’t trust anyone anymore - and it’s such a lonely place. Which journal should focus on first? hope to receive your advice Venerable Nick🙏🙏🙏

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful. I'm glad you're able to recognize that in yourself. That's a big major step. The first one that may be helpful for you is the venting Journal. Keeping a daily diary or Journal so you can see your habits and patterns is very important, and alongside of that the shadow Journal to deal with anger and resentment would be helpful. I hope that helps :-) keep up the great work

[@irenechng]

@@nickkeomahavong01 Venerable Nick 🙏🙏🙏. Good day to you. Thank you very much for taking time to reply my message and i will start the journals today.! 🙏🙏🙏

[@myeloxilo8686]

Nick, I know that you have guided meditation videos but I am wondering what do you do when you meditate? Do you focus on your breathing and have a clear mind? Or do you meditate on a subject like visualizing something?

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Yes it's a very big topic. I am currently finishing up writing a book about meditation at the moment. It should be finished within this year.

[@myeloxilo8686]

I look forward to it.

[@Watchchik]

Please make avedio on how to gain zero thought

[@nickkeomahavong01]

🙂🙂🙂 yes i will be working on a meditation video shortly

[@becreative3620]

Can you tell me how to start spiritual journey for self transformation 🏵️🏵️🏵️🏵️🏵️ This all information is so useful 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 thank you ..😊😊😊

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Thank you. Yes you can watch video called the missing piece of spiritual journey. It will give you an outline. ☺️

[@becreative3620]

Thank you 😀🤗

[@maggyfrog]

for some reason, dude looks like a buddhist matt damon LOL cool channel 😀

[@nickkeomahavong01]

haha sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂

[@vvelvettearss]

The venting journal when I USED to do it just would make me more anxious. I don't know if anyone else can relate ? Sometimes i would be so angry and wound up I would want to tear up the journal itself ! Haha okay so that never happened lucky it got thrown a couple times though ! But I think there were a lot of factors at play. I lived alone beside my vay, I put pressure on myself every single day for not having done enough and because of where I lived i could never get the peace and quiet I so craved for . Basically I was at complete odds with ?Myself in every way possible I'm 32 I still journal now not daily because I'm not always in that head space z maybe I should start again but now having moved to a beautiful location and a house share which is nothing short of a dream come true of what I knew I so badly wanted and needed after 9 years of living solo and not having the mental capacity to handle myself I won't say I am all the way there but my self discipline and concentration and self control and going after projects that I want to do without being fearful is much higher than it used to be now which I take as a good sign. I'm still hard on myself and struggle with negativities and guilt etc but I feel I have the correct circumstances in place to help me :) I think when it comes to relationships with others and struggling to find balance between ourselves a journal would probably really help me there, who hasn't been there right? Haha That is probably the hardest thing Nick thankyou for this! Also o strongly recommend to everyone to check your environment and life situation first and foremost beforE you make changes Peace and love everybody

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Wonderful job my friend. I'm glad you are in a better space and situation. Since that is the case, yes it would be a great time to pick up journaling again. The key for you will be to do it neutrally. It's simply to give you space to express yourself and see yourself neutrally. I think it will be a healthy coping outlet :-)

[@vvelvettearss]

@@nickkeomahavong01 ❤

[@lynnperkins6080]

I Love You

[@PaulaReger-o7n]

I have been keeping a life diary for years, I call it my magical diary or M.D. Literally anything goes in my diary, lol, if I feel like screaming or swearing in it, I do, lol, BTW screaming in writing for me is: aaaaaaaaahhhhhhh. LOL

[@susanhuggins4844]

Hi Nick, as a person that struggles with anxiety I find it difficult to meditate. I like the idea of journaling. This may sound silly but what kind of journal would you suggest for someone with anxiety issues. Thankyou ♥️

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Yes it can be difficult in the beginning but just take it slow but do it daily. It's a habit that needs cultivation. Also you can journal about your patterns. Thoughts, feelings and actions regarding the anxiety.

[@susanhuggins4844]

@@nickkeomahavong01 Thankyou ♥️

[@margaretbachmeier5299]

Can you write the same 20-25 grateful things everyday. Do they have to be different everyday.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Some can repeat for sure but do try to include new ones also.

[@hellogoogle9215]

The meditation is hard to focus sometimes also my left eye lid keeps wanting to open so Everytime I close my eyes and try to focus my left I wants to stay open just a little bit

[@nickkeomahavong01]

No problem. It's all normal. It takes time to adjust :) just keep going.

[@samiea.9624]

I like your laugh seriously..

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Thank you so much 😊

[@SheCitrine]

Shadow side : anger, jealousy, Manipulation, greed, ego & pride.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Yes

[@sanjivnimishra8464]

Can we please get the prompts

[@nickkeomahavong01]

I will be working on it in the near future. Will keep you updated :)

[@jcepri]

I've tried journaling several times. It just seems like I'm writing down the nonsense that goes on inside my head vs. just listening to it. It is like I'm just reinforcing it by writing it down. Am I missing something?

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Yes. If you can, get clear on why you are journaling? Is it to get insight, to vent, etc.

[@drimbesatsyed]

Sato

[@christiaanvanhoutte590]

How to deal with a depression? Medicine can help me?

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Unfortunately, I do not know your situation. however, you can try mindfulness practices, but also seeking a qualified counselor may be a great option as well. Again i would not be able to advise clearly as I do not know the context.

[@christiaanvanhoutte590]

@@nickkeomahavong01 i am always afraid and it gets worse and worse, afraid of going out, to meet someone, to go to work, not much power to live and so one...

[@shellywilks883]

Starting with a gratitude journal is an excellent thing to do daily. I'm a grateful for your authenticity and encouraging words. Blessings!

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Thank you so much Shelly. Yes the gratitude journal is so simple but can be so powerful 🙂🙂

[@shellywilks883]

@@nickkeomahavong01 I totally agree with you! My problem is relearning how to use a pen and how to spell😅. I do try to write, but then I cannot read a word of what I wrote😳🤣. However, I am grateful that I am able to do it🙏

[@nickkeomahavong01]

@@shellywilks883 haha. Yes that does happen with handwriting 🙂

[@BarbaraMerryGeng]

…actually, i find it very helpful to take notes throughout the day as I train to monitor myself & find clear & concise ways to express about thoughts, feelings, ideas, experiences, etc. > In my efforts to form the clear & concise ways to journal about very subtle experiences - I find it is helping me to create a more sophisticated mental construct - I am developing discernment & the ability to self reflect - as well as self adjucate w/o sliding into the part where i self recriminate. Whew! I made this progress in the last few months with intensive study & practice. > I am learning from Tich nih Han & you ✨🧡✨🧡✨🙏🏼……..🦙……. I have a good foundation, bc my father raised me in the tradition - even tho I am a girl child. He taught me all the ways of being & moving as if I were a student monk. .. He began my training as soon as I could walk. > I did not keep those trainings - bc I wanted to be an American girl - so I rebelled to the maximum - only to return again & again. > This time, I will push through & keep my promise to my father - to always do my best ! By the way, my dad always said . “ do your best, but know you can always do better.. Keep trying ! “ 🍊🍊🍊☺️☺️☺️

[@svetlanabarrow6026]

I started a journal of abuse.

[@jehajeyasingh2174]

Thank you so much.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu sadhu. It's a pleasure. Thank you so much Jeha 🙂🙂🙂

[@maherameen2362]

Dearest Nick; I came across your videos when I was severely struggling. YOU , and ONLY YOU helped me overcome most of my problem. Your words encouraged me to sail into the wisdom ocean of Buddhism. I am so very much in peace at the time being. Yes, YOU help me transform my life entirely. It’s true that things turned up to be different in a good way. I cherish my current life, yet am longing to live such a peaceful monastic life. Thank you Nick for your wise words.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Sadhu Sadhu Maher. It's you that did the work. Diligently practice yourself each day and a new world will continue to open up for you 🙂 you got this!

[@mightypen369]

@@nickkeomahavong01 🙏

[@marlenerichardson4429]

Dear Maher. I feel the same, although I don’t think I am on the same level that you are my friend but Nick has changed my life. Watching the monks with daily activities has touched my life. I want to learn and change. I’m a Christian but I don’t feel I get what I need from the Church. I have a very unhealthy relationship with food and don’t use it for its intended purpose but I’ve made progress with the use of a journal. R u from the U.K.? Can you recommend any good starter books for me. I would like to learn about Buddhism. Thankyou x

[@KristieBittleston]

@@marlenerichardson4429 Hello Marlene! Nick has a great book called “The Buddhist Cleanse” that I’ve learned a great deal from. The first book I read that taught me about Buddhism was “Radical Acceptance” by Dr. Tara Brach. I would also recommend anything by Lama Surya Das. I hope that helps. Wishing you happiness, health, safety, and peace 🙏🏻🤗

[@marlenerichardson4429]

@@KristieBittleston Thankyou so much for all those recommendations x

[@Wyllyum]

Your videos are really helping my mental health.

[@nickkeomahavong01]

That is wonderful to hear Josh. Thank you so much 😊😊

[@shimmerngspirit]

Truth. Me too.

[@sacdaabdurhman]

“If you don’t get out of the box you’ve been raised in, you won’t understand how much bigger the world is.” Do you agree? Peace and love from a growing KZbinr

[@nickkeomahavong01]

☺️☺️

[@lindaanderson1308]

I have many pretty journals and all are empty because no one showed me how ! So now I can start with a gratitude journal and a see good in others journal . I can now use my journals without feeling I am wasting them .Thanks ! 🦋🐝💙

[@nickkeomahavong01]

Beautiful Linda. Yes it's time to crack it open 😊😊

[@maryblair3618]

I can relate to this. I know i need to journal and now i have a teacher and can begin. Thank you!

[@shimi-gami3859]

Very much relatable to me too