The Sacred Journey (A Monk's Pilgrimage) | Original Buddhist Documentary

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you for watching. Could you see yourself walking on this pilgrimage with the monks?

[@maherameen2362]

Yup. I could see myself walking on this pilgrimage as a monk, I am strongly hoping that.

[@juliaangelicaa5395]

I can see myself taking that wonderful sacred journey with the monks for 5 days, why not? In fact, I envy their way of life. Who wouldn't want a peaceful, simple, communal, non-materialistic way of life? We live be in such a chaotic world especially nowadays, it literally drains every cell in my body 🥵 Pissarro once wrote "Blessed are those who see beautiful things in humble places where other people see nothing." Btw.......... Your videos are so amazingly well-made, they should be featured in the History International channel 👍🏻

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

@@juliaangelicaa5395 wow thank you so much for your kind words. I love the quote you provided. Its very beautiful. ❤❤❤🙏

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

@@maherameen2362 yes very soon I hope you can have this experience ❤❤🙏

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

@@things_leftunsaid thank you ❤❤❤🙏

[@ThePeKingSpace]

非常荣幸，这个视频的背景声乐成为了我在上海一家星巴克里读寂天菩萨的《入菩萨行论》的BGM，反复的单曲循环一般，so peace and so happy，🙏.

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Beautiful 😊

[@leeyaukeongtony9244]

good

[@gingersutton8240]

I often watch the wonderful video of the pilgrimage as a form of meditation. All it represents is quieting to me. It brings me some clarity & peace. I love hearing the chanting and the friendly chatting Between the participants. They are happy! So am I. Again, thank you Ven. Nick! Many blessing to you & all who teach peace!

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Aww thank you. Glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@gingersutton8240]

I have returned

[@desbrown-writer5511]

Utterly beautiful. Thank you. Blessings to you and to Buddhists everywhere.

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much 😊

[@SonyaDyson]

This video is a meditation. These videos inspire me to sit a few times a day. Priceless gift

[@deep31cool]

Each and every video you post, opens up my mind blocks in spiritual journey and surely add progress. Thank you.

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Awww thank you so much. I'm glad you enjoyed it. I'm glad to see you on your spiritual path as well. Thats wonderful. Keep up the great work my friend.

[@suecastillo4056]

It’s all about love and service right? I’m coming up on 49 years clean, have 7 fantastic I sponsor( one in particular for 40 years) life’s in session... we fasten our seat belts and hang on, letting the God of our understanding drive! Love and peace and health to you dear heart! Blessings to you and yours♥️Thank you for your gracious and kind videos🙋‍♀️🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻💕🌟🌟🌟🌟‼️🥰

[@selena-565]

Ive watched this a few times. Caught myself tearing up. This is really beautiful. Inspiring. 💕

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you Selena :-)

[@daveec8915]

Same.

[@stonew1927]

This is very touching. No narration needed. You allowed us to enjoy it in silence, as the monks did. I see that you are developing your videographic skills, now using a drone. Showed us a beautiful perspective of the landscapes and the monks walking through it from above. Did you know that you had this talent in you, to be such a great story teller? Without even saying a word, merely presenting the images. Beautiful and inspiring, as so many of your other videos are. May the Buddha continue to guide, protect, and bless you . . . In gassho . . .

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Sadhu sadhu. Thank you so much. It's still very new so I'm learning day by day 😊😊

[@evelynmead598]

Hi Nick! I almost in tears watching how they do offerings I wish the world is like this, so that we always have peace, and love one another. Thanks for sharing.

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Sadhu sadhu 😀😀 thank you so much

[@kathywolf4558]

Thank you for sharing your journey. More of this needs to happen world wide to find balance and peace once again. Cannot imagine most western people being this still and centered. Namaste. My heart to your heart.

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much kathy. Yes I agree. I hope more people can experience something like this. It's definitely a valuable experience 😊😊😊

[@myboysmom2011]

Such peace and simplicity. Brought tears to my eyes.

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much Gina!

[@Seyva209]

Silence is peace , and peace is silence . 🙏🧘

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

❤❤❤🙏

[@donaldsimons2429]

Terrific video for calming the mind. Cadence of the walking is soothing.

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much Donald 😀😀😀

[@JJ-di6ws]

yes indeed . this is a beautiful way to reflect and silent walking meditation. i would be honoured to walk this pilgrimage

[@noelstruben1426]

This is amazing😭❤. There's so much peace and love sensation in the world of Monks, you actually get to know (Thyself), this is probably the reason i will be joining the IDOP next year January. This does spiritually affect me in some ways i always feel like i belong here❤... Keep it up Nick, watching all the way from South Africa.

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Sadhu sadhu. Looking forward to meeting you in person. 😊😊😊

[@innerstandingwithpaulbibea3242]

I so very much enjoy your productions from your unique perspective as a successful entertainment industry veteran and now a Buddhist Monk and a Psychotherapist. In so many ways, I envy your honest commitment and dedication to the monastery as opposed to the monetary. Much respect. Much respect. And likewise, for those who follow a similar path. Much love and light..

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much for your kind. Its been quite the journey for sure. I'm glad to be able to share it. 😊😊

[@Kat-ko4hj]

Beautiful, and the villagers are so generous and kind ...this makes my heart 💜 smile. Blessings to all that give ... prayers for all . 🙏🏼🇨🇦

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

🙂🙂🙂

[@cathypreddie98]

Every video is so inspiring and each time resets my path. The little children on the side of the road giving food. Precious! I love the silence. I wish the whole world was silent and reflective and not opinionated. I look forward to all your videos. They are silently life changing and uplifting in so many ways. Thank you 🌈

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much Cathy. I agree with you. The lay supporters are so beautiful. I love the expression in their eyes. It's so kind 😊

[@m.e.5313]

Your videos are practically the only thing keeping me from fully loosing it right now. Thank you nick. Bless.

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much. I'm glad you enjoyed it :-) stay safe my friend.

[@choo1973]

Watching this video this time makes me realize about CLOTHES....like we can wear anything it doesn't mean much for what you really ARE. Thank you so much and of course the video is so perfect and beautiful as always.

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Yess! Thank you so much. 😊

[@theworldaccordingto7631]

I really liked this. It felt like a meditation. The monk with the sun glasses gave me such a cool monk vibe. I found the scene where the monk tied his robes, really interesting. Reminded me of Japanese traditional clothing. I then noticed that every monk had their own way of doing their obi/ belt. Looking forward to more videos as you have a great eye.

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much ❤❤🙏

[@ravenskye6595]

Hola Nick, goodness the landscape is so beautiful, the faces of the villagers so happy. What an amazing generosity. The beauty when we live interconnected and interdependent. May we see that more in 2021. I hope you are well.🌺🌺🌺

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you raven. Yes to be around this environment is so beautiful. The people are so kind. I'm glad you enjoyed it 😊😊

[@equilibriummomentum818]

Hello Nick, This is the place where I always come whenever I feel so distressed. It always calms my mind, makes me to reflect that whatever task I do, how small it may be, whatever I learn new (work related) are all journey. I am eternally grateful for your videos. Being a fellow INFx like you, I am so happy regarding the fact that how INFJs can be so valuable in this crazy world. Some day, I would like to come there and meet you in person and spend some time in your meditation retreat.(Thailand I guess). More Power and Peace to you.

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂 I'm glad these videos are helpful. And yes, I think once we can harness our inner power, we can contribute alot to this world. Thank you again my friend. See you in Thailand :)

[@Kris-kv1ve]

Wish I could have walked with your all I cried for this May you live long life

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Sadhu sadhu. Yes maybe you can walk with us one day 😊😊

[@peter-jac4143]

Marvelous and enchanting photographic. Epic and peaceful 🙏🏽As an artist I love the bond with silence and nature. Grateful ✌️

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much Peter 😊

[@dishamandal7470]

I am grateful on seeing this documentary . Very eye soothing , blessful creations by the director , photographer , the monks and the whole team ..peace and soul reflection ..🙏🙏🌺🌻

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much ❤❤🙏 it was a great experience overall 😊

[@mercedesrodriguez6312]

Hi Nick, this was a beautiful documentary, I would have loved to be one of the people walking behind you, the experience is probably something you will never forget. I am from Spain and we have a pilgrimage called El Camino de Santiago and that is something I would love to do in the future, your journey reminded me of that. A journey to find yourself and become a better person. Thanks for sharing. Namaste dear Nick

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much Mercedes. Anytime you're in Thailand, you're welcome to join us. It was an amazing experience. I also heard of the pilgrimage you mentioned.... I'll definitely look into that. Sounds fascinating 😊😊😊 thank you for sharing.

[@silkamacnair8324]

I have to confess that I have to listen to all your videos twice. There is something about your voice that is like a lullaby to my ears. So my first listening session is to sleep and relax and them the next day to soak it in. I don’t mind. One goes into the subconscious (when I fall asleep) and then the second one stays in my consciousness. Thank you…. Twice 😉

[@DANZSOUNDS]

Stunning! Thank you for taking us on this amazing journey. Your videos always have A calming effect on us, we look forward to watching them every week. The music and your artistic eye for nature say it all, no need for words. Peace and love from England :)

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much for your kind words. The nature here is so beautiful. I'm glad you enjoy the videos. Greetings to you from Thailand 😊😊

[@spiritofzen7022]

I see every video you post as a precious gifts, and I become one step closer to Buddha hood ad my true self so thank you 🙏🏽 and bless you. May the merits you receive and the bohdichitta accumulated be immeasurable 😊❤️❤️

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Wow thank you so much for your kind words. I appreciate it. sadhu 🙂🙂

[@spiritofzen7022]

@@NickKeomahavongOfficial your very welcome ❤️🙏🏽

[@spiritofzen7022]

@@NickKeomahavongOfficial 🙏🏽😊❤️❤️

[@csohrab]

So intense. Needed no words. Beautiful!

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you so much

[@thiagoccmorais]

Such a beautiful documentary! Thanks a lot!

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you

[@lukemckean6155]

Long live the Triple Gem ❤️❤️❤️🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭

[@da6183]

I'm right now in a emotional mental burn-out. In my country there are only a fee monks. In januari I'm going to visit a weekend a Zen monastery. Love to see this! I've 3 Times now in Thailand and maybe you don't realise but the energy there is so far ahead of the west.

[@benrohloff8306]

Just be free

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Oh wonderful. That will be a great experience for you. Next time you're in Thailand, feel free to come say hello 😊😊

[@leeyaukeongtony9244]

thank you for sharing this wonderful walking monk video. sadhu sadhu sadhu

[@sonamwillow8999]

Thanks Venerable Nick

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@ideasinsolitude8410]

Hi Nick...every second I spend watching your video brings PEACE, LOVE, MINDFULNESS 💚❤️🧡 in me.. I know that your videos always bring myself into the present moment bcz I enjoy so much 😊😊😊 I am more and more motivated on my soul journey and you bring harmony between me and something that is beyond me..🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much. I'm to hear that its helpful. I'm also happy to hear that you are pursuing your spiritual life also. Keep up the great work. Cheering you on all the way from Thailand 😊😊

[@ideasinsolitude8410]

@@NickKeomahavongOfficial thanks 😊❤️❤️❤️💚❤️❤️❤️😊😊❤️💚💚💚❤️💚💚❤️

[@julielim3680]

Tq Ven Nick for showing us your sacred journey to monkhood on a more in depth coverage.🙏

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

It's a pleasure Julie. Thank you so much 😊😊

[@marygoldmith-mahoney7379]

I could see myself doing this every day! How wonderful 🙏

[@tinaxbea]

This video and the beauty of enlightenment made me cry...such a simple life, nature appreciation, understanding the value of life and others..just beautiful

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Sadhu Sadhu 😊😊 thank you so much

[@benrohloff8306]

This was a very nice and relaxing documentary ten out of ten for me 🕉

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

😊😊😊 thank you so much Ben for that great score. 😂 I'm glad you enjoyed it. It was such a beautiful experience.

[@marianeal3164]

Lovely peaceful music too😊

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much 😊

[@kankanabiswas2790]

So beautiful ! So peaceful !!!! Divine 🙏🌺🙏

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much my friend ❤❤🙏

[@helendymock8265]

Ven. Nick a truly magical piece congratulations and thankyou.

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much helen 😊

[@pvm70]

This is absolutely beautiful. Thank you for sharing this.

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much Pierre. Glad you enjoyed it 🙂🙂🙂

[@eline5093]

so peaceful to watch! it's truly an impressive lifestyle

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much Eline 😊😊

[@liekiokling3552]

幸福的人儿 时见到比丘 布施行善 真羡慕你们啊！比丘活动 艰苦奋斗 磨练体力思维 辛苦了，谢谢分享💐🙏🙏🙏

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

❤❤🙏

[@QueLy68]

It is beautiful tradition and culture . Thanh you for sharing your post

[@ryan00035]

You've captured it wonderfully. Thank you for sharing it here. 🙏

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much ryan ❤❤🙏

[@ramonagirard8467]

Such a beautiful video. Thank you Nick. Best channel on KZbin. 🙏🙏

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much David. Very kind of you :-)

[@marinct3176]

Awesome spiritual video, not to mention the outstanding video editing skills ...... 🙏🙏🙏

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much Marin. ❤❤

[@susannafataki2293]

Maybe yes, or I could say I don't know because you need to try to know but maybe for a peaceful and happy atmosphere given from the monks I could. Thank you for sharing this video are so precious

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much Susanna. Glad you enjoyed it 😊😊😊

[@marlenerichardson4429]

The stillness that flows over me during meditation by the water is beyond words.

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Wonderful. I'm glad to hear ☺️

[@goddlediddles]

Superb inspiring doc from Nick. Fabulous cinematography and post-production. I just can't wait to get vaccinated, and go back to Thailand and be among all those wonderful folk.

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much and Yes please come join us when you get a chance 😊😊😊

[@MNSnowbot]

I feel like I am there, thank you for this shared journey.

[@lindabonomi7274]

Beautiful...thank you.

[@stocktrend839]

I just to say Wow.......... Great video filming, great editing, great appropriate music. Very professionally done. Got the message across without a word of narration. Superb video. Thank you so much, Ven Nick Keomahavong.

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you my friend ❤️

[@UnovianPrincess]

What a great video! So well done and the drone shots were amazing!

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much ❤❤🙏

[@The7rights]

Dear Nick. I've seen most of the videos updated by you and I love these videos based on regular life full of simplicity, minimalism, and purity. There is so much to observe and learn from them. Thank you so much, and requesting you to continue to make more. Peace and love to all of them out there.

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much Varun. M glad you enjoy them 😊😊

[@GlassellPark]

Good stuff and thank you for sharing brother

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much Misak. Glad you enjoyed it 🙂🙂

[@algenovese3017]

Hello nick, you should make a video for those preparing to enter the IDOP program. like reviewing the basic chanting and meditation techniques, what to expect, FAQ and such. I hope windows open back up soon! cant wait! Love and bliss

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you for the suggestion :)

[@alexandergalang3040]

Have a wonderful day Sir Nick thank you so much

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

❤❤❤🙏 thank you. You also.

[@วัชนันท์เวชชูปกรณ์]

Yes, I could see. It is the best video in my life. It's the first time that I walked follow the monks very long distance. Thank you very much. Sadhu sadhu sadhu. ปลื้ม ๆ ใจจังค่ะ

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Sadhu sadhu. Rejoice in your merits ❤❤❤🙏

[@skeingamepodcast5993]

I've watched several of these mini docs and these guys are by far getting the most for alms.

[@octaviuscrespo2436]

Thank you Nick! 🙏🏽🧘🏾

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂

[@xiaomaozen]

That's a wonderful and well-produced work of art! Thanks a lot! 🙏🏻 ❤

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much Xiao 😊😊😊

[@terram6479]

Everything about this is beautiful… 💗 Thank you for sharing this 💕

[@rumi2320]

It's beautiful. I'm going for this journey one day.

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much 😊

[@kaisermaligator203]

Beautiful. Thanks for sharing 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

You're welcome. Thank you so much 🙂🙂

[@shrutijoshi553]

yeah. Nick ji i thought i am too there walking with them. i completed yesterday only 9 days course of sattipathana once again.. no mobile, just been with nature & whole day from 4 am to 9 pm only meditation( just break for lunch & rest in between for 2 hrs) took me in spiritual world once again.. Metta to you all lovely people & beings. Buddha bless all.

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Awww that's so wonderful to hear. I'm glad you're getting the opportunity to have that experience. Its extremely important. Keep up the great work 😊😊😊❤

[@nikolasnogueira6315]

its a big privillege to have the opportunity to see a content like this, especially if you are a buddist entusiast. many thanks, all the bless.

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Awww thank you. I'm glad you enjoyed it Nikolas. Maybe one day you'll get a chance to walk with us 😊😊

[@annm47]

Very well done and thought out video😃👏 A lot of work went into it, much appreciated! Thank you for sharing it with us. "On the road of life, be kind, do good and keep walking" ❤

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

❤️❤️❤️

[@tarotreader9282]

Thank you. May God bless you.

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

sadhu sadhu. thank you so much 🙂🙂🙂

[@asia9188]

Appreciate the video from Malaysia......Much love from Malaysia.....thank you❤️

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Wonderful. Thank you so much. One day I hope to visit there 😊😊😊

[@asia9188]

@@NickKeomahavongOfficial you are always welcome ❤️

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

@@asia9188 ❤❤❤🙏

[@muhammadnurfirdauslowbinab5400]

A Touching Documentary Challenging Patient Mindfulness Free From Attachment Fascinating Video

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much ❤❤❤😀

[@vipinkanoujiya9582]

Thank u so much for vedio dear brother

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much my friend ❤❤❤🙏 greetings from Thailand.

[@user-ow1ko6lh4t]

Its just so beautiful thank you 🙏🏻

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Awww thank you so much. Glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@user-ow1ko6lh4t]

@@NickKeomahavongOfficial 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@carolburns8667]

Beautifully done

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much Carol ❤❤

[@juliorodrigofelisu.3320]

Serenity, a simpler better well being with eachother and the universe. thank you.

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

sadhu sadhu 🙂🙂🙂 thank you so much

[@nguyenhy6145]

Wonderful

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much ❤

[@jomembawang]

Thank you Nick for these videos, it is through these videos I can confidently say, this lifestyle is not for me.

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

😊😊 yes this lifestyle is not for everyone. But feel free to visit us anytime you're in Thailand.

[@jomembawang]

@@NickKeomahavongOfficial Hey Nick, I honestly stumbled upon your channel just a few days ago, but have been binge watching some of your videos, it's fascinating to watch your videos 2-3 years ago and see how different you talked/thought about life(?). I was wondering, are you planning on becoming a monk for the rest of your life? Or will you be returning to the life in the western world? I will understand if you don't have an answer for this question, it's just something that I was curious about.

[@madhavangopalan7463]

I admire their decipline tolerance and simplicity I like it very much but my life luxurious How to change at least 50% mylife Thank you so much for showing that video🙏🙏😄🌹🌺

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much ❤❤🙏

[@shantanushekharsjunerft9783]

“Being nobody and going nowhere”. Beautiful!

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

❤❤❤🙏

[@jotsingh8917]

Wonderful journey. Reminds me of my four months stay in Mae Sot working with theBurmese refugees.

[@auyshabhidhammik]

So cool

[@basbirbhamra548]

Before you video it is difficult to get such knowlege about monk life thanks again

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Not a problem my friend. Thank you :-)

[@ThePeKingSpace]

Peace and Joy：平安喜乐。

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

😊😊

[@twojzdrowykregoslup_online]

Thank You 🙏🏻❤

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

You are so welcome :)

[@jzhang5381]

Hi Nick, Thank you for all the wonderful videos. They are well done all around: contents, cinematography, music... May 2021 bring you health, joy and spiritual growth.

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much my friend. Happy new year to you 😊😊

[@atsherpa]

Namo buddhaya….rgrds from Nepal ❤❤❤❤❤

[@peiter1978]

Beautiful journey

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much my friend 😊😊😊

[@jackpayne4658]

The floating wooden 'island' reminded me strongly of the Korean film 'Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter...and Spring' - which I highly recommend. The film's Buddhist tradition is Zen (or Son), but it expresses multiple messages.

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Oh wonderful 😊😊

[@glenngreenstein4362]

Nice..

[@ThePeKingSpace]

一束束光，在这个黄昏的时刻，透过星巴克的窗，温暖细腻的照映在脸上，照映在心上，这美妙的光辉形同寂天菩萨温存的福泽光芒。

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

😊😊😊

[@yvonnepower2046]

Thank you

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

You're welcome. thank you so much :)

[@tramng4362]

Hi Nick, thanks for another great video. Good to see the updates...Just a thought, do you ever feel lonely as a monk or have any regrets on things you haven't done?

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Hi Tram, thank you so much and great question. For me, I dont feel lonely at all. If anything, i feel more fulfilled. I feel that the work we on daily is purposeful. Also from my experience, the relationships here are very genuine and nurturing 😊😊

[@tramng4362]

@@NickKeomahavongOfficial Thank you for sharing :) Wish you the best!

[@pamarumugam9731]

Beautiful video. I'm curious now that you are living as a monk do you have triggers or interest to know what is happening in the other side of the world? I mean do you still keep up to date about what is happening back home or how is your family are doing?

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much. Periodically we keep in contact or check up with outside news, but generally there's not a big desire to do so.

[@aussieosho]

Amazing I will be visiting the centre in February 2025

[@foxmacnamara8809]

Hi Nick!! I heard my phone chime and I thought "oh man it's my boss texting me (reading his texts always stresses me out and gets me wound up) OR it is one of my employees calling in sick for tomorrow (which equally stresses me out and gets me wound up but ALSO makes my job significantly harder) I picked up the phone apprehensive to look at the screen, then I saw it....a KZbin notification...and I knew there was hope....I entered my password to unlock the phone to further explore the notification...And it is your upload! (I SO look forward to!) Immediately I smile and find a quiet place to sit and watch. I see the Monks meditate, I feel so at peace, as if I am there with you! I thank you everytime, I truly am grateful for each video you create. I see you as: "My Virtual Personal Advisor And Spiritual Guide" You're such a pure spirit and much appreciated! I'm glad to see that you're doing well and always thinking about us! 🙏👍❤️👏

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Wow. Thank you so much for your kind words. Messages like yours are genuinely so touching. In a stressful world, I'm glad this is provide a moment of relief and peacefulness. Carry this great feeling with you to your job. One day, maybe you can come sit and meditate with us in Chiang Mai 😊😊😊❤🙏

[@foxmacnamara8809]

@@NickKeomahavongOfficial 😁 What an amazing thought, it would be an honor to meditate amongst you! And most definitely a goal for me to work towards, I feel at peace just imagining it! Closing my eyes for a few seconds at the job and envisioning that goal....that's what I will do! ♥️👍

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

@@foxmacnamara8809 ❤❤❤🙏

[@jillhurst-wahl9613]

Ven. Nick - I recently came across your videos. Thank you for them! I will be watching more. I’m curious about the timeline of your journey. What did you do in 2015 & 2017 towards becoming a monk? Are you spending time in the U.S. & Thailand? How does monk life intersect with your work?

[@NickKeomahavongOfficial]

Thank you so much and welcome. Yes the timeline is a bit confusing as I ordained temporarily several times. However, this is the longest I've been in monkhood. During that time period, I was a lay person working as a therapist for a drug treatment center in Malibu and doing my own private practice 😊

[@jillhurst-wahl9613]

@@NickKeomahavongOfficial . Thank you for replying. "Temporarily" is an interesting concept. Do you think that this is now your permanent home/life? Also...I think you went home for a while. (You did a series of daily posts that may have been a trip back home.) If true, how did you continue your Buddhist practice/monkhood during that time?