How Do I Find Peace When Life is so Hard?

In this video we learn direct guidance from the Ashtavakra Gita on how to find peace and overcome suffering when life feels difficult. I hope this can help you find joy no matter how hard your situation is.
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0:00 Intro
0:24 Ashtavakra's Solution
1:30 The Core of Suffering
2:40 Seeing What is
4:27 The Pain of Clinging
6:10 There is No Ground
8:15 Final Gita Quote
10:10 Conclusion

[@VishuddhaDas]

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[@shaniniiii]

Just by the title….I can tell this is what everyone needs. If you’re low or even if your high and believe you have reached some sort of peak. Hold onto plans within but let go of exterior desires !! Yahooo! Thank you Vishuddha Das 🙏

[@VishuddhaDas]

Much love 🙏

[@nsane992002]

Attachment is the root of all suffering 🙏

[@lindamarie9181]

The more I relax, the more I receive. Life doesn’t respond to my effort, it responds to my frequency 🌙

[@Ski_Diamonds]

I’m so glad you are back with your teachings 💜 they are profound and help make spirituality practical and obtainable.

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[@pharoasta]

Hey it’s nice to see you post, I wanted to say thank you for EXISTING, I started watching your videos in 2016 when I was 17 in high school back when your name was Koi Fresco and your videos inspired me towards self discovery and inner understanding and if it wasn’t for your influence I wouldn’t be the person I am today so thank you for being you and everything that you are! Love from Detroit🔥

[@kirstyshan4842]

Same here been a fan of Koi fresco to Visuddah Das since 2017

[@Zorriel]

I just had my first panic attack this week, so much stress from having to move back home to my toxic house, it's scary but life is hard. ty for the video

[@muttzgm663]

This message resonated with me in a deep way. I appreciate this message and I am even more appreciative that you are back posting content. I used to watch your videos from 2015-2018, but have been away for the past 5 years. Glad to come back and see you are back at it. I really needed this and I am back on the path to focusing on this aspect of my life, instead of ignoring it and being out of touch with my emotions and spirituality.

[@olafbotel9895]

I think a good way to ''get better'' in terms of mental health is patience. I tried so hard to become enlightened to get rid of my mental issues as fast as possible. But that's, in most of the cases, not how life works. Be patient and cultivate compassion for yourself.

[@montanajustice-church3962]

I just want to throw this out there, since Koi’s Korner I’ve loved your explanations & insights, as well as your own experiences. They’ve always connected with me in some way; and I find myself, in times of trial & turbulence as well as peace, always reflecting on your videos & finding my way back to your speeches. You’ve helped more people than just myself through our lives, and I hope you continue to do so. Thank you Vishuddha Das for your Humanity as well as your Spirituality. HumanKind, continue to be both.

[@adhiantos]

"Look towards a brighter future in the now moment fully". I think this is very beautiful, because most of the time we don't look at the future in the now moment, but in an illusionary, delusional "then" moment. How our life should be, how things should turn out. But no, we should look at it here, in the now. Thank you Vishuddha! Love these videos in the new year

[@bobthecpaontheloose4141]

I used to have this dream where I was always falling from some high point and one such dream occasion, for some reason I just let go and accepted my falling which immediately turned into flying! It was the neatest experience. Thank you for the message.

[@SKmogumoguTV]

Beautifully spoken brother. Thank you for sharing your knowledge 6:21. It helps alot. I hope this reaches anyone who is in need rigth now. It might be hard but, you, YOU ALONE can do it, with observation and acceptance everything will fall into place. ❤

[@sheilao2127]

Oh my, this video completely changed my perspective on the current problems. I’m going through. Thank you so much. I will definitely revisit this.

[@hawktalk639]

This is true and necessary right now. Thank you.

[@loser3492]

This is exactly what I was looking for but couldn’t put a name to. I had been calling out for an answer to why I keep getting in this cycle of forgetting and remembering again, it’s been difficult to pull back during moments of work or projections talking to projections because of my inability to see desire, for what it simply is, that force that pulls me from a survival point. It’s so easy it seems to forget we are the actors, the audience, the commentators, and the show, all at the same time. I’m so grateful for this video and for you, and I hope you don’t stop making content anytime soon as your words have reminded me deeply of how to strip away the filters of my mind. Thank you so much, bless.

[@magicalmandiatpunkydoodlew9840]

I’m so grateful that you are here again sharing insights with us. An interesting topic I’d like to hear your thoughts on in a future video is how we can create unity and community in this fast paced, competitive, “dog eat dog” system. How can we, as a spiritual community, create a new paradigm in our day to day lives to truly live as One?

[@pink6957]

Hearing this message just brought me the healing I needed

[@Theylovelani777]

I can’t tell you how much these have been helping me and mine. THANK YOU koi, I have been following you for about 8-9 years now and the medicine just keeps getting stronger and always arrives on time❤

[@KyriakosChri]

We love you!

[@kirstyshan4842]

Welcome back! I've been listening to you since 2017. Koi Fresco to Visuddah Das. Thank you for all your lessons it helps me a lot.

[@Sansol777]

First discovered you in 2017. Just rediscovered you today. Thank You🙏🏼

[@bobthecpaontheloose4141]

Also, a comment about my life's journey. There are many twists and turns along the way and they are not good or bad but are just different experiences from which I learn. Life here on Earth is like a school - some subjects require different levels of response - all which lead to some positive end point. There is not a single incident in my life that I don't appreciate for its happening as even the "tough" ones end up being memorable experiences - even to be able to say, "I survived that one and feel stronger for it! Thank you Universe for allowing me to experience this event." When I fully accept this position, my life becomes more peaceful and easier to navigate.

[@Lexx0x0]

This was actually a very good reminder. It''s true though life does gets way more difficult when you start to think about all that you desire, because it makes you feel miserable for not having those things (or accomplishments) right now, in this very moment. The absence of not having those things gives us like an empty feeling which at times could destroy our self confidence, which causes us to feel worse and if we feel bad then the way we perceive our life makes us feel 1000x times worse (even when things aren't that bad).

[@GrandmasterFerg]

I'm always reminded of Yeats' epitaph "Cast a cold eye on life, on death. Horseman, pass by".

[@avatar5555]

Thank you for this 🙏🙏

[@ligiapetrut1520]

I’ve been following you ever since I was a teenager. Thank you for returning and thank you for your videos. I wish you all the best.

[@mind-of-neo]

You're right. Things not being how you want them to be is just an opportunity for them to get better. Suddenly your idea of embracing times when things aren't as you wish they were reminds me of the idea of embracing the cold dreary days of winter, for the wonderful contrast it gives to the spring and summer. It makes the good times seem better when you've had bad times to contrast them to.

[@eatpvssynotanimals]

Glad to see you uploading consistently again, Koi. I enjoy your stuff. Keep it up!

[@AkiraDharma99]

Great Video. Thank you so much!!!

[@onepneuma8612]

In a nutshell, I come from a dysfunctional and psychologically abusive relationship with my father who was a covert narcissist and had robbed me of my of my self-worth, I was homeless with him for a very long time during my upbringing, I escaped that and went to go be with extended family that found me on the internet, I genuinely felt that I would belong with them and I thought they felt same way, but unfortunately what seemed like a gift from the universe, just turned into something that only contributed to my mental and emotional wounds, I was only with them for 3 months because of how difficult they were to live with, and how conditional their love and regard was towards me, couldn’t really be loved or accepted for just the way I am and only if I meet certain criteria, and had to constantly jump through hoops in order to be loved. It’s just really unfair to me how my upbringing pretty much got robbed by a narcissist father and is something no kid should ever have to go through, while my fully related brother got to have what they called a ‘privileged life’. Yet, some dumbass on the internet told me “who are you and why should you be loved and cared for” and even a former friend laughs at me and invalidates me saying “well they raised your brother and not you why do you think you deserve everything what he always gotten.” …but to me it’s just really unfair, my aunt didn’t even have any idea why I went to go be with them, even though she invited me and was like “why not come stay here?”. It has put me in a constant endless loop of rumination. I remember I stayed with a friend of mine and his family because his mom couldn’t sleep at night knowing that I was sleeping in a car in a parking lot somewhere. They treated me as equally as their 2 boys… I wanted that with my brother… every other kid gets to have a family home life, the most basic thing in the world… except for me I guess…

[@talonmccauley5445]

I swear I find the videos I need right when I need them. Like you're talking directly to me. I'm struggling to save money and bring in income consistently. I feel like I'm taking the wrong approach on my own and need someone to guide me through and one day I finally go on my own. I'm feeling very discouraged right now but still trying regardless.

[@mind-of-neo]

I'm right there with you man. Every part

[@NeshDet]

So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. - Isaiah 41:10 Trust in Jesus Christ and he will help you.

[@talonmccauley5445]

@NeshDet I have my own relationship with him though he let's me go out on my own.

[@Wooddweller]

Perfect timing on this video.

[@DrDino123]

Amazing video!! Been a fan since you had the username Koi's Corner. Keep up with the amazing work!!

[@makiisbro1129]

Wow thank you my guy❤

[@zachparade2791]

Thanks, very grateful for these words and perspective shift. Just what this soul needed. 🙏

[@user-lc1lm7cq8h]

Thank you

[@jessesychterz8012]

This spoke deeply to me. Thankyou for sharing

[@mirian593]

Thank you ❤

[@jlpsinde]

SO GOOD AND TRUE; THANKS; LOVE FROM Portugal

[@brittcodered6933]

I needed this today❤

[@AryelFerro]

Thank you 🙏

[@nichalausrook2397]

True dat 💯 loved the video, thank you

[@benjamintingkahhin1363]

❤ Everything in this world has the 'imperfect inner essence' of eternal changing and unable to stay constant as we wish. Therefore, how to overcome this mentally distorted view of our world is able to stay constant as we wish them to be must start with our mind. There are 2 mind doors: one door opens outwardly for us to continuously engage our 6 faculties to interact with the outside world: this is necessary to earn our livelihood though and one door opens inwardly to understand the nature of things by first stop reacting, but instead, keep staying still so that we will then be able to observe clearly the changing in our moods, thoughts and sensations towards all the likes and dislikes of our habitually grasping mind toward external environment like a monkey hopping from one branch to another. This is where we should humbly start with. Meanwhile, doing some physical work, like cleaning will help greatly!

[@gidget8421]

Thank you very much. This video is very helpful.

[@lindamarie9181]

Thank you thank you thank you 🙏🏽🧡

[@moondive4ever]

thanks bro

[@IvanSpaziano-ko5cv]

Just loosing all hope and don't expect nothing from life, in the end gives to you a little bit of peace, mixed with hate but a kind of peaceful honest hate.

[@Ancientways]

This is so well put!! I’ve enjoyed your insight on spiritual matters for a while now and finally decided to create my own content cheers!!

[@timothypeden3516]

I lke this, well said!

[@editboris]

Amazing video start have just seen a few minuits Stong start Thank u Gonna keep watching now

[@Cinnamon111]

Videos on Buddhism and Hinduism. Love these type of videos. And i know you have the knowledge for them. 🙂

[@VishuddhaDas]

Will be making more soon 🙏

[@Cinnamon111]

@@VishuddhaDas Awesome 🙂

[@nowanobady]

Thank you! This is one of my favorite book. I love how acceptance and letting go leads us more to bliss and joy in the moment. 🤍✨🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@Rahul-99949]

Keep it up

[@VishuddhaDas]

Thank you 🙏

[@ericparadies6352]

Thank you for your great videos!

[@VishuddhaDas]

Blessed it could help 🙏

[@gtl9090]

Thank you. I needed this. Ram Ram

[@VishuddhaDas]

Ram Ram!

[@nimimerkillinen]

thank you, this came to right time. some topic suggestions: aversion let it settle (tao te ching) everyday mindfulness body awareness breathing gurdjeff and the fourth way eastern archetypes (like jungian archetypes for west or just jungian archetypes too) each video for the the eightfold path jungian shadow work non-asana side of yoga reactivity discernment

[@FoggyTimes98]

It is what it is

[@JayThe0]

Needed to hear this. -RN to Felon

[@Tttrg]

❤

[@cillavanilla333]

❤❤❤

[@brandonsubia9090]

…”the good news is, there is no ground” What do I do when there IS ground and it’s rushing towards me? This is not to sound negative, but I’ve always wondered how to rectify giving up desire while still making an attempt to make changes in my life. Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for all your content through out the years. Youre videos have really helped guide me through a lot of difficulties in recent years.

[@VishuddhaDas]

The best practice is to follow Krishna's guidance in the Gita. He says we have a right to act here and now, and have goals here and now, but we do not have the right to the fruit of these actions. Meaning while making the best decision we can in each moment and moving towards our goals, the key is to accept the highs and lows of that... Not to constantly obsess over what we hope comes next.

[@Vunderbread]

Eckhart Toll almost simultaneously released a video “what is the meaning of desire” This realm is so odd, hah.

[@VishuddhaDas]

Amazing 🙏

[@loser3492]

You talk about embracing life as it is, and that seems to be easier said than done. How would you go about reminding yourself of these teachings in a day to day life? During times of absolute stress and suffering for you and others around you, how do you go about accepting things just as they are in the NOW. What practices can someone follow in order to leave that life of acceptance and forgiveness vs resistance and selfishness?

[@SenatorBunny]

Something I do that helps with my bipolar depressive mindset is being concious of resentful thoughts, and upon noticing these emotional thoughts trying to be grateful or finding a silver lining. The knowledge of the negative impact to your life of thinking resentful thoughts and doing gratefulness excersises help, but i still struggle alot with these questions. But when im hypomanic, my mindset is at default very positive, and I can see my situation from a different perspective.

[@ethimself5064]

Off topic question: I watched one of your vids, about 2 minutes and 1 year ago - about the basics of Duality and wonder if this fits well. I have maintained this for some time now - The universe will expand and do what it will and has no concern for us whatsoever. Thanks

[@leahwhite2269]

You look like Vedic Indian Sage from the Himalayas 😭

[@jacquilineconsular5574]

Saw this msg at 11:11am on my time lol

[@DonkeyMerda]

For Algo, Good to have back brother!

[@viswanathan9251]

Hi Please tell me How to get out of conditional and habitual thinking

[@InfinitusYT]

How did You begin your journey into buddhism Vishuddha?

[@Yadavendra.]

Dear Sir, I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to inquire if you have plans to attend the auspicious time of consecration of the rebuilt temple of Lord Shri Ram in Ayodhya on 22nd January. Your presence at the event would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time and consideration.

[@michelpelletier4904]

What when a person isn't focused on his own suffering but others?

[@kittenlilly100]

What about chronic illness that ends with my death. I am struggling to find peace with it. I hear what your saying, but how can I apply this to my impending health. I feel like my spiritual journey is being taken from me to early. I don't wanna reincarnate. I want a guru and I want India.. that's a lot of wants.. I hear my own ego as I say these things. Chronic illness is scary. I wish I could have known Ram Dass. His work with the dying and chronically ill was amazing.

[@BurgersBacon]

Honoring your situation still applies to this. He did not said it was going to be easy. It is hard, and they will be very dark and hard days. But doing your best out of this situation, finding meaning to it its what can give us peace. But i totally get you, there are days where hope is just not there. sometimes to me, life is worth it just by finding the light every day.

[@SHAMBALEELO]

Acceptance is the answer to your question. 🖤 sending prayers of protection

[@VARUN20X]

Could you recommend a good commentary and translation of ashtavakra gita?

[@VishuddhaDas]

Swami Nityaswarupananda 🙏

[@leniwiec2401]

I'm in this weird limbo. I don't really have any particular desires. I simply can't find acceptance for the now, for what is now. It feels debilitating, it's painful. If the now is suffering then what causes that suffering? I try to come back to now, I'm meditating and doing yoga but it's unbearable most of time. Is that someone else's experience too?

[@JesseMoffett]

The Prince of Peace, the only way. The Truth and the Light. Lord Jesus Christ.

[@visam28]

If you don't me asking where did you get your name? Was it given to you by an enlightened Guru? Are you enlightened? Thank you

[@RodriguezRodrigo-dj3df]

You look like Ranbir Kapoor

[@Yadavendra.]

क्या आप २२ जनवरी को भगवान श्री राम के अयोध्या में पुनः निर्मित मंदिर के प्राण प्रतिष्ठा शुभ मुहूर्त में आयेंगे?

[@NeshDet]

Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. - John 14:27 Jesus Christ is the prince of peace.

[@lauragardella7172]

Ditto. Resist not by Yeshua Ben Joseph- Jesus his Ministry given name😂

[@zenscape663]

Jesus freaks are really freaking out now when people from their own tribes are moving to Hinduism or Buddhism....just give it up and admit defeat its only going to get worse from here on out.

[@zenscape663]

Go sell your scam somewhere else

[@pro12222222]

I tried to listen to this stuff. But sorry. There's no path. No journey. We just do something until it ends. Surviving is the main thing. When everybody does something, we have society that brings food and shelter. That's all it is. You try to make it amazing, but it really isn't.