How does this concept resonate with you? Timestamp 0:00 Intro 3:24 Salt & water 7:19 Buddhism in a nutshell 8:53 Stop doing bad 11:05 Do more good 14:59 Purify the mind 17:51 How long will it take? 20:25 You have 2 Paths

@weetsj

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much. For all of your guidance. This also helped me a lot. I am going trew a hearthbrake right now and i understand what i have to blame. I wish i knew and saw it before, but with your guidance i am getting better everyday.

@cassvanessa5

7 ай бұрын

All I know for sure is that we all have salty lives no matter what, and we shouldn’t wait for rough times to add water to the pot. Doing good and purifying our life can only do us good.

@islandbreeze2102

7 ай бұрын

Yes 100%

@MyMy-bj7de

7 ай бұрын

Nick, I love you and God had actually used you at tines to bring me messages that I needed at the time. I love Buddhism and a lot if the practices but one thing I've learned is that we don't have to carry the burden of our karma through the concept of grace. I finally understand that through Jesus we have forgiveness and a clean slate. As a song once said, Jesus dropped the charges. By grace we are healed and saved. We cannot buy it or pay for it. Dies that mean we continue to do bad, no because we have experienced unconditional love and forgiveness and we live a new life. We don't have to live in pain and suffering and we do good because of love.

@gavinsnana

7 ай бұрын

Venerable Nick, your talks along with studying and practicing Buddhism and Stoic Philosophy have completely changed my approach to life. This salt metaphor resonates as precisely how I am to live my life. I understand that suffering is inevitable but not permanent, nor are good times permanent. What you said that “with every crisis comes an opportunity” is what I tell myself each day. It is so very simple to understand. There’s no need to try to figure out something complicated, you’ve made it crystal clear. The next step is to practice this very very wise counsel. It’s interesting that we’re here in this world, but don’t have a clear understanding of how to live our best lives. We tend to buy into living according to the messages that we receive in our capitalistic society that makes us believe that happiness comes from acquiring things and the outside of ourselves. That’s a LIE, happiness comes from within and is a byproduct of following the Eight fold path (adding water)👍🏽This lesson is wonderful, because it teaches us how to be happy by doing the right things. All I can say is wow.!😮 I will continue to meditate and follow the noble eight fold path and be realistic about suffering. I love that you use everyday language that anyone can understand. You leave to us to dig deeper to learn more Buddhist terms. Thank you a million times over.

I changed my path 2 years ago at 47. This year has been the most lonely because part of my change was to discontinue alcohol & being around others who consume alcohol and also places alcohol is, so basically i have eliminated 99% of my past social life. I feel so good and more peaceful however i have lost a lot of people from my life. I am sticking with my path regardless. Thank you for your wisdom. 🙏

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Congratulations my friend! Keep going 😊

@LUVN4GIV

7 ай бұрын

Sending you loving thoughts and wishing new positive and healthy connections that endure. Congratulations on staying the course. It is difficult but rewarding. I'm rooting for you! ❤️‍🩹🙏🏼🫶🏻

@krisbest6405

6 ай бұрын

Every trouble l had was alcohol and losing mindfullness..

@michelewills6350

6 ай бұрын

Hi and blessings to you and your sobriety. I was married to the man of my l😢for 40years . Those were the best years of my life. Mostly because my husband's sobriety was for both of us We both had Alcoholism in our lives as children. We met and fell in love and knew we were going to be together no matter how hard it got because of this dreadful disease.ultimately by the Grace of love my husband chose me,our daughter and above ALL the man,husband,and father he became the last 32 years of our lives. Hang in there love of self first will bring all the love u will find in your new life. 🎉🎉🎉❤

@user-uv2rp6kp6z

6 ай бұрын

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Im 75yoa, I try to follow the Buddhist path, Venerable Nick, that was one of the most profound talks Ive ever heard, Bless You.

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Wow! Thank you Jim. I’m glad it resonates with you 😊😊

@m.g.3419

6 ай бұрын

Bless you xxx

This is one of the most genuine talks about life I've ever heard. Thank you, so much. ❤

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Awww! Thank you so much for your kind words. That’s very sweet 😊😊 thank you again

@doreenbowens437

7 ай бұрын

I agree.

@doreenbowens437

7 ай бұрын

It's true. My heart and mind settle down to listen to you. Now what does Satu (sic) mean? You always close with it.

@ilonabarteczka253

7 ай бұрын

Yes indeed I agree it is a truly beautiful speech ❤

This is so beautiful. I came to your channel after a breakup, in times when I needed my late mother's words, but she wasn't there. I hope you know, your words and consistent advice in some way helped in her absence. Nothing will replace a mother's wisdom, but your presence helped. Love to your Mum, and to you, and anyone reading this who needs some comfort. You're not alone. X

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Aww thank you for sharing your sweet words. Thank you my friend. Sending you my blessings from Thailand 😊

@LUVN4GIV

7 ай бұрын

Sending courage and love from California. ❤️🙏🏼🌞

Man, I wish more people in the world were like you. Honest, helpful, and you're discussing personal events that are uncomfortable (breakup), but you're giving advice from when you were vulnerable. Same with asking for advice from your mother. These are signs of strength. Helping others and expecting nothing in return like you're doing on here is exactly how we should all be treating each other. I continue to look forward to your videos! ❤

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Aww thank you for this beautiful and touching message. It’s so kind! Thank you my friend 😊 sending you my blessings from Thailand 🇹🇭

@patriciacornish

7 ай бұрын

❤❤❤❤ thank you

@lindam4259

3 ай бұрын

This is the Buddhist way… metta to you!

Thank you. ❤ Without realizing it, this is how I have dealt with the suffering in my life. My darkest time was in my late twenties when I began my psychiatry residency. I had gone through a divorce, and I was estranged from my parents. A chasm of pain opened inside me, and I felt completely lost. I cried A LOT. I felt hopeless and thought about suicide. But I kept telling myself there must be a reason for the suffering. I started therapy and focused on doing the best I could to help my patients. I'm now 62. Life still brings suffering, but it no longer consumes me. I have emotional strength. I have become a good therapist and have helped alleviate suffering in others. I live as honestly as I can, by my values. I work hard. I'm modest about my needs, I try to give to others, and I support organizations that protect the earth and wildlife. I nurture a garden. 13 years ago, I reconciled with my parents, who immigrated to the US from China as children. It took much longer, but we have forgiven each other for the hurt we all experienced. I stay open to learning from videos like yours! You share a profound yet simple wisdom. ❤ thank you!

@deehuntley1712

7 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your wisdom 💖

@ma.lernievergara9960

7 ай бұрын

So.wonderful..your mother is full of wisdom...such a wonderful advise from yoh brother full of wisdom.. God bless you !!!

I haven't had a drink in 8 days. That naughty habit sort of snuck up on me until I realized it had become a problem. The one thing I still struggle with is meditation. I either fall asleep or fidget relentlessly! Your videos have fueled my soul and helped me so much that I will keep striving every day. Blessings to all.❤

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Wow!!! Congratulations Amy! That’s fantastic. Please keep building on it. You got this! Also here is a 1 day and 3 day retreat you can follow for free online if it helps. We created it so you can learn the basics for free from home. nickkeomahavong.com/retreats

@amyshomesteadanimals

7 ай бұрын

@nickkeomahavong01 thank you so much! I will check it out.

@67NewEngland

7 ай бұрын

- Maybe try bowing meditation. The fact that it is a physical activity prevents the fidget problem people experience doing sitting meditation. Look for a video explaining how.

@amyshomesteadanimals

7 ай бұрын

@@67NewEngland right on! Thank you, I will.

@roadrunner4704

7 ай бұрын

Keep at it. There will come a time you'll do it calmly. (Writing thru experience). Good day!

What a mom. Respect to what she has taught you ❤

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Aww thank you so much 😊

I feel like the salt and water analogy can also be applied to fear/courage, like the fears are still there but you just become more courageous/stronger!

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Oh that’s great 😃

@nancyb.9759

7 ай бұрын

Oh!!! What a wonderful analysis!!! Thankyou!!!!

"See reality as it is"- Yes. This is exactly what I working relative to my family. A harsh reality is that some people are not going to change, and in situation like that, we are challenged to change ourselves.

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Yes definitely 😊

@jeffreyjackson5229

7 ай бұрын

👍

@elsaberhe9704

7 ай бұрын

You needn't change others. There's nothing to change unless you are judging them. "harsh reality" only reflects your state of mind, not others.hard to believe and accept, just practice, you will acquire freedom. There's no challenge if you practice to accept and appreciate your life and others. The rest will be taken care of. Remember, not on your watch!!! God bless

Beautifully explained Buddhism. The pali verse from Buddhist canon says “Sabba papassa akaranam, kusalassa upadampada, sachitta pario dapanam, etan Buddhanusasanam” Avoid doing all evil deeds, Do what is wholesome, purify your mind, this is the advise of the Buddhas. Sadhu Sadhu Sadhu!

When we look for validation outside of ourselves ( a relationship etc) we can lose our balance. Then one day we find out that we are just fine without the outside validation. And then we learn to build on that… and THEN we see the beauty in life, and in ourselves, and in everything around us. Love and light! ❤ this is a wonderful and helpful video, thank you!

Thank you so much! This changed my whole perspective on my shame and guilt from my past. I beat myself up about it all the time,but now I can accept what is done is done and just do more good to dilute my salt. All of your videos have truly helped me heal on a much deeper level ❤

Nothing like a GOOD MOTHERS WISDOM. Thank you Nick for your kindness in sharing. Your eloquence in relaying whatever you share is much appreciated by myself, and I am sure by many others. 🙏❤️

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Aww thank you so much Theresa! And I couldn’t agree more… a mother’s wisdom is so powerful 😊😊

Break ups, death of loved ones, these are the most challenging in life for me

Always love your videos ❤... Love from India the land of Buddha 🇮🇳❤️ I Am proud buddhist 🙌🌏

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Greetings from Thailand 😊

@evolveyourself9518

7 ай бұрын

@@a1x2y3z4 I always learned that India is the home of Buddha. Then Buddhism spread to Asia from India.

as someone who's breakup has turned him towards Buddhism. Thank you Venerable Nick. The insights and wisdom on this channel are worth more than gold

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

You’re welcome and my heart goes out to you my friend 😊

Nick, as I started getting older I have become so aware of the action of “just let it go”. Stop the tension & negativity. I love your analogy. Clear & beautiful. Thank you

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Wonderful my friend! Thank you so much 😊

Thanks you very much for your teaching. Watching your videos has help me from my heroine addict. Now I am clean for 28 days.

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Wow 🙌🙌🙌 congratulations my friend. That’s so wonderful to hear. Please keep up the great work! It’s a big deal 😊😊

@twinkletoes1507

7 ай бұрын

That is awesome! If you slip, right back on the horse!

- Thank you for being so open Nick. We have all felt strong painful emotions no matter how strong a façade we present. This lesson and resolution is so very true.

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

You're so welcome! Thank you so much 😊

Great message, thank you Nick. I lost myself a little over a year ago in a divorce after being married 13 years, stopped intoxicants that we both used in the marriage and started working in a 12 step program to help myself at first and now others. I did the same for 6 years and it was awesome...I am glad to be back in that community. We also started a Dharma Recovery gathering 2 weeks ago, yesterday I brought a little treat for us all to share. I am lonely in a certain sense only, but in most ways we measure my life is so very full. I will keep adding drops of water, and the salt...salt for me comes in many forms, that from gluttony or procrastination or envy is hard to stop...but glad I watched this today, today I will not add salt.

@hoyinmee1468

7 ай бұрын

Very good advice and I have been practising it..

@seesansangtham4028

5 ай бұрын

However, you have good lock to follow Budda's way.

Majority of people live in such complex mentality. They don’t understand reality and instead solving problems, they creates even more! They don’t need afraid of hell, as they already living in one And You, Nick, so genuine and wise, projecting peace and simplicity Which is so needed for millions Many people lost You give them Tools Thank you for this!! Thank you for becoming such person!!

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much my friend 😊

There are not enough words to express my gratitude ❤ Thank you 😊

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Awww thank you so much my friend. I can feel it in your words 😊

I grew up with a lot of trauma and physical, emotional and mental pain. I have had to work hard to get to a good place (now 57). I enjoy your videos and find your calm way very helpful. I rewatch the ones that I need to, I find your wisdom invaluable. It is helping me greatly. Thank you Venerable Nick

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Aww thank you my friend. I’m glad it’s helpful and please keep up with your great work. It’ll help to inspire others 😊

@jerrimclaughlin8432

7 ай бұрын

I love hearing this response. Glad to hear that he can help you with his wisdom. He has so much to share with all of us and if one person get help it's wonderful.

Such a wise Mother to relate this to you in your time of need. Now you are sharing your wisdom in our time of need. Thank you. 🌷🌷🌷

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

You are so welcome! I’m happy I can pay it forward 😊😊

Thank you venerable Nick. I started 13 years ago and fumbled in the dark for so long but improved life started happening. I love the milestones such as : the day the ego dissolved from me and I realized I believed in a character for the past 45 years or so, the day I realized the beauty and love each person is no matter how much the personality doesn't show it. Etc...

The Buddhist concept of “it’s just my old karma and I have to pay” that’s really hard to swallow. But your advice of immersing ourselves with water is so far the best advice, that I know but have forgotten. It is very effective. I look forward to embracing more healing water of “good deeds”. Thank you for your wisdom.

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

You’re so welcome 😊😊 Thank you so much

Thank you for sharing with us; I was almost in tears. When I was lost in the dark, I found a light -- Ven Nick ❤🧡💛

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

You’re so welcome! I’m glad it resonates with you Elizabeth 😊

@elizabethshingola2787

7 ай бұрын

@@nickkeomahavong01 🙂😁🙂💛

Teacher, thank you again for sharing and being real and vulnerable. Really appreciate your life lesson. Working on the salt in my life. One day at a time. Always in my prayer and thoughts. ❤️🧘‍♂️

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Thank you as always! 😊😊 keep up the great work.

Thank you for these videos my friend. I found myself stressed and suffering after starting a new job and realized in all of the commotion I had stopped meditating, reading and practicing! Reintegrating my practices has helped me return to a more peaceful life, and I've started watching one of your videos each morning to start my day and mind off correctly. You've had a wonderful impact on me and many others, love to you in Thailand and all of our brothers and sisters on the path.

Well spoken . Thank you venerable. When my wife died of cancer my heart broke , it really really hurt, I was fortunate enough to meet monks from all over south east Asia as it had been a deep interest to me since I was 12 years old. Now I follow the lord Buddha s teachings and understand much more about Buddhism and karma’s. Thank you for this knowledge you have shared.

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

My condolences to you my friend. I’m glad you were able to learn from the monks. That’s wonderful 😊

Rest assured, you have helped me greatly today. I have reached my lowest and am ready to rise... Thanks beyond words!

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

You are so welcome. I’m glad it’s helpful 😊

I can't express how much I am thankful that I ran across your journey and your teachings a couple of years ago. You are such a compassionate soul and your journey is inspiring. I appreciate the human being that you are.

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Aww Thank you so much my friend 😊

@stephiedrown795

7 ай бұрын

Me too.

@evaweiss132

7 ай бұрын

Thank you for kind comment.

So candid, so simple, so true.......love and peace to all ❤......

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

Thank you so much for this. It reminded me of some thing I needed to do. Many months ago I ordered something from the store. It never arrived so I called the company and they refunded my money. Then many months after the package finally showed up at my door! So I need to call the company and pay for it. If not, that would be stealing. I had forgotten. Thank you.🙏🌿

Your words are so powerful and wise. This teaching is super helpful. Thank you for taking time to share this message. 🙏🏽

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

You're so welcome! Thank you so much 😊

I listen to Eckhart Tolle teachings since a year or so. Almost on a daily basis. He helped me calming the mind and find stillness, trust and inner peace. It is livechanging to come in to the present moment. Every day I am deelpy thankfull. Now I discovered you and your wonderfull channel. And I realist it is basically the same teaching as I know from Tolle. It leads me to the recognition, how much Buddhist ethos really resonate with me. Thank you for sharing this videos and all my love to you from switzerland❤️

Thank you Nick for sharing your wisdom and experiences. It’s very much appreciated.💐

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Aww thank you so much 😊

For most parents (myself included) our instinct is to protect our children, even our adult children, and make the pain disappear but your mother handled it correctly by not minimizing or trying to fix the situation but instead providing you the wisdom to work through it yourself. I had my heart broken when I was younger, it felt like I had a knife in my chest but luckily I was surrounded by people who listened but didn't let me wallow in my misery. Positive action and helping others is the way out of the pain. Thank you so much for this!

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

That’s such a great perspective. I love that. Thank you for sharing 😊

Venerable Nick, thank you. You helped me through a difficult break up almost a year and a half ago. I will always remember you for that. Thank you for all you do to help others.

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Oh wow! I’m glad the videos have been helpful. Thank you Warren! Hope you’re doing well 😊

Might just be my time, indeed. Been stagnant for wayyy too long and found myself thinking of meditation earlier today. Then I bring up KZread to see this uploaded 18seconds ago :p Thank you for sharing!

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Wow perfect timing my friend! I think it’s a good sign. Cheering you on from Thailand 😊

I love your little laugh!

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

😆😆 thank you so much!

My wish for the world is that EVERY SINGLE person is given the gift of hearing this amazing talk. So simply put, for anyone to understand and be able to live a good life. Thank you do much Venerable Nick. I pray my son listens to this... It's that simple to start to get your life together. Your mother is amazing too.

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Awww thank you so much Samantha! Yes please feel free to pass it to him. And please tell him hello and listen to his mom 😆😆

@erikahollmann6692

6 ай бұрын

Thank you.

Hi Nick, I recently lost my grandad and was feeling quite depressed. Then I found ur vid and I’ve decided to do more good deeds and forgive myself for the bad things I’ve done in my life. Thanks you so much, ur vids have really helped me a lot! 👍

@seesansangtham4028

5 ай бұрын

Budda bless you for "forgive myself for the bad things" to be Four Brahmaviharas .

Thank you so much 🙏🏻🙏🏻💚 How do we deal with daily elderly negativity? 😢 They don't stop complaining & they love talking to me because i listen and help them feeling better. But I kind of " absorb " their sadness, & then it makes me feel sad for the rest of the day - unless i go to nature & meditate - The next day, same thing: they complain, they cry, they think about their past & i absorb their negativity for hours 😢 Sometimes i just want to shake them, seriously 😂 🙏🏻💚

@twinkletoes1507

7 ай бұрын

Do a ritual out the door. Sweep their umbilical cords they attach to you before you get in the car. Some of my dementia patients were inspiring and happy too. Brain changes & not realizing change, plus our medical system keeps prime alive sometimes beyond where they should be. There are dates worse than death, i think.

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

I know it can be difficult, but try to see the situation clearly and also their situation with compassion.

@annemarine

7 ай бұрын

​@@nickkeomahavong01 Thanks Nick for replying and your wonderful advice 🙏🏻 That is the best reply ever 🙏🏻🙏🏻💚🌿 i'll do that

@ll5584

7 ай бұрын

​@@twinkletoes1507 Your comment doesn't make sense. What's your first language if I can ask ?

No matter how much you struggle to forget, you will cause tension, mixing up the jar and making the water muddy. But if you float and lay still, the salt eventually falls and gathers down to the bottom. We all have problems, and the best way to deal with them is to let them pass us by without reacting so vigorously to it. Let it pass more often, and soon, you can think, “I have overgrown my guilty feelings” That is a point in where the mind tricks you. Self doubt can stir the jar once more, the water then becomes diluted once more. Nick clearly stated how it’s not sure how long each person will heal. It could take me months, years, maybe even a decade or two. But I’m not seeking for the end goal, I want to let it happen naturally without knowing. That is the peace I want to flourish. Thank you Nick for showing us yet a simple moral in life and how it affects our perspective on life.

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Aww thank you my friend and thank you for sharing your insight 😊😊

@chewengsun2902

2 ай бұрын

@vitromelo. Thank you so much for a very well articulated perspective.

I viewed your original video when you shared the point of epiphany in your life that led to renunciation and your monastic commitment. It came at the perfect moment in my life when I was going through divorce. Your message helped me regain right view and right motivation on my Buddhist path. It helped me focus on my work to relieve suffering in the world, and to invest in sources of happiness that are true and lasting. Thank you for sharing your story and wisdom! Thanks to your mother, and the Buddha as well. I’m so happy for your healing and success!

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Wow thank you for sharing and I’m glad it’s helpful 😊

@user-fr6th7qi9k

7 ай бұрын

I was very happy to see the reply of antidepressants being ok because the reality is some people truly do need them on a chemical level-it's really healthy to not use absolute language because everyone is different ❤🎉

I am not a Buddhist, I am an Episcopalian, and I love your channel. There is the same issue in my family as far as not sharing emotions. It’s a hard thing to do and there are so many cultures that are like this. It’s because sharing emotions means admitting things are not perfect, maybe not even good, and you don’t want to share pain with people you love because you don’t want to cause them pain. Hold your precepts! Yes. I love this. Live your truth. I need to work on not harming animals: I’ve had a hard time from transitioning to complete veganism from vegetarianism. Do you think that antidepressants count as intoxicants?

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Thank you my friend and antidepressants as medication is ok.

Thank you Venerable Nick. I've been watching your videos a couple of years now. They are so helpful and calming and a source of wisdom now my late mother has gone ❤

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Oh wow! Thank you so much for being part of the journey 😊

Every videos of you , talk to me, to my mind... Recently, i became to declutter my life, to minimalism.. This is one thing became to change my world. My mind is more clear... I'm an high sensibilty person, and i'm trying to find my place ..Understand and love myself first, and share love and compassion with people in a second time.. Thanks you so much to share your parts of life, as a human being, with us, take care of yourself🙏 Sorry for my poor english, i'm french..

@nickkeomahavong01

5 ай бұрын

You’re welcome! Thank you so much 😊 I’m glad it’s been helpful

Thank you for sharing your mother's wisdom with the world. What a lovely message. 🙏🕉 I'm looking forward to hearing more. 💕

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

Nick, You are SO KIND, and SO GENUINE! I love listening to your knowledge & wisdom!! Many blessings to you!! ❤

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Aww Thanks so much!

Thank you very much for sharing this! There is so much in my life that makes sense now. One strategy that sometimes works for me is to first listening to sad music, watching my emotions closely. While listening and watching my emotions I imagine a compassionate person looking at me from a distance. When I think that I suffered enough I slowly change to more positive music to cheer myself up. I’m not sure if that would work for everyone. It’s just a method that I discovered some years ago and that works for me to a certain degree.

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

You’re welcome and thank you for sharing 😊

In 2018 I had a similar journey at 54. I hit rock-bottom after a breakup. I shutdown. Now at 58. I'm in peace, prayer and love me. I am enough as Mel Robbins wud say. Thank you Nick for helping people heal.❤. Namaste

Thank you Nick, for sharing your story and your lessons. I am on a path of healing as well and am adding water now thanks to your words. Peace and love to you and all.

Wow you did it again! As always your videos give me such warm feelings as you share your experiences and your journey with us connecting life both in and outside the monastery - priceless! I love the setting being so natural and pure, the pace of the video and your calm voice with such genuine teachings. I feel so fortunate to have come across you as you are now part of my journey of understanding life. My dad was a monk before he married and I think these videos help me connect with him since he passed away. Many thanks.

Thank you again Ven. Nick. You have got my attention once again, great words of wisdom, Namaste

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

You’re welcome! Thank you so much

I really needed to hear this today. Thank you for lifting a heavy sadness in my heart. ❤

Thank you so much for this beautiful video! I just stumbled on it but I think it came to me purposely as well! My 20 year old son is dealing with similar issues. You helped me to find the words I've been wanting to say to him. Also, on a personal note...you open nature and gentle voice make it so easy to listen to you. Again, thank you😊

Thank you so much for sharing this concept!! It just is the exact right time for me to hear this because I have so much salt in my life right now.

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

You're so welcome! I’m glad it’s helpful 😊

Thank you Nick. You are truly unique and talented, and are yourself a gift to the world.

You have such a supportive mother.. What to do when you have big dreams but no family support..

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Thank you. Just take small actions daily. Step by step.

I like how easygoing he is, and how much he understands everyone it seems, how all people feel about things.

Thank you so much Venerable Nick! I can easily share this video to people who are interested and just beginning on the path. This is easily understandable and will help many!

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much my friend.😊

Great, Nick. You are so right about this being the core of Buddhism. I found this out for myself. You are a great teacher.

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Aww thank you so much my friend 😊

I love you, brother. Best of luck to you. Your channel is very warm. Keep up the great work.

Thank you so much, Nick! I have been listening to you since 2020. You have taught me so much about being true to myself, walking the Buddhist path, and finding joy and peace in life's simple routine.

Tremendous thanks and my sincerest appreciation for your advice as well as the inspiration of your journey

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Awww thank you so much my friend 😊

A very profound message, thank you. It's why we need to work hard everyday!

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

I just came across this on the Eclipse which represents letting go of things that no longer serve us….I am not doing it all perfectly yet, I am a work in progress. I know though my life is changing for the better. Thank you for sharing so deeply with us Ven. Nick and so nice to hear how your mom could support you in your time of suffering 🤗❤. Thank you for your guidance.🙏

Thank you so much! I really needed to hear this today. You are helping a lot of people Nick.

❤Thank you so much Ven Nick❤ once again your lovely calm voice and your understanding is beautiful. You offer us practical advice , i love how non judgemental you always are.😊 i have been on my own healing journey for over 20 years, seems a long long time but i feel myself getting lighter every day. Discovering Buddhism and meditation and talks like yours have helped enormously. Thank you from my heart❤

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Awww thank you so much. Keep going my friend. You’re doing great!

❤ 🥺 Thank you venerable Nick. It was inspirational as always 🙏

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Aww thank you so much 😊

Thank you so much, that was just what I needed. your words really touched my reality.

Love this. ❤️. Needed this today 🙌

@nickkeomahavong01

5 ай бұрын

😊😊

Thank you so much for this. Your wisdom has been extremely helpful and came at the perfect time 🙏 I’ve asked this question a few times but deleted because I was afraid..so I’m just going to ask it. How does one go out into the world and learn to love after violence. I struggle with ptsd, meditation , chanting and yoga have been helpful but I am STUCK here. I feel like I am missing the most important part.

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

I’m glad you asked my friend. Just remember to take your time. The more that you go out, the more it’ll build confidence as you start to have new experiences 😊

@Jess-ji5ss

7 ай бұрын

Thank you 💜

Thanks again Nick for sharing this wisdom. As a motorcyclist, I get completely lost in the ride and find it very meditative. Not in heavy traffic of course! (insert Nick style chuckle ha ha) Right on, ride on eveyone! Peace from Florida all.

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

😆😆 thank you so much my friend

Thank you ❤Nick, I needed that.

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

You're welcome! Thank you so much 😊

I so appreciate these videos u do thank you 🙏

@nickkeomahavong01

5 ай бұрын

Glad you like them! thank you so much!

Also try to put yourself in a healthy environment. if between toxic people, you’ll never get rid of poison. Even diluting their toxicity, you’ll loose yourself for nothing. Take care everyone ❤

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Yes! That’s very important also 😊

I'm at what I feel is a critical moment in my life, facing challenges that seem to just mount. This is exactly what I prayed for and you delivered it so eloquently. Thank you for helping me see the path. I appreciate you.

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Aww I’m glad this is helpful my friend 😊

Thank you!! I was feeling so heavy this morning and sad, your words just lifted me up! I'm feeling so grateful for your love and wisdom, i will start today following your advise. ❤❤❤

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Oh beautiful my friend! Yes just keep adding more water 😊

It is the first time I listen to you. You’re a messenger of god to many people who seek for help.You’re doing good just by sharing sincerely what you’re gone through and how you overcame the challenges , and found meaning of your life. Thanks for sharing!!!

My life is becoming more salty than MCdonalds's French fries. I need to stop false speech. Thanks Nick.

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Oh wow! I love the analogy. Haha. That’s funny. Thank you for sharing 😊

I needed to see and hear this right now. Thanks for the blessings and the teachings Venerable Nick.

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

You are so welcome 😊

Thanks brother! Much love 💪🏻❤️

I feel so blessed to have this video recommended to me. It came in perfect time

I needed this! Thank you so much Nick. I am grateful for your videos!

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

You're so welcome! Thank you so much 😊

Thank you for sharing your story. It helped me know I'm not alone on things. Something similar. Break up. With kids. World shattered etc. 2 years now and it's slowly getting better. It really does work to do the inner and outter work. So thank you

Thank you. Bless you. Your words are so soothing. 🙏❤️

@nickkeomahavong01

6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

Thank you this is such a great review. I really needed to hear this. Love the adding water, to the salt, thank your Mom for that one!

Wow. I needed that. Thank you!

@nickkeomahavong01

5 ай бұрын

You're so welcome!

Oh my !! That is great !!Thank you so very much. Never heard anything so great. Wonderful!!

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

Aww thank you so much 😊

Thank you for your teaching, it had really helped me a lot

Thank you for showing me the light as moments of dark grief still grip me from time to time. Your wisdom makes so much sense and I now understand the concept of Karma . Keep diluting the salt ! Excellent explanation and techniques to replace bad with the good. Thank you so much. This is just what I needed today.

This came at the right time of my life.. thank you

Thank you very much Nick. I enjoy listening to your sharing 🙏

Thank you for this great message. I really needed to hear this today.

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

You are so welcome! Thank you so much 😊

Thank you so much 🙏🏼this went straight to my heart 🙂 Blessings to everyone 🙏🏼

@nickkeomahavong01

7 ай бұрын

You’re welcome. Thank you so much 😊