Thank you so much for watching! 🫶🌎💪 If you resonated with the film, I'd be grateful for your support in sharing the message: please share with your network! 🙌🛶 I’d also love to hear in the comments how you might apply these ideas in your own life 💥 🏡We have a free discussion guide for stimulating conversations if you want to watch the film again with friends and family (it's a fun thing to do one evening): losingyourself.org/free-course 🧘 We've also made a free 'Losing Yourself' email course, with practices to help you integrate the film into your everyday life: 👉 losingyourself.org/free-course 💜 I also host transformational events worldwide to help you embody the ideas from the film and awaken your compassionate potential. To learn more visit: 👉 www.balanceispossible.com/events 💪 Want to support our team? Joining Taoist Wellness Online is one of the best ways to support us and you get SO much learning to help you live long and live well: www.taoistwellness.online/ 💸 You can also donate here, thank you!: losingyourself.org/donate/ Our organisation is a 19-person team called Balance is Possible! We are on a mission to create films, communities and transformative education to help people and planet live in balance. This project took 2 years, I'm so excited for you to watch the film! I'm sending you my best wishes for your onward journey. With love, George
A heartfelt "Thank You!" for your efforts in this lovely film! I'm 71 years old and have practiced mindfulness, tai chi and qigong for 30 years. It's been a marvelous, life changing and sustaining part of my daily life. Cheers!
Many more people need to value this path. I see people putting the heart shape of universal love on their cars, homes and clothing. Great! Yet how many of us are still wandering around frowning, feeling lost, dependent on the worldly system for a sense of belonging and satisfaction? I therefore applaud efforts such as this film to bring us together in love and understanding. Here's to peace, sanity and progress!
"Wisdom is when we channel what happens in our lives towards the purposes that serve harmony and peace." "We have the power to choose a story that empowers us." Powerful 🙏 I'll happily rewatch this a few more times.
“I am just one aperture through which the universe can experience itself” … my favourite line. Wonderful film experience for myself and the universe therefore (I guess?!) well done to all involved.
Thank you George. You have put this together beautifully to spread peace and love into our world.. May all who see this be inspired to also become ambassadors of peace. 🕊️🕊️🕊️
George, I started watching your videos a few years ago. I'm so glad and impressed that you took your uncertainty and sense of, perhaps, feeling alienated from elements of the life you'd always known, and began to explore and share what you've discovered, documenting your journey. You're a young man and I'm a woman in my 60's, but our preoccupations are very similar (of course it will all be a little different for different people).You've taken the path less chosen, and I hope you never give up on it, and I'm glad you've made this film. Two thoughts so far as I watch this: the bit in Genesis about God telling humans that they had dominion over the earth and all its creatures was one of the most harmful few lines ever put down on paper (or parchment, or whatever it was!). The idea that only humans are made in "God's image" is sheer hubris--as an ant in an ant colony must perhaps feel that IT and its companions, as they build and survive in their own impressively "designed" colonies, are the center of whatever is around them. We are not superior to them--just different--and we are all part of the Divine, and the Divine is part of all of us. Also, regarding "enlightenment," I've come to believe that the sign of someone who is truly enlightened is their saying, "I have absolutely no idea."
I believe this ”dominion” line is a complete mistranslation of what should actually be ”guardianship” or ”stewardship”. It has been twisted into ”we can do whatever we want because we are kings of the world” when it’s actually supposed to be ”we are responsible to care for and protect the world and its inhabitants”.
Thank you, George! This is a beautiful and very well-made film. I am a Tai Chi instructor in the United States, and I definitely will be recommending this to the participants in my classes! In the modern world, we over-think and over-complicate things to the point that we have difficulty grasping such basic concepts. You did an amazing job of illustrating these ideas and bringing us back to the basics without judgement. I loved the exercises in sensation and meditation as well; and I'm glad that instead of continuing the documentary only in "presentation mode", you took some time to sit and practice them together with us.
Love this man! Such a gift to be able to explain such complex concepts, ancient philosophy’s and timeless wisdom in a simple and digestible manner. Celebrating you for this masterpiece 🙌💜
I needed this so much right now... its moved me to tears, to deal with very sad very hard family situation with kindness and compassion. The world needs more George Thompsons, although there is only you... you have such a way with words for such a young man. Congratulations, you are amazing. Keep gifting to us please and changing the world for the better.
Superb offering, George! The world needs these messages more than ever, not only your words, but embodied in your life and who you are. Also, of course, that illusory "self" that you've lost (at times) is to be thanked! Peace & Namaste, Bruce P. Grether
Great film!!! Very complete, it has history, anthropology, philosophy and practice. I’ve followed your videos since a year ago and I’m happy you created this film!
While watching the film - and I did it twice - I was reminded of one of my advisors when I was taking PhD ten years ago. It was a mid-term examination and after analyzing all the material I've presented he told me that all that content had material for at least seven thesis, thus I needed to decide what I really wanted to present as a thesis and restart the whole thing from zero. Of course I became desperate. But then I swallowed up my frustration and in order to put his advise into practice, I asked myself about the starting point of the author I was studying. Adopting this methodology very soon the tread I should follow became clear. I also went back to a classical book on how to write a thesis in order to reexamine some basic concepts to double check where I had missed the right track. As a result, instead of overcrowding my paper with the stuff of seven thesis, this time I was able to focus on one main topic and develop a very interesting, innovative contribution. You know George, I'm a great fan of yours. Good luck my friend!!!
George! Such a wonderful film. Such hard work, both on foot and in production. What a fantastic achievement for you. Thank you for your hard work and for sharing yourself in this way. Be the change you seek; surely, you're living that sentiment. Big love, Kate. ❤
This is a fantastic film, George. Spreading these crucial messages aside, and the fact that you're a great writer and director, you're also a really fab presenter. Thank you for leading this movement towards peace and understanding. xxxxx
Thanks for this. I appreciate hearing this told differently than I normally think of it. This video also helped me realize where I’ve been getting hung up recently. Thanks! 😊
Thank you George for the video; I got mixed up with the time because I thought it was at 3:45 pm rather than 3 pm then I realized that the Q&A session was at 3:45 pm but no matter I was able to watch the recording & I enjoyed it very much. The whole video was very educational.
thank you for these reminders. loved the analogies with the velcro ball hat 💭, the flashlight 🙏, the valleys and our inner mountain-view 🏞️. the release of tension and the slow breathing as well was very calming for me. beautiful video broken down wonderfully. makes it clear that appreciating the ever-changing nature of all brings peace. 🕊️
Very good George love your work,have done tai chi and meditation for many years and you have hit the points well in this video, 🙏🏼 great teachings for the journey
Beautiful work george. Ive followed your journey for years now, infact was inspired by your time in china when i did a similar journey in brasil. This is great work. Thank you.
Dear George ❤I’m so grateful for that wonderful film you brought us - I enjoyed every image and sound - I’m inspired by your art of telling g the story
You are one of my everyday guides. Since I know myself, I am anxiety personified. Why? It’s has been a real challenge to overcome this awkward and tiresome sensation, but with persistence and wise guidance like yours, I am on the road to ‘Letting go’. Breath has helped a lot. Thank you very much for sharing and caring. It is impossible not loving you. A lot!
Well done George! Beautiful to watch and perfectly written. I'm very glad you started with the animals. We can learn so much from them; they truly live in the moment. Thank you for all your work on this. 👍
A wonderful doco...sharing! I am always in awe to be connecting with like minded people in so many varied places and ways. One of the blessings of the global community. Thank you 🙏❤️
What a lovely tying up of so many seemingly unconnected dots! Your journey from your own difficult questions have guided you to a journey you took not only for yourself, but so many of us! 🙏🏽 Thanks George 🙏🏽
Absolutely fantastic! Thank you so much George for the profound words. I love the quote “ I Think therefore, I am confused” that is so awesome. I really hope you put out more videos like this one. 🙏❤️
Beautiful documentary. Excellent filmmaking, beautiful citations and an excellent exploration of the nature of human wisdom, and its role to play in the ever-changing cosmos. If anyone, myself included, ever finds themselves wanting more than what your sage consul prescribes, then they need only return to this great harmony that has always been here, and always will. They need only pause, feel, think and see.
George, this is a brilliant film and it truly put me at peace and balance with myself and the world. I love the feeling and I will share with my friends. Balance is possible and it starts with each one of us. I admire your wisdom at such a young age. Much love to you and all of you sharing this space ❤❤❤
Thank you so much for this George. I'm forever grateful for your awesome videos - and films! I have practiced Tai Chi for years as well as holding the Tao Te Jing close to my heart. Your words and guide translate so clearly and respectfully those of the ancient mystics and philosophers. Keep up the good work my friend.
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Thank you so much for watching! 🫶🌎💪 If you resonated with the film, I'd be grateful for your support in sharing the message: please share with your network! 🙌🛶 I’d also love to hear in the comments how you might apply these ideas in your own life 💥
🏡We have a free discussion guide for stimulating conversations if you want to watch the film again with friends and family (it's a fun thing to do one evening): losingyourself.org/free-course
🧘 We've also made a free 'Losing Yourself' email course, with practices to help you integrate the film into your everyday life:
👉 losingyourself.org/free-course
💜 I also host transformational events worldwide to help you embody the ideas from the film and awaken your compassionate potential. To learn more visit:
👉 www.balanceispossible.com/events
💪 Want to support our team? Joining Taoist Wellness Online is one of the best ways to support us and you get SO much learning to help you live long and live well: www.taoistwellness.online/
💸 You can also donate here, thank you!: losingyourself.org/donate/
Our organisation is a 19-person team called Balance is Possible! We are on a mission to create films, communities and transformative education to help people and planet live in balance. This project took 2 years, I'm so excited for you to watch the film!
I'm sending you my best wishes for your onward journey.
With love,
George
I am 74 and have been guided to this film to learn this so far: I can add the practice Tai Chi to strengthen myself.
If there would be an award for self development, it will be yours today. Thanks a lot George!!
A heartfelt "Thank You!" for your efforts in this lovely film! I'm 71 years old and have practiced mindfulness, tai chi and qigong for 30 years. It's been a marvelous, life changing and sustaining part of my daily life. Cheers!
Many more people need to value this path. I see people putting the heart shape of universal love on their cars, homes and clothing. Great! Yet how many of us are still wandering around frowning, feeling lost, dependent on the worldly system for a sense of belonging and satisfaction? I therefore applaud efforts such as this film to bring us together in love and understanding. Here's to peace, sanity and progress!
"Wisdom is when we channel what happens in our lives towards the purposes that serve harmony and peace."
"We have the power to choose a story that empowers us."
Powerful 🙏 I'll happily rewatch this a few more times.
Fantastic! This was a brilliant film, showed to my Philosophy students in school and they really enjoyed it :)
George! What a beautiful gift you have given this world. Thank you.
Wow, thank you 🙏
George, I could listen to you talk all day! Simply a masterpiece.
“I am just one aperture through which the universe can experience itself” … my favourite line. Wonderful film experience for myself and the universe therefore (I guess?!) well done to all involved.
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Everyone needs to watch this film. It's such an important message. ❤
Thank you George. You have put this together beautifully to spread peace and love into our world.. May all who see this be inspired to also become ambassadors of peace. 🕊️🕊️🕊️
Mindful Peace and Love from Winnipeg, Canada 🇨🇦 🙏
Peace and love from L.A., California
Oh George! So beautiful! Tears are still running down my face....
George, I started watching your videos a few years ago. I'm so glad and impressed that you took your uncertainty and sense of, perhaps, feeling alienated from elements of the life you'd always known, and began to explore and share what you've discovered, documenting your journey. You're a young man and I'm a woman in my 60's, but our preoccupations are very similar (of course it will all be a little different for different people).You've taken the path less chosen, and I hope you never give up on it, and I'm glad you've made this film.
Two thoughts so far as I watch this: the bit in Genesis about God telling humans that they had dominion over the earth and all its creatures was one of the most harmful few lines ever put down on paper (or parchment, or whatever it was!). The idea that only humans are made in "God's image" is sheer hubris--as an ant in an ant colony must perhaps feel that IT and its companions, as they build and survive in their own impressively "designed" colonies, are the center of whatever is around them. We are not superior to them--just different--and we are all part of the Divine, and the Divine is part of all of us.
Also, regarding "enlightenment," I've come to believe that the sign of someone who is truly enlightened is their saying, "I have absolutely no idea."
I believe this ”dominion” line is a complete mistranslation of what should actually be ”guardianship” or ”stewardship”. It has been twisted into ”we can do whatever we want because we are kings of the world” when it’s actually supposed to be ”we are responsible to care for and protect the world and its inhabitants”.
@@SaikouKarateWonderful. Thank you for that perspective on something that's always bothered me!
Thank you, George! This is a beautiful and very well-made film. I am a Tai Chi instructor in the United States, and I definitely will be recommending this to the participants in my classes!
In the modern world, we over-think and over-complicate things to the point that we have difficulty grasping such basic concepts. You did an amazing job of illustrating these ideas and bringing us back to the basics without judgement. I loved the exercises in sensation and meditation as well; and I'm glad that instead of continuing the documentary only in "presentation mode", you took some time to sit and practice them together with us.
Thank you a lot, this film has really encouraged me. A small group can make a change
Absolutely!
And this with all my heart and soul, my life is changed for ever.
Love this man! Such a gift to be able to explain such complex concepts, ancient philosophy’s and timeless wisdom in a simple and digestible manner.
Celebrating you for this masterpiece 🙌💜
I needed this so much right now... its moved me to tears, to deal with very sad very hard family situation with kindness and compassion. The world needs more George Thompsons, although there is only you... you have such a way with words for such a young man. Congratulations, you are amazing. Keep gifting to us please and changing the world for the better.
Happy to be here 🙏 happy to be anywhere ✨
Superb offering, George! The world needs these messages more than ever, not only your words, but embodied in your life and who you are. Also, of course, that illusory "self" that you've lost (at times) is to be thanked! Peace & Namaste, Bruce P. Grether
Thank you Bruce!!
thank you George for making this movie. also for all your effort in spreading your deep understanding that can help so many people , never give up !
Thank you George! Your film is beautiful and wise. Meditating for 20 years has been my path to peace.
What a beautiful gift you are … thank you. I’m glad you found me💞💞🌺💞
Lovely and inspiring. I certainly hope I do not lose myself in fear.
Great film!!! Very complete, it has history, anthropology, philosophy and practice. I’ve followed your videos since a year ago and I’m happy you created this film!
Fine comment, thanks ❤
While watching the film - and I did it twice - I was reminded of one of my advisors when I was taking PhD ten years ago. It was a mid-term examination and after analyzing all the material I've presented he told me that all that content had material for at least seven thesis, thus I needed to decide what I really wanted to present as a thesis and restart the whole thing from zero. Of course I became desperate. But then I swallowed up my frustration and in order to put his advise into practice, I asked myself about the starting point of the author I was studying. Adopting this methodology very soon the tread I should follow became clear. I also went back to a classical book on how to write a thesis in order to reexamine some basic concepts to double check where I had missed the right track. As a result, instead of overcrowding my paper with the stuff of seven thesis, this time I was able to focus on one main topic and develop a very interesting, innovative contribution. You know George, I'm a great fan of yours. Good luck my friend!!!
Thanks Zsuzsanna! I appreciate your support all these years
love this powerful and practical message, combining ancient wisdom with modern science
George! Such a wonderful film. Such hard work, both on foot and in production. What a fantastic achievement for you. Thank you for your hard work and for sharing yourself in this way. Be the change you seek; surely, you're living that sentiment. Big love, Kate. ❤
This is a fantastic film, George. Spreading these crucial messages aside, and the fact that you're a great writer and director, you're also a really fab presenter. Thank you for leading this movement towards peace and understanding. xxxxx
Thanks for this. I appreciate hearing this told differently than I normally think of it. This video also helped me realize where I’ve been getting hung up recently.
Thanks! 😊
Beautiful Film George🙏
Thank you George for the video; I got mixed up with the time because I thought it was at 3:45 pm rather than 3 pm then I realized that the Q&A session was at 3:45 pm but no matter I was able to watch the recording & I enjoyed it very much. The whole video was very educational.
An inspiring, thought-provoking, and hopeful message. Beautifully filmed and produced. Thank you, George.
Will be sharing this with my students. Peace to all. Love to all. Bravo, George ❤🎉
SOOOO many good things could be said about this video, but only two words come out from the bottom of my heart : THANK YOU !
Wow, thank you so much for your beautiful words! Sending warmth. 🙏
thank you for these reminders. loved the analogies with the velcro ball hat 💭, the flashlight 🙏, the valleys and our inner mountain-view 🏞️. the release of tension and the slow breathing as well was very calming for me. beautiful video broken down wonderfully. makes it clear that appreciating the ever-changing nature of all brings peace. 🕊️
Very well produced as well as impactful message, in all.
This is absolutely incredible, George!
Thanks for this great content, may God bless you!
Amazing can’t wait to share this with my family and frienda
Beautiful film George 😍 Thank you so much for this wonderful gift to us all. Much love ❤
Very good George love your work,have done tai chi and meditation for many years and you have hit the points well in this video, 🙏🏼 great teachings for the journey
Thank you so much!
Amazing message. George for president. For real.
Such a beautiful movie! Thank you ☺️
Keep stepping! With love and gratitude, thank you! ❤🙏🕊
Beautiful. This is what I have done for years on my solo treks in Himalayas... walking meditation!
Fantastic efforts towards our collective expansion! Thank you!
Beautiful work george. Ive followed your journey for years now, infact was inspired by your time in china when i did a similar journey in brasil. This is great work. Thank you.
Well done, I resonated when you mentioned not having many friends.
Beautiful movie, some of it nearby home. Thank you George, it was very emotional and intelligent.
This is so exciting
Dear George ❤I’m so grateful for that wonderful film you brought us - I enjoyed every image and sound - I’m inspired by your art of telling g the story
You are one of my everyday guides. Since I know myself, I am anxiety personified. Why? It’s has been a real challenge to overcome this awkward and tiresome sensation, but with persistence and wise guidance like yours, I am on the road to ‘Letting go’. Breath has helped a lot. Thank you very much for sharing and caring. It is impossible not loving you. A lot!
Great film mate 🙏🏻 This is exactly the information the world needs right now
Lovely Nature here to say the least !
I’m feeling inspired to get myself out in nature to learn some lessons! Thank you George!
Beautiful mate! A big hug from Peru!!!
Hugs back to you Luis!
Well done George! Beautiful to watch and perfectly written. I'm very glad you started with the animals. We can learn so much from them; they truly live in the moment. Thank you for all your work on this. 👍
so so beautiful, I am lost for words
Its great to see how far youve come from that first day at the temple. Wonderfully done. Beautiful film.
A wonderful doco...sharing! I am always in awe to be connecting with like minded people in so many varied places and ways. One of the blessings of the global community. Thank you 🙏❤️
Beautiful! Peaceful, insightful & full of inspiration! Many thanks to you George & your film crew! Congratulations to all of you!!
What a lovely tying up of so many seemingly unconnected dots! Your journey from your own difficult questions have guided you to a journey you took not only for yourself, but so many of us! 🙏🏽 Thanks George 🙏🏽
Wonderful film thank you so much, started Qi Gong thanks to you George 💖
Bravo George! Wonderfully produced. Beautifully filmed. Let’s hope that together, we can bring positive change in this chaotic world.
This was amazing! Thank you ❤
From the heart Thank you
masterpiece
the more I listen to nature the more it talks to me . beautiful film thank you and thank you for you❤
Beautiful film, George! I really enjoyed watching. Thanks for all your hard work by putting this all together 🙏
This is finally on RUclips! Let's go, I can watch and enjoy. Thanks so much, George.
I see your heart dear brother, touching to behold and such a gift to this ailing planet.
This is so genuine and authentic. I am so grateful to have found this.
Thank you for sharing! So glad it resonates with you. 🙏
Thank you very much George. This film really helps me on my journey🙏
So glad to hear!
Fantastic film - hoping that more people can find peace in these chaotic times :)
Absolutely fantastic! Thank you so much George for the profound words. I love the quote “ I Think therefore, I am confused” that is so awesome. I really hope you put out more videos like this one. 🙏❤️
Love this mate!!
Thank you George! Very beautifully done. I’m sure your simple message of losing yourself will catch on.
Beautiful documentary. Excellent filmmaking, beautiful citations and an excellent exploration of the nature of human wisdom, and its role to play in the ever-changing cosmos. If anyone, myself included, ever finds themselves wanting more than what your sage consul prescribes, then they need only return to this great harmony that has always been here, and always will. They need only pause, feel, think and see.
Very beautiful, great job 🪷
George, this is a brilliant film and it truly put me at peace and balance with myself and the world.
I love the feeling and I will share with my friends. Balance is possible and it starts with each one of us. I admire your wisdom at such a young age. Much love to you and all of you sharing this space ❤❤❤
Thank you so much for this George. I'm forever grateful for your awesome videos - and films! I have practiced Tai Chi for years as well as holding the Tao Te Jing close to my heart. Your words and guide translate so clearly and respectfully those of the ancient mystics and philosophers. Keep up the good work my friend.
Amazing work George. Thanks for producing this beautiful film
THANK YOU!!! Amazing film. Beautiful wisdom. Thank you thank you thank you
Thank you for this film. You're a true blessing, George!
Beautiful ❤️🙏🌸🙏❤️
Very insightful George and the team.
Beautifully put together film. Cheers!
One of the best videos I've ever seen on RUclips. Really touched my heart
Well done brother well done ❤
Great job, George. Remember, peace is almost, unimaginably easy. easy does it.
Great watch, George! 👍
From the bottom of my heart: Thank you.
Thank you for your heartfelt words. Grateful to have been part of your journey. 🙏
This was a beautiful little watch at a time where I needed to see it. What you’ve made is a small masterpiece and so with love. Thank you
Thank you so much for giving your energy to this film and sharing it to the world George!
I quite enjoyed this. Thanks!
Very beautiful and full of insight!
Beautiful film George ❤
Beautiful. This is a work of love. Thank you for your journey, for inspiring and for sharing.