This really brings me back when I was in a clinic for addiction an behavior problems, the number one rule in the group sessions was: feet on the ground, en relax your whole body. This was a way of getting close to yourself and your feelings
This is what i like to do after a long day at work (I work in a casino) so i get verbal abuse everyday from negative people and i feel refresh after watching these videos thank u
It says something, doesn't it, when so many of us come here to watch John standing in blessed silence. Dear John, you seem to be a beacon of light in a world of such confusion. Thanks for reminding us to "come home" and (re)discover what's always been there....
2 wizards enter a bar. "What'll it be boys?", says the barman. "Doesn't matter", said the fat wizard. "Yeah, dat's right!", said the other fatter wizard. "Whaddya mean, 'it doesn't matter' ?!?", said the barman. "That's coz we'll just wave our wand over it and go "Boogity boogity ka-ZAAM-bo!!"-and once the smoke clears, it'll be something that's better than any drink you have in here!". "Jeez", said the barman, "can you wave your magic wand and turn me into a wizard please?"."Nah, c'mon maaaaan(yep, Sleepyjoe was one of the wizards)-it's only by you remaining the hopeless bartender you are that we can show off our magical drink-improving skills!". The bartender contemplated this for few seconds and said, "Good point boys!".
People, please, stop sending John all of these questions! If you have a question, just sit, feet on the ground, and experience the peace of the present moment. That is your answer to all of these questions. Some seem to mistake John for a counsellor or psychotherapist, dumping life's pragmatic problems on his doorstep. Take what is offered in these wonderful, simple videos. It is all the spiritual nourishment you need! The rest, is just noise.
Hello, sir. Hope you are well in these tough situations. I really wished to go and see you in the meditation sessions this year, but unfortunately, the circumstances at present have forbade it. I just want you to know that what you are doing for us is absolutely phenomenal. The words of wisdom so quietly spoken are truly a great place for us to relax and gain knowledge at the same time. I really hope I can meet you sometime in the future. And also I want to say that we really appreciate the work which goes behind making the videos itself. Thank you Mr. Butler and Mr. Phil, your work is truly inspirational and uplifting.
I'm reminded of a song by the lovely singer Johnny Nash....."there are more questions than answers, pictures in my mind that will not show....there are more questions than answers, and the more I find out...the less I know ! Absolutely true, so far better to be present, where there are no questions ❤
Imagine how many rolls he could of played if he was an actor. Over here in Canada, Stratford Ontario... he would be a legend. But , the lord had better plans for this beautiful man. Thank you God for this wonderful gift 🙏🏼💜🇨🇦
“Greenwood” Clearing a way in Ariel’s Wood See how lightly we grace ourselves In moss and passing leaves And bark’s green sap. Here rest we In greenwood Feet on the ground And breathe in the endless- Ever in, ever out Whilst the sun and moon Alight and drive the one life Home to the infinitely giving… Infinitely struggling… Infinitely yielding sky and earth... James Thank you, John.
hahaa.. even listening to all those questions made feel overwhelmed gosh... i love how you answered them all so well 💖 so much humility, wisdom, compassion and loving humour 😊 and It is beautiful to be in the silence presence with you, thank you John and Phil 🙏💖
Hi Mr. Butler, I live in east Tx. I love listening to you. You are truly a wise man. Thank you for inspiring my life. Such a kind, sweet soul. God bless you.
What a wonderful beautiful man you are john .......... so glad to have discovered you on you tube , your big russian heart comes shining through ...... delighted to listen everytime thank you xxxx
My question is “How can people have SO many questions about something that is SO simple?” It couldn’t be more simple and yet people just don’t seem to see it. Also, another question is “what if John satisfactorily answers your question? What then?” They’ll only be satisfied for a few minutes before they produce another question!
I just want to say John what a wonderful loving presence you have. You have brought me so much solace in my life, and brought me back to meditation. Thank you 🙏. Love crosses all borders, conquers all fear and clears away all darkness for where there is love there is light and where there is light all things are possible. Love and light to you kind Sir 🙏 Graham
Phil...can you do a video with John looking to the ground in perfect stillness? A long vídeo? The silence and the eyes of John speak everything he says... John is perfect stillness...perfect humbleness...perfect peace....🙏
Mr butler i am an agnositc athiest and i fijd your videos so helpful intelligent and insightful your such an amazing human being and such a beautiful soul i wish i could meet u and chat with u
Another wonderful video. The question about dealing with harsh words and judgments: never easy, and as John rightly points out, such moments can hurt one's confidence. Harsh words almost always reflect the inner state of the speaker, not the person they are judging. I'm still trying to really live this. We need to not react in such moments (something the ego is always willing to do), look on them with compassion and bless them.
Bless you John my dear. This was ideal for me and so many who yearn for a Bakewell stream a bit of sun and plants slowly dancing to sleep in the soft breeze. Natural Silence. aaaahhhh...
So sorry to hear that we have to miss you for some time. Your voice is so comforting and so are the words you speak. And your being is so radiant. Thanks for all you gave so far. And please be back soon. Much much love and blessings 💞💜😘
I would be happy to see Phil in front of the camera again after quite some time, but it's up to you gentlemen. As always, the videos are appreciated so much.
Took me quite a lot of videos to really understand your concept of god (which I find quite interesting, a bit of gnostic ism in it perhaps). And I think that even without the spiritual things in it there s something about your philosophy and meditation that can help people "let go" as you say or be more focused on what's in front of them (as your dad would say if I may 😉)
How do you stay in an unthinking state? I think the answer to that one would be "you need to be dead", if we're honest. Sadly, so many people have the idea that meditation will rid their mind of its "function". It can certainly help in calming the activity a bit but the meditation will still have the mind's movement accompanying it, though it might not be as distracted by it, that's all. Sorry, didn't intend to write so much!
Yup. Dead , non rem sleep, or anesthetized. Otherwise, you are thinking on some level. Some ppl say they can think non verbally. I know nothing of that however.
I appreciate your videos, would it be possible to go back to or include some where John talks to us about things that he thinks might be helpful, rather than the Q and A sessions. I feel that John was able to get into more depth in these sort of videos. Also, Phil, bring him along a campng chair to sit on!!
Feet on the ground, bottom on the chair, listen and look. Yet another wonderful insight. I appreciate it mr. Butler, thank you.
This was recorded the day after I met John.John is the best man I've ever met,there are not many like him.
What did you meet him for?
@@EmpyreanLightASMR meditation,being in the company of an enlightened person
@@meekomania457 Wow, that sounds incredible! Does he speak normally when he's not in the zone, or is he always quiet?
Just being exposed to this man, speaking in nature reduces my anxiety and relaxes me in all the right ways.
He seems like he's standing there waiting to give someone a quest
an NPC 😭😭😭😭
@@eljohnsonlyk popppppppppppppppppp
Pop
He is. The quest is granted to you. Answer the questions three : who am I? Where am I? How do I encounter silence.
Wonderful, thank you John for reminding me the simplicity of life. Much love, i hope you are well ❤️
No need to apologize John, I could listen to your voice for eternity.
This man is a gift. He must be protected at all costs. 🙏
🙏🌟 John's totally protected in God's Light🕯 Don't worry !🌟🕊🙏
I wish I could wrap my arms around John and give him buckets of all-natural, homegrown Love
Hi John. You should do maybe some audio book readings. That would be great to listen too.
I would listen to every Star Wars novel ever published if he read them all.
Carlos castenada.
Yes... I would love to hear him recite the poem “If”, by Rudyard Kipling. Would be amzing🙏🏼💜
The silence was bliss
This really brings me back when I was in a clinic for addiction an behavior problems, the number one rule in the group sessions was: feet on the ground, en relax your whole body. This was a way of getting close to yourself and your feelings
This is what i like to do after a long day at work (I work in a casino) so i get verbal abuse everyday from negative people and i feel refresh after watching these videos thank u
It says something, doesn't it, when so many of us come here to watch John standing in blessed silence. Dear John, you seem to be a beacon of light in a world of such confusion. Thanks for reminding us to "come home" and (re)discover what's always been there....
We got nature aswell, its all around us
Each day I look and listen to this wonder full man.He reminds me. I've been meditating for 50 years now myself. Every word he says is true.
This man is a gift of god
So are you
@@baptm727 True, we all are, i missed that. Thanks (you too!)
Those breaks of silence and the sounds of the running river ! I have always loved those moments
You're never too long, John. Never! ♥
A wizard is never late, Nor is he early; he arrives precisely when he means to.
2 wizards enter a bar. "What'll it be boys?", says the barman. "Doesn't matter", said the fat wizard. "Yeah, dat's right!", said the other fatter wizard. "Whaddya mean, 'it doesn't matter' ?!?", said the barman. "That's coz we'll just wave our wand over it and go "Boogity boogity ka-ZAAM-bo!!"-and once the smoke clears, it'll be something that's better than any drink you have in here!". "Jeez", said the barman, "can you wave your magic wand and turn me into a wizard please?"."Nah, c'mon maaaaan(yep, Sleepyjoe was one of the wizards)-it's only by you remaining the hopeless bartender you are that we can show off our magical drink-improving skills!". The bartender contemplated this for few seconds and said, "Good point boys!".
People, please, stop sending John all of these questions! If you have a question, just sit, feet on the ground, and experience the peace of the present moment. That is your answer to all of these questions. Some seem to mistake John for a counsellor or psychotherapist, dumping life's pragmatic problems on his doorstep. Take what is offered in these wonderful, simple videos. It is all the spiritual nourishment you need! The rest, is just noise.
Hello, sir. Hope you are well in these tough situations. I really wished to go and see you in the meditation sessions this year, but unfortunately, the circumstances at present have forbade it.
I just want you to know that what you are doing for us is absolutely phenomenal. The words of wisdom so quietly spoken are truly a great place for us to relax and gain knowledge at the same time.
I really hope I can meet you sometime in the future. And also I want to say that we really appreciate the work which goes behind making the videos itself.
Thank you Mr. Butler and Mr. Phil, your work is truly inspirational and uplifting.
I'm reminded of a song by the lovely singer Johnny Nash....."there are more questions than answers, pictures in my mind that will not show....there are more questions than answers, and the more I find out...the less I know ! Absolutely true, so far better to be present, where there are no questions ❤
Imagine how many rolls he could of played if he was an actor. Over here in Canada, Stratford Ontario... he would be a legend. But , the lord had better plans for this beautiful man. Thank you God for this wonderful gift 🙏🏼💜🇨🇦
Blimey, that's nice weather for mid November...
“Greenwood”
Clearing a way in Ariel’s Wood
See how lightly we grace ourselves
In moss and passing leaves
And bark’s green sap. Here rest we
In greenwood
Feet on the ground
And breathe in the endless-
Ever in, ever out
Whilst the sun and moon
Alight and drive the one life
Home to the infinitely giving…
Infinitely struggling…
Infinitely yielding sky and earth...
James
Thank you, John.
🙏 🌟 Beautiful Poem .🕊🙏
Thank you.
So much love to you John and Phil, thanks for another timeless video. God bless 🤗💖
And not even a friend and sense of peace and strength beside me. More inside me... 🙏
hahaa.. even listening to all those questions made feel overwhelmed gosh...
i love how you answered them all so well 💖
so much humility, wisdom, compassion and loving humour 😊
and It is beautiful to be in the silence presence with you, thank you John and Phil 🙏💖
Every time i listen to your videos it feels my heart with Love & a big smile .Thank you Dear John .God bless you John & Phill .💖👏😊
Great to share the same spirit. Love is great, God is great ❤️
This is by far my favorite John Butler video. The stream running in the background just accentuates everything John preaches .
Hi Mr. Butler, I live in east Tx. I love listening to you. You are truly a wise man. Thank you for inspiring my life. Such a kind, sweet soul. God bless you.
Thanks for including the dog. Perfect example of what to do with things that "interrupt" meditation.
John you are nature at its best!!! Thank you both John & Phil.
What a wonderful beautiful man you are john .......... so glad to have discovered you on you tube , your big russian heart comes shining through ...... delighted to listen everytime thank you xxxx
John, when you smile I smile, natural l'y. Thanks for your work. God blessé you my friend
I love these talks so good to be reminded to hangout in the present.
he goes so deep
thank you for these beautiful words.
I love you brother John!
That was beautiful John, I fell asleep listening to the water. GOD Bless you.
Thank you Mr Butler you have helped much through the years🥇you are number one on the nicest people on earth list
My question is “How can people have SO many questions about something that is SO simple?” It couldn’t be more simple and yet people just don’t seem to see it.
Also, another question is “what if John satisfactorily answers your question? What then?” They’ll only be satisfied for a few minutes before they produce another question!
The mind doesn't like simple, it likes to complicate things, to build itself up. Well I know mine does.
So true
It would be brilliant if he shows up and said, No one asked any questions. Wow, the things he'd be free to expand upon! Deep things from his own mind.
Relaxing as usual
We don’t want answers but solutions to our issues. So very true. Thank you John. ❤️👍🏽
always in the right time, thank you John and Phil ❤️
Oh, you are golden . Thank you, may you be blessed :D
I just want to say John what a wonderful loving presence you have. You have brought me so much solace in my life, and brought me back to meditation. Thank you 🙏.
Love crosses all borders, conquers all fear and clears away all darkness for where there is love there is light and where there is light all things are possible.
Love and light to you kind Sir 🙏
Graham
This man comes at a perfect time for me - in these turbulent days of virus fears and Brexit issues. Thank you so much, John. Xxxxxxx
Phil...can you do a video with John looking to the ground in perfect stillness? A long vídeo?
The silence and the eyes of John speak everything he says... John is perfect stillness...perfect humbleness...perfect peace....🙏
This is a great way to understand we are all connected to the bigger picture of the Life giver for a dream is just a dream.
God bless you 🙏John ☘
Mr butler i am an agnositc athiest and i fijd your videos so helpful intelligent and insightful your such an amazing human being and such a beautiful soul i wish i could meet u and chat with u
The longer the videos the better - I appreciate John because every video helps me be at ease 🙌🏽
I feel for you John. These ridiculous questions when you have already given the answer. Go well.
Most people don't need answers, they need to learn how to listen.
Life is full of good, excitement, and everything in between. But the thing that makes life great is what you make out of it. - Me
Great quote by you
@@thinginground5179 Thanks!
A great grandfather!!❤❤
Welcome back.... very pleasing to hear you again John. God bless.
Another wonderful video. The question about dealing with harsh words and judgments: never easy, and as John rightly points out, such moments can hurt one's confidence. Harsh words almost always reflect the inner state of the speaker, not the person they are judging. I'm still trying to really live this. We need to not react in such moments (something the ego is always willing to do), look on them with compassion and bless them.
Great production quality and authenticity. What a gem.
Thankyou for your answer about art and writing. I find them so encouraging .
This is the absolute best video. "these are great questions and I'm glad you asked them... Anyway.."
Bless you John my dear. This was ideal for me and so many who yearn for a Bakewell stream a bit of sun and plants slowly dancing to sleep in the soft breeze. Natural Silence. aaaahhhh...
Awesome John. You are plain natural and guide us all.
So sorry to hear that we have to miss you for some time. Your voice is so comforting and so are the words you speak.
And your being is so radiant. Thanks for all you gave so far. And please be back soon.
Much much love and blessings 💞💜😘
We love you John and Phil!
God bless you too, John.
33 minutes thank you! Longer the better!!!
i love your empathy and your wisdom you give us. hope all is well for you during these dire times
I would be happy to see Phil in front of the camera again after quite some time, but it's up to you gentlemen. As always, the videos are appreciated so much.
I absolutely love your videos, keep up the good work!
I love listening to you.
Thank you!
Hi john
I'm so jealous. That is a beautiful place.
Great to hear Johns wise words again. And the silence obviously 🙂
Such a delight ,again and again ! Thank you so much🙏🏻🌸💖
We'd love these on podcast!
💖for John and Phil, from belgium
Many thanks John and Phil!
Thank you, John.
Who in the world could make negative comments about John? I’m going to find them and bring them back to the present....
unabashed waiting. lovely sounds in this video. splendid.
One of the best videos yet!
It’s a asmr i love it
I know nothing and it is well with my soul. Thank you for the visit. ❤️
Phil, John thank you both
There aint nothin like the good ol English countryside. AH, THE BUBBLING BROOK!
Took me quite a lot of videos to really understand your concept of god (which I find quite interesting, a bit of gnostic ism in it perhaps). And I think that even without the spiritual things in it there s something about your philosophy and meditation that can help people "let go" as you say or be more focused on what's in front of them (as your dad would say if I may 😉)
Perfect, wise sharing with tons of humor 😄
Thank you very much... It's really helps listening to you 😌🌻🌷🦋🍃🍃🍃❤️❤️❤️❤️
I love life
If john did a audio book I'd be the first to buy
Amazing.Thank you,John.
I'm spreading feet on the ground look & listen to as many other as I can. It's the way forward!!!
How do you stay in an unthinking state? I think the answer to that one would be "you need to be dead", if we're honest. Sadly, so many people have the idea that meditation will rid their mind of its "function". It can certainly help in calming the activity a bit but the meditation will still have the mind's movement accompanying it, though it might not be as distracted by it, that's all. Sorry, didn't intend to write so much!
Yup. Dead , non rem sleep, or anesthetized. Otherwise, you are thinking on some level. Some ppl say they can think non verbally. I know nothing of that however.
I appreciate your videos, would it be possible to go back to or include some where John talks to us about things that he thinks might be helpful, rather than the Q and A sessions. I feel that John was able to get into more depth in these sort of videos. Also, Phil, bring him along a campng chair to sit on!!
welcome back
You can keep youre super man,spider man ext john but butler big john is the real super hero i just love this legend 👍
Amen
I was a one time "tick-tocker" when I was a young soldier... how right you are - marching turns out to be natural walking.