ADDICTED TO HOPE - Hope Transports Us From The Present Into The Realm Of Infinite Possibilities

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  • Опубликовано: 25 авг 2024
  • Without hope is to be in a deep, dark well without a rope. Without hope nothing makes sense. We can’t pull ourselves out of bad situations, and we can’t build ourselves up. Without hope there is no light, only darkness.
    Hope helps us rise up from the ashes of despair. It lifts our eyes, and lets us see what could be. Hope tells us there is more, and gives light for us to continue on and find the way out of the darkness. Hope keeps us walking, searching, longing, loving. When we have hope, we can continue to share our gifts with the world. And to awaken hope in the hearts of others, is to render the most precious service.
    As H. Jackson Brown, Jr., said, “Hope is the magic carpet that transports us from the present moment into the realm of infinite possibilities.”
    Filmed in Hermanus, South Africa.
    Featuring Theo Krynauw
    To learn more about Theo's work - www.sparklekids...
    All of our films are made possible through the generous support of our patrons.
    To be part of this journey : / greenrenaissance
    If you'd prefer to make once off contribution, our PayPal details are : paypal.me/greenrenaissance
    Who is Green Renaissance? We are Michael and Justine - passionate filmmakers, living off-grid and dedicating our time to making films that we hope will inspire and share positivity out into the world.
    Editing - by Jackie Viviers
    Sound mix - by Tamryn Breakey
    Music sourced from ArtList - bit.ly/2KfrAt2
    Is There Anything Left - by Be Still the Earth
    To Lay Down Everything Youve Built - by Dear Gravity
    Embers Still Burn - by Some Were at Sea
    Please Send Rain - by We Dream of Eden
    Severance - by Sean Williams
    A Pursuit of Initial and Infallible Design - by Dear Gravity
    Heavy Clouds Drawn Back - by Be Still the Earth
    A huge thank you to these guys, who so generously gave of their to time to help with language translations:
    Arabic - by Mohammad Alkhudhair
    Chinese - by Erika Huang
    Croatian - by Davor Bobanac
    Czech - by Pavla Látalová
    Danish - by Jeppe Lerche Larsen
    Dutch - by Rianne ten Veen
    French - by Natalia Hoffsteter
    Georgian - by Qeti Giorgadze
    German - by Tanja Pütz
    Hebrew - by Sea-van Rachel
    Indonesian - by Ary Nuansa
    Italian - by Vincenzo Mocerino
    Japanese - by Asami Nishimura
    Korean - by Chloe Park
    Polish - by Anna Konieczna
    Portuguese - by Jonatha Koeller
    Romanian - by Iulia Nastase
    Russian - by Assiya Marzhanova
    Slovak - by Zuzana Beratsova
    Slovenian - by Jasmina Kovačič
    Spanish - by Marianne Carrere
    Tswana - by James Motlhamme
    Turkish - by Ahsen Aygören

Комментарии • 1 тыс.

  • @jeremy1350
    @jeremy1350 5 месяцев назад +15

    This is freaking profound: "Even though I had no say where where I was born into life, I have EVERY right to say WHERE I end up in life." Beautiful.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  5 месяцев назад +1

      Nice that these words were so valuable to you. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @theodorekey7871
    @theodorekey7871 2 года назад +323

    A beautiful portrait of my dad and what drives him. Beautifully filmed and edited as well. Very well done Green Renaissance 💚

    • @parry3231
      @parry3231 2 года назад +33

      You are absolutely blessed to have a dad that loves and cares for life and has hope and the grace of being alive ♥ with the love and kindness that we all can see and hear from his presence.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +24

      Thank you for your kind words Theodore, we are so glad that you enjoyed it 💚 So much kindness and love in one body - it just overflows!
      Michael and Justine

    • @valeriaguerra2828
      @valeriaguerra2828 2 года назад +12

      Amazing man! Beautiful heart! ❤️

    • @louisianarainwater
      @louisianarainwater 2 года назад +3

      💚💚💚

    • @a.r.8987
      @a.r.8987 2 года назад +2

      How blessed...

  • @challapallidattacharan7958
    @challapallidattacharan7958 2 года назад +51

    That man is searching for meaning of life but the dog beside him is living the life.......

    • @paolamura3497
      @paolamura3497 2 года назад +1

      🙂

    • @Ms.cosmiquesun
      @Ms.cosmiquesun 2 года назад +2

      I don't think he said he was searching for meaning. He said " find meaning in whatever you are doing ". I.e whatever you are doing , as long as it's meaningful to you , it will be connected to spirit and you will never be alone. 🌛

    • @gwarlow
      @gwarlow 2 года назад

      @@Ms.cosmiquesun Sounds like the philosophy of Albert Camus.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +7

      We feel that he has found his meaning and purpose 💚 His dog is definitely living the life!

  • @QuietTom
    @QuietTom 2 года назад +306

    I'm so grateful for Justine and Michael and the wise men and women who share their stories. Every time I see a new video pop up my whole body relaxes because I know I am in for at least a few minutes of possibility, hope, joy, sometimes tears and always lots of genuine love. Gives me hope...

    • @vibrantscolor
      @vibrantscolor 2 года назад +9

      I'm the same Love the new and old videos maybe we all are looking and hoping. 💚

    • @RS-qx3bx
      @RS-qx3bx 2 года назад +5

      Yes, Me too. I hope this link can get much more subscriber. They are deserve for it.

    • @riyana9960
      @riyana9960 2 года назад +3

      Exactly what I feel too. So grateful 😇

    • @mountainman4859
      @mountainman4859 2 года назад +2

      I couldn’t have said it better….

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +10

      Tom, thank you for your lovely comment 💚 we are so grateful for our amazing audience - thank you to you all for coming back for more each time! We just love sharing these moments with you,
      Justine and Michael

  • @oyamamfiki4420
    @oyamamfiki4420 2 года назад +65

    "Uncle" Theo, as I call him, is an amazing soul. He cares very much about other people. He has taught many things in life and as a sparkle kid member, I am very fortunate to have him in my life. Continue the good work that you do Uncle❣

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      Hello Oyama 💚 thank you for sharing your feelings and gratitude! Who knows, maybe you will go on to become just like Theo when you are older 💚
      Justine and Michael

  • @ReflectionsofLife
    @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +125

    And to our incredibly special team of translators, who share so freely of their time, energy and passion to help these stories to reach a wider audience - we are truly grateful!!
    Arabic - by Mohammad Alkhudhair
    Chinese - by Erika Huang
    Croatian - by Davor Bobanac
    Czech - by Pavla Látalová
    Danish - by Jeppe Lerche Larsen
    Dutch - by Rianne ten Veen
    French - by Natalia Hoffsteter
    Georgian - by Qeti Giorgadze
    German - by Tanja Pütz
    Hebrew - by Sea-van Rachel
    Indonesian - by Ary Nuansa
    Japanese - by Asami Nishimura
    Korean - by Chloe Park
    Polish - by Anna Konieczna
    Portuguese - by Jonatha Koeller
    Romanian - by Iulia Nastase
    Slovak - by Zuzana Beratsova
    Slovenian - by Jasmina Kovačič
    Spanish - by Marianne Carrere
    Tswana - by James Motlhamme
    Turkish - by Ahsen Aygören

    • @vcharlier
      @vcharlier 2 года назад +2

      Jonatha, thank you for the subtitles in Portuguese 🙏

    • @Sahilsharma-ce4ow
      @Sahilsharma-ce4ow 2 года назад +4

      Can I send subtitles in hindi, if that may be included too?

    • @coffeeinbrazil
      @coffeeinbrazil 2 года назад +1

      Jonatha, Thank you for translating into Portuguese!🇧🇷🙏🏽🌷

    • @claudiadeangelis8698
      @claudiadeangelis8698 2 года назад +2

      Marianne Carrere, thaks for the subtitles in spanish! It allows me to enjoy the wonder of so many people that you present to us in these beautiful videos. Thank you! ♥

    • @monicalauber2934
      @monicalauber2934 2 года назад +1

      Yes, we thank everyone who is willing to translate in all languages! They are very important so that more people can receive and understand such important and sensitive messages that you bring us...

  • @nosibusisonkewana9984
    @nosibusisonkewana9984 2 года назад +82

    His line " Once what you are doing has a meaning, you are content " inspires me in so many ways. He came as a stranger to my life and saw so much hope in me, everytime I get a chance to talk to him, I always feel alive and filled with positivity. I kinda thought I am so not bright, but he explained to me how bright I am until I believed and proven that to myself 🙂. Meeting him was just a blessing. I am forever grateful 🙏

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +5

      Thank you for sharing your experience and your feeling with us Nosibusiso 💚 We are so glad that you have the opportunity to interact with Theo. May you shine brightly wherever you go 💚
      Justine and Michael

    • @valeriaguerra2828
      @valeriaguerra2828 2 года назад +2

      ❤️❤️❤️👏👏👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @jmindich
    @jmindich 2 года назад +281

    What sets Green Renaissance apart from so many others who try to "create" inspiring videos, is that the wisdom shared is not something conceptualized and packaged for the sake of making inspiring videos and getting likes, but is spoken by people and flows from the very depths of their souls because they genuinely understand and live it every day.
    Despite his own personal tragedy, Theo understands the concept of service to others as the true key to personal happiness. He reminds us acts of kindness and love don't have to be overwhelming in size. he says: "It doesn't have to be a big thing. Most of the things that happen are really small things." Perhaps he never read anything by Mother Teresa, but he intuited her wisdom when she said, "We can't all do great things, but we can do small things with great love."
    The message of today's film is especially poignant in view of the sometimes seemingly hopeless situation of the world; climate change and climate disasters, war, poverty from wealth inequality, hunger, political strife, and social division. Sometimes it seems so overwhelming that you want to give up on the future of humanity and the planet, but then something comes along and reminds us even if we can't be "eternal optimists," perhaps at least we can try to be "addicted to hope." Thank you! ❤️

    • @lindacleveland1289
      @lindacleveland1289 2 года назад +6

      Beautifully words Jeffrey

    • @m.v.1230
      @m.v.1230 2 года назад +10

      My father who i wasn't allowed to see died a few days ago, one of my sisters kept me from him, she had him cremated before she texted me he had died. I only have good memories of him and it wasn't his fault that i didn't grow up with him after the age of 5. But I mourn him and the hope that I had to have a relationship with my siblings. They killed my hope my telling me I shouldn't be where I'm not wanted. My glad I'm not like any of them! My carrier is of service to the public and that and the love I have for my children are the things that have kept me alive and give me hope and purpose in life. God bless and protect the good and kindhearted we don't deserve to be scapegoats for anyone's anger.

    • @heethjain21
      @heethjain21 2 года назад +11

      True, when I first discovered this channel, it was mind blowing that such a channel could even exist. Now I know, that if a channel like this can exist, on the internet, then there can be more too, and I want to find them!!!

    • @Chaosmeselfum
      @Chaosmeselfum 2 года назад +5

      This is such a well written and true comment!

    • @Danika_Nadzan
      @Danika_Nadzan 2 года назад +4

      I couldn't agree more, Jeffrey...very well said!

  • @Timmymtd
    @Timmymtd 2 года назад +18

    Love the animal’s relationship with the man

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      Hi Tim, animals are drawn to peaceful, happy people 💚
      Justine and Michael

  • @Alexandra-sd4yy
    @Alexandra-sd4yy 2 года назад +61

    I have no idea how you find so many beautiful people! Wisdom is food for the mind and soul

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +6

      Hi Alexandra 💚 there are beautiful people all around us, but sometimes life is so busy we don't always notice them. We are so glad that you enjoy our films!
      Justine and Michael

    • @valeriaguerra2828
      @valeriaguerra2828 2 года назад +1

      I have asked myself the same thing!! 😄

  • @peace_8888
    @peace_8888 2 года назад +65

    after 7 years non stop self-help and 2 years intense trauma-therapy ......today I can say: Instead of living, I just survived. And I lost everything that was important to me. Thats not life. Nature is life, nothing else. My only advice to younger people: Go into nature and breathe. Stop trying to fix yourself - this is pointless!

    • @kt9495
      @kt9495 2 года назад +16

      A man I love very deeply once told me “You’re not broken. Welcome to life.” We go in search of self help and healing, and it can be an endless cycle. What we really need, and the gentleman in the video said it, is understanding. This is the mirror, we often see it in nature. The trees reflected over the water, the geometry we name sacred. When I see myself in you, and vice versa, there isn’t room for judgement. Only love, tolerance and acceptance. “Small moves, Ellie, small moves” A quote from one of my favorite movies.

    • @peace_8888
      @peace_8888 2 года назад +4

      @@kt9495 100% truth! ♡

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +4

      Hi KT, this is so beautiful 💚 thanks for taking the time to share. We just love that "You're not broken. Welcome to life."
      Michael and Justine

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +6

      Barbara, yes! "Just go into nature and breathe" - she heals all wounds of the heart 💚
      Michael and Justine

    • @k.c.2918
      @k.c.2918 2 года назад +1

  • @imbolc8024
    @imbolc8024 2 года назад +12

    When a man (person), gives an animal a hug when he is 'busy', THAT is the moment when 'you know' how good he (any gender) he is♥

  • @rimjhimpatel7112
    @rimjhimpatel7112 2 года назад +138

    I've learned this thing that, even if it's easier said than done, don't stop saying it !! It gives me strength, talking to myself, cheering myself up by saying that "you got this " , trust me it really does 🤞

    • @monikakalaitzidi9009
      @monikakalaitzidi9009 2 года назад +10

      And you got this girl, am cheering for you, us, all.. 😊

    • @Killthebatsman
      @Killthebatsman 2 года назад +4

      Absolutely!!! Wish you all the best!

    • @rimjhimpatel7112
      @rimjhimpatel7112 2 года назад +5

      A big thank you to each and everyone of you ❤️🖤🥰

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +3

      Hi Rimjhim 💚 we love your positive self-talk! We have to be our own best friends.
      Michael and Justine

    • @rimjhimpatel7112
      @rimjhimpatel7112 2 года назад +1

      @@ReflectionsofLife exactly 🥰

  • @holisticallyembodied8602
    @holisticallyembodied8602 2 года назад +31

    “Stand in awe of what people have had to carry, rather than how they carry it” wow! That hit my ❤️ thank you for another amazing video Green Renaissance

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Powerful words indeed 💚 Thank you for watching!
      Justine and Michael

  • @_Ada_star
    @_Ada_star 2 месяца назад +2

    "Rather stand in awe of what people have had to carry, rather than stand in judgement of how they chose to carry it." That's deep!

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 месяца назад

      Thank you for sharing that these words meant much to you. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @TheVillageFairy
    @TheVillageFairy 2 года назад +71

    possibly one of the best youtube channels out there 🙏🏼💙

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you so much for your lovely comment 💚 We are so happy that you love it!
      Justine and Michael

    • @taniasanto9082
      @taniasanto9082 2 года назад

      I totally agree. Thank you Green R. Your channel need to go live on Ted World Wide Emotional IQ.

    • @spmoran4703
      @spmoran4703 2 года назад +1

      These videos really uplift me . So, what you said is true.

  • @Mookiethedog
    @Mookiethedog 2 года назад +27

    Definitely the loveliest people are walking among us......they are the world leaders, not our politicians

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +2

      We agree - these people are the elders of our planet, full of wisdom 💚
      Justine and Michael

  • @jane_7193
    @jane_7193 2 года назад +38

    I am perfectly happy when I am good and loving to my pets and see they are well and happy. My dog does the same as the dog in the film, touches me to get my attention. He always gets it, and my whole heart, eternally. I carry all my deceased pets in my heart, every moment. I feel the love they have showed me, is the purpose of my life. An absolutely wonderful film and wisdom shared, thank you.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +3

      Hello Jane, we love people who love animals 💚 they are lucky to have you in their lives! SO glad that you enjoyed the film.
      Justine and Michael

    • @jane_7193
      @jane_7193 2 года назад +1

      @@ReflectionsofLife Your love and compassion makes a difference to many.

  • @guitargirl7452
    @guitargirl7452 2 года назад +10

    It will be the good people that wake up the goodness in other people that will change the world. Perfect! 💓

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      It's so true - let's create a tsunami of goodness in the world 💚
      Michael and Justine

  • @gracefrank6656
    @gracefrank6656 2 года назад +56

    I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again and that is how wonderfully refreshing Green Renaissance is. I’m not sure who I’m in love with more, this beautiful man or this sweet pooch who seems to be listening to every word he says ☮️💜🇨🇦

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +2

      Hello Pamela, thank you for your lovely words 💚 his dog is so cute, and living its best life!
      Michael and Justine

  • @lucycarlos4923
    @lucycarlos4923 2 года назад +3

    I prayed today for hope, and this video popped out. Thank you.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Oh wow Lucy - this is precious. The universe works such magic, when we open ourselves up to it 💚

  • @bethelshiloh
    @bethelshiloh 2 года назад +8

    Thank God I am full of hope. I believe in a good God who will one day make this world a good place.

    • @gwarlow
      @gwarlow 2 года назад

      @truthseeker What do you suppose your god is waiting for? Maybe we should all try to make the world a better place in the meantime…

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      💚

  • @miaeade3148
    @miaeade3148 2 года назад +20

    These are the absolute best films, they're the most loving, kind and things of substance that the world is in absolute need of

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Mia 💚 thank you! We are so pleased that they are meaningful to you.
      Justine and Michael

    • @spmoran4703
      @spmoran4703 2 года назад

      Some of the best videos on you Tube .

  • @carryhall2043
    @carryhall2043 2 года назад +15

    Love and kindness is all that matters.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      Hi Carry - we agree, as they say "In a world where you can be anything, be kind" 💚
      Justine and Michael

    • @carryhall2043
      @carryhall2043 2 года назад

      Its the only way healing happens. When your heart guides you..beautiful outcomes happen.

  • @mariannavacratsa3451
    @mariannavacratsa3451 2 года назад +22

    What a smart thing to say ....I have lived on the road of hope as long as I know myself ...believing there is always something good that I can do and see and in my dark moments the light arrives....being South African born and living in a country far away my hope is always in my pocket😍 free to give away 😍

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      Aaah Marianna - What lovely words! we are so glad that this film's message resonated with you! Sending you lots of love from South Africa 💚

  • @thecloudofunknowing9689
    @thecloudofunknowing9689 2 года назад +16

    Brilliant guy. God bless him.

  • @leonita2252
    @leonita2252 2 года назад +15

    "Addicted to hope ❤️, how powerful!,

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      And the beauty of it is that that power is inside all of us 💚
      Michael and Justine

    • @leonita2252
      @leonita2252 2 года назад

      @@ReflectionsofLife Thank you Michael, Justine and all Green Renaissance Crew, I am so blessed to be part of this Green Renaissance family ❤️

  • @scottyoung139
    @scottyoung139 2 года назад +4

    So many things this gentleman said are worth pausing and reflecting on. I watched this beautiful film with a lump in my throat, but with much hope.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thanks Scott, we are so glad that Theo's words moved you 💚 May they stay with you for a long time!
      Michael and Justine

  • @vibrantscolor
    @vibrantscolor 2 года назад +8

    Such a small word HOPE but it means so much to all humanity. Thank you 💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      Hi Bridget, yes - hope is being able to see the light despite darkness 💚
      Justine and Michael

  • @theodorekrynauw4703
    @theodorekrynauw4703 2 года назад +7

    We are truly and honestly deeply touched by all the lovely things people are saying in the comments. Theo-Sparklekids

  • @susanbible3446
    @susanbible3446 2 года назад +24

    O.k. this man is a gem can you imagine!! Thank you thank you for this channel. His energy came right through the screen

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Hi Susan, thanks for your message - we are so glad that it impacted you so positively 💚
      Justine and Michael

  • @badjimmy2561
    @badjimmy2561 2 года назад +8

    ♥️ So Beautiful ♥️
    I have always believed that the measure of a human being is governed by how they treat animals.
    You my friend, are a beautiful soul ♥️

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      Your words are so true 💚 he is a beautiful soul indeed.
      Michael and Justine

    • @badjimmy2561
      @badjimmy2561 2 года назад

      @@ReflectionsofLife I loved this feature. Thank you ♥️ your work is so meaningful. Now more than ever it seems. The darkness can not exist when you shine a light into it. And your work is always the light. ♥️

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you so much xx

  • @williamshreeve3195
    @williamshreeve3195 2 года назад +3

    Yes, "Be addicted to the blessings of hope". Even in spite of others despair. We gravitate to countless blessing. Yes I am blessed.

  • @deborahjohnson3876
    @deborahjohnson3876 2 года назад +34

    This was what I needed to hear this morning. Lovely person indeed, so kind and wise. The fact that you keep finding people like him gives me hope that there are many more of them out there than I thought. They are quietly going about the business of changing the world instead of complaining it. Thank you once again. 🙏

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      Hello Deborah - those quiet voices and their kind actions are what makes our world go around 💚
      Justine and Michael

  • @user-ok2ry3wz5z
    @user-ok2ry3wz5z Год назад +2

    Ох,Как я люблю и всегда любила"странных" людей,не таких как все.Людей ,имеющих смелость оставаться собой и жить,Как велит сердце.Да,это требует смелости и даже мужества.Это значит,противостоять толпе и плыть против течения.Меня восхищают и привлекают такие люди,они становятся для меня учителями и большой поддержкой.Спасибо,дорогие,что вы есть на этом свете !

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Год назад

      Thank you for these kind words, we are so glad his message touched and helps you. Take courage. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @SuzannesSimpleLiving
    @SuzannesSimpleLiving 2 года назад +21

    I love this mans enthusiasm and his dog and jumper but his wisdom is priceless! Thank you 😊🇬🇧💕

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      Suzanne, your message makes us smile, thank you 💚

  • @kimberly-abriefongrief7777
    @kimberly-abriefongrief7777 2 года назад +42

    Another phenomenal film, thank you 🥰 “Stand in awe of what people have carried rather than in judgment of how they carry it” - such tears and an expanded heart from this powerful quote! 🥰
    Much love from Edmonton Canada 🇨🇦 💜❤️

  • @suusje004
    @suusje004 2 года назад +10

    Just tearfully beautiful

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Aah Suzanne 💚 such a wonderful man, just overflowing with love.
      Michael and Justine

  • @elaineancian1447
    @elaineancian1447 2 года назад +1

    A truly beautiful , giving , and most modest man , who is having an amazing impact on those who have been less fortunate in life.Thank you GR for yet another jewel which pulses with love and humanity.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      He truly has touched and impacted so many lives 💚

  • @CplusO2
    @CplusO2 2 года назад +43

    "It will be good people that will turn the tide"- "that wake up goodness in each other" Off to bed now in Australia with that lovely thought. Thank you GR

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      Hello Australia 💚 thanks for sharing in our journey! Let us all strive to be those good people.
      Michael and Justine

  • @karenpino272
    @karenpino272 2 года назад +3

    What a beautiful man. Thank you for sharing his light.❤

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Hello Karen 💚 you are most welcome - stay tuned!
      Justine and Michael

  • @mariadolenc5911
    @mariadolenc5911 2 года назад +13

    I think I will change my other addictions to this one ..
    yes 👍
    So authentic and beautiful. Thank you ♥️

  • @sihamallaoui2490
    @sihamallaoui2490 2 года назад +1

    I’m from Morocco and this channel is beyond amaaaazing, and this man is a pure soul

  • @Corrans
    @Corrans 2 месяца назад +1

    The sub-story to all these stories are the amazing animal companions that give us humans love. The unconditional love of animals and nature. ❤

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 месяца назад +1

      Beautiful words. True, animals and also nature make such a difference in our lives, they teach us so much. Warmest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @anjinsan22
    @anjinsan22 2 года назад +21

    I just love your videos! 💚 They should be shown in school as a part of learning what really matters in life. For example that it is nice to be loved but giving love is even more. Thank you so much! ♥️

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +2

      Anja, that would be wonderful - thank you for the lovely compliment 💚 We are so pleased that you love what we are doing!
      Michael and Justine

  • @Yoursatlawcases101
    @Yoursatlawcases101 2 года назад +6

    Sparkle kids has brought hope our community and has given us the chance to know we are worth being educated and improving our lives. Forever grateful for getting a chance at living a meaningful life and to believe in myself. Thank you Theo and Angie for making us realize that we have a purpose and allowing us to sparkle regardless of our background ♥️♥️♥️🥺

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you for sharing Auspicious 💚 may you sparkle and shine all the way through life!
      Michael and Justine

  • @krishardy9896
    @krishardy9896 Месяц назад

    Wow just wow. ‘ Stand in awe of what people have had to carry rather than standing judgement of how they have carried it.“ this is real heavenly wisdom. Thank you

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Месяц назад

      So glad we could share Theo's message with you and that these words touched you so deeply. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @user-pw5bo2gs5q
    @user-pw5bo2gs5q Год назад +1

    Спасибо за ваш прекрасный, чудесный, лучший канал ❤ это моя самая большая отдушина и надежда!

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Год назад

      Wow, your kind words touch us, thank you. It makes us so happy that our videos mean so much to you. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @slady7072
    @slady7072 2 года назад +10

    A beautiful beginning to my Saturday Morning! Thank you xoxoxoxoxox

  • @littleegret3916
    @littleegret3916 2 года назад +7

    "It will be the good people that wake up goodness in each other. If you can ignite enough hearts around you, it does its work. " It is so true that the minor things done quietly are usually the greatest in our daily life even nobody notices.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Yes, and so many of those little things, that we do, or say, or those that are said to us - can lift our spirits high 💚
      Justine and Michael

  • @margaretek5350
    @margaretek5350 Год назад

    This channel is like taking a vacation into Utopia! So grateful for seeing true humanity rather than negatively looking at the universe! Thank you for hope, love and gratitude! Love they all have dogs and cats if not more animals! 🙏🙏🙏

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Год назад

      Lovely message Margarete, thank you. It's so nice to read your message, how these videos give you hope. We always hope to share positivity and light with these videos. And yes, animals are mostly part of the the home/the story, they give us so much. Glad you enjoy it. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @susank580
    @susank580 2 года назад +2

    Love this message; it really resonates with me. I work as an early childhood special education teacher with children from poverty. My very best days are those when I feel myself actively sharing my own light with my students and they are absorbing it. They deserve to know they are so much more than the circumstances they were born into. If I can convey that understanding with my love and light, I feel I am making a real and meaningful difference!!! Thanks again for your beautiful and inspiring work!

    • @urban9361
      @urban9361 2 года назад +1

      And thank you for your kindhearted work too😀❤️

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      Hello Susan 💚 Thank you for your beautiful, inspiring message! The work that you do is so important to the world - thank you 💚
      Michael and Justine

  • @SeethaGopalakrishna
    @SeethaGopalakrishna 2 года назад +4

    So mystical.

  • @lifeinseason
    @lifeinseason 2 года назад +18

    I would LOVE to see the questions you ask to get such wonderful insight from the people you film. Another beautiful video!

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      Thank you 💚 we are so humbled that so many wonderful people are happy to share their life's wisdom with us, and thus in turn with you.
      Michael and Justine

  • @anjou6497
    @anjou6497 Год назад

    The way those two connect, filled my heart with a flood of love & delight. Gentle, beautiful. His flame is alive and well !!. 🔥

  • @tamathagilbert5816
    @tamathagilbert5816 2 года назад

    This is the power of a mentor, teacher, the power to inspire hope...
    He found his flame, kept it lit, and lights the flame of hope in others:) That is everything:)😊
    Amazing:)😊🌺😊

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      The work that Theo does through the SparkleKids programme is changing lives - he is a beacon of light and love. 💚

  • @helendebruin2520
    @helendebruin2520 2 года назад +5

    Beautiful and oh so precious. Thankyou

  • @ramjam6712
    @ramjam6712 2 года назад +5

    This is god speaking to me 🤗

  • @CC-fn4ch
    @CC-fn4ch 2 года назад

    “It will be the Good people who turn the tide”! That Dog is phenomenal❤️

  • @mammamia200
    @mammamia200 4 месяца назад

    A great man that keeps hope. We can never lose hope and love. If you can only give hope, your blessed. Thank you for another beautiful story ❤

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  4 месяца назад

      Nice that this message resonated with you as well. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @ioanamiruna4470
    @ioanamiruna4470 2 года назад +6

    Each video you make is a piece of art. A piece of heart

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      Hello Ioana - that's so beautiful, thank you 💚
      Michael and Justine

  • @aujkalenic4203
    @aujkalenic4203 2 года назад +5

    The Creator of All says, in The Book of Jeremiah, .....before you were born, I Creator, knew you! Wow ponder that for a good long while......our little spirit person was with Father God and then He decided to release us and share us with His earth and He put us each in our flesh and bone frame....

    • @jamesjameson5650
      @jamesjameson5650 2 года назад +1

      I will ponder that for a good long while Auj...... That passage from Jeremiah will be at front of mind whenever I sit for meditation from now. Perfectly timed and beautifully expressed 🙏

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      💚

  • @rrhomberg
    @rrhomberg 6 дней назад

    ... was für eine wunderbare Suche im Finden - Herzensgrüße alldorthin aus Österreich

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  5 дней назад

      Glad his message resonated with you. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @enjoypladecorrals
    @enjoypladecorrals 5 месяцев назад

    This man is an example to all of us. Bless him for his wise words and his good deeds.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  5 месяцев назад

      Thank you for opening you heart to all that Theo shared with us. 💚

  • @sagebay2803
    @sagebay2803 2 года назад +4

    Just wonderful! My heart is happy now. Thank you.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      That's wonderful 💚 keep visiting here for more heart happiness ;-)
      Justine and Michael

  • @NadiaNadia-gq8rj
    @NadiaNadia-gq8rj 2 года назад +5

    Love. Respect. Selem to this man. from Algeria

  • @jamescassel6959
    @jamescassel6959 2 года назад

    Many of us are awakening to a new day just as darkness seems to be shrouding us . The love we are awakening to will shelter us.

  • @yulove3737
    @yulove3737 2 года назад +5

    Wow this such an amazing and wonderful video🙏😍💞💟yes we should "being of value to somebody else"
    We are born into the world as the hand of God and a blessing to the world💞💞😇
    Thank you Guru for your beautiful story..💟

  • @Userh20245
    @Userh20245 2 года назад +5

    thanks a loooot it's soo inspiring 💝💝,"Look at other people with eyes of non-judgement" so you will embrace all the world in your heart

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      It's a pleasure 💚 can you imagine how beautiful the world would be with no judgement?
      Michael and Justine

  • @Herkimerdiamond
    @Herkimerdiamond 2 года назад +4

    Such a beautiful man… I’m in awe…..

  • @ashutoshtewari6181
    @ashutoshtewari6181 2 года назад

    I am so grateful for my meditation n life experiences. They always tell me that a few good men n women are enough to bring goodness to a larger community. It's exhilarating to step out from one's own world n make small changes to heal the world. Justine and Michael bring value to their soul purpose. I wish them strength n joy always.
    Keep making my little contribution to make this world joyous n peaceful.

  • @Sarahofthewoods
    @Sarahofthewoods 2 года назад +1

    What beauty!!! High fives to the filmmakers, and a big hug to this impossibly wonderful man!

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      Thank you so much 💚 I'm sure he would send a biiiiig hug right back to you :-)
      Justine and Michael

  • @papabear2515
    @papabear2515 2 года назад +10

    The beauty of this video cannot be expressed - in every aspect - the participants, the filming, the music, the editing, the content. This is one of our favorites of all of your videos - which is a tremendous statement and feeling - as every single video you make moves the two of us in ways we are forever changed and grateful.
    Please convey to this amazing man our sentiments. I feel what I write here speaks for many. He may not have “belonged” based on his “coming into the world circumstances” - yet, his being - his very being - and what is doing with his life - gives us all a gift - of belonging - with him, with others, with the world. What an incredible wise, loving, giving, compassionate, strong and gentle person he is. And aren’t his animals such reflections of his gentleness - and joy?! Indeed.
    There was SO much to hold onto with and from this video. We have watched it again and again and each time feel so grateful to “have” this man and this video in our life.
    Two of his statements hit us in particularly strong ways:
    “Once what you are doing has meaning for you, you are content. You belong.”
    “You can never enough of that which does not satisfy you.”
    We will henceforth carry those two quotes with us wherever we go.
    Thank you - to every person involved in bringing this incredible man’s story to light. We are the better people for it.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you for watching and taking the time to write such a meaningful response 💚 We are so glad that this film touched you and we will pass your message along.
      Michael and Justine

  • @TheTenof12
    @TheTenof12 2 года назад +15

    Just AWESOME. He says it all straight from the heart , a man after my own heart & the production team deliver. Well done ALL

  • @trevorisle5462
    @trevorisle5462 2 года назад +1

    This is the best money I spend each month, the most honest. It goes to people who teach kindness. I try to help people everyday in my hospital but I only reach a few each day. This goes out to so many more. Thank you for that🔥

  • @claudiaschneider5744
    @claudiaschneider5744 7 месяцев назад

    Thank you so much to that very humble, friendly man, Theo and to his always hungry dog sitting at the table with him and to the grouchy old cat. I did really enjoy him while he was telling about his addiction to help and to always hope for other souls on their journey through life. I wish I would have had a dad or at least a friend like him. I am a private care giver for my disabled husband after his terrible heavy brain injury - since about 20 years now - trying each and every day to give him a caring home, some joy and of course hope to carry on his heavy load which life has given to us . Theo seems to be like a real lighthouse - I do feel the same way - and we all here need those lighthouses of hope, light and some love. Thank you from the heart of mine to greenrenaissance for the joy and peace you all bring to us with your all work and videos.💚💞🧡🧡

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  7 месяцев назад

      We are glad that we could share his story with you, nice that Theo is a lighthouse for you as you are finding yourself in this situation of caring for your husband for many years now. May you always have the strength you need, and see a light and have hope every day. So good to know that these videos bring you joy and peace, thank you for sharing this with us. Wishing your husband and you only the very best and sending you much love and warm hugs. Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @daphnee7193
    @daphnee7193 2 года назад +4

    Another great inspirational video.

  • @zeldadedekind6473
    @zeldadedekind6473 2 года назад +3

    💚💞💚we are all walking each other HOME

  • @florence1395
    @florence1395 2 года назад

    Happiness was watching the beautiful doggie who was gorgeous & listening to the story 🙏

  • @tamijacquot
    @tamijacquot Год назад

    I'm crying this morning with my coffee. Thank you!🙌🏾💜

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Год назад +1

      Thank you for letting yourself being touched by his words Tami. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @melissatynah2098
    @melissatynah2098 2 года назад +8

    What a powerful and incredible message. Thank you Theo, Annie and all at Sparklekids for transforming the lives of many.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you Melissa 💚 They are just amazing!
      Michael and Justine

  • @DirtySpriteDingo
    @DirtySpriteDingo 2 года назад +6

    As the week ends and the weekend starts I’m always itching for your video to come out! It’s a light of hope for me and motivates me to be more present in this life and look around a bit more to appreciate it all. Love you guys! Thank you.

    • @rachelsutton4232
      @rachelsutton4232 2 года назад

      Me too!! I am also super excited when another video is released!!

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      Hi Dylan, that's really wonderful to hear - thanks for sharing how you feel 💚
      Sending lots of love and happiness your way!
      Justine and Michael

  • @darsythomas8911
    @darsythomas8911 2 года назад +2

    No words can express the joy I feel when I watch this video. Thank you and your team for chasing precious souls and sharing their stories. Hope is the light that destroys darkness in everyone's life and shows the way for tomorrow. We become more fortunate in spirit when we become a light of hope to those less fortunate.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you Darsy, you make us smile 💚 Your joy is our joy!
      Michael and Justine

  • @ldnyc62
    @ldnyc62 Год назад

    What a beautiful soul this man has! We should all strive to be like him!

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Год назад

      We are so happy that the video was so meaningful to you. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @MsBluemoth
    @MsBluemoth 2 года назад +5

    Amazing story and vision. It brought me to tears and made me smile too. Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom 💖✨

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      That's wonderful 💚 we love that just listening to people speak can result in such a beautiful emotional response.
      Justine and Michael

  • @andymasse
    @andymasse 2 года назад +6

    … “ I’m not an eternal optimist but I am addicted to hope” … Thank you Green Renaissance, you keep my soul alive with your work and I’m grateful.. My contribution to Patreon is on its way xx

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Hello Frank
      Thank you so much for following us 💚 We are very grateful for your support, and so pleased that our films are food for your soul!
      Best wishes, Michael and Justine

  • @lindyosborne4732
    @lindyosborne4732 2 года назад

    Thankyou, thankyou, thankyou again ! for reminding me what I'm capable of- what a beautiful soul he is.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Hi Lindy - you are welcome 💚 we are certain that you are capable of whatever you put your mind to!
      Justine and Michael

  • @preethianand7811
    @preethianand7811 2 года назад

    Now I'm so addicted to this video.. watching again and again. Just loved every word he spoke... Love you Theo.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you Preethi, we hope you enjoy it more each time 💚

  • @TheCabforlife
    @TheCabforlife 2 года назад +5

    This is so fantastic! Exactly what I needed to hear today, to rouse me from my self-pity party. Utterly wonderful 🙂🌻🇬🇧

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      Hi Nina 💚 thank you for your message. We all need time to slow down and be sad, it provides perspective 💚
      Justine and Michael

  • @dbelinda03
    @dbelinda03 2 года назад +5

    Always so inspired by selflessness and the blessing to others that brings hope! Keep these messages coming the world needs them.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you 💚 keep sharing and coming back for more!

  • @kuledekiyabancimetehancevi7035

    I wish everyone could speak english like this gentleman. Perfect and clear.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Год назад

      We are glad you enjoyed listening to him. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @sisekomalongwana6061
    @sisekomalongwana6061 2 года назад

    I am a part of the wonderful work that you do and touched by it and you have shared your light with me and many others. The hope which you have has been imparted unto me and I pray for more blessings to follow the good work that you do. Thank you for being the change the world needs and I would be blessed to do a fraction of the good works you do in my life.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you Siseko for your beautiful message 💚 May you carry his light in your heart, always 💚
      Justine and Michael

  • @katherineraven6381
    @katherineraven6381 2 года назад +11

    Perfect timing...once again ⭐🤲🏻
    Thank you ! every single day for your unique and inspiring films...super intriguing people
    and I am sharing the series with people too !

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Hi Katherine 💚 thanks so much for your message and for sharing the channel with others!
      Justine and Michael

  • @lovelifementoring5399
    @lovelifementoring5399 2 года назад +6

    These videos are life's priceless treasures, to play them each day gives so much and changes all self built perceptions. Thank you xxx

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you 💚 we are so glad that they have such meaning for you.
      Justine and Michael

  • @ninidagul805
    @ninidagul805 2 года назад

    Not even 2 minutes in and I am already crying! That story about the hungers resonated deeply. ❤

  • @makloch
    @makloch 2 года назад

    I love the wise people and the simple wisdom that is shared on Green Renaissance! I always get lost in your films -the photography-the simplicity of life-the message. This gives me hope!

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      Thank you for the lovely message, the encouraging words Kaylynn. It means so much to us. Justine and Michael.💚

  • @SanjayRoy-vz5ih
    @SanjayRoy-vz5ih 2 года назад +7

    Hope...the last frontier of living itself...enormously beautiful documentary...you did it...all the time...GR team🌹♥️

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you Sanjay 💚 we are so pleased that you enjoy our films!
      Michael and Justine

  • @DEForce-fm8rt
    @DEForce-fm8rt 2 года назад +3

    Thank you for being you. Truth well spoken...and lived💛

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Absolutely - we wish more people could live in this way 💚

  • @barbaradobson9298
    @barbaradobson9298 2 года назад

    This remarkable man brings me joy today. Thank you kind sir for your loving heart.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      It's a pleasure. We are glad that we could share Theo's story with you Barbara. So glad his message brought you joy. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @smallhouseinthemeadow6131
    @smallhouseinthemeadow6131 2 года назад

    I love this man and his contribution to humanity. What better legacy than to touch a lot of lives and to give them hope for a shining future...

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Год назад

      We are glad you enjoyed this video with Theo. He truly is doing wonderful work. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚