I'm Going Home
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- Опубликовано: 13 июл 2024
- After many years of being in the Buddhist monastery, it's finally time that I return back home to the United States for a short visit. While it's quite exciting, I wanted to use this time to review and contemplate the road that it took me to get to this present moment. The journey has not been easy, but I wanted to reflect back on the difficult times in order to help anyone who may be currently suffering or on their transformational path at the moment. In this video, I explore that questions that I was so desperately yearning and my response to those questions from this current vantage point. I hope this video is helpful. Enjoy! #monks #buddhism #mentalhealth
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0:00 Intro
6:37 When will this be over?
11:11 Is it ok to be scared?
16:35 Why don’t people understand me?
21:46 How will I get through this?
23:39 Will this all be worth it?
26:21 Wrap up
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Thanks for watching.
(FYI: I am not disrobing..just going back to visit the states for 5 months..) For those who are on the path of change and transformation, how was the path for you?
Scary, exciting, liberating, empowering, filled with moments of wonder and gratitude.
Your videos have been truly helpful, as much or more than other resources. So relatable, Ven Nick. Thank you. Our journeys continue to flow.
It's a mixed bag and I'm grateful. Here's my deal... FWIW;
I was plunked into a state of grace after I stumbled into AA in absolute desperation. I soon had a spiritual experience, as opposed to a spiritual awakening as the result of working the 12 steps.
It has allowed me to be sober and live in the solution for 37 years.
I'd never read Appendix 2 of the Big Book titled Alcoholics Anonymous, so I thought I might be having some sort of psychotic snap.
Not being religious at all, it was odd to surrender my will and life to that "higher power" they referred to in the early meetings.
Anyway, I felt absolute serenity for the first time in my life. I knew I never had to drink again. I'd determined to not kill myself but to leave my body running so I could do some good for a damn change. I've been trying to be of service since then - however failingly.
I've been through some hairy situations, a couple life threatening health issues. Each time I surrendered and accepted. I did the next thing in front of me, kept trying to do only the right thing. And each time -and sometimes it took years - but every time, something I never would have imagined and never could have predicted... happened. Long story, lol.
Now the kindest person I've ever come across on this spinning ball of mud, my wife, has cancer. It is hard, the candle has blown out in terms of god consciousness and the daily connection I used to have. I'm stumped. That's what prompted me to find this channel.
My change started when I reached out to you for advice, the response back was just what I needed to make a change and resign from my job where I was unhappy. My life since has been challenging financially but I can’t put a price on the mental well-being and freedom that followed. If possible please keep us updated on your new journey ( we thankfully have your old clips if we need them😉)
I thank you and wish you well venerable Nick.
Change is always scary; however, you are a man of courage in so many ways. And you were there for me and gave me courage to change. I have been moved by your words of wisdom. I hope that in the months you travel, learn and see where things are going now, you will continue to be a guide through speaking, writing, and teaching. We need more people of courage like you. Thank you, and know that love is will always be sent.
Venerable Nick, I cant thank you enough for the guidance you have offered us while you went on your own journey. Your wisdom helped me get through my divorce and understand the concept of impermanence. I wish you all the best as you move back here to the United States
Thank you so much. I’m glad the videos are helpful. I’ll be here for 5 months then will return to Thailand 😀
@@nickkeomahavong01 Venerable, Sir…..I thought you were leaving for good. Selfishly, I’m glad you’ll be back..
If you make your way up to New York City…..let me know….
Peace, ☸️
Absolutely
Whatever you do, wherever you go, in the future, your journey has been meaningful to me and many others. It will be interesting to see where your journey takes you from here. Thank you. I'm still following your journey.
Wonderful. Thank you so much for the support Susan 😀
I haven’t seen his videos before this one. I wd really love to check into a monastery for women. I’m a senior and am yearning for that lifestyle. I live in Canada. Any recommendations anyone?
@@ronavery7116 HI, you can check out Vipassana Meditation as taught by Dr S N Goenka. There are centres in Canada and there are short (10days minimum) and also longer retreats.
@@ronavery7116 Gamp Abbey in NS offers programs for women
In times of increasing narcissism, falsehood and division , your good-hearted honesty and clarity of thought are so consoling and your awareness in all videos worth considering. Being chronically ill you helped me a lot ,- to embrace and to believe in finding a salutory balance. All the best from Berlin for your journey in life- thank you and take care, Nick🌱.
Aww thank you so much and I'm glad the videos have been helpful :)
@@nickkeomahavong01 are you leaving the monastery
I think he said in a reply above that he’s in the US for 5 months and then back to the monastery.
I have a chronic illness too and I've also learned a lot from these nurturing videos and meditation in general. Thank you for the reminder that there are others in a similar situation gently working on that balance. May we take care of ourselves and find our own good hearts.
Thank you Nick for everything! People idolize false prophets and fake celebrities, you deserve the praise!!! Keep growing
Thank you so much Eric 😀😀
Namaste
I’m Thai, a Buddhist all my life. I enter monk hood for a bit at 21 between my study in the States. But I reached a turning point when I went on the pilgrimage to the 4 holy sites in India, where I start to really understand Lord Buddha’s teaching. Happiness blooms on that trip, and I am still on the path. You don’t have to be a monk to find peace. Anyone can reach enlightenment. Seize the day. 🙏
Wonderful Pat. I’m glad you had that experience. Keep up the great work 😀😀😀
Love this guy...living a real life. Unlike so many others.
thank you so much my friend!
Every life is living, just on different paths, don't judge.
You are a wonderful light to this world Nick. All you have given so pure and true has been a blessing on so many levels of life. Thank you profound for the gifts you've given my life. I humbly bow in love 🙏🏼🕊️❤️
Thank you so much for your kind words. It’s my pleasure to share 😀
I can relate alot of this with when I stopped drinking alcohol 7+months ago.. during this time I am learning alot about myself and the people I surrounded myself with..I have since grown into a better version of me that I didn't know existed for many years..its a remarkable awakening ! Thx for all you do, you've helped me along the journey 😌
Congratulations my friend. That’s great. Please keep it up 😊😊
Thank you for this post… my change came about when I was diagnosed with cancer. It changed me physically, spiritually, and mentally. 7 years now I’m a survivor and I’m ready for more life. I’m at the happiest moments of my life. I’m learning a lot from your vlogs. Just found you yesterday. Blessings❤️
Wow welcome to the channel. Thank you for sharing your story and wishing you good health :)
The fact you have been in the lay world as a young professional man and now going back and forth is helpful to today's people. I am excited you are joining the world for a few months. Your experience as a lay person helps to make buddhism accesible and applicable to people living out in the world with everyday struggles. I hope you are always able to walk both worlds for the benefit of your viewers and those you touch. I look forward to seeing what you keep putting out into the world whatever path you decide to be on at that moment.
Thank you so much my friend 😀
Thank you Nick. I thoroughly enjoyed meeting you virtually. You have made an everlasting impression on me and I will never forget you.
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Thank you so much Greg and I’ll continue to keep posting
Thank you acharn nick.
Pls keep doing your vlogs welcome home xx
Thank you so much Catherine and yes I will continue ☺️☺️
It’s all been said Nic. We will miss your wisdom.
Enjoy your trip home.
Thanks for being part of my journey. ❤️🇨🇦🙏
Thank you Tim but i'll still be here. Will continue to wear the robes and still share via videos. It will just be from the states for the next 5 months :)
Thank you for praying for my husband when he was dying last year due to COVID-19. Tq for praying for me too. I am sure u touched the lives of so many people.
This video made me cry. I am scared. What scares me even more is that I can nor could I ever be this brave as you were.
It takes time my friend to build up. No rush.
Sacred tears, I have called them an ugly cry as well. I have been transformed over 33 years of alcohol recovery. So very grateful that I drank my way in, as I would have never found the life I have. Grateful that I can embrace being a student till I leave the planet. Sending you a hug and wishing you many, many blessings.
Thank you so much Catherine 😀
Wow! I can’t wait to hear what you have to say and follow your story after you get back to life at home. Best wishes ❤️
Me too! 🤗❤️
Thank you so much Erika! Hope you are doing well.
Me too!
Im so tired of living in this huge country with many issues it’s so hard to silence the world, i feel a empty feeling in my self. But I’m hoping that meditating and working on myself will help me see the purpose of my life.
I am struggling a lot at the moment Nick. I thank you for your wise words and beautiful soft and thoughtful words. 🙏❤ Namaste
You are so welcome! I’m glad it’s helpful 😊
Welcome home,Ven. Nick! Thank you so much for allowing us to be a part of your phenomenal journey! I am now in a better place than I was and I am immensely grateful to you for that. Hope to see you in sunny California:) Love and light in your journey ahead💞🌟
Thank you so much and wonderful. We will be staying in Azusa California in June and July. Hopefully you can come meditate with us 😀
@@nickkeomahavong01 Wow! Is that like an actual invitation? 🤗 You are so kind Ven. Nick💞. I feel so blessed🙏😊
Edit : Is it the Azusa Myanmar Monastery on Ranch Rd?
It has been a long journey Ven Nick but there is always a going home part. Thank you so much for the opportunity to participate and be a part of that journey. It seemed those words you mentioned, uttered and emphasized are also mine. Been through a lot of struggles and pains since 2011. Am just so blessed to have a mentor and adviser through you. Please keep going, we keep moving on. You deserve all the peace of mind, focus, and enlightenment as you journey back home. Thank you so much for being so selfless and humble ❤️ Hope to see somewhere in the globe 🙏🙏🙏
“You have to unravel all those pieces. You need to unlearn what you already learned. Everything you though about your yourself, the identity, the fantasies, the image, the roles you have in your workplace, your home, and in society. The types of cloth your wear. The image. The ideal and the idea that you have of yourself. How you perceive yourself, like all this things. You have to pull that apart.” ❤️
Again, I can't stop crying while I'm watching this. Thank you...
I'm glad it resonates with you Jaye :) thank you
You have been a role model, spiritual guide, and helped me transform. I hope you will enjoy your time home and on your new journey. It would be helpful to know that you will continue to teach me through your videos during your journey. Please don't remove yourself from us. Please keep doing videos, and know you are loved a great deal.
Thank you so much Marcy and yes I will continue to share this journey. It an honor 😀😀
Ven Nick, you have been a beacon of hope in a very dark time for me. You are a pure and gentle soul who has shared wisdom with so many. Blessings to you as you continue your journey. ❤️
aww thank you so much Carrie for your kind words :)
Just wow. I almost started crying during the description of taking off on the plane. It sounded like death, which in a way, is what it was.
Sadhu sadhu 😀😀 thank you so much. It was scary but definitely needed
You would think that at 73 you have learned much but your journey in more than one aspect looked like mine years ago. I couldn’t go to a monastery because I had children to raise and support on my own. As you say, you will be OK. And I was, in spite of my struggles and many ups and downs. Your journey has taught me how to let go and be at peace and know that it’s not so much what we go through but what we make of it. Everything in our lives it’s an opportunity to learn, to grow, even (and especially) the painful moments. Thank you for your inspiration, guidance, and humility. You are blessed. Continue teaching.
aww thank you so much for sharing that. it was beautifully stated :)
Have a safe trip and many thanks for all your guidance and wisdom Ven. Sadhu sadhu sadhu.pls continue to share your experience to all those you meet. You may not know it but you have set a ripple of change in many of us. We will pass on what we have learn from you Venerable.Really appreciate your videos. With metta from Malaysia.
Wow that’s so beautiful to hear. Thank you so much and I’ll continue to keep sharing on this journey 😀
I don’t practice Buddhism but i found a lot of things you taught very useful. I’m using your teachings to help me get out of a not so good mental and physical space, so thank you for that! May you have a safe and blessed journey. Thanks for sharing with us!
Ven Nick, wherever you go, I will follow your teaching, thank you.
Sadhu sadhu 😀😀 thank you so much nuri
What a blessing to be nurtured by this man. I’m so glad I found this channel. Come visit us here in Phoenix please….
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Dear Nick, I can tell how emotional this is for you, I appreciate that I found you on youtube,. I feel you are a lovely soul. And I pray 🙏 that this change will be another amazing journey for you. I would like to express to you, to go gently home, embrace your family, and continue to spread your wisdom to all whom will listen. I wish you good health love, and all good things. God Bless you ❤
You are our candle and spark that inspires us so much , and gives us peace in this chaos! Always waiting for the next video ! Lots of good wishes to you ❤️
Sadhu sadhu 😀 thank you so much
Looking forward to hearing about your new adventures, how you find this transition in your life and any other observations you may have. Exciting and safe travels to you!
Thank you for sharing this with us, best wishes for you and your journey!
It’s my pleasure. Thank you so much 😊
I wish you to be in peace where ever you will be
Thank you so much petr 😀😀
Thank you for your teachings, wisdom and contributions! I've very much enjoyed following you. 🙏
Peace and blessings, and traveling mercy for your journey back home. Can’t wait to hear how it goes! 🙏🏾
Much Love and Peace to You, Venerable Nick. I learn so much from your videos and I really hope you will keep making them. The Buddhist X Mental Health aspects combined is so very helpful. Hugs, Laura
Thank you for sharing your journey with us. It's been truly inspiring and helpful. Safe travels and welcome home.
It’s my pleasure dawn. Thank you so much 😊
How exciting for you Ven. Nick! I hope that you have a wonderful time seeing your family & friends again and that you enjoy your travels. Thank you for bringing us along on your journey. This video has such a beautiful message, I’m sure many people here needed to hear it, thank you ☺️🙏🏻
I hope,, you keep in touch. I have found your teaching so valuable, hopeful, heartful, honest. Come for lunch when in Hilo. Your are loved by many. Aloha.
Thank you my friend but no worries because I will still continue to be a monk. I’m just returning to the states for 5 months for a short visit and returning back to Thailand 😀
Thankyou once again for being so open with sharing your journey. Looking forward to following where this next chapter takes you. All the best Ven. Nick 🙏💜
Thank you so much for the support Helen 😀
Venerable Nick, thank you always for your insightful teachings. I hope you can continue teaching us on RUclips during your new journey. 💞
thank you and yes i will continue to share. I will be in the US for only 5 months then be back to Thailand in no time :)
Thank you for sharing your journey and wisdom with us. I absolutely love the way you use your platform to inspire others. You’ve definitely inspired me! I look forward to your content. Hope you have safe travels and wonderful experiences 🌷💕
Blessings to you and thank you for all of the videos!
Beautifully spoken, Nick. May your return home be warm and your heart and wisdom grow only further, the world needs it. Many of us go through life changing events and profound transformations sooner or later, often unintentionally such as chronic illness in my case. Your words gave me hope and strength so thank you for that. I know one day I'll be able to overcome the worst suffering with my own inner strength and I'm seeing this as cultivating wisdom to share it with others in need.
Thank you Elfi and please have a speedy recovery!
Thank you Nick, your journey has been giving me strength in my journey. I wish you the best on your return home .
Thank you so much 😊
This is so beautiful and very relatable in every single way. Thank you so much for blessing us with sharing your wisdom and truth.
Thank You!🙏
Nick, I found your videos at a time when they were needed the most. You have clearly made great impact, and we are so grateful for all you shared. May the next steps in your journey continue to be profound, fulfilling and peaceful. All the best.
Thank you so much Kim. And keep up with your journey as well. Rooting for you 😀
I have really enjoyed following your journey!
Enjoy you next steps!!
Thank you so much for the support Doreen! have a great day.
Thank you! 💕
I can feel your transformation energy in this video! It’s shining brightly and very encouraging gives my hope waiting for this long Canadian winter to end change to spring! I’m so excited for you to reunite with your family. I also laugh to imagine you having to choose what food to choose again haha. Enjoy :)
Venerable Nick, thank you❤. I found your channel after a big bereavement and your guidance has helped my slowly get back on my feet. Best of luck for the next stage of your journey x
Thank you so much and I’m glad you’re finding your footing again. Keep it up 😀
I’ve learned so much through your videos and wisdom. Thank you for your guidance and wishing you and all of us continued peace and courage. Safe travels.
Sadhu sadhu 😀😀 thank you so much
Thanks so much for sharing your journey with us! I found your channel only a few months ago but have truly enjoyed watching your videos. You provide practical advice while also letting us into the daily life at the monastery (I find it fascinating!). Wishing you the best on your trip back home and hope we hear from you soon again.
Blessings and wishes for your journey ✨
Nick, your journey have been relatable to mine and I have found comfort in the timeliness of your videos when I have needed support.
I wish you safe travels and look forward to hearing more about your trip stateside and would be interested in hearing about this experience through your awaken eyes!
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Thank you so much Peter! I appreciate the support 😀
Love the person you are, becoming/became and the wisdom you are spreading. Cannot wait for the follow up. 💯❤️
Aww thank you for your kind words felix :)
It's been beautiful watching you grow.
Beyond proud of you
Thank you so much Nick. You helped start my spiritual journey and I can’t tell you how much my life has changed. Love and Chi ❤️
Thank you Nick, for your generosity and wisdom. I wish you well in your journey ahead.
Sadhu sadhu 😀😀 thank you so much monisha
You help me a lot with my mental health and I applied the changes you talked about in some of your videos and I feel so much better! I wish you a safe travel and best of luck!
Thank you so much my friend 😀
Blessings to you on your Path.
Oh, so helpful! Thank you for this amazing sharing! Blessings to you on your journey back in the USA. We need this wisdom more than ever!🙏
I've thoroughly enjoyed and been moved and inspired by your videos and teachings. Good luck and be well. Thank you.
😊 thank you so much
Venerable Nick, I recently discovered your channel, and can't express fully how grateful I am that you have shared yourself so openly and honestly. I have seen therapists over the years, but I've already gained more insight and felt the most incredible sense of calm, just from watching some of your videos. Please continue to share your wisdom and journey with us, and just know how much you are touching and helping lives in all corners of the world. Your friend in NJ, USA❤
You’ve helped me nick ❤️ wishing you wonderful chapters to come, Thankyou ❤️
Dear Venerable Nick! Thank you so much from the depth of my heart. I can feel your lovingkindness towards all people who are suffering and are lost. And I really admire your courage, to be sharing not only the beautiful parts of life but the scary, confused, painful parts too, with your own insights. This has really helped me today, going through the very same questions constantly, and (hopefully) being on a similar path as you. I wish you all the best for your trip, thank you again, with lots of metta : ) Suzy
Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom🙏😘☀️I can relate to much of what you have struggled with.💜 A new chapter begins.
Thank you so much 😊
Thank you so much for your wisdom, and encouragements! Safe and happy travels to you! 🙏❤🌺
You’re welcome ☺️
I want to take the time to thank you with all my heart. I was in need to hear these exact words today, and you came into my feed to gently touch my heart and let me hear what I needed. You are a true inspiration, thank you for your light that sparks so much light in others. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!
Thank you so much for your beautiful teachings🙏
You’re welcome Sally. Thank you so much 😊
Thank you for everything and Good luck on the rest of your journey! Stay safe 🙏💕
Thank you so much 😊
Thank you for the gift and the blessing of letting me be a part of your journey! Your inner peace shines brightly.
Sadhu sadhu 😀 thank you so much
Thanks Nick for your wisdom! Enjoy the time at home!
Thanks Nick for your kindness and wise reasoning.
Safe travels, Ven. Nick! I wish you lots of good experience and happiness on your journey.
Thank you so much Angelina 😀
I am so grateful for all of your teachings and guidance. This video was one of your very best. You have helped countless people that may be struggling in life, offering us answers to many challenges. I love your meditations in Thailand and will continue to do them. I hope we will see you again soon. Best wishes for you on your travels! Thank you, Ven. Nick!
thank you so much sheryl and no worries...i'll continue to share more videos :)
Thank you for all you have shared with us. Blessings for the journey ahead!!
Thank you so much Lundy 😀
Well done Nick! Best wishes.
Venerable Nick, thank you for your sharing of deep emotions and honesty. I hope we can continue to receive your teachings. 🙏
thank you so much and yes, i'll continue to share more videos :)
Thank you for everything Nick and everything that you sacrificed to help us out with all your wisdom, much love.
It’s my pleasure. Thank you so much 😊
Thank you so much Nick! Thank you for sharing your life experience and wisdom. You have been such a benefit for my life. Peace and Calm!☀️
Thank you. All the best for your journey, calm vibes
Thank you so much for sharing with us all these experience, I came accross one of your old video and I can say for sure that this journey positively changed many things inside and outside you. stay blessed for ever. I wish you a peacefull return and be safe. You impact me and I am on my way, changing things in my own life. Thanks again. Love you brother Nick
Thank you so much armelle 😀
This was so beautiful. Thank you so much. Change is so scary. The point of no return is a real thing..
Thank you for sharing this right when I needed it💗
You’re welcome my friend 😀 thank you
Bless your heart. Thank you!
Thank you for everything you have done! Good luck on your new journey
Have a safe journey 🙏🙏🙏
Thank you so much manju 😀
Thank you, Nick! All the very best! Stay safe always!
thank you so much my friend :)
Thankyou Nick🌸🌸🌸🙏
Thank you for your wisdom.
Congratulations ! Welcome home
thank you so much Steven!
Nick, I am so grateful to have been part of your journey, I feel enlightened by your wisdom, you seem to always have an answer to the questions I had about myself. Makes me happy that you have found you..and your starting a whole new life. I think I can say with certainty I am also at the beginning of my new life journey.
Thank you again and many blessings to you.
Thank you so much and I’ll still be in monkhood so no worries. Will Continue to update and share 😀
"The Greatest Existence we will ever learn..is to reach out and Love~and have that Love returned'👌💛
Sadhu sadhu 😀😀 thank you so much my friend
@@nickkeomahavong01 🧖🏻♂️🙏🏻🕯️
Thank you so much for all the wisdom and care♥️
🙏🏼 I wish you safe travels and I am so grateful to have your videos to watch and internally reflect upon. Thank you for the glimpse into your world and the lessons you have learned. These videos and this channel are so immensely valuable.
Thank you so much Vina 😀😀