Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Most people fear failure — not because of the failure itself, but because of what others might think. We’re afraid of being judged, humiliated, or seen as “not enough.” So we hold back, stay safe, and never take the leap.
In this video, I share two personal stories of failure — dropping out of three PhD programs and a DIY YouTube studio project that didn’t go as planned. Through these experiences, I discovered something unexpected: failure isn’t the real enemy — doubt is.
When we take action and fail, we gain something far more valuable than success — clarity. Failure eliminates doubt. It frees our mind from the constant “what if?” that keeps us stuck.
My hope is that this video helps you reframe your relationship with failure — not as something to fear, but as a step toward freedom, self-understanding, and peace of mind.
🧘♂️ If this video resonates with you, take a moment to reflect: what’s one thing you’ve been afraid to try? Maybe it’s time to just begin. #monks #mentalhealth #meditation
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Meditation Retreat:
🔶 (Chiang Mai, Thailand) Join the Pa Pae Meditation Retreat if you would like to meditate in the beautiful nature of the Chiang Mai mountains. They offer daily meditation guidance and opportunities for long term stay as a volunteer.
papaemeditation.org/thailand
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🔴 The Building Blocks of Meditation: The Purpose of Meditation and How to Start a Daily Practice That Actually Sticks
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Thanks for watching.
Most people fear failure — not because of the failure itself, but because of what others might think. We’re afraid of being judged, humiliated, or seen as “not enough.” So we hold back, stay safe, and never take the leap.
In this video, I share two personal stories of failure — dropping out of three PhD programs and a DIY YouTube studio project that didn’t go as planned. Through these experiences, I discovered something unexpected: failure isn’t the real enemy — doubt is.
When we take action and fail, we gain something far more valuable than success — clarity. Failure eliminates doubt. It frees our mind from the constant “what if?” that keeps us stuck.
My hope is that this video helps you reframe your relationship with failure — not as something to fear, but as a step toward freedom, self-understanding, and peace of mind.
🧘♂️ If this video resonates with you, take a moment to reflect: what’s one thing you’ve been afraid to try? Maybe it’s time to just begin. #monks #mentalhealth #meditation
____________________________________
FREE Video-Led Meditation Retreats:
🔶 nickkeomahavong.com/retreats
____________________________________
FREE downloads below:
✅ FREE 21-Day Meditation Habit Builder:
https://forms.gle/E4r8ntQDPTd2rwJg6
✅ How to Become a Monk FREE Guide:
https://forms.gle/8b3GX9Hkds9PffJc9
✅ FREE Self-Care Checklist:
https://forms.gle/Rds3vAEQ6uNmmeWs6
____________________________________
✅ Venerable Nick’s Website:
nickkeomahavong.com
____________________________________
Ordination Opportunities:
🔶 Be a Monk Ordination Program: With minimalism and simplicity at its core, The Pa Pae Meditation Retreat gives Westerners the opportunity to ease into becoming a monk in a forest setting for those seeking short term and long term ordination.
beamonk.org
____________________________________
Meditation Retreat:
🔶 (Chiang Mai, Thailand) Join the Pa Pae Meditation Retreat if you would like to meditate in the beautiful nature of the Chiang Mai mountains. They offer daily meditation guidance and opportunities for long term stay as a volunteer.
papaemeditation.org/thailand
____________________________________
Get a copy of Venerable Nick's Books:
🔴 The Buddhist Cleanse: The 1-Day Spiritual Detox
amazon.com/Buddhist-Cleanse-1-Day-Spiritual-Detox-ebook/dp/B08V1Y6STX
🔴 The Building Blocks of Meditation: The Purpose of Meditation and How to Start a Daily Practice That Actually Sticks
amzn.to/3pWAGhe
🔴 The Building Blocks of Meditation Journal: Sharpening Your Skills of Observation
amzn.to/3t2qVA1
____________________________________
🔶 Stay updated with any new resources, products, or other announcements by signing up for Nick Keomahavong’s mailing list:
bit.ly/3aVWRx0
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Thanks for watching.
