Test your might! • Shaolin Spirit | Shi Heng Yi | TEDxBaiaMare
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Published 2022-11-29
Own your life!
Life doesn't get any easier. You are getting stronger! Master Shi Heng Yi (释恒義) is the headmaster of the Shaolin Temple Europe (歐洲少林寺) and takes over in this function the physical as well as the mental training of the novices, disciples and master students of the monastery in Otterberg / Germany.
His goal and endeavor is not only to explain and convey theoretical principles in an understandable way, but above all to make this knowledge practical and tangible in daily life, and usable for people.
For more than 30 years, Master Shi Heng Yi has been studying and practicing the interaction between mind and body. His strength is the ability to smoothly combine this knowledge with physical exercises and to practice Martial art –Kung Fu and Qi Gong. He has an academic background but he prefers to live at the Shaolin Temple Europe, Monastery located in Otterberg, Germany. Since 2010 he has been taking care of the settlement and he personifies the sustainable development and spreading the Shaolin culture and philosophy. As a contemporary monk, Master Yi holds a smartphone in the folds of his clothes as he sees no contradiction between living together with ancient knowledge and high technology. “The universal law of being successful and happy at the same time means finding the balance”, says master Yi. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx
All Comments (21)
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"Knowledge without practice is just book Knowledge' 👏👏
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How many of you noticed he explained "Choice" and thanked once for the "Chance" and left the "Change" for us to work with.
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Idk why no body’s talking about the million dollar advice he gave ….we need to make us stronger again, …..get more physicality into our life 💪🏻♥️
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One thing I keep learning from munks and even fictional characters like dumbledore or gandalf, is that they give their advice in such a mystic and simple manner, that allows the receiver to think for themselves rather than getting the answer right away. I've found that even speaking in riddles or asking questions rather than giving an answer can be a really great thing when giving advice.
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As a psychotherapist, I can relate to his thoughts. Too many people living in their heads, too many theories, so less practice, disconnecting body or using it as a mechanical and performative tool. Such a simple, concrete and powerful ted talk ❤
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"The most beautiful people we know are those who have known defeat, known suffering, known struggle, and have found their way out of the depths. They have a understanding of life that fills them with compassion. Beautiful people don't just happen, they're created through hardship." <^>
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This man has gone through god knows what kind of hard work.... Just look at his hands.... This man has gone through alot.... Respect for this guy
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1. His voice is really calming and captivating 2. The things we must all contend with are "choice", and the "consequences" of them 3. Mental strength gets you through, so it's worth investing in. Resilience. 4. Physical activity can build mental resilience and impact a kind of wisdom.
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"Doing cool stuff, that looks nice..." Lmao. All joking aside, this is a good lesson. "Fulfilment of desire is of personal value. Fulfilment of vision is of global value." That's such a great perspective.
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His first Ted Talk literally changed my life. This one has refreshed and renewed my perspective for sure!
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Dear Master Shi Heng Yi,your ethos & wisdoms ring true. We need to care and show /share love & compassion. Active body will keep our minds,heart & soul well & grounded,as well as nature. Thank you for sharing this with us. Love & light, Muna Light 🌺🔆🙏🏽
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I believe two things make the difference in life- will and skill.
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He is Aang from last Airbender ! As a Buddhist myself I love the wisdom he shares. We need more wisdom in the world
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This man is an amazing teacher. From ways of the warrior to spiritual guidance and self discipline. Every word this man speaks is priceless wisdom 👏
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I love his Truth, as he lives it, speaks it, and exemplifies it in his entire being. He is totally inspirational for our world on every level, this is clear!
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Right👍 “Life doesn’t get easier, you get stronger”
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He's so eloquent and knows how to pass across information.
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I do agree that physicality helps things like depression.
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Damn this guy is so smart and the way he explains things…..that’s our life.
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"Too busy with their body, too busy with activity to be depressed" I can attest to this because of my job. When I am at work, I am usually in the best mindset. I tend to forget bad things going on in my life, such as bad grades, getting over a girl, your family at home, whatever it may be. It still occupies my mind at work sometimes, but often, since I am working with my hands digging holes, carrying heavy things, moving stuff, or installing things in the ground, I am a bit more at ease.
