How to grow wiser (without books)

I love reading but humanity's wisest people often say wisdom cannot be found in books. How then can you and I become kinder and wiser?
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[George-Thompson]

If our minds are full, we don't have the space for a deeper understanding. There's a lot to this emptiness idea.
When can you next go for an emptiness walk in nature? Leave the headphones at home 😜
I've safely arrived back in the UK. I hope you are safe and well
xx

[Tomas]

"Wisdom is not to be found in books, but bushes". What a journey George, thank you for sharing it with all of us🙏🏻

[joslyn]

One of the best things about 2020 for me was finding your videos and being introduced to Wudang and Master Gu in this intimate and precious way that you bring. Much appreciation and good wishes for you, George!

[robabd]

The journey has just began and you return the us with more insight to share. God Speed

[kindcounselor]

Oh! I'm going to miss those amazing mountains! Safe travels George!

[michellem]

I’m reminded of a scene toward the end of Lord of the Rings when Gandalf says “bring me someone with less lore and more wisdom!”

[annettekelly]

Absolutely everything is connected, you are connected to all of us - your viewers! We're like the roots - invisible roots- pulling together.
Master Gu has been an inspiration and now George... You are too!
Nature has literally lifted me up so many times!
Thank you George.... Keep up the videos and stay safe 🐦🤗

[peterkhew]

Knowledge comes from books. Wisdom comes from understanding.

[rudig]

Saw the title and immediately clicked the video. Thank you for sharing and for inspiring me to start my own YouTube channel!🧸😊

[maria]

Knowledge comes from books
Wisdom comes from Life

[lychee]

Taoism philosophy is so straightforward but the true meaning is definitely not the easiest to grasp even for people whose native language is Chinese. But you videos have translated them so well and very in depth. 👏👏👏

[rafaelkoga]

Thank you Geoge and Master Gu for all the teachings!

[MrBboyle]

Excellent point to be made especially in these times. This is why a meditation practice is so important. And the Tao Te Ching is sparse in its words for a reason. One passage from that text could be used for meditation for a lifetime.

[dagih.]

What a journey, you are experiencing — inside and outside. I‘ll gonna miss the absolute stunning landscape und the peace within, while you‘re in britain. Hopefully you and your family are well. Enjoy the days of togetherness!

[AnamDream]

It reminds me of what tolle said:
Words are just signs pointing on an object.
I can read every book about honey, where it comes from, how it tastes and looks and so on. But without actually tasting honey I still don't know what it is.

[NReillee]

I kinda really love this video. Simply stated, beautifully shot. It just all makes so much sense. I love the idea of ‘not feeling all that different’ when hanging out with trees, squirrels, birds, water and bugs. I get it.

[timothygeorge]

Wisdom is found in every moment one lives

[karlmohan]

you really do deserve more views, more people need to see this

[ZjefVanAcker]

Thank you George, for taking us with you on your amazing Journey!

[jyotsanasingh]

Hey George . Stumbled upon your channel out of the blue but I must admit, the concept getting wisdom not in books but in bush just wooed me. Im in awe right now