Hi, I'm Haku, your monk from Japan.
On this channel, "Your Monk Haku," I share wisdom and teachings from Japanese Buddhism to help you find peace, clarity, and balance in your daily life.

Life can be busy and stressful, but even small moments of mindfulness can make a big difference. Through simple stories, calming reflections, and practical advice, I aim to bring a little light and peace to your journey.

Whether you're curious about Buddhist ideas or just looking for ways to feel more grounded, you're warmly welcome here. Let's walk this path together.

Thank you for joining me,
Your Monk, Haku


Your Monk Haku

What if everything you've been working so hard to acquire is actually the very thing keeping you from feeling at peace? 🙏

Most of us spend our entire lives chasing more (more money, more possessions, more status) convinced that the next thing we get will finally be enough. But it never is. And there's a reason for that.

In my latest video, I share a lifetime of wisdom on why material things can never fill the emptiness we feel inside, and more importantly, what actually can.

Go watch it, then come back here and tell me: what is one thing in your life you are holding onto more tightly than you probably should?

Drop it in the comments below. I read every single one. 👇

https://youtu.be/SoucYwoTNaE

#BuddhistWisdom #InnerPeace #Minimalism #SpiritualAwakening #MindfulLiving

13 hours ago | [YT] | 4

Your Monk Haku

The Hidden Power of Kindness (It Changes Your Life More Than You Think)

Check out my latest video! Let me know what you think 😊

https://youtu.be/r_8upO-zooQ

1 day ago | [YT] | 5

Your Monk Haku

Is life meaningless… or have we been asking the wrong question all along?

I just released a new video exploring Buddhism vs. Nihilism, where they overlap, where they differ, and why so many people confuse emptiness with nothingness.

If you’ve ever questioned the meaning of life, struggled with purpose, or felt unsettled by how everything changes… this talk will challenge how you see reality itself.

Watch the full video and tell me in the comments:
Do you think life has meaning, or is meaning something we create?

If this topic speaks to you, please like, share, and subscribe. More deep reflections are on the way.

https://youtu.be/AKOqQng1r8Q

2 days ago | [YT] | 5

Your Monk Haku

What if love isn’t something you chase… but something you become?

In my newest video, I share 5 powerful ways to manifest love using timeless wisdom on mindfulness, compassion, and inner transformation. If you want deeper connection, emotional peace, and love that flows naturally into your life… this is for you.

Watch the full video now — and start becoming the love you’ve been searching for.

If it resonates with you, drop a ❤️ in the comments and share it with someone who needs this message today.

https://youtu.be/ZJjT8SlxCG4

3 days ago | [YT] | 3

Your Monk Haku

Most people spend their lives chasing, forcing, and worrying… believing that if they just try harder, they’ll finally get what they want.

But what if the opposite is true?

What if calmness, not control, is what allows life to unfold in your favor?

In my latest video, I share a deep Buddhist teaching on why staying calm allows the universe to deliver what is truly meant for you… and how forcing life may actually be blocking your path.

If you’ve been feeling impatient, anxious about timing, or exhausted from trying to control everything… this message is for you.

Watch the full video now, and let me know in the comments:
What is something in your life you’re learning to let go of?

https://youtu.be/njpqys1SdFg

4 days ago | [YT] | 11

Your Monk Haku

Happy Valentine's Day!

To those that are in relationships and have dates, I hope this day is lovely.

And to everyone else who doesn't have plans or is single on this day, I made this video as a reminder that February 14 can also be your day.

It can be a day where you remind yourself to love yourself.

Let me know what you think of the teaching! :)

youtube.com/shorts/ESO80-mSHP...

6 days ago | [YT] | 10

Your Monk Haku

What if happiness isn’t something you chase…but something you uncover?

I just released a new video sharing 7 powerful reasons why you should be happy, based on timeless Buddhist wisdom and practical mindfulness you can apply today.

If you’ve been feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or stuck in your thoughts… this message is for you.

Watch now and discover the peace that’s already within you.

https://youtu.be/VR_XBt-IsBQ

1 week ago | [YT] | 10

Your Monk Haku

What if the peace you’ve been searching for…was never outside of you?

My new video explores a powerful Buddhist teaching: Become Your Own Refuge.
In a world that constantly changes, true stability cannot come from circumstances, people, or control; it must be cultivated within the mind.

In this teaching, I share how to:
• Stay calm in uncertainty
• Let go of attachment and fear
• Build an inner foundation that doesn’t collapse when life changes

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, anxious about the future, or emotionally unsettled…this message is for you.

After you watch, I’d love to hear from you:
What is one struggle you’re facing right now that’s challenging your inner peace?
Your honesty may help someone else feel less alone.

Watch the full video now, and if it resonates, share it with someone who needs steadiness in their life right now.

Let’s grow in wisdom together.

https://youtu.be/wbBLhe5D-3A

1 week ago | [YT] | 8

Your Monk Haku

Most of us don’t realize it while we’re living it…

But one day, your future self will look back at this exact season of your life and understand why it had to be hard.

I just uploaded a new video about gratitude, struggle, and becoming the person you’re meant to be—not by escaping discomfort, but by learning how to see it clearly.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or quietly questioning whether you’re on the right path, this message is for you. Take your time with it. Let it meet you where you are.

I’m curious: what’s one challenge you’re facing right now that you wish you understood better?

You’re not alone in it. And sometimes, wisdom grows fastest when we share it together.

Watch here: https://youtu.be/O6X2_ubV8KU

1 week ago | [YT] | 10

Your Monk Haku

Most of us live like we’ll get to life later.

Later when things calm down.
Later when we have more time.
Later when we feel “ready.”

This video is a reminder I needed myself: make the memories while you’re alive and healthy. Not someday. Not eventually. Now.

It’s not about being reckless or dramatic. It’s about cherishing the moments, practicing gratitude, and remembering that time, energy, and health are quietly limited, even when everything feels fine.

If you’ve been caught in routine…
If you’ve been postponing experiences, connection, or presence…
If you want a calm but honest reminder about what actually matters…

I think this one will resonate with you.

Would love to hear: what’s one memory you’re glad you didn’t postpone?

https://youtu.be/0-dc_pxtrqI

1 week ago | [YT] | 6