I’m Soko, a Zen priest and spiritual director sharing teachings from monastic life and modern experience.
This channel explores Zen practice, mindfulness, and spiritual direction for those seeking to return to a life of genuine connection, self-trust and inner stability in a busy world.
Whether you’re facing burnout, numbness, or inner disconnection, these reflections and Q&A sessions offer grounded insight and practical ways to restore balance and rediscover peace of mind.
SOKO Zen Monk Q&A
Ask a Monk Anything: Mindfulness, Life Doubts, and Ancient Wisdom✨️
Ever wanted to ask a Buddhist monk about life's biggest questions? Now is your chance👏
Whether you're curious about moment-to-moment awareness, struggling with daily anxiety, or want to dive deep into ancient spiritual wisdom, I’m here to talk with you.☺️
Past questions include:
"How can I maintain awareness without my mind wandering?"
"Are there special visas for staying in a Japanese monastery?"
No question is too small or too personal. This is a safe, open space for everyone. Come as you are, relax, and let’s explore the path to peace together✨️🧘
time schedule:
USA (New York) EST (UTC-5) Feb 1, 4:00 PM (Sun)
USA (Los Angeles) PST (UTC-8) Feb 1, 1:00 PM (Sun)
UK (London) GMT (UTC+0) Feb 1, 9:00 PM (Sun)
Australia (Sydney) AEDT (UTC+11) Feb 2, 8:00 AM (Mon)
Join the live here! 👇
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SOKO Zen Monk Q&A
🎉 10,000 Subscribers Celebration! Live Stream Announcement 🎉
To all my wonderful supporters,
Thanks to you, our channel has reached a major milestone of 10,000 subscribers! I am truly grateful for your constant support and encouragement.
To show my appreciation, I’ll be hosting a special live stream to celebrate with you all!
【What to Expect】
Real-time Q&A: Feel free to ask me anything in the chat!
Stories from my "Training Days": I’ll be sharing behind-the-scenes stories and experiences from my apprenticeship/training.
Free Talk: Let’s just relax and enjoy some casual conversation.
【Streaming Schedule (Local Time)】
New York 1/15, at 22:00
Los Angeles 1/15, at 19:00
A Message from SOKO:
Your kind comments are what drive me to create better content every day. In this live stream, I’d love to show you a side of me that you don't usually see in my videos. Grab your favorite drink and come join the fun! I can't wait to see you there!
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