@@epochstories So true. Much of what is out there that we "want" is really to impress others, not make ourselves happy. We *THINK* that will do it, but it never does.
@@smeddy7854 exactly! Success is subjective. If someone is much happier working in a supermarket rather than having a big company and earn a lot of money, who am I to question that? Pursue what makes you happy, not what makes others happy
Totally - for 2 years I've been working in a job that alot of people look down on yet I'm my own boss, answer to no-one, can and will raise my prices when it's necessary, take holidays when I want, am flexible with my hours, have so much spare time and at the end of the day I solve people's problems and make a difference in people's lives - in fact, I get a kick out of doing something so completely against the grain of what's considered a 'valued job' in society yet feel so much contentment and inner peace I couldn't give a rats ass if I am judged by anyone for the work that I do! This has taught me to just live you're own life @@epochstories
My notes from this interview "Greg writer of essentialist "1.If you don't prioritize your life someone else will do it, 2.Busy but not productive 3.We are busy Beacuse other people are busy 4.It's not about getting more, it's about getting the right things. 5.Practically we are saying no to so many things but we resist to say the word "no" 6.Surely unexpected things will come out 7.Don't take Beacuse it's good 8.Don't take Beacuse you can Make sure the right things for the right time for the right reason 9.Will I have buffer for my other projects...? 10.Small amount for long term of life, consistency 11. What I want from social media, what's the exchange value 12. No one can say everything to everyone 13. More efforts does not always correlate to more results 14. Justification for slow down... Few things are exceptionally valuable, most other things are noise, then you will automatically, spontaneously, naturally start changing your behavior. "
I'm 75% done with Greg's book "essentialism". And preparing a for a big talk with my manager about creating clearer and more essential goals. Thank you Greg and Matt!
@Travis Austin Yes I thoroughly enjoyed it. It revolves more around work/life balance, and around the concept of "less but better" by saying no to the nonessentials and focusing on what really matters.
*It’s not about getting more done, it’s about getting the RIGHT things done... Learn the difference between the trivial many vs the vital few and life will become naturally better. I recently* *made an animated video on Essentialism, i wonder what you all think?*
This! What is the point of doing more when all of that extra effort isn't focused towards the right things? Took me so long to realize this but when I did, it changed my perspective on what needs to get done and what I think I want to get done
Hmm... A surefire fine tune in the top noggin for sure, I've always pretty much percieved getting more done as being most important but not really have I quite put a finger on focusing on not "all" of which really matters in life for first and foremost, but the "few" for which really matters in life for me in every "current" moment that I come to encounter
I bet if there was a counter that showed the level of appreciation per subscriber for each channel, Matt's rating would be in the top 2% of all of RUclips. At least. 💙
I worked part-time throughout my entire career. I just learned to go without. Saved lots of money. Comfortably retired. Really enjoyed my time off and still do.
Thanks for sharing. Somehow I feel comforted knowing there are others who have done this and it’s not just wishful thinking. Anything is possible with the right mindset and execution
I am only 18 and I feel with a lot of young people we use objects to occupy and entertain to distract from fear. I think a lot of us know the weight that is on our shoulders to do better because of the current state of OUR planet and the repercussions we will have to face as opposed to older generations who won't. A lot of us are afraid and want distraction, we don't want to engage with reality. I am so guilty of this because the alternative seems so frightening, staring the beast in the face instead of relying on the temporary comfort of more.
Face the beast and show other people how to do it. Be that role model who inspires other people. Use your values as a guide and essentialism as a way to enhance the experience. Go forward with confidence.
You know the beast is there but you choose to turn your back to it. The beast is still behind you, breathing down your neck. What do you choose, a life of fear and ignorance, or a life where you do the best you can with what you are given? I am 27 and I feel the same, life can be overwhelming and sometimes we feel like turning our backs to the problems will make them go away. This feeling is not age related. It's how our minds work to help us cope, but it's just a temporary fix. We still have to look the beast in the eye and fight it eventually so why not slowly turn each day and get ready to deal with it? It's difficult and uncomfortable but small steps are better than no steps, just like we heard in this video.
Note to young people: the world has been in MUCH worse shape, politically and yes, environmentally. Don't let people with an agenda scare you (and teachers - leave the kids alone). Be rational. Be happy.
I became a minimalist about two years ago. I've noticed that my human connections have fallen off. Background- I find that I can live most of my life commuting on my electric motorcycle with everything I need in my backpack. I never go shopping except for food. I'm spending more time outdoors exercising (city bike). I've quit watching television, except for some sporting events. I have met resistance and a loss of connectedness. I'm not part of the watercooler conversations at work- what was on television this week, bitching about the price of petrol, etc. Friends and family struggle to find something to talk to you about. Gift giving holidays are a struggle. Friends, family, coworkers think I'm antisocial. You just have less things that connect to other people because you're not talking about the things you've taken out of your daily orbit that are still in theirs without them feeling as though your are completely uninterested in waht interests them or being judgemental. Is this normal and how do you stay connected?
I know this is an old comment but I am EXACTLY the same. I am vegan, minimalist and now into zero waste. I’m so different from everyone and don’t feel like I’m interested in the same things and conversations I used to be. I’m lucky to be married to an amazing man who gets me.
I think that family often thinks I’m odd because I don’t value the same things instead I try to focus on one relationship at a time. I explain that I don’t want to clutter my time and energy with what does not bring me joy then I ask the question of why do they? I hear a lot of excuses but it is always that hamster wheel
1 thing I noticed after coming home to normal life, after 5 months of travelling and back packing was how life became too busy, too many plans, too many bills, too many decisions to make everyday and it was a lot of effort to slow down and make it less busy. Having that time of quiet or slowness is the most wonderful thing, most happiest for me too. Thx for the video 😍
Matt: *uploads a video on Thursday!* Me: OMG! 2 VIDEOS OF MATT IN A WEEK! THIS IS BETTER THAN CHRISTMAS!!!! happiness is underated. 👇how many Easter eggs I will eat today
“I’ll rest when I’m dead” I think this statement could be so detrimental. I do believe in today’s world people are busy in pursing financial gain for happiness for example. Financial gain is something that will never cease. Therefore, if we keep linking happiness to something that never ceases; we will never ever be happy or ever stop being busy in being busy. Another great share Matt 👍🏾
Sincerely Yoann Did you consider that chasing something that never ceases makes many people’s lives feel like it has value. I will always be busy in being busy but it’s not something I would be unhappy about. The chase is what makes life so thrilling and without the chase, I become dull and depressed. The “I’ll rest when I’m dead” is kinda stupid tbh 😂 I’m getting my daily 10 hours every night. I actually want to live until my 80’s.
Sami Amor Thank you for the other narrative, I guess it’s within us humans to always occupy ourselves. I guess the question is what is too much busy-ness, where do you draw the line? Oh I’m sure your 10 hours sleep periods will grant you longevity in life pass your 80’s even 😂
Throughout my entire life I’ve tried to engage in as many activities as I could. There’s just not enough time to dedicate to each thing. I now realize the importance of slowing down and focusing on essentials.
Definitely! Sometimes, I feel like people are too quick to speak out on their own opinions or experiences and will forget that we have the right to choose for ourselves. If we want to live a life that's more meaningful to us personally, we have to stand firm in our own rights and realize it's okay to say no or that you disagree (but of course, do it in a way that's respectful).
Bought his book yesterday after leaving the psychiatrist's appointment exactly because I'm in a time of life that I have no time for me. Each page of the book and every minute of this interview are helping me change my mindset. Thank you for your work and for appearing for me on RUclips at the right time!
Matt, Thank you for putting part of this interview on your channel! I am not able to be a patron right now and Appreciate being able to benefit from part of the talk here :) Such a cool discussion! Keep up the awesome work! 👍
‘So busy’ for 20+ years resulted in such ill health I have been stopped in my tracks and no longer value ‘busy’ or the things ‘busy’ allowed me to possess. Thank you for this excellent post. Love the book. Love your work Matt. Keep it up. It’s a shame I had to get ill to reset my priorities but in a weird way I’m thankful for the experience. At least I learnt it in time to appreciate my new found life.
Thank you for this ♡ we jumped off grid 2015 and sold everything ... as we've built our home out here it's been mindful "less but better" .... freedom to us is choice.... choosing how we live. Good stuff ♡
Housewife In The Woods love this! we did something similar 10 years ago! Sold everything in our 2000 sq ft home and into a 180 sq ft RV to travel. Once we settled back down (after 4 years) we were so deliberate about what we bought and brought into our space. “Have nothing in your home you don’t know to be useful or find to be beautiful.” That quote was our motto and it served us well in curating the things in our home. ❤️
one thing not directly addressed is the emphasis on Pausing. its important to pause. to think, to plan. to deliberate and weigh the options. Pausing then, is vital to saying no, vital to being conscious and aware of yourself, your priorities, needs and wants. with electronic media always around us, available, our thoughts never allowed to process, too busy trying to input more info. we adapt and react to our surroundings, which distort them. quietness and solitude is needed to find your own voice.
“How to not have those [non-essential] projects in the first place.” My work life in a nutshell! I’m made to waste SO much time on BS, and I’m too mentally exhausted to get to the essential things. I work under the supreme micro-manager, forcing certain employees to duplicate & triplicate the same non-essential work again and again. “Do the research. Do more research. Do the interview. Write a report about the interview. Give weekly status updates. Have five meetings about the updates. Answer multiple phone calls from three different “leaders”, all telling you something slightly different. Type updates into this system that wasn’t designed to handle such content. Write summary reports about all the individual reports....” Meanwhile, my actual JOB has nothing to do with interviews, meetings, and reports; I’m supposed to be doing forensics. I need a new job.
Most jobs are like yours. I am a teacher and believe it or not we have to write so many papers, daily plans...registers, you have to write evth on paper and into the schools online page. Then you have to prepare to deal with the student , the lesson and evth else....
One of my friends and I are both involved in community work. We usually check in with each other weekly to see what's on the "community calendar," i.e. stuff we should go to, and we only go to select events that really matter. All the other stuff, we skip, and we've gotten really good at it!!!
Shelia Huggins That’s great! My brothers and I have recently decided since we really don’t see each other too often even though we live together to do the weekly grocery shopping together. It’s not something huge, but taking time to both gets things done together every Friday both brings us closer since we’re spending time together and also getting stuff together. We feel more like a team that way. It’s not huge, but it’s one of my favorite times during the week. Plus they’re the only ones I can really talk about investing and minimalism with.
There is a fine line between not taking too many projects on and not taking ANY projects on. In a world of social media and digital connection we not only have comparisons that make us want to work harder, but these platforms also serve as a means of distraction and procrastination. “We have to shape our digital tools before they shape us.” - Andrew Keen
I can’t imagine that we haven’t missed that window of opportunity long ago...sadly. Our economy, social structure, even recreation, are all influencially framed by technology to a degree that separating from them now would be a monumental course correction :/
I was introduced to the Essentialism book from this interview, and it was a great read. The essentialist mindset but constantly trapped in our normal day to day chaos is an every day struggle!
well i think that's also because you have a lot on your mind that it almost becomes a paradox of decisions. for example I may wake up for the day and think of all the possible things I can do but i don't realize that my mind has become a paradox of decisions and I've wasted half of my day already.
“We are now in a state of opinion overload...” no doubt!! Actions are what matter and quality of life- not the hustle or grind. I’ve learned this the hard way but glad I learned it. Once you see it - you see how people fall for MLM’s...everything is so fake and so shallow in that mindset. Always striving, trying and working to get ahead- I realized this was not the life I wanted anymore. I just want peace, contentment and living on purpose. Minimalism and and essentialism naturally followed as well as deepened spirituality. Great interview and insight - I’m getting his book for sure.
This video echoes exactly what I'm currently going through: changing the mindset to strip down to the essentials, pinpoint what's meaningful and important, and maintain a level of productive consistency. This type of content is what changes people's lives. Keep up the phenomenal work!
I use scrap paper from the mail to organize and prioritize a schedule. I update every morning and night. I designate chores to everyone. Everyone gets their own list. They decide when to do it. If it doesn't get done, we try again or designate to someone else. A family requires team effort. I also record one large project per month on a calendar. Indoor projects during the winter and outdoor projects for the summer. I also streamline chores. If I'm cooking in the kitchen, I also do dishes. If I'm walking by, I pick up and put away. I fold my clothes neatly in a pile so that they press each other and I don't have to iron. Rather than a broom and dustpan, I use a swivel sweeper. For dusting, I use a long magnetic wand found online. Taking good care of the little things helps to keep each day running more smoothly.
Greg is currently changing my life! I started less with more in my life and think it's so important for us to understand what actually matters for us in our life everything else outside of that is all noise. My work has been more clear and my days really are intentional.
Am I the only one who' binge watching Matt's podcast? Great work, really inspiring for me. I learned a lot and told all of my friends to listen 🙏 Keep up the good work
My thoughts: 1. It is this peer-comparison driven busyness that's robbing us 2. With success comes more opportunities and if you are not intentional and self honest like a minimalist you'll fall into the trap of "undisciplined pursuit of more" while "disciplined pursuit of less" is what will bring you more success (and in that point success won't even matter to you, living life wil.) 3. If you don't prioritise your life, with hightened awareness on what is a priority, someone else will.
Something practicable I took from this, is multiplying EVERYTHING by 3.14592: how much time something might take to accomplish, how much money it will cost, what to charge for services rendered, how much effort and time you need to put into family and friends to keep them happy... It's worked really wonderfully for me.
Super stuff though! Matt, been watching your podcasts for over an year - killer stuff, it's genuinely helped improve me. Dunno if you're reading this, but thanks anyways :)
This is so good description I am Busy = I am busy with comparison. Thank you. It makes a lot clear when I hear that reaction. I am spiritual and totally not feeling busy anymore. You need this busy as an opposite to feeling relax. Much love. xx
I have had the book on my want to buy list for a number of months as another minimalist channel recommended it. I am not a reader. Thank you Matt for giving us a taste of Greg's book. At various stages of my life I have said "Essential or Non Essential" mainly when I have being shopping with another person. Now I am working with different values which assist me in the choices that I am making. I will buy and I am sure there will be many light bulb moment within the book over many years. For we only pick up ideas based on our level of knowledge, over time this changes.
I love your channel. It's the first time I've found a channel that's not entertainment directed exactly. I find that when I come to your channel, I'm going to have a mindful experience. Maybe it's part of my maturity and I'm searching for more meaningful information from the internet. I don't know, but keep it up I really enjoy the content and I'm sure many others do as well.
I was just talking to my boyfriend about this. I got extremely overwhelmed with wasting my time on RUclips, and other social media platforms, with the "entertainment". Now I find myself looking for things that open my mind. I agree with you completely!
I really apreciated Matt to upload this interview in 30 min but to be honest the 9 min version already packed all the essential point he made and that just wow me how good Matt choices of edditing is
You and Gary Vee literally turned my life upside down few days ago... it’s like I just woke up, went on youtube and found you. It sounds super dramatic, but it’s the truth. I feel like something has been „unlocked” inside of me, and I can’t keep negative thoughts for long anymore, almost as if I’ve got a different filter in me to only keep the positive thoughts! There’s a lot of things I need to work on in terms of myself, but it’s ok because I can see the long term now, so I will find that patience. I’m breaking my „hardwires”, I don’t ever want to go back to it but it’s something I am definitely scared of. I’ve accepted that fear though, so I know it will piss off. The past couple of days have been ridiculously fast for me, but I feel like it has finally slowed down (very weird feeling). In the past couple of days, I have spend more time talking to all kinds of people than I did in probbably the whole MONTH. I am still confused af by this, but like I said I want this to be the REAL me, for the rest of my life. For the first time I can easily say that this IS the real me, and I can finally begin to know myself. I am 22 years old, I am entering the best part of my fucking life, and I wanted to THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart 😭
"If you don't prioritize your life, someone else will." I didn't even realize that that's how I've been living my life. That's probably how most people live their lives; on someone else's time. It's time to change that.
Throughout this entire thing I was just quietly saying “huh” because of how wonderful these points are. I’m going through a lot of introspection these days over my career choice, what’s important to me, and what makes me happy. I’ve realized I’m happiest when I’m not busy. When I have time to breathe and stop to pet a dog on the way home, or try out the forest path at the back of my house, or even just sit at my window and watch the rain. It’s a breath of fresh air to see this video and hear real suggestions on exactly /how/ to be less busy. I love this approach and mindset, thank you for this!
great video! this made me learn a lot about myself & i think i'm getting the book. personal notes from the video: - let conscience be the guide. success is a poor teacher. be discerning. - we're busy bc other people are. hyperconnectivity. - get enough sleep so you can discern properly - if you don't prioritize your life, someone else will. - accept that we are saying no all the time & everybody is. we say no in a compulsive way. say no within yourself. - discipline pursuit of less but better - buffering systems - next level contributions - 3x - there are things that are far more important but less urgent to you. be cautious in pushing those away - aligned: right thing, right time, right reasons, buffer & execute --> interest: if i pursue this, will i still have a buffer? - buffer as key to consistency - patience is active waiting: upper and lower bound of behavior -> bc goal is to do this consistently - impatience drives consistency with the right mindset: "knowing what we know, how can we create buffers, upper and lower bounds?" - know yourself & what you arent -> success -> make decisions from there based on conscience and not your success - non-essentialism: it's over before it begins - exchange value - you can't say everything to everyone: what is your carefully curated message you're trying to share? don't get consumed by the noise. what are you trying to say + impt voice of clarity - more effort ≠ more results - justification for focus: if you believe that some things are more necessary than others, your behaviors will change with it too > not everything has equal value: it's about finding those things with proper value - difficult to overstate the unimportance of everything - trivial many vs vital few: figure those out & build systems to protect them
Bro, this video is fucking amazing. Thank you over and over for creating content that really truly hits home for me. I’m a working mom of 2 kids. 9 + 14. I’m a creator at heart and passion driven. My mind is BUSY, and it often drains the fuck out of me. This 29 minute video provided clarity and honestly I can’t wait to dig deeper and apply essentialism into my life.
This video follows the current concepts found in astrology: From 2018 - 2020, Saturn opposes the Sun. Saturn is in Capricorn. Saturn is a teacher and taskmaster. There will be harsh tests and sacrifice. Adapt yourself to hard work and discipline. Prioritize and take responsibility. Focus on the details. Strategize with a careful, slow, deliberate pace and use your time well. Understand that action has consequence. Be vigilant. Keep promises. Follow rules. Avoid risk and move on. Develop long-term gain from consistent effort. Develop a stable structure that is stronger than before. Create a wise, sturdy foundation that you can keep forever.
Hi Matt I am from South Africa, Cape Town shout out to myself. Just wanted say thank you for all your content. I am mild ADD and simplifying my life and environment is essential to me.
27:45 - Becoming essentialist is like discovering you've lived your whole life in a coal mine, when one day you wake up and realize its a diamond mine. You start to value the little nuggets instead of focusing on volume.
I do like that Essentialism is being explored here in the talk. I am more inclined to Minimalism but I understand it is not for everyone/not easy to adapt. I jam just happy that these two concepts can co-exist like two friends trying to support/criticize one another. :) Thank you.
Lorenzo Santos these things aren’t about which way of life is right, it’s about finding something that gives your life meaning, if that is Minimalism to you, that’s all that matters, but I suppose they are similar in many ways :)
What a coincidence that I just read Greg’s book last month and then Matt does an interview with him. At work, I’m starting to look at what’s essential and organize from there.
I also think the idea of using your stories on instagram/Snapchat and sharing all the positive details of your life its even more "oh i need to do that" Like. Seeing that "oh hey amanda got boba tea for lunch I need that" "oh Rachel did her makeup this morning i should do that" it's gotten to where your not even comparing/judging yourself compared to peoples big life decisions, but to even the small miniscule things that are very unlikely to ever actually matter
Such a quality discussion. I’m so glad people are talking about this... as a mom I have grown so tired of the daily grind and missing out on those moments with my kids that make me feel human. We were not put on this earth just to work work work. If you take the focus off of the unnecessary... refocus to your children; your wife; your husband; your family; nature... things start to make a whole lot more sense.
Essentialism, minimalism, veganism... and so on... It seems to me we are going through a time of trying to rediscover meaning and ground, which has been vacuumed out by a digital existence, heightened consumerism, the loss of religion as well as real human relations. We compartmentalise and define systems of living because it's become hard to be authentic. I wish it wasn't so. I wish I knew the tree still falls even if RUclips isn't there.
It’s actually just a point in time where people live such a privileged existence they can choose how they spend their time, choose to restrict their diet and choose to restrict how much they own. Previously these were simply the constraints of your station in life. People worked sun up to sun down, time was spent doing essential jobs because they were all related to either the production of food or money to buy the actual essentials and you ate whatever was there. Nowadays we spend a lot of time thinking about this stuff because we have the luxury of pondering the meaning of our existence.
"Less but better, less but with more ambition." I love this concept! Because of you Matt, I'm embracing minimalism and working towards a more focused and intentional life. Thank you for everything, keep inspiring people!
I am retired and can become very bored. I worked my whole adult life except for six years when my children were little and I worked part time. With being retired, I wish to keep my time unscheduled so when my husband (who is also retired) wants to go to our lake home, I am free to go. Or if my grandchildren need to be babysat, I am available to babysit for them. So when not at the lake house, or not babysitting, I can become bored and and a bit depressed. I no longer have the problem of being too busy. 🤷♀️. I am a minimalist and last year started wearing the same three leggings snd six or seven tunics all week. Then do a load off laundry Che a week ten wearing those same items of clothing the next week. No one seems to have no the same clothing each week. I could cut back on the clothing that I use. I have gotten rid of half of my wardrobe and am continuing to cut down the amount of items in my closet. I have cut back on the kick knacks in my home and just have a few pictures and a few items that are special to me that sit out in my home. I have a large home and several bedrooms that are not used. My sun moved back home and his sons are now live with us half the week. So some rooms are being used now but I am still ready to downsize. I still feel burdened by the large home and acreage. My husband and I are in our late 60s and I feel that it would be nice to own less and have no mortgage. My husband doesn’t seem to be ready for that. Someday, maybe we can accomplish true minimalism.
The best part about ur videos on RUclips is that, you provide quality stuff even here and don’t reserve important information merely for ur patreon account. U truly value providing quality to everyone. 👍🏼💫
Couldn't appreciate your videos more, Matt. The habit-tracker is set right beside me. Two heavy packages full of unnecessary stuff are right behind me, wating for getting lost. And yeah, I also learn English by these great podcasts :D
A saying I keep in my bible is, “not every opportunity is my assignment.” I have tried to live by this for a few years. I loved the story of the grandfather who wrote a book for 50 years one sentence a day.
is there anyone comfortable sitting silently and seeing the world with your mouth shut? its amazing how therapeutic non talking days are. i realize it could be impractical and possibly stress inducing, but there is a wealth of discovery in silence.
Pick and choose to avoid overwhelming the mind but learn to be in stillness as it helps us to reboot. Take on what you can and timing is great tip. I took double the time and summers off to get college recent degree looking back no regrets because family and friends didn’t get neglected, paid as I went, and now we got this pandemic! We can learn a lot by going to an estate sale, all the material goals aren’t much of value...it’s the way you spent the time you had and relationships you maintain. Ultimately ,we need to know what we are investing our time into, that it’s something you don’t regret when sitting in that old timers rocking chair or deathbed.
Can I just stop and say. I felt all of this. I’ve just gotten “hijacked” at work for leaving early . Mind you I get paid hourly and was told ( in the past) i can come and go as I please .. Now there are times where I sit at my desk and will be promised work but get no work on my desk. It’s insane. I now spend hours at work essentially keeping up the appearance of working while not working when I could be at home being productive reading is prepping for law school which Is why I got the job I have now in the first place.. to save and prep. Whhheeew I needed this video and to get that off my chest!
@@thefertilemind its from a game, CoD advanced warfare. There was a mission where you'd had to press F to pray respects to a fallen one. Hence the meme.
Great video, great content, thanks a lot! I think it's very interesting how he says "If non-essentialism is working for someone, keep doing it!". That's a great example of how self help should be. I've been working myself into a depression for a long time and have discovered essentialism and minimalism to live my life better, but that doesn't have to mean it works for everyone. Not everyone may have a problem building meaningful relationships and living a happy life that way. And that's what makes it truly great. He's not pushing his agenda in your life; he's just giving your mind a shove in the right direction.
I literally began reading his Essentialism book by today and now my favorite RUclipsr uploads an in-depth interview with him... That's so sick! 😁 Big ups Matt, all the love from an 18-year-old Dutch music guy 🖐
Came across this at the point of breaking down from studies really make me question my way of doing my studies. Matt’s video has helped me from financial management to be productive. Thank you so much for being and inspiration!
I’ve watched nearly every one of your videos, but this is by far the one that struck me the most and led to this: My first ever RUclips comment. Realizing you’re in a diamond mine and not a coal mine? Absolutely brilliant. Thanks so much for creating this video, Matt. And thank you, Greg, for spreading such a necessary - some might even say “essential” - message!
Great content. The very iconic thing is that I thought I am having difficulty to say no, for example to online information because I think they could be potentially useful. However, I did say no with no problem at all to the things in my life that I know it is important for sure.
Awesome interview. Book ordered. Also, at the risk of being called a fanboy, the thing that I identified with about Gary Vaynerchuk (mentioned at 7:38) is that he encourages people to do what gives them happiness. Whether it be working more or blocking out family time or time to do something else. If you are happy with the results you are getting putting in less work then it is great, if not then I guess working more would be an option. Maybe self-awareness plays a big role as it will help us prioritize better. Again, not trying to promote Gary but it makes sense practically. PS: Thanks for 2 videos in a week. Always awaiting your content.
3:30- “We’re busy because other people are busy.”
*Feels the proverbial wind created by these words slap me across the face*
Sean Edwards I can relate!
This is completely the reality of today! I feel that sometimes we pursue the "success" of others, rather than pursuing our own success.
@@epochstories So true. Much of what is out there that we "want" is really to impress others, not make ourselves happy. We *THINK* that will do it, but it never does.
@@smeddy7854 exactly! Success is subjective. If someone is much happier working in a supermarket rather than having a big company and earn a lot of money, who am I to question that? Pursue what makes you happy, not what makes others happy
Totally - for 2 years I've been working in a job that alot of people look down on yet I'm my own boss, answer to no-one, can and will raise my prices when it's necessary, take holidays when I want, am flexible with my hours, have so much spare time and at the end of the day I solve people's problems and make a difference in people's lives - in fact, I get a kick out of doing something so completely against the grain of what's considered a 'valued job' in society yet feel so much contentment and inner peace I couldn't give a rats ass if I am judged by anyone for the work that I do! This has taught me to just live you're own life @@epochstories
“If you don’t prioritize your life, someone else will.”
yeah, great one!
@Improve Now Pat Firstly, having enough breathing space to figure out what 'prioritizing your life looks like'
Meaning, someone will help you prioritize your life?
John Jehl this was an absolute gem! I was driving and scream “woooooo” when Greg said that.
Keep it up
"It's difficult to overstate the unimportance of practically everything"
That's a truth bomb right there.
@Improve Now Pat to me, just things that I hear myself and others wine about.
@@wazzupbeckham timestamp
Mic 🎤 drop
28:10. (Note: Greg acknowledges borrowing the quote.)
My notes from this interview
"Greg writer of essentialist
"1.If you don't prioritize your life someone else will do it,
2.Busy but not productive
3.We are busy Beacuse other people are busy
4.It's not about getting more, it's about getting the right things.
5.Practically we are saying no to so many things but we resist to say the word "no"
6.Surely unexpected things will come out
7.Don't take Beacuse it's good
8.Don't take Beacuse you can
Make sure the right things for the right time for the right reason
9.Will I have buffer for my other projects...?
10.Small amount for long term of life, consistency
11. What I want from social media, what's the exchange value
12. No one can say everything to everyone
13. More efforts does not always correlate to more results
14. Justification for slow down...
Few things are exceptionally valuable, most other things are noise, then you will automatically, spontaneously, naturally start changing your behavior. "
Thanks mate...it was helpful
12. I think Dan Pena can.
Thank you for compiling this list dude :)
Dr. Tariq Ramadan Thank you so much!😁
Thank you for sharing!
*- Food on the table*
*- Bed to sleep on*
*- Moving the body*
*- Creating free TIME*
That last one I need to conquer.
It’s not all. I’d add learning to say no.
Bryan de Sá Id prefer to work on saying yes to things I truly want to do and have put thought into most of the time, but good point.
I feel you bro!!
O'ssien, I know how to say " hell no". It's crystal clear.
I'm 75% done with Greg's book "essentialism". And preparing a for a big talk with my manager about creating clearer and more essential goals.
Thank you Greg and Matt!
Hosam Dahrooge hows the book going? Worth it?
@@adyl3236 It's great I'm planning to finish it today. Just be ready to read/hear the word "essential" many, many... many times :D
@@samdahrooge5847 i also finished the book today, congrats to us i guess.
That's just terrific Hosam!
@Travis Austin Yes I thoroughly enjoyed it. It revolves more around work/life balance, and around the concept of "less but better" by saying no to the nonessentials and focusing on what really matters.
Watching Matt is essential every week.
Haha for me too ✓
It really is, though! He's one of the few RUclips channels that I try to watch every video. Every single one is top-notch quality.
@@beaishere9927 And food for a living soul's way to living at their best and at it's fullest extent
*It’s not about getting more done, it’s about getting the RIGHT things done... Learn the difference between the trivial many vs the vital few and life will become naturally better. I recently* *made an animated video on Essentialism, i wonder what you all think?*
This!
What is the point of doing more when all of that extra effort isn't focused towards the right things?
Took me so long to realize this but when I did, it changed my perspective on what needs to get done and what I think I want to get done
I'll check it out
@@ofekhershko7448 thanks! let me know what you think
Hmm... A surefire fine tune in the top noggin for sure, I've always pretty much percieved getting more done as being most important but not really have I quite put a finger on focusing on not "all" of which really matters in life for first and foremost, but the "few" for which really matters in life for me in every "current" moment that I come to encounter
I bet if there was a counter that showed the level of appreciation per subscriber for each channel, Matt's rating would be in the top 2% of all of RUclips. At least. 💙
For sure.
definetly
He’s definitely at least in the top 1% in terms of subscribers right now...just think about it
yess
I worked part-time throughout my entire career. I just learned to go without. Saved lots of money. Comfortably retired. Really enjoyed my time off and still do.
I do the same!
Thanks for sharing. Somehow I feel comforted knowing there are others who have done this and it’s not just wishful thinking. Anything is possible with the right mindset and execution
I am only 18 and I feel with a lot of young people we use objects to occupy and entertain to distract from fear. I think a lot of us know the weight that is on our shoulders to do better because of the current state of OUR planet and the repercussions we will have to face as opposed to older generations who won't. A lot of us are afraid and want distraction, we don't want to engage with reality. I am so guilty of this because the alternative seems so frightening, staring the beast in the face instead of relying on the temporary comfort of more.
I'm 17 and totally identify with what you said
Agree
Face the beast and show other people how to do it. Be that role model who inspires other people. Use your values as a guide and essentialism as a way to enhance the experience. Go forward with confidence.
You know the beast is there but you choose to turn your back to it. The beast is still behind you, breathing down your neck. What do you choose, a life of fear and ignorance, or a life where you do the best you can with what you are given? I am 27 and I feel the same, life can be overwhelming and sometimes we feel like turning our backs to the problems will make them go away. This feeling is not age related. It's how our minds work to help us cope, but it's just a temporary fix. We still have to look the beast in the eye and fight it eventually so why not slowly turn each day and get ready to deal with it? It's difficult and uncomfortable but small steps are better than no steps, just like we heard in this video.
Note to young people: the world has been in MUCH worse shape, politically and yes, environmentally. Don't let people with an agenda scare you (and teachers - leave the kids alone). Be rational. Be happy.
I became a minimalist about two years ago. I've noticed that my human connections have fallen off. Background- I find that I can live most of my life commuting on my electric motorcycle with everything I need in my backpack. I never go shopping except for food. I'm spending more time outdoors exercising (city bike). I've quit watching television, except for some sporting events.
I have met resistance and a loss of connectedness. I'm not part of the watercooler conversations at work- what was on television this week, bitching about the price of petrol, etc. Friends and family struggle to find something to talk to you about. Gift giving holidays are a struggle. Friends, family, coworkers think I'm antisocial. You just have less things that connect to other people because you're not talking about the things you've taken out of your daily orbit that are still in theirs without them feeling as though your are completely uninterested in waht interests them or being judgemental. Is this normal and how do you stay connected?
Bump!!!
I know this is an old comment but I am EXACTLY the same. I am vegan, minimalist and now into zero waste. I’m so different from everyone and don’t feel like I’m interested in the same things and conversations I used to be. I’m lucky to be married to an amazing man who gets me.
Just listen in to their convos to pick up news from TV and pick up on local complaints and then repeat their opinions to others
This is a very good point. I an not nearly as far into my essentialism journey and I often have that problem.
I think that family often thinks I’m odd because I don’t value the same things instead I try to focus on one relationship at a time. I explain that I don’t want to clutter my time and energy with what does not bring me joy then I ask the question of why do they? I hear a lot of excuses but it is always that hamster wheel
1 thing I noticed after coming home to normal life, after 5 months of travelling and back packing was how life became too busy, too many plans, too many bills, too many decisions to make everyday and it was a lot of effort to slow down and make it less busy. Having that time of quiet or slowness is the most wonderful thing, most happiest for me too. Thx for the video 😍
"If you don't prioritize you life, someone else will" - great lesson. So simple, but many of us live their life totally opposite...
Matt: *uploads a video on Thursday!*
Me: OMG! 2 VIDEOS OF MATT IN A WEEK! THIS IS BETTER THAN CHRISTMAS!!!!
happiness is underated.
👇how many Easter eggs I will eat today
@Hussein Naji We all know her very very well ;)
#100
#gains
Jimmy Kite good luck
Hussein Naji , it’s humor. Learn the concept
I’m 19 minutes in and already know I’ll be listening to this on repeat. So many quotes to tattoo to my forehead. 😆 Thank you for sharing this Matt!
What are some of your favorites?
Insane idea but so popular to talk that way.
“I’ll rest when I’m dead” I think this statement could be so detrimental. I do believe in today’s world people are busy in pursing financial gain for happiness for example. Financial gain is something that will never cease. Therefore, if we keep linking happiness to something that never ceases; we will never ever be happy or ever stop being busy in being busy. Another great share Matt 👍🏾
Sincerely Yoann Did you consider that chasing something that never ceases makes many people’s lives feel like it has value. I will always be busy in being busy but it’s not something I would be unhappy about. The chase is what makes life so thrilling and without the chase, I become dull and depressed. The “I’ll rest when I’m dead” is kinda stupid tbh 😂 I’m getting my daily 10 hours every night. I actually want to live until my 80’s.
Sami Amor Thank you for the other narrative, I guess it’s within us humans to always occupy ourselves. I guess the question is what is too much busy-ness, where do you draw the line? Oh I’m sure your 10 hours sleep periods will grant you longevity in life pass your 80’s even 😂
Essencialism is also finding the best way to send the message! No word is being wasted!! This is deep and meaningful!! Thanks, Matt and Greg!!!
Throughout my entire life I’ve tried to engage in as many activities as I could. There’s just not enough time to dedicate to each thing. I now realize the importance of slowing down and focusing on essentials.
3:11 "We are in a stage of opinion overload" ...True
Definitely! Sometimes, I feel like people are too quick to speak out on their own opinions or experiences and will forget that we have the right to choose for ourselves. If we want to live a life that's more meaningful to us personally, we have to stand firm in our own rights and realize it's okay to say no or that you disagree (but of course, do it in a way that's respectful).
That struck me too! So on point
"Every technology is a good slave and a poor master."
Word.
Thanks for it
Bought his book yesterday after leaving the psychiatrist's appointment exactly because I'm in a time of life that I have no time for me. Each page of the book and every minute of this interview are helping me change my mindset. Thank you for your work and for appearing for me on RUclips at the right time!
"Patience is not passive, on the contrary, it is a concentrated strength." -- Bruce Lee
Matt, Thank you for putting part of this interview on your channel! I am not able to be a patron right now and Appreciate being able to benefit from part of the talk here :) Such a cool discussion! Keep up the awesome work! 👍
‘So busy’ for 20+ years resulted in such ill health I have been stopped in my tracks and no longer value ‘busy’ or the things ‘busy’ allowed me to possess. Thank you for this excellent post. Love the book. Love your work Matt. Keep it up. It’s a shame I had to get ill to reset my priorities but in a weird way I’m thankful for the experience. At least I learnt it in time to appreciate my new found life.
Thank you for this ♡ we jumped off grid 2015 and sold everything ... as we've built our home out here it's been mindful "less but better" .... freedom to us is choice.... choosing how we live.
Good stuff ♡
Housewife In The Woods love this! we did something similar 10 years ago! Sold everything in our 2000 sq ft home and into a 180 sq ft RV to travel. Once we settled back down (after 4 years) we were so deliberate about what we bought and brought into our space. “Have nothing in your home you don’t know to be useful or find to be beautiful.” That quote was our motto and it served us well in curating the things in our home. ❤️
one thing not directly addressed is the emphasis on Pausing. its important to pause. to think, to plan. to deliberate and weigh the options. Pausing then, is vital to saying no, vital to being conscious and aware of yourself, your priorities, needs and wants.
with electronic media always around us, available, our thoughts never allowed to process, too busy trying to input more info. we adapt and react to our surroundings, which distort them. quietness and solitude is needed to find your own voice.
SteveAkaGoatpile So true! Thank you for stating it so well.
“How to not have those [non-essential] projects in the first place.”
My work life in a nutshell! I’m made to waste SO much time on BS, and I’m too mentally exhausted to get to the essential things. I work under the supreme micro-manager, forcing certain employees to duplicate & triplicate the same non-essential work again and again. “Do the research. Do more research. Do the interview. Write a report about the interview. Give weekly status updates. Have five meetings about the updates. Answer multiple phone calls from three different “leaders”, all telling you something slightly different. Type updates into this system that wasn’t designed to handle such content. Write summary reports about all the individual reports....”
Meanwhile, my actual JOB has nothing to do with interviews, meetings, and reports; I’m supposed to be doing forensics.
I need a new job.
Most jobs are like yours. I am a teacher and believe it or not we have to write so many papers, daily plans...registers, you have to write evth on paper and into the schools online page. Then you have to prepare to deal with the student , the lesson and evth else....
Try to experience new things you will find your way, all the best for future ❤
Really great stuff, thank you for doing what you do.
Needed to hear this especially during a time where everyone is racing to do more more more.
For sure.
One of my friends and I are both involved in community work. We usually check in with each other weekly to see what's on the "community calendar," i.e. stuff we should go to, and we only go to select events that really matter. All the other stuff, we skip, and we've gotten really good at it!!!
Shelia Huggins That’s great! My brothers and I have recently decided since we really don’t see each other too often even though we live together to do the weekly grocery shopping together. It’s not something huge, but taking time to both gets things done together every Friday both brings us closer since we’re spending time together and also getting stuff together. We feel more like a team that way. It’s not huge, but it’s one of my favorite times during the week. Plus they’re the only ones I can really talk about investing and minimalism with.
There is a fine line between not taking too many projects on and not taking ANY projects on. In a world of social media and digital connection we not only have comparisons that make us want to work harder, but these platforms also serve as a means of distraction and procrastination.
“We have to shape our digital tools before they shape us.” - Andrew Keen
I can’t imagine that we haven’t missed that window of opportunity long ago...sadly. Our economy, social structure, even recreation, are all influencially framed by technology to a degree that separating from them now would be a monumental course correction :/
I was introduced to the Essentialism book from this interview, and it was a great read. The essentialist mindset but constantly trapped in our normal day to day chaos is an every day struggle!
Very much recommend reading Essentialism.
Changed my life.
I have the opposite problem, instead of being busy, i am not busy enough but its hard to find motivation
well i think that's also because you have a lot on your mind that it almost becomes a paradox of decisions. for example I may wake up for the day and think of all the possible things I can do but i don't realize that my mind has become a paradox of decisions and I've wasted half of my day already.
“We are now in a state of opinion overload...” no doubt!! Actions are what matter and quality of life- not the hustle or grind. I’ve learned this the hard way but glad I learned it. Once you see it - you see how people fall for MLM’s...everything is so fake and so shallow in that mindset. Always striving, trying and working to get ahead- I realized this was not the life I wanted anymore. I just want peace, contentment and living on purpose. Minimalism and and essentialism naturally followed as well as deepened spirituality. Great interview and insight - I’m getting his book for sure.
This video + coffee = my morning essentials 😊
You and I both!
:)
make sure you're not just living vicariously through these people!
Matt 's videos are my breakfast... and my lullaby
This video echoes exactly what I'm currently going through: changing the mindset to strip down to the essentials, pinpoint what's meaningful and important, and maintain a level of productive consistency.
This type of content is what changes people's lives. Keep up the phenomenal work!
I use scrap paper from the mail to organize and prioritize a schedule. I update every morning and night.
I designate chores to everyone. Everyone gets their own list. They decide when to do it. If it doesn't get done, we try again or designate to someone else. A family requires team effort.
I also record one large project per month on a calendar. Indoor projects during the winter and outdoor projects for the summer.
I also streamline chores. If I'm cooking in the kitchen, I also do dishes. If I'm walking by, I pick up and put away. I fold my clothes neatly in a pile so that they press each other and I don't have to iron. Rather than a broom and dustpan, I use a swivel sweeper. For dusting, I use a long magnetic wand found online.
Taking good care of the little things helps to keep each day running more smoothly.
Greg is currently changing my life! I started less with more in my life and think it's so important for us to understand what actually matters for us in our life everything else outside of that is all noise. My work has been more clear and my days really are intentional.
Matt, you let others speak and you listen to well. What a great show! Informative, to the point, just great.
This is exactly what I needed to watch today. Been feeling this way for some time now
Am I the only one who' binge watching Matt's podcast? Great work, really inspiring for me. I learned a lot and told all of my friends to listen 🙏 Keep up the good work
You should create space between podcasts to really have time to think about what was said. Even if it's just a few minutes of contemplating.
@@Ryo_Lab Totally agree with this, I should be doing that, but I'm also planning on watching them again when I need some guidance
@@lwsarahdavis 😁
@@Arrdei oh well guess that works too haha
My thoughts:
1. It is this peer-comparison driven busyness that's robbing us
2. With success comes more opportunities and if you are not intentional and self honest like a minimalist you'll fall into the trap of "undisciplined pursuit of more" while "disciplined pursuit of less" is what will bring you more success (and in that point success won't even matter to you, living life wil.)
3. If you don't prioritise your life, with hightened awareness on what is a priority, someone else will.
He is SPOT ON here. Everyone needs to listen to this.
Something practicable I took from this, is multiplying EVERYTHING by 3.14592: how much time something might take to accomplish, how much money it will cost, what to charge for services rendered, how much effort and time you need to put into family and friends to keep them happy... It's worked really wonderfully for me.
Hmmmm. I was taught double the number and use the next unit of measure. Example: 1 day means 2 weeks. 5 minutes means 10 hours lol
Super stuff though!
Matt, been watching your podcasts for over an year - killer stuff, it's genuinely helped improve me.
Dunno if you're reading this, but thanks anyways :)
I am. Thank you.
This is so good description I am Busy = I am busy with comparison. Thank you. It makes a lot clear when I hear that reaction. I am spiritual and totally not feeling busy anymore. You need this busy as an opposite to feeling relax. Much love. xx
I have had the book on my want to buy list for a number of months as another minimalist channel recommended it. I am not a reader. Thank you Matt for giving us a taste of Greg's book. At various stages of my life I have said "Essential or Non Essential" mainly when I have being shopping with another person. Now I am working with different values which assist me in the choices that I am making. I will buy and I am sure there will be many light bulb moment within the book over many years. For we only pick up ideas based on our level of knowledge, over time this changes.
I love your channel. It's the first time I've found a channel that's not entertainment directed exactly. I find that when I come to your channel, I'm going to have a mindful experience. Maybe it's part of my maturity and I'm searching for more meaningful information from the internet. I don't know, but keep it up I really enjoy the content and I'm sure many others do as well.
I was just talking to my boyfriend about this. I got extremely overwhelmed with wasting my time on RUclips, and other social media platforms, with the "entertainment". Now I find myself looking for things that open my mind. I agree with you completely!
SAME!!!
So simple but yet so awesome
I really apreciated Matt to upload this interview in 30 min but to be honest the 9 min version already packed all the essential point he made and that just wow me how good Matt choices of edditing is
I couldn’t sleep. I remembered this great video and here I am. Again. Love it.
You and Gary Vee literally turned my life upside down few days ago... it’s like I just woke up, went on youtube and found you. It sounds super dramatic, but it’s the truth.
I feel like something has been „unlocked” inside of me, and I can’t keep negative thoughts for long anymore, almost as if I’ve got a different filter in me to only keep the positive thoughts!
There’s a lot of things I need to work on in terms of myself, but it’s ok because I can see the long term now, so I will find that patience.
I’m breaking my „hardwires”, I don’t ever want to go back to it but it’s something I am definitely scared of. I’ve accepted that fear though, so I know it will piss off.
The past couple of days have been ridiculously fast for me, but I feel like it has finally slowed down (very weird feeling).
In the past couple of days, I have spend more time talking to all kinds of people than I did in probbably the whole MONTH. I am still confused af by this, but like I said I want this to be the REAL me, for the rest of my life. For the first time I can easily say that this IS the real me, and I can finally begin to know myself.
I am 22 years old, I am entering the best part of my fucking life, and I wanted to THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart 😭
"If you don't prioritize your life, someone else will."
I didn't even realize that that's how I've been living my life. That's probably how most people live their lives; on someone else's time. It's time to change that.
I just want to say that you make the highest quality videos!!! The way you incorporate music, narrative into your content.
Throughout this entire thing I was just quietly saying “huh” because of how wonderful these points are. I’m going through a lot of introspection these days over my career choice, what’s important to me, and what makes me happy. I’ve realized I’m happiest when I’m not busy. When I have time to breathe and stop to pet a dog on the way home, or try out the forest path at the back of my house, or even just sit at my window and watch the rain. It’s a breath of fresh air to see this video and hear real suggestions on exactly /how/ to be less busy. I love this approach and mindset, thank you for this!
great video! this made me learn a lot about myself & i think i'm getting the book.
personal notes from the video:
- let conscience be the guide. success is a poor teacher. be discerning.
- we're busy bc other people are. hyperconnectivity.
- get enough sleep so you can discern properly
- if you don't prioritize your life, someone else will.
- accept that we are saying no all the time & everybody is. we say no in a compulsive way. say no within yourself.
- discipline pursuit of less but better
- buffering systems
- next level contributions
- 3x
- there are things that are far more important but less urgent to you. be cautious in pushing those away
- aligned: right thing, right time, right reasons, buffer & execute --> interest: if i pursue this, will i still have a buffer?
- buffer as key to consistency
- patience is active waiting: upper and lower bound of behavior -> bc goal is to do this consistently
- impatience drives consistency with the right mindset: "knowing what we know, how can we create buffers, upper and lower bounds?"
- know yourself & what you arent -> success -> make decisions from there based on conscience and not your success
- non-essentialism: it's over before it begins
- exchange value
- you can't say everything to everyone: what is your carefully curated message you're trying to share? don't get consumed by the noise. what are you trying to say + impt voice of clarity
- more effort ≠ more results
- justification for focus: if you believe that some things are more necessary than others, your behaviors will change with it too > not everything has equal value: it's about finding those things with proper value
- difficult to overstate the unimportance of everything
- trivial many vs vital few: figure those out & build systems to protect them
I’ve known Greg for over 20 years. He’s an amazing thinker and teacher. Glad the two of you have crossed paths.
Bro, this video is fucking amazing. Thank you over and over for creating content that really truly hits home for me.
I’m a working mom of 2 kids. 9 + 14. I’m a creator at heart and passion driven. My mind is BUSY, and it often drains the fuck out of me.
This 29 minute video provided clarity and honestly I can’t wait to dig deeper and apply essentialism into my life.
I get to read his book at least twice a year just to stay on track. 😂 Seriously, it’s been one of the most life-changing books I’ve ever read.
That's so great to hear!
@@mckeownization Oh Greg. I'm going all 12 year old girl right now. #myherojustrepliedtome #playitcoolTara 😂
This video follows the current concepts found in astrology:
From 2018 - 2020, Saturn opposes the Sun. Saturn is in Capricorn. Saturn is a teacher and taskmaster. There will be harsh tests and sacrifice. Adapt yourself to hard work and discipline. Prioritize and take responsibility. Focus on the details. Strategize with a careful, slow, deliberate pace and use your time well.
Understand that action has consequence. Be vigilant. Keep promises. Follow rules. Avoid risk and move on.
Develop long-term gain from consistent effort. Develop a stable structure that is stronger than before. Create a wise, sturdy foundation that you can keep forever.
This is one of the best videos you've made! Thank you so much! I love your content.
Hi Matt
I am from South Africa, Cape Town shout out to myself. Just wanted say thank you for all your content. I am mild ADD and simplifying my life and environment is essential to me.
27:45 - Becoming essentialist is like discovering you've lived your whole life in a coal mine, when one day you wake up and realize its a diamond mine. You start to value the little nuggets instead of focusing on volume.
I do like that Essentialism is being explored here in the talk. I am more inclined to Minimalism but I understand it is not for everyone/not easy to adapt.
I jam just happy that these two concepts can co-exist like two friends trying to support/criticize one another. :) Thank you.
Lorenzo Santos these things aren’t about which way of life is right, it’s about finding something that gives your life meaning, if that is Minimalism to you, that’s all that matters, but I suppose they are similar in many ways :)
“Real Patience is Purposeful Waiting, Active Waiting”
Exactly patience is must ❤
What a coincidence that I just read Greg’s book last month and then Matt does an interview with him. At work, I’m starting to look at what’s essential and organize from there.
I also think the idea of using your stories on instagram/Snapchat and sharing all the positive details of your life its even more "oh i need to do that"
Like. Seeing that "oh hey amanda got boba tea for lunch I need that" "oh Rachel did her makeup this morning i should do that" it's gotten to where your not even comparing/judging yourself compared to peoples big life decisions, but to even the small miniscule things that are very unlikely to ever actually matter
Such a quality discussion. I’m so glad people are talking about this... as a mom I have grown so tired of the daily grind and missing out on those moments with my kids that make me feel human. We were not put on this earth just to work work work. If you take the focus off of the unnecessary... refocus to your children; your wife; your husband; your family; nature... things start to make a whole lot more sense.
Essentialism, minimalism, veganism... and so on... It seems to me we are going through a time of trying to rediscover meaning and ground, which has been vacuumed out by a digital existence, heightened consumerism, the loss of religion as well as real human relations. We compartmentalise and define systems of living because it's become hard to be authentic. I wish it wasn't so. I wish I knew the tree still falls even if RUclips isn't there.
It’s actually just a point in time where people live such a privileged existence they can choose how they spend their time, choose to restrict their diet and choose to restrict how much they own. Previously these were simply the constraints of your station in life. People worked sun up to sun down, time was spent doing essential jobs because they were all related to either the production of food or money to buy the actual essentials and you ate whatever was there. Nowadays we spend a lot of time thinking about this stuff because we have the luxury of pondering the meaning of our existence.
And it's not that bad.
We can choose what we want to do and how. We make our own rules.
"Less but better, less but with more ambition." I love this concept! Because of you Matt, I'm embracing minimalism and working towards a more focused and intentional life. Thank you for everything, keep inspiring people!
Watching your videos is like adding value in my day ❤
"Undisciplined success is a recipe for failure..." Truth.
I am retired and can become very bored. I worked my whole adult life except for six years when my children were little and I worked part time. With being retired, I wish to keep my time unscheduled so when my husband (who is also retired) wants to go to our lake home, I am free to go. Or if my grandchildren need to be babysat, I am available to babysit for them. So when not at the lake house, or not babysitting, I can become bored and and a bit depressed. I no longer have the problem of being too busy. 🤷♀️. I am a minimalist and last year started wearing the same three leggings snd six or seven tunics all week. Then do a load off laundry Che a week ten wearing those same items of clothing the next week. No one seems to have no the same clothing each week. I could cut back on the clothing that I use. I have gotten rid of half of my wardrobe and am continuing to cut down the amount of items in my closet. I have cut back on the kick knacks in my home and just have a few pictures and a few items that are special to me that sit out in my home. I have a large home and several bedrooms that are not used. My sun moved back home and his sons are now live with us half the week. So some rooms are being used now but I am still ready to downsize. I still feel burdened by the large home and acreage. My husband and I are in our late 60s and I feel that it would be nice to own less and have no mortgage. My husband doesn’t seem to be ready for that. Someday, maybe we can accomplish true minimalism.
The best part about ur videos on RUclips is that, you provide quality stuff even here and don’t reserve important information merely for ur patreon account. U truly value providing quality to everyone. 👍🏼💫
Couldn't appreciate your videos more, Matt.
The habit-tracker is set right beside me.
Two heavy packages full of unnecessary stuff are right behind me, wating for getting lost.
And yeah, I also learn English by these great podcasts :D
A saying I keep in my bible is, “not every opportunity is my assignment.” I have tried to live by this for a few years. I loved the story of the grandfather who wrote a book for 50 years one sentence a day.
is there anyone comfortable sitting silently and seeing the world with your mouth shut? its amazing how therapeutic non talking days are. i realize it could be impractical and possibly stress inducing, but there is a wealth of discovery in silence.
Pick and choose to avoid overwhelming the mind but learn to be in stillness as it helps us to reboot. Take on what you can and timing is great tip. I took double the time and summers off to get college recent degree looking back no regrets because family and friends didn’t get neglected, paid as I went, and now we got this pandemic!
We can learn a lot by going to an estate sale, all the material goals aren’t much of value...it’s the way you spent the time you had and relationships you maintain. Ultimately ,we need to know what we are investing our time into, that it’s something you don’t regret when sitting in that old timers rocking chair or deathbed.
You must have really liked Greg's philosophy to feature him so much lately.
Thanks for the edited version of the interview too!
simple takes more than we thought it would be. but Matt always show it right.
What I took home from this video: Essentialism builds upon the Pareto Principle: Prioritizing the vital few over the trivial many.
Can I just stop and say. I felt all of this. I’ve just gotten “hijacked” at work for leaving early . Mind you I get paid hourly and was told ( in the past) i can come and go as I please .. Now there are times where I sit at my desk and will be promised work but get no work on my desk. It’s insane. I now spend hours at work essentially keeping up the appearance of working while not working when I could be at home being productive reading is prepping for law school which Is why I got the job I have now in the first place.. to save and prep. Whhheeew I needed this video and to get that off my chest!
The best part is that there are exactly zero ads in this entire 30-minute video. Thank you, Matt.
In a world of competition and one upmanship, a RUclipsr like u is really needed.
you're awesome for making this super long video,
I've been exploring essentialism since you introduced me to it.
It's life changing, thank you so much
The lighting and video quality of this video is incredible.
First, but as a minimalist, I say: *F*
Then you'll be paying respects
you should have said "First, but as a minimalist, I say: 1st"
F uck?
@@thefertilemind its from a game, CoD advanced warfare. There was a mission where you'd had to press F to pray respects to a fallen one. Hence the meme.
@@flyingeekhoorn1692 Haha cool
Great video, great content, thanks a lot!
I think it's very interesting how he says "If non-essentialism is working for someone, keep doing it!".
That's a great example of how self help should be. I've been working myself into a depression for a long time
and have discovered essentialism and minimalism to live my life better, but that doesn't have to mean it works
for everyone. Not everyone may have a problem building meaningful relationships and living a happy life that way.
And that's what makes it truly great. He's not pushing his agenda in your life; he's just giving your mind a shove in
the right direction.
Woah Matt, you scared me with a double upload. I thought it was Tuesday again and I have finals coming 😂😂🔥
I literally began reading his Essentialism book by today and now my favorite RUclipsr uploads an in-depth interview with him... That's so sick! 😁 Big ups Matt, all the love from an 18-year-old Dutch music guy 🖐
Came across this at the point of breaking down from studies really make me question my way of doing my studies. Matt’s video has helped me from financial management to be productive. Thank you so much for being and inspiration!
I have couple of months starting search and know about English language 😬 and I get this Chanel very useful thanks 👍
His book changed my life. Nice to see this interview. Thank you.
I’ve watched nearly every one of your videos, but this is by far the one that struck me the most and led to this: My first ever RUclips comment. Realizing you’re in a diamond mine and not a coal mine? Absolutely brilliant. Thanks so much for creating this video, Matt. And thank you, Greg, for spreading such a necessary - some might even say “essential” - message!
Great content. The very iconic thing is that I thought I am having difficulty to say no, for example to online information because I think they could be potentially useful. However, I did say no with no problem at all to the things in my life that I know it is important for sure.
It's all about priorities, focus and choice. You can't do everything or have everything. You've got to choose.
Absolutely brilliant question you asked about social media for building personal brand. Thank you Matt.
Awesome interview. Book ordered.
Also, at the risk of being called a fanboy, the thing that I identified with about Gary Vaynerchuk (mentioned at 7:38) is that he encourages people to do what gives them happiness. Whether it be working more or blocking out family time or time to do something else. If you are happy with the results you are getting putting in less work then it is great, if not then I guess working more would be an option. Maybe self-awareness plays a big role as it will help us prioritize better. Again, not trying to promote Gary but it makes sense practically.
PS: Thanks for 2 videos in a week. Always awaiting your content.
Currently reading his book, Essentialism, and it woke me up in a couple areas of my life. Glad you could have him in your channel :)))