3:30- “We’re busy because other people are busy.” *Feels the proverbial wind created by these words slap me across the face*

@andreassandstrom5101

5 жыл бұрын

Sean Edwards I can relate!

@epochstories

5 жыл бұрын

This is completely the reality of today! I feel that sometimes we pursue the "success" of others, rather than pursuing our own success.

@smeddy7854

5 жыл бұрын

@@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.

@epochstories

5 жыл бұрын

@@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

@user-dq2ym1nn9k

5 жыл бұрын

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.”

@QuistJam

5 жыл бұрын

yeah, great one!

@gethteddy

5 жыл бұрын

@Improve Now Pat Firstly, having enough breathing space to figure out what 'prioritizing your life looks like'

@itconsgenio

5 жыл бұрын

Meaning, someone will help you prioritize your life?

@RaulSupreme

5 жыл бұрын

John Jehl this was an absolute gem! I was driving and scream “woooooo” when Greg said that.

@yout1411

5 жыл бұрын

Keep it up

"It's difficult to overstate the unimportance of practically everything" That's a truth bomb right there.

@wazzupbeckham

5 жыл бұрын

@Improve Now Pat to me, just things that I hear myself and others wine about.

@stevethea5250

Жыл бұрын

@@wazzupbeckham timestamp

@CurvaLish

Жыл бұрын

Mic 🎤 drop

@MilesHolliman

8 ай бұрын

28:10. (Note: Greg acknowledges borrowing the quote.)

*- Food on the table* *- Bed to sleep on* *- Moving the body* *- Creating free TIME*

@phyliciajoykloes

5 жыл бұрын

That last one I need to conquer.

@bestbry1

5 жыл бұрын

It’s not all. I’d add learning to say no.

@SweetKonekoCat

5 жыл бұрын

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.

@stanleemes6483

5 жыл бұрын

I feel you bro!!

@patriciaking7892

5 жыл бұрын

O'ssien, I know how to say " hell no". It's crystal clear.

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. "

@favask2880

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate...it was helpful

@oliverschulte427

4 жыл бұрын

12. I think Dan Pena can.

@ravensteiner671

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for compiling this list dude :)

@1976lac

4 жыл бұрын

Dr. Tariq Ramadan Thank you so much!😁

@diegomartinez5391

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing!

Watching Matt is essential every week.

@Ana8888flafi

5 жыл бұрын

Haha for me too ✓

@beaishere9927

5 жыл бұрын

It really is, though! He's one of the few KZread channels that I try to watch every video. Every single one is top-notch quality.

@That_fella_named_J

3 жыл бұрын

@@beaishere9927 And food for a living soul's way to living at their best and at it's fullest extent

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!

@adyl3236

5 жыл бұрын

Hosam Dahrooge hows the book going? Worth it?

@samdahrooge5847

5 жыл бұрын

@@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

@ezioarifi3998

5 жыл бұрын

@@samdahrooge5847 i also finished the book today, congrats to us i guess.

@mckeownization

5 жыл бұрын

That's just terrific Hosam!

@samdahrooge5847

5 жыл бұрын

@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?*

@JZETH_

5 жыл бұрын

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

@ofekhershko7448

5 жыл бұрын

I'll check it out

@HumansOfVR

5 жыл бұрын

@@ofekhershko7448 thanks! let me know what you think

@shrimpysquad5821

4 жыл бұрын

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 KZread. At least. 💙

@phyliciajoykloes

5 жыл бұрын

For sure.

@willhansen6551

5 жыл бұрын

definetly

@maxfuller6424

5 жыл бұрын

He’s definitely at least in the top 1% in terms of subscribers right now...just think about it

@emmazhang2418

3 жыл бұрын

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.

@ChristysChannelYall

3 жыл бұрын

I do the same!

@shinykatt8887

Жыл бұрын

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.

@firelights3675

5 жыл бұрын

I'm 17 and totally identify with what you said

@shuebkhan787

5 жыл бұрын

Agree

@miriamendres7415

5 жыл бұрын

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.

@mihaelatopea7127

5 жыл бұрын

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.

@NVanHiker

5 жыл бұрын

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.

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

@colinnolan2212

5 жыл бұрын

@Hussein Naji We all know her very very well ;)

@justanothercarguy7134

5 жыл бұрын

#100

@andreassandstrom5101

5 жыл бұрын

#gains

@wanafri7233

5 жыл бұрын

Jimmy Kite good luck

@bvlee2624

5 жыл бұрын

Hussein Naji , it’s humor. Learn the concept

3:11 "We are in a stage of opinion overload" ...True

@amyhoover9

5 жыл бұрын

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).

@carieyoung1111

4 жыл бұрын

That struck me too! So on point

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!

@jermainemason3352

3 жыл бұрын

What are some of your favorites?

@stephenpowstinger733

3 жыл бұрын

Insane idea but so popular to talk that way.

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!!!

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?

@priyak87

5 жыл бұрын

Bump!!!

@happygolucky6284

3 жыл бұрын

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.

@alexhjc8

3 жыл бұрын

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

@Immortal__

3 жыл бұрын

Find a new friendship circle.... you can grow out of people you know?

@wildflowerwanderlust1738

3 жыл бұрын

This is a very good point. I an not nearly as far into my essentialism journey and I often have that problem.

Really great stuff, thank you for doing what you do.

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! 👍

"If you don't prioritize you life, someone else will" - great lesson. So simple, but many of us live their life totally opposite...

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 😍

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 KZread at the right time!

“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 👍🏾

@samiamor3955

5 жыл бұрын

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.

@DotUI

5 жыл бұрын

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 😂

"Patience is not passive, on the contrary, it is a concentrated strength." -- Bruce Lee

"Every technology is a good slave and a poor master." Word.

@pasanseb

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for it

Hey, Matt. I'm glad you're okay and I enjoy your videos no less than when I started. Keep up the good work!

I just want to say that you make the highest quality videos!!! The way you incorporate music, narrative into your content.

‘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.

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

THANK YOU FOR THIS!!!!! I started reading this book this week and I love it! This was so great to hear.

Matt, you let others speak and you listen to well. What a great show! Informative, to the point, just great.

Thank you for publishing this on KZread!

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.

This video + coffee = my morning essentials 😊

@katjess92

5 жыл бұрын

You and I both!

@mattdavella

5 жыл бұрын

:)

@milwaukeemoynahan805

5 жыл бұрын

make sure you're not just living vicariously through these people!

@haraank

4 жыл бұрын

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!

Listening to the audiobook right now, totally love it!! Thank you for showing it, also I love your channel! Keep it up dude!

Your work changes lives. Thank you!

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!

Yes to this longer post!!! I’ve been listening to the 9 min video you posted over and over and over. I’ve sent it to a couple friends as well!

I wasn’t ready for this a year ago... it’s so impactful to me now. What a great talk 💕

The definition of valuable content. My heart is full!

So simple but yet so awesome

This is exactly what I needed to watch today. Been feeling this way for some time now

This is one of the best videos you've made! Thank you so much! I love your content.

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 ♡

@TaraWagner

5 жыл бұрын

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. ❤️

My heart is full. Mind overflowing. Thank for this Matt, God bless you more!

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.

Needed to hear this especially during a time where everyone is racing to do more more more.

@phyliciajoykloes

5 жыл бұрын

For sure.

@SheliaAHuggins

5 жыл бұрын

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!!!

@dameonwite4794

5 жыл бұрын

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.

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!

“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.

Matt I truly love your channel. I love the style of your interviews and the laid back vibe. Kudos!

this deserves a close re-watch!! Loved it Matt!!

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

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!

This is brilliant - very thought provoking!! I know I will be re-watching this. Thanks for sharing this snippet Matt!

Matt your videos changed me and my perspective of life. I just want to thank u and all that u do for our community. I hope u continue to do well.

Another fantastic edition! Thankyou for sharing this Matt 🎉

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.

I couldn’t sleep. I remembered this great video and here I am. Again. Love it.

Great video and another great interview Matt! Your content is changing my life, my journal is full of gems and activities which I have extracted from your podcast interviews. Matt is so authentic, a genuine dude. Thank you for adding value, context and clarity to my life!

Another excellent interview, Matt! I think you're really good not just at the interview process itself, letting the other person talk etc. but at selecting important topics and interesting people to discuss them with. Well done and keep up the great work!

amazing. So simple, so clear, so on point. Thank you for making this and sharing!!

You are crushing it with the uploads man keep createing

Matt your content is just amazing! Thank you so much for all the great work. This interview was exactly what I needed today!

In my opinion this is the best interview you’ve ever done, by far my favorite and the most important to me. I’ve watched it so many times thank you

I believe that this video will change/boost my life, specially in this right moment where I had all this noise inside my head, and all those things to get done but I was forgetting to really pick the ones that are really valuable and important to my life, thank you man, you're awesome.

I have the opposite problem, instead of being busy, i am not busy enough but its hard to find motivation

@mayelizabeth8880

3 жыл бұрын

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.

This is a truly brilliant session - the insight and passion are incredibly motivating. Great content, delivered well!

Added this to my watch again playlist! One of my favorite authors being interviewed by one of my favorite KZreadrs! Thanks again Matt for continuing to introduce thought-provoking content :)

@jeanbb3283

5 жыл бұрын

Chris Eggenberger - thank you! I bet thought to have a watch again list!

His book changed my life. Nice to see this interview. Thank you.

Wonderful! Thanks for sharing this interview with us. It really made me start to think about what is essential and what is not in my life.

I've been waiting for this! Excited for the next 30 minutes watching this

Just started reading Essentialism and it’s awesome! Keep up the great work Greg and Matt!

I really love your content, it feels too authentic. Thanks for this.

I love his book! Thank you for doing this video with him!

Fantastic video. Matt, thank you for creating it. Really appreciate it.

Thank you so much Matt for bringing us these ideas.

The book's been ordered. Great conversation and you discussed a lot of the thoughts I've been having lately. Thanks guys!

Thank you, Matt for amazing videos!

This was so great. I need to read this man's book. Thanks Matt for putting out great and meaningful content!

Watching your videos is like adding value in my day ❤

I adore his book. It has helped me so much in my everyday life at work. I can now see why things have not worked out the way i have wanted and how i have gone about them. Its that great moment when you say to yourself " holy s**t , i get it now " . Very greatful to have found his book. Lovely job on thia video. All the best , Roniela

Thanks for sharing these 30 minutes of this interview !

Awesome interview. Matt you do fantastic work and create content that speaks to people like me. Thank you

The lighting and video quality of this video is incredible.

There is always such great advice in your videoes, thank you for sharing, and keep it up!

Love the quality of these videos. Gonna donate to your Patreon as soon as I can!

Your work ethic is inspiring, Matt!

Great Interview! Thanks Matt!

This video came at such a good time. I’m literally becoming an essentialist now and your content is spot on Matt

Thanks, Matt for sharing these valuable content. From Spain, I really appreciate your work and the valuable people you interview too! :)

I just watched 3 of your podcasts in a row, appreciate the quality and effort man, keep it up ❤️from Taiwan

Thanks Matt for another great interview. Just bought Greg's book can't wait to learn more. Cheers for adding value to my life. I really appreciate you!

Every time Matt uploads I learn something new and I’m inspired. 🙌🏽

Very much recommend reading Essentialism. Changed my life.

this chat is so cool, i started following a similar approach to working out a while ago. But i didnt really considered this being utilized in many other areas. Good Vid.

I really enjoyed this video. Greg is great, and the questions you asked were awesome.

Thanks Matt for sharing this with non-patreons, I really appreciate it. You create a great content.

I felt happy to hear these kind of words in these over hyped busyness. Thanks a lot Greg and Matt 👏👏

Love it Matt! Thank you!

This subject has never been more relevant as I am watching a year later during the pandemic! Thank you for this!