Thank you for watching my videos.

@shubhamtamrakar9825

5 жыл бұрын

No thank you for the content you bring Matt. Thanks for your wisdom and guidance you have shared with all of us.

@gimmetheacoountplix

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for delivering content no one else does! At least not at this level. it is so good!

@aseelbysketchbook

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for existing and for making videos Matt. You are incredible.

@shashankkumar1736

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video and we loved it that you came out of your home to make better video... Will love to see more videos like this...

@style7184

5 жыл бұрын

no problemo

"If you don't prioritize your life, someone else will." Truer words have never been spoken.

@nextleveljourney6612

5 жыл бұрын

Same for relationships: "People treat You, the way you teach them to treat You" ~Wayne Dyer

"People feel busy, but not productive" My life at this point. Matt, omg your work is amazing!

@GailM11

4 жыл бұрын

I picked up on that, too. Busy, but not productive. Quite a sense of dissatisfaction. Matt's work is amazing. His videos are so well worth the time.

@fatawkwardchungus8949

2 жыл бұрын

man could you just elaborate on that I feel profoundness in your sentence

Most important things in my opinion: Relationships, passion, health

@zoepage6872

5 жыл бұрын

when is the collab coming, I have seen you commenting on all his post and now you are in the states...

@geovannyl.2801

5 жыл бұрын

I would add family before relationships. They raised us and make us who we are.

@kunalgoswami4520

5 жыл бұрын

Passion is where being busy start

@glacier_10_years_ago

4 жыл бұрын

AND BICEPS!

@li8505

3 жыл бұрын

Passion, relationships, health. That order

i am simple. I see matt D'avella I click.

@elliottcharlesreed

5 жыл бұрын

I am s1mple. I see a CSGO match I carry.

@thisisme95379

5 жыл бұрын

Just one click though because minimalism😛

@mattdavella

5 жыл бұрын

i am simple. i see a wholesome comment and I heart it.

@jessicamariavarghese390

5 жыл бұрын

@@mattdavella i think i just died.

You've got something really special with this channel Matt, another thought-provoking video, great work!

@mattdavella

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@SunBoy1984

5 жыл бұрын

@@mattdavella we 2019

This video itself looks like a documentary. Great job.

@mattdavella

5 жыл бұрын

That's the goal!

Becoming busy has become a status symbol in our society. Such an insightful video Matt. Thanks.

*I found that the less stuff I own, the less my stuff owns me* *I recently made an animated video on ESSENTIALISM, i wonder what you think about it?*

@jordi0m

5 жыл бұрын

Hello, Tyler.

@beautybrown2511

5 жыл бұрын

Man 👌

@joeyvaryl8982

5 жыл бұрын

Life Progress - Health, Wealth, & Happiness yes! This

@cowboynetic8587

5 жыл бұрын

Don't talk about it, Tyler.

@zayneytem

5 жыл бұрын

I really would love to shout out about the reference, but we must not talk about it.

At the 5:00 mark, Greg mentions how social media has taken us from "connected" to "hyper-connected", and then from "information overload" to "opinion overload." I think this is the #1 reason for all of the vitriolic, hate-filled communication we see today. We don't discuss ideas- we yell our opinions to the digital "faces" of our peers, all while prioritizing the wrong things (like winning the argument rather than winning a friend). While that's not full point of the video, I think it falls under the umbrella of essentialism. If we spend hours and hours throwing verbal rocks at others, where do our priorities lie?

@davidplantz2112

5 жыл бұрын

Completely agree. Will Schoder talks about a lot of this on his explainer videos (Which are like philosophical deconstructions). His "Mr. Rogers and Power of Persuasiveness" is awesome watching. kzread.info/dash/bejne/kXh7xqaKorvcZbg.html I'd love to see Matt D'Avella sit down with Will Schoder because I think what they do on their channels crosses-over into each other.

@mattdavella

5 жыл бұрын

Totally agree. We go into these spats online thinking our opinions are right and it doesn't allow for healthy conversation. In-person communication is generally more forgiving... except over the holiday's with family.

@FearlessDreams

5 жыл бұрын

To be honest, I love this hyper-connectivity. I don't think it's a bad thing, I just think that we as humans are in the process of evolution with this new "thing" called the internet and we need time to adjust, but also at the same time to be tested. What is the most important for us? How can we use this connectivity to our benefit? How can we cancel out all the rest so we don't get buried under the ocean of ... stuff? Unlike the holiday with the family I think it's something we can control and actually benefit from. It's just that we need to learn how.

@smeddy7854

5 жыл бұрын

@@FearlessDreams That's a solid point. Social media is not inherently bad- it's all about how we use it. I enjoy having immediate access to an enormous pool of talent and likeminded individuals, and being "hyper-connected" has worked well for me. However, social media absolutely contributes to the "less forgiving" speech we impose on our peers. I think you're right- it absolutely can change for the better, it will just take time and proactive measures from those who wish to see positive progression.

@kvltizt

5 жыл бұрын

It is an addiction. Negativity is addictive. But so is positivity. You have to make the choice to be better and then realize how good it feels.

"If you don't prioritize your life, someone else will" #Powerful

@ZenDragoonYT

3 жыл бұрын

Well atleast someone is prioritizing it

Boss : “Friday is a bad time for your wife to have a baby” Me : “No its not. Friday is a bad time to hold a meeting” Boss : “Fair enough 👍🏻”

I would love to see an interview with a physician or medical student. Or someone that struggles with severe depression/anxiety. I think their take on minimalism would be really neat and refreshing!

@NanaTeeMusic

5 жыл бұрын

I'm a medical student. I will complete university in May. I will surely love to see that too😀

@AMillionOs

5 жыл бұрын

Nana Tee Music yes! I’m going into medical school next year. I think so many minimalists are creative types, but I’d love to see someone in the medical field!

@NanaTeeMusic

5 жыл бұрын

@@AMillionOs that's awesome. Congrats in advance! ❤

@profannaty

5 жыл бұрын

Things and Stuff there’s a KZreadr named Janell Kristina who is a nurse and a minimalist!

@capybara6810

5 жыл бұрын

Great idea!!

seriously overworking dosen't take us anywhere, in longer term it just drowns our creativity.

@chandersachdev8730

5 жыл бұрын

Vranda Tandon kzread.info/dash/bejne/aaeKzMNwYripddo.html Must watch and subscribe

@hartixbrix3761

5 жыл бұрын

Eh, I think that depends on the industry you are in and how well you are established as a business-person. I feel for what I want to accomplish (living off of my LEGO youtube channel and shop) I need to outwork my competitors until I‘m in a place where I‘m successful enough to wind down without losing everything. You are right when it comes to creativity tho. Most people can’t just force creativity into their work times and that’s something to keep in mind

@jagadeeshchenna6518

5 жыл бұрын

Only Elon Musk can work that much everyone else needs rest n entertainment.

@abefromen1

5 жыл бұрын

@@jagadeeshchenna6518 well Elon Musk is an alien cyborg built by our reptilian overlords so i dont think that counts :P

@lovekindness5637

5 жыл бұрын

I love over working I love what I do

"It's the trivial many, versus the vital few" - LOVE that.

Essentialism is one of my favorite books of all time. Thanks for putting this together Matt.

Man, the diamond mine analogy is just perfect, soo needed to hear that today

would love to hear your thoughts on stoicism, buddhism, and other ways of thoughts

@chandersachdev8730

5 жыл бұрын

Life by Art must watch and subscribe kzread.info/dash/bejne/aaeKzMNwYripddo.html

@LifebyArt

5 жыл бұрын

I follow the same principles but considered myself a blend of stoic and buddhist. Through these principles I left my 6 figure job and downsized to a carry-on sized bag in pursuit of art and expression through 35+ countries. This has led me to become a "minimalist" professional filmmaker like you now. I thought about making a video comparing these philosophies, but my understanding of minimalism is low -- I hope you interview Ryan Holiday or Dalai Lama one day!

@midormeepo

5 жыл бұрын

These are also principles you find in Islam through Sufism and particularly in the notion of "Zuhd", asceticism is a huge common thread of these spiritual lifestyle (not talking about the vertical concept of "religion"), which I think is a reflection of the true nature of human beings. Just my thoughts but I think this is an important discussion in times of consumerism

@pjtaylor9492

5 жыл бұрын

Life by Art buddhism philosophy is to to know when we have enough and when we should stop. This is all relative and not given to everyone. Om Mani Padme Hüm 🧘‍♂️

@ohdagee

5 жыл бұрын

Great to find out there are other people that follow their way of living through Stoicism and Buddhism. I believe their traits have a sense of balancing each other out, therefore ourselves. I've crossed paths with brothers who study the 5% Nation Of Gods And Earths, which is also a way of thinking most commonly seen in the Afro-American community. The concept of "we are God", not in the egotistical or religious sense, rather in the sense of being conscious that everything starts and ends within oneself, is something to live by.

Needed this! And love this quote: "It's difficult to overstate the unimportance of practically everything."

“How are you?” Answer 20 years ago: “I’m great.” At time of video interview: “I’m (so) busy.” In new decade, I now hear many people respond, “I am (so) tired”

Dude the quality of your videos is amazing, keep up the good work!

@mattdavella

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I was having a pretty low morning and I think in part because I felt like I wasn't accomplishing anything. This video popped up and I will be forever thankful for the message portrayed. Thank you Matt.

@SSTillmanEsq

5 жыл бұрын

If I may, I hope you'll get to feeling lifted as the days goes by, but remember emily, sometimes doing nothing, recharging, resting, is just as, if not more important than constant movement. Rest. You might just need that today.

@emilydreeszen9736

5 жыл бұрын

@@SSTillmanEsq Thank you for this reminder, I try to implement it in my everyday life.

sorry what? I was distracted by matt's biceps

@MejgJanssenTV

5 жыл бұрын

Prashant Choudhary i’m right there with ya 😐👀

@smileychess

5 жыл бұрын

That's okay, his biceps are one of life's essential things.

@florin521

5 жыл бұрын

I'm distracted by them all the time tbh

@albertparker1702

5 жыл бұрын

He needs to wear a tighter shirt

@nizammahamood4540

5 жыл бұрын

The video is about just that...distraction.

This is probably the most life-changing video I've watched since discovering KZread. Thanks, Matt. 💙

I am disciplinarily pursuing less videos which don't provide the same level of thoughtfulness and intent as yours, Matt. Excited for the podcast with Greg. I consumed Essentialism in one sitting at a Barnes and Noble cafe. 😊

@jay_murs4508

5 жыл бұрын

Did you pay for the book?

@certifiedfinest5065

5 жыл бұрын

jay88 - do you have to let you bring unpaid books into the Barnes and Noble cafe?

Your content makes me reflect on what truly matters in life and for that I thank you. Keep up the great work!

I've been thinking, Essentialism is a better term than Minimalism because the term Minimalism is so overused and overhyped that it's hard to separate the movement from the style and fashion. And plus the book Essentialism is a very good guide to define what this "minimalism" movement truly is.

@ikderidder

5 жыл бұрын

Rey Alejandro I was thinking the same thing!

@j.d.5709

5 жыл бұрын

Rey Alejandro I completely agree

@jaysterling26

5 жыл бұрын

These titles really are not essential (pun intended). The question could/should be," is this 'movement ' that seems to be in the zeitgeist the foot soldier of a form of libertarianism? If so, is it right, left, anarchist,? A composite of 2 or more of these? Something else ( subconscious) that no one has yet identified, let alone, classified? Mmm...

Its ESSENTIAL that I watch your upload because in a sense they bring me back to reality

@mattdavella

5 жыл бұрын

Welcome back.

Is this guy a genius or what?

@nameisrango

5 жыл бұрын

He call himself a minimalist .

@giantsloth126

5 жыл бұрын

No, what did he actually say in this video? "Learn to say no, keeping up with the Joneses is bad, make more time for yourself, oh and I'm rich and important". How is this genius to you, it's the most basic obvious coping advice for a country of people who have to work themselves to death.

@TheMarshalMurat

5 жыл бұрын

He's not a genius

Start everything with WHY and not WHAT. ☺️

“If you don’t prioritize your life, someone else will.” So true.

Less can be more because by focusing on what really matters, you will go further in the places you want

“It’s difficult to overstate the unimportance of practically everything.” That hit so hard when I read his book and hits just as hard in this video!

8:08 “It’s difficult to overstate the unimportance of practically everything “

@keilime7

3 жыл бұрын

This has to be one of the best- and most accurate- quotes of 2020

@mrknarf4438

3 жыл бұрын

Amazing quote.

Out of this world.. every time I watch it.. it's just so incredible.. the inspiration I feel from both of you . This really is golden . Thank you

I'm disturbed by the accuracy of this video with my life.

This was a very interesting conversation. It was a wake up for me.

I have began to save 50% of my income, by buying less things and cancelling all subscription services and simply reading more. thanks sharing!

I just love your videos, Matt. It's like little documentaries on its own. You are the virtual therapist/friend/life coach we didn't know we needed. 😭

So far, my favorite Matt’s video

*"Friday would be a very bad time for your wife to have a baby"?????!!!!!* Is that even a human??? WTF?????!!!!!

@mattdavella

5 жыл бұрын

:(

@nickyg305

5 жыл бұрын

Who would let someone tell you that... like I’m in awe...

@thisguy373

5 жыл бұрын

Put a joking tone on that and it’s fine

@c0t556

5 жыл бұрын

@@thisguy373 nope, no civilized human jokes on that, plus it was written in an email. It was simply inhumane.

@thisguy373

5 жыл бұрын

donkeyenvious the guy who sent it was a colleague and Matt said he was probably joking. I guess it just boils down on your sense of humor and situational context on how Matt knew this person/his type of relationship with him

This is the first time I've commented on your video. I think it's such a great miracle to listen to you. See how it changes my life.

Great video Matt, I'm so glad I found your Chanel sooner rather than later because the content you post makes us all take a different perspective on life. You provide your viewers with different ways they can improve their lives in each video. You have a real gift, keep on filming. Love from down under 🇭🇲

They say you become like the 5 people you hang out with most. If I spend my day watching your videos... I mean, I can feel my interest in minimalism definitely increasing.

Hey, I just literally visited your channel earlier looking for videos! Glad to see you upload more!

Great video, Matt! This was ESSENTIAL. :D

'' if you don't prioritize your life, someone else will'' That hit home..

I've recently made lots of similar changes to my life and I can confirm that, once these choices are made the universe starts to help you along the way too. Stop reacting, observe, and make considered choice, designed towards happiness in the present moment.

People always miss what minimalism IS and is NOT. Intentionality is much more the point than not having things. Excellent content as always. 👍🏻

*this Made Me Feel So Light Idk why* _Thank you ❤️_

I've been watching your content for over a year now and I have to tell you (again) that it makes me think about where I'm going. Thank you for making such incredible content, you help me to ask myself about the purpose and intention behind my decisions and what I want. Keep the great work, Matt!

I discovered your KZread channel a few months and it changed my life completely. From budgeting to realizing sometimes less is better. I found myself wanting to explore and do more things outside of my hobbies, I’m more optimistic and most of all. I feel better about myself!

His book is one of the most valuable books I have read in a long time. I am a perfectionist in rehab and definitely need learn to say no more out loud and to prioritize

I bought Greg's book on Audible (hearing it from the author is very satisfying) and became a Patreon subscriber after this video. You are doing incredible work sir and I support you!

Just discovered your channel. I’ve been peeling back layers of stuff and busy-ness for years , but always felt like I was going against the rest of the world. Thank you for being a voice of clarity to all who choose to change our perspective and our path.

Another incredible video Matt. You seem to always come out with videos right when we need them. Thank you for sharing the conversation you had with Greg McKeown and your own personal thoughts

i feel so connected with all of this channel in three videos unlike any other youtuber or "influencer"

Dude I seriously love you’re vids,I’ve took loads of you’re advice onboard over the year and a lot in my life has changed,I’ve stopped caring for constant upgrades and obsession over new shiny things😂 and I’ve been getting my physical and mental body more healthy,over the past year I’ve lost 5.2 stone,all thanks to you my man,keep up the amazing work and hopefully you’ll help more people like me😊😊😊

I love how refreshing your content is with the vast variety of topics you touch. It is certainly a breath of fresh air to hear your honest opinion about things and your no-bullshit approach to technically everything. You are inspiring, encouraging and engaging without relying on buzzwords, false pep-talk and sounding fake. You are unique sir and I am very happy that I found your channel by watching your video about taking a cold shower for 30 days - that was when I realized that damn, this guy is up to something. You just gained yourself a new subscriber - I am almost through all of your videos - and a regular podcast listener. Thank you for inspiring me! A guy from Hungary.

One of the most practical channels that I have come across. Thank you for putting it on YT.

Why didn't I find Matt earlier in my life ?? Thank you !!

Incredible video as always 🔥🔥🔥🔥

Thanks Matt M'Avella, it's at the right time that I watched your video. the part where your guest talked about the fact that we are saying "No" often, but not directly. And when not prioritizing our life, we are saying "No" to the esential things, it's just eyes opener for me. Thanks again.

I unknowingly lost my way for a bit, this video made me realize that. Thank you for making me aware and the amazing work you put out to this world

Love you Matt. You're truly an inspiration. You have inspired me a lot. You even inspired me to start my own channel. God bless you!

@sterlingarcher8041

5 жыл бұрын

true

I was just reading Essentialism! What a treat.

WOW this video's message is just beyond incredible. I feel like I want to re-watch it every month as a reminder. Thank you for all that you do!

Wow! I promise your videos are literally changing my life. I was overwhelmed by Stuff and since your channel I've been able to cut out a lot of unnecessary shi......crap both physically and mentally. Thankyou for shining a new though provoking light throughout your channel. "if you don't prioritize our lives, someone else will."

Love your videos. So great

I do this very often in college, I feel lazy when I say no, but I like having time for my own school work, I hate getting distracted on useless activities and organizations.

I've been listening to your podcasts and watching your YT videos for a while now and I can honestly say that it changed my life for the better. from doing the 30 day cold showers(I've got 4 days left) to slowing down and finding out what is important in life. thanks for the great content.

From I training at work last year: "it's not about saying no to others, it's about saying yes to myself". Great video!

I REALLY LOVE THIS CHANNEL!!!! Big fan of that guy! I hope you'll interview Charles Duhigg too! His book is so A-M-AZING!

The thing is, most of us know to focus on things that are important to us in our lives. What we don't know is how to get out of that 9 to 5 Schedule that gets us to the point of being stressed out. Most people stay in that cycle, because that provides a stable income. Entrepreneurship may be the answer, but is also a lot more risky.

Just wanted to say that you are f****** amazing man, I am watching wayyy to many of your videos, and you are literally saving my life right now, so I hope to one day I can say “thank you”, but only once I start to live life completely like I truly want to. There’s a long way ahead and I am scared af, but I don’t think I can stop now.

What a great topic and great video. I needed this reminder. When he described being in the hospital with the birth of his child and being distracted by work I sadly couldn't have related more...that part got me. He's so on point, someone will always prioritize your time if you let them.

Wow! So inspiring Matt!

"Busyness has become a badge of honor" omg In my country our badge of honor is suffering. If it doesn't hurt, you are not working enough.

This kind of video is an example why you're the only one KZreadr that I've been subscribing. Thanks Matt for people like you and for content that you make. Even it is cliché just keep doing what you're doing. Now I can back to hustle with a clear conscience.

I really doubt you'll see this, but thank you Matt! Your videos are always a refreshing reminder to keep my mental health and life goals a priority. I've been actively limiting my social media use and really getting the important things in life done.

"Sometimes we say yes before we think it through"

you motivate me every time😍😊

This video really resonates with me at this point in time in my life. It's been my focus to deliberately say no, gain clarity and time where I had previously just said yes. It's part of the reason I became a minimalist. Thanks Matt

This is top quality content. Thanks for that, I found it amusing. The way you put his voice over the astonishing video. The words you both choose. It hit me from the beginning just how beautiful this is and that made me stick through all the video and pay a lot of attention to the message. A really great way to approach life, I loved the idea of one basic principle that massively influences all aspects of life.

4:35. This is where I slightly disagree. I think what’s changed has been the rise in power of Silicon Valley. They showed to the rest of the world that it is possible to make people work 70-80 hours per week and people are actually willing to do so in the name of productivity and professional value. Now that Big Tech has achieved this and literally has thousands of people working their lives away, the rest of the private sector has been copying this mentality and mindset and implementing it onto their workers. I’ve been passively looking at jobs posted on sites such as Indeed and GlassDoor, and I can’t tell you how many listings (even in the Midwest!) have a stipulation somewhere on the post or the application itself stating that overtime can and will be required on a regular basis. I would also factor in cost of living - many people now have to work multiple low-paying jobs just to make ends meet.

Could you make a video on how you actually paid off all your debt? I’m not planning on going into debt I’m only 15, but I’m sure it would help some people

I Have never connected so well to a video before it’s like they are telling me exactly what my problem has been in school and my social life for the past 2 years. I have never thought of it like that, I need to learn to prioritize and say no to things that have no value in my life. Thanks!

Your videos provide that constant reminder to focus on the important things. I’ve had a pretty bad week but watching this makes me feel lighter. Thank you.

2:18 "If you don't prioritize your life somebody will."

I want to read that book.🤨

I can't tell you how much your channel has changed my life over the past week. It's helped me physically and psychologically consider the space I'm in and what I can do to make it what I need. Thank you Matt, and keep up the inspiring work.

Talking about priorities , watching your videos every Tuesday is right at the top. I've renamed Tuesday as Mattday in my routine. Thanks for existing.

#1 Stop watching KZread #2 Sell phone/ipad/computer #3 Exercise #4 Study something new #5 Connect with human beings

@globalmuffin2

4 жыл бұрын

#6 here are also human beings.

You're definitely the best creator on KZread currently. Would be fun for your next 30 day challenge to combine a couple! Let's see if you combine 5 of these challenges if you'll become super human!

@moses_njoku

5 жыл бұрын

Skateboard Bruh Bruh! I love your own videos. You can be funny as fuck

another one of the best videos of you Matt. In this vast and chaotic world, there is still change happening. Something still happening. My vision of life really do change now as soon I stepped on your videos. It help me to become a responsible human being for myself, for other people and to the world I lived in. Thank you for visualizing the reality to us. Thank you for inculcating our minds with the possibilities that we may encounter in the future. Thank you for equipping and armoring us so that we may not get lost anymore as the future arrives. This is seriously the best! Thank you, Thank you! I learned a lot... Once again open our minds. Congratulations! Do keep posted always!

i don’t know how many dozens of times i’ve watched this, but it grounds me, motivates me, and makes me feel good

A pick me up video. I realized saying no was also procrastination.

I think it says something about Matt's channel and his video's now that at the time of writing this comment, there are 599 likes and no dislikes...

Thank you, Matt. Because of you, I began considering making myself feeling less comfortable, finding new and exciting goals, controlling myself. You pulled me out of my circle of procrastination and depression. THANK YOU! You're the best.

The coal mine vs diamond mine analogy, for me, condenses most of what I've been reading about minimalism/essentialism. The trivial many vs the vital few...amazingly simple but profoundly important. Thank you for your effort in these videos! They are extremely helpful in prioritizing my life.