The Paradox of Hustle Culture

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  • @TheKevinShen
    @TheKevinShen4 жыл бұрын

    Hey friends, thanks for watching! :) May I ask a favor? I'd love to hear what other videos/topics you'd like to see from me! I want to make videos about things that resonate with you and are not just hype, so hearing from you would be incredibly helpful. You can DM me on IG @theKevinShen if that's easier. Thank you so much 😊

  • @sethjohnson

    @sethjohnson

    3 жыл бұрын

    What kind of watch are you wearing? Watches are my weakness.

  • @sapphiremontrelle8091

    @sapphiremontrelle8091

    3 жыл бұрын

    This video was so well made! I can tell you took your time with the editing and shooting different clips from different angles! Amazing!👍🏾

  • @Larindarr

    @Larindarr

    3 жыл бұрын

    I felt driven to hustle and succeed as an escape and a very necessary escape from a toxic abusive environment. A toxic and abusive family and violent place. I then Had medical issues for years (unfortunately having to deal with the toxic abusive neglectful "family" and environment) and you know... sickess isolates you. You fade into the background of ppl's lives its too inconvenient and ppl do not relate or don't want to really take at face value when you tell them your situation downplaying it to exaggeration. I lived like those for 8 years. FAst forward to now, I am burned out, I know perfectly well I need good people around me. But with this situation it is even worse. Capitalism does not care about pandemics and systems in place made to neglect yourself force you to. I do want meaning full connections above chasing carrots and shinny things. But how the hell to do this?? its like... being on. a vacuum black hole.

  • @williamyong860

    @williamyong860

    3 жыл бұрын

    For once, my KZread algorithm show me something unexpectedly interesting. If the direction you have stated at the end of the video, is the generic direction you are taking this channel. I have an "idea" . 1. The exploration of different types of people (this can be a very varied topic and can be taken in many many directions) and their relationship with having a happy life. Focusing on Social interaction, the first direction i would like to see a compilation on is if there are people who have high social needs vs low social needs and their relationship with having a happy life. This will take a lot of research and it might research that doesn't even exist or you might have to amalgamate a lot of research to draw an inference as a conclusion

  • @LordDiv

    @LordDiv

    3 жыл бұрын

    This video help so much thanks

  • @Dora-sc5ct
    @Dora-sc5ct4 жыл бұрын

    “What do you do?” Is a question adults can’t avoid. People afraid if they don’t amazing career, they don’t exist.

  • @trs_4612

    @trs_4612

    4 жыл бұрын

    Dora Lohas maybe a better thing to comment on is why should that question bother u?

  • @timjones6247

    @timjones6247

    3 жыл бұрын

    Its a more polite way of asking what your income (and therefore social status) is. I've learned over the years people exaggerate, omit and lie to make themselves seem like they have more money than they actually do. Just believe what you see and not what people tell you.

  • @honetlyreal

    @honetlyreal

    3 жыл бұрын

    They ask that so that they want to compare their status to yours.

  • @ZodiacEntertainment2

    @ZodiacEntertainment2

    3 жыл бұрын

    I tell them what my hobbies are. My job is just how I pay the bills.

  • @karenzhang1020

    @karenzhang1020

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@honetlyreal unavoidable truth.

  • @catarinaassuncao157
    @catarinaassuncao1574 жыл бұрын

    Sucess for me means waking up healthy, not worried, well sleeped, and knowing that I am doing my best. Staying connected with everyone is hard and it can be stressful so I rather think that I am the very best I can rather then stress about with whom I don't text so often anymore. Loved the message in your video as always. Keep on going, because you got this. ❤️

  • @NenaLavonne

    @NenaLavonne

    4 жыл бұрын

    Teaching My Dog well said! 😊

  • @TheKevinShen

    @TheKevinShen

    4 жыл бұрын

    I love that 😊🙏 Thank you

  • @lwelz68
    @lwelz684 жыл бұрын

    I'm all about pace culture: Ive noticed in my workplace that the people who put in the most hours tend to be worse off financially; so easy to absorb lousy financial ideas when one is burnt out. I put strict boundaries on the number of hours I work, and am much wealthier for it!

  • @TheKevinShen

    @TheKevinShen

    4 жыл бұрын

    “Pace culture” - I love it!

  • @piercemcmurry7914

    @piercemcmurry7914

    3 жыл бұрын

    I can see why people who work so excessively could be worse off - but maybe it’s the fact that they’re financially irresponsible that causes them to work more hours and not the other way around? Just a theory.

  • @richardhp77

    @richardhp77

    3 жыл бұрын

    I think successful people are efficient more than anything. We all get 24 hours a day so spending more time to increase output has limited workability. Spending less time to get more output however is very powerful

  • @theeternalgus9119

    @theeternalgus9119

    2 жыл бұрын

    People grind at my work and work through their lunch and then there's me who takes my time and works at a pace. It's of no wonder my manager said my productivity rate is the highest. People really need to chill.

  • @FloridaMan-ie6yk

    @FloridaMan-ie6yk

    Жыл бұрын

    I have a friend who works 2 jobs at the same time, works on his side hustle constantly, and is always spending massive amounts of money "treating himself" so he can relax. Meanwhile I have so much free time and so littlr stress I can plan out my moves in advance and make sure every dime i spend enhances my life

  • @finfondler998
    @finfondler9983 жыл бұрын

    Hustle culture is the epitome of individualism.

  • @dwivedidivyanand971

    @dwivedidivyanand971

    3 жыл бұрын

    What you think being an EINZELGÄNGER is worthy or having a nice social connections!?

  • @finfondler998

    @finfondler998

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@dwivedidivyanand971 I was referring to the hustle mindset that positions one's self to gain advantage through others (what I/you can do for me) over fostering connections that build community over competition.

  • @alaalfa8839

    @alaalfa8839

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@finfondler998 You gain through giving, in healthy way.

  • @gustavofazion2971
    @gustavofazion29713 жыл бұрын

    The real Hussle is the friends we made along the way

  • @Baaghbaan

    @Baaghbaan

    3 жыл бұрын

    And the ones we lost.

  • @wuzumaki
    @wuzumaki3 жыл бұрын

    That's why they say "it's lonely at the top", because you've abandoned all your true friends and family for the money. But at least you got a mansion and now you can "rather cry in a Ferrari than cry on the bus"...

  • @AskAW

    @AskAW

    3 жыл бұрын

    It's lonely at the top because you didn't take anyone else with you. Also, the idea of being lonely at the top stems from being in leadership positions where the leader goes first.

  • @buffsamson

    @buffsamson

    3 жыл бұрын

    If friends don't support you in your journey. Then they are not meant for you.

  • @HiHi-it1vr

    @HiHi-it1vr

    3 жыл бұрын

    It's both sad in the bottom and top for me. My family wants me to be on the top because if I can't then I am just a disappointment to them considering how they are both bread winners of their families, they've got their own success stories so they expect me to be also successful. I was doubtful at first but I didn't think that they would humiliate me in front of their associates for wanting to be just an average joe.

  • @sarahs.archives

    @sarahs.archives

    3 жыл бұрын

    It’s lonely at the top because everyone can’t realistically make it to the top. In order to have the rich you must have the poor in order to have the top you must have a bottom

  • @ThyReturner

    @ThyReturner

    2 жыл бұрын

    It's only lonely at the top if you don't value forming relationships with people. Highly successful people depend on relationships to develop riches/wealth particularly and especially if you run a business that depends on people.

  • @TheTrinch
    @TheTrinch3 жыл бұрын

    This hustle culture is very convenient for big companies that benefit in one way or another from the fact that we devote our entire lives to work. Nice video

  • @tulaybalkan6007
    @tulaybalkan60073 жыл бұрын

    My mind always goes like: ok I need to hustle 2 more years and then eventually I will get free". Already trapped

  • @titusm2320

    @titusm2320

    3 жыл бұрын

    Dang. That's exactly, and I mean exactly, the same loop I'm in.

  • @tulaybalkan6007

    @tulaybalkan6007

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@titusm2320 but maybe we gonna be rich and can start chillin hahaha

  • @titusm2320

    @titusm2320

    3 жыл бұрын

    Haha. That's what we hope to do. But can we get there before we burn out for good

  • @thetop3channel432

    @thetop3channel432

    3 жыл бұрын

    Aha türk ❤

  • @whyisgamora4191

    @whyisgamora4191

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yup, one moment you set the bar at a certain hight, and when you reach it you immediately set it higher. its never enough

  • @KrisHyman
    @KrisHyman4 жыл бұрын

    Netflix grade content right here dude. Great work.

  • @TheKevinShen

    @TheKevinShen

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hey thanks Kris! That is one of the best compliments I have ever received, and one that I will do my best to be worthy of. Thank you my friend 👊😊

  • @sf-spark129

    @sf-spark129

    3 жыл бұрын

    is that a compliment or the opposite? Netflix got nothing to watch these days.

  • @TheOriginalBillyYO

    @TheOriginalBillyYO

    3 жыл бұрын

    I was gonna say too.. if I saw this on Netflix I'd happily binge watch this. very good quality and awesome content 😈

  • @jimmyjab190

    @jimmyjab190

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@sf-spark129 the documentaries and informative shows are really good though, look at the "Explained" series on Netflix for an example

  • @sankhuz

    @sankhuz

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@anon7927 ..

  • @aganib4506
    @aganib45064 жыл бұрын

    To think about it, I really need to detoxify myself from this mentality; that we need to work hard, to the extent that we have to sacrifice our leisure and family time, to become a successful person. There should be a balance, finding some time with family and friends and keeping up with assignments on certain days. Thank you for this video, it helped me deconstruct my beliefs on success as a college student.

  • @TheKevinShen

    @TheKevinShen

    4 жыл бұрын

    So well said. It’s a tough balance to find. But I’m rooting for you, my friend :) 👊🏼😎

  • @aganib4506

    @aganib4506

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@TheKevinShen Thank you, Kevin. Great content! I wish you the best on making more high-quality videos!

  • @MattKander
    @MattKander4 жыл бұрын

    Awesome video. I think the hustle culture is slowly starting to crack as more and more people realize that hustle and health need to be balanced. More content around spreading that message, the better.

  • @NenaLavonne

    @NenaLavonne

    4 жыл бұрын

    Matt Kander agree!

  • @TheKevinShen

    @TheKevinShen

    4 жыл бұрын

    Yes! Well said, mate :)

  • @bloodline39

    @bloodline39

    Жыл бұрын

    Welcome to 2033 bro

  • @ruthnovita7581
    @ruthnovita7581 Жыл бұрын

    i just came back from japan thinking that i'm not working hard as they are and i should work more. i tend to have this "guilty feeling" everytime i have a leisure time and do nothing but this video giving me perspective, thank u for the reminder :) just what i need to hear!

  • @najberry
    @najberry3 жыл бұрын

    I lost my friend sister of 20 years this year the last time I saw her was 5 years then I realized I was caught up with my problems my depression that I forgot to see someone for 5 years and last word and I saw her still haunts me that I should come to see her ...

  • @normapadro420
    @normapadro420 Жыл бұрын

    Hello. In my situation was very different growing up. I was born in Puerto Rico, raised in Brooklyn, New York. It was an awful up bringing. I was bullied all my life, and never made friends with anyone. I decided to recreate my life. Completed my educational goals. Graduated from High School. Graduated College. Wrote a few books. Learned how to compose music. Now I compose music for movies, and television. I had a lot of time to get my life together, and when no one wants to be friends it's up to you to create success in your own life. I never thought that being mistreated by society could benefit my life as it has.

  • @lancer9916
    @lancer99163 жыл бұрын

    I'm at a point of time where I am really confused as to what my priorities in life should be. This video gave me a much needed perspective, I really needed this. Thank you

  • @hellouu
    @hellouu Жыл бұрын

    I used to be this person-too productive, in a way that I refused to go out of my room for lunch or dinner and be with my family. In the end, I had a misunderstanding with my parents, especially my dad, which later on I realized was something that can be avoidable. Good thing I was let go of that job. Now, I am more free to manage my time despite having a fixed 6am - 3pm job. I am no longer on this hustle pace. I wanted to find a part time job, but a body that fails me is telling me not to. I don't live a high earning life, but so far I have managed to be debt free and survive alone. I live a frugal life to balance work and leisure.

  • @vaporx
    @vaporx3 жыл бұрын

    TBH for the first time in my life the idea of "not hustling" made such sense. More and more people need to see this. Btw your channel is amazing, I hope you keep growing!

  • @TheKevinShen

    @TheKevinShen

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much! :)

  • @audychan96
    @audychan963 жыл бұрын

    Some people caught in the hustle culture deep down couldn't even convince themselves to love it and are absolutely miserable because of it, yet misery loves company so this idea of "hustle = productivity = ultimate self worth" is thus perpetuated

  • @VomVomar
    @VomVomar3 жыл бұрын

    This video NEEDS to be shared with EVERYONE! It is such a REAL motivational video! Design your life having your values as foundaments, your relationships as walls and your career only as roof of the house that is your life

  • @sbutte1127
    @sbutte11274 жыл бұрын

    I'm much better off financially for working too much and constantly investing but my negative social cost was massive as a result. No one likes a deadbeat, but your relationships are worth more than money.

  • @Kai_Cheng
    @Kai_Cheng3 жыл бұрын

    Great video dude! I believe people who are at their 20s really need to watch this and realize how important this is. Having support from family and friends is one of the way to prevent mental health problems.

  • @crimsonenigma5590
    @crimsonenigma55903 жыл бұрын

    This hit me hard man, thanks. I have been so focused on studying for my career and see other endeavors as a waste of time if it does not benefit my long term goals. I do value people and my friendships, but I realize that I have neglected them. I may think this way because my family and I have never been financially free and I want to give that to my family one day. But I also want to be able to help those around me.

  • @clementhoang7888
    @clementhoang78883 жыл бұрын

    This randomly showed up in my KZread Recommendations and said the words I didn't know I needed to hear. Kudos to you for stressing the importance of relationships.

  • @alexd4566
    @alexd45665 ай бұрын

    This video is more relevant now than it has ever been

  • @NenaLavonne
    @NenaLavonne4 жыл бұрын

    Couldn’t agree more! Love your perspective! We need to have balance in our life. Love your channel! ♥️♥️♥️

  • @TheKevinShen

    @TheKevinShen

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Nena! :) 🙏

  • @ImSuperGoodAtDancing
    @ImSuperGoodAtDancing3 жыл бұрын

    Bro… I am nearing burn out I am so grateful for everything I have and the opportunities I opened for myself especially with all the stuff I had to overcome. I still struggle with acceptance and I am definitely overworking myself because I always feel like a fraud. It’s starting to weigh on me

  • @user-zw2lz2qh2y
    @user-zw2lz2qh2y3 жыл бұрын

    After watchin tons of KZread vids about wealt and success i got this video recomended. And it is such a release! Wow! Its like my inner voice was talking to me through the screen. My inner voice that felt asleep through ages and cages. Thank you Morpheus! A great hope for awakening has returned to me again...

  • @elianaalzate03
    @elianaalzate037 ай бұрын

    Didn't expect to cry. Thank you for this.

  • @KAG1130
    @KAG11303 жыл бұрын

    Can I just say that I love your personality, energy and spirit! You're so warm, friendly and welcoming. I've recently quit my job to start my business and focus on it full time. And watching this video has definitely helped me to keep in mind that as I grow in my brand I should still make time for my loved ones as well. I think a good video idea would be time management or time balancing tips for people that would like to spend more time with their loved ones but fear missing out on something they could have been working on. Or maybe someone who spends to much time with loved ones and can't seem to get to the things they need to do. Also amazing videos and topics thus far, keep it up, you have a new subscriber!

  • @pepehorhae
    @pepehorhae2 жыл бұрын

    I remember back in 1st year law school, i took EVERYTHING for granted, including my grandfather who was sickly and who could only relate to me (because I belong to a family of professionals and my grandfather was a frustrated lawyer and me and him were the only two who were in the legal profession). One morning he just died and I didn't even spend time with him or my family, they had to guilt trip me into coming to the funeral against my intent on studying for my recitations and exams and I didn't allow myself to rest. Days since he passed, saw him in my dreams, told me to take care of grandma and ever since I made a vow to myself to always give time to others, especially the elderly, and to not take for granted life in general. People kill themselves in caffeine and lack of sleep and brag it on socmed like they are better than everyone else, living lives in comparison to what others outside of postgrad courses are, but I made sure to still bond with my family, laugh and visit friends, do my passions (which are not as great as they used to as stress took its toll on me and burn out as well). People see this law degree or profession as their life, to me, it's just a job now, a stepping stone for opportunity. I stopped letting this law degree define me after my grandfather died and rather let my relationships and peace of mind define me instead. At the end of the day, in my time of death or weakness, it's company i need that's gonna be here and not just some finance or security, before i go away forever. thanks for this vid boss, quality content!

  • @Luweezy
    @Luweezy3 жыл бұрын

    2:43..Damn that hit me hard too. It's really been like that for me. I've been 'hustling' a lot. Lack of sleep, sleepless nights, 'sacrificing' my family time, stuff like that. Truthfully I don't feel as happy, this road feels very hard and lonely. But, at the same time, I don't know. I'm in the process of not letting my 'hustle' get in the way.

  • @marvinschumann6832
    @marvinschumann68323 жыл бұрын

    The quality of your work is ridiculously high and you deserve to be seen by everyone!!

  • @same69410
    @same694103 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful video man, really touches on the core of what humans are, and what they need. Currently I am in college and last semester was the most stressful and damaging on me, both physically and mentally, because I pushed myself to study more at the cost of distancing myself from family. Now I realize that this is not a viable and sustainable plan for the future and would much rather, and am much happier being around family more at the cost of grades which ultimately don't mean shit in the long run.

  • @gorkemdi2085
    @gorkemdi20853 жыл бұрын

    This video gave me some different kind of chills. Thank you

  • @VictorSanchez-cd6ow
    @VictorSanchez-cd6ow3 жыл бұрын

    I rarely comment on YT videos but man, this was beautiful. Thank you for making this, deeply connected with me.

  • @DataProfessor
    @DataProfessor4 жыл бұрын

    Another epic video, thanks Kevin for the quality, inspirational video! 😃

  • @TheKevinShen

    @TheKevinShen

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks mate! 🙏😊

  • @GroundhogDK
    @GroundhogDK3 жыл бұрын

    How can a video (and channel) be this mindblowing eyeopening and sincere, and yet be so underappreciated? It boggles the mind! Thank you for making my day and possibly my life better by having enjoyed it. You have a new friend!

  • @TheKevinShen

    @TheKevinShen

    3 жыл бұрын

    Jacob you seriously just made my entire week with your comment. Thank you, brother :)

  • @camshand
    @camshand4 жыл бұрын

    Great breakdown dude, personally connect with this quite well. It's very easy to be focused 100% on one goal, isolating and neglecting other aspects of life. Keen to continue to become more self aware and to see more of your content to help in the process! 😁

  • @TheKevinShen

    @TheKevinShen

    4 жыл бұрын

    Well said, bro. It's tough! Thanks for being here! :)

  • @postalpancho
    @postalpancho Жыл бұрын

    I remember in my 20s traveling the world and hustling in business. It was one day when I scaled Mt.Fuji in Japan and made it to the top and looked down at the world. I remember feeling nothing inside and just wished I had someone there to enjoy the view with me. Hustling is great when you are young and I think everyone should do it in they’re lives to see how capable they can be but ultimately dial it back and start investing your time into relationships and hobbies. I have one friend at work in his late 50s and he is a daily reminder of what non stop hustling can do to someone’s life. He works 7 days a week, family is destroyed and I know he regrets some of his decisions. You may want a fancy watch, car, giant house but eventually you realize you are fine with a regular watch, a car doesn’t have to be super expensive to be enjoyable, and you only need a house to be big enough.

  • @mk0759

    @mk0759

    7 ай бұрын

    Yeah, but his wife was probably never satisfied with a regular watch, car and big enough house. Then she gets all resentful when he's away, working longer hours, stressed and tired every day to earn the cash for all the toys and trinkets 'they' (she) still 'can't be without'. I've seen examples of it too many times to not call it out.

  • @hamzaahmed3066
    @hamzaahmed30664 жыл бұрын

    The key to life is just simplicity. We work so hard to get a career and spouse and big house and that's fine but don't kill yourself for it. Enjoy the process enjoy the little things and yes make the most out of relationships

  • @TheKevinShen

    @TheKevinShen

    4 жыл бұрын

    Well said, my friend! We all need a reminder now and then :)

  • @ralfrudiger7276

    @ralfrudiger7276

    8 ай бұрын

    That traditonal dream/lifestyle is basically gone

  • @DaveSy
    @DaveSy3 жыл бұрын

    Amazing video! Watching this makes me miss casual hugs/bro handshakes that used to be given without a second thought. March 3, 2020 -- when most of us had no idea the pandemic would reach the severity it did. Getting out there and visiting with people has a profound impact on my efficiency in chasing my career dreams (even though I may feel like it takes away from my productive time). Such a relevant reminder during this time of slow recovery.

  • @AVL-Tree
    @AVL-Tree3 жыл бұрын

    Each person is different I guess. I had a HUGE community of people around me before. I spent entire 3 to 4 days per week being around that community and volunteering. Not really focusing on making money or anything at all. From recently to now, I've realized that all those connections are empty. They lead to no where in life. They don't produce any results that benefit other people...other than their own self to live a "happy life." Now, I've realized that I have to work harder to earn more money. I hate money and buying things. These things don't satisfy. But the reality is, helping other people need a lot of resources. One being money. Especially the non-profit organizations that focus on the 'output' and not trying to sell people their "good deeds". EDIT: important note, whoever says "money is the root of all evil" either doesn't/can't read or just parroting what others said out of utter misrepresentation. The actual verse is *For the love of money is the root of all evil.* Funny how a few words changes the whole meaning of a phrase huh?

  • @misspriss2482

    @misspriss2482

    3 жыл бұрын

    This. All of this is great when you're still young, I guess. As you get older though and you realize how broke you still are, there's only so much fun you can have when you don't have any money. Here's the thing though. You're right when you say that money doesn't satisfy. It's not supposed to. What money gives you is opportunities, choices, and the ability to bless and invest in other people. Like it or not, the world is run by money and how well you live in it often depends on what you can afford. Is hustling stressful? Yes. You know what else is stressful? Not being able to pay your bills or handle emergencies. The key is to strike a balance. Work hard, but make sure that you make time for friends and family.

  • @gervmay8116

    @gervmay8116

    3 жыл бұрын

    Why would you hate money? What’s the reason? Money is so good

  • @laodemuhammadm2781

    @laodemuhammadm2781

    3 жыл бұрын

    This maybe late but I agree with you. I have been lost my friends and lost connection with my family. I don't know, but when I around people who not same goals with me, I feel like this just wasting time. This is very guilty, but in my situation. I had to leave everything that doesn't matter to achieve my goals.

  • @wuzumaki

    @wuzumaki

    3 жыл бұрын

    I can understand that many people hate money At the same time, I believe that money is a great tool if used correctly. They say that "money is the root of all evil", but in reality it is the person in possession of the money that decides wether money is evil or not. Money can be spent to finance terrorist attacks, but money can also be spent to save people from dying from hunger. Money is neutral. Money doesn't change people, it only reveals who they truly are.

  • @AVL-Tree

    @AVL-Tree

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@wuzumaki Just an important note: whoever says "money is the root of all evil" either doesn't/can't read or just parroting what others said out of utter misrepresentation. This is not directed at you personally, mind you. It's to whoever "They" are in your reply. The actual verse is *For the love of money is the root of all evil.* Funny how a few words changes the whole meaning of a phrase huh?

  • @LivingtheMaverick
    @LivingtheMaverick Жыл бұрын

    I almost had in tears watching this video. Thank you for this;)

  • @nothinleader
    @nothinleader3 жыл бұрын

    Eye opening video. I've always felt there was something off with hustle culture but couldn't quite put my finger on what...you articulated it perfectly!

  • @AbrahamPalmer-wj5cb

    @AbrahamPalmer-wj5cb

    11 ай бұрын

    Same

  • @adamgoodluck9610
    @adamgoodluck96103 жыл бұрын

    *This video is just what I need now As motivation to invest*

  • @garyscott3754

    @garyscott3754

    3 жыл бұрын

    When you invest you're buying a day you don't have to work

  • @garyscott3754

    @garyscott3754

    3 жыл бұрын

    Assets that can make you rich, Bitcoin Stocks Real estate

  • @chinwendulizzy451

    @chinwendulizzy451

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@garyscott3754 You're right sir, it's obvious a lot of people remain poor due to ignorance

  • @chinwendulizzy451

    @chinwendulizzy451

    3 жыл бұрын

    It's better to take risk and make sacrifices than to remain poor

  • @paulifeanyiezenwa5914

    @paulifeanyiezenwa5914

    3 жыл бұрын

    It's not ignorance but due to some unprofessional expert in the market

  • @bulumkonapakade7314
    @bulumkonapakade73143 жыл бұрын

    This honestly made me smile, bru; the way you come across as so authentic literally felt like I made a new friend! I love content like this as I am one of those chronic self help type people; but I recently read the Tao Te Ching and that transformed my perspective on what it meant to be successful and productive; trying to achieve a state of flow instead of the “grind” culture. Excited to see what you’re going to post next friend 🤲🏾

  • @farrashafizh741
    @farrashafizh7413 жыл бұрын

    Yo, thanks for making this video bro. It definetely gave me chills! I feel like you're giving me a personal advice because lately I feel lost and lack of human connection. Chasing your goals isn't going to be interesting anymore when you lack human connection. Keep up the good work, mate! Looking forward for your future videos.

  • @maxschalow
    @maxschalow4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for helping me realise this. Friends and family should always be on top

  • @TheKevinShen

    @TheKevinShen

    3 жыл бұрын

    It’s a hard lesson to learn, but so important :) Big hugs my friend!

  • @andrewmcgrath8360
    @andrewmcgrath83603 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing!

  • @themoddingprodigy577
    @themoddingprodigy5773 жыл бұрын

    Great content. People need to know this. As a startup founder, I was prone to this initially, but then things started to make sense and luckily I am now starting to see what's what.

  • @KJuniorfied
    @KJuniorfied Жыл бұрын

    Kevin, you seem like a really cool and chill dude. I am happy I fell on this channel. Great video too bro! Much love to you and everyone reading this.

  • @sarahwangofficial
    @sarahwangofficial3 жыл бұрын

    I felt so much love from this video, thank you 💛

  • @KevinFremon
    @KevinFremon4 жыл бұрын

    Woah dude... so powerful and something I really needed to hear. Thank you, Kevin. 🙏🏼

  • @TheKevinShen

    @TheKevinShen

    4 жыл бұрын

    Kevin! Thank you man 👊😊

  • @afnan2146
    @afnan21463 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this.

  • @kevinklein3515
    @kevinklein35153 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this video!

  • @GoodJuice831
    @GoodJuice8313 жыл бұрын

    I really appreciate this man. Very impactful. Thank you my friend.

  • @hsk797
    @hsk7973 жыл бұрын

    This video answered something that i otherwise couldn’t have asked anyone else. I still don’t believe what works for you will work me as well but it’s something I genuinely wanted to hear. Thanks for the awesome video!

  • @snowzardmusic
    @snowzardmusic3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Kevin , big huge to you

  • @frankieflood7936
    @frankieflood79363 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Really wonderful delivery of a wonderful message.

  • @rogeliofelas6802
    @rogeliofelas68022 жыл бұрын

    Amazing man! After 2 incredible years of productivity, i started to realize this literally a couple days ago. Incredible content, new suscriber over here. Cheers man and thanks for this

  • @prajwalnl9303
    @prajwalnl93033 жыл бұрын

    After being bombarded with hustle videos in instagram this is the video I didn't knew I needed Thank you.

  • @ishaankumar3895
    @ishaankumar38953 жыл бұрын

    What I've learnt from these productive videos of productive youtubers has really boosted my mental health. I have quit social media and I find that working towards my goal makes me feel much happier than mindlessly browsing social media. However, I'm not saying that being with family and friends isn't fulfilling. It has its place as does work. But to say that family and friends alone can make you feel happy then you are dead wrong. Everyone tends to judge you. You're put on a pedestal each time you are in a family gathering. As someone wise has said, "Every coin has two sides."

  • @Enchanteralle
    @Enchanteralle3 жыл бұрын

    Wow, this is a great topic. I just found your channel. I think it's good to hustle as long as there is a limit. If there's particular financial goals to achieve (ie paying off debt, earning a down payment to purchase a home, etc.), it can motivate us to work harder, but problem is this hustle culture seems to have no end. I see that in the work culture these days that people are burned out and overworked because they only get more work when they work harder. So it's good to set boundaries despite working hard. And I also notice people compare how hard they work...it's kind of toxic. Just set your own pace and goals. I'm a hustler too, but when I hear my friend bragging about working 60 hours a week, I actually find it a bit annoying that she seems to glamorize it. Thanks for sharing!

  • @pequodexpress
    @pequodexpress4 жыл бұрын

    Great job, Kevin. I've been researching social media scammers to get a better idea of the way they layer their game. But once that curiosity was satisfied, I noticed that hustle culture has already changed the air we breathe, and have been wondering about the very things you discuss here. Well done. Thank you.

  • @TheKevinShen

    @TheKevinShen

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! :)

  • @Chifftie
    @Chifftie4 жыл бұрын

    Thought I was watching this on Netflix. Not for free on KZread... Freaking amazing content man!!!

  • @TheKevinShen

    @TheKevinShen

    4 жыл бұрын

    Haha wow this is one of the best comments ever, thank you brother. Means a lot :)

  • @ToosiiTypeBeat888
    @ToosiiTypeBeat8883 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Kevin for this. Keep doing your thing

  • @reedl9452
    @reedl94523 жыл бұрын

    Your channel is going to explode! I love the production quality and it's so refreshing to see advice more science-based

  • @bhaskarajulian
    @bhaskarajulian4 жыл бұрын

    love what do you do!!, and being a Authentic

  • @naoufalslimani3887
    @naoufalslimani38873 жыл бұрын

    i can't believe i have never came across your videos. it's just amazing, keep it up and thank you so much for sharing

  • @joshsgarage1545
    @joshsgarage15454 жыл бұрын

    That's an important video. You hit the bullseye of connectionism. Keep them coming.

  • @InnerResearcher
    @InnerResearcher3 жыл бұрын

    Glad this got recommended to me. Beautiful video, Kevin! Spot on.

  • @kushagrragkalra1645
    @kushagrragkalra16453 жыл бұрын

    amazing production quality mate . SERIOUSLY UNDERRATED .

  • @sharonyeunkim
    @sharonyeunkim3 жыл бұрын

    this video was so awesome to watch!

  • @suyashgoswami1775
    @suyashgoswami17753 жыл бұрын

    This is my first video of your channel !!and I’m already a fan !! 🔥 what a quality content

  • @benw6190
    @benw61903 жыл бұрын

    Dude this was such an amazing video, thank you for sharing your perspective

  • @jacobdodd7967
    @jacobdodd7967 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this

  • @adan3420
    @adan34203 жыл бұрын

    Why doesn't he have a million followers? I absolutely loved this video, the editing, and his articulation of words.

  • @AdemirAlijagic
    @AdemirAlijagic3 жыл бұрын

    Extremely nice and thoughtful message Kevin, thank you. Love your editing btw! 😊

  • @RidwanullahSolutions
    @RidwanullahSolutions3 жыл бұрын

    This is really good, thank you.

  • @Extorting
    @Extorting4 жыл бұрын

    People like you need more subscribers bro. The editing, the flow of the video - so perfect!

  • @TheKevinShen

    @TheKevinShen

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Anish! :)

  • @alu9360
    @alu93603 жыл бұрын

    Thanks I needed this message

  • @totoroid
    @totoroid2 жыл бұрын

    Nice Perspective. One of the few modern content pieces I’ve enjoyed

  • @akshaykunnavil9443
    @akshaykunnavil94433 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the video.

  • @pk-production5134
    @pk-production51343 жыл бұрын

    oh my goosh! You put a finger into a big problem of mine, which i'm struggling since a few years. I saw all those 'motivational Videos' where they say you have to work as hard as you can for your 'dreams' and don't let you stop by others. Which shaped me into an serious, sad and intollerante guy. I often was angry to others after watching these videos because 'they are holding me back'. I started to be doggedly about 'my dreams', which i was intentionally searching for. But to be honest i never was happy or satisfied about me. Either i was unsatisfied not doing little things that i have planned to do, like exercising every morning or making every homworks properly, or i was satisfied for little moments when i did everything i planned to do. But i wasn't happy with my life i always felt like in a war against everybody and myself, that if i don't go forward i will be broke and unhappy in future. And i'm 18yrs old doing cycling competitions and learning for school exams. And my goals were to make the best graduation in school and competing a specific race. I won't say that its bad to follow your dreams, rather i say it's important to follow your real dreams. But it's also very very important to be have a good connection to your environment beceause humans are social beings and no lonely fighters. Earlier, people who were selfish and not friendly, they had been thrown out of the group which meant back then they will die. Cheers

  • @eshtonpillay5536
    @eshtonpillay55363 жыл бұрын

    What an excellent video. It's criminal to think this guy has only 23k subscribers. You've earned one more bud. Great work, keep it up! God bless. 👍🙏

  • @lian3145
    @lian31453 жыл бұрын

    thanks man this video is beautifully made.

  • @upped3516
    @upped35163 жыл бұрын

    Thanks man!

  • @teronie213
    @teronie213 Жыл бұрын

    I love the narration and your cool demeanor. Amazing channel.

  • @cre82inspireworld
    @cre82inspireworld3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for this.

  • @tannerlucas4351
    @tannerlucas43513 жыл бұрын

    I needed this thanks 🙏

  • @cressy240
    @cressy2403 жыл бұрын

    Awesome video! This really resonates with me

  • @brontezaf9210
    @brontezaf92104 жыл бұрын

    You are awesome! Thanks for this video, it definitely hits home for me.

  • @TheKevinShen

    @TheKevinShen

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Bronte! :)

  • @adityashrivastava007
    @adityashrivastava0073 жыл бұрын

    Awesome video! I got burnt out working so 18 hours a day for 2 months on academics. Very well put video.

  • @CaspiaNadapdap
    @CaspiaNadapdap3 жыл бұрын

    This video quality is incredible!

  • @BuildingInFlight
    @BuildingInFlight2 жыл бұрын

    I love this!

  • @HEYitsTRAV
    @HEYitsTRAV4 жыл бұрын

    Love you, brother! Big hugs!

  • @TheKevinShen

    @TheKevinShen

    4 жыл бұрын

    Right back atcha man! 👊 :)

  • @AudrinaKO
    @AudrinaKO4 жыл бұрын

    that was great thank you!!!

  • @Chipayon
    @Chipayon3 жыл бұрын

    A year later, still applies. Rewatching as a reminder for myself 😌

  • @g-gamer1238
    @g-gamer12383 жыл бұрын

    An incredible video!!! I completely agree with everything you said!!!