Naval Ravikant on Happiness, Reducing Anxiety, and More | The Tim Ferriss Show
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Naval Ravikant is the co-founder and chairman of AngelList. He is an angel investor and has invested in more than 100 companies, including many mega-successes, such as Twitter, Uber, Notion, Opendoor, Postmates, and Wish. You can subscribe to Naval, his podcast on wealth and happiness, on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, or wherever you get your podcasts. You can also find his blog at nav.al.
For more Naval-plus-Tim, check out my wildly popular interview with him from 2015 ( • Naval Ravikant - The P... ), which was nominated for “Podcast of the Year.”
Please enjoy!
Start [00:00]
Does Naval still agree to do this podcast - in spite of declining to appear as a guest on others - in hopes of capturing Podcast of the Year laurels that were snatched from his grasp by Jamie Foxx the first time around? [06:10]
Who is the person currently featured in Naval’s Twitter profile, and how has he inspired us (and countless others)? [08:02]
Why there’s no such thing as science with a capital S, and what Nassim Taleb recently said about what he considers to be the opposite of education, and what it’s easier to macro than micro. [11:32]
The problems that arise - in humans and in AI - when jargon masquerades as knowledge, and where the most practical life lessons are really learned. [17:03]
How to get rich (without getting lucky). [24:58]
In what ways has Naval’s own journey followed the aforementioned tenets of getting rich without getting lucky, and why are get-rich-quick schemes for losers? [33:27]
Where do most of Naval’s personal, pithy tweets take form? Example: “Imagine how effective you would be if you weren’t anxious all the time.” [39:10]
How has Naval learned to cope with and take control of his own anxiety? [44:57]
What should proper meditation give us the power to do? [48:58]
The philosophers Naval reads before he goes to bed. [51:19]
How Naval tries to process the thoughts that go through his head when he’s meditating. [52:25]
What Naval’s daily meditation practice typically looks like, and why he considers it “sheer joy” even if he can’t explain in words exactly what “it” is. [54:50]
Where might someone interested in checking out the philosophy that inspires Naval begin? [57:55]
Naval and I agree that the reading of philosophy is especially effective as a way to counter the toxic effects of social media and current events. [59:42]
“Crypto stablecoins: choose between blowup risk, censorship risk, and fraud risk.” What does this recent, cryptic tweet from Naval mean, and why does Naval believe that cryptocurrency has the potential to be “a whole new casino that’s better than Wall Street” in decentralized finance? [1:01:57]
How might an absolute beginner make an informed entrance into the world of cryptocurrency? [1:10:27]
How might cryptocurrency be utilized in the real world for practical purposes like paying rent, buying food, or hiring a contractor to put a new deck on your house? [1:17:12]
What does Naval see as the future of cryptocurrency as it gets adopted more and more by mainstream investors? [1:21:46]
What does all truly effective self-help boil down to? [1:30:06]
If the modern Devil is cheap dopamine, what was the ancient Devil? Some musings on the compound interest of long-term thinking. [1:31:47]
Why it’s important to forge relationships with people who don’t make your interactions seem like a job. Or, as the Navalmanack says, “The first rule of handling conflict is: don’t hang around people who constantly engage in conflict.” [1:36:14]
The reason to win the game is so that you can be free of it. But what is the game, what does it take to be free from it, and is the key in realizing that not wanting something is as good as having it? [1:40:22]
This quote from Richard Feynman reminds me of Naval: “The first principle is that you must not fool yourself, and you are the easiest person to fool.” How does Naval strive to ensure he’s not fooling himself, and what did he learn from a guy named Craig in Thailand about choosing happiness? [1:46:08]
Parting thoughts. [1:54:16]
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❤❤l
Everytime i listen to Naval I evolve into a higher species. He makes me feel free and joyful.
He is just smart and knows how to sell.. same as Harris, Weinstein..
It’s just like one long meditation. (That I’m happy to sit through.)
@@zagreb2012 Sam Harris? He's not smart.
True
@@zagreb2012 😂
7:03 - Why Naval doesn't do podcasts anymore
8:52 - Feynmann
13:05 - Science vs. Social Science
17:30 - Memorization vs. Understanding
25:30 - "How to get rich" tweet storm
34:06 - Naval's path to wealth
37:00 - Optimizing for independence
39:35 - Anxiety
46:00 - Meditation: the unexamined life (really important)
50:40 - How Naval "meditates"
58:00 - Books to start with
1:02:32 - Crypto Stablecoins
1:31:00 - Long-term thinking
1:37:08 - Stay away from high conflict people
1:38:22 - Surround yourself with self-aware people (really important)
1:40:30 - The reason to win the game is to be free of it
1:48:00 - You must not fool yourself, and you are the easiest person to fool
Thank you
Appreciate it
Thank you
THANKS SO MUCH BUD
Bless you
Naval doesn't speak in sentences, each line he speaks is like a mind blowing revelationary quotes.
That's such a simplistic way to look at it
Naval might be my favourite podcast guest in the history of podcast guests.
Agreed!:)
Not enough podcasts with him out there...
Yes, I feel smarter for having listened to him for an extended period of time.
in history of everything
Could not agree more l
it's unbelievable how this level of value is given freely. This episode itself probably delivered more value than an entire semester of university.
For myself, three years worth!
It goes to show how outdated and inneficient our educational system is.
Don’t jinx it
You would probably want to listen to Naval's "How to Get Rich" series, then. It's about 3.5 hours long.
It’s also so dumb to say you can’t believe that conversations, knowledge sharing, and value is free.
It’s so cynical
Why would you ever wish that!
Naval: “there’s no lottery here to win. Lottery is for losers. Lotteries are just a tax on people who can’t do math” 😂😂
Better a self imposed tax with a chance of winning than forced tax with no upside, lol
@@philipmurray9796 yeah 'chance' xD
1 in 4 accidents caused by texting and driving: won’t be me
1 in 500 million to win lottery: you never know
Lol, Accurate AF
I thought Peterson said everything I was subconsciously thinking, but this guy takes it to a new level.
New hero.
Naval’s voice and wisdom always calm my mind and give me hope.
You’re right
How to get wise without getting lucky: listen to Naval
I need people like Naval in my life. Imagine having friends like him
Be that friend!
Ask Allah to be your friend
@@aniketmajety3795 why?
I am here
I would simply pass away
I can’t get enough of Naval’s wisdom ever since his first appearance on this podcast. The guy is ludicrously smart, and can recall his knowledge faster than anyone I’ve witnessed, but more interestingly, a lot of his views go against common convention, which has changed the way I think about life in many ways.
Phenomenal
If you can't name and explain thé ways hé changed your life, how Can you bé sure of thé understanding of his Principles ?
@@jeanrenetournecuillert2449 I never said or implied that I would cite all of the ways, I'm not about to write an essay in CZcams comments
He's not that smart. He just says things on his mind and speaks on his experiences. In fact most of hat he says is common sense IMO! But yes, he's smart for doing something about it. While we all sit at home and do fuck all with our lives haha.
Blessings brother!
@@DieTryingK He is freakishly smart, arguably a genius and a lot of people in Silicon Valley and the tech/investor realm consider him as the smartest guy they know. Not only academically with his understanding of economics, physics, computer science etc. But his emotional intelligence and ability to eloquently package complex ideas into an accessible sound bite that literally anyone can understand. Which is why you probably don't think he's that smart, only people who deeply understand a topic or idea are able to explain to a 5 year old.
Watch his periscopes or read some of his tweets where he explains his thought process in more detail, the guy isn't a billionaire by accident.
Please Naval go on the JRE again. It was one of the best episodes ever.
Yes. I just came here after that. It's nice being able to see the person
Tim has specific questions. Tim is a guy who writes for people who are hes target audience ( tim ferriss himself) its up to you to choose and they both (Naval and tim) would agree on this. JRE is the best but Tim doesn't sacrifice for "others" cheers
Because Joe famously kept going "ummm" and "aah"
I’ve beeb obsessed with Naval since 2015. I’ve read almost all of Naval’s tweets and retweets and watched all of Naval’s CZcams videos and I’m so much smarter and wiser because of this. Huge thanks to Naval for all you’ve done! Thanks to Tim for interviewing Naval again!
Yes but have you started creating wealth?
@@lordloneshadow7572 Yes. I started creating wealth years before I “retired” in February 2018. My money works for me now and I haven’t rented out my time for money since February 2018.
@@BrentNally So good to hear that! Now this, is inspirational.
Ditto He and now Michael Saylor are my two tech-philosopher kings. Obsessed doesn't even begin to describe.
🤐@@BrentNally
This man is important. Every young person needs to hear this.
5:12
5 minutes of ad.. woah
Legend
Thank you !
thank you!
top-tier comment
From 35:07, for about 4 and a half minutes, Naval delivers a passage of pure mental, bare metal chassis, mental javelin, TRUTH, that has me swaying like a boxer hit with a hardcover book of WTF. He makes the elusive seem so obvious, and then the realisation sets in, and the obvious once again becomes elusive. Damn this life.
I noticed this as well. The man's clarity is on another level. Your comment is brilliant too!
THE BEST PODCASTS EVER!!
Naval always comes through with life changing insights and wisdom
Waking up to a Naval Ravikant youtube rec is the best way to start my Saturday morning! Listening to his JRE episode changed my outlook and life for the better!
agreed!
OK I understand sequel sucks, but go back on the JRE as well.
and watch Godfather Part II
Joes sheep ass would never have him on again, especially whens hes calling out science during a plandemic.
Harry Potter 2 was pretty lit
Lord of the rings two towers also pretty lit
Yes! For me the 'sequel' is the first time!
Jeez listening to naval is so amazing, it’s like every thing he says there’s a little of wisdom with each sentence, thank you Tim and Naval for the content !
I'm very grateful of this time and age and the people like Naval and Tim giving value in the form of information that we can use to make our lives better. Just pure good for people looking for good. there's no excuse anymore. if you want to win your game you can and after you win forget about it. cheers from Chile. thank you guys! have a good and long life you all!
Purpose of money is freedom, but the key to freedom is responsibility, not money.
“The first principle is that you must not fool yourself - and you are the easiest person to fool.” Richard Feynman
Reading how to get rich and listening to naval’s podcasts have fundamentally changed how I think about everything in life
Naval is like a mentor and a friend that I always wish I had around me all my life. His wisdom and insight into life, philosophy, creating wealth, investment, relationships are pure gold. Listening to his “how to get rich” (how to create wealth) podcast and this interview have changed the way I think about all these aspects and how prioritize things in my life. Thank you, Naval, and Tim!
If Naval starts a cult, I’m down
Me too
This guy bridges concepts of Deep Spirituality & Entrepreneurship so well!! Totally keen to adopt this approach! His ideas, concepts and philosophies speak to my soul!!
I love Naval - I love his simple podcast and I love the non-bs approach. I love how Naval forces self criticism & self awareness upon the listener/interacting party.
Thanks Tim. Naval is the modern stoic mentor we all need right now. Much love.
Naval is the best. Such a positive and joyful man!
One of my all-time favorite personalities, Naval :)
Sequels are good when it stars Naval.
Naval gives me the best understanding of life in this planet. Period!
The best podcast I have ever heard. And I listen to the multitude of them.
I have attempted to meditate many times in my life and prior to this CD the only success I've experienced is with live guided meditation. czcams.com/users/postUgkxzpa8CIfZcihW4Z0F_ja0QF3W9KIatrsq This is the first CD I've used that cuts through my unmedicated ADHD and enables me to truly relax and experience a quiet and energizing interval. The instructors voice is very soothing and pleasant to listen to. I am easily able to sit successfully through the entire CD, and for quite some time after. I cannot adequately express how tremendously helpful this CD has been on my spiritual journey!! Two thumbs up and 10 stars!
This conversation was brilliant, beautiful, and calming. Especially the last 30 minutes.
1:00:28 - omg thank you, I had to hear this! I'm so sick and tired of feeling as if it's my duty to be focused on every single world issue over my own result producing activities!
This video makes me pause it. Think about how Naval is able to put out so profound knowledge in a way which is easy to grasp. Thank you Tim for asking great questions on our behalf.
This video should reach to every person on this planet ❤pure gem
I listened naval's early podcast 5 times and I don't know how many I listen to this.
When does naval surface again? We need another almanac
Naval is the most practical wise person I've ever had the pleasure of listening to. There's lots of really wise and smart people out there who also give out a lot of phenomenal advice... But Naval has a way of simplifying all of his wisdom into easy to digest, neatly packaged ideas that even a simpleton like me can understand and apply into my life in a practical way. Also the part that shocked me most was that Tim didn't know what an NPC was
Love the way Naval speak and articulate his ideas. Amazing!
Naval Ravikant, Sir thank you so much for your wisdom.
I Immediately always take time around my day to put in new naval ravikant talks!
Always love listening to Naval, amazing thinker
omg I've been waiting for a new interview with Naval
Pausing the video to comment this. Thank you Tim for bringing Naval to the show. I'm fortunate to have this guidance even though it's just someone's opinion of their life. This is pure value.
So much to understand the first time. I’ll be listening to this quite a few times!
Wow, his speech is so clear and loaded with meaning. Every one of his sentences can be cut out and made into a great tweet
Wow thank you for posting this and thank you Naval for speaking from your mind and heart....this podcast is all wisdom.
This is the type of podcast I have to watch with a notebook and a pen
Naval is my mentor. Thanks for another fantastic talk!
Literally one of my favorite podcast episodes. My second listen. 🔥 Naval is so inspiring!
I really needed to hear this right now. Thank you for another amazing episode!
Great stuff! Inspiring and informative. Thank you Tim and Naval.
World needs more people like Naval
I just finished naval and Tim's last podcast and I got the notification of this new one😁😁😁
Only reason for downloading Twitter is to follow Naval. Thanks for getting him back again Tim despite Navals hate for podcasts lol.
So I am not insane after all. I really enjoyed listening to this. The worse mistake Ive ever made is to compare my self to people around me and trying to be smart using words that do not make a thorough sense to me. I wish I could listen to Naval all the time thank you!
Such a wise sage. Thank you for sharing 🙌🙌🙌
Lifetime of wisdom encapsulated in 2 hours of bliss
If you listen to Naval you can be my friend. Simple!
This is soooo expansive! Thank you Tim and Naval!
Thank you Naval and Tim ! Superb conversation !!
A whole sermon on getting with yourself to free yourself. What a great conversation.
Two brilliant human beings. The talk about Crypto gives me goose pumps. Mind blowing wisdom!
Yes I LOVE this guy! Thanks Tim and Naval :)
Been looking forward to another podcast from Naval
Thank you Tim for introducing us to this wonderful person. 勉強になりました！
The part he touched on how ppl used to hanging on to the old path or relationship really got me, that is probably the reason destroyed many of our lives of not willing to let go of sth bad but we are already comfortable with, a career path not too bad to at least provide a good living, a relationship not too bad to at least have a family, i wish i have the courage to press the reset button everytime when it no longer serves the best out of me!!
Okay Naval is the Man!! Such wealth if knowledge!! So thorough ! Thank you thank you !!
Loved every minute of this, very enriching thank you both
This episode has been mind blowing, much thanks!
So stoked to listen to this epic-sode!! 😉
This is the best content i have ever came across in my CZcams life… amazing to know you guys.
..what a pleasure! Thank you so much!!
Absolutely agree. I have not watched Netflix or any work of fiction ever on my own. It just does not tickle my curiosity or interest. But I do just as a social engagement with friends and family
Really grateful for naval's valuable insights. He has really helped me to get my life together somehow.
Naval, you are truly world class.🙏
Masterpiece, can't thank you enough!
There is no difference between not wanting it and having it.
Changing lives one podcast at a time. The value in each question answered is worth repeating multiple times.
Absolute gold from Naval as usual. Worth a whole lot more that many 4-year degrees.
this episode will end up as one of the all time greats
This episode was great. And the music you put in the end makes me want to hear all the commercials :)
He's geniune advice connects us all so deep with him.. 👌👌🔥
Listening to him is pure joy
such a great guest advanced tech geek and a vintage mind wish the audio quality is better
Thanks for the precious info and for the wisdom guys ;)
This episode got me so much high - I listened to it twice to digest it completely :)
It's like every 20 seconds Naval is dropping a knowledge bomb. Can't keep up, this podcast needs a week to digest
That was a fantastic explanation of Bitcoin.
Great examples 👌
Naval is the guru that we do not deserve but we need, who else thinks he should write a book?
Naval's talks enhance the intelligence. Love from India ❤
Thank you Naval and Tim. I just ordered $200 in books. Looking forward to the next lockdown/this winter.
One of the best episodes of all time!
I wouldn't recommend multitasking while listening to this. Don't underestimate the value being presented here just because it's a free CZcams podcast. If you actually take the time to pause, understand, think through these topics, then apply what is being said, it not only will take you to higher level of thinking. But it has the potential to give you a shot at genuinely becoming wealthy and successful in the modern era.
So much inspiration, well done.
wow a year ago today, these two are both an inspiration