I’d like to say that the point you made about clickbait was exactly right. When I see one of your videos appear in my notification box, I know I’m going to get what I click on, and I personally appreciate that so much. Keep rocking, Matt!
Didn't even need clickbait to get me interested. The video on Black friday (First one I saw) was even better then I expected and made me watch a ton of other videos as well. Hooray for someone with standards, even that just makes me likes the videos.
Yes! I rarely complain on videos but just 15 mins ago I complained in comments to a channel that makes very entertaining videos most of the time, but he has no problems making clickbait videos and that annoys the heck out of me, like his content stands out on its own without having to disrespect viewers and their time with shit like that. Anyways, back to point.. thanks Matt for respecting your viewers. Respect works both directions, and you surely have earned mine by having moral standards. Not running ads on your channel is not something I as a viewer can even expect (creators should earn a living), but you crazy mofo went that far to make the experince that much more enjoyable.. Next level shit, man :)
I haven't done one of these AMAs on the channel before but being that the year just came to a close I thought it'd be fun. What topics & experiments would you be most interested in seeing in 2019?
Matt I really need your help. Im 11 and I really feel passionate about minimalism, but the mindset and lifestyle of my family isn’t really helping. How do I explain to them what minimalism is? 🙏🏻 Happy New Years everybody!
Would love to hear your take on education. Or at the least, how you educated yourself on business, freelance, and social skills for your client work. Cheers!
Dude that 15 min timer tip is a game changer! If you don’t mind I’m going to pause this video and start a 15 min timer to get this episode edited! I’ll be back later... thanks man!!
Paul Adams - Paul, this is amazing man!!! So simple yet it seems to be very helpful. 25 min of work followed by a 5 min break. I’ll give it a shot! Appreciate you taking the time man!!
@@JMacsAmateurKitchen Not a problem. Hope it works for you. It certainly has for me. Not just for study but also the mundane tasks such as ironing or cleaning the bathroom
Your tip about deadlines and perfectionism is exactly what I needed. I happen to be guilty of paying extreme attention to detail in most of the projects I carry out, and to no one's surprise, I achieve perfection in none of them. This often results longer periods of work that are not necessary, and subsequently, I may fail to meet deadlines. I will definitely take this tip and apply it into my life in hopes of improvement! Thank you as always for sharing!
I just wanted to say congratulations on your success Matt. I've literally been here since you had less than 100 subs. Your content, quality and general purpose is inspiring and consistent since you began a couple years ago. Great to see people who deserve to be succesful do so. Inspiring man, thanks for adding value for us and insight on minamilism and a whole range of life advice from content creators all over the world. 🤙🏾
Moved out of a toxic home environment and quit a job I didn’t like. I’m in a new city surrounded by ppl I love and who love me. A lot has changed this past week but I’m so stoked for this year and for more of your content. Thanks to the Ground Up Show I got the Marie Kondo book and have finished creating my happy making minimalist wardrobe. Still more to do but the 25 min Pomodoro Technique really helps. I really needed that reminder though, I’ve been procrastinating. Thank you for being so authentic and wonderful! Sending you and Nat lots of light and love 💜☺️
I've been doing cold showers on and off for 2 years. I feel so much better after taking one, but wow does it suck so much to step into freezing cold water every morning!
Chris Thurber Yeah, I tried it for a couple of weeks it sucked but it helped and I guess I kinda felt like it wasn’t worth the comfort and relaxation I get from warm showers
Matt D'Avella Start warm, end cold. All the health benefits but less unpleasant. Just do 1-2 min cold to end it. Starting cold is fucking terrible, can confirm.
Which are the benefits of taking a cold shower? 🤔 My grandfather was a doctor and he used to recommend this to his patients but I never thought about asking why.
I am not minimalist but as a creator I feel like I benefit from your channel so much, it makes me think differntly without feeling like your idea or life choices are being imposed on your watchers. Thank you so much
You know no idea on how aware I became ever since I started watching your videos. I’m now improving everyday , growing and it all started with you channel. Thank you , Matt.
What I thought was great about your answers is that you really are saying to people to do what they want to do. Don't make a title purely for clickbait, don't make a video just to please everyone, don't change your style to suit others. Create things that you would be proud of and you are interested in and the rest will follow. Yes, listen to others but then experiment for yourself. Everyone is an individual and what works for one won't work for all. Your videos are fantastic in quality and content Matt. They have been a life changer for myself and appreciate the work that you do for each one. Once I'm no longer a Uni student in debt I will be signing up to your patreon cause you definitely deserve it. Thank you.
Hey Matt, I'm from Brazil and I've been studying English every day, and I watch your CZcams channel cuz it's help me learn more about be a minimalist and improve my listining... So thank you so much
::heavy breathing:: YESSSSS 30 DAY CHALLENGES! I would LOVE to see your take on them, ESPECIALLY quitting sugar and keto! Your videos are always so informative. I’ve seen ton of other videos on quitting sugar and keto, but I know you’ll bring something new to the table. Can’t wait to see what ya bring man!
I love your consistency! Thank you so much for your motivation! Thanks to you, I've grown to nearly 45000 views and 1600 subs in my first year, and got shouted out by the biggest channel that does what I do!
It’s no doubt that your videos always add value to my life 😌 with there amazing sound quality, HD and fricken amazing topics!! 🙌 Your videos have really helped me to simplify my life and they still are 🙂
I struggle with perfectionism and that combined with anxiety was crippling to me when I was finishing my degree. I write a paper feel passionate about my argument and not write a conclusion. A friend suggested using the timer trick to start tasks and this has helped me immensely! If I need to do daily tasks like washing the dishes or tidying my apartment I'll set a timer for 20 minutes and typically breeze through that. Thanks for the video Matt!
Ive used the timer method with books. I hadn't read since highschool (probably 5 years out now). Read 2 chapters before bed, but I often end up reading a lot more. And I started reading personal finance books! Thanks for the motivation to look inward and push forward!!
Matt, you have no idea how much this content is helping me to put my life back on track during a really tough period. Thank you. Your vibe, content, soundtrack, voice and script are inspiring. Great work!
Points that I found important for myself 1:41 Q1: Have you ever come across a situation where you need to do something but you just don't feel like it? How do you continue to say motivated for the long run? A lot of time we think that we need and want motivation because we could remember back to a time when we felt so inspired that the work was effortless. But instead of motivation what we really want is to simply get things done and in order to get things done that we really don't want to do right now I found that there are two-three things that really work well for me 1. Set very clear and specific deadlines.very Firm and set deadlines. I rarely have an excuse good enough to skip them and for me having this constant process allows me to avoid procrastination, allows to over doubt, and MOST IMPORTANTLY it PREVENTS ME FROM PERFECTIONISM. From making sure that I am not tinkering every single pixel and every single frame to make sure that this video is just right. I get it to be just good enough and then I ship it. 2. Set a timer This was really important for me when I was really just starting out. I hadn't yet developed the habit or built up this practice of sitting down and doing the work everyday. So sitting down for even an hour or two was difficult. So basically you set a timer very short period of time 15-30 minutes. You click start and you start working and the only commitment is to work for that 15-30 minutes. you will find that usually you will end up working lot longer.You'll breeze past that 15-30 minutes and you will just keep working because the most difficult part is sitting down to begin with. 3. I really like what I do. If you like the Idea of being a filmmaker more than you love the actual process of filmmaking then you gonna have a really difficult time so find something that people have to pull you away from. Find something that you love so much that you don't wanna stop and I will say that is the best place to find productivity in any field. 4:09 Q2. If you could add any courses as an option to take during college that doesn't already exists. What would it be and why? 1. Personal finance 2. Behavioural change These two are really important topics that most people don't spend enough time learning. Both of them have had a massive change effect on my life and changed the I look at the world and changed the way that I show up everyday. Don't rely on a college syllabus to teach you everything that you need to know in life.If you're just relying on other people to give you the information that you need to live healthy and productive Life, you are not going to get very far. You need to understand that this is your life Stop letting other people control it. Try to figure out what you really want out of it for yourself .
Recently found your channel through your Black Friday vid that was featured, and what can I say, I’m hooked. Low key obsessed with your videos. Always looking forward to them Also. I’ve been watching your older videos and holy shit, whatever workouts you’re doing, you can SEE the difference. Keep it up 🤙🏼
"Find something that you love so much that you don't wanna stop." This sentiment... man. I keep hearing it over and over again. Yet, here I am, about to graduate college, and I have no idea what that thing that I "love" is. I'm starting to think I don't have one particular thing that I have an affinity for over another.
Thank you for all the amazing and thought provoking content Matt. I only found your stuff relatively recently (~2 months) but so far its inspired me to be more mindful and to live a simpler, yet more fulfilling life. Again, thank you
We're moving into our new home and i want it to be minimalistic. Because of your vids, i now understand that minimalism starts from within urself and not only being shown through living room or bedroom designs. New subscriber here ☝️ You're now my inspiration 👍
Instead of motivation what we really want is to get things done! Set very clear and specific deadlines. It helps to: - Avoid procrastination - Overcome doubt - Prevents perfectionism Set a timer - It is just like the Pomodoro timer - Most of the time you will exceed this duration Do what you love, love what you do!
Finding this channel (and your movie) in late 2018 has motivated me getting rid of excess stuff and make changes on my diet. Little steps come a long way. Thanks Matt!
I recently switched to OMAD Keto. I’m an extremely picky eater and the thing I’ve always struggled with the most is breaking my addiction to carbs, because as a picky eater, carbs are generally safe foods. They’re bland and filling. After switching to Keto, I started trying new things out of necessity and have found that, in combination with eating only one meal a day, I’ve finally been able to experience consistent weight loss. Idk what it is about Keto specifically, or more just that there are more Keto foods that I can eat compared to another diet, in any case it has worked for me
'Being seen as an experimenter, not an expert' this really resonates with me and I think this has been my unconscious intention as an artist, but never articulated it. Thank you for another beautiful video :)
I took personal finance in college, but it wasn't what I feel like it should be. The class was basically teaching what personal finance is, but never teaching how to manage your personal finances. I was slightly disappointed, but I needed the credit, so I took it. Also, cold showers are so good for you! But there are a few ways you can do it wrong. It is better if you start warm so that your pores can open up, that way you can clean the dirt out. Once clean, switch to cold. This switch will then close your pores (keeping anything from getting in), and give you a nice wake up call! If you just use cold water the whole time, your pores don't have a chance to open and get rid of the grime of everyday life. Same applies to your hair. Warm opens the cuticle (outer layer of hair), and cold closes it which, in a way, seals it for a time.
Theres a lot of motivation and self improvement youtube videos out there. This is easily one of the most direct videos, with the least amount of fluff, and most valuable content I've seen on this subject. So many of these types of videos are just vague lists of ideas with very little value. This isn't one of them. Thanks Matt
I dont know if you will see this but you are the reason I uploaded a CZcams video today I was honestly scared to death my heart was racing and I was putting horrible scenarios in my head of how my friends/others would react. But binge watching your CZcams videos gave me a confidence in a way and I wanna personally tell you thank you.
I tend to gravitate towards cool and light colors but I'm loving the warm tones of your vids. Thank you for yet another inspiring content, Matt! May you have the best year thus far.
I dont think minimalism has much to do with money. You can buy one single possession, and that one possession can bankrupt you. Minimalism doesnt equal cheap or saving money. It can, but if the few things you do buy are super expensive, then it wont change a thing.
Matt I really need your help. Im 11 and I really feel passionate about minimalism, but the mindset and lifestyle of my family isn’t really helping. How do I explain to them what minimalism is? 🙏🏻 Happy New Years everybody! Edit: WOAH 5 LIKES??? Thanks! Please check out my channel!
Love the concept of being an experimenter rather than an expert. You're not only encouraging your own personal growth and avoiding stagnation, but also humanizing yourself to your audience. I think this already shows in your videos- you act like a real person, not a caricature of yourself (as far as we know...). That's a huge part of why I enjoy your videos so much - in addition to the smooth jazz and slo-mo coffee prep shots.
I love the last part Matt! And i think that's why I resonate with you. I love that we are all just learning and learning from one another! Good luck on 2019! Will still keep following you!
After showing documentary about minimalism done my Matt on Netflix to my wife, she threw out almost 30% of her stuff from our wardrobe, it works! Great vide!
Your videos are calming for my squirrel-like brain 💓 during my chaos, seeing your notification pop up brings me such hope that Imma chill the hell out soon 😊
You're so inspirational! I know the definition of inspirational is relative, but you don't have to be a million/billionaire to be successful. In my humble opinion, you're doing what you love, living your ideal life, and helping others do the same through your influential and respectable work! I have been following your channel for a while, and I have never been anything short of inspired to live a productive, healthy, and enjoyable life worth living. Keep doing you, you're doing great!!!
Hi Matt. I'm Isaac from Kenya. You've just helped me answer something I've been dealing with for a long time. Thanks for sharing & your devotion... or whatever makes you keep posting these videos with close to no pay off. Have a good one
I do pomodoros when writing! So I set my alarm for 25 minutes, break for 5-10, then I work for another 25 minutes. Often times I go over because this is really just to help me get the writing juices flowing. I DO need to implement this in other areas though.
I have to confess your videos have changed my life for the better. I'm always making the bed, tidying up and cleaning my home and my boyfriend is quite the opposite. I used to be mad at him sometimes because of that, but then I started watching your CZcams channel and I heard you talking about you putting Natalie's shoes in the closet and you being ok with her messy toilet cabinet 😂 And now i'm in peace with my "clean-obsessed" part in this couple, hahaha. Thanks, Matt. PD. Sorry for my english, I'm spanish.
You know what, the most important reason why I keep watching your videos is that, I find it’s an effective way to improve my English... cuz you speak so clearly. Hehe
In sweden we have an obligatory subject in school called hemkunskap where you learn some personal finance, cooking, cleaning and washing. The basics you need to know about how to take care of a home.
Hi Matt! I am Chi from Tokyo. I am learning a lot from you how to survive in such a struggle life in Japan. Your videos mean a lot for me. I always wish to live strong like you.
I've been on a strategy of personal growth that involves focusing on long-term goals that I care more about that the way I presently feel. It's amazing, and I really recommend setting reachable goals for anyone who feels like they're in a slump. If you have trouble reaching those goals, use this strategy: ask yourself who you want to be. Then put effort in accordance to who you WANT to be. Eventually it'll be second nature and you'll be able to crush your goals as if you're a different person, and by that point you will be. Best thing I've learned is that there are almost equal parts good and bad times, but powering through the bad times makes you a much better person in the long run and gives you the ability to excel in and appreciate the good times.
You’re right that college isn’t the only place you can learn. Honestly, for a lot of people, they might not even need college to learn what they need to as long as they are disciplined enough to create their own structure and follow it.
Thanks Matt, you are doing a great job. Your channel is meaningful and your content gets value to us. It is not repetitive, inspiring and fun which probably is the reason why I do check your videos every week.
Mate.! As this guy of the coffe business.! I wanna say thanks, couse few mouths a go I discover you and your podcast are the things that i watch every night to chill and make me think about, i really sorry for my english and i hope you carry on wit your videos and podcast, they help to people understand your world and make some of us follow your way of minimalism.! Again thanks you so much i send you a big hug from the paradise/ the canary islans in spain! Ps: Thanks to your girlfriend to show her point of view of you world of minimalism.!🙏🏼😂
I have no idea if you're into writing, but I have this feeling that one day your gonna write a really good book. Your videos make me feel positive and motivated all the time
One great thing about your minimalism and your love of film is that those shirts look so good on you with that lens filter. Edit: i commented this at the beginning of the video. Thenyou mentioned supporting the channel and I thought, "I've got a little extra cash, i can become a patron." Then you said the video was about color grading your videos. Guess I'm all in now lol
This video felt like I was having a short visit from a practical advice friend. Watching your video here in London UK over looking a wintery morning skyline. Thanks for popping by Matt, I'll make sure there's biscuits next time 😁
I just admire the way he can speak to the camera fluently without mistakes, probably it is because of practice, that's why i admire him due to he has been practicing to achieve the that. (I know there are some bloopers maybe however he still being able to speak his mind fluently for most of the parts of the videos without cuts. I just want to be able to create content as he does in the future. Success Matt.
I loved your ending. So much. You said you will continue to learn with us. ❤️❤️ I really enjoy watching your videos, I've watched around 5-6 because I've just found your channel a month ago. You are the first guy who talks about productivity taht I'm following and I love your views, its sharp and honest. I really learned from this video, on many of the questions you answered. Thanks Matt! 😊😊😊
I do trust you...thanks for seeing the value in that. I also think being aware of not rehashing the same story or info too much is really important. Enjoying the videos!
I started getting up at 3 am and used the timer method to write. Wrote like 90 pages of a book in two weeks. I do 25 minutes on and then a 5 minute break for about 2 to 3 hours a day. Crazy effective.
so much nuggets in one video especially about clicbaity titles and trying to one up yourself. im spazzzzing. thanks for this matt! really enjoyed and love how it once again resonates with me too, cheers!
Great video! And I’m finding out the hard way, that it does rain in LA and ppl act like it’s a blizzard 😒. Anyway, the timer idea to work on one task is an excellent idea. One of the additional benefits is that it teaches you to focus on one task for a period of time. Do this enough times and you will find yourself getting things done faster within a time period.
Clear, honest, valuable. Dude you're on a roll, 2019 will be a very big year for you.
Nathan, you were só right. Look at Matt now (and yourself...). Such inspiration. Thanks for doing what you guys are doing!
2020 will even be better🥰
I’d like to say that the point you made about clickbait was exactly right. When I see one of your videos appear in my notification box, I know I’m going to get what I click on, and I personally appreciate that so much. Keep rocking, Matt!
That's great, thanks Sam.
Didn't even need clickbait to get me interested. The video on Black friday (First one I saw) was even better then I expected and made me watch a ton of other videos as well. Hooray for someone with standards, even that just makes me likes the videos.
Yes! I rarely complain on videos but just 15 mins ago I complained in comments to a channel that makes very entertaining videos most of the time, but he has no problems making clickbait videos and that annoys the heck out of me, like his content stands out on its own without having to disrespect viewers and their time with shit like that. Anyways, back to point.. thanks Matt for respecting your viewers. Respect works both directions, and you surely have earned mine by having moral standards. Not running ads on your channel is not something I as a viewer can even expect (creators should earn a living), but you crazy mofo went that far to make the experince that much more enjoyable.. Next level shit, man :)
Mr. D'Avella.
Please stop making addictive content, thank you.
Look up for Gabor Maté on the topic of addiction. He has videos on CZcams.
I haven't done one of these AMAs on the channel before but being that the year just came to a close I thought it'd be fun. What topics & experiments would you be most interested in seeing in 2019?
Matt D'Avella your the best I love your videos I've watched all your podcasts BTW have a great day
Matt I really need your help. Im 11 and I really feel passionate about minimalism, but the mindset and lifestyle of my family isn’t really helping. How do I explain to them what minimalism is? 🙏🏻
Happy New Years everybody!
Matt D'Avella how to avoid Tik-Tok ads
Consumerism, advertisements, Peanut butter?
Would love to hear your take on education. Or at the least, how you educated yourself on business, freelance, and social skills for your client work. Cheers!
Thanks coffee guy Chris! Your not asking for publicity made my day.
Coffee Guy Chris for the win! I cracked up when I received his email + voice message. I had to take him up on his offer.
Yeah totally true☺
@@mattdavella how was the coffee?
*Success is not final, 2018 failures are not fatal. It is the courage to continue in 2019 that counts.*
It isn't a Matt D'Avella video without some coffee B-Roll!
Lol true.
I got so confused because I follow Chris's channel and thought I clicked on the wrong video lol
Dude that 15 min timer tip is a game changer! If you don’t mind I’m going to pause this video and start a 15 min timer to get this episode edited! I’ll be back later... thanks man!!
I suggest you google "Pomodoro Technique" A simple but very effective tool
Paul Adams - Paul, this is amazing man!!! So simple yet it seems to be very helpful. 25 min of work followed by a 5 min break. I’ll give it a shot! Appreciate you taking the time man!!
@@JMacsAmateurKitchen Not a problem. Hope it works for you. It certainly has for me. Not just for study but also the mundane tasks such as ironing or cleaning the bathroom
I enjoyed the chill vibe of this one. Thanks for answering the questions bud!
Wonderful videos..👌👌😀😀
It seems like you are following me first 21 pilots and now matt . XD
@@pranithjoshuanimal5779 ayyyy 21 pilots represent!
Dude you're so close to 1mil cant wait because you deserve it for the great content you put out.
Thank you :)
Matt D'Avella you should really monetize your channel. You would be making bank🤑
Now he has 1M!
Lol 1.2 million now!
Exponentially. 1.8M now
I don't wanna be seen as an expert, I wanna be seen as an experimenter. So inspiring!
I'm digging these question slides. The subtleties of the editing and the sound design are so satisfying.
Matt's videos are so oddly satisfying and relaxing it's incredibleeeeee
I agree! There's something special in him voice and presence and is mesmerizing.
It's his voice and general handsome factor. He gives a very safe and trusting vibe.
Your enjoyment of coffee is how I dream of enjoying coffee! ☕💜
God damn your guns look big.
I see you support the 2nd amendment.
*Do you really want to look back on your life and see how wonderful it could have been had you not been afraid to live it? '*
No, cause I'm not afraid to live it.
Your tip about deadlines and perfectionism is exactly what I needed. I happen to be guilty of paying extreme attention to detail in most of the projects I carry out, and to no one's surprise, I achieve perfection in none of them. This often results longer periods of work that are not necessary, and subsequently, I may fail to meet deadlines. I will definitely take this tip and apply it into my life in hopes of improvement! Thank you as always for sharing!
I just wanted to say congratulations on your success Matt. I've literally been here since you had less than 100 subs. Your content, quality and general purpose is inspiring and consistent since you began a couple years ago. Great to see people who deserve to be succesful do so. Inspiring man, thanks for adding value for us and insight on minamilism and a whole range of life advice from content creators all over the world. 🤙🏾
-homeschool mom of 3-soon to be foster parents-Love & appreciate ur videos thank you for sharing💜💙💙💛💛 I put ur advice into our family life.
Moved out of a toxic home environment and quit a job I didn’t like. I’m in a new city surrounded by ppl I love and who love me. A lot has changed this past week but I’m so stoked for this year and for more of your content. Thanks to the Ground Up Show I got the Marie Kondo book and have finished creating my happy making minimalist wardrobe. Still more to do but the 25 min Pomodoro Technique really helps. I really needed that reminder though, I’ve been procrastinating. Thank you for being so authentic and wonderful!
Sending you and Nat lots of light and love 💜☺️
Key takeway : set clear and specific Goals everyday and take action to achieve them.
“ I don’t want to be seen as an expert, I want to be seen as an experimenter.” 🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯 🤗 Yesss that spoke to my heart !! ♥️
bro! im so happy to see your new video pop up in my home page @ _@
UNREAL VALUE! 💥
This guy is just amazing. Such a unique style!
Who else is pumped for 2019?? 👊🏻🔥
Yes to cold showers, no sugar, and keto. I’m in on all 3. 👌🏼🥑❄️
Currently doing no sugar this month. Will do a video on it in Feb. Cold Showers... I'm nervous about.
I've been doing cold showers on and off for 2 years. I feel so much better after taking one, but wow does it suck so much to step into freezing cold water every morning!
Chris Thurber Yeah, I tried it for a couple of weeks it sucked but it helped and I guess I kinda felt like it wasn’t worth the comfort and relaxation I get from warm showers
Matt D'Avella Start warm, end cold. All the health benefits but less unpleasant. Just do 1-2 min cold to end it. Starting cold is fucking terrible, can confirm.
Which are the benefits of taking a cold shower? 🤔 My grandfather was a doctor and he used to recommend this to his patients but I never thought about asking why.
I love your answer about clickbait - I always know that the titles of your videos are what I'm going to get with you. It's very much appreciated.
Am I the only one who was like "wait, it rains in LA?"
One day a year!
@@mattdavella Knowing me there'll be a freak storm when I roll up 😂Great vid my dude.
two of my favorite CZcamsr chatting! woooooow!!!
Not from LA i have no idea
Matt your lighting is so gorgeous calming
Thank you!
I am not minimalist but as a creator I feel like I benefit from your channel so much, it makes me think differntly without feeling like your idea or life choices are being imposed on your watchers. Thank you so much
You know no idea on how aware I became ever since I started watching your videos. I’m now improving everyday , growing and it all started with you channel. Thank you , Matt.
i literally love you. not inlove- but everything you stand for. like wtf what a beautiful human being. you have changed my life
What I thought was great about your answers is that you really are saying to people to do what they want to do. Don't make a title purely for clickbait, don't make a video just to please everyone, don't change your style to suit others. Create things that you would be proud of and you are interested in and the rest will follow. Yes, listen to others but then experiment for yourself. Everyone is an individual and what works for one won't work for all. Your videos are fantastic in quality and content Matt. They have been a life changer for myself and appreciate the work that you do for each one. Once I'm no longer a Uni student in debt I will be signing up to your patreon cause you definitely deserve it. Thank you.
Hey Matt, I'm from Brazil and I've been studying English every day, and I watch your CZcams channel cuz it's help me learn more about be a minimalist and improve my listining... So thank you so much
::heavy breathing:: YESSSSS 30 DAY CHALLENGES! I would LOVE to see your take on them, ESPECIALLY quitting sugar and keto! Your videos are always so informative. I’ve seen ton of other videos on quitting sugar and keto, but I know you’ll bring something new to the table. Can’t wait to see what ya bring man!
Matt’s contents drive me crazy with a huge dose of motivation
I love your consistency! Thank you so much for your motivation! Thanks to you, I've grown to nearly 45000 views and 1600 subs in my first year, and got shouted out by the biggest channel that does what I do!
It’s no doubt that your videos always add value to my life 😌 with there amazing sound quality, HD and fricken amazing topics!! 🙌 Your videos have really helped me to simplify my life and they still are 🙂
I struggle with perfectionism and that combined with anxiety was crippling to me when I was finishing my degree. I write a paper feel passionate about my argument and not write a conclusion. A friend suggested using the timer trick to start tasks and this has helped me immensely! If I need to do daily tasks like washing the dishes or tidying my apartment I'll set a timer for 20 minutes and typically breeze through that. Thanks for the video Matt!
Ive used the timer method with books. I hadn't read since highschool (probably 5 years out now). Read 2 chapters before bed, but I often end up reading a lot more. And I started reading personal finance books! Thanks for the motivation to look inward and push forward!!
Never thought about doing it for reading but that's clever.
What's the timer set for books?
Matt, you have no idea how much this content is helping me to put my life back on track during a really tough period. Thank you. Your vibe, content, soundtrack, voice and script are inspiring. Great work!
Points that I found important for myself
1:41
Q1: Have you ever come across a situation where you need to do something but you just don't feel like it? How do you continue to say motivated for the long run?
A lot of time we think that we need and want motivation because we could remember back to a time when we felt so inspired that the work was effortless. But instead of motivation what we really want is to simply get things done and in order to get things done that we really don't want to do right now I found that there are two-three things that really work well for me
1. Set very clear and specific deadlines.very Firm and set deadlines.
I rarely have an excuse good enough to skip them and for me having this constant process allows me to avoid procrastination, allows to over doubt, and MOST IMPORTANTLY it PREVENTS ME FROM PERFECTIONISM. From making sure that I am not tinkering every single pixel and every single frame to make sure that this video is just right. I get it to be just good enough and then I ship it.
2. Set a timer
This was really important for me when I was really just starting out. I hadn't yet developed the habit or built up this practice of sitting down and doing the work everyday. So sitting down for even an hour or two was difficult. So basically you set a timer very short period of time
15-30 minutes. You click start and you start working and the only commitment is to work for that 15-30 minutes. you will find that usually you will end up working lot longer.You'll breeze past that 15-30
minutes and you will just keep working because the most difficult part is sitting down to begin with.
3. I really like what I do. If you like the Idea of being a filmmaker more than you love the actual process of filmmaking then you gonna have a really difficult time so find something that people have to pull you away from. Find something that you love so much that you don't wanna stop and I will say that is the best place to find productivity in any field.
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Q2. If you could add any courses as an option to take during college that doesn't already exists. What would it be and why?
1. Personal finance
2. Behavioural change
These two are really important topics that most people don't spend enough time learning. Both
of them have had a massive change effect on my life and changed the I look at the world and changed the way that I show up everyday. Don't rely on a college syllabus to teach you everything that you need to know in life.If you're just relying on other people to give you the information that you need to live healthy and productive Life, you are not going to get very far. You need to understand that this is your life Stop letting other people control it. Try to figure out what you really want out of it for yourself .
Recently found your channel through your Black Friday vid that was featured, and what can I say, I’m hooked. Low key obsessed with your videos. Always looking forward to them
Also. I’ve been watching your older videos and holy shit, whatever workouts you’re doing, you can SEE the difference. Keep it up 🤙🏼
"Find something that you love so much that you don't wanna stop." This sentiment... man. I keep hearing it over and over again. Yet, here I am, about to graduate college, and I have no idea what that thing that I "love" is. I'm starting to think I don't have one particular thing that I have an affinity for over another.
Thank you for all the amazing and thought provoking content Matt. I only found your stuff relatively recently (~2 months) but so far its inspired me to be more mindful and to live a simpler, yet more fulfilling life. Again, thank you
We're moving into our new home and i want it to be minimalistic. Because of your vids, i now understand that minimalism starts from within urself and not only being shown through living room or bedroom designs.
New subscriber here ☝️
You're now my inspiration 👍
Instead of motivation what we really want is to get things done!
Set very clear and specific deadlines. It helps to:
- Avoid procrastination
- Overcome doubt
- Prevents perfectionism
Set a timer
- It is just like the Pomodoro timer
- Most of the time you will exceed this duration
Do what you love, love what you do!
Finding this channel (and your movie) in late 2018 has motivated me getting rid of excess stuff and make changes on my diet.
Little steps come a long way.
Thanks Matt!
Thank you Matt for your honesty and quality! This video really helped me just get back on track a bit after my winter break slump!
I recently switched to OMAD Keto. I’m an extremely picky eater and the thing I’ve always struggled with the most is breaking my addiction to carbs, because as a picky eater, carbs are generally safe foods. They’re bland and filling. After switching to Keto, I started trying new things out of necessity and have found that, in combination with eating only one meal a day, I’ve finally been able to experience consistent weight loss. Idk what it is about Keto specifically, or more just that there are more Keto foods that I can eat compared to another diet, in any case it has worked for me
'Being seen as an experimenter, not an expert' this really resonates with me and I think this has been my unconscious intention as an artist, but never articulated it. Thank you for another beautiful video :)
I took personal finance in college, but it wasn't what I feel like it should be. The class was basically teaching what personal finance is, but never teaching how to manage your personal finances. I was slightly disappointed, but I needed the credit, so I took it.
Also, cold showers are so good for you! But there are a few ways you can do it wrong. It is better if you start warm so that your pores can open up, that way you can clean the dirt out. Once clean, switch to cold. This switch will then close your pores (keeping anything from getting in), and give you a nice wake up call! If you just use cold water the whole time, your pores don't have a chance to open and get rid of the grime of everyday life. Same applies to your hair. Warm opens the cuticle (outer layer of hair), and cold closes it which, in a way, seals it for a time.
The time management you've mentioned is called "Pomodoro Technique"
Theres a lot of motivation and self improvement youtube videos out there. This is easily one of the most direct videos, with the least amount of fluff, and most valuable content I've seen on this subject. So many of these types of videos are just vague lists of ideas with very little value. This isn't one of them. Thanks Matt
I dont know if you will see this but you are the reason I uploaded a CZcams video today I was honestly scared to death my heart was racing and I was putting horrible scenarios in my head of how my friends/others would react. But binge watching your CZcams videos gave me a confidence in a way and I wanna personally tell you thank you.
I tend to gravitate towards cool and light colors but I'm loving the warm tones of your vids. Thank you for yet another inspiring content, Matt! May you have the best year thus far.
How much extra money you have since you started being a minimalist and what did you do with this?
Hard to measure that but that's a good topic to explore later this year.
I dont think minimalism has much to do with money. You can buy one single possession, and that one possession can bankrupt you. Minimalism doesnt equal cheap or saving money. It can, but if the few things you do buy are super expensive, then it wont change a thing.
@@RealHankShill it actually has a lot to do with money
Matt I really need your help. Im 11 and I really feel passionate about minimalism, but the mindset and lifestyle of my family isn’t really helping. How do I explain to them what minimalism is? 🙏🏻
Happy New Years everybody!
Edit: WOAH 5 LIKES??? Thanks! Please check out my channel!
Love the concept of being an experimenter rather than an expert. You're not only encouraging your own personal growth and avoiding stagnation, but also humanizing yourself to your audience. I think this already shows in your videos- you act like a real person, not a caricature of yourself (as far as we know...). That's a huge part of why I enjoy your videos so much - in addition to the smooth jazz and slo-mo coffee prep shots.
I love the last part Matt! And i think that's why I resonate with you. I love that we are all just learning and learning from one another! Good luck on 2019! Will still keep following you!
*I'm the one that's got to die when it's time for me to die, so let me live my life the way I want to.*
Totally agree on getting a ton of questions once you say you are a youtuber. Great video!
After showing documentary about minimalism done my Matt on Netflix to my wife, she threw out almost 30% of her stuff from our wardrobe, it works! Great vide!
So true about clickbait! If your viewers can trust that your title is honest, we'll stick around! It shows integrity, and that's never a bad thing. :)
Your videos are calming for my squirrel-like brain 💓 during my chaos, seeing your notification pop up brings me such hope that Imma chill the hell out soon 😊
That first 30 seconds is the greatest crossover of my life. Chris and Matt are top in my books, so awesome to see this crossover
I found hat a daily checklist is essential. Highlight what you've done as you go. Remind yourself why you're doing the things you do.
You're so inspirational! I know the definition of inspirational is relative, but you don't have to be a million/billionaire to be successful. In my humble opinion, you're doing what you love, living your ideal life, and helping others do the same through your influential and respectable work! I have been following your channel for a while, and I have never been anything short of inspired to live a productive, healthy, and enjoyable life worth living. Keep doing you, you're doing great!!!
Hi Matt. I'm Isaac from Kenya. You've just helped me answer something I've been dealing with for a long time. Thanks for sharing & your devotion... or whatever makes you keep posting these videos with close to no pay off. Have a good one
Matt makes videos you can like even if you don't watch it yet. I just open it, like it, and then watch it. Never regret doing that.
I do pomodoros when writing! So I set my alarm for 25 minutes, break for 5-10, then I work for another 25 minutes. Often times I go over because this is really just to help me get the writing juices flowing. I DO need to implement this in other areas though.
Your stuff is always superbly shot, graded and edited when it technically doesn't need to be. Appreciate the effort.
I have to confess your videos have changed my life for the better. I'm always making the bed, tidying up and cleaning my home and my boyfriend is quite the opposite. I used to be mad at him sometimes because of that, but then I started watching your CZcams channel and I heard you talking about you putting Natalie's shoes in the closet and you being ok with her messy toilet cabinet 😂 And now i'm in peace with my "clean-obsessed" part in this couple, hahaha. Thanks, Matt.
PD. Sorry for my english, I'm spanish.
Love each of your videos💪🏽Gradually turning my life around in accordance with your advice🙏🏼
Good luck, Joe!
You know what, the most important reason why I keep watching your videos is that, I find it’s an effective way to improve my English... cuz you speak so clearly. Hehe
In sweden we have an obligatory subject in school called hemkunskap where you learn some personal finance, cooking, cleaning and washing. The basics you need to know about how to take care of a home.
And this is precisely why I can’t get up at 5AM..great content Matt!
Hi Matt! I am Chi from Tokyo. I am learning a lot from you how to survive in such a struggle life in Japan. Your videos mean a lot for me. I always wish to live strong like you.
I really enjoyed how you posted your questions and didn’t read them from your phone! Class act!!!
I've been on a strategy of personal growth that involves focusing on long-term goals that I care more about that the way I presently feel. It's amazing, and I really recommend setting reachable goals for anyone who feels like they're in a slump. If you have trouble reaching those goals, use this strategy: ask yourself who you want to be. Then put effort in accordance to who you WANT to be. Eventually it'll be second nature and you'll be able to crush your goals as if you're a different person, and by that point you will be. Best thing I've learned is that there are almost equal parts good and bad times, but powering through the bad times makes you a much better person in the long run and gives you the ability to excel in and appreciate the good times.
Clickbait lessens credibility. Thank you for the information and life lessons Matt. Looking forward to lots of non-clickbait videos this New Year.
You’re right that college isn’t the only place you can learn. Honestly, for a lot of people, they might not even need college to learn what they need to as long as they are disciplined enough to create their own structure and follow it.
Thanks Matt, you are doing a great job. Your channel is meaningful and your content gets value to us. It is not repetitive, inspiring and fun which probably is the reason why I do check your videos every week.
I find value in your videos. I appreciate how clean and honest your content is.
I’m really enjoying your videos, they are so refreshing from everything else that gets thrown in our faces.
Mate.! As this guy of the coffe business.! I wanna say thanks, couse few mouths a go I discover you and your podcast are the things that i watch every night to chill and make me think about, i really sorry for my english and i hope you carry on wit your videos and podcast, they help to people understand your world and make some of us follow your way of minimalism.!
Again thanks you so much i send you a big hug from the paradise/ the canary islans in spain!
Ps: Thanks to your girlfriend to show her point of view of you world of minimalism.!🙏🏼😂
"I don't wanna be seen as an expert, I wanna be seen as an experimenter".. #QuoteOfTheDay~~
I have no idea if you're into writing, but I have this feeling that one day your gonna write a really good book. Your videos make me feel positive and motivated all the time
One great thing about your minimalism and your love of film is that those shirts look so good on you with that lens filter.
Edit: i commented this at the beginning of the video. Thenyou mentioned supporting the channel and I thought, "I've got a little extra cash, i can become a patron."
Then you said the video was about color grading your videos. Guess I'm all in now lol
This video felt like I was having a short visit from a practical advice friend. Watching your video here in London UK over looking a wintery morning skyline. Thanks for popping by Matt, I'll make sure there's biscuits next time 😁
Matt you’re a huge inspiration!! Whether your videos are clickbait or not, you deserve to grow and be known! Keep up the amazing work 🙌🏼
I just admire the way he can speak to the camera fluently without mistakes, probably it is because of practice, that's why i admire him due to he has been practicing to achieve the that. (I know there are some bloopers maybe however he still being able to speak his mind fluently for most of the parts of the videos without cuts. I just want to be able to create content as he does in the future. Success Matt.
love the "one up" concept for each episode and getting better over time.
I loved your ending. So much. You said you will continue to learn with us. ❤️❤️
I really enjoy watching your videos, I've watched around 5-6 because I've just found your channel a month ago. You are the first guy who talks about productivity taht I'm following and I love your views, its sharp and honest.
I really learned from this video, on many of the questions you answered. Thanks Matt! 😊😊😊
Whenever i lack motivation i know where to go .. thank you for sharing your experience with us , thank you for your inspiration ♥️🌚
I do trust you...thanks for seeing the value in that. I also think being aware of not rehashing the same story or info too much is really important. Enjoying the videos!
Matt you’re such a breath of fresh air. Thanks for the great quality videos... I enjoy listening to you on my commute to work
I started getting up at 3 am and used the timer method to write. Wrote like 90 pages of a book in two weeks. I do 25 minutes on and then a 5 minute break for about 2 to 3 hours a day. Crazy effective.
I love you vids Matt and I get inspired with every video your the best CZcamsr🙃🙃
Hey Camilo! Thanks so much for subscribing.
so much nuggets in one video especially about clicbaity titles and trying to one up yourself. im spazzzzing. thanks for this matt! really enjoyed and love how it once again resonates with me too, cheers!
Great video! And I’m finding out the hard way, that it does rain in LA and ppl act like it’s a blizzard 😒. Anyway, the timer idea to work on one task is an excellent idea. One of the additional benefits is that it teaches you to focus on one task for a period of time. Do this enough times and you will find yourself getting things done faster within a time period.