Asking My Mentors for Life Advice on My 30th Birthday
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I recently turned 30 so I asked some of my mentors to share some life advice for my 30s with me. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did! Enjoy x
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âïžTimestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
01:06 - Mathew Hussey
04:56 - Marie Forleo
07:04 - Mark Manson
10:31 - Alok Kanojia
12:55 - Nir Eyal
15:25 - Sahil Bloom
20:57 - Dan Go
23:46 - Chris Ducker
26:18 - Noah Kagan
30:37 - Eric Partaker
32:39 - Daniel Priestley
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Hi Ali,
When I turned 30 I changed my life completely. I quit my job, move in another country, study a master and start a completely new career. There is almost nothing left from my own self from 10 years ago and my life from 30-40 has been substantially better, more exciting, happier and interesting than the one in my 20s. Happy birthday and welcome to Life!
Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn. Great video â€
Since you asked about the subject KIDS, I'll share my personal experience: I knew very early in life I didn't want to become a parent. I stuck to my guns (it wasn't easy and it cost me to lose a couple of partners) but it was one of the BEST decisions of my life. Not everybody was born to be a parent. Period. It is not selfishness. There are plenty of ways to contribute to society. Parent or not, forget the noise around, listen to your heart, be true to yourself. Happy birthday AND THANKS FOR YOUR CHANNEL, ALI!đâ€đđŒâš
I'm okay as long as they don't push no child agenda in schools and any media directed at kids.
As a 29year old mother of four (all under 6)
I absolutely 100% agree with Nir!
My kids are my absolute joy and love!
BUT you also have to raise them in a way where you want to spend time with them.
1. No iPad kids
2. Learn a notional regulation myself to teach them and work with them through their tantrums and problems
3. Respect them like tiny adults
4. Donât get them everything you can and they want to have. Adversity in their life is good.
5. Donât solve their problems for them, solve it with them.
Hello Ali, Happy Birthday,
Iâm 36 now and still confused about many things. As an Asian, we might be a group of late bloomers who only realize what we want to do later in life. At least, this seems true for my generation, those born in the 80s.
So, Iâm taking these life advices as âWhat I can do before my 40th birthday,â and letâs see where it leads me.
Thank you, Ali.
I have two kids and I wish I had more. A friend once told me that you might regret not having more, but you will never regret having the ones you have.
I don't know why people wishing more kids... I have 3 elder siblings and I little one.. My age is 30...my parents ruined my life.. With wrong decision.. And so much partiality btw others siblings... So much boundaries and controlling my life.. Like a hell.. I am 30 but no marriage plan... So please parents take responsibility ..
â@@shaistabano5517 If your parents decided to have only 3 kids you won't exist at all. Stop blaming others about your life and take your responsibility
I have two boys and would love to have a girl. Praying this happens for my wife and me one day. đđŸ
@@shaistabano5517 You're 30, not having marriage plans is on you. Actually, everything is on you, you're 30.
You're so right, @sarahfacio-davis31! Having kids is one of the few decisions almost no one regrets.
just at the beginning but already pumped at how you said you're looking for advice from people who have a healthy work-life balance. your channel always helps me feel confident that I can work hard and still remember that my work is subordinate to my family and friends - that I don't have to choose between being a good friend but lazy at work or being a bad friend but good at work. thanks so much for sharing!
Happy Birthday! Having a mentor is something really amazing and we are also thankful for ours, you is one of them. We also started a channel to educate others and share knowledge.
Regarding kids, I had my daughter at 18. How's that for early? Lol! And thank God I did. Yes, circumstances were very difficult, but she is my blessing, my world, my miracle. And now my life is all the more better for having her in it. â€đ
As a 29 year old, Father of a 1 year old, my son is the best thing thats ever happened to me. Love you're content Ali, and have taken alot advice off you over the years
thank you for creating such an uplifting, happy happy place for us, Ali, in this corner of the internet. i absolutely absolutely adore it. can't be more grateful for it. A veryyyy happy belated happy birthday to you, my man. may god bless you with enormous health, happiness, purpose and fulfillment. muchh love.
Hi Ali, I really appreciate the direction you have recently took the channel. It feels more authentic than before
i noticed the same, i like it!
I love the direction too
Happy Birthday Ali! Spent half of the year immersing myself in watching your videos as I was overwhelmed to do so last year. It feels like it has been one of the most influencial decisions I've ever made. I'm grateful to have you in my life đâ€
Happy 30th, Ali! đ Wishing you endless joy and growth. Remember, a strong body fuels a strong mind. đȘ Keep shining bright! âš
Hey Ali, happy birthday to you. Have been following you since the beginning of your CZcams journey. I am 30 too, and I have a one year old son, he's the best thing that has ever happened to me. Being a mother gave me immense power and happiness.
Good luck for the years ahead.
I'm a first time dad, have a 9 MO baby girl. I have never been happier and overworked at the same time. She's my stress buster. Utterly and truly grateful. I never really understood what is coolness of ones eyes until I had a kid. Definitely looking forward to more kids, God willing!
Wishing you health, happiness and love, and may your new adventures continue to excite you throughout the year. May each day be filled with excitement for the next destination, the next unwrapped gift, and in anticipation of the thousands of wonderful wishes from your fans.
Mega useful - even for someone not even close to 30, the raw advice for everyone if you read between the lines is actually so interlinked and colossal - I always forget how much every piece of advice links and flows. Cheers man, highly useful!
Happy birthday Ali, wishing you fruitful months and happiness every year of your life.
So many takeaways! Thank you Ali, happy happy birthday to you! I know this year will be your best of the best!
This is amazing timing; I turn 30 in two weeks and I really needed this reminder. Thank you so much for all that you do and the wisdom you share with us!
Happy belated birthday, Ali! So blessed to learn many great advices in one video clip. đ
Ali I have to say I am so shocked you didn't cry(happy tears ofcourse) being 30 isn't getting old it's a new milestone in life, and its huge. Happy birthday!
It feels so amazing these personal and touching kind of video, i hope to see you in the era of kids, marriage and all of those beautiful and also productive things in life...
Hbd! Can't believe we have the same birthday Ali! Thanks for the life advice!
Happy Birthday Ali !! Hope you have a great year and life ahead!
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Happy Birthday Ali! đđ I love your videos, keep doing what you are doing! đ
Hi Ali ! Happy 30 stay blessed and happy . This video of yours
is probably my most fav. Listening to your personal experiences is always a treat , it feels so relatable as im a junior doctor currently working in Pakistan who has recently discovered her new interests in other areas of life. It will be so nice if you can make a video like this for people navigating through their mid twenties , Thanks :)
Dear Ali,
Happy Birthday! đ
24 years ago I was at your age.
I wish I had the digital possibilities of today when I was 30. My advice to you is to be happy with yourself and be careful not to become addicted to âself-improvement.â
I'm 34 and omg....... I was so excited and positive at my 30th birthday. I had so many exciting plans. Then, Mum was diagnosed with lung cancer and passed away at 58 (I wish I'd travelled with her more omg, it breaks my heart ), My grandfather was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis, passed away. I had anxiety about covid so bad, because I was scared to give it to both of them, as I was their primary carer and we were all living in the same house. My horse then passed away in a freak accident. Keep in mind I'm an only child with no Dad. My fiance of four years and myself broke up. Oh an I was served a pain in the ass legal drama FML. I now live in a house alone with two dogs. All of this taught me that great friends are so important and should be cherished and loved like family. Dogs are the best. And when you are in a vulnerable position you will tolerate behaviour, you otherwise would not. Seriously, hang out with your parents as much as you can because when they go, it's so sad! Go on holidays with your loved ones. You can't control everything, life simply doesn't allow it. Anxiety has become my norm and I've had to make friends with it, understand it, and co exist with it as peacefully as possible.
you have changed my life with this video, thanks.
Thanks so much for this video Ali! I'm turning 36 in a couple of days and still needed this advice!
No me cansaré de agradecerte por traernos contenido en español. Eres lo måximo Ali, espero ser cómo tu. Gracias mil!!!!
Happy birthday!! Your life and drive inspires us. Keep showing us the way forward đđđ
yes yes!!
Happy birthday Ali đ†Wishing you a great, productive and happy year
I Am going to use some of this amazing advice... I much await a more exciting video(Desk Setup & Tech backpack Video)!!!
Such a great and emotional video! Love itđâ€
Happy birthday Ali and waiting for the Sunday surprise.
Happy birthday Ali! This video is such a greater reminder !
On the topic of kids, its not a must for everyone. I personally didnt want a kid but gradually changed my mind because of my partner.
I have a 2 yo and seeing him smile, laugh, grow and develop is such a great blessing. Also, it allows you to prioritize whats truly important in your life which is relationships/ family and your health.
Thanks again for creating such amazing videos and being such a blessing. Happy bdae again! â€
Happy Birthday! Thank you for sharing this advice with us!
agreedd
Me encanto todo †muchas gracias Ali!!! Feliz cumpleaños.
Hi !! Ali ...wish you a very happy 3rd decade you are entering in đ....I enjoyed your video thoroughly even though I'm in my 50s ( work and a meaningful life led so far I feel like a 30s person )
Happy Birthday! , So much to learn. I'll be 29 this August and I'm happy I watched this video.
you taught me many things Ali, Thanks!!
This is the video I'll keep coming back to! Thanks Ali
Thank you sooooo much man.!!!
You keep changing my life.
Happy Bday Ali!
Happy Birthday Aliđ
Eric and Noah! 30s you accept yourself that allow you to put in those consistent efforts. I turned 40 last year and everything is paying off
Thank you Ali...You are a gem of a person.Your videos truly helped meâ€
Great video! Happy Birthday Aliđ„°
28 Father, 4 under 4. I couldn't agree more about having kids with the RIGHT person. When you have the right person, having kids is a new level to life and each additional baby makes the love in the household more so.
A happy birthday Ali. I am proud mom of four and I would advise that one ought to have as many children as they wish and can take care of. And that as early as possible yes. You are an inspiration°°
Hi !! Ali you have changed so many peoples thaught about time and you are going deeper into in. Love your job...đ
Happy birthday Aliđâ€â€
Happybrthday ali, i always watch your videos since 2020
I'm a parent. Currently trying for more. I'm in my early 40s. I went through fertility treatments and it is a definite minset shift. You have to really be open and honest with yourself. You may find out things that you don't like or things you can do little about; some things you can. You have to really think about how you want your family to look. It may not happen the way you always imagined it happening and you have to grieve that loss, because it is a loss.
Happy Birthday Ali!
I have one son and I wish I had the resources to have all least 3 right now. Its hard to have your first kid, everything in your life changes quickly and even if you prepare for it, the changes will surprise you. But it is 100% worth it. They become the center of your life in the most amazing and fulfilling way. And no you wonât be less productive with kids. Youâll actually become a lot more savvy at using the 24h you get in one day.
in loveeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee with this idea/format!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I have 2 kids but had my first at 25 and I love my children absolutely so much and don't regret having them but I do wish I had my first later! I wasn't able to achieve as much as I wanted to because as the default parent, I had to put some of my dreams on hold! Also mentally I was not ready and I was not emotionally mature enough as I had come out of a terrible relationship just a couple of months before meeting my Baby Daddy (now husband!) so I had PPD and it was very lonely! So IF YOU WANT KIDS (which is also something you need to be very honest to yourself about because it's not easy!) then I would suggest just making sure you are in a good mental and emotional space. Sleep deprivation and bodily changes and insane hormones can really affect you (fathers: take note as your partner will need support in that regard!)
Happy birthday, beautiful video đ
ugh this was a good one! thanks team ali + ali's mentors:)
Youâre so great this was an epic vid
Happy birthday incredible human đ„°
Happy birthday Ali aka big brotherâ€đ
So many golden nuggets. Really liked what Sahil had to say. Solid vid.
Happy birthday Ali abdaal you're channel has really changed me alot
Are you on telegram or WhatsApp
Really good and insane selection of people here giving Ali advice, I've seen posts, content these people have produced over the years. Chockfull of value here
Hi Ali and team (and friends), I love this video and it's holistic self-reflection Especially the aspect how you want to bring the advice for yourself to life! I enjoyed it. Very self-reflective.
@Ali: Happy Birthday, dear Ali! Did you give your mom some flowers for your birthday? Mothers did all the hard work on the day you were born.đđ€©
Happy bday. I wish you the best :)
Ali you really tell meaningful things
HBD Ali! It was a very nice video idea. I know you like feedbacks, here is mine: I really like that you share with us a lot of content, but I like more when you are not following the typical Ali Abdaal videoscript. I think you can film anywhere use no effects, and you will still be Ali Abdaal guy who we follow for his journey. We like you for your genuinity. So keep up the good content.
Whenever a friend tells me that they are having a birthday, I always say that their age is the best age but the following year will be better.
I liked the idea of writing a letter to myself for when I turn 50yo (in 3.5 years).
When I turned 30, I wish someone had told me:
1) to start investing money
2) to believe in my crazy ideas and projects; I had great business or scientific ideas which I abandoned because other people told me that they would not work... and became big things years later (I guess you are already doing well on this side)
Live long and silly!
So refreshing to hear you say you'd play more video games... makes me feel a tiny bit better about my unproductive lifestyle. Happy Birthday!
Happy birthday Ali!đ
Iâm turning 30 in two months, rlly loved this video and took notes
Great video Ali. Thank you
Happy Birthday! đđ
Happiest Birthday!!!
HAPPY BELATED BDAY!
Happy Birthday Ali
I turned 30 on May 1st †and I was waiting for this video đ
We started having kids at 19 and now we have 6 children. No regrets, even though it wasn't the easiest being that young and starting out. Definitely agree with the advice have kids now and as many as you can!
Happy birthday Ali â€
Iâm 29, two children under 2, not easy to say the least, but itâs the best decision ever. When you see the smile on their face itâs all worth it đ
Happy belated birthday brother đđŒ
Happy birthday Ali Sir đ
I'm writing everything they have suggested in this video, I believe those are some valuable takeaways!
Many More Happy Returns of theDay. Few Kids as per our money and time. Raising kids are different in different landscape.
Marriage and having kids before 30 is import i think.
I'm from 40, just reached this year. World is different in 40's, as i'm from private sector thinks are different now :) . Luckily i have started saving from end of 20's so i have some backup :) . i gives me lots of confidents
I just turned 30. And sometimes I regret that I wasted my 20s, and didn't achieve what I wanted to achieve.
But I guess I am not getting younger.
So for anyone who also turned 30 ish, let's keep pushing forward!
Happy Birth Day Ali!
Happy Birthday!
Happy birthday!!!
Happy birthdayâ€â€â€â€
Happy Birthday Ali sir
Sahil Bloom and Daniel Partaker offered the best advice in my opinion.
Don't make decisions you cannot get 5X-10X ROI on and double down on the 20%!!đŻđ„đđ
Thank you for sharing Ali and I wish you the Happiest of Birthdays!!!đđđđ„ł
Also that line by J. Lennon was so cold! ~ "Life is what happens while you're busy making other plans." đŻâ€đđ
I have two and we had our first at age 35, I wish weâd started sooner so that we had longer to think about a third. Realistically, the leap from 2 to 3 is a lot (in terms of everyday logistics!), but with longer to think it would be easier! The two we have are pretty bloody brilliant, either way!
Thank you Ali, this was great and such valuable information, I just noted that most of the tips came from men, some relatable though I do wish that there was more representation from women. But the journal prompts are absolute gems!