Everything's Changing - Life Update

It's been a while since I did one of these, so just checking in with you all :) as ever, thanks for watching and following the journey xx

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If we haven’t yet before - Hey 👋 I’m Ali, a doctor-turned-entrepreneur and I’ve somehow become the world’s most followed productivity expert. Through my videos here on this channel, my podcast Deep Dive and writing, I share evidence-based strategies and tools to help you be more productive and build a life you love.

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⌚️Timestamps:
0:00 Why I'm making this video
1:00 Personal update
3:15 The journey in numbers
8:39 How long it takes to succeed
11:57 Thoughts on happiness and fulfilment
17:23 Business Update
20:00 What would you do if money were no object?
26:10 It's ok to leave money on the table
35:55 Book Update

[aliabdaal]

Thanks for watching gang ❤I'm curious, what would you do if money were no object?

[aviregal]

It’s funny that you say that most people won’t watch this video till the end… For me, this is the best video on your channel. Ever. It’s a lot more thought provoking and helpful than any other video. I’d love if you keep doing this.

[IAmMarkManson]

Bravo, sir. True wealth is closing the gap between what you want and what you have. Most people don't realize that cuts both ways. It's not just about having all the stuff you want, but it's also about not having stuff you realize you don't want. Enjoy the travels!

[rawiaibrahim]

Don't worry, we watched the entire video (I guess most people did) bc this one felt so real!

[yuvm]

I have this YouTube account for over 12 years now. I have never left a comment on a video, not even once. But this video was so real! I felt it so hard. So inspiring I had to let you know you touched me deeply. and you made me think in a new way. Thank you! I'm happy to see you're true to yourself making that decision to post whenever you feel it's right. I respect you and your journey. I'm not even sure you'll leaving money on the table. Good luck on your new journey.

[whitjchadwick]

I honestly don’t watch your channel all that often lately. I’ve been really burnt out so I have strayed away from a lot of productivity stuff. But I saw your thumbnail and title and felt inclined to watch. I am so glad that I did! The things that you said about the kind of life you want to live and the authenticity is exactly how I’ve been feeling about life. It’s so wonderful to hear your perspectives, especially about finding happiness in the journey because that’s really what it’s all about. Thank you ❤

[Hamza]

Leaving money on the table section is so inspiring. Thanks for posting this

[oscar]

So much value in this video - and I relate to many of the points you make. YouTube is an amazing platform, but as soon as it turns into a 'job' where you have to work all hours to create new videos, it means you are not actually living on your own terms. My mentality is that I didn't leave a 9 to 5 in order to replace it with a 9 to 5 YouTube channel. As you say, YouTube is amazing when you can do it PART TIME - and so with my channel, courses and business, I've set them up so that they can function without me running them 24/7. Sure I'd be making a lot more money if I posted once per week, but posting once per month has allowed me to live life on my terms, travel the world (like yourself I travel around 9 months of the year) and appreciate the world we live in. As you say, its okay to leave money on the table; you can always make more money but you can't get back your time. For me, I like to spend my time travelling, meeting people and exploring the world. Thats worth much more than extra $$$ per year. Really glad to see that you are on a similar wavelength and excited to see where your travels take you :)

[laurac]

I stepped down to a lower paying entry level type of job after 20 yrs in my industry. Now I get to work remotely and spend more time with my kids. I did have to come to terms with what I left on the table and it was all worth it.

[abner_horn]

"This is not the type of video that the algorithm will make go viral" - well, this is exactly the type of video that I love! And maybe the algorithm is what made YouTube so worse in the last few years. Please, keep videos like this one - the type you do because you feel like - coming!

[Murk.mp]

I love how raw and unscripted this was. An accumulation of all your hard work, knowledge, and wisdom and being vulnerable out there. No flashy editing, no overly-structured (though very appreciated in other videos), no biases (sponsorships).

The constant life questions he gets to himself, though he doesn’t have the true answers, he, through experiences, comes up with his own conclusions.

Best video thus far.

[ahmedthecreator]

It feels good to see you reconnect with yourself again. As a longtime viewer, I've always seen your thirst and ambition for money and success as inspiring, but also somehow self imprisoning. Nobody has all the answers figured out. But I've felt your hyper focus on productivity and output ever since you went full-time with Youtube change your overall energy and demeanor.

Somehow in this video, I'm seeing the flicker of light in your eyes again of a man who is realizing what's really important. Of someone who wants to be genuine and is in touch with his mortality and the mortality of those around him. This has ironically been my favorite video of yours in years for this reason. I can tell you are beginning to recognize the ways you tether your identity and ego to the things you've achieved, and are in the process of letting that go in favor of the things that actually matter.

Would you still love Ali Abdaal even if he never went to med school, had a big Youtube channel, or any of the other things? I sure hope so: because we would still love that person, too.

Best of luck to you on this journey, and to everyone paddling along in life.

[KharmaMedic]

Watched this video to the end as I always do! Love them so much as it gives me a lot of insight into your own thoughts but also gives me a chance to reflect on myself.
The relief I felt when I finished medical school and told myself I’m going to make my videos on my own terms, when I feel like it, and leave money on the table, was huge. I’ve had more time for my relationships, friends and family, and maybe most importantly myself.

It sounds like you’ve reached a similar conclusion and I’m really happy for you man. Maybe I’ll soon join you on a digital nomad year of my own 😉

Keep doing you my guy, you’ve provided infinite value to me and hundreds of thousands of others and you deserve every bit of self fulfilment and personal happiness for it.

[rxx]

🎉 CONGRATULATIONS you’re one of the few who’s actually fulfilled the dream of the 4 Hr. WORK WEEK! That was the POINT along! Wasn’t it? Think about it. The next book that you WILL write is the one the one we have all been waiting for — concerning what do we do with the other 36 hours? Have fun.

[aamienabreda]

This is now officially my fav video on Ali's Channel.

Love to hear him speak about his personal experience with business and life etc. Just hits different❤

[PrabhavKhandelwal]

Ali, if you stopped making all videos and made only stuff like this, I’d still watch you. Videos like these add soooo much value to my life and it’s literally like a therapy session. Even though I’m super early in my business journey, SO much of this is relatable and helpful. Wishing you health, fulfilment and love in the years to come and also the courage to stay true to yourself.

[oscar]

Love this. Would love to see more long form videos like this :)

[no-handle-for-you-youtube]

Congratulations on your recent realizations, you seem really happy and fulfilled. Whatever you decide on posting or doing, there will be people watching and reading your content. You are the kind of person people like to listen to, because you are so self-aware and honest. Wishing you the best for your new life chapter :)

[lesphd]

So weird you said that no one was going to watch it until the end! I simply loved this video, it is like catching up with a friend in a very informal format. For the same reason out of all your content I prefer your podcasts (and in the audio format). The guests are so diverse but the interviews always turn out to be super inspiring. Feels like a mentoring session. Thanks for the update and good luck with this new lifestyle!

[vanessaprincesssa]

This video is so important. Thanks for sharing, Ali! We appreciate these new insights and lifestyle and style of content out of passion, not out of necessity. :)