288 ‒ The impact of gratitude, serving others, embracing mortality, and living intentionally

[@PeterAttiaMD]

In this episode, we discuss: 0:01:15 - How Peter and Walter met through Ric Elias 0:04:36 - The unique perspectives and life lessons provided by Walter’s challenging childhood 0:11:15 - Walter’s harrowing experience with a sudden mental breakdown and his subsequent recovery with the help of therapy 0:19:10 - A diverse professional journey ending in great success 0:24:00 - The birth of a movement: celebrating friendships through public tributes and expressing gratitude to those who have shaped your life’s journey 0:32:15 - Intentionality, thinking in reverse, saying “no”, and other guiding principles for Walter 0:42:45 - Walter’s global journey of gratitude on his 70th birthday: visiting friends and creating memorable experiences 0:50:40 - The profound impact of acknowledging and expressing gratitude for the people who contribute to our lives 0:57:32 - The key elements for creating meaningful connections and cultivating deep, authentic friendships 1:04:35 - The “Say It Now” movement: the inspiration behind the remarkably impactful initiative 1:24:43 - What “finishing strong” means to Walter 1:31:54 - Finding peace at the end of life through expressing gratitude and finding purpose in serving others 1:36:15 - Resources to learn about “Say It Now

[@treysongz2323]

What a powerful, powerful interview. Thank you for this gift❤

[@willow05]

Wow. Wow. Wow. This man is the walking definition of ‘age leads to wisdom’. Thank you so much for bringing him on .. what an inspiring conversation!

[@wendyreid-purcell8225]

I listen to a lot of podcasts. This one is a standout. I can’t recall listening to a more genuine dialogue. Walter, your life, and what you have chosen to do with it, is a radiant inspiration. At a time when many of us are longing for the genuine (attributed to Sister Joan Chittister), this was like the deepest breath of pure air. Thank you both.

[@hopestrange1111]

Peter and Walter, I would like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for this message that you shared. I can only count a very few times in my life that I have been moved to tears, and this was one of them. You have inspired me to tell the people in my life how much they mean to me, and I will certainly spread the word about "Say it Now". I look forward to reading your book Walter. 🙏❤️✨️

[@GuardianofLight8]

I cried from start to the end of this episode is so beautiful, heartwarming,and inspiring, I’m someone has seen and still experiencing so much suffering from the unthinkable but this just made me remember the present and be grateful that I’m still alive and I can and I will make a change. Thank you both

[@jjuniper274]

I have, at best, five more years of living with my youngest children. I now have grandchildren too. I think I need to rearrange and prioritize some things. Thank you for reminding me of that.

[@malgorzatabarrow4596]

Dr. Attia, I am forever grateful for coming across you and your life! I have never met you in person (I absolutely would love to one day) but I feel deeply connected to your purpose! I am obsessed with your podcast! This one has touched me deeply, it made my cry and dig to my core. I have went through a lot in my life. Last year was the toughest as I lost both of my parents and I lost myself. I don’t give up. I get up, dust it off, cry, and keep going. Every time I click on an episode, I cannot believe how much I need that very episode on that day I decide to listen to it! Thank you!

[@drshrinklet]

Peter, this PROFOUNDLY RICH interview became one of my favorites of yours. I may be slightly biased as a shrink. Please have Walter on again! ~J

[@peggyon1]

Peter, this the best, most touching and authentic interview I have seen you do and I enjoy all of them. You and Walter were gripping. I had tears in my eyes for half of the interview. Bravo to both of you.

[@chrisgengr]

What a remarkable life story. My father passing at 37 and his father passing at 63 has always acted as a reminder of how little time I have. Each one of those are scary milestones for me which have shaped the way I try to do as much as I can while I'm here. This talk is a great reminder that being grateful for the time we have with friends and family is so valuable

[@moshKrug]

What an inspiring conversation between two, very authentic and feeling men. That is MOST unusual and refreshing.

[@joryiansmith]

I think funerals are not for the deceased. They are for us. That's why Walter nails the point we need to show our gratitude to the person now, not when they're dead.

[@KodeRed98]

Currently 1am and I’m having a panic attack as the finitude of life is weighing on me like a ton of bricks. Hopefully the next hour and a half will ease some anxiety but even if it doesn’t, I appreciate your work Dr. Attia.

[@titaniummaster1532]

Hope your feeling better, what’s bothering you in particular?

[@HippityHopity]

Sending love ❤ that 1am anxiety is horrible 😢

[@KodeRed98]

@@titaniummaster1532 the thought of not existing, kinda terrifying

[@titaniummaster1532]

@@KodeRed98 same here , I understand. I started thinking that as a child . Very sobering. At least you appreciate what you have but afraid of losing it. Life is tough, I’ve had a rough few years my self…..

[@ccsluf]

Please at least CONSIDER the possibility that what you are about to read is actually true. If you are skeptical, ask God that IF it IS true, he would reveal that to you. The reason you feel the way you do is because of SIN. Not specifically sin that you have committed, because you are no worse than anyone else in that regard. I'm talking about a spiritual DISEASE of sorts that started in the beginning with Adam and Eve. The Bible says that disease is been "passed down through the seed of the man" so we ALL inherit it from our father. So we ALL sin, or "fall short of God's glory." (Romans 3:23) Our due payment, or "wages," for that sin is DEATH, or separation from God. (Romans 6:23a) BUT God provided a solution to our dismal dilemma! "The GIFT of God is ETERNAL LIFE through CHRIST JESUS our Lord!" (Romans 6:23b) I am grateful to GOD that I have NO FEAR of death, because I KNOW my destination - NOT because of any merit of MY OWN, but because I have put my faith in the merit of the finished work of JESUS, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world. Would you like to be freed from the bondage of the "ton of bricks"? God WANTS you to be free! Satan wants you to stay in bondage! Ask God if what I am saying is true. Give your life to him. Trust that Jesus paid the price to free you from the bondage of SIN. Here is one way of thinking about it: ABC process: 1) Admit you are a sinner (Rom 3:23) separated from God (Rom 6:23a) - Biblical definition of confession (of sin) 2) Believe (Rom 10:9b - lit. "have faith") Jesus "paid your debt" (Rom 5:8) by taking your punishment on himself (2Co 5:21a) so that God can see you "just as if you never sinned" (2Co 5:21b). 3) Commit your life to following Jesus - Biblical definition of CONFESSION (of Jesus as Lord) - Rom. 10:9

[@maalipaas]

Wonderful conversation. My mom died when she was 53, so I set my expiration date based on that as well and my way of thinking about the future changed. I feel like I have 20 more years to go and I got kinda paralyzed by it. But this whole conversation offers a positive and hopeful side of that perspective. Thank you both.

[@coachmarkmariani]

Thank you both for this amazing, heartfelt and impactful conversation. One of the most meaningful podcasts that I've listened to in a long time. THANK YOU! 🙏

[@fraserseymour3714]

Walter and Peter: thank you. I will actively share this message.

[@ablanccanvas]

Who knew that demonstrating ‘compassion and gratitude’ would be two of the most difficult things we would do in our lives. Beautiful interview! Thank you both, Peter Attia and Walter Green. 😌♥️👍🏽🇨🇦

[@DJSC5618]

At 28:35 teary eyed about the recollection of gratitude...it would have been nice during this interview to pause and invite to ask in wonder what he must have really felt and why it made him cry ❤

[@WorthItToYou]

Listened to this one again for a third time. Both of their voices are so sincere. I like changing the thought process before I meet with someone. Is helpful with a recent change at work.

[@fahada1921]

I’m grateful for you Peter

[@brightenthecorners_]

Absolute breath of fresh air. Authentic and inspiring 🙏🏽 thank you Walter and Peter for the exchange.

[@nda4591]

Such a moving conversation! Thanks for existing! with all the selfishness, materialism and brutality we see in the world; messages like this one remind us that humanity can be beautiful! Very inspiring!

[@suepundt9935]

Thank you both. This is truly one of the best interviews I've had the privilege of listening to. Beautiful. Authentic. Meaningful. Important. Thank you both for the beautiful humanity you bring to this broken world❤

[@mcryan3890]

Thia is actually a wonderful talk. So many nuggets of wisdom, ill share this to others

[@ST-pp3fk]

The most beautiful conversation I have heard in a long time. Thank you so much to both of you 🙏

[@BC-vj4gv]

I sent this to one of my friends that has impacted my life significantly. I will definitely practice “say it now” with the people that have had an impact in my life. Thank you, Peter Attia.🙏🏼

[@Buddhagirl]

What an incredibly beautiful and impactful podcast. So important to speak our gratitude to those we love while they are still with us. I think this conversation will now give us all the permission to voice our love freely to those we care about. Thank you 🥰

[@Esb0714]

Anyone who knows Peter (even from afar) has to revere his wisdom - in that he realizes we humans are spiritual beings. He never loses the point of how critical it is to treat the whole person. Remember the last chapter of his book, "Outlive."

[@BrianLPNRN2012]

This has been very enlightening. And has given me a few new insights on life. We all can learn from.

[@Esibaby-e9i]

Thanks ever so much for inviting such great personalities with rare wisdom these days. So much to learn from 🙏

[@eljeer123]

This is awe inspiring. My God I'm speechless. I'm turning 50 on Tuesday I'm definitely taking elements of his lessons and wisdom for my own life and relationships. ❤😊🙏✊

[@surfmonkey89]

Man, this was a good one. I've read and listened to A LOT of stuff wrt gratitude, but hearing it from Walter Green seems to mean more. What a great individual.

[@maryamel1]

This is an absolutely beautiful episode. So touching, Walter you are so inspirational. I cried so much

[@claudiavillela3009]

This was the most important and wonderful message I’ve watched on KZbin so far. How emotional was to hear about Walter’s life journey. He is an extraordinary person, and God bless him and his family. ❤️

[@mTaR36S]

Thankyou Peter ! for introducing me to Walter Green. I did not know him or the Say It Now Movement. I am so grateful for the video and all the remarkable information. I will look up the website and follow the recommendations. I have some people that I want to connect with. Thankyou for all that you do. Walter said it so well !

[@juliesill8074]

I listen to A LOT of podcasts. This one really spoke to my heart. I teared up many times. So many beautiful thoughts & words & feelings. Profound. Peter you did an excellent job listening & asking great questions. Thank you Walter. I will be reading your book 🤍💫🤍

[@WilliamChan]

I feel like this should be one of the first episodes of The Drive someone should watch if they're coming to it newly. In our quests to live longer, healthier lives, it's easy to lose sight of the fact that anything can happen, and that expressing gratitude is always better done sooner than later.

[@luisladino6162]

Thanks, Dr. I come from Venezuela and I learning english. I love using english to understand this beautiful lesson.

[@realgreekexperiences]

What a wonderful, wonderful interview! Thanks so much for this beautiful discussion.

[@joanfreyre]

I got the importance of the positive energy you both exchanged by doing this in person together. It was powerful. Thanks!

[@joryiansmith]

This was a very special conversation. Thank you Walter and Peter 🙏

[@elliemaleki2290]

What a touching interview. I appreciate the time the two of you spent to share this message.

[@amomentwithlife1557]

I need to say it now!! Thank you, thank you, thank you 🙏🏼

[@lizkain8434]

I just want to thank you for this genuine and life-changing / impactful talk

[@kironafly6605]

Very Very good, Sage advice for living in this world of great distraction & selfishness. I’ve passed this on to people (family) I care about. Personally I’m entering phase 3. Thanks! 🙏

[@frankgaudioso5749]

Wow, what an incredible conversation. Walter is an absolute inspiration. Thank you, Peter.

[@MsQ275]

Incredible and impactful conversation that I really needed to hear today. Thank you and God bless ❤🙏

[@carlamarcella4223]

This was such a heartfelt and moving conversation. Thank you so much for sharing this.

[@miaash3870]

Your very best podcast, Peter! Thank you

[@sherricude5597]

Another goal accomplished for the BOTH of you… Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU for your EXCELLENT work!!!

[@Hear4thescience]

I can’t express how much I loved this conversation. At the gym trying not to cry on the treadmill in zone 2

[@JeffW81]

Thank you for sharing this amazing conversation ❤️

[@jonasburger9770]

I have been listening to your podcast from episode 10 or so, and i think it influenced me in a very good way, i wish you all the best and want to thank you for every single episode you took the time to do! :)

[@scottbruce9872]

Great interview. Lot’s of great life info. Thanks to you and Walter.

[@thomaspessoa]

This is so beatiful. Thank you both for that.

[@doresnalwanga5499]

❤🎉This is it listening to this amazing podcast has changed my perspective on life! Was genuinely truthful and changing lives for along time especially for the young people will be life well lived and I am very grateful to have the time to listen and share with those I care about. Again thank you so much

[@Kimmer]

Love this discussion. While I agree that we should tell people how we feel about them while they're living, I don't agree that they don't hear what is said at a memorial service. For those of us with faith in God, we have the conviction that Tim Russert and others who have died can hear every word at their funeral service. Life doesn't end with physical death.

[@Youtuber89329]

This is what we all needed thank you SAY IT NOW

[@RhettAnderson]

The more people who listen to this podcast, the better the world will be.

[@chanceparsons4966]

This is probably the best thing I've ever experienced on the Internet.

[@jeandicarlo-wagner]

What a blessing! Thank you both 🙏

[@simulationtheory9]

Such a great story, life is too short to waste time

[@evelynramos445]

Powerful story, thank you your share.

[@thebigkid4243]

Amazing message! Thanks for this ❤

[@heatherhunter2223]

Thank you so much for this. What a Absolutely Beautiful man❤

[@QwinnieLu56]

Great conversation - thank you both 🙏

[@kengreeff]

Such an amazing episode, thank you.

[@lauriewebb4726]

So inspirational ❤

[@lauriewebb4726]

Thank you so much for sharing ❤❤

[@johnkodhek]

This was incredible. Thank you so much.

[@HulkandTurtle]

Wonderful interview!

[@SeanBreathnach]

Brilliant pod, thoroughly enjoyed it.

[@claudiapangan1676]

Amazing podcast!!! Thank you to both of you!

[@kvk1]

Thank you both. Great conversation.

[@hamzaahadaf4399]

God bless your family ❤❤❤

[@mcat823]

Love this focus, I look forward to employing this plan skill. In combination with Hubermans Gratitude practices, I have my work cut out. What also stands out to me though is how he was able to get treatment for his mental illness. There was no discussion of cost, or being thrown on the streets because he couldn’t pay. How many today have not had this opportunity and could have become better versions of themselves, but instead are dead, homeless, cast out, increasing their chances of never recovering? This is a wonderful story but is completely out of reach for most of this country. I have insurance but it would not cover 3 months in an institution, loss of pay; I’d lose my job, my house, be homeless and bankrupt.

[@dant.6364]

It sounds like God is speaking to you to do something about it, perhaps as a volunteer or even starting your own non-profit to help the homeless.

[@HeatherBaughn]

From the Dietitians in Ohio- We love you Peter!!!

[@legarockefeller]

This one made me cry !

[@avocadodoggo6236]

Great interview Very wise words

[@manolopapas]

That was really beautiful.

[@Cathy-xi8cb]

Work in hospice. Treat people in acute care. Mortality is real. Make today better, make someone else's day better today. Your days are limited. Make the best of them.

[@ksmoothy28]

I'm speechless... Wow

[@narelletaylor183]

Wow what a story. Great interview. I'm a wreck. 😢❤

[@repurposedart9897]

This is so good

[@jeanrichards-carter2522]

Very meaningful conversation to me and grateful. Sometimes I don’t know how to help other people.

[@user-fk8yz1hw8x]

Ty..! 🙏😊

[@cain6981]

What a great interview

[@Cathy_1998]

Thank you!

[@luisladino6162]

Thanks 😊

[@lisatowe778]

Loved this interview!! If you could transplant that push into other people we would be a society like we used to be. I’ve been knocked down over and over like this man but I’ve always gotten back up and kept going. There’s a switch inside people and they can wallow like a victim or get up like a survivor but you can’t flip that switch for anyone. God has been my mainstay but I also believe genetics gave me the drive to not stay down It also gives you perspective on others who are trying to get back up from a knock down, you learn to help those and walk past the “victims”.

[@michaeltaylor8204]

male age 61_how can i test vo2 if i cnt do cycling, run, cross trainer. i have insane hip/tendonophyy and prudendal neurology from cycling it saying that i box moving side to side at moderate to high intensity 2 + hrs a day 2 without any difficulty. lol

[@JanBuschman-b7z]

wonderful

[@belong7495]

Cultivating relationships can go either way when you have been subjected to possible early life lack

[@chrishabgood8900]

No idea who this guy is, but amazing insight.

[@PatrickHarris-y6j]

Well said

[@kathrynpoppywagner]

❤️❤️❤️

[@vantarpon6849]

Outlier opinion - I couldn't get through half of this. And unlike others comments, I wasn't moved at all - from an emotional standpoint or from a "life lesson/words of wisdom" angle. Great guy, but he reminds me of a business successful post war/boomer - with a Dale Carnegie 1950's outlook.

[@ArleneLevenson]

Thank you Peter for representing uber Boomers, too! Love your content, your heart and soul!

[@ggbrait7140]

❤❤❤

[@sminuu0]

❤