3 Books that Changed My Way of Living

[@KalleFlodin]

Hey friends 🌲 Which one will you listen to first? Go to www.audible.com/kalleflodin or text kalleflodin to 500 500 and start listening today!

[@coeursauvage-b1k]

Great video Kalle! I would probably listen Ishmael, although I hesitated with the company of one 😊

[@KalleFlodin]

@@coeursauvage-b1k it's ok to read all of them 😉

[@ashh9154]

I will listen to Ishmael! :) Thanks Kalle, this was very inspiring. If you have more books or podcasts worth sharing, I would love to hear about them!

[@johannabjorkell4226]

Downloaded all three! Looking forward to listening to them. The link to audible didn’t do much? What was supposed to happen through it? I payed full price for three credits, so hope you got somwthing from it!

[@maureenmccue6880]

As you were describing Ishmael and its opening questions, I thought about how Jeff Bezos’s company is actively helping to destroy the planet and society, so while I do think I’ll read Ishmael, I won’t be using Audible to do so. Thank you for a great video

[@vw9502]

3. Breath, the new science of a lost art - James Nestor (health) 1:40 2. Company of One - Paul Jarvis (career) 4:52 1. Ishmael - Daniel Quinn (philosophy) 8:25

[@Some_kind_of_wonderfü]

🙏

[@IamAnson777]

Thanks

[@maggiaebi8323]

@Michelle Mather you will be taping you mouth at night and sleeping so beautifully!

[@brettg1]

Thank you.

[@zboston2861]

For anyone interested in subject consistency, Ishmael contains no philosophy

[@rangerdoc1029]

"outside of a dog, a book is man's best friend. Inside of a dog it's too dark to read". -Groucho Marx

[@SUPERFUCKNDUPER]

LMFAO 😂😂😂

[@linaorozco4025]

Mmm it would be better with a Cat 🐈 😋🧡

[@kimikoifish7]

Honestly Kalle when you’re talking about wanting to be in control of your own time I almost got misty eyed because that’s how I feel right now. I don’t dislike my job but I dislike the strict structure of my life where I can’t on a whim take my children to the lake to play.

[@lieuwina]

That was such a wonderful story about your dad and I can see how you admired and respected him for it. The influence it had on you stuck to you till you were an adult. That is such a treasure. Thank you for sharing.

[@reedackerman9041]

I read Ishmael when I was 15, probably 20 times since (35 now). Completely destroyed my life in the best way possible. Never been the same, and so happy for it.

[@gwendelyne]

"Books are the quietest and most constant of friends; they are the most accessible and wisest of counselors, and the most patient of teachers." - Charles W. Eliot. Thank you for sharing these! I love that feeling of being so profoundly changed by a book that you can't help but share it. I know what I'm adding to my already 4 foot tall pile of "books to read" list 😅

[@KalleFlodin]

Wise words Gwen ❤ Haha, remember to start reading as well so the pile can get a bit smaller 😅❤

[@JM-mj1lb]

I love these words, thank you for sharing them!

[@fluff2001]

Your comment really was insightful and important to hear...... peace from Texas .......

[@richt3993]

Great quote!

[@sunlioness1]

"The Moneyless Man: A Year of Freeconomic Living" was the book that had that same effect on me. Ever since reading it, I see my captivity.

[@pamelapeterson2987]

I have not read it, but Im guessing it is about living a "no buy" year...did you actually try it?

[@mrc.p8423]

Great book, hes done a couple of others which are good aswell

[@SamuelJMartinIII]

1:43 Breath, The New Science of a Lost Art by James Nestor 4:53 Company of One, Why Staying Small Is The Next Big Thing For Business by Paul Jarvis 8:25 Ishmael (A Novel) by Daniel Quinn

[@tranquilyserene8942]

Thank you Kalle 3. Breath, the new science of a lost art - James Nestor (health) 1:40 2. Company of One - Paul Jarvis (career) 4:52 1. Ishmael - Daniel Quinn (philosophy) 8:25

[@kathym6603]

"Deciding about your own time." Sounds like a definition for FREEDOM.

[@aleksander3978]

Hey, Great Books! Here is my top 3: 1. The Little Prince - Antoine de Saint-Exupéry (philosophical) 2. The Wim Hof Method - Wim Hof (health) 3. 12 Rules for Life - Jordan Peterson (philosophical) I will read company of one since i am building my own business right now :) Thank you for your great videos, take care!

[@Suzitao]

The Little Prince is defo in my top 10 too!

[@Tom-sf7cm]

Jordan Peterson is a run of the mill Christian conservative who has become famous for spouting generic self help tips. His form of self help is very much part of the illusion that Kalle has managed to break away from. This self help serves to make you a better cog in the machine that is the corporate run industrial society (the destruction of the world). It makes you interpret political and social issues as your own. Jordan Peterson himself is right wing, the right wing push for keeping 'tradition' (these traditions are part of the illusion and destruction of the world) while also advocating for industrial and technological growth. Technological growth and 'keeping tradition' are not compatible. You cannot have growth without drastic societal change. And this societal change is propelling us towards more degeneracy and destruction. He is not able to see this because he has fallen back on and takes comfort in the illusion of Christianity (a system of control that has allowed the mass of workers to slave away all day destroying the planet for monetary gain of the oligarchy). I strongly recommend to stay away from Peterson's destructive thinking and to instead see behind the veil: Who benefits from getting people to follow his ideology.

[@aleksander3978]

@@Tom-sf7cm I am glad you have your own opinion but i dont appreciate if people put words/thoughts into my mouth/mind. Its in my top 3 list because it helped me a lot in my life so it is very personal. I grew up and was raised christian and i am very close to nature and i call myself minimalist. There are many ways to understand his books and I took the best for myself. It helped me to get a stronger mind and get my life together. I am now self employed and not working for any big corporation. If you are a true christian you will not waste money on materialistic things. The biggest problem we have as a society ist over consumerism which leads to all the climate problems we have right now. I can 100% assure you that it has nothing to to with any Ideology but with people spending money on stuff they dont really need. Thats why i like kalle living a simple minimalistic life. He is a big inspiration and i am happy that i will soon live like him because i am self employed. The only thing i might agree with you is, that some people get blinded by JP and worship him like some kind of god. Stil i can totally recommend his book.

[@TKDBoy1987]

12 Rules for Life... Excelent book. Peterson is an absolute genius!

[@anybodyoutthere3208]

Love love your choices! Thanks for sharing 👍

[@draug7966]

Thanks for the book tips Kalle. And yes, completely agree about the 9-5. It´s not about not wanting to work, it´s just that some of us need to do it on our own terms at least to some level.

[@karenm5681]

I really loved your fantastic story about your Dad calling his “boss” and asking if he could please stay home so he could spend time with his son. What a great memory from your childhood. The book that I will start with is Company of One… I feel it applies to me as a small business owner who works from home.

[@editelh]

I caught this video today, and I remembered why I hadn’t watched this channel for a long time, and why I hadn’t subscribed. Ads at the beginning, ads in the middle, ads at the end; and the feeling that I’m not really watching life in rural Sweden, but I’m watching a Swede with an online business.

[@LilyGazou]

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[@malgaa3655]

I have read such books through and through my life thinking during my very young days thinking as if I have to fix my lost soul to a standard of which the authors of such books have set. Reading what anyone wrote was always a human dialogue and all ideologies and philosophies were fascinating till the next life situation showed up. I read many new age books, about Buddhism and too many to explain. It was always a fall and stand up on my own until I realized I am not just a soul but I have a Spirit in which all I need for this life and beyond is Divinely and precisely stored up. It was Bible that gave me the way and the truth about everything that exists or beyond. I am not relating to The Bible as a religious book, but more a relational one that only one's spirit can reveal. I am now seeing why this world is full of humans suffering including my self and thankful for the Bible for opening my eyes to the HEAVENS❣❣❣

[@evak3356]

This is why I have a problem finding my soulmate. He's probably out there in the woods somewhere.

[@davereckoning9530]

Ah yes, but ask yourself - where do woodsmen go to get away from it all? Look there.

[@evak3356]

@@davereckoning9530 to the woods I must go! LMAO

[@davereckoning9530]

@@evak3356 Have Fun !

[@Jewelmind]

😅 love this

[@bryansmith1186]

That’s hilarious

[@dogmom8668]

Breathe first. Everything starts with the breath. Then Ishmael. Every journey starts with a step. Then Company of One bc even though Im a teacher in public school theres a lot to learn from the self.

[@spyridoulakolossa]

That someone wrote a whole book about breathing is amazing! So much knowledge out there for the most basic things in life

[@avaceleste]

The first thing they teach you in monk school (at least some) is to breathe.💛

[@sallyunderwood66]

It is a brilliant book. I have just been in a very different situation to Kalle - stuck in one room for three weeks - not able to go outside and crappy food to eat. I had James Nestor's book with me and I stayed healthy and sane with breathing - plus daily cold showers, Qi Gong and 5-Tibetan Rites (recommended by Nestor)

[@angiestone6580]

@@sallyunderwood66 I cant imagine how that has been for you. Im glad you had a good book with you. Stay sane ok! Light and love.

[@MindfullyMindy]

Kalle, thank you for sharing your book list with us. Ishmael sounds just up my alley. I very much do not, nor ever have, vibed with the consumer driven world around us. I think a good number of your viewers are seeking a simpler, quieter, even more holistic life. They, like me, see the many benefits to a great number of modern things, but want to live in a world full of artisans, not factories. Balance.

[@KalleFlodin]

I think so too, that's why I wanted to recommend that book ❤

[@ichschwoersosehr]

Fantastic! My top three: 1. Siddharta (Hesse) - Spirituality 2. Two Meals A Day (Sisson) - Health 3. This Civilization Is Finished (Read&Alexander) - Climate Crisis

[@MadameAskenDunn]

Ishmael had the same effect on me; it completely changed the way I saw the world! It is a really important book. In fact, we buy cheap copies periodically so we can give them away. It is not hard reading, but it can be annoying. Stick with it: you have to get all the way to the end to fully understand it!

[@adelaide6279]

I love the story about your Dad calling his “boss”, that’s so precious and adorable. Thanks for sharing it Kalle 💚 great book recommendations too!

[@l.mendes547]

I am since recently forced to start the keto diet due to neurological health matters that have been showing up since one year and half, including adding a few breathing exercises. I cannot believe in such short time how much difference I see. I say I was forced because of health matters but I believe my body was refusing to continue with old patterns (although it wasn't too bad) the change is significant. I think we are forced everytime more to really look closer to what we are eating. We can't reach for sustainability only externally, it must align also internal with our health habits. Thank you for sharing the books and this conversation. 🙂🙏

[@aspenedgewalker]

I already have audible and just purchased Ishmael. I’ve been listening to As A Man Thinketh by James Allen. Twice in 2 days and probably a few more times to really get it ingrained in my cells.... Looking forward to Ishmael 👍😉❤️🙏

[@oldforestroad]

Whew...I am fortunate to find your channel. And the irony kills me that I sitting here watching KZbin and needing the opposite. Thank you for sharing your experience. Carrots are a perfect foot. I feel the most important thing we can do in life is to find the good in all things, especially the good in hardship, the lessons learned from failure and difficulty, and the growth that comes from resiliency. Be encouraging, be a pillar, and someone to lean on. Be the lighthouse in the storm. People over profits. Purpose over destiny. Teach, and be teachable.

[@ConflagrationClone]

James Nestor’s book changed my whole outlook on health. It provided a new schema through which to understand my major in exercise science.

[@KalleFlodin]

Aw, I'm so happy it had the same impact on you!

[@VintageSoul_1]

Just bought all 3 books, super excited about them all!

[@KalleFlodin]

Yay! Hope you will like them 😍

[@veronicamaria2730]

Books definitely change lives. "Day of the Jackal" by Frederick Forsyth, (book, not the movie) changed my young teen-aged life. It was the first time it occurred to me (no kidding) that there are two sides to every story.

[@m.e.3614]

Hi Kalle, thank you for this video. I really appreciate your suggestions, as well as the link to audible. I watch a number of people on KZbin who are into nature, living off-grid, etc., and they can all have their interesting thoughts and ways that I enjoy very much, but I appreciate how you can think a little bit more about some things and the unique perspective you bring to that. You are a bit like the philosopher in the woods, and I can imagine it would be so much fun to read one of these books and then sit around a quiet fire at night sipping tea and talking with you about what they all mean. :) I will definitely be listening to the first one, so thank you again! 🌲

[@susanmuraguri8564]

I must admit that no one really thinks of how they breathe until someone truly focuses on it....I think I'd be more interested to read Nestor's and Javis's books....the philosophical one is also insightful, but the second and third books would be more applicable to me at the point that I currently I'm in life.....thank you so much for sharing, Kalle.....Please pass my greetings to Christine.....

[@ilovejesuschrist208]

The breath is key. When things get tough I remind myself to allow my breath to carry me. When I become conscious of my breath and make it my primary focus everything else becomes manageable.

[@idalarsson5540]

Sista boken du pratade om är definitivt boken jag ska läsa. Kommer läsa den, vill ändå ge dig beröm och tacka dig för dina videos. Bara genom att lyssna på dig får en att vilja ändra livsstil och ändra ens tankesätt och försöka bli bättre på allt man gör. Fortsätt sprid din kunskap och tankar kring livsstil. Tack! 🥰

[@KalleFlodin]

Tack snälla, va fint att höra Ida ❤

[@horrifiedheartlander]

The whole "Ishmael" trilogy were the books that changed me. They have had little effect on my conduct, but they challenged my world view. Living with my world view and primal philosophies constantly challenged is very humbling, but I hope that sense of being challenged remains with me from now on.

[@Kinglymarker8988]

My college English professor, had me stay after class one night, and handed me "My Ismael" and said, " I think you're ready for this, it will help you in your classroom teaching. I read it, got the other two, and it changed the way I thought about the world and how I interacted with my HS Students in class.

[@psychologie1054]

Ishmael has always been one of my favorite books. I've been watching a lot of those similar channels lately. People who move back to nature, solitude and the simpler things like "back then". Social media is usually described as one of the worst cancers of this cold and fast world that so many are supposedly are trying to flee yet they share their "slower, simpler und ultimately better" lifestyles from every available angle with thousands or even millions of strangers worldwide as the mainly only source if income. I'm not hating on anybody it's just that back to nature and full use of the questionable social media doesn't really fit together. Just some food for thought...

[@lowcarbRD]

That's a good point and something I struggle with too. Perhaps though, instead of being a slave to these modern technologies we conciously use them as the tools they are to allow us to spend our time as we wish? So much of every day life is wrapped up in technology it's hard to shun technology entirely 🤷

[@daniellereeve3988]

Interesting point. I personally don't feel social media is the problem, but rather the way we use social medial and what we choose to consume. If we take responsibility for the way we use those platforms, then we can actually turn them into something positive, like the content in these videos. I don't feel it is necessarily going back to how it was back then, but evolving towards something more sustainable, using the tools we have at hand today. Loved the video, and the books that were recommended. Shall definitely be reading Ishmael. Thank you!

[@andreg1048]

Attachment to things is the problem not the thing it’s self

[@DCB938]

@@daniellereeve3988 you make an excellent point. I for one do not want to completely go back to the old way. I love being able to learn almost anything online. I don’t use any of the social medias other than KZbin. When I find something interesting I’ll research it online. I admire him for being able to live out in the middle of nowhere by himself but it isn’t for me.

[@weekendatbernies2265]

Best of both worlds, imho....

[@gabrielleszafir]

Thank you for sharing - I had a similar experience moving to the middle of nature from cities - it was like shifting to living life in a completely different consciousness and rhythm. What I love about the subtext of what you're saying here is that we have the space and time to recalibrate our inner worlds and to come home to our self by exposing ourselves to new energy - which is so powerful. Really appreciate that you're sharing some of your "coming home" story. It's such good medicine for people these days. (I also make videos on KZbin with a similar intention - Just started my KZbin journey actually ☺️ - on that note, thank you for your beautiful videos, totally inspired by your vision and work!) Sending my best to you and Christine from the Southwest of North America

[@anouksophia7399]

This is wonderful Kalle, ! Love the first book and love audible. Audible saved me from a dark anxious time in my life. thank you for taking the time and being such an inspiration just by being You. I moved to the edge of the Saharan desert in Luxor Egypt, I had arrived here with curiosity and one small suitcase, 3 years ago..

[@LilyGazou]

Sounds like an adventure.

[@aprilstorkamp7067]

I have to say I have only just discovered your channel, and I may be obsessed!! I know I will find myself impatiently waiting for your next video....all the time! Thanks for sharing your story with the world.

[@AITreeBranches]

I'm glad you found happiness, but I can't really imagine that you can resume yourself to three books. Mainly the desire for change was already there, and you found some guides in this three books, but mostly and surely all of the other books influenced you on a subconscious level as well. I'm glad you found happiness, it is indeed a precious gem.

[@juliaodonovan]

“Small wonder that spell means both a story told, and a formula of power over living men.” - J.R.R. Tolkien. I remember the Breath book from your Patreon post, and I am thoroughly intrigued! I signed up for Audible and decided to use my credit for Ishmael though, since I have trouble focusing while reading fiction sometimes. I'd say this is a good start to my "read one book a month" new year's intention 👍🏻 Thanks Kalle, and I hope you and Christine are getting better, slowly but surely 💙

[@lorna3043]

Hey Kalle, I am happy to be able to watch you again. it has been a while since I tuned in because the job I do takes a lot of my time. watching you again feels like I am getting back into normal. watching you ,Christina and the dogs just makes me delighted and gives me good FOOD FOR THOUGHT. Best wishes for 2022.

[@LuanEevee]

I saw this video in recommendations, clicked on it. I got to say, I'm definitely buying all these books. I do not know what it is about your energy, but it's so sincere and calming, I like it. You have another subscriber man!

[@claudiahansen728]

Thank you, Kalle. That is an interesting selection of books. I put Breathe on hold for me at the library right away. Last year I was on a run and had to stop, because I felt so exhausted. After that day, my pace has gotten slower and slower and I think it is because of shallow breathing (because I catch myself holding my breath all the time).

[@realmsabovetheclouds3619]

Wow same- holding my breath!

[@tahu1349]

For it for me was 1. Printing money by Count E Fitter 2. Getting people to do what need by ACon Art Tees 3. Live Extravagantly on a Budget by P On Zi Scheme

[@daniellehager5167]

Ishmael is my favorite book of all time I read it for the first time at 19 and it is insane how much reality is there in the things we don't pay attention to

[@buddhistbushcrafter4589]

"Ishmael" changed my life too! It shocked me out of many of my beliefs.

[@sielsounds]

"The Omnivore's Dilemma" was that book that separated life before and life after for me. Can't wait to read Ishmael!

[@jonathandoelander6130]

This guy needs to get bACK into the Matrix. What he's doing is wrong.

[@miggy2002]

@@jonathandoelander6130 care to elaborate?

[@Cam-Kimmet]

@@jonathandoelander6130 ???

[@jonathandoelander6130]

@@Cam-Kimmet He is acting selfishly and trying to exist outside of the system.He is flouting social norms and rejecting collectivism.

[@Ellary_Rosewood]

Thank you for the book recommendations, Kalle! I have been looking for more books to read lately! Also, I hate to point out anything negative on your beautiful video, but my one gripe is the Audible part. As much as I love Audible and have used their services in the past, I just cannot support Amazon in any way anymore. Since we are on the topic of being more conscious and realizing how our own actions have consequences, I think one of the first things we can do is recognize the impact of supporting corporations like Amazon are how they are destroying our planet. Not to mention how horribly their employees are treated. I used to use Amazon all the time, but after educating myself on just how horrible of a company it is, I refuse to support them in any way anymore. I will be supporting small businesses and find these books through other means though! Thank you, as always, Kalle. I look forward to your next videos! 😊

[@glaucia2601]

Ellary Rose, 100% agree with you about Amazon. I really wish that all youtubers would stop promoting Amazon. I will also buy the book from a local store. Planning on reading all 3 recommendations ;-) Thank you Kalle, great video

[@Ellary_Rosewood]

@@glaucia2601 Yeah, it's really frustrating because I see a lot of KZbinrs who focus on being more eco friendly, self sustainable, and conscious about how our choices impact the environment, etc, but then I see them being sponsored by Audible. It's a bit frustrating and sad. 😟

[@LilyGazou]

Thank you. I’m so happy to see this.

[@Ellary_Rosewood]

@@LilyGazou I'm surprised more people aren't talking about it, to be honest. It's quite frustrating. 😕

[@geniusidea9038]

I'm currently living with my parents and I disturb them all day by telling what I read everyday . I think unknowingly it is a great way to remember what you read. And now I’m currently about 80% through "Playbook to Millions by Grant Cardone. I have read a lot of entrepreneurial books and self improvement books, and this book is my absolute favorite. This book is extraordinary and really gets you to work extremely hard toward your goals in life and succeed at multiple different areas like career and relationships. This is an absolute must buy if you need a push to get you going in business or you want more out of life.

[@madelinedwight]

I know EXACTLY what you mean when you couldn't even put into words what the book Ishmael did for you. That is exactly how I felt when reading a book called Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer ❤

[@Livemindfully247]

I love Braiding Sweetgrass! I can read it over and over again.

[@lynnmichelle5482]

I bought this book for my sister who is a horticulturist, must read it myself!!

[@madelinedwight]

@@Livemindfully247 It's the best!

[@madelinedwight]

@@lynnmichelle5482 Oh I'm sure she LOVED it! I highly recommend everyone read it :)

[@zeni.naturally]

Thank you so much for these recommandations! I am torn between Ishmael and Company of One as I am going self employed in a month but looove everything that is written to make us rethink our lifestyle!

[@NishantKaushik1508]

Hi kalle, In ancient India, the yogis taught people that if you are able to control your pattern of breathing, you can control your life and it's completely true,,, you can notice whenever we are angry our breath is very fast,,, and the Yogi taught us that if you control your breath you can control your anger too

[@clairehenman4499]

Ishmael has just hit the top of my Christmas list - thank you for these recommendations, please do more of these - and would love to hear Christine's suggestions too. 🌲

[@KalleFlodin]

Happy to hear it! I promise you're gonna love it ❤

[@artofletgo6441]

The experience speaks ... calm & focused 👍

[@ccn6558]

Ishamael!!! I have recommended that book so many times. I don't know how many people actually read it, but the concepts are so important.

[@MikelBluni]

I‘m almost through with Ishmael. Definitely changing my already adapting view on our lifestyle even further. I personally have found „Happy is free“ by Hale Dwoskin and some of Osho‘s books to be real eye openers, too.

[@geraldfrank1630]

“JAWS” by Kahn & Ehrlich. Oral posture & nose breathing are most important. 🙏

[@hanazuki333]

how did you manage to be so comfortable in the snow and even shower outside, how did you do it ?? how did you manage the cold temp in your body ??

[@motivatedtocomment]

Happy your huskies are enjoying their proper place as man's best friend

[@aymeahrens7833]

Hey Kalle. You might enjoy "The More Beautiful World Our Hearts Know is Possible" by Charles Eisenstein. Definitely a before/after book.

[@annamarsch6091]

Its free to download. Great book!

[@davidwhite6617]

Thank you, you have reinvigorated my appetite for reading again. Or in this case listening. Growing up we had a library of books in our house. From the classics to stories , novels documentaries and everything in between. Text books on every subject. It was such a wealth of knowledge. I'm just now knowing of this wonderful technology of audio books. Thank you.

[@angelbeta4015]

Thank you for your recommendations I am listening to "Breath" on audible. I am enjoying it, I understand now that I am a pulmonaut and have been for several years, I thought I was alone in this but it seems that there are many people that have explored this form of medicine. Thanks again

[@jamie7056]

The pursuit of profit,to the cost of everything else,will be our undoing.The Company of One sounds a must,tack Kalle🇸🇪👍

[@KalleFlodin]

I'll check those out as well! 😊

[@mmeb7250]

Hello Kalie. I wanted to say thank you so much for this video. I ordered and read the Company of One book based on your comments, and it was been an excellent teacher as I take steps to launch my own company of one. Many thanks for this thoughtful video!

[@jelenaissajeva2096]

Kalle, thanks for amazing video and reading recommendations! I really love to hear the stories about the simpler and life transforming worldview!

[@enricojakobsoriano]

Thanks for sharing your book recommendations. I added them all to my reading list. But I really wanted to thank you for sharing your childhood memory of your dad making time for you. It brought a smile to my face and I thank you for that. You’ve got a new sub.

[@JohannaKlugsberger]

It’s very interesting too, that a lot of tooth issues come from eating soft (processed/ cooked) food. Children that eat only regional, unprocessed food rarely have jaws that are to narrow. Having the need to use the muscles of the jaw, helps to form it in its proper form.

[@misterarminius5907]

This feels so familiar... I work in the corporate finance world now (not so long), and since age 15 I always said I'd be self-employed.. Due to circumstances I haven't been able to make the leap to leaving the 9 to 5. But I honestly hate it for exactly the reason that I can't control my time. I'm known for my broad knowledge on many different fields, many say I should be a professor but I now try to translate this into writing books. I enjoy writing. I hope some good things come from it as I'm 26 now and I can't wait to make the leap into a self-sustainable life!

[@l.zeitgeist3584]

Ishmael!

[@nicolarielly7679]

Hi Kalle - thank you for sharing - I´ve just ordered all 3 books for my sons for Christmas! Loved this video - it was so simple but you shared so much of yourself - thanks. It would be great if Christina could share her best 3 books too. sending love xxx

[@huettenleben94]

Thanks for the video! A small live where you feel you own emotions and your mind is truly the best.

[@jazashaikh4765]

Just yesterday I got this channel in my page and happen to see soo many videos till now , and still watching

[@ariavril5434]

Oh my goodness! You probably will never see this comment since I am commenting so late, but I had to leave it after watching this video. I recently discovered your channel and I watched quite a few of your videos and I’m not the type of person that comments frequently on any sites. However, when I watch this video and you mentioned Ishmael as your favorite book I had to say something. That is also my favorite book. I am always suggesting that book to people whom I consider that are contemplating a life change. Ishmael changed my life too. I love what you’re doing, Kalle! You should check out a book written by a friend of mine who is a somewhat well-known author. His name is Derrick Jensen and I truly think you would love some of his writings. I have so thoroughly enjoyed observing you and your lovely partner! Whenever I watch videos with the two of you I get the feeling that I’m looking at true, honest soulmates and that is a very encouraging thing to witness. Thank you for what you do. It is so important that each of us tries to leave some sort of impact in our personal circles. The things that you say in your videos can generate change. It’s like tossing a stone into a lake. You can see the water ripple out in Ringletts spanning a greater amount of space then the stone was in size. That’s how I feel about your videos. You’re dropping a small message and it’s rippling out into the world like a concentric wave. Much love from the Great Lakes US 💚🪷

[@privateequityguy]

*12 Life-Tips I wish I Knew In My 20s:* 1. Don't Kiss and Tell 2. Learn to be Brave 3. Learn to Say No 4. Develop a Code and Live By It 5. Be Patient with Yourself 6. Learn to Listen 7. Avoid Debt 8. Seek out a Mentor 9. Develop a Space to Confined In and Ask Questions 10. Be Kind, Be Compassionate 11. World changes constantly, keep an open mind 12. Stop Nail-biting & nail-picking habit and get back your healthy, good looking nails(we got you!) For those who are in the rush of changing their lives :-)

[@BrieyaSilverweb]

Thank you for the list. I'm fortunate my local library has these. I have something to work with thanks to your sharing.

[@katunger2407]

OOh OOH OH KALLE!! Yay! I read Ismael when I was 17 and absolutely LOVED it! And like you said, It's like looking past the matrix....aaaah so nice you mentioned it!! Thank you!!

[@JohannaKlugsberger]

That seem to be interesting books. The last one seems to be important - especially at this time. And it reminded me of my most favourite book that helped me understand a lot about the whole life here. With the words written in it, it paints beautiful pictures and ideas of how we could live WITH the world and WITH each other and explains a lot about almost everything in life. And most important: it is full of positive energy. You can feel how it lifts your heart while reading. It’s called ‘Anastasia’, written by an Russian author ‘Vladimir Megre’ and translated into several different languages. I really love reading it.

[@sorsha_sky]

Hello Kalle, this is the first video of yours that I have watched. I would like to recommend a podcast that is full of great information. It is called the Huberman Lab. Next is a book called “Jaws: The Story of a Hidden Epidemic” it will get into the science of why we should breathe from our nose and not our mouth. Thank you for what you do!

[@10ephoto]

Loved the story about your dad calling his "boss" - funny and powerful statement. Thank you.

[@mathedguy]

My favorite audiobook was A River Sutra by Gita Mehta. I was fortunate to take it from my local library before a cross country drive. I can’t express how much I loved the book. When I approached Audio, the only question I asked was “ Is A River Sutra available ?” ( the copy I had was read in her own voice). It was not available. Years have passed. I wish you well.

[@Mantina86]

It's the first time I step into this channel and I've really appreciated your recommendations. I'll definitely give them a go, thanks. I felt kind of disappointed though when I saw that Amazon is sponsoring this video. It's just that, right after sharing such meaningful words from Ishmael's book (regarding captivity and the disruptive loop we're contributing to), it felt weird to even hear the company's name. Hands down Audible is a great tool I used it for a long time until I decided to slow down on consuming their products for ethical reasons mainly. Please, don't misunderstand my words, I really loved this video and I'll watch many more on this channel. Thanks :)

[@tismonkoh]

I am the same way on braces. I had four teeth pulled and now result in sleep apnea. I'm definitely checking out Breath first. Thank you

[@rachelroot2913]

This video was in my recommendations and it's my first time seeing your channel. I immediately love that you went from the city to a cabin. Then your first book on the list is one on my to buy list. The second I haven't heard of but now I need to look into it. The third is on my shelf and also changed my life. Subscribing for sure.

[@littlethoughtfullife]

I had the same experience with Ishmael and even deeper and more intense with "Story of B". I read all of Daniel Quinn's books when I was a teenager/early 20's so it has been 15+ years. I think it is time I re-read them all again.

[@ericabrahamsson9108]

I’m probably gonna listen to Ishmael first, but I’m also gonna give you a recommendation! “The Promise: Never have another negative thought again” By Graham W Price. Best self-help book I’ve ever read, it’s incredible in so many ways and have helped me learn both to appreciate life more, and deal with hardships in life in a better and more productive way. Wish you all the best, and thank you for being just such an awesome inspiration and a fantastic person!😃

[@MsMerite]

I think the first book on the list is something I would love. I know we live in system and matrix and you should question everything that surrounds you- if its really as it appears

[@mirelgoi7855]

Tack, Kalle, these are great! The change you've gone trough seems huge. The same was for me, when I discovered the Book of inner knowing - Steps to Knowledge, which did change my life like nothing else. It's a daily meditation book with a very practical approach. Waaarm recommendations if you're not yet familiar with it!

[@julieann1975]

Thanks

[@johnchapman5125]

Thank you, Mirel.

[@tleemf6923]

Also recomend "Siddhartha " & "The Four Agreements "

[@educostanzo]

I've never watched a single video of you and when in the beginning you mention a book "hard to put into words and that changed your view of the world" I got goosebumps, because somehow I knew you were talking about Ishmael. It was back in 2009 when I was having a major crisis in my life so I took some days off to a secluded beach in the winter with a few books that were recommended to me, and I think I've read this book in almost one go. I remember vividly crying in front of the ocean because it was like the fitting of a big piece of the puzzle of all the things that make me sad about human culture. Like the missing link that connected all the things I've read and studied until that moment. It was the book that at the same time answered the biggest questions for me and also posed me even bigger and more complex ones. I would recommend this book to ANYONE who feels like that narrator, a sincere desire to save the world.

[@davereckoning9530]

You do not need to save the world, nor could you do so if you tried. You can however save yourself, and that is eminently achievable. Become competent, it will make you free. Let go, become free, it will make you competent.

[@educostanzo]

@@davereckoning9530 To each his own truth my friend. I cannot be free in a world that it's not free. No one can. To become competent in what? A job? A career? That's not what this world is about.

[@davereckoning9530]

@@educostanzo Fair enough, and no problem. In terms of what I meant though, I meant to be personally competent in the basics of life: growing and catching your own food, living in a simple home (or boat) you can fix for yourself etc., only using technology you understand and can make or mend yourself and so on, i.e. to be able to survive, either for yourself or in your group, outside the modern technological world, as far as you are able. And I do hope you find a way to be free my friend, for although you may not yet see a way, my experiences tell me that it is possible to be free in this current world.

[@JaniceCrowell]

That story about your dad is great and shows wisdom.

[@Tyler_WI]

Just a personal opinion, but the Bible is number one on my list. Even if not a practitioner of Judaism or Christianity it is easily one of the most amazing books given it’s longevity. There is much wisdom that society draws from and the basic morals people just take for granted. Many of them start with the Bible

[@aurepavi]

Thank you so much for sharing your recommendations! Ordered all three books.

[@ShikokuFoodForest]

As a former Environmental Engineer who couldn’t support himself financially due to humans not wanting to stop destroying the earth, I can relate to the theme of your 3rd book recommendation. I have learned to love and respect all mammals on this earth except humans. Subscribed today. Thank you.

[@norxgirl1]

❤️

[@colleenkaralee2280]

In 2016 a Nobel Prize was awarded for studies in autophagy. Autophagy is how the body de-tox'es and restores and regenerates. Autophagy is maximally induced by dryfasting. For example, my thyroid was removed in 1971 and after over 8,000 hours of medical dryfasting my body now functions without thyroid replacement or supplement. About breathing, when I was dryfasting my body AUTOMATICALLY began to breathe correctly.

[@AllenPykalo]

I like the sound of the wind in the last few seconds. You rarely see that since drone shots are usually accompanied by audio tracks

[@lacorremarianna6761]

“Breath”is on top of the list of my Christmas break reads. Actually, I’m reading it as we speak…as I cannot put it down. I will receive the two other books on Tuesday. Can’t wait…!!!

[@edmaryhunt5789]

When Ismael was first published, I read it. And yep it was life changing. I’m glad it still is!

[@ksuss5360]

Thanks so much for your list and the video. I loved the story about your dad. That’s a beautiful thing.

[@tamahudson6186]

WOW!!! I can't wait to read these Books!!! Thank you for sharing!! All of your videos are comforting and Amazing!! Keep doing what you are doing!🙏✌🌻

[@KalleFlodin]

I hope you're gonna enjoy them ❤ Aw, thank you!! 🥰

[@91CdX]

Great recommendations! Thanks, Kalle. Greetings from Belgium