30 Life Lessons We Wish We Knew Before 30

[@jeeither]

1. it never hurts to ask 2. to really know yourself 3. don't be afraid to take risks 4. watch out for people in your life who are too agreeable 5. do speak up 6. action speaks louder than words 7. contracts! 8. cherish those around you (quality is more important than quantity) 9. don't waste time 10. think for yourself 11. the best liars are the ones who lie to themselves 12. never sacrifice your health 13. perform as much as you can 14. how to make a good sound (rhythm, intonation, sound) 15. be around people that will life you up 16. writing is really good 17. the world can change quickly 18. routines and habits are really important 19. never stop learning 20. no such thing as a dumb question 21. people aren't always how they appear online 22. you're never going to feel ready 23. keeping your morning free 24. you will change 25. be present 26. learn to savor discomfort 27. think long-term 28. challenging your own assumptions 29. the power of saying noooo 30. learn to appreciate those that are with you (and don't chase those that aren't going to be with you)

[@m1churr0]

thanks bruh

[@paper2222]

for 7, they're talking about looking at contracts carefully, and considering all the scenarios that can happen, even if there's only a 1% chance

[@Gretchaninov]

31. Start sentences with capital letters 32. End sentences with full-stops.

[@paper2222]

@@Gretchaninov 33. no one gives a shit 34. you didn't end the 31st sentence with a full stop

[@Gretchaninov]

@@paper2222 That was deliberate, stupid. The rule hadn't been introduced yet.

[@mehreenn]

In their 30s but don't look a day over 18 thats crazyyyy 😭😭

[@wellthisisinteresting4912]

Asian genes babyyyy

[@shoppingreviews7755]

Just typical Asians then😂

[@mehreenn]

@shoppingreviews7755 tell me why my asian genes are not asianing 😭🙏🏻

[@Jadeddoxy]

​@@mehreenn same 😭

[@elizabethmitchell346]

Bro so true

[@katam6471]

Good advises. But as a 60 yo I want to add: have something in your life that you do just for fun, something you just play around with, something you _don't_ strive to be good at but do just for the joy of it. And if one day you don't enjoy it anymore, leave it behind without regret, be happy for the things you learned, and find something new to be your "play ground".

[@khanhhabui2522]

Thank you I love this!

[@GNKPLHM]

Yes! This is a good one. There are people who will push you to get a job doing something as soon as you're halfway decent at it. My sister tried to push me to do art as a job, and my mom pushed me to do music for a job. The problem, I told them, is that I love doing those things, and being forced to do it for 8-10 hours a day will completely suck the joy out of the only things that bring me any joy. Not everything good in life has to be for profit

[@heymambo]

Good one! Agree 100%

[@staticcat1973]

Yes, I agree! I started learning flute a few years ago because I missed playing music in my high school and university days (I'm 33). I never play for anyone else, I just go to my weekly lesson and honestly don't practice that much, but I really enjoy my lessons and I don't have any goal to perform with anyone, I just enjoy going as a hobby and I don't see anything wrong with that! I'm not striving to master the skill or anything, it's just for fun and I like it that way!

[@antine1279]

Agreed - I paint. I paint worse than a 5 year old but it's so much fun! And as long as I love it, I'll keep doing it, regardless of how bad it looks xD (I'm smart enough not to make a career out of it though - not that I'd want that anyway). I'm happy to have it just for me.

[@FalafelLogan]

BLURRY CAMERA IS BACK!!!

[@MissTwoSetEncyclopedia]

This should be point No. 31 on the list : "Learn how focus works on a camera" 😅

[@elissahunt]

@@MissTwoSetEncyclopediaBut they haven't yet learned that lesson. Maybe next year.

[@FalafelLogan]

@@MissTwoSetEncyclopedia it’s a part of the channel at this point

[@wakingtheworld]

Aye, in and out of focus. Wouldn't be a TwoSet vid otherwise, eh!

[@QiKree]

​@@elissahuntIt's gonna be on the 40 lessons before turning 40 video I'm afraid...

[@quaver1239]

I am 81, so am allowed to say this: You are two great kids and very fine musicians, and I think you're remarkable, wise and wonderful. 💕💕

[@franklinbaron396]

Biggest lesson: you can practice 40 hours a day but there will always be a 4 year old Asian kid who’s better than you…

[@kitt3nlover]

real

[@watermelonandcactus3589]

I am an Asian kid

[@juliebennett8]

i read it @DontReadMyProfilePicture.283

[@watermelonandcactus3589]

@DontReadMyProfilePicture.283 ?🫤

[@mohjbg12]

@DontReadMyProfilePicture.283 I will not click on your video 🫣😂

[@dianajones990]

Wise old men for young guys in their 30"s! I'm 68 and these are helpful reminders even at my age.

[@redmom666]

I'm a 71 yo fan. Can confirm these are great life lessons. Makes me think of those times I wasted on unimportant things and not doing what was necessary to create the good. We live and learn. And you guys are so damn funny. You have not squandered your talent. 😊 wishing you many good years ahead.

[@MissTwoSetEncyclopedia]

Great to have the stamp of approval from someone with more than double their experience. We all make mistakes but as you say, as long as we learn from them it's all good. Best wishes to you 😊

[@redmom666]

@@MissTwoSetEncyclopedia Nice of you. Same to you. 🙂

[@IcySun-j2o]

Yes these are great tips!

[@springwhisperer]

curious to know, what is the most valued life lesson you learned in life so far?

[@redmom666]

@@springwhisperer For me, it's know yourself. Trust when something doesn't feel right and speak up. At this point , I choose what I want in my life and it's what makes me happy. Getting rid of toxicity, wherever it comes from, helps. Of course, following TS should be tip #1😀

[@katkalila3339]

I am sprinting tovards 30 so I added my "I Wish I Knew Before 30" 1. Do not gossip. Tell good or neutral things about person or, if there is a problem, talk with that person. 2. Do not think "What others think of me" especially those who are not the closest to you. Usually "others" don't think about you at all. So, be proud at skills which you have, do stuff and hobbies which you like, wear clothes which are comfoetable for you and don't be apologetic about that.

[@eiralinnea]

So very! Both of these. Gossip gets to to ears of the one who is being gossiped about, good to keep in mind. And yes, life is too short to always do what others think is good, just do your thing - related to "just do it"- and you'll be ok.

[@nacmegfeegle2310]

Excellent additions!

[@cosygracegames]

That’s so true!! I often think that, like do what makes you confident and happy :)

[@E_FoxSnowspirit]

Love these!!!!

[@eoarwyn]

As a 31-year-old, I wholeheartedly agree.

[@neilfromclearwaterfl81]

My Father at 90 would tell us you'll live longer if you learn something new every day. One of those new things was when he was 96, we both built a Bowed Zither together which neither of us had ever done before. He died on his feet laughing and joking with family when he was almost 100 years old after enjoying a full day tending his garden and fruit trees. If you don't change then you stop improving. Best!

[@panduh0]

Eddy and Brett= relationship experts

[@MissTwoSetEncyclopedia]

If I meet a 30+ year old guy who is still the best friend of someone he met when he was 13, I'll make sure to listen everything he has to tell about friendship and relationships in general.

[@GamerVinsmoke]

@@MissTwoSetEncyclopediafr:)

[@erwandiping6167]

But they do not have girl friends

[@MissTwoSetEncyclopedia]

@@erwandiping6167 You don't know that. Them not talking about their private lives doesn't mean they don't have one.

[@wumamawu9727]

this is why so many people stick with you, you dont just want to become better musicians you also working on becoming better humans... and we here to learn.

[@dheu]

Me in my 40s, still here for the good advice lol

[@anettemarieholmen-tftum7676]

Yeah, me too, 43 now, still struggling with or still unaware of most of these. 🤪

[@JaneG58]

Me too and I’m 65!!

[@deschua]

Same!

[@anathardayaldar]

Then you are following rule 19. never stop learning

[@tweepy123]

Yeah, learning is forever, like it was said 👍

[@ablebacon]

Guys, yr early thirties can be the best time of your life. Yr smarter and more seasoned than your twenties, but you still have your whole life ahead of you. Take it from me. It can be worth cherishing.

[@lazychickenugget]

As a 13 year old, this advice is super helpful❤ twoset are like my internet big brothers

[@quadbox]

Yep. Hit 30 and totally agree with all of these. Grat advice.

[@podoke]

god i'm so weak to these kinds of supportive, reassuring, loving and wholesome vibe videos like why am i getting emotional yall are too sweet

[@SkippyCantDraw]

brett is just eddy's older brother you cant convince me otherwise

[@paunitka7]

They don't look alike at all. 🤔

[@RebecaGuzman-sp5km]

Honestly when I first started watching their videos I legit thought they were brothers 😅

[@SkippyCantDraw]

i mean energy wise @@paunitka7 😭

[@wenty4975]

In my head Eddie is older than Brett.

[@GamerVinsmoke]

@DontReadMyProfilePicture.283:0

[@Shahad-ph3sd]

Rewatching for the 4th time ❤️ Thank you for bringing back the videos

[@futoore]

As someone who has a performance in two days, #26 really changes my perspective and makes me more optimistic

[@BarristerCat]

30 lessons: 0:52 #1 It never hurts to ask 2:10 #2 To really know yourself 2:51 #3 Don’t be afraid to take risks 3:32 #4 Watch out for people in your life that’s too agreeable 4:46 #5 Do speak up 5:49 #6 Actions speak louder than words 6:37 #7 Contracts 7:37 #8 Cherish those around you 8:36 #9 Don’t waste time 9:24 #10 Think for yourself 10:07 #11 The best liars are the ones that lie to themselves 10:43 #12 Never sacrifice your health 11:27 #13 Perform as much as you can 12:09 #14 How to make a good sound 12:47 #15 Be around people who will lift you up 13:31 #16 Writing is really good 13:44 #17 the World can change quickly 14:05 #18 Routines and habits are really important 14:22 #19 Never stop learning 14:40 #20 No such thing as a dumb question 15:02 #21 People aren’t always how they appear online 15:32 #22 You will never feel ready just go through it 15:52 #23 Morning routine 16:15 #24 You will change 16:37 #25 Be present 17:00 #26 Learn to savour discomfort 17:38 #27 Think long term 18:04 #28 Challenge your assumptions 18:57 #29 the Power to say No 19:38 #30 Learn to cherish those who are with you and chase those who are not with you

[@BarristerCat]

As a litigation lawyer with +10 years experience, #7 of course but #4 is surprisingly true. As are #6 and #11. All v good advice.

[@EagleZhen]

❤ Thanks for your summary

[@glkification]

Thanks!

[@Mmee298]

I turn 73 this spring… you are wise young men. Bravo!

[@mjuklo5]

I’m slightly over 30 too and have same thoughts as you guys, I think it’s really beautiful how time changes us and makes us wiser and more accepting of ourselves. It’s so nice to see sincere KZbinrs, I feel like it’s a rare thing in social media today 🙏

[@gmaivia136]

HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY🎉

[@GhostieClarinet]

Happy birthday

[@2LUV3VIOLin28]

@DontReadMyProfilePicture.283Ok I won't:)

[@apollokid_13]

Happy Birthday y'all!! (Also I made the likes 40 😯)

[@demigardess6745]

This video got me to finally send a scary email that I'd been deliberately ignoring for a week lmao

[@sabrinai]

"Do speak up!" is soooo important for any relationship! Like, one hears communication is one of the most important things in any relationship and it sounds tacky, but it's just so true! Bottling things up is like making a time bomb which gets bigger and more powerful over time until it explodes into your relationship's face.

[@Inquisitive0]

When I first began watching you(a year ago) I actually thought Eddy was like 20 and Brett like 22.Its crazy how both of you look so young.BTW love from Croatia and I hope you someday come to perform here!

[@Настя-ъ8ф5с]

Same. All this time I thought they were in their twenties, and then this video pops out and I sit here like 🤨

[@secondbreakfast9]

I turned 20 this year. I have been watching you for four or five years now and I look up to you in many ways so I really appreciate these life lessons. Thank you so much!

[@emiliana7594]

These kind of videos are why I love TwoSet violin sooo much. Not only are they funny, not only are they excellent violinists but they're also serious, educational and down to earth. They are so honest and they really do say things as they are. I just feel like they are so real when they turn the camera on. While watching this video I really felt as if I was being teached personally. This is literally a conversation I'd have with my parents. They really seem to care about their viewers. This is the great use of the internet for me, such good quality content. They are truly inspirational, not only as artists, but also as people. That's just amazing in today's society.

[@apollokid_13]

The first story they told is so funny, cuz I did the same thing when twoset came to Boston for the gong cha promo 😆 I had my bubble tea, then I saw twoset walk by, and I was like, "oh my gosh, that's Brett and Eddy, right there, two feet from me" so I just stopped everything and booked it down the hallway to see them and ask for a picture 😆 I'm so glad I did because Brett was sooo nice! 😭 I love u guys, thanks for all that u do!

[@annaandhertypewriter4395]

What about Eddy? If he was quiet, could that be shyness? I'm just curious!😌

[@apollokid_13]

When I got there, only Brett was at the end of the hallway. I think Eddy had gone into one of the staff rooms or out the back door already, I did tell Brett to say hi to him for me though 😁

[@annaandhertypewriter4395]

@@apollokid_13 Ah, i see! Anyway, you're very lucky😌

[@g.970]

It took me 40 years to realize a certain person was a bad friend and to finally break free of her. She lied to me for years but when she stabbed me in the back, in public, I reached my breaking point. That was 13 years ago and I’ve not spoken to her since. She never apologized. I haven’t missed her for one second. Surround yourself with true friends.

[@ducks5377]

Grandpas sharing their wisdom 😔 also Happy birthday to both of you!

[@christian5040]

Hello 2 set I am a 13 year old double bass player and I just got asked for a second audition for Juilliard pre-college hopping to get it and thank you for always making videos your so funny and you have given me so much inspiration

[@sparkydogsparky2992]

Thank you for taking the time to make this video. Wish I'd seen it when I was your ages... 40 years ago!

[@ZiaElohka]

Good advice! Between the lines it is clear that you have had to deal with quite a few unpleasant experiences. Every coin has two sides. Everyone who is successful has to deal with the less beautiful side of humanity. Unfortunately, that's part of it. Watch this video again every now and then, Eddy and Brett. I am 63 and I can tell you from experience that you will forget some lessons and the Universe will present it to you again.

[@aashikavikasvaishclassiv8099]

I could listen to them talk for hours and not get bored of it !

[@yurineivilleromartinez1311]

I want them to have time to upload their podcast 😭

[@aashikavikasvaishclassiv8099]

@@yurineivilleromartinez1311yesss! It’s been a while since they’ve uploaded on their podcast :(

[@barnarabai1777]

Contracting is SO important!! Look at it as mutual respect. Both of you tell the other what you want to do for them, and you together figure out who takes responsibility for fringe cases. Most people who do not want to contract with you will expect more. Even in an employment contract setting, if your employer comes to you with a "formal update" understand what changes! All these are so important. I worked for a big corp where we had an updated policy on company assets, and the update was that they formalized reckless damages in contract. We had to go "ok what is reckless, and what is not reckless", legal was just going "you know reckless", we started giving examples and basically if its not a meteor strike YOU are reckless. So obviously that "formalization" needed toning down.

[@paunitka7]

As a teenager, I didn't even know that back not-hurting is a thing. I saw back pain as a natural state of things. So... Health is the most important!

[@WoodandSteel]

My birthday is today, and I'm turning 70. I'll second what the guys said even after 30, there are still lessons to learn.

[@ana.sm94]

Happy birthday! 🎉

[@susanbryant6516]

Happy Birthday!

[@glasscloset099]

Really really missed these sitting-down-and-chatting-away type of long videos🤧 thank you brett and eddy for everything honestly, I'm preparing to try and get into medschool and you guys are practically keeping me afloat since the beginning of my preparation 😂 these are such valuable, practical pieces of advice too

[@anestablished]

How time flies! You guys turned into 30s already! When I first know you, you were both 20s and young and brave. I always remembered you guys live at Colburn School. I liked your accompanist too. You greeted the audience, as if you knew everyone. It was lovely memories and I’ll always treasure them in my heart.

[@rin34567]

I love how my eyes only focused on the background. Oopsie, that's the camera-san thing 😆😆

[@2LUV3VIOLin28]

I love twosets new background but the camera loves it more.

[@GNKPLHM]

I'm 27 so I'm gonna add the most important two lessons I've learnt in my whole life so far. 1: Be yourself even if it makes you different. Due to the area I grew up in, how I look, and my family background I had a weird triple-identity where I was local to the area but my family was from the other side of the planet and even in our native area I didn't look like everyone else. So I had three groups that I was a part of, but I never fit in perfectly with any of them. Naturally, I tried to play into each of the groups to fit in more, but I think people could always see that it was a character to some extent. It was only after I got sick of it and just decided to be only who I am that I started to find people who liked me for who I am, and most importantly I stopped feeling like an imposter. I fit in only when I accept that I am different from everyone else. People respect the authenticity of it. 2: Know your own intentions and motivations. When you feel a certain way or you want to make a decision, think about exactly why that is. I can say with 100% confidence that every regret I have is because I didn't challenge myself before doing or saying something. Maybe it was something I said when I was angry. Maybe it was something I did when I wasn't thinking clearly. My biggest regret is actually because I did and said things that I THOUGHT were the normal, socially acceptable things to do in the situation. That leads back into the "be yourself, don't act a character because you don't even know the script" thing. Also a bonus one! If you're anywhere younger than 22 (maybe younger, maybe older), realize that your decisions are more likely than not flawed beyond what you can imagine. There's experiences that you're going to go through that will feel completely devastating and extremely unfair. You will get through them, and you will have a better understanding of the world afterwards. If someone who you trust and respect (maybe parents, teachers, or whoever else) tells you something that you don't like or seems mean, ask them to explain why they think that. They might have gone through the exact same thing and are trying to guide you through the minefield in the least painful way. Some people are actually just dicks, but consider it, at least. You can be wrong, and sometimes someone shifting your perspective just one inch can make you see the massive hole you were about to walk into.

[@mackenzierobinson4702]

Thank you for those eye-openers! Your first point and bonus are things that I’ve been learning the hard way myself. Like you, but for different reasons, I’ve also spent my life feeling ostracized and different from the people I was surrounded by. And learning to stop feeling bad about my own differences was one of the hardest things I’d ever done and it took me through some major shifts in my mental health. But I’ve never felt more at peace with myself than I feel now. And even though I still revert sometimes, I really love who I’ve become. And that bonus is definitely something that I’m coming to realize currently. I’m still in college and only 21, I’ll be 22 in a few days, but I feel like most of the decisions I’ve been making are going to put me through hell when I’m older. I don’t know what the future holds but all I can do is hope that I’m doing the right things and keep moving forward

[@ViolinWithKids]

I may never have known him but as a parent I truly feel your dad continues to be incredibly proud of you Eddy. Happy birthday mate!

[@fridahandayanihasibuan1256]

Several Brett staring at Eddy moments in this video. What these 2 people havebetween them is so beautiful...hope they cherish it forever

[@wanlai2001]

Dear Twoset, I really enjoy this episode. I always enjoy this type of content, and will treat this like the second episode of Twoset Talks 😂. I am 15 years older than you but thank you for always teaching me things and inspiring me. I do agree with these life lessons which I have learned in my life as well. Two things stood out for me : 1) Speak up & 2) Pursue your dreams. I am actively doing these two and am reaping so much meanings and benefits in my life. My late husband died suddenly two years ago at 57 and yes, I do very much realised that we may not have much life to waste.

[@concuoreauftrittstraining43]

Great video, thank you! I agree with everything but 22. I'd rather say "Do what you need to do to feel ready". And by "ready" I don't mean perfect, but well prepared, confident, realistic, doing your best an be okay with it :)

[@GNKPLHM]

I agree with it in the sense of "If you've done all that you could to prepare, accept the results". For example, I never feel ready, because you could always do better. But if I've done everything to practice and prepare, the result will be whatever the result is. Feel bad for not preparing, feel bad about the parts you ignored, not the mistake you tried so hard to avoid.

[@enya4742]

super inspiring! the shelf at the back is absolutely fascinating, thank you camera for focusing on that!! (ok but legit this video is so important)

[@itsnlee]

Surrounding yourself with people who uplift you and not wasting time is a massive hit in the heart. I don't even know why I allowed myself to be around people who I'd considered friends, when 80% of the things they say is literally either gossiping or complaining. It makes me feel the need to do the same, to stoop at that level but in reality I have nothing to complain about, or the desire to. I ended up just slowly removing them out of my life. Appreciate the list, I will return to it regularly.

[@annav2722]

Biggest Lesson: L I N G L I N G

[@annav2722]

@twosetviolin am I right???

[@yurineivilleromartinez1311]

LONG VIDEO?! LET ME ENJOY THIS MOMENT

[@lozzawazhere]

Taking this is TwoSet Talks episode #2 😂 Seriously though, as a person closer to 40 than 30, all of these ring true. Thanks for speaking honestly about things ☺️

[@yush4673]

I like the more mature content. It reflects well on your audience because I've literally grown from being a child to an adult watching you two.

[@tavapaschos3136]

You are both very wise for your age (signed Gen Xer who thinks 32 is very very young)

[@gentlespirit4]

You're not wrong. Hehe 🤭 - sincerely, another Gen Xer 😊

[@NelielSugiura]

Along the lines of #5, if you do not complain, nothing will ever improve or change. So stop thinking complaining is wrong, distasteful, or bad. If you are miserable, or see something making people miserable, point it out to people that can fix it (or do it yourself if you can). I spent too much of my life not doing so... now people thank me for it because things improve for everyone.

[@sabrinai]

Perform as much as you can. I immediately heard Ray in my head go: That's why you should practice with tonic, where you play for people in your practice room. ❤

[@nacmegfeegle2310]

Guys, Thanks for this. I have 4 adult kids and I'm sending this to all of them (even though they are not musicians, it applies to everything). I appreciate your spirit, humor, humanity, and even though I'm a lot older (70!) I will be applying these to my life

[@avbdkfksncncbj]

Usually I don’t comment much, but talking about moment 08:50, as a girl who lost her father at very young age, I feel you Eddy, and I feel sorry for you. And you are absolutely right. And Brett’s reaction to this is so obvious, for me it all says I’m sorry bro, I know it hurts. Because I saw so many times such reactions from people around me when I told that I lost my father as a kid. Anyway thank you for opening up a little bit and telling such deeply private things about yourself. You need some courage to be able to talk about such things and look a bit vulnerable. And thanks for such warm video ❤ love what you’re doing and you guys genuinely look like really good friends, this is such a bless ✨

[@emiliana7594]

I'm sorry for your loss. May your lovely father rest in peace, you're very strong, sweetheart. Stay safe ❤

[@Casutama]

This might be my new favourite video. Thanks for everything, guys!

[@josephineraeburn5809]

Thank you Twoset Dads for 30 precious gems. I have been coming here whenever i am feeling down, looking for inspiration or encouragement for myself and when I am looking for advise and motivation for my students.

[@serena_davis]

It ain't a Twoset video if they aren't out of focus. 😅😂❤

[@wojciechpanow9723]

One of the best episodes of TwoSetViolin

[@pkmnjss]

So glad they satisfied my curiosity about what figures and books they have on their shelves! 😂 But seriously, thank you for those stories, because they really help bring meaning to the life lessons. Great tips for everyone, even if you're much older than 30. Happy Birthday month to both of you!

[@tanningturtle]

I might just watch this everyday because I'm sort of struggling in my 20s and your tips are actually very helpful

[@itsnlee]

Wait, I thought both of you guys were 22-25. That's madness. Appreciate the life advice.

[@toramenor]

Great advice + cute headband = perfect combination 😂

[@readingroomcafeproject]

The one about friends I like. As the American comedian Rich Hall said "A good friend will help you move house, a great friend will help you move a body. I have 3 great friends."

[@Satopi3104]

As someone turning 40 this year, agree with all of this and will also add: listen to your gut. You don’t have to blindly follow it if it’s not a split second decision you have to make, but generally, you won’t go wrong listening to your gut if it sends you a warning because that is your brain’s way of telling you that something about the situation reminds it of a bad situation you were in before. The good sort of feeling is less reliable because our brains are better attuned to avoiding risk than predicting an outcome (naturally).😊

[@r5toijr913]

"There's nothing that quite reminds you of your limited time than your parent passing away". My parents are still healthy and alive but I also remember feeling this sense of urgency when I realized how old they were becoming. Both of them had me later in there lives so it gets me quite anxious. Thanks for sharing your story with us.

[@trombonetimo]

HBD TwoSet!! Been watching you guys since 80k subs and have since followed in your footsteps. Cheers to us both bridging the gap between classical music and mainstream media!!!

[@Thinxie]

Thank you so much for the lovely advice / conversation. I don't play a musical instrument often so I spun a bit of the advice into my own terms, for example the #14, how to make a good sound, for me meant how to translate my thoughts clearly & positively to my loved ones. Also, here's a numbered list of the advice headlines: 1. It never hurts to ask 2. Know yourself 3. Don't be afraid to take [smart] risks 4. Watch out for people who are too agreeable 5. Do speak up (helps your relationships) 6. Actions speak louder than words 7. Contracts! (make them, keep them, read them, etc. ) 8. Cherish those around you 9. Don't waste time (very sorry to hear about your loss, really accurate nothing wakens you up like losing a parent) 10. Think for yourself 11. The best liars are ones that lie to themselves 12. Never sacrifice your health 13. Perform as much as you can 14. How to make a good sound 15. Be around people who lift you up 16. Writing is really good 17. The world can change quickly 18. Routines and habits are really important 19. Never stop learning 20. No such thing as a dumb question 21. People aren't always how they appear online 22. You're never going to feel ready 23. Keep your morning free 24. You will change 25. Be present 26. Learn to savor discomfort 27. Think long term 28. Challenging your own assumptions 29. The power of saying NooOooOoo (golden nugget: don't let people steal your time) 30. Learn to appreciate those that are with you and don't chase those that aren't gonna be with you (+ don't focus on the one negative thing out of many positive things)

[@misheru95]

i'm only a couple years younger than brett and eddy, and a lot of these lessons are either ones that i've also arrived at the hard way, or ones that i'm on the journey to accomplishing. as someone who's watched twoset since their facebook days, and seeing brett and eddy grow over the years while i was also growing as a person myself, watching this one video almost feels like they are internet-big-brother-friends reassuring us that we're doing alright in life. super proud of how far they've come!

[@marjamerryflower]

Brett and Eddy and Sophie, your performance in Amsterdam was GREAT. When i saw the concert hall, i thought...this is the music family you yourself have created. I was so, so happy. And this was only in Amsterdam! Thanks for speaking up about the things you have learned. You are friends as well as teachers. And performers. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@raylightbown4968]

Love, trust and respect yourself. When you do that then you will quickly learn who to love, trust and respect. I love these guys.

[@barbararode-in9wz]

Super nice, intelligent and entertaining guys. Thank you for sharing your skill, knowledge and good humour.

[@krispyier]

Dead serious advice with very silly headbands. Very on brand and super cute.

[@tweepy123]

You guys always have good life advice! (I want more lol) Hearing it from you, someone that people look up to, makes it even more effective in driving it home, so thank you for sharing it so generously! And it shows that you're not just creative entertainers, but wise teachers as well. Such well-rounded people! Also, 0:06 😆😭

[@Bratsbergbanen1]

Happy birthday to both of you! Take it from an old guy: 30 is nothing! At your age, you can still climb Mount Everest if you want to! Anyway, thanks for years and years of wonderful videos and for being so real, enthusiastic, funny and educational at the same time!

[@chanyixuen9132]

How much this video helps me rn is undescribable.....omg

[@laurawillits176]

So young and so wise!

[@kj62431]

Good lessons here, guys! I'm glad you learned these things by 30 and not by 60. Life is good!

[@karlaasencios9744]

Here it's still March 22 but anyway HAPPY BRITHDAY EDDYYYYY🎉🎉🎉

[@axelord5410]

The comment about tone and sound is right on, but there’s also something to be said for life experience. Your tone/sound just gets richer over time, and thats something that you learn as you get older, too.

[@huawang5472]

Very thought provoking and sincere, thanks for sharing!

[@stellakei1640]

I’m 18 and watching this at midnight lol .. really enjoy watching this video , although some I don’t understand haha but yeah I guess will be really useful :) I have been watching since like 12/13 and thx for growing with me !!! Will Rmb these advice and keep practisinggggggg

[@anass3163]

TwoSet. Happy Birthday

[@Julie-xg5iu]

Loved this!

[@potatohead7808]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY EDDYY!!! 🎉🎉

[@aredesuyo]

The power of saying nooo, or if you're in Australia, the power of saying naaoeu.

[@WeilunP]

I love this video so much! I have tears in my eyes while watching it, as I think about all the pains that you must have been through so that you can learn all these things, and you are smiling while telling the stories... Bro all the things you guys've mentioned in your video, I just, ahhhhh, I hope it's can be a conversation between you and me, so that you can see me nodding and agreeing and telling you guys I understand or I've been there or this is useful, and most importantly, you guys are doing great😭😭😭 Eddy, you make magnificent sound on your violin! I've been to both of your concerts in Singapore, seating at different locations of the concert hall, and your violin sings beautifully all the time (not saying that Brett's not, but just i feel like i have to say this to Eddy, if he ever read this). You guys are only turning 30 yet you've already gone through so many things, learned so many lessons, and reached so many milestones. Yet there are times when I still peak a bit of you guys in your early twenty😢 I really want to tell you guys in person that you are doing great, both in making music and in promoting classical music. I'm so glad to see that you guys are in a very healthy mindset! I learned so much from you guys, ever since I started watching you a long time ago. I love you guys dearly, I sincerely hope that I can still leave comments under your videos ten years later. Love you!!!

[@sabrinai]

When you're a fish and have to climb, of course it's gonna terrible! Sensei Yang's wisdom always surprises me! For real, whenever he talks about more serious things, the both of them, I'm amazed about the amount of experience they already have in life in gerneral although being very young! And yes, you guys are still young considering what you've achieved, how many (young) people have started to love classical music because of you unlocking a whole new world for us! You guys rock!!!

[@lorenam.2410]

Guys, I loved this video! I've been following you since the very beginning. We've all come so far, not only as musicians but also as human beings. Thank you for always giving us great content!

[@souplikesramen3216]

i haven't watched two set or been a fan for over a year and it makes me really happy to see how much they've grown. i'm glad that they're not only improving as musicians but also as people.

[@CarolynOsborne]

Thanks for teaching a 60+ year old a few things!

[@amandastothers5138]

Me too!

[@nakeena2404]

I know everything is like humurous here, and I've been here for a while, but you guys don't know how much this video means to me. I already look up to you guys and then this video comes out, especially when I'm having a tough time mentally. It's so reassuring and I thank you Eddy and Brett.

[@SCP049-qq8yn]

how is eddy always so handsomeeeee 🥺😻 i can’t 😭

[@shysky5561]

This is such a wholesome video! It's nice to sit down and just listen tbh

[@user-Lauriionss]

This video dropped right when Im in difficult situation and trying to make important decisions. these tips really made sense, and some of them really hit home in terms of the mistakes I made. This video actually sorta validated all these mistakes, like "it's ok to make mistakes" and it really makes me feel better to know that everyone out there has these problems as well, and that I'm not alone. On a side note, those headbands are adorable 💗💗 Oh, and happy birthday Eddy!!!

[@BONGIOCJ]

Thanks for filming enough videos before heading to Europe! ❤ We have no excuse not to watch them!😅