How To Build A Life You Love

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How do we build a life that we love? In this video which I recorded during a live stream, we're going to look into the principles, strategies and tools that we can use to genuinely build a life that we love. Enjoy x
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⏱ Timestamps
00:00 Intro
00:28 Step 1 - Identify
03:27 The Fast-Forward Test
05:49 The Odyssey Plan
09:55 Step 2 - Experiment
13:15 Step 3 - Iterate
17:42 Tips
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[@rehan2118]

Why do you fly your hands all over the place so much?

[@drElsaWQ]

Thank you for your amazing brilliant videos. On the Alarm thing, there is nothing cringe about that at all. What an amazing idea, and your Alarming identities are perfect. I am learning so much from you. Thank you for sharing your gifts with all of us!

[@chimichurri2612]

buuuuu 😮😮😂😂

[@lauramiriamk]

“It’s not okay to analyze if you’re not taking action” ✨❤ Thank you, Ali! ☺️

[@BravoNineThreeTwo]

Terrible advice. Not only is it the default human condition, but our capacity to think, reflect and ponder is how we are able to know and ultimately accept ourselves and our inevitably mediocre lives. In the words of Blaise Pascal: 'All men's miseries derive from not being able to sit in a quiet room alone'.

[@hajimen7559]

The pen flips are hilarious😂. Thanks for the Advice!

[@ThreeTwentyTech]

Ali's one true love is *productivity*

[@soulitude814]

Ah, it should have been me :)

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[@khalilahd.]

I honestly love your commitment to helping us optimize our lives. This series has been so helpful. Taking notes! ❤

[@kasinathrajagopal9839]

you are really helping people in changing their lives Ali!

[@khalilahd.]

He truly is. I’m so grateful for his videos ❤

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Me for one. ❤

[@nicolegibson6178]

100 % agree with you. It took me nearly 40 years to work out life was just one big experiment. Journalling daily was the key that unlocked this revelation for me.

[@chimichurri2612]

it just took me 15 years to me 😮😮

[@voltztan4003]

5 years from now I want to be able to flip sharpies like Ali

[@hotazchilli]

5 minutes in and I already feel so much more hopeful and motivated to improve my life.. thanks Ali 💛

[@amitangshughosh6705]

Ali always adds value in our lives through his videos... Very inspiring...

[@SaraMakesArt]

"Analyze if you're taking action, but don't analyze if you're not taking action." Ali Abdaal

[@bendsmore]

Thank you for your authentic expression of self. You said that your alarms are cringey but I didn't cringe at all when you said them. Thank you for the inspiration and keep up the good work!

[@amahlendlovu9992]

It’s my first time on your channel and I immediately love you and your content. You’re so authentic and wholesome. Thank you for helping me improve my life ❤️

[@ryden6061]

I love the links to product design, design & creation is the one passion I've consistently had for my whole life and it's great to actually hear about it other than studying it.

[@itrama]

I have been watching Ali's videos for more than 4 years, and I will never stop haha So much value in every video, thank you! 😘😘🥰🥰

[@swezenkizito]

"What is the smallest step that I can take can take to experiment and see if I actually enjoy the idea"? 🙂🙏 Thank you, Ali!!

[@crystaltharrell]

Never heard of the Fast Foward Test before! Thanks so much for that, Ali! I have been applying it to almost every area of my life now 😄

[@xu_el8isa]

Aliiiii and your Team, ya'll are doing great. Thank you for this! "Taking action" is my key take away~

[@lettienugent]

Not cringey. I appreciate you being so open about those personal things. It shows that you too are human & vulnerable. Great video. Thanks!

[@meganwilson1945]

Thanks so much!! I always learn something when I watch your stuff! Trying the 3 alarms starting tomorrow.

[@Abdush_]

Feel like this vid is going to change my life. Noted all the points. Gonna implement from today. Respect for you Sir 🙌.

[@themelissalaurie]

Thanks for this video! I love your passion for helping people 🌸

[@Aisha-yx1rp]

Love that you use your KZbin journey as an explanation because this is an inspiration for me. ❤️

[@jenniferjones9202]

Great video Ali! Your content is always so eye opening! Thank you! Keep up the great work as always. ❤😊

[@Arrow_Yogesh24]

I loved the way you categorized the video in three steps!! Learned something new today!!

[@malikag6332]

Ali you were born to lead ! Amazing content that reaaaally resonates with me .THANK YOU ❤

[@user-xg6vx1xq8e]

I reeealy enjoyed this video!!! Feeling inspired! Gonna make myself coffee and do some writing reflecting on things u just said🙌🏻❤️

[@DelarosaAbigail]

Me encanta tu contenido ❤ gracias por tu tiempo, valió la pena la valiente decisión que tomaste hace años de dejar el "deber ser" y escuchar lo que tú amas. Saludos desde México 😊

[@sakuraa4216]

Hi Ali! Loved the 3 alarm system, hope you make these insightful videos more! ❤️

[@mayharmon6948]

Love that fast-forward test. That's a spectacular insight!! Thanks so much. 🌹🌹

[@rebin_fuad]

I loved this video so much because you talked more honestly and way more slowly Thanks for videos 💜

[@MenadeGadgets]

This is the video I needed to see today. Sometimes we all feel depressed and can't identify the real reason. Thank you for this sharing. ❤

[@Lucalito]

Thank you for all that you do in encouraging creative paths!

[@trevorreads]

Thanks for making content to benefit others! You’re the man.

[@howdiddlydo4136]

needed to hear this, thank you! i've been all analysis and little action... it's time to jump into my ideas

[@hasveta]

Ali, I think this one is my favorite video of yours! 🤩 You are amazing :)

[@Redefinecraft06]

I was just thinking how can I change my life and your video appeared. Definitely motivated. Thankyou Ali

[@TafadzwaMapfumo]

So much Value in this video. Thanks man!

[@doramiheler]

Ali's random vlogs are motivating me better than the pre-packeted videos. Hope we can watch more of them.

[@ahanaelsamary]

Your videos are so aesthetic and calming to watch/hear 🤌✨

[@mariebunny]

I don't think "humble & inspiring teacher" is cringe at all, and if anything, mission accomplished :) Thanks for another great video!

[@zeinaabotteen390]

Lots of value here!! I enjoyed your thoughts… spot on.. Thanks Ali

[@juliecaron7569]

Fantastic video, very inspiring and pushing us into action, love it!

[@Berleen]

I love the 3 alarms method, so inspiring! Thank you for this video. :)

[@Ukeloverdarsh]

I cannot help but appreciate how much this man has been helping me. I got introduced to notion because of him and it has made my life easier ❤

[@Randmedic]

Actually you inspired me to create my own KZbin channel and yeah I have now 116 subscribers and with every new subscriber I say yay I'm gonna be like Ali ...Good luck our lovely doctor 💙💙

[@barbow]

Love your videos, and this one is particularly helpful. Great content!

[@jstew7777777]

I don’t think that being an humble and inspiring teacher is cringe at all!, I think it is an awesome identity, and I think you are crushing it!

[@Everything__AI]

Self acceptance is required for self love. ❤

[@JakeLYT]

@Suleiman why?

[@heremeout9970]

@Suleiman same. I can’t recognise myself anymore

[@jamiereife5581]

I really think it is forgiveness that is required for self-love. You have to forgive others and forgive yourself.

[@aleksandrawitkowska299]

The identity part and 3 alarms method is my favourite insight that I am taking away from this video. 😊

[@mscarmenw]

You give the best advice! Huge fan :) Thank you for your videos!

[@CallMeSpace]

Let's appreciate the marker flip at 2:54 Just realized he did it all throughout the video. Still took me by surprise though

[@MarcoBattocchia]

The 3 alarms idea is just fantastic! I need to start using it.

[@MrARYTV]

I really love Ali's Simplicity... Just a 3 step framework !!

[@michaelkopacz]

Hi Ali! I love your videos. Thank you for motivating me to start my own KZbin account.

[@MariJadeWrites]

Thank you for this useful video! :) I am taking notes!

[@itorisan278]

Watching Ali is always so inspiring ! 👍🏾

[@lamphan1991]

Wow this is really helpful, I will apply all of these ideas. You are brilliant!

[@TheAkaterin]

Humble and Inspiring teacher sounds awesome ❤😊

[@aneesaidrees2532]

Just setting up my cringeworthy 3 alarms. Thank you Ali you inspire us so much. I can’t wait to read your book.

[@sarahs55555]

This is so helpful, thank you Ali 🥰

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Loving the haircut! Looking absolutely dapper!

[@howdareyoureadmyname894]

This guy never fails to make our perceptions better

[@lifetips4293]

Very inspiring.. thank you Ali for sharing you knowledge 💗 respect 😍

[@Krishnarustagi]

This is actually really helpful 👍 love you Ali from India❤️

[@max-ob7gi]

this channel is great, thank you Ali!

[@sabahatnaheed1435]

love the video! some great advice. love the alarm clock system. i changed and set mine immediately! thank you :)

[@Westphaliac]

Ali, I really like the idea of the 'fast forward test'. Never come across it before, and really made me think

[@bhavia4237]

Thank you for this vid, humble inspiring teacher

[@shayanbeyrooti9633]

Amazing, neat and professional as always

[@Dr.JubairsFinance]

Thanks for continuing to give Ali

[@majorthought]

Loved this video, Ali. Would be great to see more videos like this.

[@annefitz7346]

I’m a 70 year old woman who is 1 of your biggest fans. Love your work. Thx for all you do for us Many blessings to you!

[@ad_photograph]

If you start loving your life, your life will love you back. Remember that. 🖤

[@bootsmade4walking]

I love this!

[@TheZenMindfulness]

Absolutely!

[@JustJillin]

I needed this today, thank you.

[@dafidrosydan9719]

Thanks for the great video! i love how you keep challenge how i see my life

[@bellaechanted2552]

Thank you for the amazing content Ali 😊

[@kendalleavitt4645]

I needed this. I’ve been stuck in my head and haven’t taken action. for a year I’ve wanted to start my health coaching business and podcast to help women❤

[@archiliusfowl3701]

Love the content! Keep it coming bro!!!

[@jordancaballeroshow]

This was so helpful. Thank you.

[@JoyceChow]

Thanks for the video, Ali 👏🏼

[@melodicblaze]

You really helped me change my views on life... Thank You ❤

[@eunji6962]

This is what I wanted today!! Tysm!

[@charmainvanrooy4741]

Thank you. This has been an inspiring video❤

[@YourJourney2Wellness]

You don't have to cringe over those alarms!! I absolutely LOVE the idea and your goals. They aren't cringey at all.

[@lifebymey]

loved the 3 alarms method thanks for sharing!

[@bavikon]

Love this ❤ Thanks for this 🙏

[@mahliyoonurullayeva8305]

I love your videos, because all of them are very useful for me💚

[@angViVanAnh]

Thank you for your sharing, Ali.❤

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this content is pure gold. Pure. Gold.

[@urstrulysumityadav]

Great Video, Very helpful, thankyou 💜

[@z.kuwait5277]

Love this video so much! Thank you Ali 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@chelsimcfarland2007]

The alarm tip was amazing, thanks for sharing!

[@AlitzelGuerrero_]

Love the alarm tip! Thank you for sharing, Ali!

[@sarahlhickman]

Excellent Ali. Thank you.

[@DevanshDixit]

Your best video so far bro 🔥

[@SeraphinaAnsah]

SUPER HELPFUL Video! Thank you as always, Ali 🤗🙏🏾.

[@cortneyrae2539]

The fast forward test is really interesting... it reminds me of the movie Click by Adam Sandler. Eventually his entire life is fast forwarded because he hasn't learned to cherish the things that matter

[@chrisyoung9742]

THANKS for this great video!

[@joshclark8385]

Thank you so much for this video. I needed to re-evaluate where I’m headed and why I’m working toward certain things that I don’t necessarily care for