How to slow down your life

[@mattdavella]

Respect to my little brother Mark who made his on-screen debut in this video at 05:03.

[@imperial-gamer]

"Little Brother"😳

[@Ille.Beatus]

Truly a great scene! :-)

[@jontaba80]

Hi Mark! 👋 🤓

[@improvetheory2728]

Waiiiit, that's Not Dave???😅

[@johnnyede]

Mark should get an oscar for that show scene!

[@AsifHaq]

Another thing that totally slowed down my perception of time over the last one year is journaling. This habit makes every day feel like more significant, and thus make the weeks and months feel longer. It's been a life changer.

[@MmM2025-v9d]

Agree! Life is more intentional with writing.

[@MiaCatAdventures]

I was going to start journaling -you’ve convinced me I should!

[@yuppers1]

Great idea- thanks!

[@buzzlightyearoh]

Why is it beneficial? I just want to get through this year asap

[@sergsergesrgergseg]

@@buzzlightyearoh probably because if you think back to the last year you can only remember certain moments unless you record it

[@sacdaabdurhman]

“Everything in life is easier when you don’t concern yourself with what other people are doing” Hope you have a good Monday 💜

[@KeaLynn]

I think I’ve cracked the code on why I love reading so much. I’m not a very adventurous person, so experiencing new worlds in my head through words on a page, I feel like life is expanded a bit.

[@artworkbybernizzz2654]

Same here! Glad to know that there are someone else in the other side of earth shares the same view on reading. I love thinking and exploring with books, which feels as if through someone's eyes to see the world. That's a wide perspective and that added some colours to my own life.

[@JacobKustra]

This couldn't be more true. As of late, time feels like its flying by. I feel like it's the constant distractions, especially with such easy internet access, that we never feel "bored" thus, all the time in the day is used for something. That way we fall into the same routines that leave us wondering where all the time went!

[@elsasantacruz7592]

1. Incorporate novelty into your life (hará q se hagan menos rápidos los días) (3:28) 2. Search inspiring experiences (they’re common, you only have to notice them) (5:18) 3. Make progress towards your goals (hacer un seguimiento de las acciones hacen q nos parezca q haya pasado más tiempo)(7:13)

[@LifeHecker]

100th Likes!

[@RealJamieBarclay]

"All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us." ~ Gandalf The Grey

[@DemetriPanici]

I've been reading up on this and it's crazy to me how much your life flies by when you don't change what you're doing or your environment

[@mirekreative]

Matt's video got it everything... it has a spark. It has entertainment. It has a story. It has wisdom. It has stunning videography. And most importantly it has biceps!

[@CoffeeFuelledGenius]

The Bezos clip at the beginning gave me no choice but to click the like button 😂

[@babettedejong2975]

I know, right? 😂

[@emilyanderson4069]

Me too 😂😂

[@Spungebobonicerocks]

French press is best bro

[@ppppugh7892]

Your post did it for me!

[@simonshura9144]

Reading scrolling trough comments under every video also takes up ALOT of time i can only imagine.

[@noelle7287]

That's true. Since the pandemic started I stayed home 90% of the time and only spend time with my partner. Occasionally we see his family. I work remotely. It often feels like every day is the same. I was starting to feel really isolated and sad. I adopted a bonded pair of rabbits from a shelter 3 months ago. Seeing them grow and interact with them every day helps keep me living in the present. I can tell they are happy and I am too. I look forward to seeing their little faces every morning and night. Recently my partner and I went to a new restaurant and that felt like an adventure in itself. So I think what Matt is saying is true. I unfortunately don't have the funds to go on vacation but I like to think about what I would do when I get a chance to. I would love to go on a trip and visit France. I haven't been back since I moved to the states 6 and half years ago. I miss it sometimes.

[@mitch7w]

5:36 AWE💪🏽

[@tehmeed337]

his weekly newsletter talks about how doing the same things everday makes it seem like time is flying by so quick, and that is why 2020 felt like it lasted for a minute. would recommed reading his newsletters, very insightful and they dont take up much time either

[@RainyCreates]

This video is perfect. I watched all of yours and this had my full attention to the end. Loved it.

[@salmonsuit]

I needed this. Fell into escapism since the pandemic, and working from home only added to routine and lack of novelty. Thanks for these tips and for making this video. Much appreciated. I'm pulling myself out bit by bit :)

[@SAKURACO1989]

I deeply appreciate Matt’s content and his storytelling style which I think he maybe changed a little bit recently along his choice of attire? I don’t know anything about videography or film making, but Matt’s recent videos have more cinematic feel to it rather than catchy youtube video vibe and I absolutely love them!

[@_the_]

Honestly "finally tackling that social anxiety" sounds so much easier than it is and can be a lifelong struggle.

[@manvelmkrtchyan8939]

That's what makes it a more meaningful achievement.

[@kolterveras00]

I remember learning this concept in high school, I think it was my 9th grade History teacher who told us about it. Since that day I’ve been noticing time moving a lot faster & I understand why. I think cutting down social media is a great way to make time feel longer, it’s so easy to spend hours on social media and forgetting everything that just happened. The novelty idea is great too, and it’s simple which helps. Dope video

[@improvetheory2728]

Traveling has NEVER disappointed in bringing back that curious child with in us! Weather it's a new coffee shop ☕ Or a new country 🌍 Well done Matt!

[@Defonotannika_27]

I’m only 13 but i feel like for the last two years everything has been moving so fast, i barely remember months or days anymore because it all flies by so fast. This video was extremely helpful to me as a person who is scared of growing up anymore.

[@darkjoker361]

No this is impossible it's unlikely you will feel that way anymore it will fasten up slowly and bro at 13 ur no longer a kid

[@actuallyaleena]

2 seconds ago, being a YT watcher is a full time job, and I definitely needed this cause I just remember moving in to college and now I’m getting closer to taking my first set of finals

[@aswing2706]

Exactly

[@MrsRemi]

Bullet journaling helped me so much with this. I note down anything memorable from my day each night. It gets me to reflect on the good/bad things and remember better - and therefore feel like the day was longer and more productive! It especially helped me during lockdowns when time felt so abstract

[@ohainino]

That subtle workout photo at 5:36 💯

[@sarahparker5238]

*In Life, You Rather Get Busy Making A Living or Get Busy Dying-Stephen kings* If only teens knew the importance of early inv e stments, it would have been a greater adulthood for all... I study at the university of Maryland, am just 20...Am so proud of what I have achieved f i nancially as a student,all thanks to my parents especially my dad who battled me into starting up an early in v e stment for myself

[@wick5107]

That's so encouraging from your parents,share some tips on what you invest on?

[@sarahparker5238]

@@wick5107 As a student,it wasn't really an easy start . I still lack the knowledge but invest in crypto-currencies and stocks through the guidance of an investment professional who personally handles my portfolio.

[@karlhoffam3630]

You really had a good plan laid down for yourself,but what about those who doesn’t have the money to invest?

[@wick5107]

@@sarahparker5238 how does a professional help in making profits?

[@sarahparker5238]

@@wick5107 Having your investments managed by a professional gives you an advanced investment idea,maximum returns, proper risk management and zero chances of loosing out in the market uptrend as a result of busy time frame.

[@jaspreetjawandha754]

Amazed .. have always felt time running so fast but never knew what i can do about it.. this makes so much sense.. 'new experiences' in my routine is what i have been missing all this time with my fixed routine.. thanks 😊

[@KareemNahouli]

This is so true, my one week trip to Iceland still feels like 1 month in my mind every time I look back at it!

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

I actually feel the opposite, because I do so much and many new things all the time constantly pushing myself out of comfort zone. I came back from a camping festival thing 2.5 weeks ago, I actually thought it was 3 months ago. I don't want to ever regret a moment of life. It took me too long to get a good place and I'm making every moment last

[@adriana9814]

I feel like I wake up, go to the bathroom and when I come out it’s 3pm. And when I go downstairs it’s 7pm. And after dinner Im rushing because I have to go to sleep. Thank you Matt, I really need to start changing my routine and making every second count

[@sultanul69]

you're wasting our air :(

[@lilyavabrooks]

I felt this as I moved countries in my adulthood. For the first months time practically stopped for me, whereas before moving I felt it flying by.

[@FinancialShinanigan]

Just like we fill our house with stuff, we fill our times with things that doesn't matter in the end. Buy what will last and make time for things that you'll look back fondly on.

[@K_Rae_Bee]

Does anyone else miss the ground up show?! That intro. . so comforting.

[@cloidless]

Whaaat, the ad felt like it was 1 min in, but i was actually 6 min. Crazy how times flies

[@QuanTheAlchemist]

Here are my 10 extra tips to INCREASE your daily manifestations that I’ve learned over the years..👇🏾 1. Practice gratitude every morning. When you wake up, list everything that you are grateful for and feel that gratitude in your core. Feel free to write things down in a journal so it is easy for you to remember. 2. Replace your negative thoughts with positive ones. Every time you feel a negative thought coming on, make a positive spin on it right away. 3. Take ownership for things that happen in your life. It's easy to blame others however you will feel much better when you realize that most issues stem from us. 4. ALWAYS believe that good things are about to happen. By being open to new possibilities you are inviting abundance into your life. 5. Remember that like attracts like so you get back whatever you put out, whether it is good or bad. So do good AND received good. 6. Meditate for five minutes a day. During this time focus on how you want your life to be; but place your focus on how you feel AND feel that feeling as if you have already accomplished those goals. 7. Step outside of your comfort zone. Stop playing it safe and make that decision to finally go for your dreams. 8. Focus on activities that make you feel truly happy. When you are truly happy you have the best vibrational frequency to manifest your desires. 9. Avoid the naysayers and surround yourself with people who only lift you higher. Downers will be downers, don't let them drag you into their misery. 10. Don't be afraid to dream and know that you are always supported by the universe. Hope this helps! - Your Friendly Neighborhood Coach ❤

[@nothingbutthetruth3227]

Most of this is literally in the Bible. No secrets except the secret sauce to do these is Jesus Christ. That’s why the book the secret was never a secret. If someone opened the Bible, the answers are all there. God bless!!

[@shwetap8428]

Thankyou!

[@neatcleanandsimple.1909]

This is awesome

[@Fittnesj]

Beautiful words, we have to remember everyday, I gonna write them down

[@AhmadKhalifAqilSyafiq]

Cara agar waktu kita tidak cuma passing by: 1. Cari kebaruan/novelty. 2. Cari pengalaman baru yang menginspirasi. 3. Ekspansi lingkungan sosial kita. 4. Buatlah progres.

[@softfishy]

I have been feeling like life is just flying by and I had no idea why. I kept saying that time is an illusion and chalking it up to that. Looking at it now I realize I've been living in the same cycle day after day since the pandemic and there has been very little novelty to slow me down.

[@bobyjeans1452]

I needed to see this video. This exact feeling of time flying by has been givng my anxiety a joyride. The milestones I want to attain in my life involve having a family and being a good relationship. I have been focused on finding the right way to go about that I stopped filling my life with wonder thinking I needed to focus. To hear words that echo my feelings lessen the guilt. I want to embrass this life instead of being trapped my objectives that are not solely depending on my actions.

[@EmilAbrahamPage]

Loved this video, Matt! Reminded me of a quote by Anna Quindlen (A Short Guide to a Happy Life) which goes like, “Life is made up of moments, small pieces of glittering mica in a long stretch of gray cement. It would be wonderful if they came to us unsummoned, but particularly in lives as busy as the ones most of us lead now, that won’t happen. We have to teach ourselves how to make room for them, to love them, and to live, really live.”

[@grandcl0wn]

I'm really addicted in watching your videos and have changed my way of living because of your videos. More power to you, Matt! Love from the Philippines. 🇵🇭

[@rohansrivastava6224]

It won't last, just a matter a days you'll be busy in other things

[@IsaacJoshi]

Your perception of time, is such a key to happiness. Keeping things spontaneous and creating new experiences is the way to go :)

[@DrDanLawrence]

I like this. I've been thinking about Plato's obsession with madness quite a bit. Well, for years now. We need that wildness, novelty, inspiration. That it also elongates our perception of time is a bonus.

[@DrJessicaLouie]

I talk about our limited resources and time is the number one in our lives. Slowing down, reflecting and being intentional with how we spend our minutes, hours, days and weeks can be life changing. Thank you for a thought provoking topic Matt.

[@nikoagrinzone]

Taking steps outside of my comfort zone is a big challenge of mine, but one I’m working on nonetheless. Even in my content, I’m starting to switch up how I write, film, and edit my videos and I’m having more fun with the process as a whole

[@JaneDeuberInter]

Great video. Reminds me of a favorite quote. “Life is like a roll of toilet paper. The closer you get to the end, the faster it goes.” Live every moment!!!!

[@johnnyede]

Damn, this creating new memory point you made hit me hard because it was hard for me to balance "live life and have fun" against "work hard and live larger LATER". I just realized that there's room for both! Thanks, mate, Matt!

[@Whoiskashh]

Me aswell struggling to balance man

[@amiramaher3320]

I'll forever appreciate this channel. My husband and I have been minimal in spending and investing wisely. Now I earn weekly .

[@LigmaHehbbz]

It is true, for example this video felt like it took 30 minutes because I never listened to this type of video...

[@zayaanzakir]

NOVELTY is arguably the Best feeling in the world 🤩 Seeing, feeling, experiencing something for the first time is unmatched by anything 💖

[@MiaSabathy]

how to stretch time: plank. 5 minutes in the morning and i’m like “how is it not afternoon yet?! what do u mean only 23 seconds have passed?”

[@cv2733]

LMFAOOOOOOOOOO

[@aservant1284]

Seriously

[@anirbanmahato5496]

😂👌

[@gepliprl8558]

And why are you so cutee. I mean seriously.

[@gepliprl8558]

Ah nvm. Asia's next top model, that makes a lot of sense now.

[@scoopitywoop]

We truly do live in a society

[@ladybird491]

It only feels what way if you are not living a life you choose to and on purpose and it is to be a good service and be healthy and feel great. I coach in spiritualism.

[@SzilviaVirag]

Easy answer. It feels like it's flying by because it IS!

[@Graham-Christian]

Man, Matt, the quality of your content has really bumped up a notch over the last few episodes. I'm really impressed!

[@scvscades]

Wow this really hit hard, but it was good to hear. I do feel like life is speeding up sometimes. Gonna try to start a new morning routine to breakup the normal day to day.

[@gunawansutejo]

Time is something that we can't get but often wastes it

[@TravelingwithKristin]

This is one of the reasons why traveling or living abroad can help you slow down time. Plenty of new information and pattern interrupts! Not so much 9-5 grind.

[@flowerpower6261]

How tho

[@dkotama]

how? you were aging at the same pace

[@Moscarmando]

@@dkotama You didn't really watch the video, right?

[@pakigangsta5]

Kristin how many countries have you been to? And I def agree!

[@TheComedyHistorian]

The fact that Matt knew exactly what I was thinking today is scary

[@paulam2653]

great video. i never made the connection between having so much novelty in life when you are a kid and the perception of time passing by more slowly, very enlightening

[@ashleyemma4954]

Bob Vance Refrigeratation!!!!! Hahaha awesome Did anyone else notice that?

[@seempaq]

This is such a good evergreen piece of content that I will comeback to many times! Thanks Matt

[@carolinas_way]

To my millennials in your late 20s to late 30s know that you are still HELLA YOUNG! Live your life as such and stop saying things like “I’m such a grandma” (because you will start believing it sooner or later). ✨

[@simonshura9144]

Thanks mom, i rly needed this haha

[@TilikaVispute]

I just said that to my cousin yesterday that I feel like a grandma! And he said “sis, you are not!” 🥺♥️ I am 26 btw

[@beijoeabraco]

thank you for this 🥲

[@aruytpadyugf]

People who say that they are “such a grandma” are dumpy and boring. They’ve been a “grandma” since they were teenagers-they just didn’t have the self-awareness to realize it back them. Don’t be like those people.

[@themareed1894]

Uh, this makes no sense. I say I’m a grandma a lot now (I’m 28), and the reason is BECAUSE I was such a crazy partier in my late teens-early 20s. I’m a far cry from the 3-4 nights a week partier I used to be lol

[@IsaacJoshi]

Living in the moment is true mindfulness. It will generate hapiness and flow in ways that are critical to living a good life

[@theceased6627]

is that an eyeball in the coffee at 2:27

[@nrs_207]

The pandemic only made this worse. Every day feels the same like a big blur. I probably never would’ve thought novelty, but as soon as you said the word, it was so obvious. I barely have any memories of waking up every day and working in bed during the pandemic like when we had those milestones and novel experiences growing up. Time really started to fly once college was over for me, and turning 30 during the pandemic just made it even tougher. I finally did make the move to go back to grad school this year and start a different career though, and with face to face class and moving to a large city in the next few weeks looming, I’m really hoping that helps me get out of the pandemic rut of never leaving the house whether it be for work or zoom class. I’ve always said you can’t live to work but you can’t just live to be totally monotonous either. Hopefully a lot of people heed this advice

[@AhmetKaan]

*5 things to quit right now:* *1. Overthinking* *2. Trying to make everyone happy* *3. Living in the past* *4. Worrying* *5. Doubting yourself*

[@Danielperezguitar]

you are overthinking it Ahmet.

[@AhmetKaan]

@@Danielperezguitar :D

[@joeykenney]

Love the idea of how trying new things helps time pass more slowly since you’re forced to concentrate more in the moment than when you are on autopilot going through your regular habits

[@theoneandonly2269]

The fact that i got the bob vance refrigeration reference tells me I've watched "The Office" a lot

[@ahmedhallajian8886]

This is why it's the greatest time in human history to be alive, we get to live longer than ever before! Let's make the most of it

[@laurakorn4486]

Why is no one talking about the very awe inspiring picture @5:36 😂

[@TheMakeupBee]

Not sure about number 3, for the last few years Ive kept myself super busy always achieving, living deadline to deadline, project to project and it feels like it accelerated time too much. I am actually thinking about slowing down and trying to change that overachieving mindset.

[@lucassobris]

I'm loving these recent videos of yours where you wear the light gray t shirt, you feel a lot calmer

[@ItsMe-ox8lm]

What a very interesting video. Sometimes in my country, we make fun by saying that if you say that "time has passed so fast", it means you are an old person, so now I can understand why.

[@noucamp90]

...not the video I wanted, but now it feels like it was a video that I needed. Tnx, greetings from Slovenia.

[@TarikEF]

I'm really enjoying the comedic element of your videos! :)

[@TheGroovyGuitarDude]

Love this, and have been needing this lately! Feels like time moves SO fast lately. Another two things that have helped me a lot are waking up before the sunrise 🌅 , and meditating for at least 10 minutes each morning! 🧘🏽‍♂️ I don’t do both every morning, but when I do I feel like the day lasts SIGNIFICANTLY longer! 😌🤙🏽

[@shaunting335]

Agreed. But I don't know why waking before the sunrise works

[@pakigangsta5]

@@shaunting335 dude you woke up early there are extra hours in the day lol

[@danielrichardson362]

Great video Matt, I would add that you should try to cut out screens, electronics, or websites like Instagram, reddit, KZbin, etc. (I call them ADD websites). From my own personal experience, I've noticed that these tend to get my brain "wired" and I may get absorbed in them for hours without even realizing it. Letting yourself be "bored" without these mental stimulates really does make time feel like it's moving slower and frees up your day add in healthier habits like going to the gym or going for a hike.

[@iveypreston8801]

Wow, sometimes these videos come up and I know the algorithm is on my side. Needed this today!

[@simonvutov7575]

I HAVE LITERALLY BEEN THINKING THIS OVER THE PAST FEW WEEKS. HOW TF IS YOUR TIMING SO GOOD

[@jmsl910]

he's a genius!

[@simonvutov7575]

@@jmsl910 hell yeah bro

[@auctionman707]

Im 44 and time seems to fly by and ive done very little the last 2 years.

[@tykjpelk]

Most relatable guy on KZbin.

[@michelvanheest7137]

"bob vance vance refrigeration" lol, it's in the details 😂

[@YestoHawaii]

This video came at the perfect time. I felt like time was breezing by but this definitely reminds me to mix up the routines pronto!!

[@ranjan_v]

Life moves pretty fast, if you dont stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it -Ferris Bueller

[@simonvutov7575]

That’s deeep

[@anniebanana3698]

This definitely helps to explain why so many of us had a messed up sense of time during the height of the pandemic when we were in lockdown. I feel like without the visible markers of time, it all starts to blur together as well.

[@MrKentakie]

The point in life is to have as many positive experiences as possible.

[@simonshura9144]

Yea but we need the good and the bad both, not just the sunshine in life but i get your point. Just dont forget that in order to have positive experiences u need to face fears along the way first ^

[@sleepclub1999]

“Time stays long enough for those who use it.” ~Leonardo Da Vinci

[@gurudra]

Life begins where fear ends🙏🌺🌿

[@advaitmaindalkar4908]

This has been affecting me a lot recently to the point of mental breakdowns. Thank you for making this video, it helped in my recovery process.

[@hgracern]

Thank you, beaut vid. ❤ l feel compelled tho to say we never ever can leave now. Tomorrow it will be now, our childhood experiences were all experienced now. And in old age it will be now. ❤

[@manjimsadik]

That evil laugh ,gets me every time 👀

[@100pmistry]

“Do What Excites” - Kelly Wakasa

[@Lobstrique]

this is so cool, thank you :) my favourite Russian youtuber Ruslan Usachev talked about it not so long ago in his interview he made the same example with a vacation which seems long to the person experiencing it and short to the coworkers who continued working in this period of time his solutions was travel more, but it's not easy now

[@NatePolmateer]

Novelty the number one reason I remember all your videos

[@SavagemanFilms]

Working 12 hour shifts the past 5 years it feels like them 5 years have been about two months.

[@neatcleanandsimple.1909]

Matt you are a gem!

[@Mel-nx4yh]

this confirms my suspicion that time felt longer when I was younger

[@anastasia_falcon]

how many comments should I leave here to make this video viral? Seriusly, everybody must watch it and think about it. Also, thank you for your great work!

[@gauravm.]

Gracias, Señor Matt D'Avella. You're the mejor.🙌

[@JohnnyChinoTorres]

This is what I think as an 18 year old. As I'm approaching age 19 on November I feel like I can do so much but I have only little time. It's rare for me to go have fun with friends because I want to hold on to the money and invest in something I know will help me for a better future. Since I'm not going to school it has become even harder for me to find my goals since I want to have fun in things I'm doing and I don't find fun in school since I recently graduated high school. My main goal is to do something fun for the rest of my life. All I do is get home from work, watch youtube, and play Dragon Ball Legends. Then things hit me all of sudden that I have to do something productive but I just don't know. All I can say is that I must continue and look for something good for me and help my family as much as I can. Time is going fast yet slow at the same time. You know wat I'm saying??

[@the4rtistandtheproduc3rmusic]

Oh my God you're a genius!