Jason Silva on Overcoming Anxiety and Finding Flow | Impact Theory

[@vaishalivaidya7978]

Absolutely love Jason Silva...hearing his words flow out...is like feeling tickled in the most beautiful alive way

[@robweare6461]

Jason Silva is a hard guy to categorise - he is epic! What a young and incredible genius.

[@TomBilyeu]

Totally agree!

[@benitadsilva852]

Loved this conversation. My two favourite people

[@staciechen4254]

I asked 'What would it take for me to know what my purpose is?' I was lead to Impact Theory and can't express how grateful I am for the content on this channel. Tom, you are inspiring and honest. Your direct, leave the bullshit behind attitude has lit me up. Energy, optimism and good vibrations are my fuel and finding a community that encourages and cultivates out of the box action is so empowering. I am learning so much from your guests. They are powerful and bring amazing clarity to complex concepts. They leave me wanting more which leads to research and more knowledge acquisition. Immense growth is taking place, my notion of limits has been annihilated and my potential feels infinite. Thank you from the bottom of my heart! Stacie Chen

[@vadymgoncharenko6393]

My Gog.. this is me. I talk same way, same things with myself. He's like a painter, creating his masterpiece with words. Tom, thank you so much! You're doing something great.

[@mscosta91]

One of my friends showed me Jason Silva's KZbin channel like 4 years ago and I devoured them. Jason was also the way I found Impact Theory (looking for Jason's interview). This is like the thirf or fourth time I watch this interview and it's never the same. Just very grateful to him and Tom.

[@robbyrobmasta]

Guys, where do I start? Puta, this is amazing. Thank you so much for what both of you have created on your own and now for bringing it all together in this astonishing mind-mix. How you guys combine what I love from your two worlds of mind in this conversation is making me absolutely speechless. Haven't cried that many tearsdrops of epiphany in any interview ever before. I can't even comment on any specifics because I'll need to watch it again and give my brain time to process all the fucking raw mindpower you guys are delivering here. Tom. Man. Thank you for teaching me that there are no limitations to how my life could unfold and for motivating me to take that as a catalyst to start adjusting my thinking and my habits which has already helped me experience things I hoped were possible but rather seemed to me like some heavenly shit you get maybe get sometime because the universe somehow suddenly realizes that all the years of suffering weren't fair and you're a good soul so you deserve it or you just never get it. And you, by making it so fucking clear that all that lies in nobody's hands but mine, just didn't allow me to crawl back into my nice warm bed from self-pitty and hopeless hopes ever again without feeling stupid. I still go there sometimes but after a while of my monkey-mind telling me you're special or making me just ignore everything I leaned from you or could still learn from the episodes I haven't watched yet I somehow get a glimpse of how full of bullshit my own thinking is and then it often needs nothing more than one of your interviews or power-ups to get me back on track. This is not to say that I made it. I haven't really made anything yet thatmany people around me would notice. but if I compare myself and my thinking about 'myself in the real world' to my past self I just feel like I turned that 180 degrees around and among others I owe this to Tim Ferriss, Tony Robbins and especially you. The way you make us feel like we're in the same boat as you is why you have the audience you have. Many times you function as a teacher teaching us about what you have learned and that is great. But the way you engage in topics you wanna learn about yourself, is priceless. Sometimes a look at your face while listening to somebody makes me realize what kind of mind-boggling information I am listening to. Your ambition to learn yourself is what puts you next to your audience - not in front of us, neither above us. I and - I assure you many others - have the feeling of having found a partner in crime when it comes to learning about ourselves and turning that into positive change in the world. Y vos, Jason. Maje que te digo? La manera en que me haces salir de mi cabeza es unica. Tantas veces me tienes alla, sentado adelante te la compu con la boca abierta y los ojos llorados. Tu video sobre la creatividad de los bilinguales me hizo llorar porque tu dijiste una gran parte de todo lo que habia aprendido en el ano que habia pasado en Nicaragua en pocos minutos. "Yo conozco a la gente, yo conozco a la cultura", maje, soy trilingual (espanol, ingles y aleman) pero siempre me habian hacido falta las palabras para decir lo que siento que se ha cambiado dentro de mi durante de conocer al otro fin del mundo. Gracias a ti yo se que no es tonto creer en maravillas, que no es tonto pensar en un futuro que popablemente nunca voy a vivir, que no estoy solo con ningun sentimiente que siento y con ningun pensamiento que pienso. He usado varios de tus videos como una fundacion para una conversacion con la gente que amo sobre algo que nunnnnca podria haber explicado sin tus palabras. Tu me hiciste pensar sobre mis propios pensamientos en una manera muy rada y nueva y ademas totalmente sin miedo. Ya lo veo como una aventura. Como Tom me hizo cambiar mi manera de pensamientos sobre mi mismo 'en el mundo real' tu cambiaste totalmente como me veo a mi 'al otro lado'. Me faltan las palabras para explicarlo en espanol pero yo se que tu me entiendes. Gracias por todo lo que has echo aunque sea hecho para que tu no pierdes tu mente. Tu objeto de influenciar por lo bueno por supuesto a sido logrado en mi caso y solo me puedo imaginar que va a siguir saliendo de tu pluma. Gracias loco. It doesn't really matter if anyone of you ever reads this or not. I am going to put it on my wall so it always reminds me in what an astonishing time to live in we live in. Having your knowledge, wisdom, drive and believe just being presented to me on a digital silver plate is just nothing to be not acted on. Thank you both for what you are changing in me, others and the world. 'Sea el cambio que quieres ver en el mundo." - Ustedes lo practican. DANKE Robby

[@TomBilyeu]

Wow, Robby... I wish I could like this comment like 100 times. Thank you so much for taking the time to write all of that. I'm completely honored. It means so much to all of us on the team to be able to impact people in a positive way. So you taking the time to let us know that it's working means a lot. I'm very glad that you've found us and that you're a part of this community. So cool. I'm glad you liked this episode as well. I have so much respect for Jason. He inspires me to no end. I'm glad he does you as well.

[@laschikas11]

Rob Masta z

[@nohatarek6153]

you are right... i especially love how you say that we needn't teach people or be "above" them, but through learning about ourselves & changing ourselves, we inspire others & change the world as well... learning & changing is a self-cosmic process from the inside to the outside... i'm still struggling in the way of self-pitying & depression... i got many mental problems... but i hope one day i'll be able to break-through... i'm trying... i can't see any hope, but i'm trying!

[@RattledEditor]

@@nohatarek6153 H.O.P.E. = Hang On Pain Ends through Awareness + Acceptance + Action comes Change. Stay the course!

[@markduemmeljr1606]

You both are my absolute favorites. You truly inspire and have shown me to chase my true passion and calling with everything inside me. You both are truly pioneers and thank you both for all you do!

[@Belle1]

I love the notion of Jason's idea about that sensation we feel, just like an itch, that anxiety we are feeling, probably is a story our mind is telling us, or maybe we just gotta pee, and all we have got to do, is to let that sensation passes and move on. Love this interview, thank you Tom and Jason.

[@AngieSanchez]

Thank you both for coming together and uniting your forces!!

[@TomBilyeu]

My pleasure! I love me some Jason Silva!

[@amcieply]

"...the gnawing sense of having had and lost some infinite thing." I love this bit around 17-19 minutes. The feelings he describes are what recently made me start writing things down. I used to get inspired and talk to myself all the time, or have sudden bursts of clarity, creative insights, and ideas... but I never captured anything, so most of my ideas ended up being lost and forgotten. NO MORE! Now I carry a notepad with me, or have a computer or video camera nearby. Definite game changer for collecting and organizing thoughts and focusing them toward building something useful! Man, I love this channel! (And the old IQ, of course!)

[@TomBilyeu]

I know that feeling! Jason has made a true art form and out capturing those moments of inspiration and my life is richer because of it! So glad you like the channel! Thank you!

[@madddoll8685]

+Tom Bilyeu I don't understand how you only have 16, 730 SUBS. This content is so valuable. In a way I'm glad because I feel like I found a space with amazing ideas that speak to me and no one knows about it yet. Like finding a tiny hidden book store that isn't saturated with people, or listening to a band that speaks to you on a deep level that isn't on the billboard chart yet. Thank you for allowing me to peer deeper into Jason's mind and spirit as I've been a fan of his for years. Much love.

[@journeyoflovelight]

It for those who can hear it at this time.

[@lynmagarao1005]

Tom and Jason! 😍😍😍 Such a cognitive bliss!!! There are lots of insights to take in. My soul is just so pleased watching this. 💛💛💛 I need these people in my life on a daily basis! 😭

[@SiimLand]

One of my favourite inspirers of today. Both of you are artists, mythologists, story tellers, empowerers and bringers of positive change. It's just so amazing to hear Jason talk. You can't help but be infected by his vision and passion. Amazing episode.

[@TomBilyeu]

I totally agree with you about Jason! I could listen to him wax philosophical all damn day! He's amazing.

[@mpumezohaka6856]

you never disappoint in introducing your guests at the same time your guests never disappoint...thank you very much Tom Bilyeu

[@TomBilyeu]

Very kind!

[@initialdtakumi]

i've just want to say that before whatching this video a felt lost, now i feel like i am back into my goals. thanks for fading the invisible jail.

[@CharlesBeebe1]

You two together a quite the tour de force. This was the second time I've run across Jason (the baby video being the first), and the first time I've come across you, Tom. You're both so good. I mean, literally, you are doing good. With all the depressing news out there about the state of our consciousness, you guy really made me feel...not alone. Thank you.

[@avejshaikh9095]

Seeing and listening to you both is a blessing. Both of you have astonishing ability to articulate things in most sophisticated and convincing manner and the choice of words the way they are expressed Good God! is amazing. God bless you. Deep gratitude for your generosity Tom, you are my virtual Socrates😇

[@bxbexbxsmith4172]

Tom and his epic intro's!

[@TomBilyeu]

I loved writing his intro!!! That's my favorite type to write!

[@AdamHenryMotivation]

Bxbexbx Smith the best

[@cafinario]

An exercise in excess and redundancy.

[@JoalHarding]

I'm thumbs upping this even before Tom starts speaking, I KNOW it is going to be GREAT! Thanks in advance. You both are extraordinary! Here we go!

[@nathanael2345]

Same here!

[@AdamHenryMotivation]

Joal Harding amazing

[@tsich3226]

Same!!

[@nikoprim8141]

Transcending like always! Tom, embrace the cold as your friend, as Wim Hof said. I totally feel the same discomfort when its cold, but after listening to this guy and trying to adopt his method, I felt this unforgettable body sensation and incredible warmth inside of me, even after taking a 1-minute ice-cold shower! You should totally bring him onto the show to teach us all! Stay legendary, greetings from Greece.

[@TomBilyeu]

Yiassou, Niko! Bose ise? I would love to have Wim on the show! We've been trying to book him for a while. It would be epic.

[@nikoprim8141]

Giasou re Tom, pou ise apisteftos :D How can someone decline your intro?! Keeping the fingers crossed that you get him!

[@RattledEditor]

@@TomBilyeu how cool (no pun intended) is that Wim Hof became your guest, right? Major KUDOS for speaking your dreams into life, Tom. You are freakin' ahhh-MAZE-ing, man!! So inspired by you, brotherman.

[@RossQuintana]

Another great one. Jason seems to have a diverse and broad mental library and that makes making connections so much more fun and inspiring. Enjoying your brain food as a regular meal at my table.

[@journeyoflovelight]

AMAZING..Thank you for your light and your sevice to Mankind.

[@brianb6739]

What a great episode. I've been following both of these fine gentlemen for sometime, and having them join forces in a podcast is truly beautiful and thought provoking.

[@TheBrandMechanic]

I've not even watched the entire video and what a relief to hear words that reflect and vindicate some of my own thought processes. The idea of leveraging two competing theories instead of being torn = winning idea in itself!

[@TomBilyeu]

So glad you like Jason. He is one of the most unique minds I've ever come across.

[@ashleyheinz7306]

I’ll forever be astonished by Jason’s work and that’s an understatement

[@mystical_maverick_morgan2375]

Tom ALWAYS gives the best intros.

[@killaton1234]

This is incredible. I have struggled to put into words the sort of understanding that the two of you have cultivated for yourselves. I feel so highly connected to it all right now. Ten thousand thank you's.

[@TomBilyeu]

That's awesome to hear, Max! It was our pleasure!

[@moemenossama5508]

I must appreciate the quality of videos you do now ,the quality and resolution, together with the better content ,good job tom

[@rjturno8155]

This gem should at least be a hundred million views, well.

[@mrinalnimangore45]

I had to stop the video..just to be able to breathe ... What an overwhelming experience 💐

[@erikMOODYofficial]

I've always found value in this platform you've created, Tom. SO many game-changing moments. THANK YOU! Never before, however, have I had such an emotional response from an episode as I had with this one. You have both articulated so brilliantly what I've been stumbling and fumbling over in my mind for quite some time. Thank you for creating this space and allowing us access to its abundant applicable gifts. As much as I'm at a loss for words at the moment, I truly feel radiant. 🙌🙏❤️

[@TomBilyeu]

Wow! What a lovely comment! Thank you so much! I'm so glad the episode impacted you like that. That's amazing!

[@TheYoufazana]

Hi Tom, You have 88k subscribers on Inside Quest, Why have you not made any kind of comment for everyone to come over to Impact Theory? I have been waiting for months and just discovered I/T by chance. Loving it all! You make a difference to my life. Blessings and Blessings!

[@Archer-hg9rw]

SHOW NOTES Tom and Jason share their enthusiasm to celebrate those who inspired them [2:55] Jason talks about artistic interpretation and subjective experience [5:24] Tom and Jason bridge the coauthored narrative of life with the malleability of the past [7:01] Jason describes the thrill of the existential chase to experience cognitive orgasm [9:35] Tom and Jason discuss the rapture and power of communicating feeling [12:01] Jason talks about synthesizing complicated ideas into a “flow.” [14:17] Jason reveals how he overcame introversion, anxiety, and fear and stabilized inspiration. [18:34] Tom and Jason discuss hunger and why we are insatiable wanting machines [23:23] Tom and Jason talk about creativity as a form of magic and leveraging paradox [30:08] Tom and Jason discuss the pandemics of the body and mind [34:54] Jason describes feeling the power to do good [44:23]

[@suraj8500000]

This amazing Tom. Was wonderful to see two genuine humans open themselves to each other.

[@TomBilyeu]

Cool! So glad you liked it. I loooooooove interviewing Jason.

[@camilafob1]

"The promise that I make people is if you watch this show you are going to be better and perform better than if you haven't watched the show." YES! This show has changed my life!

[@RhizanthellaSlateri]

16:14 - 16:52. That gave me chills~ Thank you!

[@tdottim]

So I just discovered Jason today, and somehow that led me to reading Carl Sagan's "Mr. X" essay on all the benefits he got from cannabis (something I'm in the middle of discovering), so I just read and saved the Sagan essay before clicking on THIS video...and what do I see? Tom wearing a Carl Sagan shirt. The synchronicity lets me know I'm on the right path. Amazing talk.

[@blink4t2]

Like this guy says. His mind is riding a wave. A wave of so many good things. This guy is doing everything right.

[@robertogarcia-jt2mf]

Wow brother what an intro you gave me chills and I haven't even started the rest of the video I know it's going to be amazing!!!

[@khalilsdi5327]

Thank you for this, this is one of your greatest episodes. Thank You!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@MM-uh9fm]

what a symphony! thank you both guys for showing us in :-)

[@MartinJovchevski]

Tom deserves much more publicity.

[@fbredondo]

I need to find people around me like you guys. My conversations throughout the day does not go like this. So I just keep it all in my head. I need to venture out. Thanks again Tom...for not keeping this all in your head.

[@Snackay]

Introversion is a temperament of caution. Caution is very good sometimes. Shyness and introversion are not the same things.

[@tanyamarshall5517]

Absolutely incredible! I've been watching Jason Silvia videos for many years, and am happy this video has led me to you! What a colorfully poetic exchange, I look forward to have my mind blown again and again from your work

[@TomBilyeu]

So glad Jason let you to me. I absolutely love him!!!

[@eldonmacwood]

Loved this guy since he was on IQ. All thanks to you, Tom!

[@JaredJacobsonLaw]

Hell of an OUTRO too! Hung on to every word can’t wait to dig into this thank you thank you 🙏

[@isemeco]

Insanely good video guys. The way you weave words and paint those mind visuals whilst managing to lace the whole piece with emotion is intense.

[@TomBilyeu]

So glad you liked the video! Jason is unbelievable!

[@loganpeterson9444]

Little over five years late and haven't broken the matrix just quite yet, BUT future expressions of gratitude for helping me shift. 👏🖖

[@DanaBrej]

"Neurological addiction to the moment of awakening." The high I live for. Thank you both for your awareness and ability to FEEL on such a deep level. And your desire to share that and inspire that in others.

[@paolaestradapena]

Hello Tom! I really enjoy watching your evolution in this channel, congrats and thank you for everything you bring to the table, it’s awesome, feel proud of it! Lots of love and good vibes from Mexico, Paola

[@fredrickellis2948]

Tom between Inside Quest and now this I can't tell you how much it is changing me. My perspective of seeing people and the way to communicate with them is on a whole new level. Thanks so much.

[@newspeed8000]

keep up the good work guys, we are gonna need it , now more than ever!

[@alinabento]

I am so happy and so greatful I've found this episode. Amazing inspiration. So amazing 🤗🤗🤗🙏🙏🙏❤❤❤

[@njones8610]

Holy Shit!!! New favorite channel. Thank you for making this a thing.

[@cynthiasn6435]

Tom this your most beautiful introduction. Love it.

[@tamsinspooner2702]

Amazing. So happy I've come across both of you.

[@Kaustubh_Sondkar]

It would be so lovely if eckhart tollee and jason silva come together on this show

[@msaurabh1]

Kudos to that excellent introduction👏🏽. I am in awe!

[@idamomtaheni6508]

Really enjoyed this, thank you both. I really enjoyed the discussion, but also the raw, authentic moments you both brought. It's awesome to see two people share their thoughts and also connect while doing so :)

[@TomBilyeu]

So glad you liked the chat! I absolutely love Jason and the way his mind works. This was so much fun for me to film!

[@TheAngelGarcia777]

This is my third time watching, and what I take from it depends on what mood or head space I'm in, each time it's fascinating though no less than before ;) perhaps one day the universe will conspire a moment in time where I can sit down and have a conversation with Jason himself, that would be sort of a dream come true.

[@TomBilyeu]

When the Universe comes together for that conversation, you will love it as much as you think you will!

[@Houcnc]

never sat down to watch a video I always hear them ,this was beautiful

[@TomBilyeu]

Awesome! Really glad you liked it!

[@lilamnbdh967]

Wow you guys are incredible , once again very interesting video , thank you Tom and Jason!!

[@hihi1021]

Probably my favorite episode by far !

[@whosdatgirl1]

Such energy and passion bouncing off the both of you x x

[@abhishekrdesai]

Never seen Tom this excited :)

[@marvimalik304]

Exceptional content! Thank you Tom, Silva and team 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@ateviel]

Wow! Now that was an eloquent introduction! A wholesome pleasure to experience. :-)

[@EriMay2011]

Tom, Inside Quest was inspiring, Impact Theory is amazing. I love the progression and admire so much your and your teams work an your passion. It's incredibly inspiring and exciting to have people like you and many other like your guests on this planet. Thank you for being so and revealing people tools on how to be legendary!

[@TomBilyeu]

Thanks, Eriona! I'm so glad you like the content!

[@user36401]

Damn I have to digest this in chunks because every sentence this guy says is just...intense. Its like a series of thesis statements loaded with inspiration and wonder. Just wow

[@k1w1fruitz]

Beautiful and perfect intro. Described him perfectly ❤️

[@tomtate1641]

Dee hi

[@marie-pierreblanc3899]

I know i'm late in the conversation yet, eloquence in the matter makes it hypnotizing, thank you

[@kennedym8570]

This was one of the best interviews I've ever heard. Taking copious notes while listening. Thank you!

[@NatalieterHaar]

Love, love, love this. Crying from joy, recognition, understanding. Beautiful. Thank you.

[@ericboyer8241]

Love this video! Very inspiring, thank you for producing these!

[@pasemes]

Same here about the anxiety trigger when being cold.

[@TomBilyeu]

So weird! It drives me nuts!

[@sixthday9405]

Thank you for bringing Jason Silva again! Great talk! Love from Sweden.

[@calliecrandall9813]

Jason you're knowledge is both intimidating and envying,AND I LOVE IT!LOL.

[@mccarterkc]

Why is it so hard to meet people like you guys in real life? I would love to have these kind of conversations more.

[@claudiaundra6293]

Man, that's the best episode everrr

[@phillipalvidrez9909]

Wow! Thank you for this! This is amazing content. I am pumped and INSPIRED for the future!

[@TomBilyeu]

Love that! Thanks for letting me know. Exactly how I hope the content will inspire people.

[@firerose7936]

Amazing talk! I love the interviews and what you did with Quest. I especially resonate with the problems of depression and anxiety, especially for mothers. I found Wim Hof 3 weeks ago and it turned me around. I would be amazed if you could interview him. Embrace the cold 😊

[@TomBilyeu]

Yaaaaaaaas!!! I so want to get Wim on the show!

[@bronxed3666]

Literally two of my most fav guys that i follow.

[@luiszamudio182]

This was a very profound talk Tom. That question you asked him at the end, his answer is exactly how I feel. Everything else was definitely a challenge to understand which made it even more interesting. Thanks for sharing :) I will write down a list of people that have done incredible things and that have made shows like you grow from hundreds of viewers, to millions, and that have a similar mindset that it seems that you look for in guests, and that also making huge impact. Here it is: - Ido Portal - Dorian Yates - Dan Peña

[@TomBilyeu]

So glad you liked the episode! And thank you so much for the guest suggestions! That's very appreciated!

[@austincaruso7596]

still dont know why this channel doesnt have a million subs

[@weliveinasocietybottomtext5996]

Possibly best introduction of all timelines

[@_lamia2109]

soo amazing ! love from Algeria

[@turk2000]

Thanks guys. What you two are doing is a great deal. Hope to see you and more of you two around.

[@jordonkestner9161]

Impact Theory has played a huge role in my development of StealthPerformanceCommunication.com Thank you!

[@kimberawification13]

Great video, great guest! I love what you had to say about what you are trying to do. Its right up my alley, you got yourself one more subscription!!

[@TomBilyeu]

Awesome! Welcome to the team!

[@jyak27]

im enjoying this interview and i think most anyone would too, but i imagine, for people who arent already jason silva fans, it might take some mental effort: jason silva is a very intense person. hes can come off as hyperbolic, and sounds a bit like hes reading a script (this is his personality). HOWEVER underscoring all that intensity is some serious wisdom. OF COURSE he sounds hyperbolic, this is the human condition- dissecting lifes largest questions is bound to come off that way. the part where jason is describing the ecstasy of uncovering truth is beautiful. thank you jason for being great, and good looks tom on nailing this guest, you guys have great chemistry

[@TomBilyeu]

Thank you! Glad you liked the ep. And you're very right, Jason goes deep, fast. I'm sure it does take people a bit to catch up if they're not used to him. I know that's how it was for me. But what a wonderful ride!

[@ahlamali6479]

Tom Bilyeu thank you for this passion project...it's life changing

[@ArtistScottyGiffen]

Healthy , Thank You, Loved ! Peace ...

[@RoXon007]

Old style interview is better than new long interviews

[@arsenioseslpodcast3143]

Omggg! You finally got him on board! I'm loving this!

[@leedsdrumacademy]

Arsenio Buck It's the 2nd time Jason's been on the show.

[@arsenioseslpodcast3143]

Damnit, well it looks like I got close to 2 hours to watch then. Even better!

[@TheZGALa]

Such an inspiring talk! Thank you for sharing these and for providing a platform for such discussions to unfold.

[@bluecoture042]

Tom B. Keep it together my man That intro was something like a MankrushFanboy

[@daisylor7746]

yes my brain is always creating a story, my dream this morning is I was anxious of the samples that I had in my hand but I was thinking inside the dream that my samples were different they were not crystals but water.. I need to get samples from the beaches.. I think my mind is telling me of my overlapping responsibilities of my former and current work

[@Everheartt]

You killed the intro! Dammm

[@iWontPostAVideo]

Tom and his beautiful intros

[@deepankdixit7541]

Holy Moly!!!! That introduction!!