A day in my life | Lex Fridman

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OUTLINE:
0:00 - Morning
1:17 - Mantra
5:22 - Deep Work Session 1
8:07 - Social media and guitar
9:53 - Exercise
13:03 - Shower
16:48 - Deep Work Session 2
19:30 - Eating
25:03 - Shallow Work Session
28:21 - Reading

[@brentp-r4697]

I started drinking beer half way thru because Lex accomplished enough for both of us today.

[@KathleenMcKay]

HaHaHa love this comment

[@selma-5449]

LOLLL

[@blue-tb6uv]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Shaylenjay]

Lmao!!!

[@Robertyewi]

Omg mate, you are a true commedian

[@laterv]

watching this while procrastinating hard

[@markholoski9438]

O, later, дарова. Как тесен мир

[@SusanooMain]

Сеееееейм…………

[@TheGhostOfFredZeppelin]

I can relate, I even put off watching this video for a week until finally watching it now

[@HeyEveryoneHi]

@@TheGhostOfFredZeppelin LMAO ME TOO

[@HannaARTzink]

Hahahahaaaaaah

[@feilar12]

Honestly incredible to listen to him years later. He thinks of dying each morning, to make the day that much more worthy. Talk about strength.

[@pierrelabounty9917]

Reminds me of Dylan. "A man who isn't busy being born is busy dieing. " from.above comment.

[@puginator2711]

Pretty good thing to learn I did when I was younger just because the worst things that could happen tend to happen without fail so being ready for it dose wonders even if it doesn't come also let's you appreciate the time you have

[@just_a_rock69]

It's a Stoic exercise (memento mori).

[@benpetty1233]

⁠@@puginator2711 you

[@D.2023]

Kinda funny that he's gonna die anyway. Healthy people die a healthy death. 😂 Cool narrative though.

[@daniel03ss]

I love that Lex defiantly enjoys playing the most serious character of himself - but simultaneously sees the humor in it. Extremely intelligent and funny at the same time. I enjoy watching you break into a slightttt smile when you explain the ways you enjoy torturing yourself. I can empathize with that.

[@michaelseal6738]

I’m trying to imagine how someone “defiantly enjoys” something. What’s that like, enjoying something you disrespect? Hahahahaha

[@dillpickleboy1128]

​@@michaelseal6738 Nice one Michael! Got em!

[@annagokieli1497]

Well said

[@vladmkrtumyan1660]

@@michaelseal6738 It's basically smiling at the pain you're going through.

[@Mer0hwl]

We must protect Lex at all costs. He restores my faith in humanity, even as an AI bot.

[@Books_Makeup]

Agree. I notice he brings out a protective side in people. That's a good thing.

[@jamalbrown9501]

Have you seen the video Elon Musk really pisses off Lex Fridman It’s hilarious! 😡 😂 😆

[@timothydelaney119]

I want to meet his programmer.

[@mohammedshabbirahmed4391]

Lex Luther,

[@fyodordostoevsky9671]

Hahaha!

[@huntersmith8733]

I watched 7 hrs of KZbin yesterday.

[@Paladin966]

Those are rookie numbers

[@briand5921]

That’s it?

[@Ludwig1625]

I consider myself productive and I still have 5 hours on youtube per day lol

[@thedoublehelix5661]

amature

[@user-wn3bo9vo7f]

This but unironically

[@ChrisPascha]

7 hours of sleep 30 min mantra 4 hours deep work 30 min social media and guitar 90 min exercise 20 min shower and getting ready 4 hours deep work 30 min eating 4 hours shallow work 1 hour of reading Total 23.5 hours No distractions, no friends, no family, no phone calls, no household, no shopping, no commute.

[@Hayden22464]

I tried it, After workout ur kinda drained so the second deep work session is really hard. The focus is just not there for an hour. After the eating part i just wanted to lay down and scroll on social media but mostly got shallow work done for 3 hours. My sleep was 7.5 hours. My routine is still the same its just that the second deep work session is only two hours because i just feel drained and then i take a short 20 min nap followed by 30 min of watching youtube videos. The last part you mentioned is true for me too, no human interaction except in the kitchen. It'll pay off, pretty soon. Goodluck to u as well.

[@martinkomora5525]

100% bullshit :)

[@Rodrigo-zj7jj]

@@Hayden22464 that's still pretty good man. As someone fresh out of uni and without a developed routine and disciplined self respect attitude to my day, I already admire that routine you have build. How is it coming along 8 months after your comment? have you found more energy and focus, or found ways to optimize it?

[@jeeaspirant9724]

@@Hayden22464its about practise he also didnt start with this routine

[@giuseppeaprileborriello7605]

+30 minutes recording video.

[@n_ziva]

the face expression shift after the first session about summarizes the difficulty of the work he does

[@sofeint6050]

*goes for 7 mile run and does push ups for 30 minutes* "alright guys fun time is over, we're back to the grind" what a beast

[@mistermousterian]

I used to be the superintendent where Lex had an apartment years ago. Nicest, most cooperative guy, a modest, unassuming dude. Who knew there was a force of nature dwelling in our midst. Since discovering this channel, I have had many hours listening to these consistently brilliant podcasts. Thanks, Lex!

[@s.kalaam]

Mark my words! This video is an asset for those alive and many others to come who seek a practical example to discipline & improve themselves. You're leaving a legacy, Lex.

[@mikaleeno]

Yes. This is an asset. He's practically giving insights to work and life.

[@globaladman]

He's terrific. His parents must be so proud of him.

[@davidwaynemain]

Like a 1950's murder mystery narrator terrific. Definitely an old soul

[@laurenb916]

like a robot terrific.

[@robertus55]

Outline & Notes 👇📝 0:00 - Morning 1:17 - Mantra 5:22 - Deep Work Session 1 8:07 - Social media and guitar 9:53 - Exercise 13:03 - Shower 16:48 - Deep Work Session 2 19:30 - Eating 25:03 - Shallow Work Session 28:21 - Reading 0:00 - Morning --- Sleep = 6-8h/night 30 min. power nap during the day. Lex sometimes does sprints, pulling all-nighters. Sleep. Diet. Exercise. --- the essentials for productivity Add passion and whatever else you need to do be happy and keep your stress levels low. 1:17 - Mantra --- Lex has a list containing all of this: 1. Rules & constrains 2. Gratitude 3. Long-term goals 4. Short-term goals 5. Visualize the day 6. Core principles *1. Rules & constrains* - A constant reminder on the current set of rules, constrains, various addictions, time-draining things. Example: social media - He only checks social media when he posts content. No more than 10 minutes. Very important to control. You can also remove yourself from SM entirely. This really brings him joy. He makes sure he exercises every single day. He has a strict diet that he follows. Keto. But he also makes sure to balance things out and eat food he enjoys as well. This is the first part of the mantra. *2. Gratitude* Visualize and meditate on the idea that he might die today. Mostly just breathing in and out. Then pause. Life is amazing. *3. Long-term goals* Ambitions, big goals that he would like to achieve in the next 5 years. He does this out loud. *4. Short-term goals* By the end of 2020 I want to do X. These might be sometimes out of reach, but achievable. _If I really work my butt off, then this is really possible. Let's get to work._ *5. Visualize the day* He literally tries to visualize himself going through the day. Think about a game of Sims you are playing and moving your characters on fast-forward. Both the struggles and focusing on the timing and the beat of the day. *6. Core principles* - Compassion. Empathy. Love Character. Integrity. Strength. Both physical and mental. 5:22 - Deep Work Session 1 --- 4 hour session of deep work. No interruptions. If an idea tries to derail him, he fights it and leaves it aside for later processing. Ideas will always keep coming. Interruptions allowed: water, coffee, bathroom Tries to limit those as much as he can. Ideal: 1 He uses an autonomous standing desk. Sometimes he sits, sometimes he stands. Doesn't wear a suit at home. *SETUP* - 3 monitors - ergonomic keyboard from Kinesis - Emacs editor Drained but happy at the end of the session. 8:07 - Social media and guitar --- Posts podcast. Checks comments from the previous day. The whole experience should be under 10 minutes. 20 minutes guitar and piano session. Music in general. Every single day. 9:53 - Exercise --- 1-2 hours of suffering AKA exercise. Long run. Listens to brown noise while he runs. 2-3 miles into the run ---> switches to an audiobook Currently listening to a book called _Rise and Fall of the Third Reich_ If you do not study history, you are doomed to repeat it. *Current exercise routine* --- - runs a minimum of 6 miles every day - 3-4 miles in he decides how far he wants to go - he usually doesn't feel like running, but he does it anyway and he ends up feeling really good This takes about 1 hour. After that he does a session of body-weight exercises. Now he does the David Goggings inspired Nickel And Dime Workout. 5 pull-ups & 10 push-ups every minute Does 15-20 minutes of that. Hard on the mind, body, but good for the soul. He also does fasting. 14-16 hours. Loves to exercise while fasting. This is a personal preference. Everybody is different. Never forget that. 13:03 - Shower --- Cold shower for the first minute. Plays a 1-minute long song to support the grind. During the shower he thinks about what the next step he should focus on his second deep work session. 16:48 - Deep Work Session 2 --- Another 4-hour session where he continues a particular task, focused for 4 hours straight. Focus on being present. If things do not seem to work. Stay in there. It will come. Some minutes are rough, and the rest are full of bliss. 19:30 - Eating --- He usually eats 2 times per day. He does fasting 14-16 hours. He is currently on Keto diet. 'Suits' his current situation. He eats meat and vegetables. About 2 pounds of meat, 1800-2000 calories per meal. Grass Fed Ground Beef as an example. Cauliflower for veggies. Goes crazy with the carrots sometimes. Party vegetable. Electrolytes. Sodium pills. 1000 mg in pill form. Potassium pills. Magnesium glycinate. Fish oil. First 2 days of Keto brought him headaches. Listen to your body. This is not medical advice. 25:03 - Shallow Work Session --- 4-hour session of relaxed work. E-mail check 3 times per day tops. Video editing. Website design. Hang out with friends. Opens terminal. IF girlfriend THEN girlfriend time. No girlfriend yet. Where are you BTW? Throws in some documentaries, Netflix. He is human. Few distractions. Few breaks. A big fan of a random adventure. 28:21 - Reading --- 2+ hours of reading. 1 hour = scientific paper 1+ of literature (fiction/non-fiction) Every single day he reads at least 1 paper. He is currently reading GPT-3 related papers. He thinks deeply while reading. What are the deep questions to ask? 1+ of literature (fiction/non-fiction) - Right now he is reading the major novels of Dostoyevsky. Does this on the desk or on the bed. After the reading session he takes a pause and does the part of the mantra he did in the morning. ... _END_ Thank you for reading! *Please note that these are some quick notes I took out of Lex's video essay. You should watch the full video for additional golden nuggets and the extended version of each idea! Lex, if you are reading this, thank you for helping me upgrade my world views. I really appreciate what you do. You inspired me to take a more systemic approach while working on _my KZbin channel_ (Robert Blanc) and on my personal research as well. Link to my work: --- kzbin.info Currently trying to combine and produce more videos on mental models, productivity, less confusion and futuristic scenarios. Thank you and have a great day ahead! - Robert

[@marianadumitriu7216]

Thank you!!!

[@robertus55]

@@marianadumitriu7216 my pleasure!

[@ebyaug007]

Thank you

[@robertus55]

Eby Augustine glad I could help

[@struki84]

Nice! Tnx

[@lukaojala4384]

Is it only me or Lex is the most positive human being with such a serious face all the time. Love

[@rachf9695]

To cute when he cracks that slight smile! Man he’s a tough cookie!

[@dianedevery3711]

A smile from Lex is pure gold. So good to see the lighter side of this wonderful man.

[@CJ-uk1rt]

a true stoic

[@postbunnie]

@@paulbarclay4114 see he's making us question if there's a reverse Turing test that could convince a human got another human is, in fact, not a human but an artificial intelligence....

[@bezetuba]

eastern european genes

[@Kelless629]

Honestly this is SO inspiring. I’m really glad I came across this… I do not push myself hard enough. Time to Lex it up….

[@turbotoblast4]

Couldn't have said it better

[@raumerherr1057]

After 1 month: did you?

[@Kelless629]

@@raumerherr1057 yes! Actually… I have consistently implemented a few things into my life. I have woken up at 5:45 and set time aside to be still in prayer every morning instead of grabbing my phone and coffee and I have worked out every day at least 30 minutes, aside from a few days when I was sick. I’m still no where near Lex status.

[@raumerherr1057]

@@Kelless629 Great!

[@debbygerold7499]

Beautiful.. We need a sticker of Lex it up time.

[@craigcostlow6180]

Hey lex, don't know if you'll see this but thanks for this video and for all work you have done to provide us with great insightful podcasts to listen to and learn from. I have started to listen to you this year (early 2022) and you have made a positive impact in my life. I am also a inteovert and find social setting a bit scary but I am trying to be more social and am putting myself out there more. Thanks for this video and thanks for your work. Have a good one!

[@neurolance1]

It's really not an accurate assessment when people say Lex is "robotic". He's a very nuanced, thoughtful person. We should all have a friend like Lex.

[@nebulousisgod]

True, but he’s very controlled with his emotions. He’s a machine, in a way. And it’s admirable.

[@niranjanrajesh1058]

In this day and age being a machine is a compliment. Machines dont stress,they do all their work without a problem,theyre far smarter/do far more work than humans etc

[@mbrights3158]

​@@nebulousisgod I don't agree that Lex is "very controlled with his emotions" at least not in the way that you seem to be meaning... I think he shows emotion, vulnerability, and sensitivity, compassion, love, more than most any male I've seen (you don't necessarily have to shed tears to show emotion). And it's extremely courageous. His emotional intelligence appears to be off the charts. He really gets the humanity of people, he sees right into their heart, and shows that he deeply cares. Not only does he show the soft/vulnerable side of his nature...he does show anger too... but he is slow to anger (wisely, as one should be). For example, I could see that he was angry with Kanye toward the end of the recent interview...but he does so with "elegance" and still maintaining respect toward others. Again, you could see that as controlled, as I suppose most everyone is in the public eye-- but I don't see it in the way you seem to have meant... ~Peace and best regards....

[@Razenghan]

@@mbrights3158 You nailed it, he has an intense sense of both self-awareness and emotional intelligence. He expresses himself openly and honestly, but not necessarily through the wide verbal inflections we associate with "emotional" people. His tone is controlled, but the intent behind what he says is very nuanced, kind, and thoughtful.

[@audhumbla6927]

He is robotic tho. That doesnt mean complete robot, no emotion, nu humanness, ofcourse not, he seems like a nice guy. But voice, facial movements and way of speaking and thinkng DOES remind slightly of a robot its just true :'D robot-ic

[@hemiltonexperience977]

To all those who compare their unproductive daily lives to Lex's and feel like potatoes, do not forget: *Both* Lex's parents are world-class Lomonosov-trained physicists that raised him in an environment highly attuned to optimal intellectual achievement. So he really had the *best* advantages in both nature and nurture to become the intellectual productivity 'beast' that he is today. If you want to admire him for something, then admire him for his empathy, relatability, humbleness and likeability. That IMHO is his big achievement.

[@deepankarroy774]

Yes so true One takeaway is how humble this person is

[@Christoss007]

Σωστός!

[@markthompson3064]

I want to politely criticize the nature of this comment. This is not a good line of thinking at all, in my opinion. Making excuses (however legitimate they may be), is not a good justification for not reaching your own goals. The vast majority of us have the ability to achieve what Lex has achieved and we should not diminish what he has achieved because of his upbringing.

[@markthompson3064]

@@TheMightyMidget Good points. I may have initially misunderstood the intent of this comment.

[@chriskarapatakis6780]

While your comment does bring some context, i will provide my 2 cents for the ppl that may take this is an excuse to fall back on their attempts to be as productive. 1. David goggins bio 2. In a family of high performers their children may either be the same or the exact positive( twin’s studies) 3. Personal example, my father is a high performer, my mother is the exact opposite. I struggle and struggled to become as productive but i get closer and closer everyday. It fundamentally needs the correct mindsets and comprehension of what matters, what really makes us happy.

[@jm8186]

Thanks for sharing the insight into one of your routines; informative, inspirational, and helpful. Great reminder for us to dive back in and get back into a more disciplined mode.

[@tanuki88]

Best day in the life I've ever seen. Lex never ceases to impress me

[@DonaldFranciszekTusk]

Best day? Without family?

[@altorjoman-]

​@@Anti.Vegans He lied about having a massive podcast and phd in computer science as well

[@bryanenglish7841]

Lex: I'm single Also Lex: I live like a 16th-century science monk

[@ramirogallardo3844]

Jajajaja

[@mateuspereira3802]

The ideal lifestyle imo

[@connorbaird8596]

Literally just a medieval monk😂😂😂

[@chadcarson2731]

... eww dude

[@nomoregoodlife1255]

its good to be alive :)

[@donaldmacgregor7297]

Folks would be very surprised to learn how quickly our bodies and mind sync up to a routine like this. After one month, the body has a learned mind of it's own and the routine feels natural and effortless. He's living in a state of perpetual spiritual bliss, and he deserves it. Any person that is THIS commited to self improvement and discipline, for the sake of continuing to do the most good possible, deserves perpetual enlightenment.

[@maurokjr984]

@StankyT any update?

[@hater3669]

@StankyT talk to us

[@BenjaminDrinkwater]

@StankyT you there? What's the progress mate?

[@MeganBoschen]

It hasn’t been a year yet, jeez

[@nitin_puranik]

@StankyT Dropping a comment here so I get a notification when you come back with an update. I'm not holding my breath though, lol. I've lived long enough to know that spur-of-the-moment inspiration isn't sustainable.

[@ibbeand]

Lex, if you are reading this, thank you for the motivation. I just stumbled upon this video, glad I did. A lifesaver especially know when I needed it the most. I really appreciate what you do. Thank you!

[@cbeautifulworld11]

I've just recently discovered you and your channels. I am so grateful. This video helps me so much. I tend to float and you, by your example, give the inspiration which only a genuine catalyst for good can offer. Yours is exactly the message I need at this crucial time. Today is my birthday. This video has not appeared today by coincidence. It is an indescribable gift. Thank you for sharing your life.

[@Milark]

I feel accomplished when I get In 2 hours of what he calls “shallow work”. 1 year update, damn I totally didn’t notice this comment blowing up. I started a business and I’m doing quite well! My work ethic is still no where near Lex’s though 😅.

[@Kavriel]

Comparing is fine as long as you don't beat yourself up, but get inspired.

[@iorekby]

And you know what, if that's good for you then kudos. We all aren't built for going the one speed. For example, I'm an endomorph, and I keep active to and run 3 times a week, including a 10k run (6.2 miles in old money). I don't run at the pace Lex does though. I've tried it and I just get injured. I run it a little slower, but still get the miles done and I have no injuries. I'm not saying Lex can't inspire people or they can't take something away from this, but there's too much BS in the world today about people feeling inadequate and trying keep up with other people. One major life lesson I have learned: run your own race. Don't try and run someone else's race. Do it in your own time and you'll still get there.

[@shakh1407]

@@iorekby well said

[@VeniVizzleVici]

@@iorekby Sounds like Sam Hyde knowledge.

[@Milark]

@@catsaresocute650 we all go through life different ways friend. It’s no use comparing, you’re the only one who can judge you. I disagree wholeheartedly with a common feel good saying “you’re perfect just the way you are”. I think no one is, how boring would that be! The biggest help for me over the past few months has been, MOVE FIRST, THINK SECOND. Example: a thought pops into your head. “I should go to the gym”. Before you start thinking about wether or not you actually want to go to the gym, you start performing the nearest actionable step. In my case, writing down “look at gyms” on my phone. Example 2: you come home from a looooong day, you’re in bed already and suddenly think “oh shit I still have to brush my teeth”. Move your body first, then think. You can decide that you’re actually too tired and can bother missing a day, but only AFTER you’ve performed the smallest actionable step. Getting out of bed, or even sitting up straight in bed. Hope this helps! No one is perfect and no one has to be, this has helped em tremendously to get those nagging chores out of the way. The amount of time I usually spend THINKING about chores and other tedious tasks, far outweighs the amount of time the tasks actually take! Which is kind of crazy. But by MOVING FIRST, THINKING SECOND, you get over that initial hump. This is all just a game of recognizing your own unconscious habits and altering them if you want.

[@manuelhier5118]

"Just taking a break, taking a pause.... Breathing.... And just saying damn: Its good to be alive - Because I won't always be alive. The ride ends too quickly" ~ Lex Fridman

[@Ak-to2eq]

Your dedication to yourself, your passions and the appreciation you show for the gift of life and all it has to offer is simply unmatched by anyone I have ever read, heard of or spoken too! Your absolutely inspirational Lex. Words could never justify how grateful a lost soul is to you and your teachings ❤

[@aldog3292]

Your routine really wowed me. It amazes me how much discipline you attack each day with. Thank you for sharing this, it is very informative and inspiring to see how someone you look up to goes about their day. Your level of preparation and professionalism for each day is truly incredible. Keep up the great work Lex!!

[@PrOBOY251]

You are the only guy in the world that read that self help book and did everything it recommended.

[@amandacollyer645]

Jordan Peterson would wholly approve of this daily routine

[@balwc147]

😂😂😂

[@yoja5on]

His eight hours of 'deep work' is fascinating to me. I can hardly handle two hours in a day. Focus is a superpower.

[@jessicarehrig82]

It takes one hundred percent focus

[@emilfransson9764]

It is more like genetics and personality traits. This guy is probably very high in industriousness, on of the big five. It wasn't chosen, or worked for, it was given. Combine this with high IQ and you're good to go.

[@awoods23234]

@@emilfransson9764 Focus is a skill that must be cultivated. No personality is set in stone. Reading and meditation promote focus

[@cl1mbat1ze]

@@awoods23234 true, but 8 hours is not something everyone can achieve. Proclivities play a part.

[@LuckyPkerz]

@@cl1mbat1ze i actually think everyone can achieve it, it just takes a while to develop, like a muscle. So i mean, a person who doesn't have grit won't be able to achieve that, but that's just a matter of not wanting it enough imo haha

[@OBEDIAHMUZIC]

Really appreciate you lex. Your genuine love , effort, gratitude and ability to both see the importance of focus and dedication and the humour and softness of this beautiful world we live in is heartwarming. Any woman would be beyond lucky to share a life with you. So much love and light to you, I hope your days are filled with strength and love .

[@kimnilssonlange4493]

I love listening to your podcast. I have gone through a tough period, but listening to you, the guests, and your conversations are incredibly inspiring and have helped me keep on going. As you mentioned, I feel I have gotten to know you a bit which is pretty cool!

[@albertbuzek5007]

I've watched this video so many times... Every time I stray off the right path, I always know this video will give me the hope, the motivation, the drive to get back into the grind.

[@tintinb2667]

Me too

[@ShaunPrince]

I just read this after making a similar comment. I keep coming back to rewatch, as I tend to get lazy and stray of the path of being in control of my life.

[@adamrichard7311]

It’s fake tho

[@albertbuzek5007]

@@adamrichard7311 how

[@shivangraisurana9955]

This is exactly what my father wants me to do. And I’m spending 30 minutes watching someone spend time well

[@catsteinhilb2880]

🤣👏🏻

[@01rai01]

Anytime I have planned out a goals or there is a big amount of work coming up, I watch this video to get me dialed in, discipline and focused. Absolute invaluable video.

[@bobbyc7286]

Inspirational. Wish I had that kind of discipline. Being single with no kids is great Lex. I remember those days when I had the discipline to stick to routines similar to this. As a single father and a senior, it's not easy to maintain a strict schedule or even have the motivation. Your video has inspired me though to get back to the old (young) me. Thanks!

[@Metaroids]

I just read about Alderian psychology and from what i learned, I can say that you are using your kids (and probably wife too) as an excuse not to do the things you believe you should/want to be doing. Because being disciplined, being hard, its tough. And you'd rather say to yourself "I have my family so I dont have time to exercise or take that extra gig or study a new field Im interested in" instead of doing the hard work. Its not because of circumstance. Its because you just dont wamt to be better.

[@Dirtbag44Boyd]

12 hours of work, 2 hours of reading, 30 mins of food, 30 mins of Guitar and Social Media, 2 hours of exercise, 1 hour for mantra, shower. 18 hours of grind. That leaves 6 for sleep. Well oiled machine, Lex. Absolute legend. I will be like you. Coyle Boyd

[@zissou4978]

Good luck buddy :)

[@guymoreillon9807]

Thank you for doing the math, towards the end of the video I was doubting there were enough hours in the day to fit all of these activities. It doesn’t leave much room for family, friends, hobbies, video games and just plain _slacking_, because, yes, that’s a thing my brain needs from time to time.

[@ltu42]

@@guymoreillon9807 Or even listening the 2.5 hour podcasts!

[@noidea2655]

Also 6 hours of sleep is just not suficent... I dislike such daily routines big time because they are just not healthy -despite the fact one might think so due to the amount of training in it.

[@highdesertbiker]

excellent breakdown and good for you. I wanna be in a discipline like this

[@bezetuba]

damn, I am a software engineer and I understand the deep focus, the grind and how hard it can be to be in the zone. I do 2x4h sessions of programming and then I am done for the day. I allow myself to be lazy without any schedule, I might play piano, I might exercise, I might watch youtube for the rest of the day. This here is something different. The guy lives like a monk. The focus, the diet, the exercise. I might try to do more.

[@toninosparada917]

keep up the grind!

[@bobrericha]

just stay true to yourself ;)

[@soulslayer59]

Its the meticulousness ! ..its like u start loving the grind aka the pain

[@ellesar312]

the kids will slightly change your efficient day of life😂😂😂

[@Hazball]

I feel this, I'm quite under the impression that when anyone says "I might try to do more" it's really not likely to make changes. Habits are hard to destroy and form, to try implement discipline to get to this level there needs to be a strong desire, "might" or "I hope I can" or "maybe I'll" just isn't the self talk that's gonna getcha anywhere, shits not easy fr

[@Xestra37490]

You’re a joy to watch. Thank You 🙏🏼 for your hard work and sharing with us.

[@house88874]

Good rules ...I'll take it as an example I'm searching for a good way to move forward and I ended up here and I love it ,thank you lex!

[@SolvingTheMoneyProblem]

Well oiled machine.

[@Scorch428]

he also seems so burned out

[@nrejajarian8178]

@@Scorch428 all in the mind

[@mediokritet]

@@Scorch428 To me he seems very emotionally regulated with controlled energy. But I can see how it may seem like he's burnt out.

[@amineHighTube]

@@Scorch428 he talks this way, in a sleepy slow way lol

[@iorekby]

@@Scorch428 I mean, being tired towards the end of a day like this is probably what you'd want. Productive day mixed with doing fun stuff, but also ready for bed.

[@ConradB]

Me: I don't watch TV anymore Reality: Watches 8-10 hours of random KZbin videos all day

[@kayligo]

You learn so much on KZbin vs tv..or at least that’s how I justify it to myself lol

[@moirared04]

Haha I haven’t had a tv for years Now serious laptop addiction Eye strain and mental overload

[@strengthfrank2916]

I can relate.

[@yannieso4889]

Feel y’all so much seeing all these comments here

[@Mmmmkaaay]

Exactly

[@eugeniof8207]

I really needed this. Thank you, Lex! For sharing your day to day life. Helped me structure a couple things in my day to day routine! Thanks again, Lex. You’re an inspiration for all of us 🤝

[@pinhorlucas]

I love Lex, he looks like a very advanced hybrid AI-Human experiment that was exposed to the world and his podcast looks like a way to the AI improve itself with knowledge. The greatest quality about him that i don't see anybody metion is self-awareness, and i know for sure that his self-awareness is a huge source of suffering and growth at the same time.

[@jerryguerra6183]

Agreed

[@jerryguerra6183]

In the eyes

[@michellecd4722]

@Lucas Pinho Yes, it is, I'm the same way & it's also lonely because most people don't think like this. He's not only self-aware but culturally & historically aware which makes it all even more intense.

[@amyh7777]

❤️

[@JenniferMyers]

“But if I do have that opportunity, I need to be able to step up.” I loved when you spoke those words.

[@ritkyt1336]

8:07 best part of the video. His face after the 4h session says everything.

[@maryellenrayburn7819]

I laughed so hard! He looked burnt!

[@xxedelbrockxx]

lol

[@edmundkempersdartboard173]

😀 immediately picked up on the half closed, weary eyes.

[@claycoppinger2983]

Wrong. 6:35 is the best part

[@Choonzord]

I'm in a deep funk and you've lifted me out of it. I love the ETHIC and discipline you have. It reminds me of the words of Viktor Frankl about the idea of having a core, unassailable control of how you control your response. I've been in a weird place of resentfulness, jealousy, anxiety and I'm inspired by the fortitude you have. It suggests to me that if I live by my ethic/code, one that is properly defined to do the best you can for yourself and the world; I will have done my due and I should be cool with myself.

[@Lola__xoxo]

This was the best, “A day in the life,” I’ve ever seen. I am terrible at organising/time schedule so like yourself I have to have everything planed out daily, if I don’t then disaster will ensure. I really love your mind and compassion. You are so right with having something creative in your day and exercise too! This was really really good and has helped me to get my daily schedule even more better. Thank you so much for everything you share with us all.

[@cosmicrider5898]

Listens to bear mauling noises while running to get those ancestral genes going.

[@vitokonte]

Yeah that would probably accelerate epigenetic gene expression lol xD

[@vitokonte]

Wonder if someone did an actual experiment on that?

[@cosmicrider5898]

@@vitokonte i would but im not russian so my genes wouldnt know what to express besides fear..

[@chrisrosch4731]

did he saw he listens to brown noise? did not quite catch what he was saying

[@vitokonte]

@@chrisrosch4731 Yeah, that's what I've heard. Those frequencies you know: white noise, brown noise etc. I just listen to binaural beats

[@JamesArmstrong-mz4xr]

Mine is similar: wake up, eat, weed, warzone, sleep

[@movement2contact]

True, true. You don't do daily research about human sexual activities though..?

[@widewatching338]

Disgusting

[@justice4124]

I usually dont laugh at comments but this make me crack up for some reason

[@victorvegas777]

Amazing. How do you harness that level of discipline ?

[@MegaUtube99]

Wide Watching 33 relax

[@mjudithg.sv.1747]

Discipline, a vision, hard work and strong values. A hallmark for a great life. Lex, thank you for sharing this, it's most inspiring.

[@1233605]

I have been following you for a little over a year now and I just saw this video.I soooo appreciate you sharing your day. I enjoyed and learned from you so thank you so much Lex!!!

[@HamoonRandoms]

Very inspirational. I'll be doing 10% of this tomorrow and whining the whole way

[@SK-yn1fn]

I did the 6 to 8 hours sleep part

[@avanisamdariya]

@@SK-yn1fn me too! so essentially we are 1/3rd there already lmao /s

[@lovvyparhar393]

You just made me realize, how long a day is if I get out of my phone.

[@party_koala]

Hi! I was very inspired by your monologue about self-discipline, your profound reasoning. I am inspired by the way you can switch between different tasks: intellectual, physical and spiritual. It speaks volumes about you as a strong individual. Thank you for sharing your reasoning!

[@aroobaejaz9915]

Lex really cracked the cheat code to living life in its truest essence - with immense gratitude and hard work. A powerful reminder of experiencing the present with full intention and purpose.

[@thomasedward2231]

This is the wildest and best singles dating video I have ever seen

[@SarahG266]

Seriously 😂😍

[@rsouchereau]

Lex, I would love a video about systematically reading papers and how you go through them

[@shubhvachher4833]

CFBR!

[@jesseallan9006]

you're one of the best humans out there mate! thank you

[@manymore8728]

Just love your authenticity Lex. Such a beautiful soul. Thank you for sharing ❤

[@joshroman836]

Wait Lex doesn't wake up wearing a suit?

[@oscarcastro6858]

Hahaha

[@mobsnitchanonymous213]

No. Uncomfortable

[@K0uzan]

Willie Go-Kart’s Wow really? Who would’ve thought...

[@aniketmishra9265]

I was as surprised as you are.

[@joshroman836]

@@mobsnitchanonymous213 I think it would be less uncomfortable if he ate some party vegetables

[@Srinathrkz007]

His house and his clothes clean themselves after seeing how productive Lex is.

[@MarlyTati]

:DDD

[@TheBaam100]

Dear Lex, Thank you so much for making this video and your podcast in general! 🙏🙏🙏 I am just starting my career in academia. I would love to see and highly appreciate videos about your paper reading system and other tips concerning academia from you. Because honestly so few people teach about the "how-to" within that sphere and do it as entertaining as you do. Sending you lots of love from somewhere in the world and wishing you all the best!

[@jurteagat]

Yes, sure I also want to know about your paper reading system Lex!

[@BB-lp3ro]

Damn...its good to be alive, in a world with u... Love and compassion for u ...and hope u will very soon meet somebody whose whom u can share moments of joy every night....🙏🙏🥰

[@orrgo9860]

A philisopher, a scientist and a musician walk into a bar. Oh, hi Lex..

[@theresa_lili]

Did you hear the joke about the artist who had a crush on...oh never mind.

[@fedevaquie]

Horse walks into a bar

[@tboland728]

And black belt jiu jiteiro!

[@casler7095]

@@tboland728 jitsu* :)

[@GabrielFernandes-bc7se]

@@casler7095 "jiujiteiro" is the Portuguese slang referring to a "jiu-jitsu practitioner"

[@JonahSA]

lex, your childish excitement about everything in life is amazing. By being "childish" you are able to be excited by everything in life and motivated. Big inspiration!

[@codykenneth3167]

Child like?

[@sillysissyphus4877]

Alan Watts said that a buddha was a man with wisdom and experience who sees the world through child-like curiosity and enthusiasm.

[@chriswhite6864]

Thanks for this session Lex. Lots of interesting useful info - Splitting the day up into sessions is an idea I will use in future.

[@Sometimeslifeiscrazy]

He might be the humblest mort genuine person alive.

[@zainhottson7393]

This is legit looks like the typa routine a hitman would have.

[@chriscanal999]

hahahaha

[@Lars22]

Agent 47, was just my thought. The suit, the body shape, the dedication.

[@mattwooten7421]

Lex is only one dog away from becoming John Wick, the suit even matches lol

[@jaivan30]

Lex - my favorite episode of TV ever is International Assassin - season 2 of The Leftovers. Good suit. Highly recommend.

[@zainbhojani]

Deep Work (Hit?) vs Shallow Work (Clean?) 😳

[@wessmithp5560]

10 minutes later...I was so exhausted after watching this I decided to take the day off;)

[@ozzDeveveloperOpenForWork]

🤣🤣

[@maggie.liuzzi]

Hahahaha

[@evolucaoconstante3265]

LMFAO

[@aleksandarj.8369]

Hahsha

[@alncdr]

Lex is the epitome of "do the hard work even if you don't feel like it"

[@holilex]

You are such a humble man. A great man. I can't wait to see what you'll accomplish with this short life. God speed!

[@patrickjdarrow]

Lex's tombstone will say, "When I really wanna get crazy, I go with carrots"

[@coolstuffin5]

Carrots are my party vegetable. Almost spat out my water.

[@Ottee2]

Lex is a wild man.

[@TanyerLamb]

Here lies lex, he had carrots and went crazy.

[@dawnsellitti7968]

Very impressive Lex! 👍🏻

[@LisaMaeSV650S]

😝🐽🐧🐣

[@ckerart]

”In this politically divisive world, we have to pick our side, and my side is with cauliflower.” love it 😂 You are very inspirational!

[@bobfabian192]

ALMOST unsubscribed for that one.

[@fallingintofilm]

Alt maniac cunningham Bob’s just funnin’ I think

[@beaupiano]

Thank you so much for sharing this. I've been enjoying your podcast and ran across this video. It is so helpful and inspiring. Deep thanks for the work you do and your generosity to share it so lavishly with the world.

[@cngz34]

dude, you are a kind soul, and amazing hard worker. best wishes and love.

[@AshtonCoolman]

I finally got the sleep part down, I started exercising too in the evening so the diet part was the last and most important problem for me. I love to eat and it's been hard to discipline myself. I recently signed up for the Freshly pre-made meal plan to help me control that aspect. I'm an IT guy and sit in front of my computer for a living. I've been working from home and have had more time to focus on improving myself. I really appreciate this video, Lex. You're a really driven guy and an inspiration. Heck, you're like the civilian version of Jocko Willink.

[@philanthropicnightmare1206]

Him, Jocko, and Jordan P are the holy trinity of productivity.

[@sortof3337]

I don't eat enough. :(

[@wolvAUS]

@@sortof3337 fix it.

[@Ultamami]

Hah! Great Jocko parallel. They've definately been cut of similar cloth

[@pasit_strength]

The civilian version of Jocko part got me 😂

[@toxicmuffins78]

I never had a positive male role model in my life. I’m sure I speak for many. I look up to you. Keep it up man.

[@saksham9170]

Same! I won't say I can perform as well as him bit I have certainly improved my schedule. He is really inspiring

[@MichaelBarreto]

Thes two comments make a video like this so worth it. Amen.

[@wardog0327]

Same here brother.

[@jakobe234]

This video was so helpful to me to see your work flow and how you go about everyday, so much so that it really puts my own routine into perspective, giving me a fresh set of eyes. Definitely going to be making some changes in my routine for the better after watching this! This was great!!

[@simons1543]

Watched a lot of your podcasts Lex and now just played this (2 years late) and its really inspiring and exactly what I needed to hear so thank you for the guidance/inspiration x

[@haniyousfi4818]

When he said: "The day starts now, after about 6 to 8 hours asleep", I thought he said "after about 68 hours asleep". It was a big wow! 😂😂

[@waynecoulsonsounds]

You heard correctly. After a productive day Lex requires 68 hours to fully recharge.

[@isaacroberts9089]

big wow

[@kayligo]

@@waynecoulsonsounds his battery needs upgraded lol

[@DrDimk0o]

Lex Fridman: I work out, I'm hard working, I'm knowledgeable, I'm humble, I'm loving and IM SINGLE!!! As always an excellent video, Lex, you're inspiring all of us to be happier and be better. Would love a video on your system of reading papers.

[@Dianne21ftw]

Thank you so much for this video. I'm very thankful that you exist, you really inspired me to get a better grip of myself and get back to my grind. Thank you, thank you, thank you! ♥

[@technologyondemand4538]

Thank you Lex. I appreciate the things you share with the world. It really does make a difference. Love you man, keep at it

[@kron4g4r]

I only regret havent found this genius human earlier... you are awesome man

[@manikantansrinivasan5261]

He’s an ai

[@gracie99999]

I found out he’s russian so like him even more

[@radiowallofsound]

my day progress like the universe, with increasing entropy.

[@windingsarcasm9046]

Mine is like an isobaric process, no work is done

[@luciabotez3251]

hard work and love and compassion... i could live with that

[@Thealbertbp]

Truly one of the best videos of a hard worker and laser focus man!!! 🙌🙌 I have big respect for you man, thanks for the motivation.

[@owenasmr.m2743]

This is so much more motivating than any “motivation video,” because you’re just showing that you get a lot done in a way that seems accessible and you’re still happy and enjoying life

[@danielbrigham8391]

Lex: "The night is always full of possibilities. I'm a fan of a random adventure and being lost in it... As long as it falls into the time frame of my shallow work session."

[@mragunathan1627]

this guy cant be fucking human lol. He does 2 four hour sessions of coding/intellectual work in fasted state...

[@ccsconnor7705]

@@mragunathan1627 lemme tell you it's a lot easier fasted than not once your body gets used to it, I inadvertantly started fasting when I was prescribed Adderall then once I quit I realized that I kept the strange eating habits and my productivity is insane before dinner.

[@-Fank-]

Absolutely incredible video. Thank you.

[@kalmakoira1]

I love you Lex. You are really inspiring me to push harder and without a doubt many others. Keep on keeping on, you're a champ!

[@shanemcinally7092]

I'm so glad I found this guy, listening to him makes me realize the ideal I could never manifest as a young boy, even though I'm a 28 year old depressive, this man gives me great hope for finding the deepest meaning in my life. Thank you.

[@szebike]

"Depression" just means you take too much time for things with "bad vibes" [sad music,sad media,sad thoughts etc.] stop it and stop thinking about shitty stuff and how indequate you may or may not be just be and let go of those thoughts its ballast you don't need if you start that negative loop again be concious about it and stop yourself like you would stop a dog shittng on your carpet. About that meaning in life thing don't overthink that you are basically the universe observing yourself the small time you are alive is an interesting ride in a somehwat intelligent monkeybody enjoy and do something fun without getting obsessed.

[@szebike]

​@@Erockarmy There is always a root for negative thoughts and those roots are inside you. Taking substances to sooth them is like taking painkillers while you have a needle in your foot its improtant to think about yourself and about that root you are the master of your brain and thoughts and not your " inner demons". You should pull out that needle first and use substances to boost positive thoughts occasionally if you are stable enough [but I recommend only natural stuff like weed because artifical shit is usally too strong ]. I mean thats what "professionals" tell you anyway (before giving you artificial substances to make you addictet so he can make more money on you). I think as a first step one should avoid watching/playing/reading too much negative stuff without some nice stuff as balance (every time I watch something horrific on youtube I try to load a "try not to laugh video" or catvideo to mix up my mind a bit its a silly example maybe you can think of something mor elaborate ^^) but I usally avoid horrific stuff anyways there is no need to carrry the worlds heavy load on your shoulder. Nowdays all our media is full of negative stuff [horror games, horror movies, horror news is what sells best besides weird artificial sex] no wonder your mind gets flooded with it your output is your input+ your character. Talking with someone about your negative stuff usally helps a lot because by speaking it out sometimes things will loose its power (or you realize how silly it is ) though it is important to not to talk to weird people supporting negaive stuff or trying to manipulate you into doing it more. You can do your best to get rid of the roots of negative thoughts by just letting some things go which you can't change (like loosing beloved ones you can get into a negative thought spiral because its an "unsolvable" problem). And you should shit on th eopinion of othe rpeople [to a certain degree of course] and don'T take yourself too seriously it always helps. Actually every living thing including you is the universe observing itself from inside we should make the best of our limited time and try to enjoy the ride with each other. Edit: I forgot to mention that a workout helps you a lot too to get rid of negative things depending on yourfitness you can start from daily 5 minutes to more (though you shoudln't overdo it I don't agree with that perfectionsim in sports and I think Lex is overdoing it a bit too but if he is happy with it & his body can take it without longterm wearout its OK I think ]. And good natural food is imortant too for the mind like fruits instead of sweets is a great idea.Ok that should be most of the advice I can give you I was there where you were but you can get out of it because its all in your head and you can change it with some pracitce and time. One last and important advice do not compare yourself with others just with yourself and always try tog et better as your past slef day by day. Everyone has different background stories you simply can't compare one human to another [not even twins live the same life] and other peole in social media always look beautiful and happy its artificial and not true.

[@svetlanall9141]

Shane, the very fact that You are depressive is an almost guaranteed indication of Your amazing mental capacity. Both Lex and Vitalik Buterin of Etherium fame (I just listened to that Podcast before this one) are most likely the same type psychologically as You are. People who are not that concerned with day-to-day but wonder much more about the meaning of it all. I wish I could point You to the source of my insights - but it is all in Russian. The very basic ideas : this type of person was a night watchman of the tribe when humans were still in caves - so they developed certain habits and needs: they want quiet because their ears are extremely sensitive as their job was to listen to the night noises. So if they were yelled at as children or surrounded by noisy environments - it was extremely damaging to them. These people are night owls - so being forces into early rising ( for school or work ) is also very tough on them. They were all alone watching the night sky and stars : from this the keen interest in the meaning of it all and our place in the universe; also not really being a social butterfly. Today many are on the autistic spectrum. (continued)

[@svetlanall9141]

These are the future humans who are being raised by yesterday's parents/teachers who mostly have no understanding of what such children are and what they need. Hence the oh-so-convenient autistic spectrum. That was the bad news. Now - the good news. Without exception these are the brightest human beings we have and, when allowed to develop properly, they are the geniuses of tomorrow. Not saying I know anything about Your circumstances - but the very best thing You can do for Yourself is accept that Your personality is not exactly of this time and place and it is not at all any of Your "fault". Accept and love who you are - just as You are. And try Your best to find something creative to occupy Your mind - the more You utilize Your talents - the better You will feel. Does not matter if it is "productive" or "realistic" or approved of by anyone. You do You. Because it is Your life and Your mind and it is beautiful: capable of abstract thinking few others possess. Use it for the good of humanity and for Your own personal satisfaction. To me the meaning of life is to live life and see what adventures You can have and enjoy and learn from given all the talents and capacities gifted to You. Nobody's approval required. Sorry if my comments are not welcome - I am just so worried about all the wonderful bright boys and young men who are being mutilated by the current societal norms. And I am tired to watch so many of them giving up. Hugs.

[@akkurti9042]

@@svetlanall9141 I appreciated your comments. Thanks for posting :)

[@marzatomika]

Do a cooking show called lex Fried-man. Step 1: open container with green powder. Step 2: mix green powder with water.

[@autohmae]

Some other ideas: Lex Mex or Lex Tex

[@alikazerani]

Looks like Lex would have trouble with providing actual content for a cooking show. Ground beef + cauliflower isn't exactly a hoot to watch.

[@seczajkowski]

I would like to see an updated version to see if anything has been added in or has changed. But I appreciate you sharing this.

[@garfieldthedog2798]

Lex is the type of guy I really enjoy listening till the end no matter what he says, its just his manner of talking and storytelling is incredible. Moreover, I think Lex is the only guy on KZbin I feel impolite to just simply close his video

[@michaelfrances5325]

"Sometimes I do it on the desk, sometimes I do it on the bed" - Lex Fridman

[@jjhack3r]

Same

[@_lapys]

Got 'em

[@GRMREAP3R97]

Lol

[@rachelanne5060]

Lex, no matter who your guest is-I always think of you as the biggest draw. The way you are, is just so unique. Truly, you are the most fascinating of all. Thank you so much for sharing that you actually set aside time for deep thinking, and that you consider it very important. I had never heard such an idea. I’ve been walking this path for a half-century-and have had it hammered into me that my thinking is too deep and frequent. It would have never occurred to me to see it from that beautiful perspective. Thank you.

[@marcuss7413]

Super inspiring. Thanks for all your are doing Lex. The podcast is my favorite part of my day

[@michellecd4722]

Everything IS magical! I love how you think deeply. Your passion for life is a gift, thank you for sharing it.