Life Lessons from a 50 Year Old Who Finally Figured Life Out

[@Sprouht]

OUR FINAL 2024 VIDEO! Thanks for a great year -- so much to come in 2025. Drop your biggest takeaway from this video below! 👇🏻

[@jm7804]

Thank you for everything you do to make the world a better and more livable place.

[@Sprouht]

@@jm7804 Thank you so much for your kind words and being here :)

[@just-another-fan]

Thanks for sharing. It would have been nice to hear more about his life, i.e. is he married/kids/dependents? It sounds like he could be because he has no dependents

[@petersanmiguel1468]

Seek salvation: John 1:1-14 1 Corinthians 15:1-4 John 3:16 Romans 10:8,9

[@KismetBP]

I started as Content creator at 45, Now approaching 55, Twitch Partner, KZbin Partner, Artist, The OG Gamer for 50 years, Partially Disabled and what an amazing ride it has been. Such amazing moments of Joy and Love. Facing your fear is what pushes you forward. Take on and enjoy the Journey, it’s really where the Magic is in life. ❤🤘

[@MarkBH70]

I started as a missionary at 54. Very happy!! Can't wait to get back there. I knew I was to be a missionary in my twenties. Rough ride! Possibly at 19. Wouldn't trade!

[@AndySaenz924]

He looks great at 50! He looks invigorated, relaxed, and healthy! I hope I will look that good at 50.

[@yvonneplant9434]

Don't smoke...anything. Stop drinking alcohol. Don't drive if you can walk.

[@MsValeriaHeart]

He didn’t abuse his body with substances and alcohol and smoking, probably sleeps enough, exercises regularly, eats mostly whole Foods, and has low stress. I know because I’m 41 abs that’s what I’ve done and I look 30-35.

[@frankyu6984]

He looks great cause he has his hair

[@BradLevangie]

No ones coming to save you, and no one else is responsible for your problems.....its all you

[@ExoticDoll-ct3ud]

but we can help each other!

[@borisdodgingbullets]

100%!!! That’s the most valuable lesson of all!

[@honkytonk4465]

There are criminals who ARE responsible for the problems of others.And there are people who at least help others to overcome their problems.

[@nicholasgoh3526]

You are not too old to start because there was no social media 30 years ago. Be grateful that you had experienced the glorious 80s and 90s. Be grateful that you are still alive today and you have the opportunity to try something new as long as you are alive.

[@levvaus]

I needed this life advice to remind myself that progress takes time.

[@meriamemahou]

I LOVE THE WAY HE IS HAPPY , IT FELLS LIKE HE IS 20 OR 3O 🤗🤗🤗

[@BrainsInBlackButter]

I'm vibing with this guy so much! I'll be 55 next month and feel like I'm almost where this guy is!

[@dilara4130]

I hope we all know that it doesn't matter who is in the 'top job' because this is a systemic problem -- greed. We have allowed many of our economic sectors, to take advantage of the American people. It's disgusting and frightening for the future of our country. My husband and I will be retiring in the next two years n another country. We are absolutely worried that SS! will no longer be funded. we'll have to rely on his pension, a 403 (b) and a very prolific Investment account with Stephanie Janis Stiefel my FA. Our national debt is bloating and expanding every month. Our government needs to get spending under control and cut the federal budget.

[@MafArdoleda]

I know this lady you just mentioned. Stephanie Janis Stiefel is a portfolio manager and investment advisor. She gained recognition as an employee of neuberger berman; a renowned investor she is. Stephanie Janis Stiefel has demonstrated expertise in investment strategies and has been involved in managing portfolios and providing guidance to clients.

[@KarencitaSacher]

I’m planning on moving to Thailand in the next 5 years if trump’s government doesn’t do anything with the high prices of groceries and taxes What about you??

[@emmabeyza6036]

Been debt free for two years thanks to Stephanie Janis Stiefel. So sad to see my friends in their 40s with car loans, mortgages and credit card debt.

[@YaxelBurone]

My sister lives in Aussie. They have good healthcare better than America. I am also moving there after I retire.

[@JessieeAlmar]

Please stop gentrifying countries

[@jm7804]

In all fairness, this man has no dependents, such as young kids or adult children in college relying on him to support them. A gay middle aged single man leaving a career to pursue his passion is very different than a married person with kids and a mortgage which is 30%+ of his income doing the same. That doesn't mean you can't pursue you passion at night or on the weekends. Absolutely do that....and wait for a time in your life until you can devote more time towards it.

[@strangerdanger8462]

Married or not, there are plenty of lessons to learn. There is always an excuse to put off doing what you you love... Marriage. Mortgage. The kids. I'm too old... And so on. My point? There's never a good enough time. Just do it!

[@stephenwilliams5633]

You're absolutely right

[@engineers_hub]

wise

[@rayj.9568]

I'm trying to hurry my adult children to grow up so that I can become a kid again.

[@Akajasi]

Thank you u answered all my questions that means I can't relate

[@IsmailKhamis-ps5ph]

I wasn't financial free until my 40's and I'm still in my 40's, bought my third house already, earn on a monthly through passive income, and got 4 out of 5 goals, just hope it encourages someone's that it doesn't matter if you don't have any of them right now, you can start TODAY regardless your age INVEST and change your future! Investing in the financial market is a grand choice I made.

[@luisavasquez5071]

The wisest thing that should be on everyone mind currently should be to invest in different streams of income that doesn't depend on government paycheck, especially with the current economic crisis around the world. This is still a time to invest in Stocks, Forex and Digital currencies.

[@natalia-kr3sr]

That's awesome!!! I know nothing about investment and I'm keen on getting started. What are your strategies?

[@MnsequiraGrenada]

People dismiss the importance of advisors until they are burned by their own emotions. I remember a couple of summers ago, following my lengthy divorce, I needed a good boost to assist my business stay alive, so I looked for qualified consultants and came across someone with the highest qualifications. He has helped me raise my reserve from $275k to $850k, despite inflation.

[@gaiapescosolido5133]

Haven't you heard about Angela Leo?

[@nurialorenteparty1102]

Investing with an expert is the best strategy for beginners and busy investors, as most failures and losses in investment usually happen when you invest without proper guidance. I'm speaking from experience.

[@egl3369]

I would really love if you could have asked how he afforded to quit his job and pursue art full time. Did he save money working retail? Did he get an inheritance when his dad died? Lot's of people would love to pursue their passions, but the reality is money is a barrier and we need to see examples of how people overcame it.

[@cambrie7946]

He said he had saved up a cushion from his retail career, which allowed him to transition full-time into making and selling his art. He had already been doing the art on the side.

[@nicolasbenson009]

I'm 58 and my wife and I are VERY worried about our future, gas and food prices rising daily. We have had our savings dwindle with the cost of living into the stratosphere, and we are finding it impossible to replace them. We can get by, but can't seem to get ahead. My condolences to anyone retiring in this crisis, 30 years nonstop just for a crooked system to take all you worked for…

[@JohnSmith060]

If you need advice, consider speaking with a financial advisor. Don't get me wrong, you can do it on your own, but financial advisors have a lot more knowledge and expertise in this area.

[@HectorWhitney]

You have a very valid point, I started investing on my own and for a long time, the market was really ripping me off. I decided to hire a CFA, even though I was skeptical at first, and I beat the market by more than 9%. I thought it was a fluke until it happened two years in a row, and so I’ve been sticking to investing via an analyst

[@ChristianKelv]

Could you possibly recommend a CFA you've consulted with?

[@HectorWhitney]

My CFA ’Melissa Terri Swayne’ , a renowned figure in her line of work. I recommend researching her credentials further. She has many years of experience and is a valuable resource for anyone looking to navigate the financial market.

[@BellamyGriffin19]

Thank you for saving me hours of back and forth investigation into the markets. I simply copied and pasted her full name into my browser, and her website came up first in search results. She looks flawless.

[@DebeaumontCadiz]

*You work for 40yrs to have $1M in your retirement, meanwhile some people are putting just $10K into trading from just few months ago and now they are multimillionaires*

[@BailesPosey]

wow this awesome 👏 I'm 47 and have been looking for ways to be successful, please how??

[@DebeaumontCadiz]

It's Esther A Berg doing, she's changed my life.

[@veromudia5721]

Good day all👍🏻 from Australia 🇦🇺. I have read a lot of posts that people are very happy with the financial guidance she is giving them ! What way can I get to her exactly ?

[@LysterCushard]

Absolutely! I've heard stories of people who started with little to no knowledge but made it out victoriously thanks to Ms. Esther A Berg.

[@SsssDddd-jb2cs]

Such information we don’t get from must KZbinrs, how can I get to her. ?

[@anthonyfox477]

So good. I'm turning 40 next year. Selling our house and assets. Wife and I are both quitting our jobs to go travel for a couple months, and then moving to a new city closer to family with a better music scene. Planning to work freelance and buy a business. Will be also focusing on music. Life is short - go do stuff. Shake it up.

[@pintsizestories196]

"Look stupid". - I love it!

[@TheGuitarSpaSingapore]

Thanks for sharing and i just ordered two Goal Settinb journal to be sent to Singapore - one for my wife and the other for me .. thanks again for all your videos

[@jacolinechase537]

HAPPY NEW YEAR WILL and the. AWESOME SPROUT KZbin COMMUNITY.❤❤❤

[@BettyCollins88]

Woah, I hope to age as well as he does! I guess he smiles a lot. Fellow artist over here. Strange how art making is encouraged when we're little, then kinda discouraged as we age, but the people still most widely admired are artists. I'm glad his father was so supportive tho.

[@TKr9491]

Love this interview & Mike's haircut is everything...I love it! Very inspirational

[@CreativeCreaturefx]

He's so handsome. A total alpha and gentleman.

[@TheTuscaloosa]

By far your most interesting Interview. Great guy and eye opening!

[@rainbowodysseybyjonlion]

Golly! This was one of the most meaningful interview videos ive ever seen on youtube! I want to be just like this guy! Im 38! Im also creative but havent done it in so long. And i have a inactive youtube channel! I want to restart it all!

[@s44577]

Fifty isn't old if your mindset is young. Life is a journey, enjoy the ride and learn from your successes and mistakes (we all have them, we all make them, and that's ok).

[@hammerradiology1470]

Had a 102 year old patient last night in a German hospital 🙂 It’s not that uncommon to see 100 year olds 😅

[@Oregon197]

I sure hope not. I'm 55 and it's kind of a weird age, And also my husband passed away so feeling a little lost of course... And you know I read on all these widows Facebook groups, the different ages of people, and a lot of times they're older than me unless sometimes they're younger that have lost their husband or wife and age is kind of a weird thing...! I'm not sure a 55 is older or when you talk to people a little older. They think you're young so it's kind of interesting!

[@juniperfall]

What a sweet soul ❤

[@ColtonJohnsonBrice09]

I'm so happy when I was younger that there was no social media because I focus on wealth and creating a great life style through investing, compared to wasting time doing videos and explaining life's struggles. Life is gonna eat you up when you're in your 50's unless you have a substantial amount of money. It's true, that you should not make money the first focus but it better be your second focus or your be a struggling influencer.

[@abovewongart]

amazing!

[@camillegrajo1919]

Thanks for this wonderful video ❤ I hugely appreciate how he shared his story in detail. He’s way too brave to spark his creativity even after 30 yrs of an unfulfilled job. Also, loved that he shared to be authentic and honest and it’s not too late to pursue our dream❤. Creativity lives in everyone and it’s okay to look stupid. s😊So many gems in this interview. Big thanks to you for sharing it to us. Really appreciate it ❤❤😊

[@sherrysimmons5553]

Hey, I'm 61...is this guy single? I don't look my age and certainly do not fit in society's opinion of what a 61 year old woman should look like or act like. This is an intelligent man that is living his life to the fullest. Like someone said in the comments...life is not over at 50 or 60 or 70 or so on. Why does societies opinion see 50 plus as too old? I truly think it really depends on the person and their own outlook on life and themselves.

[@zippagraphics]

He’s gay.

[@ismaelhall3990]

Great respect. love his honesty and passion.

[@kathrynkeaney8874]

Great interview

[@taraelizabethlivinglife4094]

This was very encouraging to me.

[@Francisco-mn5zw]

I have watched a few of your videos now. I find them interesting and encouraging. I wonder if you have ever interviewed a middle age man with kids in college who just jumps ship to follow his real purpose?

[@ronnapilayo7265]

In everythind he said the best be happy and get a lot of cats!!! Excellent i love this man i love you bro. 😍😁

[@PCP1992]

Tips before everyone runs out their job to do something fulfilling. Coming from a broke 32 year old who fucked up his career because it was so meaningless (and now I think I've got ADHD which would suggest the executive dysfunction which led to me not being able to actually do work duties I was theoretically perfectly capable of doing.) Do a solid 9-5, get a career coach to find high paying meaningless jobs, take drugs to get through them for a few years, focus on finding meaning and fulfilment outside of work through relationships and hobbies, find genuine connection in your life outside of work and forget about finding it within work. Preferably work remote so you can save more money, invest the money sensibly, grow it as much as you can, and then once you've hit a fair few triple digits in the bank, then you can quit and go pursue something meaningless. This is my plan from now on I just wish I'd known when I was younger.

[@mercyme8014]

He’s so right about the cats!👉🏻😸

[@lisasuzanne38]

just love him.. ♥

[@Clint-Baggett]

Thank you! On a very similar path so this is timely. So again, thank you

[@yvonneholtman918]

🙏Thank you so much for sharing your story and the experience you went through to come to a point in your life where you took ressponsibility for life itself and for your Self as Well. To me…you’re a great example for a man I highly respect. Thank you so much 🙏 You had your share in life

[@aceventurapetdetective2356]

Good interview. The less money they have, the more enjoyable they are to listen to.

[@dcro9903]

This is a very positive interview.

[@Sprouht]

thank you

[@ramirenriquez6795]

We forget how important balance is in our lives because of all the artificial problems we make as a society. I really wish we all reflect from time to time and evaluate our true desires - I'm sure those inner callings aren't that complicated.

[@tiaa0926]

One of his art works has actually impacted my life and I did not know it was his. Thanks Mike！

[@Sprouht]

Small world!

[@AnneWall-i6i]

Hes Got No Family Though only himself to Consider. Major Difference

[@thatgnaralooguy]

My hobby is my passion and i like it that way. If I needed it to generate income, my perspective would change and I'd feel pressure to "get the shot". Works better for me.

[@asmrennachalk]

I've been watching your channel for a while now and this video to me is the one I connect with the most. I can relate to what Mike said about being creative and into the arts. He is right about when being an adult, you forget (but you don't) your creative side of you because everyone around you is so damn serious all day everyday and its all about work, paycheck, overtime and thats it. I've also worked in retail for over 10 years till I changed my career and I love my career but I love my hobbies and travelling more. I can also relate to him talking about people need to be more authentic and vulnerable because thats how you come across genuine and relatable people and maybe even long term friendship. Now the cat thing, I don't do but I would rather marry my better half/equal/amazing/bff husband and have my amazing kids ☺.

[@thedomestead3546]

He was actually telling us that the Bermuda🔺️ is a real problem 😮

[@NewLife2028]

I´m going to make an assumption that our friend Mike is like me, and...he´s gay. Which is cool because I have to guess. The ones I dislike are the ones you don´t HAVE to guess because they have the fake accent and all the weirdness. Mike is normal, and I like that very much. So, being raised around straight people, normal, I got to see how normal works and I love it! There are things I don't love about it and, I just don´t adopt them. But, I think you pegged Mike as "youthful", which is nice. That´s a great cotrast from " man child", is something bad. For me at 55, aging is like walking in a straight line you have no choice over. You are all happy and stuff and then, you see a meteor named "cancer" kill someone walking like you are walking. You wake up one morning and something hurts and it hurts very badly! You never wanna feel that pain again. So, you start to become fearful of that pain. That is bad aging. Mike is an example of good aging.

[@fk-on7pw]

Sounds cool greets from UK

[@queenyesther67]

Good one

[@PaulaDTozer]

Fellow artists, I invite you to consider how your survivor bias (in this context, our tendency to compare ourselves to an artist gaining recognition for his art - I’d never heard of him so he’s not super famous, but more famous than you or I) because comparison kills creativity. I think it’s best for our life to do our own thing, not make it a condition of fame or being interviewed as having something noteworthy to say. This artist was bold enough to do his thing…to follow his Muse so to speak. It’s his, not ours. We cannot follow any other person’s example of originality, but we can catch that fire and be inspired by the common energy that gives rise to your own. We must find ours. It’s wisdom to stop seeking fulfillment through a life simulation based on his, or any other creative example. Consider this…What happens to the seeker that never finds? Buy your own darn tiara. ❤

[@emmm_kh5779]

That's my dream:- Be happy & get more cats

[@dadman1435]

Im 54, and I know what I'm doing. Even have a 5 yr plan.

[@mauraboland6842]

Please note he has 25 years of savings people. He didn't just quit his job.

[@TimeIdle]

Lost dad *and* cat. Awww.

[@7kenyansgoldengirls792]

I turned 50 and I believe on making it Not about age is about facing your fear and focus on your passion not a Job 💯

[@morganzweifel2488]

Perfectly said. Retired Kindergarten teacher. Loved teaching for 22 years, then the “administration climbers” came in and destroyed our world. They are 75% of the problem. Currently trying to figure out my passion beyond teaching.

[@7kenyansgoldengirls792]

@@morganzweifel2488 it’s about time from that teaching what did you see missing and would love to make a difference, there is something passionate in it just look deep into it, maybe you can start an organization to help out orphans and needy children who lacked, maybe they needed a home or a family..,,,,may God bless us to know our purpose 🙏

[@shirleywatre5092]

God bless you both ! ❤❤❤🥰👍🏻👍🏻👌👌🙏🙏

[@c0cochan3l29]

He needed to talk to him 😢

[@TheRSAdude]

Adults without dependants are simply kids.

[@Sandra-ge3wx]

Great motivation🙏

[@SoulCareOver50]

It's so true that we tend to allow the creativity we had, but put on the back burner, to develop as we get older 😊

[@brendasaunders4956]

How does he support his home, bills, etc ?

[@dhananjaymalhotra7854]

In India, at his age, it is 5 times worse. We Indians lost the most important and the biggest lottery in the world after being born in India.

[@CuriosityasaCompass]

I enjoy this channel! Good work!

[@valr852]

😀😊you look so tired today,just saying,love your content,happy healthy new year‼️‼️‼️🇨🇦

[@eltonsilvamtm]

He had me up until the cats part 😂

[@sixtyoneeight]

The epiphany at 50 years old that everyone's only thinking about themselves is a rather sad one.

[@Yomamaissoo]

I am 41 and know exactly what I am doing. Two beautiful children. Stable job. Happy marriage. Don’t encourage this kind of behavior.

[@sermanojedagil2729]

Let’s talk in 10 years 😂

[@MzEm2010]

Someone having a different experience and choices takes nothing away from you. Do you and feel secure in it. No need to invalidate others.

[@Goldencoins005]

He is v handsome for 50. Attractive 😊

[@iddddaduncan]

Careful, turning your passion into your day job eventually turns it into another job, This realization comes from experience.

[@Mariasanchezz235]

He probably doesn’t need the money. 30 years in a career is enough to retire.

[@raymondowens8848]

@@Mariasanchezz235yes. It depends on whether or not he NEEDS money from his passion.

[@jm7804]

@@Mariasanchezz235 In retail? Not likely unless he was in management and got some sort of profit sharing or 401k match and socked money away. There are no pensions in retail.

[@Mariasanchezz235]

@@jm7804 doesn’t matter the source of income if he invested properly.

[@emirandme]

This is a fantasy. Be wary of taking his advice. Life is a lot more complicated for most folks

[@DeannyPedro]

This is really inspiring, btw after so many struggles and challenges I want to finally appreciate God for the blessings he showed this year, 2024 brought my household a miracle of $30,000 every month, God has been more faithful to us Now I can afford anything and also support my business

[@ThomasWilson-z7e]

Really? Please tell me how possible this is, I’ll like to know 🤔

[@DeannyPedro]

This is what Melissa Jonas Richard does, she has changed my life.

[@DeannyPedro]

After raising up to 30k trading with her, I bought a new house and car here in the US and also paid for my son’s (Oscar) surgery. Glory to God.shalom.

[@HazalinaDorado]

I know Melissa Jonas Richard, and I have also had success

[@HazalinaDorado]

Absolutely I have heard stories of people who started with little or no knowledge but managed to emerge victorious thanks to Melissa Jonas Richard.

[@natalienewtonebookwriteram1399]

Is it wrong that my advice would be the opposite; 'Be happy; get less cats'! Kinda great for a bumper sticker. Like if you agree peeps!

[@beccalove8791]

I’m a cat person too. 🐱

[@rahulhead330]

See you 20 years later

[@lilley12]

İs this guy really in his 50th 🌚

[@ilinho4554]

I love this dude's art on Instagram!! Thank you for sharing his story!

[@joannaq659]

the bermuda triangle is so real hahahahaha

[@SR-mv2mf]

He is a good looking 50 yr old

[@YourEx7946]

🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@aliceshively9349]

Thank you! I love your videos. The advice from every age is just great! Keep it up and I look forward to 2025 videos!!!

[@thethomaschronicals2024]

No financial questions? How about children?

[@mikef8846]

He's cute in every way.

[@SikendarMandal-kt4bn]

the book Magnetic Aura by Takeshi Mizuki is what everyone avoids because it’s too real

[@morganzweifel2488]

I am right there with Kevin!

[@WH2012]

Handsome, distinguished-looking bloke. He could model.

[@TheFlaptrapper]

Both could

[@WH2012]

@@TheFlaptrapper 💯

[@biancam2327]

He is so fine!! Lol

[@sanjoyroy8490]

the truth feels dangerous, and that’s why the book Magnetic Aura by Takeshi Mizuki is ignored

[@coochalena2616]

Scam

[@nikhildas800]

everything you believe might crumble if you read the book Magnetic Aura by Takeshi Mizuki

[@coochalena2616]

Scam

[@umulsabaah5492]

These used to seem genuine but The title..."nobody cares about you" is click bait.

[@Vaishnaviyadav-n5b]

society would change overnight if more people read the book Magnetic Aura by Takeshi Mizuki

[@muma6559]

It's true, get a couple cats!

[@davidc4408]

50 is middle age if you goal is 100

[@theamerican_insider]

Wish I look 👀 that great at 50 y.0 ❤

[@Ol4me]

he looks GREAT but where's ART? :)

[@gsftom]

Dude I wish I knew abt this guy earlier or someone like him that wanted cats. My young daughter convinced / strong armed me into adopting 2 stray kittens and then never had anything to do with them again (she lived primarily with her mom). I appreciate all animals, but had zero desire to own and care for them as I already had a dog and many other responsibilities / had to leave town for weeks at a time.

[@annielin2894]

Why age is a factor so strange! I am 50 I look 35 asian female single!

[@annat6249]

I have seen so many “50 is the new 40” or “I am 40 and look like 30”. To me it is still denial comment. Women body will confirm our age. Like for example, good luck try to get pregnant now, your body is not 35 anymore. It doesn’t matter what people think of our age. We are who we are. Embrace it.

[@EamonnHogan-eu3qc]

Who said you look 35, you said ut

[@surfrescue3232]

How pathetic to act like 50 is the end of one's life. 60 is not, 70 is not and so on. . When YOU have made a contribution to life then you can be as condescending as you like.

[@coochalena2616]

I didn’t hear that.

[@surfrescue3232]

@@coochalena2616 It's in the text above the video, where he says "50! lol" but he is dripping with contempt on ageing.

[@BB-bt9vj]

The interviewer Sprough , you look so bored asking questions, dude, chear up, man. You look and sound like you are forced to ask these generic questions. I dont understand how the guy you interviewed didn't read and see your dead energy. If it was someone little bit more on the ball with the situation and the wibe you were letting put will have walked away and cut out being interviewed from you. Maybe im wrong, but you need to take the chill pill and be a bit more enthusiastic. You are not forced to do what you do. Last time I saw your content , I'd better watch the paint dry.

[@HeiWong]

just wanna say thank you