The real truth about chasing your dreams.

[@MikeyAtalla]

There’s nothing more satisfying than getting one step closer to achieving your dream

[@IshaSharma11]

Beautiful ❤

[@Ritayo-checkmyvideo-ph5dr]

👌🤟

[@321tms2]

How you know it is not jus another wish and how do you know it is worth use your limmited time on this earth on some dream? You guys have dreams?

[@gokuldas027]

@@321tms2 you know when you just can't ignore it..

[@Infinite_exhilaration]

I don’t know, a cup of coffee is pretty satisfying ☕️

[@FinancialShinanigan]

At the same time, don't be afraid to quit. If a dream doesn't work out, there's always another dream waiting to be discovered

[@AdoDzeko10]

100% agree

[@stevensalazar9746]

sometimes you don't have to quit on your dream at all but just take a different approach on how to reach it 👍🏽

[@LauraRodriguez-kv9np]

Truth. Your time is valuable and sometimes it doesn't take long to realize you don't want what you thought you wanted, or that the reality of the path to your "dream" is not fulfilling you. As long as you keep trying and are willing to apply yourself when you find the next thing :)

[@mattdavella]

Yes! I think you should give it a fair shot, experiment a bunch along the way, and quit when you're sure that you don't enjoy it anymore. You've gotta know the difference between a bad day and a dream that's reach the end of its road.

[@thelookingcat]

@I WANT ŞĘX !!! SEE MY VÌDEÓ wot

[@rileyhef]

The recent shift in Matt's narrative/cinematic style feels so much more genuine now! I dig it and am inspired by it.

[@mattdavella]

Thanks, Riley :)

[@jmlepunk]

Living in Australia probably had an impact on his American mindset. Aussies are the most down to earth people

[@DoItOnaDime]

THIS is the under-told story! 👏🙌. Most features you see like this are so reflective (back before I “made it”) and this one is so honest and present.

[@sophiegeale7006]

Oh my gosh, hi Kathryn!!!! Two of my favourite KZbinrs in the same place! Wow!!

[@iamdavidwparker]

Indeed! Nice work Matt. I'd love to be "making it" with my YT channel (teaching people to code), but the truth is, it takes a long time, and it's hard work. I'm so glad to see content like this and other big YTers showing that it takes time/grit, and it's okay to work (a job) too.

[@kellyyurica8223]

Yes love both these youtubers!

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

You hit the nail on the head! Great comment. - Josh & Kalie

[@Einfachsoo]

Agree 100%!!

[@ElusiveFrame]

"What do you gain from quitting? Nothing." I'll embrace that quote.

[@rauha38]

Well, actually, you gain free time and energy for something that might work better for you. Sometimes something that you were really passionate about just becomes a chore that you don't enjoy anymore and brings no value to your life and at that point there is a lot to gain from quitting.

[@ElusiveFrame]

@@rauha38 I totally agree. I'm referring to the sentence through hurdles you encounter throughout your journey when things get rough. When it's not fun anymore, you could look for the next challenge. 👍

[@YourEverydayDeveloper]

Also not quitting might be expensive in terms of opportunity costs. I think you should know when quitting is ok and not stubbornly trying to sugarcoating your miserable doing + perspective

[@indiemingling]

I really like this aspect of minimalism - being content with where you're at. Materialism can easily overshadow your dreams, making you think you need to go big or go home. While there's value in having a larger impact, you can be content with your impact at any level. Think about that small band you like or that stellar local restaurant - both aren't huge, but you get a ton of value from them.

[@IshaSharma11]

True✔

[@dii-N-sd]

Well said!

[@Ritayo-checkmyvideo-ph5dr]

🙏🙏

[@thatguynar]

I can actually relate to this. If you told me 5 years ago that I was gonna be a software engineer, I'd probably laugh my ass off. I didn't have a degree in computer science but I've always wanted to get a job related to computers. 3 years ago I started studying by myself, it was tough since everything was so foreign to me. But fast forward to now, I am now working as an engineer in one of the biggest tech companies in our country. Am I the best guy in the company? Hell no, but what's important for me is that I finally made it where I've always wanted to be, and that for me is already a huge win.

[@fireystella]

Congrats, aiming to do similarly 🥳

[@thatguynar]

@@fireystella thanks! It's definitely achievable, through hard work and dedication. The journey is definitely rough and expect a lot of failures and rejections but it's well worth it in the end. Good luck! 😁

[@sherryjackson8474]

@Nar at Google

[@williamhughes633]

The app Mimo is very helpful. It’s like the less psychotic version of Duolingo...

[@paulinek6811]

I have a similar story, I sucked at programming when I was in high school now I am a software developer and actually doing a damn good job I think! I think it is the only job that allows me to live how I want to, work remotely from different places in the world, grow everyday and be paid really well for that.

[@LanaBlakely]

This was so good! Great conversation.

[@zeroamity4788]

You are so awesome!

[@elhaimarleila6413]

U're amazing

[@andrewschroeder5485]

Haha my favorite youtubers watch each other, love this

[@michumaukiss]

✨🤩

[@hanntongfong1226]

My favorite Creator😻

[@dinoanastasopoulos8511]

Beeple made an artwork every day for 14 years and just sold an NFT for $69 million. Some people are calling it an "overnight success", but in reality, it was years of hustling.

[@hanmetalworks]

that's sick! i've been following him on IG for a long time now and i didn't know that. good for him, he deserves it!

[@katymcdonald5481]

So true you see this in the music industry where someone has been gigging for years as an unknown and they release a single that just go’s off and it seems like they came out of nowhere.

[@jadenyuki5647]

« I thought all you had to do was get a record deal and yo things start moving But that's not the case because most of the times the artists you hear You keep on thinking that artist is new but that artist has probably been at it for years » - NF

[@TariqueAli]

did not know about the 14 years part, that's mad!

[@JakeRichandAnnaChah]

Falling in the love with the process, especially as a creative can be such a better narrative than hero-ing success. Start, try, fail, learn, (insert timeframe) and that's all there really is :) Great video

[@imakeuflylol6214]

o7

[@disciplinado2190]

Save the Uygur people. Byctt China! who is kllng them. Byctt France who banned religious freedom.

[@JasmineAshley]

I like that they say it how it is. 90% of us wont be the best. To do something to gain insight, learning and to do something you enjoy is fine.

[@FurtherYourLifestyle]

Well said Jasmine! :)

[@RockDavid]

Honestly i think that was HORRIBLE advise,if we go in thinking we are that 90% that will not make it wouldn't that just turn out that most just fail..so why try? Anything i do i go in as the top 1% mind set that its all or nothing as O-town said. I like Elon's idea on this he said at an OIL meet up long ago "If you are going to create a business or idea, make sure at min. it is 100% better than the current best idea or product, and no matter if your bed is a floor or a mattress keep the mind set your GOING to make it and don't slow down" I have read a few books on the mind set as well, Neuro programming type of books that have proven if you go into something already mentally feeling you have been successful and made it, you have ideally already laid the foundation of success and now its no longer "IF" but its "WHEN". Ether way, anyone going in thinking they are 90% not going to make, save your money and time your going to fail because you started off not even believing in yourself. If you can't believe in you, who can?

[@FurtherYourLifestyle]

​@@RockDavid i think it also comes down to the definition of "make it". Success should be defined by yourself. What makes one person happy, wont be the same for another and also how they see, feel and be successful will also differ. I agree with you David and your points make sense. I think the 90% comes with some context with it. As to your point "why try" - well a lot of people do and are successful and will make it - where many do not! And this can be due to not willing to go the lengths of grind & persistence to keep on keeping on, (pivoting, adapting, sticking to the process, understanding you why or even understanding your end game) and others don't make it on the basis of what someone else has defined as successful.

[@battlewithintraining]

​@@RockDavid I don't think that's the advice they are giving. I think what they are meaning is that if you commit to something and chase a dream. You need to be okay with things not working out, but they don't say that you should strive to be "average" they are saying if you commit to something and put in obsessive work things still might not work out how you want and that's okay. The people he showed as an example were two people who dedicated 3 years to their podcast with daily hardworking and chasing to make it to the top of the business and things just simply didn't work out. They never planned to just be average. Hope this helped.

[@HKKetoRecipes]

So been a musician for 20 years now. This channel pays the bills. I do music on the side. The truth is it's not just the long term. Sometimes you just are an average joe. Like I can admit I am an average musicians so despite 20 years I'm not as big and popular as the biggest death metal band there is. So got to realize that talent is also a large component of the equation.

[@deepikakhude4863]

I love your keto recipes! And your music!

[@anirudhbhat7350]

I love undying inc

[@adhithyaravindra7580]

That broccoli cheese soup has become my comfort food in the pandemic. Thanks brother❤️

[@halcyon_echo42]

Luck comes into play as well yeah

[@vickienantakiika7394]

Wow

[@WorldWideWub]

"If we were going to be doing this for money, we wouldn't be doing it today" Brilliant mindset 👍

[@mynameisandong]

This was great! Matt is the absolute MASTER of making docs about 2 dudes chasing their dreams!

[@rauha38]

Whoah! Unexpected crossover! Hi, Andong!

[@vinodsamala8592]

Hi andong🙌

[@disciplinado2190]

Save the Uygur people. Byctt China! who is kllng them. Byctt France who banned religious freedom.

[@topolo19]

Every generation x/z person should see this video. This expectations of egocentric greateness in our mind created by I dont know who or what has to stop

[@rosegoldmermaid]

We overwhelm ourselves with to big expectations that we place on ourselves

[@moderndilettante6896]

Mainly the addition of social media and marketing having such a powerful grasp over our perception of life. I deleted all social media with the exception of Instagram whose app I check once a week, Linked in for professional stuff and youtube for just relaxing and content that I love and my mental has gone up incredibly. My projects are now growing tenfold and my satisfaction/happiness have made me happier aswell. Now that I am not comparing myself to marketed images of success I feel so relieved and happy, social media is a powerful tool but a powerful drug aswell.

[@topolo19]

@@moderndilettante6896 I uninstall instagram and im happier. But then i miss a lot of content friends share to me, and download it again. Its a love hate situation

[@AshutoshYadav-ty1fb]

This just assured me that I'm sane, I'm not crazy when l feel like leaving a hefty paycheck behind and moving towards doing something that I actually enjoy! Thanks!!

[@some.metime8344]

All the best man! Hope you do well..whatever you wish to..

[@ritusingh3832]

Good luck with that !

[@SamMartinPeakPerformance]

Go get it man

[@rameshrnayak]

Ashu... Agar acchi khaasi backup hai toh theek hai....warna kharche kam karna par choddna nahin 🤣🤣 All the best bhai.

[@arnabprophet]

I'm kind of doing the same thing right now.

[@djknight00]

"We are now defining what success should be, based on outliers" Damn!!

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

That hit us too, bro. Wow 🤩 - Josh & Kalie

[@PeterPaulMasigan]

Wow. This is actually more inspiring then if they were to actually “blow up”. Moral of the story. We all can’t be like Matt Davella, but we shouldn’t stop trying to do our own thing.

[@shreyaambade6688]

To everyone out there; whether you’re running towards your dreams or simply just mentally resetting, I hope you are well and just know that everything will work out the way it’s supposed to; it’s a part of this beautiful journey✨❤️

[@mariarashid8215]

''you can start small, you can start simple, idc how perfect you think it might be, i just care that you start pushing things out in the world that you care about"' needed to hear this today . Thankyou Matt

[@uptin]

Big difference between Americans and Australians. You'll never hear an American say "It's okay to not be the best in the world." Aussies are much more chill. There are pros/cons to each mentality. Americans are more ambitious on average, but that can cause feelings of constant insufficiency.

[@yellowrosek2146]

It’s all about the work/life balance!

[@jmsl910]

is that anecdotal? or is there research that backs that impression up?

[@jrock5830]

We do have an self-alleged cultural theme we label “tall poppy syndrome”. In the context of success, Uber success or plain good fortune, it just means the idea that if you get big enough here, then somehow you “deserve” to be “cut to size” - that’s the negative version. The positive is that self-aggrandisement is quite often looked down upon i.e. “I’m going to be the best the world!!!” (mind you, we DO love it when Australians win world champions/Oscar). Like it’s okay to think it, and work toward it, but NEVER to say it out loud. Maybe that’s what the comment at the top of this thread is getting to. But people are people. A lot of the supposed differences like above are not contradicting cultural behaviours. IMO, they mostly flow from different linguistic styles ie. The Australian accent “sounds chilled”, like the German accent “sounds harsh” (even when telling a joke). I don’t think there is any REAL difference relating US to Oz, impacting local individuals attitudes about working hard, obsession, perfectionism, education, talent and/or luck and the weird combinations of that which creates the MJs verses all the suburban basketball teams, described in this pretty funny analogy...

[@AuthenTech]

'Redefining success based upon the outliers'... SO GOOD 👏

[@disciplinado2190]

Save the Uygur people. Byctt China! who is kllng them. Byctt France who banned religious freedom.

[@realkamalsharif]

Define your own success and don't look around to see other definitions.

[@NenaLavonne]

Yes!

[@LEELIA.]

I love how transparent this is and even after 3 years they are not where they had hoped to be, they are still happy and positive!!! Life lesson !!!!

[@carlinroche]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂”Hopefully he’s paying for lunch” “Na he’s a tight-arse, he’s a minimalist” gold, lads!

[@TheHomi]

It’s almost been a year since I started my hobby and this motivates me to continue and strive. Thank you. Keep grinding y’all!

[@SeanLei]

This was hilarious and inspirational! Started making KZbin videos and hitting my 3 year mark soon. I haven’t grown at the rate I’ve wanted, but have enjoyed the process and have no regrets!

[@BeastPoint1]

These guys are so honest, but still so humble. It’s proof that the joy isn’t in the achievement but the learning and the journey

[@ahmadesssam]

3 Years Rule : We are gonna be dedicated to the process for 3 Years and see how much money and success we will have and then will decide to continue or not based on that * 3 Years later : Fuck Money and Success, We fell in love with the process and will continue to do what we do whatever happens.

[@godwin_njoroge]

This one warmed my heart. Found myself laughing with you guys throughout the whole video. Chasing our dreams really doesn't have one formula. It's beautiful to see people who just choose to show up every day, and make that the way they dream.

[@ananthakrishnang3199]

I just started my “3 year goal” last week with 11 followers and I don’t even look at my views right now. I know it will be low but I’m doing what I love. So I get how happy they are even though their expectations when they started it wasn’t the reality

[@Ritayo-checkmyvideo-ph5dr]

🖐🖐

[@childofdestiny2811]

“I just care that you’re pushing things out into the world that you care about” Thank you for this video and for the loving reminder!

[@mariawaaahhhhh]

Loved this, a realist not instagramable version of happines and success.

[@MilesLeslie]

Success takes time. The bigger the goal the harder the work discipline and perseverance.

[@vreyacreates1958]

Laugh like crazy, not what i expected when watching a “motivational” video. Its kinda satire , but raw and real. The broll chat is so great 😂

[@vreyacreates1958]

Is matt davella get hacked or something? 🤔

[@RobertbKey]

The very natural and human comments made in this video made my day! Matt, thanks for showing us the *real people* behind the content! It is so refreshing!

[@lukasmargesin5756]

This is actually the video I needed right now. For about 1,5 years now I am into filmmaking and photography. My dream is to make a living off of it. As you pointed out it is always difficult to look at the long term goals. I was struggeling a lot lately and had a lot of selfdoubt. For example I uploaded a few videos on youtube and I think they turned out pretty good. But then I see the numbers and get frustrated even though I try to ignore them as hard as I can. But you are right. Even if my dream doesnt come true I still had fun along the way. But Ill keep trying my best =) Cheers!

[@VawnCreates]

Keep going and trust the process I’m in the same boat but it’s the journey that matters

[@balloonbeats]

This is probably one of my favorite videos from you. Very genuine.

[@nehainthebay]

“Swap 3 for 4, 5, 7 years.” This was a great talk! We tend to follow rules defined by others. But what works for one may not for another.

[@poletiC3]

Very true, I had to realize that

[@poletiC3]

Even if you do anything right you can still fail

[@ForrestHanson]

Thanks for making this Matt, and thanks to Josh and Tommy for being so open about it. When most of the recommended videos have hundreds of thousands+ views, it's easy to get a distorted sense of scale that detaches you from reality. 50K downloads a month IS really good for a podcast, it's a huge accomplishment. And most people who start out will never make $345 (that's US dollars you convicts).

[@jaimetan]

Loved this episode! Such a great reminder to “just show up”... do the dang thing... and keep going for the sheer joy of it. Too often (and I’m guilty of this myself) we fall into the trap of wanting to monetise our hobbies or passions, but - is that really necessary or the end goal? The process of showing up and learning as you go already opens up more possibilities and opportunities you would never have thought of if you hadn’t just started. So... enjoy the process! 🙌

[@gardenboots7464]

The good-hearted laughter was wonderful !! Thank you :) still smiling from the good vibes reverberating.

[@maximsidorenko5188]

I gonna quit my job. And this video helped me to realize that I do right choice. Thanks Matt

[@youngandprofitingpodcast]

Trusting the process is so important, but so is loving the process. Then, the work put into it doesn't feel as much like "work". Worrying too much about the short-term details can weigh you down. Great story! Thanks for sharing! - Hala

[@ivneetkaur9393]

This felt like watching a short documentary. Pure talent Matt!

[@BryceDocherty]

Awesome video as always man!! I followed this mantra everyday since I started changing my life after going to Thailand in 2018. I now have a small video business and was able to quit my job at walmart. I make about the same amount I did as I worked there. But the work is so rewarding and I get to meet amazing people all the time and feel like I am in control of my life. It took me about 2 and a half years to get to where I'm at. And I wont stop. I always try to inspire others to go for what they believe in, because you can fail at what you dont love, so you might as well fail at what you love. Life is so much bigger than we think it is. And once you find out that you have the power to be anyone you want to be, you open up a whole new life for yourself.

[@ashyjeremy]

Most people think that success is solely measured in accumulation of wealth. I find this incredibly sad.

[@ashyjeremy]

@Matt D'Avella No dice. Granted investing in Bitcoin like 5,6,7 years ago was a hell of a gamble and it sure paid off but now pointless.

[@candiceeliaes8376]

Absolutely loved this- there's nothing wrong with having to make ends meet while pursuing our passions; if anything it's just testament to our resilience and commitment to doing the work we really want to do.

[@Adam-el5gb]

Why can't passions just be hobbies or leisure activities? I feel we put too much value on economical value before starting any endeavor

[@vickienantakiika7394]

True

[@biscuites]

True

[@canadude6401]

After 20 years of office work, I see great merit in having a hobby or leisure activity going in one's free time. I don't love what I do, but it pays the bills and my hobbies bring in the happiness.

[@thelifeofdan282]

I needed this. As a creator, as someone who's just trying to do what i love full time, as someone on a Monday morning dreaming of my future. Start today.

[@tolgacirik317]

I cracked up when you started asking about how much they actually made.

[@paolamgonzalezr]

I agree with everything said, and loved the nudge at the end. I started twitch streaming just a couple of weeks ago. It already has been a HUGE lesson to JUST DO IT. Things don't have to be perfect, just throw yourself out there ang get it done!

[@striveknight4782]

I learned to Give Up on my dream, I spent countless hours and trainings, self improvement, hard work and perseverance to keep with the challenges unfortunately no matter how hard I try, I can never be a Hamster. 😓

[@samuelsummers5342]

But your children could be hamsters 🐹

[@AshiraliYoga]

When I clicked on the title i never thought that this is what would come out..... I am a strong beleiver of being the best version of ourselves...... I will definitely be sharing this with my students and clients.... Thank you so much for this video!

[@MindofAmna]

This has to be Matt's funniest video yet! Thanks for the truth and some laughter!

[@IshaSharma11]

True❤

[@iwantsexseemyvideo2548]

💯💯

[@ramadesara]

7:40 "We're now redefining what success should be based on outliers" This is such a great and accurate statement!

[@Glizle]

That mindset is so powerful, holy christ!

[@mentalmodels5]

Love the point on survivorship bias - I compare myself with others all the time & while it starts as inspiration, it eventually turns into anxiety because you only see the 1% and feel like you need to succeed tomorrow. I think the key is to derive motivation from genuine love of the work rather than the result of success.

[@struthless]

Shoutout to the out of focus Vegemite behind Matt's head (great vid btw, love the chemistry between you all!)

[@mattdavella]

We spent a solid 30 minutes placing that Vegemite in the perfect spot 🤣

[@maxkurant1470]

@@mattdavella this is why we love you matt

[@ann29light]

oh wow struthless nice seeing you here, i love your videos!! hope to see you collabing with matt or josh and tommy soon, seeing that you're all in australia now

[@arorasaakshi]

omg struthless!!!! i love your videos omg

[@_aiborie]

Get struthless on your vids Matt woohoo!

[@Roamaroo]

Wow.. I really needed this right now. Thank you! 🙌We just crossed the 50k subscribers after 3+ years and my thought was "why don't we have more?"

[@AhmetKaan]

Ignore the negativity and the doubts people have on you. *Keep moving forward.* I am cheering for your success. ✋

[@IChannelOfficial]

Matt! What are the odds?! I have this assignment where we have to talk about how "Goals get us where we want to be" and this video is perfect! I feel so inspired to write about the things you mentioned because what you said in the video is true! Thanks, man!

[@KyleGood]

Consistency is key! You live life day by day, and in each one of those days hold a bundle of choices. Those choices COMPOUND overtime, always keep your mind fixed on long-term (higher consciousness, over short-term(survival instincts)

[@AlmasiDodson]

MATT!!! THIS VIDEO IS SOOO INSPIRING AND I BROUGHT TEARS IN MY EYES.. IT REMINDED ME THAT CHASING YOUR DREAMS IS WORTH IT WHETHER YOU BECOME EXTREMELY SUCCESSFUL IN IT OR NOT!!! YOU JUST CRACKED THE CODE WE ALL NEEDED!!! THANK YOU !!!!

[@OurPastSecrets]

A wise man once said “compare yourself to who you were yesterday not who someone else is today”

[@DarzRojas]

Great reminder. Seeing other people skyrocket to success really quickly on KZbin makes it hard not to compare myself. But knowing that for me it's only been about 1.5 years of serious work, I'm only halfway for that 3 year rule.

[@vVvistas]

Good, but right now I'm needed different video: "The real truth about choosing your dreams"

[@Unknownbrianzaste]

What video did you need?

[@TheFitGeekYT]

Same. For the last 12 years. Lost. Totally lost.

[@ethanhunt3226]

@@TheFitGeekYT Meditate

[@CreateWithZac]

Hahaha I hear this a lot from so many of my friends. You’re not the only one 👌🏻

[@IshaSharma11]

I really don't get you 🤔

[@nicoberrogorry]

The raise in the warmth of the lighting over aprox. 10 seconds took me trough an emotional rollercoaster.

[@hosseinrezapour251]

I use to be a perfectionist. And obsessed with final result more than the process. But now I just want to pay my bills do the work I love and have a happy family.and I don’t think it’s sad to not be at the top of tops at all. Good wideo Matt.

[@bluepassportguy]

Thanks a lot Matt for showing a reality check. People only post their best success stories on Social Media and often hide the failures.. However one should realize that failure is part of every success story.. A great thing to learn and celebrate !!

[@MoneyTalkwithChris]

Matt you are an inspiration!!! I lost my job due to the pandemic. Since then, I’ve started a KZbin channel on money… And it is growing! Thank you for all of your great content, and to everyone else… Never give up!!!

[@fever7346]

Ironic but great 😄

[@MoneyTalkwithChris]

@@fever7346 Thank you! And tell me, what is ironic?

[@MoneyTalkwithChris]

@Joy Bhowmik ah OK, thanks for the support!

[@fever7346]

@@MoneyTalkwithChris no job but money talk yt, and im not hating I think it’s great, just subbed.

[@MoneyTalkwithChris]

@@fever7346 I appreciate that! What type of content would you like to see in my channel? Hope you enjoy it

[@marytzacooks88]

I love the idea of giving things a lengthy span of time. I just started something and I have no expectations. This video helped me put some things into perspective.

[@concepttttt]

Whenever your thinking about giving up: remember why you started in the first place 💯

[@joshmoxeyarchives]

I really appreciated how much they're enjoying the journey over the metrics. Rock on, guys.

[@GuyBoggan]

Matt this was so so well put together, smiling the whole way through

[@thepursuitforless5013]

Great message you’re putting out, they do it because they love it, not because of the money

[@MarkMulcaire]

“he’s actually still filming” i couldnt stop laughing when he said that

[@mystruggletobeadecenthuman5121]

This is actually a very good message to send. I’ve been on and off playing guitar for a decade now. I love doing it but every time I try to play there’s this crushing pressure that if I’m gonna do it, then I have to be the best at it, I’d have to be famous for it, I had to make lots of money from it, which makes me quit it so many times. But not long before this I realize that it’s not about the success or the money or the fame you get from doing it. It’s the joy you get out of it that makes following your passion worthwhile :)

[@DylanSeto]

i love how they're roasting matt in the broll ✌️😂

[@itsluisandres]

🤣🤣🤣

[@sepdox]

It's not about making it and then hiding away, its about making it and inspiring others to make a change. its about making a difference and an impact, Matt is an example of this. Most beneficial and important channel on KZbin, and guess what, it's free for us all.

[@mikelopzz]

An interesting documentary with the three of you would be fantastic.

[@morvolio-5223]

It is just so rare to find a video about this topic with such sincerity. Great job Matt, Josh and Tommy!

[@thelookingcat]

This video is basically Matt stalking friends who are fine with not being competitive. :) And laughing. Lots and lots of laughing.

[@thelookingcat]

Just wanna say it means so much that you hearted my comment... You're the only KZbinr I care that hearts it because I know that you schedule your time so well that you mostly wouldn't do this. It's not an attitude of outside gratification, just a thank you from one of your fans! 🙂

[@Yuki-cj2um]

Can we just take a moment for how amazing this video is made? It really looks like Matt poured so much attention and dedication into this video, I really admire that

[@DrMitchRice]

Matt always has the best videos

[@sawright2000]

Thanks Matt. I usually watch, like and move on with my browsing, but wanted to chime in. The truth of chasing your dream is that it inspires yourself and others. Success is always best measured against your former self rather than others.

[@AndreaJean]

This is a beautiful video Matt!!! ❤️

[@mayasamchris]

This is a great video Matt! Thank you. My Dad (who’s in his 70’s now) always says that being contented is the most important thing. Some guy will always come along with the bigger boat and the faster car. But if you’re happy with what you have that stuff doesn’t matter. I love all of your content but this video really resonated with me. Thanks for reminding us of focusing on what we love being more important.

[@SeanLunny]

Sometimes I takes 10 years to become and overnight success

[@devotheambivert9875]

It's not impossible to achieve your goals, but it won't be easy.

[@angieinthecity]

I love the emphasis on being comfortable with where you're at. Success looks different from person to person but what matters is youre passionate about what you're doing, meeting new people, and learning along the way.

[@Stefanovic92]

Your dreams give you a direction but it's the chase that is the most fun

[@SmasherDundey]

So true, it's the progress that gives you fulfillment

[@thechrisyoung7717]

Your videos are like a refreshing cold shower, Matt. “Comparison is the thief of joy” has been stuck in my head recently. Social can be an endless spiral of comparison for me and leaves me feeling pretty low. This is another solid reminder to look back at how far I’ve come with photo/video skills vs where I think I should be in relation to others.

[@aguywpassion669]

One of the biggest lightbulbs I got from “The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck” was this obsession our society has with Exceptionalism. If you do something it has to turn out to be the BIGGEST, the BEST, super SUCCESSFUL, and all those things. When in reality, it’s more than great to be the “best basketball team in the suburbs.” That’s freakin life man, if you’re happy with what you do then who cares what others expect/want from you.

[@bbq5240]

This is something that more people need to hear! Success looks different for different people. We all have our own definitions of what success is.

[@MarielaMerino]

I’ve been chasing my dream of being a full time minimalist KZbinr for a couple years. I have built skills and made a couple friends. I truly enjoy doing this and would do it for free 😌💛

[@margheritapomponio8691]

It looks like your channel is successful

[@MarielaMerino]

@@margheritapomponio8691 trying :)

[@DepressionTalks1]

That first step is everything! You got this😄👊🏾✌🏾❤️

[@jamierattan5094]

When you actually don't scroll through the comments while the video is playing. That's how good it is.

[@everettmauger2427]

Have full confidence in yourself and watch you manifest it in less than a year.

[@tinlidtoo6615]

Lol.. when young people figure out they are ordinary... dont worry guys this realization comes to all of us in the end.

[@MB-rc8ie]

Most of the people want to have a job that pays enough and isn't making every day full of suffering. "Chasing your dreams" is unreal for 99% of the people. I find this kind of channels quite disconnected from the real life. For most people it's not the matter of "Living the life you always wanted, achiving your dreams and being fullfilled" but rather "desperately trying to make your life not extrimely miserable"

[@theoutsiderjess1869]

I started a podcast a year ago I had surgery put it on hold got depressed when covid started check back on my podcast an was shocked to find out 8 people listened to my podcast during that time and it inspired me too continue as I was happy that people were willing too take time out of their day to listen to what I had to say and immediately I got back to work

[@BeautifulQueona]

Keep going!!