Simu Liu ON: The SECRET To Success NOBODY SHARES! (This Will Change Everything) | Jay Shetty

Jay Shetty sits down with Simu Liu to talk about his parent’s immigrant story and how he was able to pursue his passion despite everyone’s expectations from him. One thing that has killed a lot of dreams is fear. The fear of people not supporting us throughout the journey, the fear of being not good enough, the fear of not being able to become the person that you want to be is something that hinders a lot of people from achieving their goals in life. But what do you think would happen if you actually stop being afraid and start trying?
Simu Liu made history as the star of the first Asian-fronted movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe in Destin Daniel Cretton’s Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, which garnered him The People’s Choice Award for Favorite Action Movie Star. Simu also starred in the Award winning CBC/Netflix comedy series Kim’s Convenience, which won the ACTRA Awards for Outstanding Ensemble in 2017 and Best Comedy Series at the 2018 Canadian Screen Awards. It was the first Canadian television series with an all-Asian lead cast, the series chronicles the day-to-day micro-dramas encountered by a Korean immigrant family that runs a corner grocery store. He wrote his very first book, We Are Dreamers: An Immigrant Superhero Origin Story, which tackles his struggles with parental expectations and stereotypes.
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro
06:30 Simu’s famous 2018 tweet & how he started to pursue his acting dream
11:11 Simu’s relationship with his parents
17:48 Understanding our parents sacrifices
20:55 How different parenting was in Simu’s home
25:40 Why Simu’s parents hate the way he writes the book
29:05 How he repaired & amended his relationship with his parents
37:58 Bringing in your parents into the journey that they can understand
39:35 Simu’s business background
44:12 Giving your own self the validation that you need
47:09 Identifying the things that you can control
53:35 Simu’s Final Five
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[@thechancellor-]

To the *worthwhile person* seeing this, your dream is not dead. Don’t allow the past and current pains and hurts stop and define you. You’re more than a conqueror. Rise up and put yourself together. Keep pushing your future depends on it. I wish you all the best in life ❤️.

[@XHale]

I wish I could still think like this, but lately I've been very discouraged. I just want people to listen to my music again thats all, but times are different and I don't understand this whole internet thing.

[@cherieleon1668]

Thank you...

[@thealumniassociationofuniv1146]

@@XHale at

[@marian9866]

I needed to read this. Thank you for your kind message. I have been feeling quite discouraged lately

[@curolate]

@@XHale Are you on Spotify?

[@S.K0r34]

Simu, I didn’t grow up as an immigrant, but I did grow up being an adopted South Korean girl, living in small town Iowa. You’ve greatly inspired me with your story and now I can’t stop thinking about following my dreams of getting my story out there and inspiring others like me. I’ve started writing a book, and I’m determined to see it through to the end. You’ve inspired me to follow my dreams. Thank you so much.

[@sehumi]

Am I the only one crying 😢? I was so moved by the story of his relationship with his parents. The letter to his mom. God bless them. So inspiring ❤️

[@HollaBlackGrrl]

First generation South African-Nigerian American here 👋🏾 Thank you for speaking to us kids of immigrants Simu. Navigating the in-between and crafting our own belonging can be an incredible superpower if we recognize it as such🤎

[@wanda616]

I wish I could have a conversation like what you have with your parents Simu. You're so lucky. I'm so jealous that I cried.

[@gracejasinthpriyadarsini2489]

Letting go of all the negativity,hatred,bitterness and being a lovable human being,this world will become again a beautiful place of joy and peace.

[@danellepillay5888]

One of the first podcasts that have made me so emotional just relating to everything on an immigrant level. So much love and respect for everyone that allowed this to happen. Will stay in my heart and mind forever, with regards to the child I am to my parents and the parent I want to be one day. Incredible.

[@gartatia]

Simu tearing up when talking about giving back to his parents really shows how evolved and healed he has become after finding the courage to confront his mother about his childhood. Parents just want the best for their children and the biggest achievement for any child is that point when they can give their parents the best. almost had me tearing up. Another banger Jay!

[@curolate]

This podcast is truly one of the absolute greatest, it's beautiful to see influential icons show a side of authenticity and vulnerability. This conversation was exactly what my inner child needed to hear. I am going to strive towards my dreams, one day I am going to be able to tell these two in person how I stayed on track, in the midst of uncertainty... just because of this conversation.

[@nicolequezada-castro9650]

Looking forward to listening to the conversation you will have with them on this podcast 💕

[@shikastormcrow6224]

Hearing of Simu's mum locking him out and shutting the door on him when he was only 5/6 sounds soooo very harsh :(. It's sooo common amongst Asian countries for parental discipline to be on a whole other level that makes it so difficult to comprehend. They ultimately mean well, but it can be very over the top and just wrong at times how it's handled. Not surprising at all that Simu remembers that memory so vividly. I remember something similar too. It tends to be the painful moments that linger in our memories no matter our age. Tho at the same time the most incredible beautiful moments equally linger

[@yofitjamie22]

He is so authentic and real. I like that a lot about him. Finding 5 people to talk to that I look up to will be my next goal.

[@maryc9021]

So grateful you shared your immigrant parent stories Simu, I could relate. I learned so much

[@AnrupB]

Best interview I’ve heard on your channel, Jay. I didn’t know anything about him until he recently hosted to Juno Awards, but his journey is a very accurate reflection of many things I’ve recently learned about myself and I’m working through right now personally and professionally in music. Love this! Please have Simu back again. And shoutout to Simu, I’d love to meet him and just talk about inner growth, manifesting, etc.

[@aubreytrujillo9945]

This one really hit me. I’m Second generation Vietnamese and grew up with the unrelenting expectation to be tough and to live up to the standards that had brought And should continue to bring success. That sort of discipline thats given with loving intention makes for a very fractured perception of worthiness and success. Within the past five years, I’ve managed to do the work of healing myself and my relationship with my parents. By healing myself, my parents have now begun their own healing too. And now my son won’t have to endure the same sort of trauma that we did. The healing of generational trauma is a painful, gradual process but it is worth it. Thank you for sharing your story, you’re the super hero I would have appreciated as a kid and certainly do appreciate now. 👏❤️

[@charliechase7390]

Simu is like a long lost brother that I would be so proud to reconnect with as a member of our international human family. I have a similar story to him in childhood and he is exactly the type of person that inspires me to continue to dream of a better future on Earth 🙏✌️🌞

[@AlfeCorona]

This interview MUST get viral. At least 3 million views. Thank you for sharing this SUPER valuable information and for the book Simu Liu. And Jay, you are the man! Thank you for everything you do.

[@podracer35]

34:57 This message and his mother's response was beautiful. I really hope I can have that relationship with my parents one day. Open communication has been a goal I've had in the back of my head, but it's been hard taking that moment to pause and allowing that conversation to happen. I'd love to sync up emotionally and have us feel like equals, instead of maintaining the parent-child dynamic where it feels like there's a wall between us.

[@change4me]

Just wanted to say Kim’s Convenience helped me when I had Covid last year. I binge watched it while isolated in a separate room of the house from my family. I laughed and felt like I wasn’t alone as I got better ❤️❤️

[@sylviataye]

For so many reasons, I really needed this episode. So good!!

[@KavirDaya]

powerful conversation. thanks Simu and Jay

[@xDyutshua]

This was one of the most reassuring interviews I’ve ever heard. Thank you x a zillion for paving the way Simu and Jay!

[@KB-bx9ui]

One of the best discussions so far!

[@auroralee_co]

LOVE this conversation SO MUCH!! Thank you, Simu for being so real and raw, this is a story that many of us can relate to deeply! Thank you!!

[@Achelois7]

Jay god knows how much I'm thankful for your channel. Keep it up!

[@amoi1846]

Thank you for this interview. Simu's sense of self-agency is very inspiring.

[@TheFlareMind]

So grateful you shared your immigrant parent stories Simu & Jay, I can relate to what you and Jay have gone through, inspiring for sure.

[@ying2012music1]

The honesty in the revealing is so healing and powerful❤️

[@sarj8164]

This is an amazing interview. Thank you for sharing

[@tiendesign626]

Love your podcasts Jay! I usually listen more on Spotify, but every now and then I watch on KZbin!

[@realtalkwithdane529]

Always something new to learn, love listening to on purpose, the energy is so pure and real. Love it! And thanks for sharing this with the world

[@amberelmlone]

I appreciate how honest this interview is 🧡

[@NewToCanadaTC]

I was so touched by this conversation that I listened to some parts over and over again so that I could memorize those parts. Brilliant interview! Hope all of your dreams come true Simu!

[@Sendinglovetoall]

He is a beautiful soul!! Such wisdom shared, lots of vulnerability and incredibly inspiring. Loved this interview and so much resonated with me 🙏🏽

[@rachelmejia753]

Man I really enjoyed hearing his story. It made me want to put myself in my parents shoes to understand their intentions. Sharing stories really helps others so much, so never be afraid to share. In the long run it creates connection. Thank you for this!

[@mariana24021995]

I love this channel and all the guests you bring here ❤ thank you for sharing this with us 🙏🏻✨ I’m so grateful

[@jessicam.mieles3486]

Just watching Simu grow in his career is incredible. To hear this conversation was beautiful and opened things up to learn more about him as a person and I appreciate the share. Thank you Jay and thank you Simu. Keep sharing that love, knowledge and light. ❤️

[@hugoorient3835]

I'm taking tourism management courses at campus and our instructor shared Simu Liu's hosting the Juno Awards with us at class, and I was impressed so much! As a Chinese, I want to say I am so proud of you, Simu , keep going and pursue your next dream!

[@gracejasinthpriyadarsini2489]

Awesome conversation. Lovely topic.

[@kansalaw7733]

Thk you! Love this, it came at the right time. 💕

[@chrismalisilver]

Wow he is so so much cooler than I thought ❤️ I’m gonna read this book for sure 😊

[@hanky.9476]

Thanks for sharing, Simu. It's some powerful stuff. With that kind of understanding and humidity, you will attract more success. Way to go, brother!

[@abigailcazares7411]

Wow, such an eye opening interview as a first generation Mexican- American. I felt the pressure as well being a creative. Thank you Jay and Simu for having this very much needed conversation. It’s encouraged many of us to really live for ourselves.

[@minaroe2493]

Great interview!!!👏👏👏

[@elmieantonio8062]

Don’t know why but i got emotional listening to this. One of my favourite conversations in this podcast ❤️

[@Ruzina]

Such a moving story beautiful 🙌

[@carlossantiagogomez888]

What a beautiful story thank you for sharing 🤙🏼

[@FarEastAlpaca]

Omg the letter to his mom feels so needed and cudos to Simu for taking that initiative.

[@albyluchko6030]

I’m from Canada and a child of Chinese immigrants. I read Simu’s book looking for a perspective on that experience. But what surprised me is that I connected with his parents” story too. I moved with my academic husband when my first baby was 4 months old and again when my second was 9 months. Both times we didn’t have any support system and no real experience/connection to the new place. Looking back I know I wasn’t the parent I wanted to be. I just didn’t have enough energy or patience to be the parent they deserved. And in Simu’s story, I am able to forgive myself a little and know that I was always doing my best. A wonderful book and th Al you for sharing your family’s story.

[@inka_palys]

Each and every time I pick up my mobile phone to start listening any podcast or maybe music, as I'm quite tired to start something that makes me think - but still decide to turn on the OnPurpose - I never regret, Jay. That is always such a valuable story, conversation, exchange of thoughts and experiences. Just amazing and so empowering and inspirational. Sounds like I've just mentioned all the features the best podcast should have :D well.. :D Cheers and a big thank you again and again, for every episode. Bless & loves from Poland.

[@yelleshbhuma9348]

One of the best podcasts 👏

[@michaelp9061]

Simu is quite an intelligent individual. Dude has a good heart.

[@harjharj6203]

I got so many lessons from this, thank you so much ❤️

[@PriyankaBaranwal]

Mind blowing !

[@user-gt1wr1vh3i]

From his videos with Wong Fu Productions, to role in Kim's Convenience, to his lead in Shang Chi, to his "We Were Dreamers" autobiography, I have and will be a fan of Simu, rooting for him in everything he does. I met him at an AwesomeCon event in Washington DC and got a picture with him. Simu has a way of making you feel like the only person in the room with him amidst all the chaos going around. He is truly an awesome individual doing amazing things.

[@user-gt1wr1vh3i]

Simu continues to amaze me with his acting career, singing career, and his charity work. This interview has been one of the more inspiring ones I have listened to ever!

[@yili450]

this is such a good interview

[@yeseniamedrano2717]

OMG, I love him! The story with his parents is so relatable for us immigrant kids. #imnotcryingyourcrying

[@smileplease1249]

so much to relate..so inspiring..so insightful ...so much needed..love every bit of this conversation. Appreciate Simu's authenticity, vulnerability and self awareness.

[@KB-bx9ui]

Simu Liu...you beautiful soul. 💙

[@ying2012music1]

“I was so happy with the person I’ve become” ❤️

[@laramoniz]

My favourite episode ❤

[@gracejasinthpriyadarsini2489]

My favourite speaker Jay genius

[@mosaicpaint3223]

so relate. you have to be proactive with your craft, because if you wait for 3rd parties, you may be represented, but the phone may never ring

[@meldonmerby]

Eye opening

[@sheilalutchmanen2542]

Hi Simu Liu (JUNG) Great interview with Jay Shetty I don't understand why the color was important I love and respect the Chinese they have lots of respect work very hard loving and giving so glad you made up with your parents you didn't give up on your dreams you worked very hard to where you are today you should be very proud you have been so much in your life but still didn't give up as for you book I love to read it someday when it the shelf in South Africa lastly you are so honest about everything I wish you every success you rock

[@tiffanymarks4577]

😊 Fantastic again 😊

[@clarkparker4860]

This s-was fantastic. This is the healthiest way I've heard anybody talk about resolving their issues with their parents.

[@katherinebarahona4898]

These questions are incredible, I just published my first book in November of last year I would love support but this is right under Big Sean’s videos for me the questions the memories the way I felt I could relate to so muchhh being in a space and wanting to do whatever to stay in that space is incredible to the reactions of his family in the baby steps process HITTTT 😭👏🏽 My book is “Where’s the pause button to life?” Finished during the pandemic its a coffee table flip through 💗 thank you for holding space for us this was an incredible interview.

[@aznchopsticks6286]

GOOD FOR YOUUUU, I haven’t checked out your book yet but by the title. I can tell it’s a great read. You are one of the people putting your life “off pause” and pursuing your dreams. Keep it up and you’ll be be an amazing writer, I’m sure.

[@katherinebarahona4898]

@@aznchopsticks6286 thank you soo much! It has some poetry dispersed but it’s mostly a visual I appreciate your kind words✨

[@ntr9096]

this is my therapy 🙏❤️

[@Lolo-lt2lf]

“The man in the arena” ooooo. There are so many of us who are spectators. Life nowadays sets us up to be spactators with how we easy it is to be so lol

[@sindisomavuso9797]

🙏LIFE CHANGING VIDEO,,THANK YOU JAY🌈🙏

[@michaelp9061]

I watched Shang Qi. And simu is my new fav

[@AllieZhao]

So inspiring , just do it anyway

[@anthonyvanwyk1001]

Power.

[@breanaparis7712]

I had such a crush on Simu when watching Kim’s Convenience & when I finished it i always wondered what was next for those actors! Stoked to see him so successful but also was so cool to hear him talk about the many different meanings of success Either way he’s a hottie 😍🔥

[@georgiapomeroy3749]

Hi Simu I have the book and it’s great it’s very inspirational

[@isa-qz8fg]

It's so wild how Simu's experience with his parents mirror mine and my parents.

[@KailaSmith]

I lived in Harbin for a year!!!

[@vengfulwizard8310]

This is golden content.. Why this doesn't have more views.. Meanwhile cheese cutting uploaded 1 day ago has more views

[@Trulyblessed521]

I wish Simu went a little deeper into rebuilding his relationship with his parents in his book. The ending felt abrupt for me. Jay’s right, the repairing and amending is what people who have gone through similar journeys with their immigrant parents are interested in.

[@indianindian4282]

Love from india

[@brainstormd]

You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems. - James Clear

[@stayhappylittlemermaid]

If you have knowledge, let others light their candles in it

[@malvinelpinnoy]

One of Simu Liu's introductory statements on the agitations stemming from misinterpreted identity because of how a certain group of people look in a given community/place is also relatable to black people living in Asian countries. I learned from interviews on @Asian Boss and a few other channels how people of color, despite even being born & raised in Korea for instance, still get asked where they from and perceived as foreigners yet being citizens of the same country 🥴

[@RedCloudBeechWaveAhh]

Click-bait-y titles.... good content though! Thank you! Still making peace with our marketing-obsessed culture... and a bit envious of both your enormous success! Here to learn!

[@meeyang111]

Simu Liu regarding manifestation: I love that no one read the tweet. It's a manifestation for myself. I set a sight in the horizon and just went to get it.

[@joshna_limbu2717]

I have seen him before in one series but I Don’t remember the name of that series but the name of her sister in that series is Janet

[@caseyblossoms]

Kim's Convenience!

[@joshna_limbu2717]

@@caseyblossoms yes thankyou••••you helped me to remember the name that series 😊💟💟

[@yinbaoteo5005]

OMG it's LIU SIMU!!!!!!!!!!!!! Omg omg omg *SSCCRRREEEEEEAAAAMMMMSSSSSSSSSSSSS*

[@celinatilman3696]

🙌🏽🙌🏽❤️

[@danthemovieman153]

I don’t give a shit how you think it’s ok but as a parent of a 9 year old, I would never put a 6 year old child out in the hallway and lock the door. I would be furious if I saw this. Glad he has such a great way of looking at his life and his parents.

[@kimmcdaniel8199]

KI love this actor he is so hot!

[@juhirai8870]

❣

[@toriajustice605]

💜

[@maximpact5650]

Shang chi is best

[@gavinspeaks]

To whoever reads this: You are one with the abundant flow of the universe and will easily manifest your dreams☀️ ~Much Love from a Law of Attraction KZbinr💜

[@kennyliu5481]

Have you read The Gulag Archipelago by Alexander Solzhenitsyn?

[@NittoDestiny]

🔝🔝🔝🔝🔝🔝

[@graceygracey2764]

Who is holding

[@ramenplays2k]

Hi

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