This Book Changed my Love Life

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This video is an overview of one of the best books I've read on dating and has genuinely changed the way I'm approaching my love life-How to Not Die Alone: The Surprising Science That Will Help You Find Love by Logan Ury. In this episode of Book Club we'll go over the 4 main reasons why dating in the modern day is hard, and then we'll go over 5 top tips that I got from the book to help with dating. Enjoy!
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00:00 Intro
00:27 Why dating is hard - Personal identities
01:14 Why dating is hard - Too many options
02:00 Why dating is hard - Social media
02:59 Why dating is hard - It's a big decision
05:18 Tip #1 - Know your blind spots
07:17 Tip #2 - Don't let perfect be the enemy of great
10:14 Tip #3 - Stop looking for prom dates
12:35 Tip #4 - Spread your wings
17:37 Tip #5 - Decide, don't slide
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[@ThreeTwentyTech]

Ali's only true love is *productivity*

[@on9francisyu]

Haha. He does love it.

[@Acheampomaa100]

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[@someonewhocares...2513]

Eh, no it's money.

[@sirennem.6890]

everything is very fast, swiping too.also people dont healed themselves, past traumas, wounds, dont know how to date or communicate

[@sirennem.6890]

The Hoffman process for healing traumas, Singer for the sould, ..Getting the love you want by Hunt and Hendrix is the est, explains all, Imago therapy, choosing partners based on childhood etc

[@PokhrajRoy.]

Ali is literally grinning. He’s either found love or is enjoying peak Gymshark status.

[@debasishghoshsays]

R u a Bengali?

[@on9francisyu]

It is very true.

[@Ld-ol4ge]

What is his connection to gymshark?

[@hmr313_]

He 'hearted' this comment. Coincidence? I think not.

[@cafetalkwithmaroua3717]

I think he found love 😀

[@fyingfish9370]

There’s one book I read that said: The biggest misconception about love is that it comes naturally but the truth is to love is a skill. A skill that people put aside and don’t realize is a skill. As any other skill, we have to learn to be better at it.

[@laurena9563]

Absolutely! It's like how my Dad who's had a thirty year marriage with my mom told me when I was in graduate school and bemoaning my love life- marriage, or even a long term relationship, is a full time job. Theoretically, you could go out and date anyone- but to have a long-term relationship involves just as much investment and time as work, even if you do get along spectacularly well. It's completely an investment.

[@Topboy_1Mc]

Can you please tell me the name of the book if you know it.Thank you

[@ninal.2220]

@@Topboy_1Mc I think he might refer to The Course of Love by Alain De Botton. Hope this helps:)

[@Topboy_1Mc]

@@ninal.2220 Thank you very much

[@lousdinovembre]

Don’t really agree! Loving someone comes easily. True love starts with us. If we are capable of loving ourselves then we can love others with no effort. People that find it hard to fall in love is because they have a hard time loving themselves.

[@aishwaryasudan1290]

As some one who has made a shit load of mistakes in dating and is now married and happy in it, these are my tips. 1.Find a sustainable relationship. don't create unsustainable patterns in your relationship, if you are the kind of person who wakes up early to go to the gym everyday, don't sleep in with your partner everyday for the beginning of your relationship , they will be disappointed later when you stop doing that. They may even feel cheated because you turned out to be someone else altogether. 2. Marriage is the starting point of the relationship not the end goal. That ring means nothing if you can't keep it and it's not an achievement if your partner has proposed. An achievement is making that proposal count.

[@talghow-i2326]

Haha well made points... Thank. You

[@HasanKhan20]

Completely agree! Adding to the first point, I guess one shouldn’t wait too long searching for ‘THE ONE’ as well, haha

[@zahraamin164]

Ah, really good point about sustainable patterns, thank you

[@GoOutside321]

YESSS!!!!!

[@maliwhi6868]

Anything else? Thanks for sharing.

[@srm0520]

I haven’t read this book but I’m a psychologist and work in mental health. I’m also not married and have dated quite a bit. I’m aware of all the concepts he outlined here and am (fairly) good at enacting them. The problem is that no one else is lol. I’m genuinely not saying that to say I’m amazing or better than anyone, I just mean the way that our culture views dating, relationships, and love, all the points made here require deeper thought, self examination and awareness, and hard work. And in many years of dating I haven’t found that there’s a very large pool of folks who are open or willing to do that. As a culture, we value superficiality, financial success, immediate answers, judgment of others, fairy tales, and receive a lot of bad advice from people about how relationships are supposed to be easy. Finding people who see and understand all of that and actively work to go deeper and see the larger picture are rare gems, in my opinion. I hope this book helps to open some eyes to the importance of meaningful relationships- they are quite literally the purpose of life. In the meantime, I’ll keep on keepin’ on but it ain’t easy!

[@benjamindavis2475]

There's plenty of great men and women out there. Good luck!

[@IvyPearsonUnderwater]

Thank you. I feel the same way, people dont't seem to actually want to get to know you or want to know themselves. Sam about making friends, it's like people stopped being curious.

[@yuan5147]

Agree

[@lightworker2956]

I agree. I've also noticed that there's a bunch of people out there who like the idea of "going deeper" and "doing self examination" and who will say they value that, but then when it actually comes down to it, they just want comfort and short-term fun.

[@myramaria507]

I think the same, maybe this is why I am alone too. Maybe the country also count, I dont know.

[@Bei671]

This video made me realize I'm a maximizer that went satisficer. Been with my husband who has become my best friend for 12 years now. He is kind, loyal, growth mindset and emotionally stable. I unconsciously went for these qualities LOL. My driving thought was long term. Among many things he makes me laugh so I know I can grow old with this person. I am extremely grateful for him.

[@saivenkatnagarala]

Heaven it is

[@jemimahrajakumar7770]

Good to hear 😀

[@camogrrl]

Always someone rubbing your nose in their happiness. Thanks for yet another highlight reel

[@latinaalma1947]

@@camogrrl Better than those who hate the opposite sex.So many bitter hurt menn and women on these threads usually who argue for going it alone.ie there ARE no good men/women..nice to see there are happy relationships besides mine...I read these bec I am a psychologist and keep my ear to the ground.

[@Bei671]

@@camogrrl I never said my relationship is perfect. No one is forcing you to read my comment, thanks for your opinion though.

[@ummerkasana]

I think most people don't know themselves. In other words, they don't have a relationship with themselves - so they end up looking for a relationship with someone else to compensate for the lack of relationship they have with themself. Often times, its not a relationship we're looking for, but really validation. Its not the person you're addicted to per se, but rather the drug of validation. We crave genuine human connection, but validation is an attractive alternative because it doesn't require vulnerability.

[@TokyoBlue587]

This is so true

[@mmapsycho5843]

Great comment ! Very deep and thought-provoking. God bless you.

[@crazydragy4233]

We are born knowing nothing, supposedly we should learn these things growing up, as kids in our family vis good examples. Alas it seems good parents are more rare than albinos

[@maria-ml1vu]

Omg

[@whedonobsessed]

Bizarrely, this helped me a great deal - not really in helping me find a partner, but actually realising that I'm probably quite datable. I've been thinking for the longest time that the reason I'm single is because I can't seem to get my shit together, which makes me pretty undesirable. But honestly, this video changed my entire outlook on what is important.

[@HasanKhan20]

That’s good to know. Self image is super important

[@mothertothemoon7]

I relate to this comment so much.

[@yuanyuansun3521]

I guess it depends to what extend “can’t get shit together is” most cases it doesn’t affect people having fun with you anyway

[@DrAkashraj]

Wow, that's awesome!

[@latinaalma1947]

Yes yes yes.

[@RealJamieBarclay]

As a 20 year old who has basically been single my whole life, I've definately felt the struggles of the dating life. However more recently I realised that I'm actually pretty happy alone, theres a kind if peace that comes with. I still have friends, and I absolutely want to keep meeting and dating different people, but theres literally no point in putting pressure on finding "the one" I think at some point, as long as we are being authentic and speak to enough people, we'll all eventually find someone who we just vibe with.

[@stevetheiii477]

I prefer to have this mentality, I don’t agree with Ali’s opinion on this, relationships are the most important thing in your life but I’d rather not force a relationship and let it happen when it happens, that doesn’t mean I stop trying with people, put yourself out there face rejection get to know people but don’t put any pressure on yourself if things don’t work out or don’t feel right, develop an abundance mindset, besides focusing on you’re goals like a career are certainly more within your control than finding the best partner coz you can’t control the outcome of a relationship with someone

[@ChocolateMuffin308]

'As a 20 year old who has basically been single my whole life' made me chuckle. You were a kid like 2 years ago, not a long time to be single. It's great that you've found your peace! Cause I know that couple content is all over social media now and people feel pressure to actively date, but 20 is honestly such a young age and there's no rush.

[@Bei671]

It's true. If I had put that kind of pressure on myself I would still be single today. I met my husband when I wasn't looking. As long as you are being authentic and live your best life you will attract the right person.

[@livc.6761]

Right! I think a lot of us could benefit from this mentality ☺️ I agree wholeheartedly

[@nickgliemann]

Exactly

[@bookedandbeing]

1. Kindness 2. Emotional Maturity 3. Growth Mind Factor Gosh, thank you Ali!! Definitely buying this book!

[@GeethaSindhuriBarabari]

What about Fights well?

[@leahnyb6878]

@@GeethaSindhuriBarabari She said "emotional maturity"

[@pitounesky7604]

I've been with my partner for almost 10 years now. It wasn't love at first sight, but he was kind, intelligent and met most of my "prince charming wish list". The more I get to know him, the more our love grew. I was for sure a maximizer before and I couldn't commit to a relationship, I was so scared to make a bad decision or that he wasn't "the one". Since I've decided to jump in it, we both make concious efforts to make the relationship works and so far so good! Having common long term goals and similar values is definitely a must I would say. ;)

[@grendelsmama2302]

I love love love this… it’s so real and genuine ♥️

[@demetrij7120]

there is no "the one". that is all fabricated lies pushed on my movies etc

[@koals6783]

That's great! There is way too much messaging out there that a relationship is doomed just because you sometimes have doubts about it. Fear of commitment is a real thing, and we shouldn't ruin good relationships because we're scared they might not be 100% the right choice.

[@Jen.zenfinance]

Common long term goals and similar values‼️

[@milo_thatch_incarnate]

22-yr-old female here; I LOVE Alain De Botton - especially his opinions on how the Romanticism movement really messed up what we expect from love. Also, studying _how _*_*I*_* can be the best partner/friend/roommate to anyone else is one of the best things I’ve ever done. One of my biggest points of growth in the last couple years of my life has in fact been moving from being an overthinking “maximizer“ to the healthy stance that I can love just about anyone as a partner, as long as we get along well and we’re attracted to each other. That’s SUCH a broader view of it, and it puts the mind at such ease.

[@natasharules770]

Hi, how did you learn this? Books?

[@milo_thatch_incarnate]

@@natasharules770 - I understood the concept of healthy self-development as a means to healthy relationships by listening to a LOT of Dr. Jordan Peterson and Alain de Botton, among others. They both helped me learn to ask the right questions to achieve _real_ self-growth, like seriously asking myself "how am I difficult to live with? What are every one of the ways I'm unpleasant, immature, unhealthy, and difficult?" and to first answer that, in full depth, _especially_ when it's uncomfortable. If you think hard about that question _alone_ and come up with very little... then you really don't know yourself at all. Just start with that one question, and start working on every way that YOU are hard to live with. And I would highly recommend listening to both Peterson and De Botton! :) I hope this helps!

[@prapanthebachelorette6803]

@@milo_thatch_incarnate thanks 😊

[@classicalperformances8777]

Please don't read that. When you re 30 you'll regret it. Just go out and liv3

[@shinyflower.]

yes yes yes yes

[@SmartHobbies]

I saw a special “aura” around my wife the first time I ever saw her. She told her college roommates when she first saw me that she was going to marry me and have my babies. And we did. Results not typical.

[@TheEamonKeane]

Same here..

[@tinaperez7393]

Right - NOT typical. Lucky and rare. Like less than 1% rare. It's interesting that those kinds of relationships that work out generally the people had important criteria in their minds already whether consciously or unconsciously that these people just happened to meet. Also, that story is a happy ending story because it worked out. If it hadn't, no one would be still talking about those auras you experienced meeting that person that it didn't work out with. You'd be telling the story of how it felt meeting the person it did work out with instead.

[@noemita494]

But I'm guessing you both are compatible in some ways.

[@SmartHobbies]

@@noemita494 Yes. We share a similar sense of humor and views on life in general.

[@SamStone1964]

@@tinaperez7393 Not lucky and doesn't have to be rare. Thing is most people settle for something that isn't what they really want. If people gave their attention to their own self alignment and didn't panic about having a relationship things would unfold infinitely.

[@PokhrajRoy.]

I’m so happy that Ali called himself out on being superficial. We Stan that.

[@Ryan_Mikael]

Same here ! !

[@sohamprasad6696]

Wait, why is he superficial?

[@c.j.5455]

It's ironic because someone who's as superficial would never want him

[@PokhrajRoy.]

@@c.j.5455 That’s the circle of life lol

[@TravelGeeq]

I've been struggling to get past this breakup recently where I thought I met the absolute love in my life, but after seeing this video, I further realized that it would have failed in the long term. Thanks for this, it was much needed.

[@Meixas]

Thank you for your comment. Went through something similar the past months and it feels good to see that someone has the same thoughts as me ❤

[@ktkthakre]

The thing about 'spark' is absolutely true... Slow burn is the way to go!

[@PaulElijas]

Ali is that type of person I’d either like to be my therapist or like a really good friend. I think the quality of conversation one could have with you is extraordinary. Thanks and keep going :)

[@aliabdaal]

aww thanks

[@natalievelikaya2161]

same :)

[@prapanthebachelorette6803]

Agree

[@mmarco8787]

You shouldn't seek a therapist who every day is telling you about a new book that "changed his life." His mental life is obviously not great if he constantly needs changing.

[@AhhhSukeSuke]

@@mmarco8787 🤣 wrong..... No one is perfect. If you think you are, you're an egotistical bigot. EVERYONE always has something that they can improve on

[@nafixer]

After 5 years , Ali : Today I am going to give 10 tips for smart Parenting :-)

[@changqi9098]

Hhhhh nice one!

[@nafixer]

@@changqi9098 haha

[@michaelakiriakova1236]

You mean productive? 😀😀

[@nafixer]

@@michaelakiriakova1236 oh yeah I forgot to mention the word productivity in the title ☺

[@HiKasandra]

I hope that's me! Being in a position and married, giving parenting tips next time! X

[@koroshiya_1]

I used to really want to find a partner and get settled down, as I thought that being 30, time was 'running out'. As soon as I stopped thinking like that, I became far happier and less burdened with anxiety about finding meaningful connections. There's someone out there for everyone. No rush!

[@razzendahcuben]

Some women want to have kids, so being picky or apathetic in her 20s isn't a good idea.

[@joe55514]

The spark is like falling in love with a song in an instant and putting it on repeat until you don't. Opposed to one you're indifferent to or might not even like at first sight which keeps on creeping back to you until it grows on you and ultimately satisfy you for the rest of your days. This how I found my love. Keep on creeping guys ! ♥️

[@GigaGab]

9:04 "There's no such a thing as a perfect partner. The thing we're trying to optimise for is what is going to lead to LONG-TERM HAPPINESS IN OUR RELATIONSHIP." Great line! 👍 I'll tune my dating optimisation algorithm accordingly 🤓

[@intentionalliving7326]

Ha ha good one!! 🤗

[@aisha6493]

Summary: 1. Know your blindspots: The romanticiser who wants to find their soulmate The One. The hesitator who wants to establish themself first. The naximiser who wants to find the one withwho matches as many of your preferred traits as possible. 2. The thing we're trying to optimize for is what's going to lead to a good relationship. 3. Maximizers make good decisions and end up feeling bad about them. Satisficers make good decisions and end up feeling good about them. 4. Stop looking for prom dates rather look for life partners. Don't prioritise short term things over long term things. 2 most imoirtant things: emotional stability and kindness. They should also have a growth mindset. Also try to find someone who can fight well who wont let their emotions get in the way. 5. Spread your wings. The things that we want often dont correlate with what would bring us satisfaction. 6. The spark is BS. The spark is not enough to sustain things. 7. Always go on second dates. The fundamental attribution error should be avoided. 8. Decide, don't slide. Really actively think about what you want and talk about expectations. 5.

[@prapanthebachelorette6803]

Thanks

[@latinaalma1947]

Well I got lucky..I am a clinical psychologist and professor I taught grad studemts in psych I know the research. I was looking for personality traits...ones that matched mine or predicted a good relationship for my personality: high in openness, high in conscientiousness, moderately high in agreeableness (not a doormat), low in neutroticism, toward the end of the introversion spectrum but not all the way (ie someone I could live on a sailboat with for a decade sometimes seeing and interacting with others but not a hermit for life).What I got was fireworks...way beyond a spark. I didnt even believe in sparks. Followed by checking off all those other characteristics...HIGH IQ at least equal to mine was important to me being an academic...got that too. Together 40 yrs 10 of them on that sailboat cruising the Caribbean and another 10 living abroad in a foreign country both in early retirement.

[@lisasommerlad1337]

@@latinaalma1947 that is beautiful.

[@latinaalma1947]

@@lisasommerlad1337 Thank you...I wish you great success in finding and living the life YOU want!

[@kremzupa_69]

You're totally right about point 5. after 8. Sometimes there is an unknown, mystical component that makes relationships work (or fail).

[@gabrielagaldona2490]

I read the book because of a recommendation from one of your videos and I can assure you that it not only teaches us how to relate but also improve as a person. I am 21 years old and it causes me a bit of anxiety to see the difficulties that exist today, but the way he explains it makes it seem natural and normal. It is the kind of book that we should all read to get to know each other a little better and self-assess how we treat others.

[@ElisabethogHestene]

I must confess, love and science goes so well together. Thanks for a great book review!

[@DrJessicaLouie]

"Don't let perfect be the enemy of great." Our perfect expectations of a person or an experience often hold us back from actually enjoying life and being present in life.

[@larsstougaard7097]

True and many social structures are very unhealthy, like the ideal in fashion of a super thin woman. Or social media is build on dopamine, validate, likes, clicks and swipe. Can be very toxic for your mental health. So I would say find balance and be conscious of yourself.

[@demetrij7120]

you on F.I.R.E.

[@juliawindle9117]

I’m currently getting a masters in marriage and family therapy and nearly all of the content I consume is about relationships. I so wish people would talk about relationships more openly and I’m happy you’re going in that direction. 🤗

[@Ryan_Mikael]

That’s so true ! I think the reason people keep it to themselves is because it’s very complicated

[@Lo-to7zh]

The problem for most men is lack of look ...

[@iammilorex]

Do you have any suggestions on good relationship pods?

[@SaffariRose]

Can you please give some tips or book recommendations? I'm trying to learn as much as I can towards my own relationships but I mostly listen to 'Dating Experts' and unfortunately, I've increasingly found that they're either full of crap or just your usual biased narcissists. Everyone is a dating expert these days 🙄 Lol

[@dharabarot4033]

Share some readings!!! I’m a psych student so it would be so interesting

[@dmx1444]

I'm a family social science major and currently in nursing school (change of career). I absolutely agree that the most important things in life comes down to the people and relationships you're willing to invest and foster. When you're sick, down, poor, or just simply need help, they are the ones who will help. "The grass is greener on the side you're watering more."

[@jodie3950]

"The grass is greener on the side you're watering more" I absolutely love this!!!

[@claires9100]

That is the best quote. Yess.

[@neetu7151]

Love this ❤️.. so proud of you Ali.. you are talking about relationships ❤️

[@sidrasyed3]

As a romanticizer, I needed to see this video!! Definitely learned a lot from it including that having the “spark” didn’t mean anything long term wise.

[@kayligo]

Same. I want those butterflies

[@Ikaros23]

the author actualy talks about this form of short term gratification ( the spark) as a form of drug addiction

[@annavoytenko]

OH MY GOD! Watching your video I just realized that my partner has all the important traits (emotionally stable, kind and compassionate, growth mindset, fight well), and I had the complete opposite kit when we met (he didn't get lucky). We are 5 years in a relationship now. If it wasn't for him, we could have split up like 10 times already. I'd always wondered how he could resolve conflicts so well... He is way smarter than me. That's why I was (and still is) struggling to understand him. But it's fine! It's like living with a book that has a limitless amount of pages and topics and you are constantly learning from. Thank you for reviewing a book. It made me think I made the right choice (gosh, if only I had known it a bit erlier). And the fact that he was never the one to offer a breakup also proves that there is something about me that's worth fighting for. Ok, I will go hug him.

[@tinaperez7393]

Uh, this could be a good relationship or a not so good one. Research narcissist and narcissistic supply and codependency if not familiar with them. If your relationship is any of that you'll want to educate yourself, extricate yourself and heal if that's the case. Hopefully it really is a good relationship. Hard to tell from a brief comment but you definitely want to be sure. EVERYONE'S life is valuable including yours. Being kind and compassionate and empathetic, and trustworthy and reliable and respectful of others and striving to get better at stuff but not defining one's self worth by that is more important and valuable in a person than being "smart".

[@tromboner6061]

Why are you spamming this same message in every comment section of every video.... I have read it already

[@Tiptoe178]

Regarding the question of “why aren’t there more books/videos/podcasts that discuss relationships?”- there are. Most of them are geared towards women, which is probably why they aren’t on your radar. I agree that there should be more content in this area geared toward men or a neutral audience.

[@m.josena4485]

Yeah there should be, not in a drag at men but it would be nice if women and men were on the same page

[@piotr7338]

love when he says he doesn't have much experience in long term relationships. Appreciate the genuine-ness.

[@nnelson4557]

Love the honesty and vulnerability of talking about dating and the value of relationships

[@samuelvilz]

Yesss same!

[@PokhrajRoy.]

Word of the Day: ‘Satisficer’ E.g. “In a world of maximisers, be a satisficer.”

[@CharliWrites]

Satisficing - Herbert Simon won the Nobel Prize in Economics for developing that concept in 1978 :)

[@user-cr5bx8kd2k]

I'm a 21 year old woman who has never been in a relationship, never asked out , nothing at all . ( I specified that I'm a woman because a lot of people think that's it's not possible for women) It used to bother me a lot . I spent a lot of time wondering what was wrong with me . Am I that ugly? That undesirable? That unworthy of any form of love ? It's a very toxic mindset to be in . I knew that but I couldn't get out of it . Seeing people around me be in relationships throughout the years while I was still single always made me wonder what did I lack in . So how do you recover from this ? I can safely say that I have reached a point where it doesn't bother me anymore .You'll never fully recover from it . ( If you do it'll take a while) Spending time with yourself, finding things to do that you love, getting out of your comfort zone, doing things that give you a little rush , keep yourself busy. These are some things that'll temporarily help you recover from that mindset Remember, it takes time. A lot of time .

[@jerome1lm]

Just curious, how many men have you asked out?

[@user-cr5bx8kd2k]

@@jerome1lm I haven't asked anybody out either. There was one person I wanted to but it was too late. That was years ago tho. I guess I just haven't found the right person who makes me want to be with them.

[@actuaryaltair6280]

@@jerome1lm men do not like being asked out. They go out with you once and then they move on to a woman they like to chase.

[@actuaryaltair6280]

I am in your position for the last 7 plus years, difference is I am now in my 40's and it's just scary....and painful.

[@franz3810]

@@actuaryaltair6280 BOOM

[@scareglare]

Ali, I was feeling very down and unmotivated earlier this week following some critical feedback I’ve gotten about my work. And I totally wasn’t looking for relationship advice today, but listening to your video today has soothed my soul. It feels like a hot cup of tea that warms up your body sip by sip. Your presence is so soothing. And I feel motivated to tackle on my day and not be so scared. Thank you…from a lost, but on her way, 29 year old ♥️

[@scareglare]

@@klnj9714 yesss! What a great way of putting it! I love and appreciate the men in my life for being my rocks 🪨 and people I can depend on 💜

[@parisjones9328]

Personally I wouldn’t refer to my own experience as a “spark” but more of a “click moment”. I think that “love at first sight” can be misleading because most of it is just physical attraction mixed with mild compatibility. The click moment on the other hand is something that most people have probably experienced with a friend or significant person in their life where you are just intellectually on the same page in almost every way and it just WORKS. I’d like to add that we disagree as well and we challenge each other a lot but at the same time we have shared values, morals and mindset which in my opinion is FAR more valuable than the intense chemistry people get at the start. I’ve been with the person I had the click moment with for 4 years now and judging by what is written in this book it’ll probably last... shit just makes sense But I definitely think that it is a real thing that happens if you just don’t put too much pressure on it, you have to be open to it! Great video Ali, thanks for talking about love more! The world needs it

[@kelvinmark619]

⬆️⬆️⬆️📩⤴️.

[@DoctorAzmain]

Relationships and choosing “the one” are such big decisions! Many of us being perfectionists, we want to look for the “perfect” partner while forgetting there’s no such thing! I’d love to be a “satisficer” and relationships are all about compromise. But those 3 criteria - kind/compassionate, emotionally stable, growth mindset - I don’t think I can compromise on those! Good luck to all you finding your way through the world and looking for love ❤️

[@Ryan_Mikael]

For sure ! I feel like it’s a huge gamble … this is when you gut and trust in god comes in 😊

[@GingerNinja007]

You nailed it. 🙂

[@colliedogjoy]

I feel like the 80/20 rule applies. Nobody's perfect, after all.

[@renaboss01]

Bi Ali, i just love the speed of your talk! So great to get that amount of information in such a short amount of time. Normally I get bored listening to most of the videos on you tube - thank you for you of changing the speed of audio books. Keep up the great work. Cheers from Germany

[@jonesie8377]

I absolutely love that you’re going to be doing more videos on the other parts that contribute to a happy life.

[@bo-ra2254]

loving how ali integrates bloopers to create a light vibe when discussing a somewhat serious topic

[@ZoeysMusings]

The emojis on the paper makes this sensitive topic more relatable and lighthearted. Looking forward to more content about relationships because Lord knows I need it 😂

[@tinaperez7393]

Lewis Howes' interviews and relationship therapist Esther Perel are good sources. And for communication skills, Eva Pompouros and Chris Voss are good too.

[@navi5044]

@@tinaperez7393 Are there books you could recommend? :)

[@yasminebouziane8843]

I'm curious to read this book. I liked the big points you talked about in this video. I've learned that when it comes to relationships, it's not about what you want, but what's right for you. Thanks, Ali

[@IndigoIndustrial]

Thanks for the summary in the description. Top content.

[@ShiniGamiGG]

The bar I really set for my partner is intellectual curiosity. I also already have the mindset that Ali talks about in this video; it’s just harder to date today.

[@GabrielCarvv]

Extremely good criteria!

[@shannondelima3028]

@@GabrielCarvv mine too has been this for years, but I've toned it down a bit. As long as you have friends or a social support system that fosters intellectual stimulation (and your partner is willing and able to jump along), then that's good enough. I used to think that she had to ALL the things...partners shouldn't, but should be ok with us getting different fixes from different places while supporting us and being there for us in other domains, as we should try to be there for them even though we aren't All the things they need. We used to have a village of people, now we just have one person and expect them to be everything. Quick route to disappointment if you ask me.

[@prapanthebachelorette6803]

Too relatable lol

[@ShiniGamiGG]

@@shannondelima3028 You are definitely correct in that we shouldn't ask our partners to be perfect. However, I am someone who gets bored relatively easily since I become hyperfixated on a topic. So if my partner does not grow/challenge me, I don't think I can see a future with them.

[@jatinsoni1979]

Way too relatable.

[@sumiranmaiskar]

I appreciate your take on relationships and love and such, definitely think we should put more thought and effort and time into them than we do

[@Jerrilynrene]

I love the way he talks! I love that he talks pretty fast, but slows down to emphasize certain points! What a great speaker! I’m in loveeee 🥰

[@xmanual]

Really well done. Watched this twice and took notes the second run through. It took two times through to catch the depth of this information.

[@DavidsGameplayMC]

I'm so excited for you to go more into stuff like this! I feel like people don't talk about it and act like it's not that important.

[@Dr.anisatariq]

It's been said before but worth repeating here, being happy in oneself or maximising in oneself should distract you from the idea of trying to find those maximums in others. You may not be completely in sync with everything but if you are happy in your own place or with friends and family then that shouldn't matter. Opposites can attract. As long as both are on the same page in terms of values, goals, what they expect from the relationship etc. Then you should be fine.

[@TheDam1776]

Just watched this video, loved it. I’m over 60 and just entered the dating world and your advice is just what I needed now.

[@michellesun2771]

just found your channel ali - and just wanted to say that this is the EXACT channel i have been trying to find. I AM SO HAPPY I found it!!!!!!!!!!!

[@cameraaction1996]

I have been following your channel for quite some time, and never felt you being so real, this video has more personalized you, so now feels like you’re not a superhuman anymore, you’re one of us) Loved this video 😊

[@BusinessTipsWithYulianna]

Reading before bed is one of the healthiest habits you can pick up in the digital age. So often screens are the last things you see before you go to her, and the first you reach for in the morning. Finding great book to add to the lost is always great.

[@nepaliyatri1766]

I have realized this recently and developed this habit about a month now. Makes me more positive, allows better sleep, and overall better life

[@c.j.5455]

I read on my phone🤣

[@aienbalosaienbalos4186]

Lol this comment is making me read again today

[@BusinessTipsWithYulianna]

@@aienbalosaienbalos4186 I am happy :) I love reading books 🤗📚

[@wesleyhargon]

Thanks Ali, I’ve been married for nearly two years now, and these were some things I considered before making that commitment! This was an excellent and thorough book review, adding it to my list now. 🙂

[@user-cn8xv6uc4b]

That's one of the best videos I've ever watched on KZbin. Well Done Ali!

[@donaqin]

Thank you for making this video! I'm a high school student, and I've been watching your videos for a long time. Recently, I'm also worried about some relationships in my life. Not only about love, but also friendships and family issues. I'm looking forwards to watching some videos about relationships in your channel. always support you~

[@Super8888Baby]

Be a maximizer professionally and about yourself. For life partner, you want the same values as your life partner. You want someone you love talking to. You want someone who matches your integrity, kindness, altruism, loyalty. Mismatches in these areas cause too much pain for the “better” person and the “worse” person will never be able to measure up.

[@unspecified6502]

I love your Sunday snippets Monday morning treat I devour ❤️🥺

[@apple4914]

Thank you for posting this. Very helpful

[@NaturalBeautyGlow]

Because of this video I’m reading this book And loving every single page! It’s very informative and engaging. Thanks!

[@InternetGirl1093]

I just recently read this book about a month ago and told all of my friends about it. I agree, it’s super helpful! I’m a hesitater so I never feel ready.

[@nick-paris]

Love the content here, also shout to the “Breakups dont have to leave you broken” TED talk you basically quoted word for word

[@felipecalegaris1780]

Thanks, Ali. I honestly think that you saved me so many times, such as productivity side, study side and now with my relationship side. Thanks

[@ahmadk.371]

From the bottom of my heart, thank you Ali for this fruitful video. I was thinking about this deeply in the last two months. Your video and this book opened my mind to different aspects of long term relationships, and I think I'm going into the right path. BTW I just ordered the book 😂!

[@irinaandonova1860]

This video came just in the right moment! Realized I am a maximizer who's been trying to become a satisficer but still entertains the thought of maybe there's someone better out there. Thanks, Ali!

[@gayatreenaikare3740]

Fighting well is really charming thing !! It was fun to listen to this book review !!💯

[@mansanas3012]

You’re the best youtuber ever. Your content ha so much value. Keep it up 💯💯💯

[@cynthia333]

When I followed the “life partner” and not the spark, it led to two kids and a contentious traumatic divorce where I lost one child. When I finally followed the spark and trusted in it, I’ve been in a tremendously happy, romantic and inspiring relationship for over ten years now and the spark is still with us every single day.

[@ras998]

This is beautiful but it sounds like you're a statistical outlier.

[@ccyoutube8793]

As long as my partner can pay for my electric bills that's only spark I need otherwise Im sticking to jam or peanut butter

[@fearless6947]

We followed the spark but will still split up. She went to look for other sparks

[@piriyaj1347]

My mom went against her family to follow the spark; it ended in divorce and 3-year bankruptcy. Now I’m following reason/life partner. I think I understand what you mean: it can be quite hard and dull. We all have less patience for the one we don’t truly love, but at the same time, we don’t tolerate ill behaviors or feel much pain from the one we don’t love either. No way is guaranteed right or wrong, we can only estimate and risk the consequences ourselves.

[@idkwhatsmynamelol9281]

It could be that your partner happened to also match the traits of a life partner which is why the relationship is successful. I'm sure if they didn't have those traits then that relationship would've gone south too. Either that or someone is tolerating the other person more than usual and the relationship is actually unequal as one person is satisfied while the other is pretending for convenience sake.

[@ladyesha]

I talk about relationship pshychology and I just realised I have always been the hesitator. Just recently I decided to ignore London weather and just start dating people lol. For me it’s always been like let me do this first then I will be ready etc. Like study first, exam first, now job first, now bigger job first, now loose weight more!! My tip: it starts with self awareness. Once you know you have this problem, just decide that you will ignore this problem for a while and just push yourself out there! ♥️

[@michellea866]

Thanks for the rec! I listened to it and thought it was great! It changed my view on love at first site and chemistry and all that.

[@majdadjebali]

Thank you so much for posting this ❤

[@ButterBub810]

Sounds like an interesting book, I'm definitely going to give it a read! Curious, did the book discuss that research has indicated that in older age single women are actually happier than both men and married women, and they have stronger non romantic relationships and social networks? For me, this information is important, not because I think people should give up on the idea of meeting someone, but because it helps relieve the pressure of dating because being single, particularly as you get older, isn't actually a big deal.

[@MissBerlinerin]

thank you! I needed to hear this today. I am soon 40, been single for 8 years and even if I feel fine most of the time, there is a part of me feeling like a failure for having no man by my side

[@user-bayan88]

To give up on the idea of dating someone, it’s said so nicely 👍

[@deborahjohnson5402]

I’m 52 and been single for quite a long time. But I love my own space and find friends to do fun things with. I’m not even sure what I’d do with a partner if that person was a noisy sleeper or messy. So I’m very happy being single but I also think about what potential joys there could be in finding a best friend.

[@camogrrl]

The statistics Agree. My mum is 77= all her female peers are happy to have “no one to cater too” in their older years. I often hear that husbands are hard work and as they don’t confide in male friends it’s the wife who carries 100% of that mans needs. That putting others first with hunsnab and kids is over and they are finally free to do what they need to be happy. Older men statistically 50% re-marry in six months becuse they have very few social connections or support networks, mainlybecuse their wife has arranged all their family and social activities for decades.

[@m.josena4485]

I’ve always heard this type of research and truly does give me comfort tbh

[@naijahijabi]

I completely agree with you, Ali! Finding a life partner is such a huge part of our lives and be a keystone factor in whether the rest of our life is "smooth sailing" or essentially otherwise and yet, we don't talk about it enough. I also recommend reading (if you haven't done so, already) "Attached: Identify your attachment style and find your perfect match" by Adam Levine and Rachel Heller. It talks about our attachment styles and how they contribute to helping us find, keep or sabotage romantic relationships. How and why a relationship might end up in flames/why you argue so much with your partner, even though you love them so very much, and also how to communicate more effectively. I found it really eye opening

[@drajackiegonzales]

Love it! 🙌🏽 definitely reading that book 💕

[@khabibnurmagomedov5931]

I just love the way Ali speaks!

[@PtolemyXVII]

I’m definitely a romanticist…and I usually trust my gut and follow the spark. I think our intuition tells us who we should be with

[@fyingfish9370]

OMG!! I have never read this book, but everything it says summarized my thoughts. I am a satisfiser and I never believe in the maximizer mindset. Recently I have a realization, after my recent breakup, that what I need in a life partner is a person who is emotionally concious, stable and mature, someone who is willing to learn, grow and develop, someone who has a mindset of a fighter and don’t easily give up. On top of my own standard. This realization comes up after I reflect on my recent breakup of a 4 year relationship and my past traumas from childhood.

[@nandesoramusiwa2419]

This was very informative, thank you ❤️ I've just learned something about myself.

[@TicketToLiterature]

This whole video is like revelation to me and I think most of the people who watch your videos on a regular basis are maximisers. Whenever I want to relax, I just watch or listen to your videos and I feel great after, Loving your content ❤️

[@maddyharvey7414]

Thank you for this. 🥰 I’m 25 and I’ve never felt insecure about being single until the last few months. I needed to remember that my time will come and continuing to work on what I can give to a relationship is key.

[@alexmak97]

Same here. But I feel like I will never be satisfied of myself to actually go on dates. 😅

[@GUITARTIME2024]

Epiphany Stage starting early.

[@nicholasvandepeer-boxall2923]

I would be interested to see you cover more of this Ali! I think that will be a great idea!

[@Ryan_Mikael]

That is amazing stuff !

[@Crazyguru1996]

Very well articulated, I needed to hear this rn, Thanks man

[@denises-a7819]

Loved this, thanks Ali!

[@fdoctor79]

I hope Ali finds that special someone to spend the rest of his life with. Can't wait to meet the future Mrs. Abdaal. Tfs

[@Abrii101]

This video is not about productivity, yet when I heard your voice I started looking at things I should do. I made your voice and videos as my conditioned reflex to be productive.

[@vera9058]

SAME lol

[@Ryan_Mikael]

Same !!! It’s become a reflex

[@mikebutala17]

This was the perfect video to watch in my situation

[@mujdahakime2345]

Amazing summary and I love the shy smiles that pop up through out the video

[@samuraiyun219]

Just read most of this book, awesome recommendation. Just what I needed.

[@lntg]

This was incredibly insightful and interesting. 🙌🏻

[@intentionalliving7326]

Yes! Recalibrating over here 😁🤷🏻‍♀️

[@theromanticlife2907]

This is undoubtedly the most useful video I’ve seen recently 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@lulub5059]

Ali, please keep making more relationship videos 🥰. Some marvellous tips and analyses. Would love to see more. Thank you.

[@nayanpatel1036]

I am a dentist and I saw toothbrushes on the coverpage of this book so I clicked to watch it but nothing was mentioned about it haha; however, i am very happy that I watched this entire video and found it so useful as I currently search for a life partner. Thank you Ali!

[@dimpleb6013]

Haha same!

[@mz2351]

U r so funny 😆 click in because of the toothbrush

[@myhana90]

Same journey! Best of luck!

[@alyssawoodman]

Lol this made me laugh

[@HuzaifaMuhammadSIddique]

I paused the video on Tip # 1 I went on the google book previews and opened up this book. I gave the quiz and my scores are: Romanticizer: 13 Maximizer: 14 Hesitater: 15 After watching the Tip # 2 section I believe I am a satisficer, and yes it's GREAT!

[@dread3443]

I listened to the end because I just like your accent. I did learn a few things. But not in terms of dating. Great review. Thanks.

[@fridanaga]

such a great summary and video!! great job, loved the review

[@seekingdepth]

Great video Ali! I felt like I heard a fresh perspective about dating and relationships after a long time. And I could totally relate to being a maximiser as well. I’m planning to start reading this book right away on my kindle. Thanks!

[@intentionalliving7326]

Such fresh perspectives on the subject 🤩

[@samuelvilz]

Chris Williamson (Modern Wisdom) recommended the book "Attached" recently, and I loved it! You might enjoy it, too, Ali :) When it comes to dating, it feels like obligatory reading as well. At the very least, it did clear up many things for me.

[@bellaferreir6732]

Gosh! This video is SO eye opening!!! Thank YOU! 🤍

[@Quintopia1]

Great vid Ali, thank you for this recommendation!!