The Key To A More Interesting Life
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Dear Nathaniel,
Roughly a year and a half ago, I was a lost and scared teenager, bearing the pressures of school, family and my future. I didn’t know where I was supposed to go. I was a freshly polished and delicate vessel headed through a sea of fog.
I had sent an email to you asking for advice on finding clarity in my future, and you replied. Your words on living life as though you are experimenting with it, had stuck with me from that day onwards.
Despite a difficult year, my high school life is coming to an end in a few months, but because of your inspiring work and wisdom, I have a direction. I have strength and a raw passion and curiosity for life.
You have changed my life more than you realise. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.
Ok boomer
Slam_24 what did he actually say to you?
Hey. I hope you're doing well now!
I would just really appreciate if you shared what he told you as I am kind of in a similar situation. Stay safe❤️
That is beautiful! This example of touching other people souls is so inspiring! I'm very happy for you!
Keep at it. Good luck
"Be Interested, not Interesting"
what about both?
@@steffenblok1529 to be interesting, you have to be interested first :-)
@nyctophil if you are concerned with being interesting, that says to me you require validation from others. If one is truly content with oneself, one need not show his worth. He knows his worth.
Social anxiety trigger
underrated comment
I read that someone’s therapist told them “you don’t have to be hopeful about life, or the future, it’s enough to be curious about it” I think that’s really helpful also if you feel down in life
It is. It truly is
Thankyou for this
amazing
Thats a positive outlook. However, I cant muster up curiosity let alone hope or interest because I know the likelihood of what my future will bring and its not good. Its hard to be curious about misery.
This is both visually and ideologically appealing.
Agree !!! So pretty
He tells you important things that could change the way you see the world, but he manages to make everything look so cool and poetic, every video that he makes inspires me to improve myself and that's why I like him.
Damiano Casula agree
It's like Nathan always predicts what's going on with our feelings currently and he just makes the accurate video for it haha. What an awesome video, thank you!!
exactly!
I think it is youtube that brought to you here, as youtube knew you needed something like this to consume :) .
Yes! Every video I watch from him describes what I'm feeling atm
Totally! It makes me wonder if there is a pattern in everyone's life?!
Maybe because you are acquainted with his beliefs and have been following him for a while, you are pretty much undergoing the same journey as him
Curiosity is a practice, like most things, and can become a lifelong habit if we try. But oh how it takes the energy out of me.
100% agree!
so true!! but it also makes you feel more alive
Dude stop, it doesn't really require practice.
It's the natural state if you don't get too anxious or depressed
Just learn to chill and observe
@@ritishmadaan4516 comes more naturally to some than others. And over the years I've found myself becoming less curious or inquisitive about things. Everything.
@@ritishmadaan4516 Correct me if I'm misguided, but your advice to "just learn to chill and observe" seems to be a way of practicing curiosity. As I've grown older, I've become less curious - and I'm still very young. It's my view that as we age and become more familiar with the world, the novelty of being where we are wears away. Because of that loss of wonder, if we're not careful we also lose our sense of curiosity. We become more set in our ways. To stay inquisitive through our lifetime is to actively combat this natural, cognitive hardening.
The key to a more interesting life is to be more interested in life. I like how things are simple, we overthink too much. :)
Well said! :)
Exactly
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Sometimes it’s so creepy to me how similar we are.
definately samee
I feel the same
Ojuolape human?
Sometimes it’s so creepy to me how similar we are.
Creative Name100 curious. Always.
"Inside every cynical person is a disappointed idealist." - George Carlin
“Curiosity killed the cat..” is only one part of the quote ..”but satisfaction brought it back”
@@MyNontraditionalLife the satisfaction that you get after getting the answer for what you were curious about.
oh wow, never knew there was a second part!
I’m going to make my own quote based on this ‘Nosiness killed the cat but curiosity brought it back.’
I think when people say the first part they mean someone is being nosy. Not the same as being curious although some people are both.
@@DrawingsFromAnna These "second parts" are almost always made up, they're just used to get help rid of the dumb ideas of the first part that was the standalone saying. They're helpful, it's not good to always listen to sayings.
also.. cats have like 9 lives
When I watch old people I always wonder about their lives and how they got to that age. did they struggle? was it a happy life?
I do this all the time too!
Never is "always happy". We all have to learn that every people struggle in their own way
Ask a buddhist
Same here. Or what they looked like and thought about their future. Did they feel like I do know even though its a different era.
Hello gaby If you have a question about life and don't find the answer, I suggest reading the quran, maybe you will find the answer
Curiosity is what keeps you seeing the magic in the world that we naturally do when we are young. To be an old soul but young at heart, let that inner child play everyday.
totally agree :)
Yess🔥
This guy helped me get out of a very dark place and inspired me to start my own channel. Thank you bro.
Respect bro, best of luck
Amazing bro!
By the way when did you start your channel?
Wishing nothing but the best for you!
@@DarkKnight-em8rm In May this year.
@@MichaelMSwart Thank you so much mate.
"if you're curious enough about something, you'll find your way" i think in many cases this is very true
It seems like all creatives/ artists people watch. We learn so much about ourselves simply by observing others.
Learning never ends! It gives life meaning.
Amen to that 🙌
sometimes only
No it doesnt. It gives you a distraction from reality
I think curiosity can change how you see the world. It's beautiful. The more you question, the more you understand how complex the world is (and how little you know). Beautiful video ❤️
"What we know is a drop, what we don't know is an ocean."
dark
Sic mundus
*This reminds me of the journey into the wondrous world of philosophy I embarked on back when I was 11 and read Sophie`s World for the first time. The concept of curiosity is exactly what he was talking about through the voice of the teacher in the book, warning for Sophie to become world-weary. Great message, great video man. I`m with you and now - 12 years later - I try to remind myself to stay curious as often as I can, following the words I read so many years ago.* I`ll leave this quote here from Sophie`s World:
“To Summarize briefly: A white rabbit is pulled out of a top hat. Because it is an extremely large rabbit, the trick takes many billions of years. All mortals are born at the very tip of the rabbit's fine hairs. where they are in a position to wonder at the impossibility of the trick. But as they grow older they work themselves even deeper into the fur. And there they stay. They become so comfortable they never risk crawling back up the fragile hairs again. Only philosophers embark on this perilous expedition to the outermost reaches of language and existence. Some of the fall off, but other cling on desperately and yell at the people nestling deep in the snug softness, stuffing themselves with delicious food and drink.
'Ladies and gentlemen,' they yell, 'we are floating in space!' but none of the people down there care.
'What a bunch of troublemakers!' they say. And they keep on chatting: Would you pass the butter, please? How much have our stocks risen today? What is the price of tomatoes? Have you heard that Princes Di is expecting again?”
Such a classic. Loved that book.. I read it as a teenager
Im currently reading Sophie's World and im loving it! Its such a great book!
@@ambrosettichannel975 Enjoy!!
So basically: philosophers are grown kids, who never let go of their curiosity.
I’m so appreciative of your journey and your projection of things you’re learning and growing with. I feel so alone sometimes being a deep thinker who thinks into EVERYTHING but your consistency in challenging the everyday is truly inspiring.
So thank you.
You can learn so much from other people! Love talking to older people on how there life was and there way of thinking. Lets learn from each other!
Oh yes! When I was younger, I was like “nah, u don’t understand, ur too old” but now I’m like “SHARE WITH ME UR WISDOM PLS” 😄
What is the most profound thing u hv learned from elderly people?
*We should always be open minded and seek to know more because there’s always more to know* 🙏
I'm the 100th like
This video doesn't just have a great point, but the way you present you content has definitely improved (beautiful scenes, motions, colors, sound.. everything is so well composed and produced, top-notch!) And congrats on 1M subs, well deserved :)
I needed this.
So badly.
I don’t know how you do it, but you always seem to create a video that I need to watch and carefully listen to for the betterment of my life, or mental health. Thank you.
This moved and resonated with me so much that I had tears streaming down my face. I‘ve been feeling anxious and sad and empty and regretful and lost and this makes so much sense and was very comforting to hear; it really gave me hope. I particilarly liked the ‚experiments’ mentality and will try to apply that to my own life:) The idea is so clever and beautiful and the accompanying video supports it so beautifully. God bless you for putting this light into the world ✨
You might not be aware, and I'm sure I'm not the only one that feels this way, but thank you so much for being there for me❤ everytime you make a video you help soooooo much with putting things in perspective. Please don't stop🙏🏼
I just discovered your channel today and I have watched a few of your videos. Your way of thinking and asking questions is a breath of fresh air. I have been in a bit of a rut lately and you have helped me find that spark to get back going. For that, I thank you. Keep exploring and asking questions. Cheers.
hey nathaniel thank you for making these videos and being yourself and caring about other people. you're different than most people in an amazing way. i've been going through a rough part of my life where i'm completely uninspired and unmotivated to do anything and it sucks because a year ago i was killing it and on top of the world, anyways i bet you're not going to see this but thank you- you've reignited something in me that i've been trying to find. seriously you and your videos mean a lot to me thank you
It's so strange and weirdly satisfying to see another human being in other end of the world dealing with the same questions like me. Your insights and thoughts are highly relatable and relevant. Keep up the good work nath🦋
You're an artist. The quality of these videos is crazy!
dude, thank you for providing videos that give those of us who are going through similar experiences a meaningful lens to understand these things.
I appreciate a lot how you talk about enjoying the little things in life that are often forgotten. It is with your impressive sense of humility that you explore the world around us in a "series of experiments" in yet another great video... Thank you Nathaniel !
We should be curious all the time, in order to learn about the world around us and to expand our way of thinking. Great thoughts! 😊
I’m from the UK and it never ceases to amaze me how it’s still light after 10pm during summer
Can't stop watching your videos Nathan. You're such a good communicator
I always appreciate your videos. Thank you for continuing to explore and create.
I heard this in an interview with a person suffering from chronic depression. When asked why she still kept living despite feeling suicidal, she said she was curious to see what would happen the next day. And now I’ve adopted this way of thinking too 💜
That's very helpful for me. Thank youI
The B- Roll in this one is particularly beautiful
The more videos I see of you, the more I want to just go to you and have a good conversation and experience something toguether. Time, place, people, emotions, ideas. Bless you man!!! 🙏🏾🧡🌻
I always appreciate how thoughtful your reflections are and how truly insightful your videos are. One of my favorite content creators:)
This video is so inspiring, I wanted to fall back in love with learning because I always loved learning but school made me hate it. It is my focus for this summer.
Same. Our school system is a disaster
Incredibly thought provoking. This is a piece of art ♥️
Every time I say this is my fav video of yours, I find myself inspired by another one. But I can relate to this one a lot I could listen to it over and over.
Can't get enough of your beautiful shots, editing skills, soothing voice and deep message! oh and that smile too!
I simply learn something new every time watching your videos. Keep it up brother
same here :)
Now that I’ve graduated from university I’ve wondered how to continue learning post my formal education. Thank you so much for inspiring me to continue and persevere with my lifelong learning journey Nathan ❤️
Also, thank you for giving me that little push to ignore fear and put myself out there by starting my own UA-cam channel 🥰
Hey! Nathaniel is truly amazing, he’s inspiring people on so many levels.
I just stopped by ur channel and saw that u made videos about Thailand (where I come from) I hope that ur truly enjoying ur time there. Which is ur favorite place??
@@MindNow I agree!! Absolutely fell in love with Thailand! My favourite place is Khao Sok National Park!! I've got a video about it coming on Monday
I am so much thankful for coming across your channel. I’ve been inspired by your outlook in life and I swear I’ve learned so much from binge watching your videos. Greetings from the Philippines! I hope to get to meet you someday.
Curiosity and willingness to learn from things around you is a great way to live life for real.
Thank you! A beautiful video and awesome message!!!
Aside from your message, love the lens you used for that radially blurred footage
The "space" animation was so cool
Your honest approach to life is something to admire. I have an appreciation for someone humble and able to admit life is difficult at certain stages. We all have a vision of how success looks, but in the last few months, I realised that my close relationship brought much more joy than reaching my goals.
You manage to express so many of my thoughts into words or visuals. I always love your videos.
“The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing.” - Albert Einstein.
Thank you Nathaniel for inspiring all of us through your videos. ❤
I love that quote
He is amazing!!
"One of the things that make humans is curiosity."
Don't waste this superpower!!
Congratulations on a million! Im proud to say ive been here for a while
Thank you for making the videos you make and talking about the things you talk about. It makes my mind feel better and me less alone. Sending good vibes your way!
6:49 Gandhi's autobiography is also titled "The Story of My Experiments with Truth".
Damn beard on point man I’m jealous 😂
Love your work, thank you for so eloquently articulating what so many of us feel
A sincere Thank you Nathaniel ! Your videos are a thing I look for when I feel down or in a similar mood. Your words come fro, dozens of reads and years of curiousity leading you to who you are today! Thank you and keep inspiring
When it's come to.. filming and storytelling noOne can beat Nathaniel
"I think curiosity is what makes life worth living" That's it!! That is ittttt!! Thank you!!
Your videos are so beautiful and inspiring. I agree with what you said about curiosity requiring space - I’m slowly building up the courage to break free!
I love this video! The best advice I ever received was to talk to others about themselves - I am so curious about other people's stories, no matter their background, and it has really helped me to become more open to the world around me, and also to get out of a pretty dark place. Stay curious!
Wasn't expecting the "is mayonnaise an instrument?" Question 😂
right??? lmaoooo
I'm tempted to google it. 😂
It’s a guitar brand :)
@@Limemill oohh that explains a lot 😂
AksLeMec it’s spelled Mayones, though, but sounds the same
"If you are curious enough for something, you'll find a way"
Powerful quote :D
One of my favorite channels. You do so great at creating content that is really enriching to watch.
This was easily one of your best videos yet Nathaniel, truly inspiring. Thank you
The first vedieo on the recommendation of my homepage.
Reham Shouman UA-cam can see into your soul.....!!🤣
Yeeeeees!! To look at the world with wonder and awe and curiousity, to treat like as a playful EXPERIMENT! I love the quote by Danny Kaye, “Life is a great big canvas, and you should throw all the paint on it you can.” I live my life by this and talk about these concepts on my channel as well. So important! :)
I love your videos. It’s like hearing from a good friend when you’re feeling down. Somehow you know exactly what to say
The quality of your content and your skills in delivering a story is honestly incredibly pleasing and time-worthy to watch.
I love your work, man. You have a way of thinking that I just don't see in a lot of people.
So true. He is an inspiration for a LOT of people 🙏
Infj
Curiosity let’s is grow. We should all embrace it 😊❤️
it's amazing how i found you in this world. keep up the good work man, you're amazing
I just can't stop telling thank you for sharing your thoughts with such a great audience, keep going, we really appreciate you
Ok but can we just appreciate those amazing clips taken with your cool swirly lens haha I can’t remember exactly what you called it but it’s just takes your work to a whole other level! 🙌
Anna K I haven‘t heard him mention the lens in a video but it looks to me like he‘s using a „Helios 44M 58/f2“
He’s talked about it on his ig before, he’s said it’s some sort of vintage lens - I wish I could remember the name of it
Hey Nathaniel at 3:10 there’s a glitch I guess it’s caused by the Adobe Premiere Pro exporting problem I experienced it as well. Just to let you know.
I actually thought it was intentional, like a part of what he meant with his message. If otherwise, It quite filled the video with an unintentional glitch that can be viewed just as part of it
@@anandatorquato Agreed! I thought the same!
Well like Bob Ross said: “There are no mistakes only happy accidents” ☺️
Jesus is there a glitch in there? that seemed smooth and intentional
@@ChasingObstacles Haha, good point! :D
This video was really what I needed
I will be re-watch ing it again for few more times to apply them in my corner of the world .
You know how much of a Procastinatinator I am and how many time I skip past your video in my youtube feed but they always comes back to me when i am feeling down/sloth/disappointed/despair ...
But they always hit my points and try to inspire me to find more creativity/meaning in life.
Im grateful to watch such a good quality, well informed video like this.
Your videos usually seem to spark a positive feeling in me when I need it. That spark pulls me from a “stuck” place, which could be boredom or something darker. Thanks!
The first shot made me think of the movie Inception , those kids seemed like his children!
I find myself reaching for my phone so much and practicing bad habits and feeling down because of them yet these videos help. There’s something about how Inspirational these videos are for me and living my best life. It’s a crazy thing to think how one guy on UA-cam, one channel about someone else’s life can help and inspire me to do so much more.
Omg so much lifted my mood. The content you make. Shows an easy perspective
And brings back hope. I can't explain in words.. But thanks
Nathan, GREAT CONTENT!!! You're an amazing INSPIRATION for my new UA-cam Channel that I started after I lost by job during the pandemic. Congrats on all of the success, and to everyone else...NEVER GIVE UP!!!
Hell yeah man! Sorry to hear about ur job, but I’m glad that u keep on going and never giving up 🙏
@@MindNow Thank you, it's not easy...but I really appreciate it! Making the most of this situation.
The moment when you start to be curious about your own life, and yourself is the moment that will completely change you.
Whole my life I've been comparing myself to others. I've always been interested more in others lives than in my. Why? Because I was so unhappy that I was so scared to deal with it. I escaped in social networks, in smoking, in doing things that effected my soul and my body. The biggest twist happened when my phone has been stolen. I had plenty of time, and I didn't know what to do. I had to be present in my life because I didn't have where to escape. That is the moment when I got face to face with my reason of being unhappy. So I started to question myself why. After so many q's and possible a's, I found the answer. (And that is not escaping or ignoring the problem. I found the way to cross it and solve it. First step is to accept the problem, and then deal with it.)
Ps. I am bad at English.
So true. I guess it was a helping hand that your phone was stolen. I blessing in disguise :)
I just recently found your channel and am devouring your videos. Absolutely beautiful, insightful, and inspiring. TY for your work!
This video leaves one big question for me: Where in hell have your glasses gone?🤔
The thumbnail 😂
😀😁😂
@@marymutunga2933 yeah maybe he forgot them there😂
"I'm currently on a very interesting assignment called 'Being Nathaniel'" Nathaniel Drew. He touches on the importance of being curious about ourselves, which I think is very thought provoking.
He just talk what you want to hear. Be yourself it will be much beneficial
@@x99999x That's what Nathaniel is saying he is doing the Being Nathaniel experiment and Sara will do the Being Sara. You will do the being 9999 experiment and I will do the being Eyoel Experiment. We'll know about ourselves that way.
This really gave me a lot to think about, thank you! And I just wanted to say that your videos are just getting better and better :) Love your subtle sound design!
Congratulations on one million. Clearly, so well deserved. You're one of my favorite UA-camrs.
I find curiousity as both the cause to suicide or the only reason to not commit suicide.
My curiosity of life has outweighed my curiosity of death.
What kind of things are you curious about?
I’m curious how I always end up coming to a Nathaniel Drew video so early and still haven’t gotten a heart from Nathan, it would be nice one day ❤️
desperation for validation
A true philosopher. Thank you Nathaniel, your videos always open my mind to new perspetives!
The choice of visuals go so well, thank you.
Love how mature you are for your age!
It’s crazy to see how some people how mature so early right? I on the other hand am a late bloomer 😂
he still a kid. he’s still in exploration stage of life just like all kids in their 20’s
3:40 when he said" we don't have a history of treating each other well"I felt it !!
Man your content is so beautiful. The brightest light on the internet for me right now.
I actually have to watch Nathaniel's videos twice or thrice to get the points clear. These videos are so inspirational
This is why I started studying Anthropology..
Because you wanted to be more curious?
@@MindNow because I am curious
DianaTopia makes sense 😄 I just actually to look up for the word “anthropology” and what it means.
Eh, Anth will serve ya well if you're into the micro level of systems of kinship and the symbolic processes that drive human action. If youre more into the macro also definitely study some sociology
Mind Now 😄😄🙌🏻