Seems to me @TheDiaryOfACEO that you need to interview someone with another angle on why young people are having heart attacks, looking at a majority of the comments.
Mo is right about the podcasts...Your interviews touch on such deep topics, having one a week would give me the ability/time to really digest the information. Just my take...but then I'm no billionaire so perhaps I'm not your target audience. I will say, as someone who has faced the very real possibility of death on more than one occasion, the time you have with your girlfriend may be unexpectedly shortened...do yourself a favor and use the time you have to make the most of what you have. My husband and I celebrate the anniversary of when we met, when we married and the anniversary of every month...And I know that one day I will look back and be glad we did.
I'm pretty sure Gid didn't put us on earth to be e slaved as workers to make few people very rich. We are cogs in a machine, that's not living, it's existing.
1 year of chronic work related stress caused autoimmune disease that almost killed me. The business owner begged me to stay so I stayed until I finally ended up in the hospital. My shutting down body forced me to quit my job. It took me 3 months to build my body back and nearly went homeless. I almost lost everything. I will NEVER sacrifice my health to help someone else get rich ever again!
But will you do it to make yourself rich? While you were indeed working for someone else, you were still doing it for personal gains (money, status etc).
Yeah and top of that, when you do heal, what? Are you really suppose to desire being your higher self. " which could be someone who helps these rich scum " like you could want to be a nurse. However, you were descieved by these people and now you lost ALL DESIRE to want to help these people.
I am just as stubborn as you! I don’t know there was anyone else out there that can completely ignore your way into an autoimmune disorder. 🥴 I hope you’re doing better!
I feel this. I made half a million for a company just to see barely anything from it. All I got was stress, tears, and a mental break down. My mom died from autoimmune response to stress. So I'm happy you survived although almost being homeless is so stressful too. I hope you are in a much better place in life.
Steve, Mo is right. More than one Podcast per week is too much. Not just too much for you, but too much for us. There isn’t time to keep up with them all. Thanks for a brilliant episode. Mo is a rock star.
@grahambiggs5438 Spot on. Most of Mo's / Steve's podcast are so full of wisdom, that I hear them multiple times (usually while swimming). What is interesting that I pause the podcast for reflection at different times each time I listen to it. Basically, listening to it again triggers new thoughts. Which is amazing. Long story short: 3 podcasts would be too much. One would be actually perfect
I honestly started crying with the last question and answer. I feel like I watch so many podcasts and listen to speakers and conversations but Mo is such a beautiful soul. So much wisdom. Very grateful to be able to listen to these podcasts. Thank you.
I love how vulnerable you allow yourself to be with different guests. You’re very inspiring And a breath of fresh air, for our younger population especially ❤❤
Anyone who has lost someone close to them & has experienced bereavement can relate to this. It puts everything into perspective and makes us reassess our priorities. I lost both my parents at a young age and view life very differently to my friends who have not been through it. Great podcast
#blackexcellence Waiting for people like this to rejuvenate and revive black metropolises like Detroit, Michigan………there’s a lot of excellence 2 cum, im sure
“You’re releasing two podcast sets a week? Crazy! Crazy! You’re stressing yourself and you’re stressing your viewers!” 😅😅😅 funny… but I have to agree Steve.. these podcast guests pour SO much information, wisdom and knowledge into my brain that it takes a good week to digest it all! Having to keep up with two a week IS a lot to handle and chew on!…
I'm glad you raised this experience. I stopped listening consistently because some topics are heavy or I've had a lot to chew on; however, I am still here. I too provide a weekly program and If I follow the stats and the prods from social media, I'd be posting something everyday! ( I do not have a big following) and they say you must grow it with a lot of actions and posts. It is crazy. I like what I do and the content I share, but I have empathy for the viewers. Also, these companies will not put me on the threadmill and ruin my life.
Yes! One per week is more than enough. I love you and what you’re doing and can’t keep up. Have burnt out before and have clear boundaries so won’t listen to them all…
Wow!!! This is so deep. One of the best episode of the Diary of a CEO. Mr Mo got me thinking and rethinking how and why I live my life. For what??? Like he said, life is supposed to be lived and we spent most of the time planning to live ....THAT WAS DEEP. Thank you Steven for bringing such amazing guests and thanks Mo for sharing these gems with us❤🙏
Best interview EVER! Do one episode like this a month, enjoy the immense impact you create and reduce the stress in your own life. That’s real success! We don’t need more money, more power, more status, more productivity, more efficiency, more “things” in our lives… We need more fulfillment, contentment, peace, love, appreciation, gratitude and joy- and these things cost nothing. Love,love, love your show…
While I fully agree with the comment, I can speak from my personal experience that this path is also a pretty lonely one from a romantic point of view, at least for the time being. Women very very rarely want a man that doesn't chase conventional status (money, power, ownership of "things").
@@gracemitchell698 Just the material bit, as the achievements are already there (still got ways to go though) but in areas that matter to me. That being said, I have not lost hope and I'm quite happy with my life. With a bit of luck, one day I will also be able to also reach my goal of starting a family.
He’s right. 2x a week is too much. These are long. They take time to get through, let us digest them. Give us time to get hungry for the next one, to get excited when an interview drops.
I came to the comments to write the same message! I also would like to catch up on old episodes, but they are hundreds. It's impossible. Two a week has only been discouraging me even to start a new episode...
Steven one podcast a week is enough… we all are time deprived… let us digest and look forward to the next podcast please ❤ one of my favourite guests, he has walked the walk and has so much wisdom at the same time he still has to continue to work on himself 🙏🏽💕
My experience was like being at the family dining table and listening to a father and son being authentically helpful, loving, and kind to one another. Thank you for the gift
Now that I'm more deeply into this encounter, I see how true your words are. There's an expression on Stephen's face I've never seen before. It is young, listening, heeding. It may not slow him down right away, but the seed is planted.
Mo has been on this show like... 3-4 times now... and every time, it's amazing. I love his perspective. This man has RESILIENCE, as most of us know he suffered a tremendous loss of a child. I have the utmost respect for MG, and I thank Steven for bringing Mo back on. Your team should discuss having Mo on like once a week or month and call it a DOAC 'Mo' Minute... but I'd listen to Mo Gawdat for hours.
Setting Limits and Prioritising the Important Stuff was the crux of this talk for me. Trouble is we just don't see this until we are in our 50/60's. Three hours of total engagement. Brilliant!
Thanks for the tl;dr. If I were on a long journey and had time to kill then I'd watch or listen to it, but I have a few days off work and 3 hours is a big chunk of the time I need to relax and recuperate.
You are so right regarding the childhood impact on stress-I saw my parents fighting so much to pay the bills-They only told me to study hard and always have a job which I did-started as an intern with IBM at 19 years old and never stopped working like crazy for big IT companies. I am glad COVID gave us the opportunity to work from home and rebalance our work life balance. Now I put myself first!! I want to enjoy my life with a peaceful mind and have time to go to the gym. I wish I have done these changes earlier!
Absolutely agree, I thank the bad thing that happened, covid, for the adjustments we made in working from home. I was working a ft job and serving at night as a single mom not realizing I had really neglected my presence in my daughter's life, and in being there for myself. I now have time to have a better relationship with her, my family, with eating right, with looking at my finances. I stopped eating the fast food I was bringing home cuz im too tired to cook. Everything changed for the better. Good changes came from a tough situation.
@@ElinWinbladidk I think it depends on the person. My sister works from home. I notice the major disadvantage of working from home is that it’s probably harder to fit in the time to get vitamin d through walks. It’s harder to buy food to cook meals as lots of convenience stores are situated near to stations. However there is more freedom over your schedule as you don’t have to commute or even dress up to go work, depending on the role.
I learned how to practice happiness because of Mo Gawdat. I taught myself how to keep on going in spite of the difficulties of life also because of him. Thank you so much Mo and Steven. My life has grown a lot easier because I listened to the two of you have a conversation. I am open to learning something new in this episode.
I feel that one like button is not enough for this episode. Very different from 99.9 percent of the advice out there telling you to keep pushing to more success fame and money. It made me cry many times and I picked up the phone and called my family halfway through it ❤ Thank you so much for this one.
THIS EPISODE WAS GOLD!!! I am a minister in Japan helping people navigate relationships, life, spirituality, etc. Thank you Steve for your transparency and thank you Mo for your boldness and pursuit of true happiness for all. There were many nuggets in this podcast that I will be "chewing on" so to speak and using to my disposal in my own life and work! Great Work!
Totally agree as it has taken me a few weeks to watch, digest and re watch due to so many gems, all resonated with me, but needed to listen on repeat as Mo spoke to me. Quality over Quantity
First off these two men have changed my life drastically in the last year. Everytime I see they’re gonna be in a the pod together I feel like it’s Christmas! Cus I know I’m gonna learn soooo much!!! The message in this pod today hit hard & was needed for myself! It’s exactly what I needed to hear of all day TODAY!!!! THANK U!!! Sending this to all of my people that I love!!!
Listen, we need to slow down. Pay attention to our hearts and remember to be grateful for what we do have. There is always someone out there that has it worse than we do. One thing I notice - there's lots of hate right now. In some cases, many cases, its warranted. Try and pray for the ones that make you angry - stay in the moment whenever you can, hold your loved ones close. Much love to everyone.
All interviews with Mo have been awesome, but this one really hit hard multiple times. Thank you both for your honesty and vulnerability. Amazing, important and much needed conversation.
One of many things I really like about this channel is the fact that there’s long duration quality documentary chats with no ads whatsoever!!!! You can easily fall asleep to these things lol, but they’re really interesting to hear as well
If you can pay for your living space, energy bills, transport to work, food and occasional treats then it shouldn't be a stress. When it is look at the millions of people who can't afford these things and you'll feel better
I just woke up from only 3.5 hours of sleep. Not sleeping well, stress etc. Well, it’s interesting that I grab my phone and this is what I see first. You literally posted this 11 minutes or so ago. Is this fortuitous? I think I am going to like this interview. Thank you.
Hey Mo's Back! I had to quit the best job I ever had because of anxiety and panic attacks. I just remember constantly wanting to excel but couldn't because of the environment. The pre-work anxiety was unbearable.
I did the same and found a more relax job atmosphere there’s no constantly stress and I get to enjoy my days and my life daily… i knew it was time to change and I did ❤
Same here! Was signed off for 15 months due to work related stress due to toxic work environment Never again will I allow any job to stress me out again.
He is exactly right! You do too many in a week. I cannot listen to the entire episode in one sitting and I want to consume all of these amazing conversations!! ❤ Steve - it boggles my mind how much emotional wealth I have gained from listening to these conversations … and you are just a baby!! Meaning I’m old enough to be your mom. 😊. Thank you for putting this out in the universe!
Mo genuinely seems like such a wonderful guy, could listen to him all day. I'm glad he decided to share his knowledge and thoughts with the world. Absolutely love every podcast you've had with him.
One of the most kindest conversation I have listened to..I have been my most stressful self this entire year, this is the 1st time ever I have felt this calmness in my soul..thanks for this episode Steve..it's gonna change many people's life..
My takeaway message: Live your life fully, better balance planning for future vs. enjoying the moment. Cherish your time with your loved ones as nobody knows when they will be gone. Great podcast!
Likely one of the most important podcasts that I have ever listened to and watched. Thank you for sharing this with us all. You are truly an asset to humanity. Mo is by far one of the premier philosopher kings of our time. His loss, journeys through grief, and wisdom to mentor Stephen are remarkable. Please keep this quality coming. I will recommend as often as I can because everyone deserves to hear this conversation.
I don’t know how anyone can watch this and not subscribe. The scope of topics and ideas, the flow of the conversation, the vulnerability of world class people… it is astounding. I don’t know of a better podcast, or a podcast host, Steven. This is some top-shelf content that has been changing my life as I am sure it is benefiting others as well. Many blessings to you and yours Steven.
Was not expecting that tail end segment about relationships. I came into the podcast thinking I'd get a lesson on how to handle stress but walked away with life lessons, or experiences at the very least, that my parents have never even once talked to me about. It's absurd how I'm learning more about life by listening to random strangers talk than from the people who raised me.
I do know how you feel, I say to people often with no irony at all, that I am nearly 50 and only just learning how to become human, and it is because of all of these podcasters and psychologists and therapists on youtube. But it makes sense that the bigger variety of people you learn off then the more you will learn.
“You don’t have to change a thing, you have to change the intention of why you’re doing those things.” 2:52:30 Intention is everything. So incredibly grateful for this podcast - Steven and your guests, you are changing lives.
Today is the third day of a long overdue vacation. I listened to this podcast twice...started at 6:30am EST. Powerful stuff. Now time to go do it. Thanks Steven.🇯🇲
The relationship Mo and Steve have, they should have a permanent series. Once a month. Talking about these topics. It's so much more engaging when two people actually care about each other and are making their intimate 1:1 conversations, public. More please!
I love Mo Gawdat each time you have him on, he's here for the honesty and always shares his entirely honest opinion regardless if the audience is going to agree or not, you know you're getting the truth with him each and every time. A quality people are consistently becoming afraid of or afraid of those that are comfortable to share in this way. It's always refreshing.
This was one of the best conversation i saw in the last years. This was really much more than a simple "podcast" this was wisdom, this was friendship, this was vulnerability, this was new perspectives... this was simply amazing. Thank you both for this!
I think what Mo is telling Steven at the end of the interview is to be a Role model for all of us. If Steven were to openly change his priorities, slow down the success chase and cut down on his workload, a number of people will follow in his example...
Wow! The way Mo communicated his needs to his very good friend is so informative. Using logic in relationship and having the wisdom to take care of one's own mental health first and then taking loving action steps to execute...what kind of impact with this have on relationships if we all learned this skill.
Officially the longest podcast I have entirely listened. Great chat. And Mo is right you have a way of having people want to hear you, which not many can do as well as you. Thanks for what you do
Speaking off ceilings… where in hell is the ceiling for the amount of value I receive from Mo Gawdat and Diary of a CEO podcast. This is the most amazing! 👉🏾✨✨✨ #GratitudeMuch!
Prioritized my well being 4 yrs ago & cut work back to what feels tolerable (I'm self employed) & have a good work life balance now. Problem is that I'm now 30g's in debt which creates an entirely different steess. Cost of living went up so much & I've considered moving & cutting costs, have consulted 5 or 6 advisors over the past 4 yrs & there's no good solution.. there are no reasonable ways to cut costs.. so problems arise when prioritizing your well-being which in turn is bad for your well-being... it's tricky to figure out the balance which is partly why people don't try.. it's tough
@@constancewalsh3646 @constancewalsh3646 Very good to consider. My livelihood (my work) depends on both a relatively convenient living location as well as a good internet connection. I do get the cheapest one I can, though.. do not have any TV packages, no cable, don't buy Starbucks, don't eat out, etc, do all the right things.. that's why the advisors had no advice.. definitely do try to be as low budget as possible while also keeping my job going which I need in order to keep going. Still unsure how I'll get out of the money hole. But my point is more about understanding how people get stuck & why they don't try...
I'm so sorry for your loss Mo, its just awful so many good people passed. The fact your heart hurts is a sign of how fantastic they were, and there is a profound wisdom in your words that helps to teach us all - life is a beautiful pain and even when life is painful we should try to find the beauty in the present. Merci ewi and all the best
This is by far my favorite podcast. Mo cuts through all BS like a knife through butter. His views on ego, capitalism, greed, ... are spot on! An amazingly intelligent guy who blends a spiritual and holistic view with the reality of our daily grinds... eye opening! Thanks Steve for inviting Mo and sharing these views
Loved this sooo much.dont ever say...."I'm gonna let you go"...it's passive aggressive. I cried at tge end of this. Then I sent it to all of my favorite people
Mo’s voice and his accent are so endearing and mesmerizing!! I love his cadences as well😂 I’m hearing what he’s saying but I’m not really listening. I’ll have to come back and rewatch later😂
Thank you Steven for that wonderful episode! It's one of my favorite. Mo has spoken about so many unspoken truths that you learn while getting older, maybe wiser 😅 and walking through life seeing the world as it is and not as it should be or as we have been taught. The world is changing and we should walk through life with an open mind, heart and eyes. Again, thank you for hosting that well balance podcast. Should you decide to reduce your work level (not a bad idea) for the sake of having less unhealthy stress, more time for your partner, friends and yourself ..... please don't stop your podcast. One episode once a week is totally fine. Quality is better than Quantity. And I really enjoy and learn a lot from you and your guests. Be your life blessed 🙋♀️
I can't get enough of listening to Mo Gawdat talk and explain basic principles we should all be following in our daily lives!! It's always a pleasure to hear Mo put so many things in perspective!
If it helps. When I was trying to find out why I drank alcohol to access I was obsessed with trying to find the answer. Then someone said “if you want to know why you drink, stop drinking and you’ll find out.” So I did stop and wow did I ever find out why I drank. 😮That was 25 years ago and I’ve not drunk alcohol since the day I stopped. Maybe you should just stop and see what happens. I was told the alcohol is waiting for me if I want to start again. Same in your case. Investigations like this are not for the faint-hearted - but you will be ok because you strike me as having the heart of a lion. 😊
I listened to this entire discussion, and there's nothing that I can't agree on, everything is spot on, the professional stuff, but also the personal stuff. I don't think people realize, how hard it is, after going through such intense bad stuff, and to remain not only sane, but ever caring and mindful of others, is not easy
Two perspectives that came as a boxing match at times but the 2 boxers full of grace embracing each others at the end of the podcast with tears of joy and pain. Very beautiful
I've had 2 strokes from stress (at age 27) and even still now at 32, im constantly stressed - with work. The struggle I have is actually finding the head space to even think about changing work / career. with two 2 year old's, changing work or taking a salary cut isnt viable so feels like im stuck in a box. Really interesting listen, going to have another listen to try and digest more of the conversation
Easy for a millionaire to say quit your job. But most of us who hate our jobs and quit, will then have the stress and worry of where the money is coming from.
Not sure they said quit your job, but the way you deal with the stresses of the job is the skill to adapt ...ie change the way of thinking being motivational in that job to make things easy.
@@ShamieShaw he wasn’t born rich. He worked hard for it and so can we if we are willing to change our attitudes instead of blaming others and being resentful towards them because they are successful.
17:30 OMG this is so me right now, I'm not stressed at all, I'm a freelance artist, but taking the time to take care of myself, healthier diet (mediterranean keto), resistance training, cardio, learning, completely away from IG-fb... yet I've been questioning my worth bc of this glorification of busy
@@alexandrabcastle I'm at the opposite end of the spectrum professionally (technical work) and I also do those things. I am however an outlier in my cohort, but less so than I was in the past
Such a pure interview never ever seen it before .... 3 hours podcast is a healthy and educated podcast i would definitely re-watch this interview again when I am free 👏👏👏👍👍 you both were brilliant
I finished this podcast for the fourth time, in 3 weeks?!!. This conversation is truly inspiring and phenomenal. I love the entire conversation and I hope you two get to create more together soon. Thank you for all the wisdom, because of you I get to grow in more ways I could have ever imagined.
It’s so touching to hear MO’s outlook on relationships … this is a TRUE example of an awakened relationships - inner work on one’s own development will make finding love easier even if the probability to find the person is low - one would want to date oneself to be vibrating on the same wave length to attract the same partner ❤
My dad day after you know what heart attack. Thankfully survived. Me at 36 week after second you know what. Heart attack. Thankfully survived. Anecdotal all you want. Never again. Changed my whole world view.
Only 30 mins in and wow! Some major causes of the stress in our lives - toxic productivity (the need for busyness), and fear of boredom, which leads to addiction to cheap dopamine (e.g mindless scrolling, binge watching etc). We need to rest. We need to be comfortable sitting with ourselves. Stress addiction perfectly explained. Thanks so much for this amazing conversation!
One of the most interesting conversations I've heard in a long time. It was all over the place, yet completely made sense and came together like a symphony. The personal touch of two friends speaking freely was beautiful. Thank you.
I only watched this because I’ve had a stressful week at work, but had no idea the depth of wisdom that I would receive. One of the best interviews, giving sage advice to all of us (including you Steven!) 😊❤
I have been binging your channel podcasts. I must say that Steven you are an excellent interviewer. You pause, let the guest speak, do your research and ask amazing questions. Your voice has an pleasant tone when listening. You give each guest so much respect it is refreshing. I learn so much with each one and I am so grateful.
I love what he said about cutting off friends, I'm in the process of dropping a friend of over 20 years. I have started realizing she is actually a frenemy and has been from the beginning, I'm also tired of the unnecessary gossip she always drags me into and I'm tired of her making me feel like my life is not good enough somehow because she is always telling me what my life should look like.
Best Takeaway: 2:25:19 "Dating is an internal job. You work on yourself. If you get to the point where you would date you, you'll find the person that you're looking for." - Mo Gawdat
I only discovered ye today. Thanks for a wonderful 3 hours. Steven I left a job that was really stressing me and halved my salary but my happiness doubled afterwards. Mind yourself, you are needed. I agree stress is like a drug. Mo, what a wonderful intellect.
I just wanted to thank you for this episode, I have been going through a rough path in my life for the past year and didn't seem to be able to reemerge from this, I am starting to see clearer now and feel more positive day by day :) Happiness is defaulted, we choose to be unhappy!
Mo always manages to blow me away, and the way Steve guided this interview is impressive. I listen to every DOAC episode each week, and I’d love to see Steve reduce the number of episodes he releases. Like Mo, I believe (and hope) that Steve is on the verge of pivoting into a new season of his life. It’s time for him to shed the old beliefs that tie his value to an endless pursuit, making room for a life that is more grounding, fulfilling, and wise. I think he’s ready to take the time to focus on what he has long said matters to him, inspiring us to do the same along the way.
Mo alludes to the root cause of our society being more stressed than ever and what I’ve gathered from what he is saying is that it is essentially down to capitalism. The irony is, Steve is an example of someone that benefits and helps uphold the systems that is causing the stress Mo speaks of.
Mo kinda does the same. Self-help as a whole is pretty much psychology serving capitalism. Any therapist worth their salt knows self-help is very limited and won't do much more than give a motivation boost. However, it's profitable as heck
Maybe it can be and both and maybe the food for thought is powerful enough to counterbalance at times. Or not. However, for me, without thinking about the people themselves and whatever else it is they are doing, listening to this conversation was very impactful. One day at a time huh.
@@janeyt2011 respectfully, but isn’t that just an example of treating the symptoms without curing the disease? Steve has spoken about the adverse impact of AI yet he’s investing in a company which creates AI audio content, all in the name of what? Profit, and all at the expense of what? A particular group of people that can be exploited.
Can I ask you all a favour? If you enjoy this episode, could you please hit the like button it helps us massively. Appreciate you all! ❤
Seems to me @TheDiaryOfACEO that you need to interview someone with another angle on why young people are having heart attacks, looking at a majority of the comments.
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Your credibility took a hit with me after failing to address mRNA vaccines in the context of this conversation.
Mo is right about the podcasts...Your interviews touch on such deep topics, having one a week would give me the ability/time to really digest the information. Just my take...but then I'm no billionaire so perhaps I'm not your target audience. I will say, as someone who has faced the very real possibility of death on more than one occasion, the time you have with your girlfriend may be unexpectedly shortened...do yourself a favor and use the time you have to make the most of what you have. My husband and I celebrate the anniversary of when we met, when we married and the anniversary of every month...And I know that one day I will look back and be glad we did.
Brother, you been killin it recently 💪 thanks for the good work. To Mr Mo, your mind is amazing. It’s such an honour listening to you 🙏
''While life is supposed to be lived, we spend most of it planning to live it'' - that hit hard
Planning? More like living to work instead of working to live.
I'm pretty sure Gid didn't put us on earth to be e slaved as workers to make few people very rich. We are cogs in a machine, that's not living, it's existing.
Really that hit hard !
yes, but if you want to live longer and better you have to do some kind of plan.
Saved that exact line
1 year of chronic work related stress caused autoimmune disease that almost killed me. The business owner begged me to stay so I stayed until I finally ended up in the hospital. My shutting down body forced me to quit my job. It took me 3 months to build my body back and nearly went homeless. I almost lost everything. I will NEVER sacrifice my health to help someone else get rich ever again!
But will you do it to make yourself rich? While you were indeed working for someone else, you were still doing it for personal gains (money, status etc).
Yeah and top of that, when you do heal, what? Are you really suppose to desire being your higher self. " which could be someone who helps these rich scum " like you could want to be a nurse. However, you were descieved by these people and now you lost ALL DESIRE to want to help these people.
I am just as stubborn as you! I don’t know there was anyone else out there that can completely ignore your way into an autoimmune disorder. 🥴 I hope you’re doing better!
I feel this. I made half a million for a company just to see barely anything from it. All I got was stress, tears, and a mental break down. My mom died from autoimmune response to stress. So I'm happy you survived although almost being homeless is so stressful too. I hope you are in a much better place in life.
I needed to read this, thank you
The irony is that human beings are trying to become machines, while machines are trying to become human
for real, great insight👍
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PREACH!
Interesting 😮
Eh no, machines try nothing
OMG. If this podcast does not change your life and open your eyes, I dont know what else will. Thank you for sharing this.
Mo's humanity, wisdom, and vulnerability is beyond precious. Incredible conversation
He seems pretty stressed to take anti-stress advice from…
Steve, Mo is right. More than one Podcast per week is too much. Not just too much for you, but too much for us. There isn’t time to keep up with them all. Thanks for a brilliant episode. Mo is a rock star.
Watch them at work or make time for them. I like more episodes, YOU can pace yourself
We need time to reflect:)❤🎉
Yeah but Steven really wants the money so he will pump them out..
Honestly. They make more money though.
@grahambiggs5438 Spot on. Most of Mo's / Steve's podcast are so full of wisdom, that I hear them multiple times (usually while swimming). What is interesting that I pause the podcast for reflection at different times each time I listen to it. Basically, listening to it again triggers new thoughts. Which is amazing.
Long story short: 3 podcasts would be too much. One would be actually perfect
I honestly started crying with the last question and answer. I feel like I watch so many podcasts and listen to speakers and conversations but Mo is such a beautiful soul. So much wisdom. Very grateful to be able to listen to these podcasts. Thank you.
I love how vulnerable you allow yourself to be with different guests. You’re very inspiring And a breath of fresh air, for our younger population especially ❤❤
Hope you loved the episode ❤️
Anyone who has lost someone close to them & has experienced bereavement can relate to this. It puts everything into perspective and makes us reassess our priorities. I lost both my parents at a young age and view life very differently to my friends who have not been through it. Great podcast
The absolute best 2.5 hours I've spent in 2024. Thank you both for your incredible wisdom and raw honesty. This sort of authenticity is rare now.
#blackexcellence Waiting for people like this to rejuvenate and revive black metropolises like Detroit, Michigan………there’s a lot of excellence 2 cum, im sure
Mine too! Well said!
I agree. Started it on my walk and now finishing. What a Mensch
Agree! 👏 🙌 👏 🙌
“You’re releasing two podcast sets a week? Crazy! Crazy! You’re stressing yourself and you’re stressing your viewers!” 😅😅😅 funny… but I have to agree Steve.. these podcast guests pour SO much information, wisdom and knowledge into my brain that it takes a good week to digest it all! Having to keep up with two a week IS a lot to handle and chew on!…
Yes ! I loved this section you quoted. My wife and I feel the same way; we only really have enough time to properly digest one podcast a week.
I'm glad you raised this experience. I stopped listening consistently because some topics are heavy or I've had a lot to chew on; however, I am still here. I too provide a weekly program and If I follow the stats and the prods from social media, I'd be posting something everyday! ( I do not have a big following) and they say you must grow it with a lot of actions and posts. It is crazy. I like what I do and the content I share, but I have empathy for the viewers. Also, these companies will not put me on the threadmill and ruin my life.
@@dychui Yes, I feel the same. Two per week is too many to process.
Agree
Yes! One per week is more than enough. I love you and what you’re doing and can’t keep up. Have burnt out before and have clear boundaries so won’t listen to them all…
Wow!!! This is so deep. One of the best episode of the Diary of a CEO. Mr Mo got me thinking and rethinking how and why I live my life. For what??? Like he said, life is supposed to be lived and we spent most of the time planning to live ....THAT WAS DEEP. Thank you Steven for bringing such amazing guests and thanks Mo for sharing these gems with us❤🙏
Best interview EVER!
Do one episode like this a month, enjoy the immense impact you create and reduce the stress in your own life.
That’s real success!
We don’t need more money, more power, more status, more productivity, more efficiency, more “things” in our lives…
We need more fulfillment, contentment, peace, love, appreciation, gratitude and joy- and these things cost nothing.
Love,love, love your show…
"AMEN"
While I fully agree with the comment, I can speak from my personal experience that this path is also a pretty lonely one from a romantic point of view, at least for the time being. Women very very rarely want a man that doesn't chase conventional status (money, power, ownership of "things").
@@Vlad-bs1js maybe you'll find the rare one, sad when material and high achieved define a human.
@@gracemitchell698 Just the material bit, as the achievements are already there (still got ways to go though) but in areas that matter to me. That being said, I have not lost hope and I'm quite happy with my life. With a bit of luck, one day I will also be able to also reach my goal of starting a family.
Great comment, so true. It is the narrow way, the road less travelled, but blessed are those who find it.
He’s right. 2x a week is too much. These are long. They take time to get through, let us digest them. Give us time to get hungry for the next one, to get excited when an interview drops.
I agree completely.
Joe Rogan drops a 3hr one like every day. You can’t digest a pod in 3-4 days?
I came to the comments to write the same message! I also would like to catch up on old episodes, but they are hundreds. It's impossible. Two a week has only been discouraging me even to start a new episode...
@@Hovss Did you come here for the comments and to be petty or the information in the video that you completely digressed?
Steven one podcast a week is enough… we all are time deprived… let us digest and look forward to the next podcast please ❤ one of my favourite guests, he has walked the walk and has so much wisdom at the same time he still has to continue to work on himself 🙏🏽💕
Steve, you do whatever works for you. I love your content so much! Plus, you’re freaking adorable!😃❤️
Excellent conversation on STRESS. People stay busy for STATUS symbol and fear of spending alone time with themselves for the demons that will arise 👏🏽
The truth! #blackexcellence
My experience was like being at the family dining table and listening to a father and son being authentically helpful, loving, and kind to one another. Thank you for the gift
Now that I'm more deeply into this encounter, I see how true your words are. There's an expression on Stephen's face I've never seen before. It is young, listening, heeding. It may not slow him down right away, but the seed is planted.
Lovely observation !! ❤
THIS! I ADORED the love between these two Soul Brothers ❤
Mo has been on this show like... 3-4 times now... and every time, it's amazing. I love his perspective. This man has RESILIENCE, as most of us know he suffered a tremendous loss of a child. I have the utmost respect for MG, and I thank Steven for bringing Mo back on.
Your team should discuss having Mo on like once a week or month and call it a DOAC 'Mo' Minute... but I'd listen to Mo Gawdat for hours.
Setting Limits and Prioritising the Important Stuff was the crux of this talk for me. Trouble is we just don't see this until we are in our 50/60's. Three hours of total engagement. Brilliant!
Thanks for the tl;dr. If I were on a long journey and had time to kill then I'd watch or listen to it, but I have a few days off work and 3 hours is a big chunk of the time I need to relax and recuperate.
@@JK_Clarki agree i did watch it but over 3 days
I strive to think and talk about people the way Mo does. The pure love and appreciation. It's beautiful.
You are so right regarding the childhood impact on stress-I saw my parents fighting so much to pay the bills-They only told me to study hard and always have a job which I did-started as an intern with IBM at 19 years old and never stopped working like crazy for big IT companies. I am glad COVID gave us the opportunity to work from home and rebalance our work life balance. Now I put myself first!! I want to enjoy my life with a peaceful mind and have time to go to the gym. I wish I have done these changes earlier!
WFH doesn’t give any balance unless you previously commuted an hour each way - still sucks
Absolutely agree, I thank the bad thing that happened, covid, for the adjustments we made in working from home. I was working a ft job and serving at night as a single mom not realizing I had really neglected my presence in my daughter's life, and in being there for myself. I now have time to have a better relationship with her, my family, with eating right, with looking at my finances. I stopped eating the fast food I was bringing home cuz im too tired to cook. Everything changed for the better. Good changes came from a tough situation.
@@ElinWinbladidk I think it depends on the person. My sister works from home. I notice the major disadvantage of working from home is that it’s probably harder to fit in the time to get vitamin d through walks. It’s harder to buy food to cook meals as lots of convenience stores are situated near to stations.
However there is more freedom over your schedule as you don’t have to commute or even dress up to go work, depending on the role.
If we apply these life principles, the whole world will be healed! GOD BLESS YOU!
I learned how to practice happiness because of Mo Gawdat. I taught myself how to keep on going in spite of the difficulties of life also because of him. Thank you so much Mo and Steven. My life has grown a lot easier because I listened to the two of you have a conversation. I am open to learning something new in this episode.
lmao i learned to turn my back on just about every single thing on this shit hole.
Other podcasts with Mo that you liked? Thx
I feel that one like button is not enough for this episode. Very different from 99.9 percent of the advice out there telling you to keep pushing to more success fame and money. It made me cry many times and I picked up the phone and called my family halfway through it ❤ Thank you so much for this one.
THIS EPISODE WAS GOLD!!!
I am a minister in Japan helping people navigate relationships, life, spirituality, etc.
Thank you Steve for your transparency and thank you Mo for your boldness and pursuit of true happiness for all.
There were many nuggets in this podcast that I will be "chewing on" so to speak and using to my disposal in my own life and work!
Great Work!
One episode a week is just fine! I can't even keep up with watching all of them.
Totally agree as it has taken me a few weeks to watch, digest and re watch due to so many gems, all resonated with me, but needed to listen on repeat as Mo spoke to me. Quality over Quantity
First off these two men have changed my life drastically in the last year. Everytime I see they’re gonna be in a the pod together I feel like it’s Christmas! Cus I know I’m gonna learn soooo much!!! The message in this pod today hit hard & was needed for myself! It’s exactly what I needed to hear of all day TODAY!!!! THANK U!!! Sending this to all of my people that I love!!!
Listen, we need to slow down. Pay attention to our hearts and remember to be grateful for what we do have. There is always someone out there that has it worse than we do. One thing I notice - there's lots of hate right now. In some cases, many cases, its warranted. Try and pray for the ones that make you angry - stay in the moment whenever you can, hold your loved ones close. Much love to everyone.
All interviews with Mo have been awesome, but this one really hit hard multiple times. Thank you both for your honesty and vulnerability. Amazing, important and much needed conversation.
One of many things I really like about this channel is the fact that there’s long duration quality documentary chats with no ads whatsoever!!!! You can easily fall asleep to these things lol, but they’re really interesting to hear as well
I think financial stress is everyones real problem.
Big part of it
Not the 10,000 individuals that own most of the worlds wealth!
It’s certainly one of mine.
If you can pay for your living space, energy bills, transport to work, food and occasional treats then it shouldn't be a stress. When it is look at the millions of people who can't afford these things and you'll feel better
Youre very naive then
I just woke up from only 3.5 hours of sleep. Not sleeping well, stress etc. Well, it’s interesting that I grab my phone and this is what I see first. You literally posted this 11 minutes or so ago. Is this fortuitous? I think I am going to like this interview. Thank you.
“entering a new evolution”. Interesting.
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Live viewing comment updates are wild. Certainly a new evolution.
"Well, it’s interesting that I grab my phone"
Hey Mo's Back! I had to quit the best job I ever had because of anxiety and panic attacks. I just remember constantly wanting to excel but couldn't because of the environment. The pre-work anxiety was unbearable.
I've recently experienced the same thing... I feel you!
I did the same 😅
I did the same and found a more relax job atmosphere there’s no constantly stress and I get to enjoy my days and my life daily… i knew it was time to change and I did ❤
Same here
Same here! Was signed off for 15 months due to work related stress due to toxic work environment Never again will I allow any job to stress me out again.
I had to pause the video to take this interview in.
“Why is life supposed to be lived. We spend most of it planning to live it.”
Man… 👏
Mo you changed my life after dealing with unhappiness since my early teens i am finally experiencing happiness
He is exactly right! You do too many in a week. I cannot listen to the entire episode in one sitting and I want to consume all of these amazing conversations!! ❤
Steve - it boggles my mind how much emotional wealth I have gained from listening to these conversations … and you are just a baby!! Meaning I’m old enough to be your mom. 😊. Thank you for putting this out in the universe!
I love you
I love you
Well said ❤
Mo genuinely seems like such a wonderful guy, could listen to him all day. I'm glad he decided to share his knowledge and thoughts with the world. Absolutely love every podcast you've had with him.
One of the most kindest conversation I have listened to..I have been my most stressful self this entire year, this is the 1st time ever I have felt this calmness in my soul..thanks for this episode Steve..it's gonna change many people's life..
My takeaway message: Live your life fully, better balance planning for future vs. enjoying the moment. Cherish your time with your loved ones as nobody knows when they will be gone. Great podcast!
Likely one of the most important podcasts that I have ever listened to and watched. Thank you for sharing this with us all. You are truly an asset to humanity. Mo is by far one of the premier philosopher kings of our time. His loss, journeys through grief, and wisdom to mentor Stephen are remarkable. Please keep this quality coming. I will recommend as often as I can because everyone deserves to hear this conversation.
“What is the bullshit I’m telling myself?” Wow I’m impressed, Steve sure is a rare gem
Steven is brave to br so vulnerable and genuinely interested in what his guests can share.
I don’t know how anyone can watch this and not subscribe. The scope of topics and ideas, the flow of the conversation, the vulnerability of world class people… it is astounding. I don’t know of a better podcast, or a podcast host, Steven. This is some top-shelf content that has been changing my life as I am sure it is benefiting others as well. Many blessings to you and yours Steven.
Mo is future Steven talking to present Steven …… this is soo good. Mo is really evolving as a person he is very different now.
Brilliant!
Was not expecting that tail end segment about relationships. I came into the podcast thinking I'd get a lesson on how to handle stress but walked away with life lessons, or experiences at the very least, that my parents have never even once talked to me about. It's absurd how I'm learning more about life by listening to random strangers talk than from the people who raised me.
I do know how you feel, I say to people often with no irony at all, that I am nearly 50 and only just learning how to become human, and it is because of all of these podcasters and psychologists and therapists on youtube. But it makes sense that the bigger variety of people you learn off then the more you will learn.
“You don’t have to change a thing, you have to change the intention of why you’re doing those things.” 2:52:30 Intention is everything. So incredibly grateful for this podcast - Steven and your guests, you are changing lives.
This has been the most re assuring podcast for me to listen to in recent memory. Thank you for helping to restore my faith in a meaningful life.
Today is the third day of a long overdue vacation. I listened to this podcast twice...started at 6:30am EST. Powerful stuff. Now time to go do it. Thanks Steven.🇯🇲
The first time DOAC brought me to tears! Thank you so much for this beautiful and life-changing conversation
How can someone poses so much wisdom? I could listen to him all day and so humble.
The relationship Mo and Steve have, they should have a permanent series. Once a month. Talking about these topics. It's so much more engaging when two people actually care about each other and are making their intimate 1:1 conversations, public. More please!
That would be added stress on them.
Hands down my favorite episode of Diary of A CEO! Captivating paradigm shifting conversation through and through.
Thank you
I love Mo Gawdat each time you have him on, he's here for the honesty and always shares his entirely honest opinion regardless if the audience is going to agree or not, you know you're getting the truth with him each and every time. A quality people are consistently becoming afraid of or afraid of those that are comfortable to share in this way. It's always refreshing.
I wish more people thought this way, what a wonderful perspective on life
This was one of the best conversation i saw in the last years. This was really much more than a simple "podcast" this was wisdom, this was friendship, this was vulnerability, this was new perspectives... this was simply amazing.
Thank you both for this!
2hr 53min later and my one thought is to go and listen to their 1st podcast. Wonderful interview!!
Life is meant to be lived yet we spend most of it planning to live. This right here hit differently.
I think what Mo is telling Steven at the end of the interview is to be a Role model for all of us. If Steven were to openly change his priorities, slow down the success chase and cut down on his workload, a number of people will follow in his example...
I thought the same thing.
Wow! The way Mo communicated his needs to his very good friend is so informative. Using logic in relationship and having the wisdom to take care of one's own mental health first and then taking loving action steps to execute...what kind of impact with this have on relationships if we all learned this skill.
Officially the longest podcast I have entirely listened. Great chat. And Mo is right you have a way of having people want to hear you, which not many can do as well as you. Thanks for what you do
This. Amazing. Brought me to tears. Resonated so deeply.
Thank you for letting me listen and be part of such honest vulnerability. 🧡
Speaking off ceilings… where in hell is the ceiling for the amount of value I receive from Mo Gawdat and Diary of a CEO podcast. This is the most amazing! 👉🏾✨✨✨ #GratitudeMuch!
Prioritized my well being 4 yrs ago & cut work back to what feels tolerable (I'm self employed) & have a good work life balance now. Problem is that I'm now 30g's in debt which creates an entirely different steess. Cost of living went up so much & I've considered moving & cutting costs, have consulted 5 or 6 advisors over the past 4 yrs & there's no good solution.. there are no reasonable ways to cut costs.. so problems arise when prioritizing your well-being which in turn is bad for your well-being... it's tricky to figure out the balance which is partly why people don't try.. it's tough
There is a good solution. At the risk of sounding trite, Change your life - radically. Look to natural, not normal.
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@constancewalsh3646
Very good to consider. My livelihood (my work) depends on both a relatively convenient living location as well as a good internet connection. I do get the cheapest one I can, though.. do not have any TV packages, no cable, don't buy Starbucks, don't eat out, etc, do all the right things.. that's why the advisors had no advice.. definitely do try to be as low budget as possible while also keeping my job going which I need in order to keep going. Still unsure how I'll get out of the money hole. But my point is more about understanding how people get stuck & why they don't try...
I'm so sorry for your loss Mo, its just awful so many good people passed. The fact your heart hurts is a sign of how fantastic they were, and there is a profound wisdom in your words that helps to teach us all - life is a beautiful pain and even when life is painful we should try to find the beauty in the present. Merci ewi and all the best
He’s tired v he is inspired;
One has lost and one yet to lose… or shall never lose;
Pure poetry of wisdom
This is by far my favorite podcast. Mo cuts through all BS like a knife through butter. His views on ego, capitalism, greed, ... are spot on! An amazingly intelligent guy who blends a spiritual and holistic view with the reality of our daily grinds... eye opening! Thanks Steve for inviting Mo and sharing these views
Loved this sooo much.dont ever say...."I'm gonna let you go"...it's passive aggressive. I cried at tge end of this. Then I sent it to all of my favorite people
Mo’s voice and his accent are so endearing and mesmerizing!! I love his cadences as well😂 I’m hearing what he’s saying but I’m not really listening. I’ll have to come back and rewatch later😂
Thank you Steven for that wonderful episode! It's one of my favorite.
Mo has spoken about so many unspoken truths that you learn while getting older, maybe wiser 😅 and walking through life seeing the world as it is and not as it should be or as we have been taught. The world is changing and we should walk through life with an open mind, heart and eyes.
Again, thank you for hosting that well balance podcast.
Should you decide to reduce your work level (not a bad idea) for the sake of having less unhealthy stress, more time for your partner, friends and yourself ..... please don't stop your podcast. One episode once a week is totally fine.
Quality is better than Quantity.
And I really enjoy and learn a lot from you and your guests.
Be your life blessed
🙋♀️
I’m so glad he found love. Any woman would be lucky to share a life with such an extraordinary human. I learned so much today, thank you both 🙏
I can't get enough of listening to Mo Gawdat talk and explain basic principles we should all be following in our daily lives!! It's always a pleasure to hear Mo put so many things in perspective!
If it helps. When I was trying to find out why I drank alcohol to access I was obsessed with trying to find the answer. Then someone said “if you want to know why you drink, stop drinking and you’ll find out.” So I did stop and wow did I ever find out why I drank. 😮That was 25 years ago and I’ve not drunk alcohol since the day I stopped. Maybe you should just stop and see what happens. I was told the alcohol is waiting for me if I want to start again. Same in your case. Investigations like this are not for the faint-hearted - but you will be ok because you strike me as having the heart of a lion. 😊
Never knew that when I was a smoker 50 years ago I did it to manage anxiety. And then I quit.
Bam! Anxiety and panic attacks ensued.
Wow, I lowered my alcohol intake with 90% and I totally found out why I drank, I wish I found out sooner. Thanks for these words 😊
@@joanmurphy2166 how did you manage the anxiety and panic?
@@kaynoname1125 Cognitive behavioral therapy helped a lot. Also, a book called, Feel The Fear and Do It Anyway.
@@joanmurphy2166 thank you 😊
I listened to this entire discussion, and there's nothing that I can't agree on, everything is spot on, the professional stuff, but also the personal stuff.
I don't think people realize, how hard it is, after going through such intense bad stuff, and to remain not only sane, but ever caring and mindful of others, is not easy
Steven. Would you choose 400k followers or 5 friends? MO’s example of scarcity over abundance exposes so much about one’s true identity.
Two perspectives that came as a boxing match at times but the 2 boxers full of grace embracing each others at the end of the podcast with tears of joy and pain. Very beautiful
I've had 2 strokes from stress (at age 27) and even still now at 32, im constantly stressed - with work. The struggle I have is actually finding the head space to even think about changing work / career. with two 2 year old's, changing work or taking a salary cut isnt viable so feels like im stuck in a box.
Really interesting listen, going to have another listen to try and digest more of the conversation
Easy for a millionaire to say quit your job. But most of us who hate our jobs and quit, will then have the stress and worry of where the money is coming from.
Easy to talk when you are already rich
Easy to lazily summarise a podcast full of great advice and viewpoints. You don’t have to quit your job to reduce stress.
Not sure they said quit your job, but the way you deal with the stresses of the job is the skill to adapt ...ie change the way of thinking being motivational in that job to make things easy.
Excuses excuses excuses excuses
@@ShamieShaw he wasn’t born rich. He worked hard for it and so can we if we are willing to change our attitudes instead of blaming others and being resentful towards them because they are successful.
17:30 OMG this is so me right now, I'm not stressed at all, I'm a freelance artist, but taking the time to take care of myself, healthier diet (mediterranean keto), resistance training, cardio, learning, completely away from IG-fb... yet I've been questioning my worth bc of this glorification of busy
@@alexandrabcastle I'm at the opposite end of the spectrum professionally (technical work) and I also do those things. I am however an outlier in my cohort, but less so than I was in the past
Such a pure interview never ever seen it before .... 3 hours podcast is a healthy and educated podcast i would definitely re-watch this interview again when I am free 👏👏👏👍👍 you both were brilliant
I finished this podcast for the fourth time, in 3 weeks?!!. This conversation is truly inspiring and phenomenal. I love the entire conversation and I hope you two get to create more together soon. Thank you for all the wisdom, because of you I get to grow in more ways I could have ever imagined.
It’s so touching to hear MO’s outlook on relationships … this is a TRUE example of an awakened relationships - inner work on one’s own development will make finding love easier even if the probability to find the person is low - one would want to date oneself to be vibrating on the same wave length to attract the same partner ❤
My dad day after you know what heart attack. Thankfully survived. Me at 36 week after second you know what. Heart attack. Thankfully survived. Anecdotal all you want. Never again. Changed my whole world view.
You know what - what is it?
BUMBAKLOTSHOTS
The elephant in the room that everyone refuses to discuss.
I became a type 1 diabetic right after my 2nd shot. Never taking a vaccine again
This almost feels like therapy but requires radical honesty thank you
It is the most thought-provoking interview I've ever watched. Thank you. 🙏
Only 30 mins in and wow! Some major causes of the stress in our lives - toxic productivity (the need for busyness), and fear of boredom, which leads to addiction to cheap dopamine (e.g mindless scrolling, binge watching etc). We need to rest. We need to be comfortable sitting with ourselves. Stress addiction perfectly explained. Thanks so much for this amazing conversation!
One of the most interesting conversations I've heard in a long time. It was all over the place, yet completely made sense and came together like a symphony. The personal touch of two friends speaking freely was beautiful. Thank you.
I only watched this because I’ve had a stressful week at work, but had no idea the depth of wisdom that I would receive. One of the best interviews, giving sage advice to all of us (including you Steven!) 😊❤
Watch Steven as often as you can. The episodes are so rich.
I love Mo’s delivery. It reminds me of a sped-up Yoda. Such wise advice. Thank you 🙏🏻
WOW, that went DEEP!...i've never seen steven so silent!...some seriously deep questions there to ponder
It is not deep. Just don't think on a superficial level.
I have been binging your channel podcasts. I must say that Steven you are an excellent interviewer. You pause, let the guest speak, do your research and ask amazing questions. Your voice has an pleasant tone when listening. You give each guest so much respect it is refreshing. I learn so much with each one and I am so grateful.
I love what he said about cutting off friends, I'm in the process of dropping a friend of over 20 years. I have started realizing she is actually a frenemy and has been from the beginning, I'm also tired of the unnecessary gossip she always drags me into and I'm tired of her making me feel like my life is not good enough somehow because she is always telling me what my life should look like.
Listening to this while I’m on sick leave from work due to a burnout 🙃
Me too... take care of yourselves!
Hope you get better soon, take care ❤
Me too 😢
Best Takeaway: 2:25:19 "Dating is an internal job. You work on yourself. If you get to the point where you would date you, you'll find the person that you're looking for." - Mo Gawdat
I looooove Mo! Is always THE BEST GUEST can’t get enough of him. ❤
I only discovered ye today. Thanks for a wonderful 3 hours.
Steven I left a job that was really stressing me and halved my salary but my happiness doubled afterwards. Mind yourself, you are needed. I agree stress is like a drug.
Mo, what a wonderful intellect.
I just wanted to thank you for this episode, I have been going through a rough path in my life for the past year and didn't seem to be able to reemerge from this, I am starting to see clearer now and feel more positive day by day :) Happiness is defaulted, we choose to be unhappy!
Mo always manages to blow me away, and the way Steve guided this interview is impressive. I listen to every DOAC episode each week, and I’d love to see Steve reduce the number of episodes he releases. Like Mo, I believe (and hope) that Steve is on the verge of pivoting into a new season of his life. It’s time for him to shed the old beliefs that tie his value to an endless pursuit, making room for a life that is more grounding, fulfilling, and wise. I think he’s ready to take the time to focus on what he has long said matters to him, inspiring us to do the same along the way.
I agres
Well said!
This is so nice of you to say. He makes a very reasonable recommendation to him
Mo alludes to the root cause of our society being more stressed than ever and what I’ve gathered from what he is saying is that it is essentially down to capitalism. The irony is, Steve is an example of someone that benefits and helps uphold the systems that is causing the stress Mo speaks of.
Mo kinda does the same. Self-help as a whole is pretty much psychology serving capitalism. Any therapist worth their salt knows self-help is very limited and won't do much more than give a motivation boost. However, it's profitable as heck
Maybe it can be and both and maybe the food for thought is powerful enough to counterbalance at times. Or not. However, for me, without thinking about the people themselves and whatever else it is they are doing, listening to this conversation was very impactful. One day at a time huh.
@@janeyt2011 respectfully, but isn’t that just an example of treating the symptoms without curing the disease? Steve has spoken about the adverse impact of AI yet he’s investing in a company which creates AI audio content, all in the name of what? Profit, and all at the expense of what? A particular group of people that can be exploited.
@manx1261 yes fair enough - tbh I was thinking broadly and don't know the ins and outs of it all - so probs best not to comment 🙂
What an incredible soul I finished this episode with tears of love…thank you
Three hours watching a podcast. Every second so valuable, remarkable. Thank you both.