A Productive Day in Isolation
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- Опубліковано 6 кві 2020
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Sir Please make a review video of your keyboard
Hey Ali, do you usually use an iPad Pro 11 inch or 12. 9 inch? Trying to make a decision here 😂
Ali Abdaal do u prayer namaj?
Hi Ali, where's the auto-generated English subtitle? that's very helpful for when you speak too fast for me and my limited comprehension to catch it lol
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"Kicking the tennis ball, bc i feel like a wasteman".
MY LIFE, EVERYDAY
I am pretty sure that all the football players are annoyed by that comment of his :p
🤣🤣🤣🤣
There's something so soothing about Ali's voice
Yes yes!
talking voice, not singing...
No doubt in that
Last time I was this early Ali was still a junior doctor.
"I procrastinate by cleaning the desk"
.....that's not how it works....
ali being a "wasteman" is literally me when im at my peak productivity.
"I get back to my natural habitat: the computer screen."
THIS :'') !
Is it really an Ali Abdaal vlog if he hasn't called himself a wasteman at least once in the video?
2:29
This man is captain Raymond holt
How?
Rupanshu Singh it was a compliment to his organisation skills
@@lawzz2975 ohh okay. I thought it was about his emotional capacity lol so I was confused
Oh my God yes
BONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
When you said you do your “morning dump” I wasn’t expecting you to pull out a notebook hahah
Aaah only just getting through my watch later playlist - thanks for the shout out! Omg please let’s talk about ageing on youtube - would love to know your thoughts on it!
Hey Ali! This is my first time commenting in a video of yours.
I noticed that you talked about "procrastinating" a couple of times in this video, and to be quite honest, I do not believe you should refer to those actions as procrastinating.
A lot of youtubers are talking about procrastination and it seems to me that when we procastinate, we are screwing up; as we should not be doing that, or those actions.
The thing is, what you refer to in this video as procrastination are small tasks or moments where you were simply relaxing and not obsessing about being productive all the time.
I think it is important to talk about procrastinaton, but it is as important to talk about cutting ourselves some slack. To let ourselves do small things that are important and to forgive ourselves for procrastination, by understanding that it is a part of our nature as human beings.
My therapist said this to me the other day: "Creativity is born out of relaxation". We cannot feel relaxed if we keep punishing ourselves for procrastinating, therefore we cannot be creative.
Maybe you don't blame yourself for procrastinating, but I fear that other viewers might get caught up in obsessive anti-procrastination and self judgmental mindsets that end up leading to burnout and possibly depression. I know I have (not because of your videos, of course, but by assimilating that mindset).
Anyway, just wanted to right this down. Perhaps you or other viewers find my thoughts valuable.
Peace.
great to see you around being productive Ali; just finished listening to one of your podcast and now this great video! Stay safe
I feel like Ali just adds the parts where he 'procrastinates' just so the watchers thinks he's normal, but when there is no vlog he just works all day. I can't even imagine man :(
I love that smile after he strums the guitar the last time, very proud of his work, ya'll sound good!
I aspire to your levels of productivity. Loving the transition that you've made since being a Cambridge doc in 3rd year to now specializing. Your videos on study methods were a staple and helped getting me through uni final year and honours. A dyslexic barista and full time history major gone banker quite a change. But I still see so much value-I ask you continue to share. There will always be an audience for what you have as it is really nesh. Much appreciated, keep on sharing Ali.💪🏻
Ali I can't tell you how much your videos are helping me during this COVID-19 phase. I've been instinctually procrastinating and almost gave up on all the goals I've set for the rest of the year, but decided against it and the vids helped me get my act together again. Really appreciate the vlogs and feel like this is the right time to tell you!
Awwh thanks 😊
Ali, now is the perfect time to do a video with the avengers of self improvement (You, Joe from Better Ideas, Thomas Frank, Matt D' Avella, Nathaniel Drew and Sinbad)
Stay safe and thx for being awesome!
avengers of self improvement :D I love it!
I’d love that! 😍
Modern Health Monk also
I hat to say it but at 2:12 you can see that his hand was ready to flip the highlighter but he cut straight away to the next clip implying that he failed. I hope that Ali can maintain this wonderful skill of his. 😂😂💪💪
Love that you have a notebook and pen, even with all the technology you dabble with. Has a human quality about putting pen to paper.
Damn, Ali, a man so productive he doesn’t need to eat.
That ending was so beautiful I could cry 😢💖
You are one of my greatest inspirations as I recently started a UA-cam channel as a medical and graduate student, but I also want to create content that helps everyone with productivity and confidence like yours does. Thanks for your hard work!
good luck with the channel!
LOVED the nonchalant nature of this video. Keep it up Ali!
This is the push that I’ve been looking for. Thanks Ali.
Never been this early. I’ve a 10 mins forest break timer on. And the video is perfect! A boost is always good, you never know. Thanks !
What an inspiration! I must get to my online exam now. Been trying out your question-based approach to studying.
This just popped up and I immediately liked it without even watching the video yet because I know that all of his videos are A+👌
Your life has a lot of variety and spices! I love that
'you raise me up' rendition warmed my heart ❤️
"change into some gym shorts, because they make me feel more pro" - can totally agree with that! :D
I just started my 5:00 minute break using the Pomodoro Technique. Looks like my break will be 9:17. Oh well!
Not if you watch the video in 2x speed
I have been following your vlog since last few weeks, so much of energy all over the place and of course the way of presentation is super duper. Keep it and keep inspiring all people around you.
Hey Ali! Re: aeropress, a top tip I got from a barista is the ratio of ground beans to water matters, and a good ratio is 1:16. I usually use a full ladle and hot water up to level 4, works quite well!
Just started studying the correct way, always felt I’ve been doing it wrong but the grades never reflected it. Thanks for the great vids, explaining study habits thoroughly!👍🏼
LOOOL The coffee and tennis ball love it. Honestly my life.
I saw one of your video today morning and I liked it very much and I immediately subscribed...This video motivates me to spend my isolation in a productive way... Thank you so much... !!
Really like how you write out your day in the morning. Might have to try it, I can definitely see how this would help keep you focused and on track for the day.
I love these days in the life videos! Keep it up! 👍🏾
Loving the content Ali, sending love from Australia
I have basically narrowed it down to the things things getting in the way. Digital distractions plays I big part but also procrastination if can get those two manage I would probably be at 80-90 % better to achieving my goals thanks for help!
I feel great that you never say to subscribe , you only focus on the content , that's what makes you great , wish you success ahead
We need some ‘Morning Dump’ merch, Ali. You’re leaving money on the table 😂
Measurement is key for making a strong or mild cup of coffee with the aero press. I practiced with it yesterday!
Hi Ali great video man! You inspire me so much! ❤️❤️❤️
My two favorite UA-camrs . Ali and Yes Theory. I love it.
“Basically just sitting on my own” - me, everyday before quarantine
those uniball pens are amazing, I love writing with them!!!
Coffee Geek Here.
Ali and all the followers here are some advice for a great Aeropress.
General:
0.1 - If you can afford it buy from local roasters. If not try to buy the freshest roast possible.
0.2 - Buy a grinder and buy whole beans not pre-ground coffee. You can find some cheap hand grinders on Amazon. If you need advice let me know.
0.3 - If you use light roasted coffee you can use boiling water. If using dark roasted coffee use hot water around 84-93 C.
0.4 - Use filtered water. A cheap Brita filter should be good enough.
For Aeropress:
1 - Invert the Aeropress and add 15 g of coffee.
2 - Add 200 g of hot/boiling water and stir it using a spoon
3 - Wait 2 minutes
4 - Invert the Aeropress on top of a cup.
5 - Give it a little circular shake.
6 - Push it down slowly
7 - Enjoy your awesome cup
I watch your previous vlogs of med life daily during my break time . You are amazing ❤️❣️
Thank you dear Ali , like always you are definitely great , and your greatness is like a blaze and it's getting brighter and brighter ,
Clarifying and contrasting lifesyle of many people around the world , really thank you , and i loved you and Molly's music cover , you raised me up , i enjoyed your video so muuuuuuuuuuuch ,
Regards ,
Amir
we pretty much has lots in common every time i felt unmotivated i like to clean up myself or go out organise my desk or kitchen
Aw this was lovely Ali. I hope you're having a nice day
Your voice is amazing honestly!
Video request: Ali, would you consider making a video on ergonomics? I'm spending more time working from home and my neck and shoulders hurt so bad! You spend quite a bit of time in front of the screen when you're home. How do you prevent body aches, is your table of a certain height, do you take breaks to walk or stretch, does your neck ever hurt?
I love yes theory and have been watching them for ages, glad you have finally found them !!! You should do a seek discomfort house addition video
It's thought-provoking to see tech/minimalist/productivity UA-camrs going from paper to digital notetaking and back to paper for things like journaling
Love the isolation vlogs!
bro you have really motivated me make my own channel!, and now its become real, thank you one day ill colab with you mark my words !
I really enjoy your videos, Ali. Keep going as great as you are. Greetings from Paraguay!
i love these kinda videos they're almost like vlogs lol they're just so fun to watch
It's reassuring that even someone I consider to be extremely productive also watches Yes Theory videos to escape the morning ritual.
I was thinking the exact same thing!
Stay safe and healthy Ali!
WE NEED MORE PRODUCTIVE DAY VIDEOS DURING THIS QUARANTINE. Period.
This was the first video I watched on this channel and I’ve got to say, this was one entertaining productivity vlog
Great Inspiration thank you buddy
God bless you
Please continue uploading vlogs, I really enjoy watching them.
Greetings from Romania
best video to motivate me to go back to study for an extra hour
The chemex is the best way of making coffee. I use mine daily. It's not only for big amounts. It's all about how much you want! Great video!!
Love your presentation style, starting my UA-cam journey in personal development, personal finance & product reviews :)
Well the cover was something to enjoy. I didn't new the song, thank you.
Ali, hope you're keeping yourself safe being a doctor and all, cheers
You're right; that is mighty monstrous.
I negotiate myself out of bed! Perfect description of me every morning! Great video!
I NEVER SAW A MEDICAL STUDENT SING SO BETTER. ALI HONESTLY IF YOU HEAR ME YOUR EARS WILL BURST... BUT I SING IN QUARANTINE MODE HOPING ONE DAY WE WOULD BE FREE
Try the inverted method with the Aeropress, if you haven’t already. It allows the coffee to brew longer.
last time I was this early I was at school...😔
shout out to all the medical staff out there🤎
Watching this before bed because I am not being productive at all and need a push before I wake up tomorrow. All I am doing is playing PUBG😩. I even wake up playing it, it's so addictive. However, I am trying my best because I suck at sticking to a schedule. Building persistence and discipline is what I need to do.
Hey Abdal to brew good coffee especially on an aeropress try and brew it at 85°c and use 210 ml of water that's almost a full aeropress with just an inch of gap, 19 gram of coffee powder. Adjust the grind size, if it's too bitter make the grind more coarse and if it's sour make it more finer grind size. Brew it for 1 min 45 secs. That's my recipe and I am a barista happy brewing my friend.
Its so sweet that u will call ur nani i.e ur grandma
i saw your video first thing in my recommendations I think youtube is gonna try to make me productive today
Saw you edit this on livestream and now its here woo
For pourover coffee, (V60, Chemex)
Simple recipe is first, to get a kitchen scale.
15 grams for a cup of coffee (approx 250ml water)
Bloom: Pour in hot water enough to soak grinds (Wait 30 sec)
1st pour: 60% water into slurry
2nd pour: remaining 40%
Total time taken: 2.5 minutes (or more for 2 or more people)
Edit:
1) General info on bean freshness
For pre-grounded coffee, consume within 1-2 weeks
If you are grinding beans by yourself, consume within a month
Anything beyond will taste stale over time
2) Use bleached filters (instead of untabbed ones - brown), and rinse them before use.
3) All measurements can be approximated so you don't have to use the scale all the time.
(i.e use a dose cup which can measure for the specific coffee grind to 15g, eyeball water level it would reach on your home cup)
This is to get your coffee simple, fast and get going with your day :)
Like this so more people can see.
I found that the later the night gets, the more productive Ali gets!
Ali kicking the tennis ball is mood.
1:16 i though it was that text to speech bot lmao. I increase my productivity by watching your videos Ali! big fan.
For better coffee mesuring coffee, water and time is very important and makes coffee taste better. Also grinder for fresh grind coffee beans is game changer :)
You know one of the best ways to progress in vocals is just taking a single note and try to vary its baas and pitch
I admire you very much! Thanks for the videos.
You have to put 2 spoons of coffee on 1 cup of water or 3 full spoons if you want it to be much black , you can try the Arabian coffee like we do in palestine which is on the gaze ! It's so good !!
Wow! You sing pretty well. Loved that performance
Great video and really love the song at the end!!
My day just got 9 minutes and 17 seconds better
No way I was just thinking about the song "somewhere over the rainbow". It's probably because I was listening to your Spotify playlist
Seeing that you procrastinate too, it makes me feel better about myself 😉
Molly is so pretty! It is great to finally discover her face.
pro tip: i used to like my coffee really dark but one day i only did a tiny bit if it and it was better than i expected it to be, i could really taste the coffee and it was so good
That harmony at the end! And you day looks perfect - apart from the greasy ass burger half way through! Come on Ali! haha
Weigh the coffee and use an appropriate water to coffee ratio. Also try dropping the temperature of the water when using an aeropress.
beautiful energy