"How is one supposed to think outside the box if there is no box?" Creativity is born out of limitation.
@najrenchelf2751
4 жыл бұрын
r/showerthoughts
@judexxxxxx
4 жыл бұрын
What is the background for your computer?
@alternativeware
4 жыл бұрын
Your universe is the box go to a parallel universe.
@joniheisenberg6691
4 жыл бұрын
Someone took the box.
@markjosephyagonia9505
4 жыл бұрын
I took the box... so you wouldn't argue anymore 🙄
@moek7249
4 жыл бұрын
Reading quality material is always important. But equally important is writing or executing what you read.
@michaelruel6340
4 жыл бұрын
Absolutely. Doing is the great equalizer in life.
@TlhomphoDitedu
4 жыл бұрын
“Knowledge without action is just entertainment”- someone
@shivammishra1720
4 жыл бұрын
@@TlhomphoDitedu yeah because after seeing that some quotes attributed to a person is not always right. I have started doubting that the quotes I have read is really said by those person or someone else
@ITIonoxide
4 жыл бұрын
Just my 2¢ about how it's important to execute and not just keep reading. Self help books can be so addictive because it feels like self improvement but it isn't
@every1pro
4 жыл бұрын
Ketan so true
@emmaquelquechose9938
4 жыл бұрын
like these videos how many "I watch this instead of working" in the comments ?
@smanasalam
4 жыл бұрын
My favorite one is "Algorithms to live by: The computer science of human decisions" and the author is Brian Christian
@justadudeintheworldman.120
4 жыл бұрын
I’m all up in that right now, some of it is pretty dense
@brane4859
4 жыл бұрын
I don't think it's really applicable in real life and it's VERY forgettable. 3/5 for me although I love Computer Science.
@ceebee8218
4 жыл бұрын
That is my favorite and most memorable book I've read this year! I recommend it to everyone!
@smanasalam
4 жыл бұрын
@@brane4859 the Crux is don't over optimise as it will lead to more time planning than doing the task and secondly prioritise instead of doing all the tasks at the same time and getting lost in that.
@dikshantkafle2095
4 жыл бұрын
that is one of the lamest book i did in 2019. it took me forever to finish
@theoriginal4ever7
4 жыл бұрын
I learned more about life, productivity, following your passion, and creativity from novels and their fictional characters than I ever learned from any self-help book.
@dmitriyrezunov4775
4 жыл бұрын
name one fictional book that taught you all that things lmao
@rashedulkabir6227
4 жыл бұрын
@@dmitriyrezunov4775 Around the world in eighty days.
@jokerishere7456
4 жыл бұрын
@@dmitriyrezunov4775 goblin kingdom, a pretty good light novel
@rolanddeschain6089
4 жыл бұрын
Yes. Empathize with a character, beeing in the mind of the author, thinking with the brain of a stranger really gives you new insights of all facets of live. That is way more than facts or instructions. Thats why every good idea from nations, systems, religions work with storys. If some people think they learn nothing from fictional storys, they did not learn the most important thing yet.
@sallyfromparis290
4 жыл бұрын
thank you so much !! 1.Creative works come out a specific context. Limitation make you more creative and more productive 2. Building up anticipation by drawing the attention before doing something 3. Don't limit yourself to productivity gurus. Try to find your answers everywhere, there are good tips to take from in every domaine.
@rachelfresh5901
4 жыл бұрын
The thing about you Thomas, you’ve always brought me motivation and inspiration for my high school years everytime I ever watched any of your videos. This year is my senior year, and I realized how much your hard work and efforts gave me an opportunity. Just want to reach you out there and say thank you. From Korea 🖐🖐
@Rien--
4 жыл бұрын
i recommend reading How Emotions are Made by lisa feldman barrett. the book is not merely about emotions but also about construction
@joshuagoldspink2398
4 жыл бұрын
Key lessons: 1. Creativity comes from setting boundaries and limitations. (Forces you to come up with new ways to fit those boundaries, more creative) 2. Think like a performer: build anticipation before you do something you want people to pay attention to. 3. Don't be narrow minded as to how to learn productivity: don't exclude other sections, learn from every area. Have a great day!
@shakilabhanu4596
3 жыл бұрын
thank you
@MuniraHoosain
4 жыл бұрын
On a similar theme: one of the best books I read this year is 'Lab Girl' by Hope Jahren. I'm a scientist, and this book is about her life as a scientist which helped me understand so much about my chosen career path
@rictualfury965
4 жыл бұрын
Yes Tom, this was my year for books, I barley read a book a year till I saw your videos. Please keep giving book recommendations
@avinashreddykamireddy9209
4 жыл бұрын
I really loved reading "The laws of Human Nature by Robert Greene". It changed my perspective on life and helped me to gain momentum in my life.
@berserker8884
4 жыл бұрын
He is my favorite writer on general philosophical/psychological topics. My favorite is Mastery as it really shifted my philosophy into a healthier one. Such a master of his craft.
@minhnguyenthai5582
4 жыл бұрын
can't agree more with ya. The book now is my recommendation for all my friend. by the way, His masterpiecie "Mastery" is big lighthouse for me to deep dive in the vague path forward, it kept me on the way to the unknown, the uncertain.
@jules6856
4 жыл бұрын
Mastery is an amazing book
@paigedel1961
4 жыл бұрын
I would recommend Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert for a book on creative living. She talks about writing a lot but it can also be applied to other creative endeavours or just to making sure you have balance in your life. Good advice and even therapeutic. I think it would be a book most people in a more business/productivity side might overlook.
@nikulmmadhu6566
4 жыл бұрын
I am currently reading this book, by far a great read
@carissatan4587
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the recommendation! Just ordered it on Bookdepository
@michaelhawkins357
4 жыл бұрын
Totally agree. Page 27 is life-changing. I highly recommend everyone check it out. So powerful!
@FernandoSilva-cv5fh
4 жыл бұрын
My favorite was Atomic Habits by James Clear. It came out only in June 2019 in Portugal and although I already knew some of his work thanks to you and Matt, I still found the book fascinating. At this point, I already read half of his articles and every week I keep adding new improvements to my way of living.
@jamesbk9831
4 жыл бұрын
I'll give it a read. My favorite book at the moment is The Long Walk to Freedom by Nelson Mandela
@Sara-uc6vr
4 жыл бұрын
I love your productivity videos and find it really cool that you're encouraging people to branch out and find other sources of inspiration outside of the typical "self help" genre (which frequently results in the same tips being recycled by various authors). One good book that fans of self improvement should look at is "Mind Over Mood" a CBT workbook. Working on your own mental health is a huge part of being more productive and effective. It's hard to follow habits or build a routine or network when a person has crippling anxiety, depression, anger or struggles with addiction. I appreciate that your videos can be used as a tool for people with those issues as well.
@christopherli8545
4 жыл бұрын
Lesson #1 Limitations make you more creative and more productive Lesson #2 Think like a performer. Build anticipation before you do something you want people to pay attention to. Lesson #3 Don't limit yourself to productivity gurus. Listen to/read accounts and advice from a broad array of people
@TheRiflet
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Thomas. Could you do an updated top 10 books list. Would love to see what you've been reading and what you recommend.
@v_fencer
4 жыл бұрын
2019 reading count 75/80 Def recommend "The Second Mountain," "The Right Side of History," "The Joy of Search."
@MrGabrielpana
4 жыл бұрын
My favorite book this year is: Sixty Days - A business trip becomes his worst nightmare by Hernan Jaen , amazing book, It’s available on Amazon
@justadudeintheworldman.120
4 жыл бұрын
Principles by Ray Dalio for me. Best non fiction business read probably ever
@ahatcher83
4 жыл бұрын
JL B. Agreed!
@KamiYugure
4 жыл бұрын
I always want to recommend "Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life" by Anne Lamott especially to anyone in any sort of creative field. I don't know about productivity specifically (though she does have some good advice in that area), but I feel like the book is hugely inspirational for being creative and putting your whole self into creative pursuits. I think it would enrich anyone be they writer or no.
@naive_person472
4 жыл бұрын
I finished reading this book recently and I've been recommending it left and right. I'm so happy to see that someone else has enjoyed the book and used it as a fountain of wisdom like I have!
@traceyclaver6076
4 жыл бұрын
Oh. My. God. Talking Heads fan here. Did not expect that.
@putusita9052
4 жыл бұрын
For lesson number 3, it is an ultimate truth! We shall learn from anything or anyone to enrich our knowledge and make our mind more flexible. As long as our main intention is clear and precise, precious lessons can come from many 'directions' (just like the lesson number 1 in this video.) Thank you for sharing, Thomas. :)
@Timthethespian89
4 жыл бұрын
I’m starting to get really into #3. I’m an actor but I read a book by Kobe Bryant that was amazing. Kobe broke down his basketball strategies and philosophies and so much more. It was so great to see an obsessive master work on something I initially had less interest in. Now I strive to be as well prepared as he was for game time.
@adnanosmanovic98
4 жыл бұрын
could you share the book's name?
@reubenlemn1402
4 жыл бұрын
Here I was thinking this was gonna be his book club video, but then homeboy nerded out on us. 😆 jk
@jadedwayfarer
4 жыл бұрын
I like how you picked a surprising book. I love that you are branching out..shows your intellectual maturity. Can't wait to see what's next.
@macebarihi2
4 жыл бұрын
Bruh you couldn’t post this before Black Friday? I already blew a bag on a bunch of books
@biteofdog
4 жыл бұрын
I use Keepa browser add-on to track prices on Amazon, it's amazing and helpful in finding how often the items go on sale and the lowest prices they've dropped down to on a graph that spans from months to years. Also, check out the library to save money.
@srafez9057
4 жыл бұрын
You know you can pirate most books...
@RobbieZe
4 жыл бұрын
Libraries are a great resource!
@WillReil
4 жыл бұрын
The best book I read in 2019 was Crushing It! by Gary Vaynerchuk. It was one of the big inspirations for me to take my KZitem channel seriously. Ever since I have been magnitudes happier. If anyone is interested in becoming a KZitemr, Instagramer, or whatever; I highly recommend checking out all of Gary's books.
@FrankBergdoll
4 жыл бұрын
Big takeaway - move outside of a narrow path to build perspective. I’m a big reader of non-fiction, but ensure I read at least one short story or novel each month. This allows me to “live” another’s life and gain perspective on my “why” in productivity.
@victorjozwicki8179
4 жыл бұрын
Really liked "The Laws of Human Nature" by Robert Greene and "Principles : Life and Work" by Ray Dalio. Read them both this year and confirmed/learned a lot of things
@theK7L11
4 жыл бұрын
Great video! Adapted from the newsletter to the KZitem audience 👍
@ElGo10x
4 жыл бұрын
*((Man's Search for Meaning: Viktor E. Frankl)) this book is one of my favorite book of all time*
@vimtor
4 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video Thomas! I loved the final message, maybe it had to do with the anticipation :D
@canagarajunagabhushan9477
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Thomas Frank !! Can you please make video on how to have focus while studying not letting our mind to divert on other things/thoughts.
@AndriyVasylenko
4 жыл бұрын
2:17 Thomas, didn't know you were one of us \m/
@brane4859
4 жыл бұрын
Hey frrrriend 🤘
@AndriyVasylenko
4 жыл бұрын
@Selim Sultan Akbar ok(
@portrait321
4 жыл бұрын
Annoying red text in the margins? Bro, those are the best bits!
@finnerfin5950
4 жыл бұрын
I read Atomic Habits this year - its 9:56 AM, I’m still in bed.
@gimmerum
4 жыл бұрын
Me too! Lifechangin, right? I would also recommend Erich Fromm The Art of Living- oldie but goldie
@aravindsreedharan302
4 жыл бұрын
I'm currently on Sapiens! Anyone ?
@scott7224
4 жыл бұрын
@@aravindsreedharan302 I've tried to read Sapiens for over a year now, sometimes I read a lot of it but then I stop reading it for a while, let's say 2 months, and when I want to read it again well I don't remember anything so I start from the beginning. I've repeated this cycle more 6 times I'm sure. lol Though what I've read the most this year are Web Novels, I got into wuxia's types of stories. I just got up to date in Library of Heaven's Path, one of my favorite books this year.
@aravindsreedharan302
4 жыл бұрын
@@scott7224 i guess that's the position I'm in right now...Read a few and just spend couple of days without reading and finding myself out of the way.
@michaelruel6340
4 жыл бұрын
Hey there's always hope for next year.
@RayoBeatz
4 жыл бұрын
you can read whatever you want it doesn't matter if you don't apply it. Period.
@sameer159
4 жыл бұрын
Speaking of creative works and books. Have you ever read Grit by Angela Duckworth? There was a discussion in it about careers and creating your own unique space for a career. Also, Talent is overrated by Geoff Calvin I believe was the book that spoke about a similar aspect to what you discussed about creative works and related it to how people thing creative works happen through the iceberg illusion. Anyways great vids! been following you for years
@whatsupdate
4 жыл бұрын
There is some rule of thirds thing that is killing me on your current setup. Can you raise your computer monitors or speakers while filming or fill in some of the dead space at the top of the frame? You have one of the most amazing channels on KZitem and your content is second to none, but something about this framing really gets me like nails on a chalkboard. You got me really interested in David Byrne’s book is really like to read it sometime. Maybe audible ...
@whatsupdate
4 жыл бұрын
Maybe if that long lateral line of the monitor top was more lined up with your eyes
@tatjanaf.5284
4 жыл бұрын
My best productivity book is a book about sleep: Why we sleep - Matthew Walker. Inititally counteractive - and briliant.
@treeoflife7151
4 жыл бұрын
Bill Gates made a video recently and included this book.
@zelinfu2219
4 жыл бұрын
Love these book recommendation videos. Keep them coming!
@Squintillions
4 жыл бұрын
Interesting choice. Love finding unexpected gems within books. Been awhile since I’ve read something truly inspiring.
@دلو-ق6ب
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video 😇😇
@annsmahboob3495
4 жыл бұрын
We all live one life. The man who reads lives a thousand. Great video as always Thomas
@My.Lifes.Journey
4 жыл бұрын
Same with travelers. Well, I guess reading is a form of traveling...in our minds.
@MattLoberstein
4 жыл бұрын
New desk backdrop looks dope. 👌🏼
@arthursantoslima1788
4 жыл бұрын
Hello Thomas, I've watched some of your videos a long time ago. It was great, but now I've come to say to you that this video is, im my vision, a milestone. You gave real value to me by providing valuable insigh YOU got by reading the book of a musician (tip #3). If I may, the best quality material comes from the author, so do it yourself more often. I've always try to listen the author of my favorite books talk about the books they wrote for they see it in a very profound manner. The same applies when a KZitemr starts talking about their vision in particular, specially after a long journey of self persuit of greatness. Always learning, and always thinking independently! My best regards. Great job!
@matsdekoning
4 жыл бұрын
0:38 but is better to watch the vid from the start
@mananshah3248
4 жыл бұрын
We need more people like you...
@Jivolt
4 жыл бұрын
Go, Dog, Go! Best novel ever. Literary masterpiece.
@rolypolypanda6332
4 жыл бұрын
I really value the insights that was shared in this video. This was phenomenal thank you!
@laurenceglazier
4 жыл бұрын
The inspiration in the middle of the night happens, and needs to be noted in a multitrack app. To complete a composition requirea daily work sessions, ideally in the mornings.
@davidnarbecki3894
4 жыл бұрын
Always love your work excellent video!
@andyboy6479
4 жыл бұрын
hi Thomas Frank, could you make a video where you talk briefly about all the books you have read this year and maybe talk a bit more about your favorites, very good video though BTW!
@Itsmikevardy
4 жыл бұрын
Now I’m going to have to read this book. Great and insightful video!
@dittilio
4 жыл бұрын
That's absolutely hilarious. I just read this book like two months ago. Randomly grabbed it off a shelf. Excellent book.
@johnFXabercrombie
4 жыл бұрын
Hey Thomas, great video. Lesson #2 really resonated with me and it's stimulated an interesting train of thought in my own noggin. Building anticipation is one of the hallmarks of any greater performer whether they do it consciously or unconsciously. This subject deserves an in depth look all on its own. Do you think you could whip out your magnifying glass and do a video on this? Definitely looking forward to it if you do.
@566johncena
4 жыл бұрын
My fav one is “ A Mind for Numbers” ~ by Barbara Oakley
@deadmelodies
4 жыл бұрын
YES! That book is amazing! LOVE me some David Byrne!
@amadeusakreveusmusic3356
4 жыл бұрын
Getting really creative with those thumbnails Tom!
@IshikaShanai
4 жыл бұрын
I literally came to terms with the necessity of limitations this month with regards to my comic: 3 colours with black and white and 15 scenes only. As I boarding it out before, I kept adding unnecessary scenes that had nothing to do with the progression of the story. At points, it even drove away from the point of the story. Sometimes you gotta take a couple steps back to realize you were going in the wrong direction.
@devavrathtirukovela1812
4 жыл бұрын
That background is pretty symmetrical
@brightskysyl3913
4 жыл бұрын
Are you going to post a sort of top list of books you've read in 2019?
@has489
4 жыл бұрын
I guess you have to subscribe to PewDiePie for that
@SV-mc1jq
4 жыл бұрын
@@has489 He hasnt done book review in a long time sadly.
@ethanoptimized
4 жыл бұрын
9:02 funniest part of the video LOL
@Ali-rb3ir
4 жыл бұрын
My mans, the vid came out 1 min before your comment + there is nothing funny at that time.
@ethanoptimized
4 жыл бұрын
@@Ali-rb3ir I watch videos at x9 speed
@midnighttingles
4 жыл бұрын
Hello, thank you for the videos you make! I really love them! ❤️Do you have a book list recommendations??
@cWjkL8ysxOkrH66
4 жыл бұрын
I feel like this guy's son is in the fbe kids react series
@mhtweeter
4 жыл бұрын
You should listen to how not to die on audible, it's not for productivity, but it's very good.
@mhtweeter
4 жыл бұрын
@@Kevin-jv7mz his book isnt just for vegans for the "vegan community", its for educating meat eaters and others on the effects of meat and chicken, and what a good vegetarian diet is. He isnt a disengenious actor. Id like to see your evidence that he is one. And the info he provides in the book has been showing true in my life
@darshan1552
4 жыл бұрын
Great!!!! I happy you did it🤙😁
@psychomango
4 жыл бұрын
Your third lesson is captured in the “Innovation” chapter of Charles Duhigg’s Smarter, Faster, Better where he discusses how innovations are made by combining two seemingly different fields.
@franzuaandrez5591
4 жыл бұрын
Love the video.❤
@user-gd8td9kg3i
4 жыл бұрын
It is what you read when you don't have to that determines what you will be when you can't help it
@AnwarSadath787
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Thomas for motivating me to read !
@GS-uf4fp
4 жыл бұрын
The art of war is a great book that I really enjoyed in 2019.
@PriyaPatel-wn2wr
4 жыл бұрын
Why can't I like it more??? The queen reference was gold
@szymondudzinski6661
2 жыл бұрын
I didn't know you liked Talking Heads, but my respect for you has grown A LOT
@caguilar2012
4 жыл бұрын
0:07 he uses a slide from a Matt D'Avella video?
@kyle7408
4 жыл бұрын
it was the thumbnail of his own video with matt analyzing his productivity
@johnFXabercrombie
4 жыл бұрын
I bet they're buddies since they share the same platform.
@neowiseobserver6138
4 жыл бұрын
It was his thumbnail...in that video he collabs with Matt!
@Jen39x
4 жыл бұрын
There’s nothing like not enough time or money to make us non-creative types think of new solutions to get things done.
@kingpaul7517
4 жыл бұрын
Seth Godin’s The Dip easily my favourite book. Finished it in 24 hours and it changed a lot for me
4 жыл бұрын
I would definitely recommend to you reading "Why we sleep" from Matthew Walker (if you haven't read it already). It was the most influental, eye-opening book I have ever read.
@rob903
4 жыл бұрын
Great Video
@martaangoor4863
4 жыл бұрын
I Love Your channel !
@illyrosen9772
4 жыл бұрын
sick thumbnail
@lastylie
4 жыл бұрын
Basically, he's going to start making trailers/teasers for his videos from now on :D
@tiredpenguin02
4 жыл бұрын
Steal Like An Artist by Austin Kleon- a quick, easy read that is essential for anyone trying to pursue their passions. Best book I’ve read all year
@SamuelJMartinIII
4 жыл бұрын
#3 = best life 🆚 only a specific aspect of life; + valuable principles can be applied any & everywhere...
@adammagson5725
4 жыл бұрын
Hello Thomas, will you be doing a video on your best reads based on genres? thank you
@wiktoriakusak3280
4 жыл бұрын
Do you have a reading list for 2020? If so, would you share it with us please? 🤗
@alexinflux
4 жыл бұрын
"Save the cat" is a similar kind of book. It's nominally about screenwriting, but you can totally use it's lessons to prepare a better talk or validate and pitch your startup idea
@muskannm1342
4 жыл бұрын
Amazing !!!
@SamuelJMartinIII
4 жыл бұрын
By The Way... I absolutely LOVE the concert film Stop Making Sense by Jonathan Demme (I saw it in the theater when it first came out)! 🎶🎥🎞📽
@esminuya265
4 жыл бұрын
He can read my mind! x3
@bidhancb
4 жыл бұрын
Mine was Deep Work by Cal Newport. I know it is an old book, but I got around to reading it in 2019
@prabhatnaik5868
4 жыл бұрын
Hy frank this is Jimmy hoffa
@ErickFerraz2
4 жыл бұрын
Awesome video.
@valentina7193
4 жыл бұрын
Hey Tom, do you think you could do a video like the one you do with Notion but with Evernote pls? Any tips or hacks you could recommend to take advantage of the system? Thank you
@steveantonioni
4 жыл бұрын
Not going to lie, this was an unexpected recommendation but I am thoroughly pleased!
@Geemeel1
4 жыл бұрын
non native speakers: get the dynamo speed app and put Thomas on: 0.8 and he becomes audible!! and the vid is all of the sudden rather useful!!
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