I Almost Died, So I Started To Rethink Money…

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I was feet away from a head on collision and it made me reflect on life and money.
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A little over a year ago, I had a very close call on the highway that made me evaluate my life and how I was spending my money. In this video, I want to share five different lesson that came from that experience.
1. Don’t Use Money In Extremes
We often live our lives in extremes which can make us very emotional and aggressive. When it comes to money, we often live in these extremes where we are extremely materialistic and obsess over consumerism or we are extremely cheap and deprive ourselves. Neither one of these extremes is a healthy way to live because they are not a life of balance. When it comes to money, I find it important to find the balance of the two extremes, which I believe is being intentional, focusing on value, and not being wasteful. This allows you to enjoy the short term while not hurting your future self.
2. Use Money As A Tool To Enrich Your Life
Money by itself does nothing, but it is what you do with money that brings value to your life. It is important to have savings and be financially responsible; however, it is also important to use money to enrich your life. You never know what is going to happen in life, so it is important to actively use your money to make your life better, otherwise it might never end up serving you.
3. While You’re Here, You Might As Well Take Chances
We often focus on the long term in life and delay doing things in the present for the hopes that the future will be easier; however, you never know what is going to happen in life. If you live your life like you're guaranteed to live to old age, then you are taking life for granted. Although we shouldn't take dumb risks in life, it is important to not take life for granted and take chances so you never have to say what if.
4. Collect As Many Experiences As Early On As You Can
In the book, "Die With Zero," the author speaks about this concept called, "Memory Dividends," which are the memories that you get from having an experience to reminisce on throughout your life. The author argues that you shouldn't delay experiences in life because the sooner you get them, the more time you can enjoy the memories of that experience. You never know what is going to happen in life, so you should focus on getting experiences early on rather than delaying them.
5. Don’t Take Yourself Too Seriously, Nobody Will Make It Out Alive
The near death experience on the highway taught me that you're not guaranteed to make it to old age. It is important to take risks, do things you enjoy, and live life to the fullest because you never know what is going to happen in life. And above all we shouldn't take ourselves too seriously because, in the end, the superficial things like money and stuff don't matter.
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@ElAgustin Год назад

What's one thing you want to do before you die?

@CAGChannel1 Год назад

Feel joy, pure joy again.

@commonsenseisntcommon1776 Год назад

@Truly Miracle -ok Dave Ramsey

@elainex5666 Год назад

Trans costal road trip from Nova Scotia to Alaska 💜

@bessieoriotis5104 Год назад

What are the things I want to do before I die Talk to my mom and kiss her. Talk to my separated husband. Tell Him I Still Love Him and Kiss him passionately Good Bye Thank and kiss my three siblings Bless my Oldest son Bless my youngest son. I only had two. Bless their wives that have given them the pleasure of having good Relationships. Bless my Grandson whom I adore and has my husband's Name. Ask God to Have Mercy on My Soul in the name of Master Jesus who died on the Cross.

@sandrabryan9106 Год назад

I have had two near death experiences (1992 & 2022). Both have impacted my life. There are still a few things I want to do 1. Actually see Lake Louise and Moraine lake in Alberta, Canada. I have been there twice and wasn't able to see the actual lakes. 2. Witness the aurora borealis.3. See a moose in the wild. I might be able to fill 2 &3 if I take a road trip to the Yukon.

@tomfilippone6303 Год назад

Happened to me … last year at night a tire from an 18 wheeler flew through the air directly at the front of my car. In the last fraction of a second, I instinctively cut the wheel to the left .. instead of slamming into me it scraped along the passenger side of my car. It was a wake up call. Now I’m on a month-long vacation in Argentina - not delaying living my life…

@ElAgustin Год назад

Cars are just so dangerous. The scary part is that you could be doing everything perfectly, but you can't prevent someone else's dumb decisions.

@ricardojmestre Год назад

@@ElAgustinprecisely. No matter how defensively I drive, I am always a bit anxious.

@calibby85 11 месяцев назад

That same thing happened to me! Luckily the tire was far enough ahead of me that I didn't have to swerve. Thank God because it was on a busy multi lane highway in Houston. I had never witnessed that before. I hate driving around large trucks like that.

@BrandonWilliams-ot8kw 7 месяцев назад

@@ElAgustinFor God so loved the world he gave his only begotten son that whosever shall believe in him will never perish but have eternal life Jesus Christ dies for you austin

@BrandonWilliams-ot8kw 7 месяцев назад

@@ElAgustinGod's law thou shalt not steal thou shalt not commit adultery thou shalt not murder thou shalt not idolize anything more than God thou shall not want what others have these are the things that God hates an we me an you have broke. Them even one sin is enough to separate us from God so God sent Jesus to die an save us if we stand before God without Jesus besides us God will condemn us to hellfire which is damnation hell is a place of wheeping an gnashing of teeth. Jesus bled on the cross for you AUSTIN an he rose from the grave

@flyingsaucer1268 10 месяцев назад

I've been frugal my whole (working) life. Some years ago I was able to retire at age 57. Money made me freedom I could never have thought of 35 years ago.

@henrychinaski3720 Год назад

“The future’s uncertain, the end is always near, so let roll, baby, roll…”. - Jim Morrison

@TPayne-fm8ie Год назад

Austin, this is a great video! I am 62 y.o. and I wish I had seen this 30 years ago. I'm so focused right now on saving for retirement that I've started putting off vacations and time with family. I needed to see this. Thank you for creating this content. I've got to go now, and buy some plane tickets.

@UsurpersAndAssassins Год назад

All of my heroes lived their lives when they were young. They had great rich, meaningful lives full of fun and adventure. None of them lived past 65. Some didn't make it past their 40s. USE YOUR LIFE. You only get one.

@jacquelinemcgowan8164 Год назад

My beautiful daughter passed away 3 months ago, she was a perfectly healthy girl, she had a bleed on her brain that took her in one hour, and all of a sudden she was gone, just like that, thankfully she didnt want possessions but experiences so she lived and did alot, to say i am heartbroken is a under statement of the year. i am still in so much shock. We like to think the future is always better, i will do it next year i will sort this out in a couple of years and so on, sacrificing the keep it all together will wsomehow assure all will be ok next year etc, nothing will bring my daughter back, so glad to learn that i need to live my life and stop all this procrastinating for the years to come, some one i know is always going too and now he has stage 4 cancer, and still putting things off. I want to be a wise steward of my money and life.

@amy2284 Год назад

I love your video Austin. I lost my parents at 49 and 53, so I know early on that life is definitly finite. What’s most important definitely are our relationships and experiences we have when we get to the end of our days. I also remember an amazing quote by Maya Angelou:” people forget what you said, people will forget what you did,but people will never forget how you made them feel. “.

@bobbydabuddhist Год назад

Great video! Resonates with me. Sold everything and moved abroad. Am I poor? No. Am I rich? No. Just living what we Buddhist call the "middle way". Super happy at a younger age than I would have previously enjoyed serving the "grind". Blessings, appreciate you.

@danicegewiss862 Год назад

My husband and I were driving home in a storm. It had rained all day. We both just wanted to go home. My sixth sense kicked in. I told him I want to grab a bite to eat. He said no. I'm tired. Let's go! So we did. This was right after Thanksgiving. We were just a few miles from home. I saw something weird in the highway. I slowed down to try to see better. Decoration? No! Naked woman! I slammed on my brakes and hit her. She died minutes later. My brain went into shock. My husband called 911. He was there when she died. I was sitting in the car in shock. Eventually I'll come out of that shock. They call it PTSD. She and her boyfriend had been drinking all day. He never came outside to see what happened. A piece of me died that day...my emotions. Nothing surprises me anymore. I rarely leave my house because the world has gone crazy. Im already there. Please stop trying to join me.

@mommyingBetchay Год назад

Real life is craziet than fiction. All I could give is a virtual hug. Said a little prayer for you.

@danicegewiss862 Год назад

@@mommyingBetchay Thank you. It felt so surreal. My husband and I felt we were characters in a Stephen King novel that night. I appreciate your prayers.

@tiddlywinks456 Год назад

Oh you poor thing, that could have happened any of us, please be kind to yourself and naturally forgive yourself as there wasn’t anything you could have done, no matter how many times it went through your head, let any guilt go. You can’t change the past. I’ll pray for her soul and for a happy future for you. Don’t torture yourself anymore and look forward as much as you can. I’m sure there are plenty of people such as train drivers etc. who have been through similar situations, I feel for all of you. Hugs xxx

@danicegewiss862 Год назад

@@tiddlywinks456 I wish it was that easy...to just forgive myself. Her face slammed into my windshield. She had green eyes. I'll never forget them. The flashbacks are less so, but they are still there. Thank you for your support. I truly do appreciate it, but PTSD is caused by violence that the brain cannot comprehend. I've had counseling and I take meds to help but I'm stuck with this until my brain decides it understands, and that may take the rest of my life.

@GrannyLinn Год назад

What a horrible thing to have to deal with. You shouldn’t have to pay for someone else’s choices. I hope you find some peace with it. I know too that it will take time. That just is NOT fair.

@AnnMitt Год назад

I was seconds away from a head on collision. I was in a car with a creep who was driving recklessly. It's been two years and I still have ptsd from that horror event. I broke off my association with that jerk and have never let another person drive me anywhere.

@bria2596 11 месяцев назад

Same here.

@AnnMitt 11 месяцев назад

@bria2596 It's difficult to shake off near death. I'm glad you survived also. 👍🏻

@padmeasmr Год назад

Before I die I wanna publish a book, travel the world, live abroad, do some more acting. Update on my nanny job: I honestly told the family it was too many hours for me and too much work and they ended up offering me a super flexible job with as many hours as I wish and the work has lessened a lot. They even invited me to their house in Germany for as much time as I like until they move here 😂 I think I'll take on this adventure with the rich people who knows what I'll learn. I'll be paid very well, I could move out alone even with only 20 hourslweek. This what I've been waiting forever

@danicegewiss862 Год назад

Congratulations!

@user-cg6fd4in1d Год назад

I'm happy for you.

@TheMageesa 3 месяца назад

My brother died when I was in my 20s and he was a compulsive saver and worrier. I learned the lesson and took an international trip (like one month a year) after that. I share your views, I'm frugal day to day, and despite my extravagant vacations I still have a home paid off now that I'm in my 50s. Actually, two homes. And I earn far below average. Little by little pays off; if you're still young don't give up. It helps to move to a lower COL place, I'll say that much.

@loreeryan2348 Год назад

Even if you live a long life you may not be physically able to do all the exciting things you want to do. I thought I'd always be able hike but started having serious foot issues out of the blue at 61. Do all the things you can, NOW!

@maryannhartzell2958 Год назад

Right after I retired, my husband became very ill with Parkinson’s disease. He just passed away in October and we were never able to enjoy our retirement together. Everything you said was so true in the video.

@CookingwithDesi 3 месяца назад

So true! I got a knee injury and I don’t have the mobility I thought I would have. I can’t hike anymore either.

@TheMageesa 3 месяца назад

I front-loaded my most physically challanging travel because I figured that. My friends can't believe I've never been to Paris, but I think I can do that in my 70's haha.

@positivelypurposeful8522 Год назад

This is my favorite video you’ve ever made. I recently decided to start taking ballet classes. It is kind of expensive, and I was going to put it off but I realized that tomorrow is not promised and that I need to take care of my mental health. So I did it :) Thank you for this video ❤

@ElAgustin Год назад

Awesome! Those things are always worth it!

@bellebb8673 Год назад

I am 70 and have taken ballet pretty consistently since I was in my teens. I have never worried about quantifying the expense. It is one of the most joyful experiences of my life; the mental and physical stimulation, and the wonderful and diverse social community. I am sure I could have retired earlier if I had saved that money, but who cares.

@plappin Год назад

This makes me think of Maslow's hierarchy of needs. What makes it (potentially) risky to focus on higher-level needs (like self-actualization) while we're young, is that we also have to provide for our more basic needs: shelter, food, a sense of security. So yes, we need to strike a balance between these two: take risks, but well-informed, calculated ones. Part of this is trusting that even if risky choices don't turn out as you'd hoped, you'll still be able to take care of the fundamentals (i.e., you won't end up living in a tent). Excellent video as always, Austin!

@PoodleParti Год назад

Unless you like camping, and it's on your own property. Or even if it's not your own property I guess. a lot of people like to travel.

@bobbydabuddhist Год назад

I like tent living from time to time but your point is well taken! 🤣🤣🤣

@MICEVVV Год назад

Life is often focused to a better day that may never come.

@bessieoriotis5104 Год назад

Austin, You were meant to still be here. You experienced a Miracle, I am happy to say. Yes, you are right when you say money is just a tool. Money should be treated in balance. I fully agree with you. 😅😅😅

@ElAgustin Год назад

Thanks! Almost like now is "bonus time."

@RabanRobtheKnob Год назад

The drudgery and monotony of the workaday world will either drive you crazy or make you weary.

@j.m.b5441 Год назад

Im a truck driver and this has happened to me twice, it was a close call, it's terrifying to see those lights coming at you.

@ElAgustin Год назад

You should never see white lights on the highway.

@j.m.b5441 Год назад

@@ElAgustin Nope, not in a straight line towards you, at least.

@JS-ev4xc Год назад

Just learn that my high school mate died last year at the age of 53yo. Everything for him just came to a stop, whatever extra time we have more than him is just bonus and be it frugal or splurge spending, stay happy & thankful.

@rhondalyn100 Год назад

"Memory dividends"....love that!

@jimscharfenberger2 10 месяцев назад

Excellent as always, Austin. I've had a few near death experiences (aggressive foot infection, sideswiped on a freeway, near drowning). Your video reminded me not to take life for granted, nor too seriously, and was exactly what I needed this afternoon. Many thanks!

@hereim5648 Год назад

I have slowed down quiet a bit. I don't chase success or try to prove or win. I just aim to live mindful peaceful life. I lived my life with lots of unnecessary anxiety and in hurry just to find out my marriage broke. Im in a better place now. But I learned a lesson of a lifetime.

@TheSimArchitect Год назад

True. Balance is essential. You must also enjoy while you're alive (and young) as much as possible while still preparing for the future somehow by not spending it all. I know the "trend" now is to value experiences over things but things give you experiences on a recurring basis, if you chose those wisely (good furniture, clothing items, appliances etc). Try to be as mindful as possible with your own choices because it's your life, nobody else's (even if we're just "government's subjects").

@kaceykelly7222 Год назад

Too many people forget the unique joy of using their money to enrich another's life, or helping to rescue animals, or save our environment.

@kayefer 7 месяцев назад

Watching this on the last two weeks of my twenties, and I'm learning so many important things. Thanks so much, Austin 🥰

@ChillAndPeaceful Год назад

pleasure of good memories is not the answer for happiness in life, it's doing good deeds to yourself and to others that's make more life fulfilling and content within ourselves

@ellyne3863 Год назад

This was one of my favorite videos you’ve done. Never heard of the memory dividend return but absolutely love that concept and so true!! I love the idea of finding balance with money. I’ve recently been inspired to spend less. It’s been rewarding to see my bills shrink and it feels really good. However I don’t want to be afraid to spend money either. It’s good to be mindful but not so much that it drastically negatively affects your life. Thank you for these videos!!

@Kyla94934 Год назад

Yeah delayed gratification is good but not when you delay forever

@compassionatepeercounseling Год назад

Thank you Austin! I have been a saver myself and I am coming to the realization about money and death that you speak to here.

@subhs8629 Год назад

I’m so glad you were okay!

@RaysIrishmum 2 месяца назад

I am so glad I traveled the world when I was young. I am now 60, and my health is not good,I would not enjoy traveling now. Do it while you can.

@Narrow-Path. Год назад

Love this message. Really puts life and money in proper context. Thank you 😘

@laurajurek4065 Год назад

I agree with you but I was never really in to expensive things, but I did spend a fortune on vacations it was good memories

@lisamonalisahikes Год назад

Lots of truth here. Balance! But live

@travelllller 2 месяца назад

I cleared all debts and created emergency fond (monthly life expenses x7) and since then I am saving only 200$ a month. Rest? Money is here to spend baby!

@jeanmi5045 Год назад

1. Dont use money in extremes 2. Money as a tool to enrich life 3. Take chances 4. Collect experience early on 5.dont take yourself too seriously 5.

@ExtraGuac007 Год назад

I've had a blessed life so far and I want my kids to have the same opportunities and experiences. So my goal is to build generational wealth instead of dying with zero.

@letitbesaid8888 Год назад

Thank you for sharing.

@TheButterflySoulfire Год назад

Great message.

@denisebranquinho2377 Год назад

Wow!!! You answer my question! Thank you so much! 👍👏👏💗❤️

@irisbrown9201 Год назад

I loved this book and appreciated your visuals and take on it❤

@tiashadae1143 Год назад

Very true points, thank you!!

@katresealexander1311 Год назад

I really enjoy your content. Thank you. 😊

@dinagalall Год назад

What a video! We have to keep reminding ourselves of this because it is so easy to forget. 😊

@yogini888 Год назад

Thank you, Austin. This is the exact message I needed to hear today 😊

@hanifjones4914 8 месяцев назад

so timely, my word

@gailtester8749 Год назад

I needed to hear this. I think I've been a little too obsessed with saving. Great video!

@robinborucki4736 Год назад

❤ glad you’re here! Your videos are the best 👍😊

@ssing7113 Год назад

Great message. I 100% agree. And thank you for the video. I am wealthy. But I seriously don’t know many who have “piles of money” they blow it weekly and have never saved for decades. Wealthy people are usually generational wealth or business owners.. the average Joe doesn’t have a pile of cash. Most are two paychecks from homeless Maybe a better message is so the things you want in life and start checking off those bucket list items ( however you can afford to go after the goal ). Some it might be camping in NZ. Some it might be 5 star hotels in NZ. Regardless I’ve found it’s not resources that are limited. It’s resourcefulness..

@finestgrowth Год назад

Love the quote about not taking ourselves to seriously. Also the memory dividends thing is so interesting and its the 1st time I've heard of it.

@jaga6011 Год назад

Great video Gracias

@hunterphan5506 9 месяцев назад

Wow. So glad you are safe and okay!

@ssiddarth Год назад

Amazing video Austin 👏 One that definitely deserves high praise, each of the lessons is something that we probably already know but it's so important to be reminded of them again & again on a regular basis, and the way you provided them against the backdrop of your story made them even more impactful. Truly splendid work mate 👍💕

@Moniccamccarty Год назад

This was really inspiring to me. I want to live life with no regrets. God bless you ❤

@erolhassan5346 Год назад

Very true Austin and probably the most relevant video you've made. We need to understand and remind ourselves that we will die one day, which will help us appreciate and enrich our lives

@ccyoutube8793 3 месяца назад

I couldn’t take those experiences when I was young as I was in a very poor situation…had no choice but to be super frugal 😢

@travelllller 2 месяца назад

me too..but you will be young longer then you think

@hrbob8349 Год назад

This vid makes me a little emotional. Love it.

@CookingwithDesi 3 месяца назад

Another great video.Thankfully you were saved and meant to share your wisdom with the world. Your videos always have lots of wisdom and knowledge. I’ve seen many people pass so young but still needed the reminder and encouragement to travel and enjoy life. Thank You!💗

@Luncheon23 Год назад

Startling title which was a bit scary at first, but great video Agustin! It's quite different from your other ones so far. Very thought provoking though.

@Fillemexicaine36 Год назад

Back in the States and to my routine, which includes binging on your videos, Agustín!

@ElAgustin Год назад

haha, welcome back!

@rocioocampo8735 Год назад

that totally describes me I always end up on the extremes. when i’m in the savings mode i don’t spend on much even food or I spend until my credit cards are maxed 😢. i am still learning to reach a balance at 55 years old 😂

@scottwhitney9890 7 месяцев назад

GREAT VIDEO! So glad you' not dead, Austin. Balance, moderation, living every moment in the moment. When you know, you know. ❤

@focusedfreebird Год назад

Great content. Great message. Nice channel here. 😁

@felipeferreira25 Год назад

I'm from Brazil and I love your videos.

@done611 Год назад

So glad you were ok.

@marileneteixeira8565 Год назад

Thanks for the video ❤️ I love how you think 💭 You are very wise

@ElAgustin Год назад

Thanks for watching!

@Naturenerd1000 Год назад

New experiences today opens up new experiences tomarrow.

@JenevieBrown Месяц назад

You have a very wise head on your shoulders, thank you so much for your excellent advice.👍👍💋❤️

@car_ventures Год назад

I'm glad you made it out safe from that situation Austin. I ended up with full head on experience and it certainly changed the course of things. Sometimes the universe has a way of giving us a shake up.

@ElAgustin Год назад

Thank!

@dougr.2245 Год назад

This video shows you the closest to my point of view. I've always been frugal, but I'm not afraid to spend when it's called for. Balance is my motto. I decided at your age that if I didn't travel & gather experiences I'd miss out on life. I don't mind living simply & cheaply if I have a little splurge (Trip or event or even a luxury meal) to look forward to.

@khamsaqasim3911 2 месяца назад

What a wonderful approach towards life. HI from Pakistan

@jaysmith2020 8 месяцев назад

A man traveling across a field encountered a tiger. He fled, the tiger after him. Coming to a precipice, he caught hold of the root of a wild vine and swung himself down over the edge. The tiger sniffed at him from above. Trembling, the man looked down to where, far below, another tiger was waiting to eat him. Only the vine sustained him. Two mice, one white and one black, little by little started to gnaw away at the vine. The man saw a luscious strawberry near him. Grasping the vine with one hand, he plucked the strawberry with the other. How sweet it tasted! -zen parable

@maxhatty Год назад

Your almost died is very different from mine. I ran to the bathroom because I felt like I had diarrhea and was about to vomit at the same time. I fell off the toilet in a ventricular tachycardia fit. I didn't know it but my early 20's son heard the disruption in the bathroom and checked on me. I woke up with medics all around. Now I have been blessed with amazing heart surgeons. I make extra money doing side gigs and I've been living it up doing things like camping and hiking like crazy. Every extra dollar is living for today while not having to stress over tomorrow because it was already covered.

@MFox-tu2co Год назад

We like you saying the number of each video at the end ❤

@irmapatino167 Год назад

❤ great video!

@anniec6420 Год назад

this is a fantastic video....older now...but trying to live more retired even though im still working....off to dubrovnik and .more holidays in the pipeline...have basics in position after long hard haul....

@marcelah505 Месяц назад

Beautiful ❤

@obronibibleteacher Год назад

I appreciate the seriousness of this video. There's a wise book that says we brought nothing into this world and it is certain we can take nothing out. It's therefore important to use money with wisdom during this short life on earth. Wisdom acknowledges that helping people with money is one of the most enriching investments one can make. Thanks Austin.

@lilianee7778 Год назад

Your best episode yet

@allenbrown9052 9 месяцев назад

Wow, this was great. I gotta read Die with Zero now. 🧡 🐪

@kadu3502 Год назад

That' s why I always listen to my favourite music while driving, just in case🤔😊 Thank God you survived🙏

@GrannyLinn Год назад

Yes. We used to say, “Everything in moderation.” In the 1970s, a Christian writer, Charlie Shedd, suggested “Give 10%, save 10%, and spend the rest with thanksgiving and joy.” I don’t think he meant that as a rigid rule; it isn’t a bad guideline, though, is it.

@Anglophile2012 Год назад

Profound

@cajunjamis9001 Год назад

#2 ) What Book helped me the most in Life? Check Book!

@luluzyz Год назад

I almost died, but I still can’t figure out money 😂

@jayyi6657 Год назад

Sorry about my comments before. I was trying to help by giving u some honest input. I wish ur channel the best and success Augustine. Hope u have a good day

@zoegara7793 Год назад

Like your videos very much. Please make videos outside or doing frugal things. For example interviewing people for frugal tips while walking.

@MissNewsky 3 месяца назад

Your best video❤

@cecilianduguta8241 Год назад

Memory Divideds...Great!

@Denise_Cocoa Год назад

Last year I had a breast cancer scare. I took 4 imaging tests and they still were inconclusive so I had to go for a biopsy. I was terrified for 3 whole months. That’s when I had my epiphany. None of these material things matter. I can only be buried in one outfit. I’m no longer working to buy “things” but to buy “freedom.” Thank God the biopsy was negative but the experience did a lot to change my perspective on life and money.

@jon6309 Год назад

This video is very inspiring. I've been in many near death situations but always took life for granted. I grew up being a miser but over the years I've been better in learning how to spend money for my pleasure. I have no debt and have accumulated a nice savings but I am so scared to take risks due to poor investments I made when I was younger and less educated about how to invest properly. The trauma has made me paralyzed even though I am better informed now and even work for a wealth management division for a bank. I do agree that we always live in extremes and life is about finding balance which I truly believe. Also thank you for the encouragement of taking risks because when I die it doesn't matter. I am so restricted in my investment and approaching people I am romantically interested in because I am afraid of risks but now I think I would care less about outcomes as long as I did my best and approached the situation with the right mind set. I also like how you were able to awaken to the true purpose of money as a tool which is useless if it has no usage.

@katherinepace7369 Год назад

Great wisdom, Austin. I like your analogy about hammers. I'm trying not to worship acquiring hammers for hammers sake!

@user-dq4ri6fi7b Год назад

This is the strangest thing, just this morning I was thinking about a carpenter I know who once said to me that money is evil, this was years ago, he had very little of it, and at the time I had no response. The strange part is that just this morning I got thinking about it and realized that my response should have been 'money is a tool just as your hammer and screwdrivers are your tools'. And then here your video pops up... It's not as though the I may have seen the title and that got me thinking, your title is nothing to do with money being a tool. So strange. BTW, scary beginning about the car going the wrong way, wow.

@joycegonzales4994 Год назад

I hope you called the police so he didn’t kill somebody else.

@ElAgustin Год назад

I didn't! I was in such a state of shock that I couldn't comprehend what happened! It makes you understand when you hear those stories of bad things happening to people, but it doesn't phase them in the moment because they can't comprehend it.

@danicegewiss862 Год назад

@@ElAgustin I totally understand.

@CAGChannel1 Год назад

Did u do a video that week? Would be interesting to go back and watch it.

@ElAgustin Год назад

I think it was my 10th video, but at that time nobody was watching my channel. It wasn't about it though.

@jtt1928 Год назад

You are very young with lots of wisdom already 🙌🏾! I’m 42 and had I had your wisdom at 29…I would have been a bonified humble millionaire living a simple life 🏝️😂

@purpledream1045 Год назад

It’s a very good point. Without using money enrich your life , money is just papers or numbers. It’s a tragedy if you are in the heaven but your money in the bank😂

@kevinfestner6126 Год назад

Except, sometimes you may have devote the time to direct one's financial reality, and yes devote multiple years to living a pauper existence. I'm in year 8, and may have to go into years 9 and 10, and do what is necessary to direct my life to what I desire.