#42 -Andrew Kearns (Interview) Stoicism and Creativity

Andrew Kearns' YouTube Channel Andrew's Instagram Moment YouTube Channel If you have a change support Andrew by getting his photography book How Does It Feel? A Photo Journal by Andrew Kearns (not sponsored in any way, I'm just a fan of his work) Hey There this is Santi welcome to the podcast,  Today I had the honor of talking to one of my all time favorite photographers. Someone who's work I looked up to for years. His name is Andrew Kearns he's been a YouTuber for many years and has created a large following online sharing his amazing photography and videos. If you are not familiar with his YouTube channel or Instagram, I highly recommend you have a quick look before listening to this episode, just so you have an idea of the impact of his work. I recently came across one of his latest videos where he discussed a lot of changes going on in his life.  He mentioned Stoic philosophy and in that moment I sent him an email asking him to be on the podcast. In these episode we discussed Andrew's introduction to Stoicism, we also touched topics like: - the downside of online success - social media - hustling culture Stoicism as well as the advantages of being a creator who relies on philosophy to guide ones decisions through life.  Andrew also mentioned how an existential crisis can help you gain clarity. If you've been a fan of Andrew's work, it's awesome to have you here. I am thankful to Andrew for all his honesty throughout this whole conversation, it felt like talking to an old friend. If you've been following Andrew, I believe this is a great update on his life and I believe there's a lot of good advice for creators and people who want to follow their passions. Hope you enjoy the interview Show Notes 4:00 The link of creativity and philosophy. 6:00 Differences between self-help and philosophy. 8:00 Being honest with ourselves when we notice we are projecting a certain lifestyle. 9:00 Andrew's intro to Stoicism. 10:00 The importance of daily journaling. 13:21 quote from The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People:  "Examine your own motivations against you highest values because they impact your perception which impacts your behavior and the results that follow." -Stephen R. Covey 17:00 Social Media can easily turn into an ego fest. 22:00 The dark side of success. 23:00 Paradox of choice, too much food in the fridge. 26:00 Reflecting on how to make work sustainable. 33:00 Embrace the existential crisis 34:00  “A smooth sea never made a skilled sailor.”  ― Franklin D. Roosevelt  38:00 How to be a creator online, in an authentic way. 50:00 The uselessness of complaining. 50:30 The burners analogy. How to balance aspects of our life such as: - Health - Family - Friends  - Work 53:00 Enjoying the process.