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Matthew McConaughey On His Greenlights Philosophy, His Roadtrip Course And Feeling Gratitude For Life

Jun 14, 2023

Matthew McConaughey, acclaimed actor and author of the bestseller Greenlights, shares his unique philosophy for life. He discusses the transformative lessons from his recent harrowing flight experience, emphasizing vulnerability and living in the moment. McConaughey elaborates on the concept of being selfish to be selfless and the balance between pursuing dreams and family time. His new course, Roadtrip, aims to inspire personal growth by focusing on the journey rather than just the destination.

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Episode guests

Matthew McConaughey

Highlights

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Episode notes

Redefining Success

02:00

Working Around the World: Dad or Friend

00:34

Navigating Risk in the Post-COVID World

01:53

Intro

4min

Exploring Personal Growth and Mental Wellness Resources

2min

Turbulence and Transformation

18min

Memento Mori: Balancing Self and Service

5min

Pursuing Potential: The Journey Over the Destination

15min

The Quest for Meaning Beyond Achievement

4min

Finding Balance: Joy in Simplification

23min

Promotions and the Entrepreneurial Journey of Phil Knight

2min

Ryan speaks with Matthew McConaughey in the first of a two-part interview about the philosophy behind his bestselling memoir Greenlights, how he aims to help teach people unique ways improve their lives with his new course: Roadtrip – the Highway to More, what he learned from his recent terrifying flight experience, why being truly selfish is actually selfless, how he strikes a balance between living an exciting life and spending quality time with family, and more.

Matthew McConaughey has been working in Hollywood for over 25 years, appearing in acclaimed films, including Interstellar, A Time to Kill, The Wolf of Wall Street, and Dallas Buyers Club. His work in the latter film won him the 2013 Academy Award for Best Actor. McConaughey also works as a producer and spokesperson, and recently released his first book, the bestselling memoir Greenlights. He also founded and runs the Just Keep Livin Foundation to help kids lead active and healthy lifestyles. You can follow his work on Twitter @McConaughey, Instagram @officiallymcconaughey, and YouTube at Matthew Mcconaughey, and you can find his Roadtrip course at artoflivinevent.com/roadtrip.

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