Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal How To Find Meaning In A Digital World - Kharma Medic
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Mar 28, 2022 
Nasir Kharma, a co-founder of DeepMind and medical student, shares his insights on balancing the demands of life and productivity. He discusses the impact of therapy on his approach to time management, advocating for mindfulness over hustle culture. Reflecting on his YouTube journey, he talks about navigating early struggles in content creation and the tension between altruism and personal gain. Kharma emphasizes the importance of enjoying the process and finding meaning in a fast-paced digital world.
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Kharma's Path to Med School
- Nasir Kharma applied to prestigious medical schools after high school but didn't get in.
- He then studied in Canada, reapplied, and got accepted in the UK.
University Systems Comparison
- Canadian/American university systems have intense GPA pressure, requiring consistent high performance.
- UK universities prioritize major exams, offering more flexibility in earlier years.
Why Medicine?
- Kharma's initial desire to be a doctor stemmed from movies, not real-world experience.
- Work experience solidified his medical aspirations.
