In this enlightening discussion, Ben Nemtin, co-founder of The Buried Life and New York Times bestselling author, reveals how to rediscover your dreams buried under life's demands. He shares insights on breaking free from societal expectations, the power of accountability, and the transformative journey of pursuing authenticity. The conversation encourages listeners to confront their fears and engage in actionable steps towards their passions, emphasizing that personal fulfillment not only enriches one’s life but can also inspire others.

What would happen if you created your bucket list, and actually went for it. Full out. No excuses. Ben Nemtin put this to the test and you won’t believe what he was able to accomplish. This is an absolutely inspiring and motivational podcast, which isn’t that surprising being that Ben Nemtin is one of the top motivational speakers in the world. An amazing storyteller, you’ll be continually surprised by the seemingly impossible things that can actually happen when you fully commit. For example, one of Ben’s bucket list items was playing basketball with president Obama….and it happened. And if those things you wish to accomplish don’t actually come to fruition, at least you’ll know it wasn’t from lack of effort. “Do not wait to strike till the iron is hot; but make it hot by striking” - William Butler Yeats Connect with Ben Nemtin Website | https://www.bennemtin.com/ YouTube | https://bit.ly/3RAmghS Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/bennemtin/?hl=en Twitter | https://twitter.com/BenNemtin This episode is sponsored by: Helix Sleep save up to 200 dollars off all mattress orders AND two free pillows by visiting HelixSleep.com/AMP TITAN Invest in BOTH the public AND private markets with as little as $500 and build towards a diversified, more resilient portfolio on one simple platform. Get $25 when you invest with TITAN by visiting Titan.com/AMP ONNIT  Get 10% off all Onnit Products: https://bit.ly/3LMVArK To partner with the Aubrey Marcus Podcast Connect with Aubrey Website | https://www.aubreymarcus.com/ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/aubreymarcus/ Twitter | https://twitter.com/aubreymarcus Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/AubreyMarcus/ YouTube | https://bit.ly/2DLctpk Check out  Own The Day Own Your Life by Aubrey Marcus|  https://bit.ly/2t6x4hu Subscribe to the Aubrey Marcus Newsletter: https://www.aubreymarcus.com/pages/email

#36: Bucket list master and NYT #1 bestselling author Ben Nemtin joins Chris to discuss how to live a fulfilling life rather than a life dictated by the expectations of others. They talk about how to create a meaningful bucket that goes beyond just travel goals, what most people regret at the end of their lives, and how to make big goals less daunting by creating momentum. Ben Nemtin is the author of NYT #1 bestseller What Do You Want To Do Before You Die? and the author of the brand new book The Bucket List Journal. He's also a creator of the hit MTV series The Buried Life, which documented a mission he and three childhood friends took to pursue the world’s greatest bucket list. He thought the trip would last two weeks - but ever since he hasn’t looked back. “A bucket list is just a reminder of those things that are important to you” - Ben NemtinFull show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/bucket-lists-ben-nemtin Partner DealsFor all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/dealsResources MentionedConnect with Ben Nemtin: Website | InstagramBen Nemtin’s Books: What Do You Want To Do Before You Die? | The Bucket List Journal The Buried Life: Website | ShowStudies Mentioned: The Experience of Regret: What, When, and Why by Thomas Gilovich and Victoria Medvec Mindset Theory of Action Phases  Full Show Notes(00:12) Who Is Ben Nemtin?(01:44) How The Buried Life Started(02:46) How Ben Nemtin Got to Play Basketball With President Obama(04:27) Asking Out Megan Fox(06:56) Helping Others Check Items Off Their Own Bucket Lists(08:25) Do Most People Have a Bucket List (And Why Do We Procrastinate Our Personal Goals)?(11:43) What 76% of People Regret at the End of Their Lives (According to a Study by a Cornell Professor)(13:45) 3 Reasons Why People Don’t Live on Their Own Terms(16:05) 10 Categories of Life Your Goals Probably Fall Under(19:35) How to Simplify the Path to Finding Your Purpose (And the 10 Categories Continued)(25:29) How to Create a More Meaningful Bucket List (And How to Get Them Done)(33:25) Overcoming Fear of Failure to Accomplish Your Audacious Goals(36:54) Creating Momentum and Inspiration When Tackling Big Goals(40:35) How Ben Broke Down the Goal of Playing Basketball With Obama(47:17) The Ripple Effect of Doing the Things You Love (And How His Journey Began)(54:03) How to Connect With Ben Connect with All the HacksAll the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | EmailChris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedInEditor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the show we're interviewing our friend Ben Nemtin. Ben created and starred in the MTV show The Buried Life. Today, he's a producer, speaker and author.We had him on the podcast to talk about his journey with mental health as a creator, how to prioritize the goals that are most important to you, and how you can write your own bucket list.Check out Ben's website.

Celebrity author Ben Nemtin discusses overcoming fear, setting ambitious goals, and taking action. The podcast explores the relationship between purpose, mental health, and achieving big goals. It also delves into leading with vulnerability, embracing personal growth, and the transformative power of kindness.