#3 Andrea Casti - Honesty, Island Life And Kontainers.

KohPhanCast

"I told them always the same thing. My life is not what you see. Because many people take the life of the people and they paste their life on Instagram. So they see free picture, but I'm not posting the picture of myself washing the dishes. I'm not an idiot."
In this episode of KohPhanCast, I dive deep into the reality of social media and the facade that many people present online. It's easy to get caught up in the highlight reels of others' lives, but the truth is often far from what is portrayed. I share my own insecurities about editing and presenting this project honestly and I introduce my guest, Andrea Casti, the owner of Kontainer Restaurant.
Andrea is a friend and an incredible person who embodies authenticity. He speaks candidly about his journey, the challenges of running a business, and the importance of staying true to oneself.
We discuss the pressures of social media, the misconceptions of living in paradise, and the reality of hard work behind the scenes. Andrea's story is a testament to the idea that life is not always what it seems, and that we must embrace our true selves, flaws and all.
Join us as we explore the importance of authenticity in a world that often values appearances over reality. This conversation is not just about social media; it's about living life on your own terms and finding fulfillment in the journey, not just the destination.
Time Stamps:
00:00:00 - Teaser
00:00:22 - Guest Introduction
00:01:25 - Beginning of the Interview
00:03:18 - Discussing Openness and Honesty
00:09:15 - Talking About Respect
00:10:05 - Leaving Italy and Discovering Copernicus
00:14:17 - Starting the Restaurant
00:15:24 - Opening the Restaurant
00:16:11 - Challenges and Motivation
00:19:10 - The Idea of the Container
00:20:59 - Respecting Laws and Workers
00:21:07 - Continuous Improvement and Future Plans
00:21:28 - Returning to Italy
00:23:00 - The Reality of Running a Business
00:24:15 - Views on the Situation in Europe
00:31:00 - Living in France
00:33:30 - Spirituality and Beliefs
00:38:11 - Living in the Present
00:39:07 - Future Plans and Dreams
00:39:53 - Living on an Island
00:40:36 - The Reality of Living the Dream
00:42:34 - Running a Business in Thailand
00:46:35 - Discussing Life on the Island and Future Developments
00:49:56 - Views on Italian Culture and Way of Life
00:54:56 - Decision Against Having Children
00:58:02 - Concerns About Raising Children Today
01:01:07 - Discussing Personal Freedom and Social Media Influence
01:02:21 - Discussing the 'Main Character Syndrome'
01:03:19 - Advice to Younger Self and Others
01:03:39 - Emphasizing the Importance of Travel
01:04:32 - Advice on Living Experiences Fully
01:04:58 - Final Thoughts and Goodbyes

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