Do Your S#!t, Don't Let Their S#!t Do You

     

     Anytime you set out to do your own thing and forge your own path, it's ALWAYS gonna be those detractors who expect you to just trash all your aspirations, fall in line and become just another spoke in the wheel, and only because that's the "safe" life THEY chose to accept for themselves.  They think just because THEY'RE cool with being someone else's pawn, that you should be too.  Tragically, too many succumb to this pressure and put their dreams on the back burner, never to be seen again.  That's not living, and that's not what we're put on this Earth for.  I understand responsibilities and all that, especially being a parent, but at the same time I also acknowledge my responsibility to MYSELF.  If you know your purpose then follow that shit to the very end, regardless of their misguided opinions thinking they know "what's best for you."

     Because when you really think about it, who are they anyway?  Sure they may be friends, family, or people in positions of "authority" (whatever that REALLY even means); but what gives any of them the right to feel like they know you, better than YOU know you?  Furthermore, do they TRULY have your best interest in mind, or are there ulterior motives at play?  Did they once have dreams that they gave up to fit within the status quo, and therefore don't want to see you fulfill what they were unable to?  Or are they just trying to impose on you what they were taught, because they genuinely believe that's the only way to go about things?  Either way, if you let their line of thinking infect yours with their passive energy, then the most you can ever hope for is to just "get by."  Just.  Like.  Them.

     You see, what needs to be understood is that the average person NEEDS to be told how to do their shit, otherwise they can't even function.  When you put the average person in a situation where they actually have to make a decision for his or herself, oftentimes they can't take the pressure and sometimes they even crumble under it.  Very few seem to be able to make a concrete decision about anything important without seeking out the advice and/or approval of another individual first; and if they DO make one on their own, their next move is to constantly second-guess it and have doubts that it was the right choice. From birth, we are conditioned to follow others' instructions and not ask questions because "That's just life, and that's the way it is."  To many, being a "responsible adult" is going along with the program and not making any waves, not rocking the boat; if you think for yourself and ask questions about certain norms that just don't add up to you, that's considered "childish and immature" and you begin to be perceived as a threat.  So sadly, it seems many are programmed to be self-conscious of any major choice that isn't based on anyone else's input and advice.

     Let's just face it though:  The ones history remembers are the ones who forged their own path, who did it their own way.  The followers, the puppets, no one cares about them; they're expendable, a dime a dozen...as they should be, for not having the balls to get out here and do their own thing and trying to "play it safe."  Some of you may read this and take offense because it makes you realize you are indeed the latter, but remember this is Good Game 101, so everything said is meant with the intentions of growth.  So with that in mind, think about this:  What reason is there for the world to remember anyone who's just going along to get along, and doing the exact same thing everyone else is doing??  If you're waking up day in and day out, going to a job you despise to bust your ass for someone else and helping to build their legacy instead of your own, then coming home and plopping in front of the TV to watch the game rather than use that time for something constructive to upgrade yourself, what is there that's even WORTH remembering about you outside of your circle of family and friends?  What makes you ANY different than the millions of human robots who do the exact same thing every single day of their adult lives?

     That's why it's VITAL for us to start looking within and tapping into our inner psyches more, because through technology our society is conditioning us to be little more than carbon copies of each other, with a few minor variations here and there.  Society expects us all to think the same, act the same, and more or less be the same, because to do otherwise is too unpredictable and poses a threat to the status quo everyone has become so comfortable with.  Social media has us more concerned with "Likes," retweets and approval than being who we truly are, which will prove to be detrimental to those who aren't in tune with themselves because they will eventually lack any sense of identity.  If you've seen the movie Idiocracy, then I'm sure you have an idea of exactly where I'm coming from.  The need for self-awareness and individual critical thinking skills is more urgent than ever, and with the plethora of information readily available with just a few keystrokes, it can be disheartening to see how few are TRULY willing to take advantage of it.

     Those who choose to remain ignorant, will without a doubt mock and attempt to discourage you from trying to better your position in life; sad to say, but it just goes with the territory of creating your own lane and stepping outside of society's box.  The key is to not even pay them any mind though, keep your sights set on accomplishing your mission the way you see fit, and let them see your GAME at work.  Do your shit.

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What Is GAME? Do You REALLY Have It?

I'll cut right to the chase:  Most likely, this blog couldn't be further from what you were expecting.  Chances are, when you saw the words "good game," it instantly gave you the impression that this would be a spot to come for tips on learning how to pick up women or get over on people.  Well this ain't that.  

For decades, "game" has been erroneously attributed to only those two areas, when in fact it encompasses a much broader range than the average person can ever comprehend.  You see, with true game you don't NEED to get over on anyone, because you know how to make things happen for yourself; with true game you don't NEED to chase after women, because you'll be putting yourself in a position where they choose up on you.  

There's a saying that goes, "The game ain't on you, it's in you;" meaning that true game is all about self-improvement and upgrading, it's about absorbing and internalizing everything going on around you, and then using that to improve all areas of your life.  Game helps you not only stay focused on your purpose, but also to stay on alert for those who may wish to take advantage of you.  

So you see, the benefits of this sort of Game FAR outweigh the ability to pull a few women.  Enough of the formalities though, let's get into the specifics of the ingredients of this Game and how you can make it work for you.

GROWTH

While you might not realize it just yet, this element is THE starting point of the entire Game.  As I stated above, the Game is all about improvement and upgrading yourself; so without growth, none of the rest is even possible.

Think about it like this:  If Lebron or Kobe didn't train as rigorously as they did in the beginning stages of their careers, would we be talking about them as the icons they are today?  Of course not, only reason we do is because they both put the necessary work in to develop their respective games and therefore rise up above the rest.  Without their dedication to Growth, there's a great chance we could be talking about two other players right now in the same light we do them.

The absolute WORST thing you can do is remain stagnant because it's a direct result of no Game; when in a state of stagnation, Growth is impossible. Since Growth is the starting point, that in turn makes the other three elements of Game impossible to achieve as well.  That's why it's VITAL to always subject yourself to things that challenge you, especially mentally.  Read nonfiction books about various subjects, watch documentaries; but don't just read the books and watch the documentaries, because then they're only entertainment and nothing more.  Absorb the material, analyze it, come to your own conclusions, and most importantly, ASK QUESTIONS.  Even if you're only asking yourself, inquire about the things you're curious about so that you may have a more informed opinion.

AMBITION

You have to have a goal.  Once you reach that goal, set another one, and so on and so forth.  If you really want to test your limits and have the confidence to pull it off, set a few goals to work towards simultaneously.  It's all about pushing yourself as far as you can go; once you start to acquire more knowledge on your journey of Growth, the horizons of how far you can go begin to expand, and you'll find yourself setting that proverbial bar higher and higher.  

They say the sky's the limit; but for as encouraging as that phrase is meant to be, all it means is that they reached the sky and became satisfied, that was enough for them.  Once you reach the sky, aim even higher.  There IS no limit.  Position yourself to be self-sufficient so your livelihood doesn't rest in anyone else's hands, and so your seeds can learn by example and follow suit.  Position yourself so that your happiness doesn't  depend on the presence of women, so-called friends or anyone else, because your purpose in life trumps all that.

MOTIVATION

We've all seen it:  The guy with the "million-dollar idea," who claims to have all the angles worked out; but when it's all said and done it ends up like Ray's Boom Boom Room, the mind is the only place it ever exists.  

A goal with out action is just a dream, and dreams are for people who are asleep.  In 2015, we've become a society that looks for "the quick fix" in practically every aspect of our lives, with the smallest amount of effort possible required to acquire it.  This is something I like to call the Lottery Mentality, which is the genuine belief some people hold that someday they will strike it rich without having to do anything meaningful to earn it.  While many rely on this far-fetched fantasy in order to maintain some shred of "hope", in reality the only thing it guarantees is that they'll be stuck on stupid, spinning their wheels and remaining stagnant while life passes them by.  

This also applies to those who may have a particular skill or talent, but concoct every excuse in the book as to why they should keep working for someone else instead of capitalizing on said skill or talent.  Many times it has to do with fear of failure, and sometimes even fear of success; but a man who can show he fears neither will go far in this world.

EXCELLENCE

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Why bother doing anything at all if you're just gonna halfass it and not put your all into it, right?  The only thing the mediocre are ever remembered for, IS BEING MEDIOCRE.  This is why someone like Tupac is still idolized by many even twenty years after his death, and we've all but forgotten about people like Dem Franchise Boyz, Hurricane Chris, etc.  That's why no matter what it is you do, it's important to strive for it to be top-notch; otherwise, there's no point.  

This goes back to the whole "sky's the limit" concept from earlier.  Once you feel you've done the absolute best you possibly can, aim to do even better.  If you're not completely satisfied with what you've done, that's a sign you're doing something right.  That's the shit champions are made of, and that the greats are remembered for.  If you're not reaching for excellence, then you're doomed to forever just exist in this world, instead of making any type of meaningful impact.

So there you have it:  GAME = Growth, Ambition, Motivation, & Excellence.  A lot of dusty dudes are running around talking about they have game just because they can pull the type of females ANY guy could pull with ease, or because they can con people out of shit, but if they don't possess these four characteristics then they're simply talking out the side of their neck.  I have a mini-assignment for you:  Observe some of the more respected guys in your circle, the ones who carry themselves with class and honor; if you don't have any friends like this in your circle, then any well-esteemed man will do.  Watch their mannerisms and their character, and pay close attention to how all four characteristics seem to just radiate from their very being.

So to you cats out there who've had trouble figuring out just what the secret to "having game" is, use this acronym as a reference point of sorts for what to focus on if you're serious about trying to elevate your level of understanding about the the world, the people around you, and yourself.  Even when it comes to attracting women, if you possess the GAME in this sense, it makes them a hell of a lot simpler to not only catch, but maintain.  You don't have to take my word for it though, try it and find out for yourself.

LONG LIVE THE GAME.

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