Competition and Anxiety

[@BoibiTheWeak]

The SFV match announcer doesn't help either. She will say to your face with no chill that you've been on a losing streak.

[@thestanman1486]

Yeah bro wtf. And then they say shit like "your opponent is using their main character"

[@sladevalen]

It's be nice if you could turn her off. All my friends who try this game get depressed by her so they play way worse in ranked because they mentally checkout before the round starts

[@lorcanman]

Set System Voice to OFF bro, helps so much

[@kalinflip]

That bitch hating is my motivation

[@DragynFyre12]

@@sladevalen Im pretty sure you can turn it off in the settings

[@kristiankelloway127]

"What if I could have conquered myself first...and lost on my own terms" This is the realest feeling of them all

[@Gibbidens]

This is hitting so deeply I might start to cry like a little bitch about the fuck ups of my life and the fact that Im trying to balance and channel them by the amount of wins I get inside a fighting game. . . . . WHAT WILL HAPPEN NOW?!

[@kristiankelloway127]

@@Gibbidens You're not alone - we gotta take it one day at a time

[@davidcombs8914]

I always tell people that anxiety is waay more a physical symptom than it is an emotional one

[@frangeek90]

That is so true. You can physically feel it.

[@chaldeang7687]

True, had it once, got a fever, vomited all night, got extreme lower back pain to the point where I couldn't sleep all night long. And everybody experiences different symptoms with their anxiety, like my friend for example had breathing problems because of it, whereas I didn't have that.

[@DayFul]

The last ranked match I played it was down to both of us having a magic pixel left and I clutched it. My heart rate was so high I had to call it a day I was shaking I'd love to not care so much.

[@BrethrenThouEnraged]

It’s weird to watch Sajam talking about himself in the third person

[@quekZo95]

Wait this isnt aris?

[@scrubzero1735]

Lol

[@rockoutloud2112]

Tru but you gotta admit, this is a great video by jiyuna

[@Jojo-uc9or]

@@quekZo95 Its tasty steve.

[@quekZo95]

@@Jojo-uc9or ok thanks for the info

[@puddilya]

Brian using this as an excuse to show off his greatest moments

[@mrosskne]

if I had any good moments I'd show them off too

[@SolracBy]

Chef kiss to the editor for the choice of music on this and all the vids

[@julianacosta5936]

Do you know the name of outro track?

[@SolracBy]

@@julianacosta5936 sadly no, it sounds like an OST from a videogame, have heard it before in plenty youtube videos, will let you know if I figure out. Personally it sounds like PS1 to me

[@SolracBy]

@@julianacosta5936 they usually put a pastebin with the music in the description, wonder why they stopped, it was so nice

[@lookatmynips]

I really wanna know what chat says every time he blurs it out.

[@randucke]

It's Redial from Bomberman Hero. Underrated soundtrack

[@thestanman1486]

God, I would love for Brian to talk more about these past moments. That pop off he did against the Ibuki killed me

[@Chill_Derp_]

When I play in online tournaments I lose all control over my body. Shaking voice, shaking hands, my legs start to ache, my body starts to spasm. I just can’t control my body. Everything that I try to do to combat my body language just gets blown up. Very relatable. I need help lol

[@X19Virus]

Acting like you don't need help

[@KuroKamii94]

Acting like you don’t have Performance anxiety

[@187onaPigeon]

I always start sweating under my armpits, really bad.

[@thebeesknees1162]

You should enter more tournaments and get used to it, maybe with friends.

[@skylrxoxo]

pretend youre playing casuals

[@udderhippo]

You just need to hire CreepySleepy to have a donut ready for you to steal each tournament.

[@dreggywegs]

"Who do you think you are?! I am!" - Brian_F

[@Zyxrox0]

*Sajam

[@lordbasketboi9998]

@@Zyxrox0 same person

[@cblake7462]

"Say my name!" "S-s-Sajam." "You're goddamn right!"

[@Justin-be6be]

Yea this is why I quit sfv recently lol. Not worth the anxiety and drop in self esteem. I’ll play some animal crossing

[@lordbasketboi9998]

@@Justin-be6be do whats best for you buddy, no judgment here :)

[@zeroth88]

Players like CreepySleepy are amazing for communities. And when they help concoct a funny bit, everybody wins. Goofball shenanigans like that almost always helps nerves, and its always fun when competitors help each other have fun and perform better.

[@ExplosiveBolts]

As someone with really bad anxiety, I appreciate you making this video.

[@ricis0nline]

my hands used to shake whenever i missed an anti air or dropped a combo even if i was just playing casual online but ever since i started listening to music while I play it really helped me stop overthinking every single match

[@Mugen123456789]

music really does help a lot. i recently switched from super intense music to very relaxing music and it works even better (personally)

[@PurpleFreezerPage]

Your value and importance, as a person, is determined by how happy you can make yourself and others in the long run. No, I'm not talking taking ecstacy one night and having an amazing time, then living with the shitty consequences later. I'm talking about lasting, healthy happiness. It's worth noting that everyone has enormous potential to succeed at this. If you don't feel you make yourself or others happier, you can improve that slowly over time.

[@SolarFlorad]

I truly love this. Thanks.

[@PurpleFreezerPage]

@@SolarFlorad thanks for your thanks

[@Azmodeus87]

Yeah, The zone is very rare but well documented thing in sports. It's great when it happens, but so many things has to be in harmony.

[@BasicallyGoblin]

I used to pog when Brian uploaded. What have I become.

[@aktn_p1kaso830]

I needed this video. Ngl I’m sure we all have felt EXACTLY like this, bc I’m going through this all the time (ranked and tournament). At least for me.

[@Pdt8000]

I also get anxiety symptoms from playing fighting games, but not just in ranked or brackets. What sucks even more is I get crazy depressed, crazy fast, as a bonus. It's just so stupid how I get so consumed by something as insignificant as a string of mechanical failures or poor judgement / autopilot, but it's gotten to the point where just thinking about playing a competitive game (that I do like) triggers that anxious response and makes me physically ill. Psychology is wack as fuck.

[@crazed8828]

This still applies to this day. Gotta love the videos from you and sajam

[@chrislaalo3965]

"What if I could have conquered myself first?" This has to be my favourite line from you since I subbed 2 months ago.

[@Adamaru5]

I love how the chat just deadass said "weeed" when he was talking about his nerves

[@no_nameyouknow]

Double edged sword that. It can make you calm or it can make you more nervous. Depends on the person and it can switch up out of nowhere. Booze will calm your nerves, but it will also dull your reactions and wits. It's also more dangerous in my opinion.

[@Adamaru5]

@@no_nameyouknow i've never tried weed personally, i would like to but still, not something Im planning to do rn

[@happycamperds9917]

“Winners don’t do drugs, but people who win do.” -Gerold “Core-A Gaming” Lee

[@artyblazy4640]

@@no_nameyouknow Great for casual sets if learning is the main driver, I wouldn't in a bracket due to the double edgeness that you mentioned.

[@Kirgio]

@@no_nameyouknow I'm one of those. Weed used to calm me down and chill me out super hard, and then one day that just switched and I found myself feeling more anxious and more nervous when high.

[@lorcanman]

PSA that you can turn the ranked announcer off by setting "System Voice" to OFF

[@Kenzamaka]

Hey Brian, just wanted to say this video came at a really good time for me. I'm about to be done with 11 straight days of work, over 90 hours, and while I love fighting games I always feel too exhausted to deal with the anxiety and ego damage of fighting games. Especially when I'm out of practice. But listening to videos like this, just discussing fighting games, really re-ignites my passion for them. I've got the next two days off and while Monster Hunter is coming out, I'm setting aside some time for SFV. Time to press buttons. Thank you, Brian. :)

[@jeremyf1901]

I never knew Brian rocked a mullet

[@CharlesPlaine]

Great Topic. I have massive anxiety for ranked and online in general unless I know the person I am playing. I tried to grind my way thru it but bad online makes it an even bigger issue. But in person, I am 100% fine. If I can see the person, even if its a total stranger, I am calm and enjoying myself. Even in tournaments, I am ok. I wish I was like this for ranked but my heart start racing and I am unreasonably nervous and super hard on myself the whole match.

[@javoclean960]

Thank you so much for this. I was playing in the MK Pro Komp for my region (Liga Latina Central America) and I felt super confident early on cuz I knew I had defeated most of the people in the tournament at least once, and also since I thought at that point I was the best player in my country. However, the more I advanced in winners, the more the nerves got to me, and I lost to a guy making so many mistakes I had to delay my loser game a lot, I stretched, ate a bag of chips, drank what I had of coffee left. Stood up and stretched, I couldn't even talk with my brother or my GF on the phone properly. I pick it up in losers winning a couple of games and on the last one, I was 2-0 down. I crawled the hell back because I stopped feeling the pressure as I had nothing to lose, but as soon as I got 2-2 with a Matchpoint in hand, winning the last round I completely unraveled. I made so many mistakes just in that final round. Ranked nerves are real, and tournament nerves are that but worse. Thanks for the vid Brian, this will help me become better and find my way to relax in a tourney match.

[@Raxyz_0]

I find it funny my relationship with SFV: - Holy shit, I'm almost ranking up, nice - And then I get matched with people well above my rank - I lose - I cuss the game broken matchmaking - I lose some more to people my rank - I de-rank - I stop playing - I go in the next day thinking I need to improve - I lose, think about what I did wrong, lose, try to improve - Then I win, I start using what I learned and start trying new things - I play some good matches and feel like I improved - Boot the game the next day - Then I go back to step 1 It's a vicious cycle man...

[@no_nameyouknow]

It's like a chain of caring. When you first start, you care about beating anyone, your friends, casual matches, whatever. Then you get into ranked and casual or friendly matches are pretty stress free because, compared to ranked, it doesn't really matter. Then some people start competing in tournaments, and start to feel that ranked doesn't matter because, compared to tournaments, it's not that important. I suppose this is why Punk can enter NLBC with thirteen and not care, because compared to bigger non weekly tournaments, NLBC isn't that important. Tokido probably only get's nervous in EVO grand finals, everything else is small potatoes.

[@PomadaGaming]

I honestly see myself in that space you were talking about in the beginning rn,it’s hard not to get angry and validate more the fact of winning over having fun or even getting better when playing ranked or in a competitive manner of course. I do think being self councious is useful,but again once you get in the loophole it’s hard to get out.

[@iamdjwp]

As someone who suffers from extreme anxiety and nerves it really helped to see this. Keep doing what you do!

[@sputnikdx]

You know what always helps me with my anxiety? A nice firm pat on the back by someone I want to be proud of me, with them saying "Don't be nervous." It works every time.

[@TheGilzam]

You put out the best fighting game content available. I do wish I'd seen this like a year ago. My ego was so attached to ranking...in every game type. Now I'm slowly shifting to learning. Thank you for your content. I do not play Street Fighter, but I still appreciate all of your knowledge and mindset advice. You seem really down to Earth while having an EXTENSIVE understanding of the SF series. I wish you luck in your future endeavors.

[@KingJaeTV]

I respect the honesty. Loving the content and the interaction with Creepy Sleepy. (I was actually at that Final Round aswell)

[@BoltofShadow17]

This is a super good video and agree that everyone deals with it differently. My problem was expectations or expecting too much out of me for "how much I've grinded for this" or such, ever since I learned to play without them I've gotten better. I end up playing in some online stuff too and go into it like "Oh I don't care about results" then the moment I get top 3 suddenly it's like "oh I can win" and it crashes down. You never stop working on yourself.

[@Demon09-_-]

I can't touch caffine or my nerves go through the roof if i am stressed. but man its inspiring hearing that even brian F got so tilted he almost quit and now hes here

[@gradius22]

Nice video. At 4:00 I stopped playing ranked for this exact reason - feeling bad after losing points and trying to make them back up, and if I can't, I feel bad when I stop playing. I've been happy to play casuals only after I got to super diamond, since at that point the rank of the opponents you're matched against isn't capped anymore, so it's still challenging and fun without stressing about points.

[@HawtDawg420]

Wonderful video, very relatable. Its structure as a journey was emotionally captivating. It's a great psychological release. I had to share it with everyone I know, because I know they're also struggling with this or have struggled with this in the past. You're doing great work, Brian (and editor)!

[@HMNNO]

Thanks for this video, it’s great to see past history of players because it’s rare that players will go over their own history. P.s. I miss watching offline tournaments

[@LoudButtons]

Those nerves symptoms are so relatable bro.

[@TheCrimsonCat89]

This is humbling, dude. Thank you. Seriously. I'm in Silver Rank right now in SF6 and I'm trying so hard to improve. Jamie is my character, and I'm sticking with him. Do I have other characters I like playing? Sure. Ken, Kimberly, Juri. I always will love the classic gals Cammy and Chun-Li. But Jamie resonates me with the most, just like how Yun resonated with me (and Yang by extension, but Genei Jin for life!). I want that Master rank. I want to do better in my locals (Connecticut has some STRONG players), I want to get those sponsorships and go above and beyond as a fighting game player. Loved them since I was little and it wasn't until 2015 after I graduated art school when I decided to partake competetively beyond the college settings. I always remind myself that I'm learning, improving, making friends, and having fun. I love challenges and competing. At Evo when I went for the first time this year, losing did not matter to me. I was with my girlfriend and I made so many friends there during that weekend! Out of Evo, it all comes up at me. Not so much nervousness, but my craving to be at the top is like a hungry beast. When I hit those losses, especially at my locals, it lately hit me hard. I decided to take a step back at competing in my locals, and to focus on improving. At my locals, I do the commentary and I play casuals instead. I'm learning from my friends who are much better than me, and I'm feeling my improvement. My friends and girlfriend have my back and they're so supportive. I gotta remind myself that even though I want to soar to the top, I gotta still tell myself that learning, having fun, making friends, and facing challenges that come with playing fighting games are my priority and why I play. Much love, homie! Hope to meet ya at a tournament someday!

[@blueperseverance3912]

I used to have the same level of anxiety in the past either in front of the class and in social circles and also while performing in competitions. The only thing that helped me get past it is reflect on the situation analyse and accept the outcome. It was all due to the fear of failure and once I started to undertand and be aware of it it was easier to manage. I myself had no one to talk to about this and I was at a point where I was almost starting to look at myself as a failure due to the fact that I was feeling all this pressure while other peers could perform so easily in similar circumstances, but if you have friends, talk to them about this, let yourself look into perspective and eventually climb the wall. It is a sensitive subject for me to this day especially knowing other people go through this as well. Brave heart 💪🏻

[@Flawlesslaughter]

Definitely been there, its crazy how if you don't put any ego into it and pretend you don't care at all, you play so much better.

[@Concap-ej9jj]

Awesome vid, I think I have this problem. Less of an extant than a few years ago, I didn’t have good WiFi so I got extremely frustrated, then I got Ethernet, relaxed, and started playing so much better.

[@skull_182]

Not competition but massive anxiety used to happen back when I did musical performances live. Everything from the voice to the playing went to the shitter because I was so damn nervous. I can seriously relate to the whole preparation thing down to the meals. Then there was those weird days when I was completely "in the zone" and my mind just worked, clear and nice, and everything went just fine. But then again, the performances troubled by anxiety and nervousness that actually went well made me feel like in the fucking moon afterwards. It's like the whole body gets into an intense high, maybe because all signs pointed out things would fail spectacularly but somehow I managed to overcome the odds. That's why I think you popped off there after that game, lol. I get a lot of anxiety playing SFV online. Well, any online competitive game in general. Got on an awful losing streak that made me stay away from the game for months. I'm better now; watching your channel and Sajam's advice on stuff made me stress less over this stuff.

[@iggabate]

dude, i live in argentina, is amaizing how much i enjoy your vids, even i hate balrog jaja every day i go on youtube and look for your new vid (time diference makes imposible for me to watch your stream so youtube is all i have) hope you play evo online, ill be cheering for you bro! GL hf

[@tonyg_fgc8152]

Very nice of you to talk about this! Seriously this is a topic that concerns most people and personally I really relate with your stories. Awareness is the first part of the solution, so, thank you for sharing!

[@TurboNemesis]

I felt very similarly when I was learning SF5. I read lucky enough to have an offline training partner, but even then all I could focus on was win/loss. But i watched some videos from you, sajam, daigo, and others and learned how to compartmentalize what im trying to learn. Sajam specifically did a video about mental stacks, and how to reduce them. Once you have less to think about the anxiety of playing goes down significantly

[@magicargo1232]

This video helped me so much. I get horrible anxiety when playing fighting games it’s good to know that I’m not alone thanks man

[@KennethJammin]

I’m sure you experience the same level of anxiety but you composure has improved immensely and you could see it in your recent NLBC win. I hate to use the word inspired but you’re love and dedication to the game is really infectious and its why I watch your content religiously. I’ll be rooting for you at Evo.

[@MoodyKev]

Im not sure how did I get to your channel cuz I don't play SFV since so long and I dont even speak english well lmao, but I'm here watching you constantly, and the message of this video is so sick because this applies to all the competitive games and not much ppl around it talks about, the rank approvement and the stages feelings. Love u bro.

[@js-ny2ru]

You can't imagine how much I appreciate this video!

[@CadillacBoi07]

Thanks Brian this is exactly why I love SF and everything about it but I can’t bring myself to play ranked. I’ve been the best amongst my friends since I can remember but the thought of ranked makes me into a ball of nerves. I just have to love it from a distance that I can handle

[@co81385]

Excellent video! Thank you for being so open and honest about this topic! I feel like this is a very important and feel topic regarding not just competitive video games, but in anything competitive. I can admit that it seems, in particular, that SF4 and SF5 ranked matches seem to give me some anxiety. I think that some of this anxiety comes from two places: 1) The margin between winning and losing can be very, very, very narrow. 2) There is a chance that a lag spike, or something else funky with an online connection, can happen at any moment. When the constant threat of 2, combines with 1...That can be very hectic. Additionally, I think that there can be a fear, or anxiety, of disappointment, if you spend so much time practicing and studying the game of your choice, and you just aren't seeing the results. However, it seems like I never really got nervous at in-person events. It seems like the anxiety crops up more during online matches.

[@Crimson15049]

It's nice to see more competitive fighting game players coming out and talking about these sort of things. Thanks for sharing this story with us.

[@Eifuh]

Im the same. I need to wear many layers while playing in tournament or I’ll get cold and be completely unable to do anything. This video was great, thank you so much for sharing Brian

[@HiqueBernardon]

Yeah, anxiety happens only when you care about what you are doing... and it's okay. I'm a professional drummer, love playing live and in studio, but when I have to work with something that I care a lot I get anxious. Some years ago when I started my musical college I felt so anxious to play marimba and vibraphone that in some cases I've had to stop playing, take a breath and keep going from the part where I stopped... it was terrible. Today I'm getting better with this.. A thing that helped me to overcome this issue was a video of a Jeff Porcaro's (ex-Toto's drummer) talking about anxiety. I guess we should embrace it... think about it as excitement and not as anxiety. For me it helps a lot to cool my nerves. Btw, great video as always,

[@SophiaLingua]

This video meant so much to me, thanks Brian

[@JinsainYT]

I'm gonna try man. Sometimes nothing bothers me, but most days I feel disappointed in myself and get angry at my mistakes. It makes me want to work hard at noticing every little detail in a match & I've noticed that I get tired WAY faster when playing like that. I don't even win most of the time that's the worst part.

[@HSAnt963]

Hearing you overcome this stuff and eventually make content to help new players get over certain barriers (such as "Why you're stuck in Bronze" vid) is so motivating and great.

[@Higashigg]

Banger of a video Brian! Mentality is half if not more when it comes to competing and you explain it perfectly here

[@dope2dropba141]

Great vid dude. I felt that. Keep goin

[@Negajoe]

Whenever I played ranked in Blazblue, my body would get so tense that before I knew it I was having major jaw and tooth pains from grinding my teeth during matches. I ended up buying a mouth-guard just to play ranked, and by golly it worked. I guess we all just need to find our own solutions for dealing with stress when playing on a competitive level.

[@qedsoku849]

I used to feel really nervous in tournaments, what helped me get over it was realizing that at the end of the day I’m there to have fun and show off what I can do, so while I want to win, and will do what I can to win, I don’t have to, there is always next time if I don’t.

[@MartyMcNinja]

possibly my favorite video of yours now. Sharing with as many people as I can since I know exactly what you're talking about is very personally felt by a lot of people. Thank you!

[@itzcryptecz1261]

I've always been a person more prone to anxiety than others (or so I think) and hearing you talk about it, even if only in the competitive sense, really struck a cord with me. Great vid!

[@marioavelar939]

Dude I completely agree with what you are saying. I am not sure why or how but, I've had that feeling one time. I just KNEW when and what to do, beating players I've never beaten before in tournament (nor casuals). Head is centered and in sync with my hands,, body is relaxed, no cold sweat, no nothing. Just confident in my game plan no matter what opponent I was up against, I just knew I was ready. Please, someone in the pharma company make a pill or a vaccine against those damn nerves!

[@ijpthegreat]

Brian upload? Pog.

[@harryvpn1462]

Brian upload? Pog.

[@davidantoine6625]

Great video on your ranked and tourney experience and nervousness...

[@triplemardito]

I really needed this vid. I feel really nervious every time a jump to rank. I think that being so obssesed with reach Diamond (im so close) is damaging my game plan. So thanks for the vid, ill will try to manage my emotions better.

[@Exltd]

This will be a very important reference video for FG players for years to come. Good shit Brian!

[@roopam2849]

Damn this hit home for me. The anxiety with ranked is too damn real. Also, Brian really appreciate you for the story at the end, it must be hard for you man! Would absolutely love to hear Smug’s thoughts on this topic. I have never seen that man nervous in tournaments.

[@mattinwinkymg]

Some people just cope fine. I think its probably down to what side/part of your brain is more dominant that makes you the kinda person to get panic like symptoms. I've had two big panic attacks in my life 1. When the responsibility of looking after my daughter kicked in 2. Ranked

[@devinalbano7187]

Thanks for opening up about this Brian, lot of wisdom in this video

[@Juneebug__]

i watched you this entire tournament and followed right after been loving your content ever since

[@brandonsellers1076]

I watched all of these matches and feel happy to see your ascent to greatness. Getting the "behind the scenes" truth behind the reactions is an amazing perspective. Thanks for Sharing and I'm going to apply this to my salt/nerves management.

[@howihowi]

Thank you so much for doing this Brian. I thought there was something wrong with me going into Ranks every time with cold hands and feet, shaking hands, and jacked heart beat. Thank you for making me feel normal.

[@Dliciousization]

God I remember having that "in the zone" kinda feeling when I won my state championship in d1 swimming. Just a cold approach to the block, not feeling the need to shake out any nerves or anything, and just go with some of the most intense focus I've ever felt in my life. Sometimes it just happens. But being able to swim with nerves going on a high stakes race is what makes great swimmers elite. I imagine the same is true for any other sport.

[@pesty.wizard]

I used to feel the same level of anxiety when I would play Sax. You can practice all day long, but actually performing is a different beast. The only way around it is to practice in the same setting, ie more tourneys and more concerts. Great video!

[@bogartskim]

Brian upload?? Pog

[@bogartskim]

a little late this time but to anyone who sees this. I DID NOT COIN THIS PHRASE!! It doesn't bother me at all that other people say it as well Infact I usually go through the comments and like all I find, so for future reference this is not MY phrase it's OUR phrase:)

[@bogartskim]

@Super Mario no issue at all brother! just wanted to keep the situation level before it got out of hand:) The Dumpster is a singular entity. a hivemind. we must comment together

[@emerylafleur]

whew. you were buried so far down in the comments i thought you missed this one

[@bogartskim]

@@emerylafleur the day I miss a Brian upload is the day the world dies

[@Sphinx_]

Every single time, but later

[@opportunitycost3603]

Thanks Brian, I didn’t realize I needed a video like this

[@ROBAKABIGPAPA]

You entered the state of Mushin. It's a Zen state of mind that is extremely hard to get into consistently and on purpose. My job is extremely mentally taxing and stressful, so I've been practicing this state of mind for years and can only accomplish it every once in a while. But once you do you feel unstoppable. Good shit.

[@WoWisdeadtome]

I wonder if that's what I feel under pressure. I've always seemed to feed on pressure. In my case it's mostly sports tournaments and frankly it feels like my brain just turns off and I just instinctively do everything right. I play out of my mind and I have the trophies to show for it. (Not everyone got one at that time). In baseball and in rugby it almost feels like things are moving in slow motion, like the pitcher can't throw harder than 40 mph or like no one is getting a hand on me. I can only do it when I feel pressure to perform but, yeah, unstoppable is probably the way to describe it.

[@reason4754]

Definitely my favorite video from you so far, I love hearing about stuff like this

[@XitrioOne]

Thanks Brian for sharing your experience with anxiety. I can understand you to some degree and it's really stressful. However, you are a fantastic player and achieved great things during your competitive play. Continue your great work and fight on.

[@sirjesterful7947]

Another great video, thanks for talking about something thats bothered me for years in FGs. Great Content Jiyuna, keep it up.

[@pupilmusic3197]

This is very true. I suffer with very self destructive tendencies and ranked only exacerbated that. It wasn’t until I realized it didn’t matter that I started to see a gigantic improvement

[@zacharysnyder5820]

I enjoy having both Brian and Sajam on my KZbin. Lots of great fighting game insight between the 2

[@cantbearpuns7439]

Thank you so much for this Brian.

[@jukpauk3102]

You just released the power of satsui no hado! I like that you don't hide the truth about yourself - it's strong.

[@just4real72]

Great video! Really places into context some of the rituals players do before games.

[@dogthedanny]

Thank you for sharing your stories Brian! I think you're a good storyteller, and I would love to hear more from the tournaments you've been to. As someone who's not had many opportunities to play at locals or tournaments, it is pretty neat being able to relive memories from the FGC with people like you and Sajam.

[@noname2062]

This video was fantastic. Great stuff , Brian

[@KergWC]

great video man, I bet this video will be invaluable to many people.

[@zenlavin34]

I appreciate this.

[@rocuonji]

Great video Brian, love the content. Keep up the good work mate!

[@cephuwu]

I've often wondered how pros stay consistent. My own nerves get the better of me in any fighting game in any context, and one day I'll be doing great, next day awful. Also Bomberman 64 music at the end is very nostalgic 👌

[@patetarr]

Thanks for sharing. Very insightful.

[@TV-Girl-Enjoyer]

Here's a breathing exercise I learned in therapy. It's called square breathing. You breathe in for one second, hold your breath for three, and then breathe out. It helps calm me down, maybe someone reading this will find it helpful Edit: I know this may sound ridiculous but it's helped me calm my nerves many times so I figured it cant hurt to share

[@TurboNemesis]

We teach this patients at the MH crisis center I work at to help them get control of their anxiety. I think they called it Box Breathing when we were taught but yes, it absolutely works. Daigo has said before that he practices breathing techniques to keep his heart rate at around 85-90 BPM to control tournament nerves

[@EarthLordCJ]

@@TurboNemesis Not meaning to sound coy, but how would he know his BPM at a given time? Or is it just that he knows those breathing practices should typically settle his heartrate at around that range?

[@TV-Girl-Enjoyer]

@@TurboNemesis It was taught me to as "square breathing" but yeah box/square are totally interchangeable haha

[@TV-Girl-Enjoyer]

@@EarthLordCJ my guess would be that he wore a heart rate monitor. When I did a lot of cycling I'd wear one and use it for training. I'm guessing he probably took his standard resting heart rate to get an idea of what he is normally and then would do breathing exercises at tournaments to get as close to it as possible

[@EarthLordCJ]

@@TV-Girl-Enjoyer Ah, I forgot that those actually exist. Makes a lot of sense, then.

[@killareign124]

Your videos I feel bring much insight into the FGC and we need more of that so keep makin good content

[@northdakotabeast1547]

Man when you started talking about the lower back pains, I couldn't relate more. I'm usually so blitzed that I forget about the pain, that's how I combat nerves. xD

[@thefrostbite]

Very inspiring Brian. The part about ego hits me hard, and i try to reason through it but in the moment i just can't stop feeling like that. Thank you for sharing your experience

[@keefswet381]

"My old senpai-my old sensei"😂we know what you meant😏

[@CodyRockLee13]

LMAO. Jokes aside, though, I'm sure he meant both - he looked/looks up to the guy.