How To Get Good - Play With Confidence

A lot of people struggle with confidence and in my opinion it's because they're not being confident about the right thing. It's not about getting the result you want, it's about accepting the result you get and then building off that. You just keep going.
Hope this can help a lot of people get a better sense of how they should be going about playing and life.
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[@JusticeHolden]

You can't rocket jump away from your feelings.

[@RocketJumpNinja]

Yes I can.

[@Vu7kan_]

Honestly tho, the way Zy jumps around these maps i actually believe he could lol

[@ladynetrex]

Maybe you can, but at least you can crouch slide away from them.

[@Fraggr92]

@@RocketJumpNinja To evoke an old eldritch phrase from the golden age of the internet - "pics or it didn't happen"

[@jpulunk]

PepeHands TOO REAL PepeHands

[@OMEGAPanda]

i entered expecting to get some quick tips on how to improve and ended thinking about who i am and what is the meaning of life.

[@janaebert3059]

The answer is simple: Quake

[@cameronchristiansamson4792]

I know right lol

[@ghoulbuster1]

DR. ZY PhD in human psychology

[@mrmalowman3101]

Nobody like this it has 420 likes

[@AzzYung]

YEET! Unexpected right!

[@bung0o]

damn... confidence isnt about expecting a result, its about accepting the result really struck home. Thank you.

[@bung0o]

Keksmo getting there

[@benchking1]

Really motivational, hit me right in the feels. So relatable...

[@YUM0N]

pogu

[@teytag8844]

For most people stuck in a dark place, its not so much the lack of motivation to get out, as it is a lack of tools to do so. This video covers those tools. Pay attention, and re-watch it often. Messages like this dont stick the first time around, keep coming back to it.

[@aeto3400]

I love the fact that this also applies to everything else outside of Quake, outside of video games.

[@necatur46]

Subscribed for the mouse reviews, stayed for the life lessons.

[@radek_jurzysta]

Same.

[@dillylongwaves]

People define themselves too strictly. It's important to not be limited by your idea of yourself. Always look for opportunities to be more.

[@ate7026]

I’ve gamed my whole life to escape reality. I have had a speech pediment my whole life and when i was young i hated talking to people because i would have to repeat myself over and over again. I took 7 years of speech therapy to help me speak better and they helped... kinda i guess, nothing to be amazed by but enough so i dont have to repeat myself. In gaming i could just do whatever i wanted and nobody talked to me. I got into online gaming at about age 10 and was extremely competitive and good at gaming because i didnt do sports, hangout with friends, or do anything like that so i had plenty of time to practice. I was happy because i had a skill that was true to me. When i got a mic i was made fun of again but it never bothered me, but when someone asked me to repeat myself i would get pissed. Someone could cuss me out and say i didn’t belong and i wouldnt care but the second someone mentioned my voice or said, “what did you say” it hurt me. I then though that if i got better and better my voice would be less and less of my defining trait. I began trying to play better everyday. If i died more than my kills i would just use my failures to fuel my inner fire. I then became the guy my friends would invite if they wanted a win. Popular kids at my school began knowing my gaming skills and began respecting me more due to me helping them get wins. Sense my generation is tech based i was ahead of them and i felt good. Now i haven’t stopped gaming and i will never stop gaming, i am still sometimes made fun of by my voice but gaming has made it a bearable part of my life. Gaming has shaped my life and im happy with that.

[@RocketJumpNinja]

Just curious, have you tried learning to rap and sing? I didn't talk for years so basically lost my voice, it was so weak. Rapping really helped get some strength into it. Also I've heard it has helped a lot of people who struggle with talking. Might be worth looking into! Either way, thanks for sharing your story, best of luck in the future!

[@fenarky9785]

Agreed edit: Same here except mines had some betrayals

[@aimbotped1284]

Hey man, i totally agree i, too, have speech problems, i stutter, i mumble, and cant pronounce the letter L very well. I go to therapy, and its getting better. Just know it will be fixed if not better soon.

[@ate7026]

Shoker선배, i played alot of xbox when i was little. Im on pc now. Halo was one of my go to games but i played anything.

[@ate7026]

PedPlayZ, i used to not be able to say. TH- like in the word through. R- like in robot. F- like in fun. C-like in car. O-like in oar. I still have trouble saying stuff. Its been so long i forget the others, i started in speech therapy before kindergarten and did it till 5th grade but i retook 1st grade so i also took it again that year.

[@blanco2k]

Probably one of the realist videos out there! Anyone who worries to much about how they come off to other people need to realise that they also worry about how they are coming off to you too. Thanks for the

[@blanco2k]

@Keksmo Im doing... Alright. I hope you are doing fine to my man:)

[@JohnDoe-hc7kj]

Hey Zy, I’m not sure if you’ll see this but I wanted to say it anyway. I allowed other people to influence my opinion about you as a person (r/mousereview specifically as well as some other gaming communities) and I guess I wanted to apologize for that. This video came at a really good time- I’ve been stuck in limbo for a while now, both with gaming and with my life in general. I really appreciate that you took the time to make this video as it really made me think about a lot of things. I also went to your other channel, and the video about depression/Chester moved me to tears. I know this sounds pretty cringey, but I just wanted to thank you for reminding me that I’m not alone, and that if I fight the good fight that happiness really isn’t such an unobtainable goal. So, again, thank you.

[@ChillLifeGaming]

Thought this was gonna be strictly gaming, went way beyond that and touched me as a person. Loved this bro.

[@shiion6711]

rocket jump ninja review everything even our life

[@Ritchiet]

I rarely comment anything but this video really touched me and there was so many wise words that you don't usually see on youtube. You seem to be a very strong person.

[@broccolitheplant1312]

Usually I think these types of videos are over dramatic and overkill; however this one actually helped me. Tons of thanks

[@hansolzy]

wow.. I really needed this right now. incredible speech man. it was way too relatable.

[@Dedi369]

"Having confidence isn't about expecting A result. It's about accepting THE result. " This is so powerful. Wow, I needed to hear that. you should make more motivational videos, this was great. thanks

[@rayf5360]

I think you deserve a lot of credit for mentioning being inclined to "hide in gaming" when something went wrong in your life, and giving some very pratical tips about dealing with being different and coping with challenges in life along the way. It's honest, very transparant and it's an example to others that it's OK to admit this occurs. Gaming often gets a lot of negative press, but it can actually be a sort of therapy and at least a way to vent stress, as long as it doesn't lead to chronic isolation. Great video, great example.

[@FrogPuppy]

This is so true. For years, I used to struggle with results...trying to control what other people do, but I realized that the world is like the Wild West. Everyone can do whatever they want, good or bad, and we have no control over any of it. The best we can do is to accept these things...accept that we have no control over anyone, even ourselves sometimes. Try to improve and better our lives to enjoy the journey. It doesn't matter how much better some other person is compared to us, what matters is how much better we are compared to who we were a month ago, a year ago, etc.

[@aarongman1909]

Dude, Zy teaches me how to play Quake Live and he’s my Therapist

[@JackScavs]

'Having confidence isn't about expecting *a* result, its about accepting *the* result' that will never get out of my head thank you for that sentence

[@Zetaga]

Thank you. This video has actually affected me in my irl and video game life. i have come to enjoy it more and love not being that one negative kid. Thank you for this advice :)

[@worldoftankslover9241]

Stay strong buddy

[@Kaos.the.1st]

I appreciate you taking the time to offer guidance to your community, I wish I had had this when I was a youth. I hope lots of kids see this.

[@p0ison1vy]

This is so true. A lot of people crack under pressure and it's because their confidence is so low that they get intimidated easily and anticipate failure, which they are scared of (because it would reaffirm their insecurity.) Having confidence is key to success in those situations. It's not being cocky or reckless, but rather just trying something without putting hard expectations on yourself, knowing that you'll be fine no matter what happens.

[@KyokoUltimate]

Told my friends some advice similar to this and they asked what happened that helped me improve my mindset. I told them "RJN" They reply "The mouse guy?" xd These mindset videos help a lot, Zy. Keep at it!

[@SHOEHORSEMOOMOO]

If feel like gaming has changed me a lot I use to be short tempered and blaming people But now it hard for me to get angry but when I do I vent and move on And like you said start accepting results I use to be pessimistic now but now I'm optimistic And when someone beats be it not because of the game it because there better

[@JesusSerranoFireandIce]

Damn, I was just trying to learn how to click heads better but you've clicked my heart instead bro

[@EnzoStryker]

4 years later, and I keep coming back to this video. Props. You can apply this mentality to so many other things.

[@wtfuredead]

Another GREAT technique is to ask questions rather than making statements. This applies for *everything in life.* When you make statements, you close your mind. But when you ask questions, your whole mind and brain works towards that question. For example, don't say: "i am so bad at this game". Ask yourself: "how can i become better at this game?" *EVERYTHING IN LIFE!!*

[@bannihops]

loving this kind of content so many people are stuck in toxic mindsets and try to improve their gameplay (whatever game they may be playing) but its rare to see somebody take mindset into account as something to be improved upon

[@SupaRush]

This video has some really great inspirational life mottos.

[@N1GhTMaR3S15]

To me, this video felt like sitting in a class being taught things you already know, but I don’t say that in a negative way. I’m 24 now and this video hearkens back to all those times as a kid when I didn’t know how to deal with my emotions playing sports. Day by day I think I just accept it as inherent knowledge that I’ve gained, but this video induced a retrospection that really made me think about exactly what changed through the years. I believe you hit the nail on the head Zy, confidence is the first key to wellbeing. It carries us through the bad games just as much, if not more, than the good ones. As kids we rarely have the foresight to see past the moment at hand, but having time on our side is a wonderful tool. Patience is a virtue, and it pays out catalytically

[@fox-illusions]

i looked up “how to be more confident in video games” because a lack of confidence is my biggest weakness in the things i play, and now i’m sitting here thinking about the meaning of life, lol. i know i’m over a year late, but this video was really helpful to me, both for gaming and for real life. definitely saving it to watch again later

[@Dr3dGenesis]

This is just another comment. I started watching your videos to figure out what mice are good. I stay because you are probably the most wholesome youtuber I have seen. Much respect RJN. Like you said, keep being you.

[@LazzaroTV]

Hey man, I wanted to apologize for my negativity before. I have gone through a lot of life-change recently and I felt my behavior deserved an apology. I did my best to try to bring you down with me, and I apologize for that. I hope you have a blessed life man.

[@RocketJumpNinja]

All good man, appreciate the effort and really glad to hear you're making positive changes, wish you all the best in the future. Good luck!

[@wheatlyfps]

I've never had a video strike a cord so hard before. This is EXACTLY what I needed. Thank you

[@zayansimon8107]

I swear every time i get in a match in CSGO i get extreme anxiety

[@nicholasgarcia2002]

One of the realist videos I’ve seen and not just in gaming. Very well said. People need this message. Whether they know it or not. Keep kicking ass.

[@rexaifi]

I dont know why but this helps alleviate my depression/anxiety and at the same time felt motivated

[@RocketJumpNinja]

Always glad to hear this. Stay strong, keep at it. I'll talk more about my depressed years some day, hoping others can get out too. All we can do is try. Good luck!

[@aaaaaa-yg5yq]

That was so inspirational that I'll go to sleep now and don't watch 10 more videos until I only have 3 hours left to sleep. I'm actually looking forward to tomorrow now. Love your videos

[@jaypond4368]

That was.. beautiful . Its not often you find people this deeply reflective in competitive gaming scene .

[@cybalanced4108]

most of the stuff i already new, but to hear it formulated that clear and precise is eye-opening. the soul in me appreciates the soul in you

[@KNDCHV]

Amazing video... Not having confidence in ANYTHING in my life is the bane of my existence. Even when people tell me I am great I doubt myself and think I didn't do anything.I am always so harsh on myself.

[@offeringsoffire]

Just got effectively bullied by my boss into quitting, hes a very manipulative person that everyone in the kitchen hates. I was feeling really down about myself but this helped a lot. This is why I've stayed subscribed to you. Thanks so much.

[@rudged]

I felt that, went through a lot of questioning about myself, one thing I would say is that there's absolutely nothing wrong being an introvert or being different, there's big advantages I wouldn't trade it for anything, it's ok if you're not social, it's ok if you like to do your own thing. Understand the strength you have, know your flaws to work around them and don't let the society dictate who you should be.

[@aspect467]

Thank you for the motivation man I am always alone in school too hell they even blurred me in our class picture nobody Likes me or wanna at least give me a little chat although in some other sections they always welcome me and treat me as a person not a enemy thank you so much for all the knowledge i gain and also keep up the good work in your mouse reviews and good luck

[@notanonymous3976]

suprisingly youtube recomendations did a good job, thanks man... i really needed this and the timing couldnt be better

[@ROADRAGE21]

As a boxer I relate to this as everytime I win a match it’s usually me pushing through by thinking that I’ll disappoint and not for myself and this little pep talk really punched me in the gut. For a gaming channel you’re really just pressuring healthy habits

[@roydaniels1284]

I actually got more confident by not expecting A results. Where I used to work for a social year, every second I worried about what my colleagues think of me. I always felt like I did my job right but it always felt like they still didn't seem to see that and and no matter what I did, I couldn't change what they think of me and it made me frustrated. I always thought of something to prove myself, to change their minds, always wanted that everybody liked me but that's just impossible and I realized that in some stage. I then thought, why would I care what they think of me, if I can't change it anyway. If there's no solution to a problem then I shouldn't worry about it because there's nothing I can do, just drop it and let it be. Just wanted to say that a different mindset can help a lot, if it is confidence, rage or anything really.

[@evertongabriel8859]

I'm feeling down today, but now I feel better after watching this. Thanks man.

[@AZuRaFPS]

Man, this video hits right in the feels... I'm gonna try my best to follow that, and go forth with confidence and pride

[@Akselmoi]

Thank you for this video, I'm trying to get rid of my depression (and self-hate/doubt), and this kind of content helps immensely. This video is like... something I subconsciously know, I just needed to be told about it so I actually realise it; It all makes sense.

[@yaro96]

I am not much into peripherals/gaming anymore, but your channel is still one of my favorites. Thank you, Zy!

[@ManarkeyMoments]

I really love your videos like this, especially this one. My actual problem is just being confident in everything, especially when it comes to gaming, and when I play with people, I constantly worry about judgment, especially when my teammates yell at me over the mic. This video makes me think differently about giving up trying to get good at certain games... great video man!

[@notturok7841]

Rocket jump ninja ... the monk we all needed and deserve ... I love you man

[@cdef2215]

Thank you for this video. I've been trying to find so many ways to change my mindset as it has affected my mental health a lot. Though after watching this video. I think the quote "Confidence is not expecting A result it's accepting the result" is going to help me a lot. Love your content Zy

[@doffy5394]

Im so happy i found such a amazing channel!!

[@charleszielin8364]

Great video!! My dream is to pursue gaming for a living, but my parents think that gaming isn’t even a career. I am very good at Fortnite and even qualified for some tournaments. My parents just don’t except the fact that gaming is a good career and you just need to have a balance to stay healthy.

[@CrumbsFPS]

Thank you for the life lesson, this helped me a lot. I hit a massive slump just because of tilting after one bad ranked game and I haven't gone back into my old form and it has been really bothering me since it causes me to go into a vicious cycle of tilting for not hitting my old highs. Your words have not only changed my view on improving in game it also changed how I should view improving in real life. So, thanks a lot for the great life lesson!

[@zeroxiiimk2]

seriously you need more subs i dropped a tear knowing i wasn't alone

[@joelbinnie1902]

I really struggle when it comes to confidence in games, like it takes so much for me to solo queue in counter strike etc. I get really nervous and feel anxious about playing terrible. This happens in like every game i play. Thankyou for the words of advice. I wish i saw this video earlier. Great video btw

[@eMtaiLZ]

Since the first time I heard one of these motivational and how to move forward in life/gaming videos, I knew I would follow this channel. I can totally relate to these types of bad thoughts and bad habits when losing. The focus is on the journey, the will to keep moving forward, to advance and to grow. We all get shattered in some way at some point, but we have to pick up the pieces together and move forward. Being mentally stuck in shackles until we break free and create who we want to be. There is so much unnecessary frustration today with sky-high expectations instead of being more realistic and focus on moving forward. Creating your path and achieving your dreams is not a sudden thing, it's something that takes time to achieve and succeed with. Yet again another wonderful video! Thanks, Zy! ;]

[@oddmanout6914]

I always said gaming was my way of escaping life and I embraced the hell out of that. Unfortunately at some point I started to care about winning and losing so much that I lost my touch. That stops now. No more going crazy over losing and hating the other guy for winning. The next game will be better, just like life. Thank you for sharing this I always though that I was the only one here but I definitely am not.

[@Lt_Doghouse]

Listen man your videos make A LOT of sense and i just realized that it's hard to focus on what you're saying most of the time because i'm more MEMORIZED by you playing Quake and i zone out from what you're saying

[@d3ia]

an interesting take on the topic. 'confidence is accepting the result, not expecting it' i'll keep that one with me. thanks a lot man

[@Loop42]

Dude you just dropped a feels bomb on me right here, you rocket jumped straight into my heart.

[@kadensakai845]

one of the best videos Zy has put out

[@danny7694]

you inspired me so hard, I was always an angry player tilting both me and my team mates. Recently i started looking more at my self and why I am bad at certain things in games. I think also that i funneled anger and stress from real life situations into the game i played instead of using my game as a way to have fun and forget about them. I know i am not perfect but i didn't strive to be better and always blamed team mates for when things went south. Recently i came up more and decided i didn't want to be that person and became more positive this video just embodies everything that i was and everything i want to be now that i am not that anymore.

[@RocketJumpNinja]

Good to hear, man, keep on that path, it'll be better for you and everyone else for sure.

[@x3Ryosukeee]

Came for the sick rocket jumps, stayed for the beautiful life advice. Really well done Zy, great words and food for thought. Thank you.

[@eskilgrnevik2494]

You really made me think about my past, and how other people treat each other. I was always thinking about how bad i was, now i focus on how to improve myself. Nice vid btw

[@BradlehDadleh]

We're fast approaching a time where this kind of video could be taught in high school. And that would be a really good thing. Great video!

[@syn3535]

Nothing has ever hit so close to home for me. Thanks dude

[@arandantesamus]

A video that talks about having confidence, on a channel that mainly reviews gaming mice, is the one that's got me to subscribe to you. Not your mice reviews. Imagine that. It's not that your mice reviews are bad. They're actually perfect, IMO (Been watching and following for a few months). It's just that.... This one really touched me. Thank you for this, Zy. Keep the videos coming!

[@Sham-wl3es]

Whether you truly live by these morals or not, I admire your way of thinking.

[@puffmcpufferson8286]

I’ve never watched one of you videos, heard you talk or anything, but like damn bro, you really got me, you’re inspirational as hell, I hope you’re doing good

[@puffmcpufferson8286]

Your*

[@Moukeii]

everything you said was exactly what im facing right now, but whatever you said after, that really helped me out, thank you

[@nightelf4161]

As for me: I've heard this phrase, where a pro player says "I can't take this" and his teammate says "You can take it, come on." It's really simple but it's stuck with me, i say that to myself every time i'm overwhelmed, or judged, as you said. I'm scared of what others think of me, and failing them, but i can take it.

[@Ayykii]

This video couldn't have come at a better time in my life. Thank you.

[@redd8854]

Me coming back after a year bc I’m having it hard with motivation and school during this time. It’s my last year and I’m stuck at home I have an extremely hard time focusing on school and with motivation. this video helped me snap back in and I hope I can get through this difficult time. Thanks a lot

[@paulcastro9815]

I came here to improve my game but came out wanting to improve my life. Thank you.

[@romansnyder20]

I’ve gotten pretty competitive on CSGO and other FPS games and what he’s saying is true. I used to rage so hard on losing but after years of getting used to it I rarely rage at all anymore and I’ve gotten really good at video games

[@eliasnaranjo9179]

Man.....this is the deepest most valuable advice I've ever heard on youtube.

[@mwljn]

this is not what i expected from the video title, but its so much better

[@TheShift.]

This really helped me man, i constantly beat on myself for not being good enough and just hide whenever things to go as expected. My confidence is fucked since it doesnt exist.

[@Nat_1000]

i really needed this with school and spring break starting, thank you for your wise words

[@richardtoth7240]

I miss these videos. Hope you'll continue the series one day

[@riahisama]

This hit me really deep because I used to get frustrated at losses but changed my mentality years ago and I have never enjoyed competition more than I do now, instant favorite and bookmarked, the realest video I have ever seen on youtube. Thank you

[@murkky731]

Once again I find myself relating to just about everything you say Zy. Confidence is something I need to improve on in gaming and in real life tasks. Thank you for all that you do for all of us and thank you for being a role model to me. I look forward to your next video as always. Take it easy Zy and keep being you mate! :D -Murkkyn

[@slazeey7791]

This video really helped me to move on from some personal issues I was having. I felt sad for a time and when I stumbled across this video It motivated me to be better and to move on. Love you zy

[@eldiablogaming4096]

I needed to hear this. This gave me a boost of confidence that I needed to play more games.

[@hamzanawaz7530]

Without a doubt the best guide on youtube

[@cosmic_gate476]

Fear of the unknown can be pushed back through awareness of the resentment that builds when you don't try your best and as a consequence miss the mark.

[@WiFi314]

That's some real sound advice. Way to lead by example! And thanks for all the help with the mouse reviews. I still haven't found the mouse that fits me best yet, but I can say that this video definitely helped me remember who I am. Much respect.

[@nowitskey2857]

Just wow... Never expected a youtube video to make me think about my life that way..... Thank you

[@Fixer221b]

man, this video is not what i was expecting.. it hit me real hard...

[@presence5834]

Positive energy for my day

[@edcs47]

I'm an average gamer or something but I took gaming as cover from bullying even when I played cs 1.6 I used to get bullied now I am far better. I'm trying to improve myself and yeah I love the fact you talked about it in this video.

[@Epiphany4]

I really needed to hear those words... even though I realised it years ago. Thank you man

[@randomrandy4839]

You legit put this into words on how ive been feeling for a while now. Imma start using this and just improve my mentality for sure ingame.

[@janaebert3059]

When you are fighting 2 squads in apex with low level teammates, play with confidence.