How to play the game of life

Our modern world assumes there has to be a rigid separation between work and play. But the conventional path of finding a job and climbing the ladder of advancement is something that no longer works for many people. A growing number of people are asking: how can I build a life I don’t feel the need to escape from?
It’s possible to do work that genuinely feels like play, and when you pursue this path it unlocks all kinds of incredible opportunities and puts you on the path to mastery. In this video I’ll share some ideas and psychological strategies on how you can do this, and we’ll look at the remarkable story of Yoky Matsuoka.
CHAPTERS
00:00 - The rigid distinction of work and play in modern life
03:19 - Part One: Yoky Matsuoka’s Story
04:41 - Narrative identity and the story of your life
08:17 - David Galenson and Conceptual innovators vs. Experimental innovators
10:14 - Peter Sims and the power of making “Little Bets” in your life
13:19 - Carol Dweck and the power of growth mindsets
18:45 - Part Two: Robert Greene and how to reach for mastery
19:37 - Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi on creativity
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[@ModernIntuitionist]

I'd love to know your own experiences with how you've approached your own life with play in the comments. What has been really effective and powerful for you? PS. Please beware of scammers in the comment section impersonating me. I will never ask you to contact me through "telegram" or ask for any random payments of any kind. My comments will only ever appear with a checkmark at the end of the name "Modern Intuitionist." If you see any such scams kindly press the report button.

[@YesToLifeAlways]

I don't know if I have approached things through play but it is actually something I am trying to implement now. But the only reason I chase my dreams is because of my parents, in particular my father. Born in an African village in the 1940s he chose to learn French instead of English like his classmates and went to university in France to study journalism. Not business to make more money. Journalism. He then found his way to writing articles and translating for a bilingual magazine...one day he wrote an article about African brain drain, someone important read that article. That man contacted him and gave him a job. Following his heart led him to getting a job in one of the best European institutions. A job that now people have to do multiple degrees and have years of experience to get. Since he saw how his life turned out he always encouraged us to follow our dreams. That's the only way we persist during the failures.

[@YesToLifeAlways]

*tennis 🎾 ball*

[@eliasst8024]

❤❤❤

[@Semerjian]

Let’s say I’ve been working (and playing) on the idea of working as play. I’m an actor and on last November I reproduced Alan Watt’s lecture “Work as play” for 3 nights to bring this subject afloat. We should rethink our way of living.

[@macavelli8905]

Throughout my life work and play have interconnected I started as a participant moved into coaching onto ownership into hosting my own television show into game day televised play by play and color analysis the circle of play . Can be very rewarding if one simply allows themselves to simply play. These examples lead to building a company around you guessed it play. I speak all over the world and I see it as nothing more than play I don't live to work...

[@bethanienaylor]

"The master has failed even more times than the beginner has tried." What a great quote! I'm going to use that.

[@AvalosTokyo]

When playing any game against someone I drop the: "I've forgotten some stuff about this game you haven't even learned yet"

[@bethanienaylor]

@@AvalosTokyo lol

[@Lolleka]

​@@AvalosTokyobrutal 😂

[@ThePapawhisky]

When I was a child I was constantly criticized and told I was stupid. Although naturally curious and playful, I grew to fear failure. This really handicapped me. In my mid-twenties I started to stretch and break out of the identity I was taught. I’m a retired engineer now and my life has been full of learning and growth. I’m very fortunate and grateful.

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Thanks for sharing your wonderful comment, PapaWhisky! Every kind and positive message like yours is a chance to inspire hope in someone else, and I'm grateful you found me

[@zenamerica]

Programs like this should have 1M views in a month.

[@andrewpepperoni197]

When you learn something ans you failed - Congratulations, now you know an instance of a thing that doesn't work, basically you learned something. Keep going.

[@thisistheron]

I’m living an amazing life full of struggle , fear , with a joyful attitude that has blessed me with the most random luck on the planet. Truly I wish to share my energy with others so they can have my positive outlook , but it’s so difficult to put into words 😅

[@lobiaking8318]

Bro im the complete opposite pls tell me how to be optimistic

[@Nextepoch28]

This is a beautiful comment !! God bless you !!

[@marianarattes3316]

@thisistheron First, congrats on being blissful despite that hardships in your life. That's amazing. If you could be so kind to share your knowledge, please. You'd help anyone and everyone reading it. I've been told that gratefulness and mindfulness are key to changing mindsets, and I was successful last year for a while in doing so. But now I'm back at having ruminating negative thoughts. Is there something else that I am missing? Thank you for your time and knowledge. 🙏🏼

[@thisistheron]

I appreciate all the love . Since this post I’ve had to face some of the most extreme challenges of my life , and somehow , finding these comments on this post is all I needed to remind me why I think the way I think . The breadcrumbs of joy that you leave behind will always be there when your soul needs nourishment. I believe every moment has a positive perception, and I trust that always choosing the positive option will result in the most positive outcome , even if it’s not immediately clear how. Every day , every moment , and all the people we come across , are opportunities for unique dynamics. Embrace it all !

[@mavicityrelayson2924]

It seems like her parents supported her. That’s a big factor to success. It’s a foundational factor. If you have CPTSD, please don’t castigate yourself if your trauma did not turn into growth. We have different baselines. We are not lost yet.

[@jamesbabcock4200]

I agree having supportive parents goes a long way. But even people in the worst of situations can have success with a growth mindset

[@GrantDee]

That’s the story you’re going to tell?

[@raichielleliddell5550]

I believe she was only sharing encouragement while pointing out an equally important fact. That early trauma and lack of enough positive support, if any, vastly affects one's trajectory. But I wouldn't judge so quickly that this video's message was too over anyone's head.

[@ScorpioIsland]

I’m 40 and only just now managing to turn the trauma into something useful 😂😅 Totally hear where you’re coming from. Hating yourself for not “being there” yet helps nobody Big love to everyone

[@jedics1]

I dont know if this will help anyone but I had the oppertunity to build a house on a truck with zero previous experience which was by far the biggest project ever to me, it was duanting and freaked me out so what I did was make a deal with myself that if I took on the project that any time I felt overwhelmed or stuck that I could stop whatever I was doing and go do something else for as long as I wanted until I felt like trying again. This one thing took all the pressure and anxiety out of it and allowed me to think about problems at a speed I could handle, it utterly transformed my idea of what I was capable of if I can operate under no pressure. I simply had no idea how good I was at visualizing problems and solutions because I also didn't know how my brain gets completely shut down when experienceing anxiety.

[@graceandmarvellouswonders6249]

Thank you for sharing your story ✌🏾

[@irismaguire]

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@tododia7701]

That’s amazing! Thank you for sharing 😊

[@unknownsoldier4825]

This is great, and reminds me of what is often described as ADHD / VAST 'overwhelm' -- where you're so paralysed by options or the fear of success or failure that you just do nothing instead. Brilliant, thank you

[@ModernIntuitionist]

This is an amazing piece of advice, Jedics. Thanks so much for taking the time to share it! Similarly, a mentor of mine recommended taking a break when you're stuck on a problem to have a walk, or meet a friend, or do something mindless for a bit. Your unconscious mind is still working on the problem in the background, and it often leads to sudden insights or realizations that never would've happened without the break. Your story is awesome and inspiring, I appreciate you my friend

[@RadhakrishnanSrinathan]

For every like I'll study for 1 hour

[@chandanritvik1]

over a year? 🤣

[@AetherialSatori]

What are you studying? I'll like it if I support the subject....

[@RadhakrishnanSrinathan]

@@AetherialSatori physics

[@AetherialSatori]

@@RadhakrishnanSrinathan If I could like it a few more times, I would...

[@piercemondesire4729]

Brother, don’t wait on the acknowledgment or gratification of others to push you towards what’s most important in life - especially knowledge

[@BerkanoRose562]

I learned that life was a game through some study of science. I walked through life this way, and it has given me an answer in hard times. I create. Great video very freeing.

[@brycenwhitesides6866]

What I learned: become more playful and curious like you were as a child. Ask myself: what is something that is like play to me but looks like work to others? And have a growth mindset looking at the circumstances in life as opportunities to become stronger.

[@KootFloris]

I'm having such a play life. I made money with more than 80+ job titles, and all were creative, crazy or even out of the box. The core word, he doesn't say enough is play. Play is how nature invented learning. It engages you whole. Play with everything. Everything = play.

[@thatthotho]

Were you always like that? If so, what a blessing, if not, how did you develop it? All I'd ever want to learn is HOW to get there from a detached, anxious consciousness. Like PRACTICALLY, not in terms of abstracts. Feels impossible at times

[@NoriDeutsche]

I've been feeling I'm lost for a while and been watching tons of videos and reading books about how to live, to feel happy etc. This is one of the best videos in the internet. Thank you.

[@JC-jr9hw]

You should also read 80/10/10 by Doug Graham.

[@GMGMGMGMGMGMGMGMGMGM]

John Vervake, Jonathan Pageau are good places to look next!

[@unknownsoldier4825]

@@JC-jr9hw An extreme diet long ago debunked. I would recommend going for the opposite instead -- the carnivore diet (!) which has tremendous peer-reviewed efficacy to it. But at the end of the day, eat what feels good for you rather than 'diets'. Diets seldom if ever work... except the carnivore diet seems to be incredibly beneficial for a vast majority of people

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Wow, thanks so much, Nori! Big love to you and yours!

[@TOMTOM-zj5xj]

BUT did you find the answer ? If you did , please tell to the world because nobody knows even the guy on the video above

[@bobeeman9730]

This is a masterpiece that encapsulates the capability of people to live free. I was born a boy in a hole and learned many of these lessons climbing out and it feels like i have lived at least 4 lives, and i am at the beginning of my 5th and most ambitious. It's daunting, scary every time. But you just have to believe in yourself, steady the ship, learn from your mistakes, and accept the outcome as your own. And always get up and try again, even if its something different. Own it, the good and the bad or you just won't grow to your potential. I remain hopeful i will get there and will try to enjoy the journey.

[@drewestification]

Amen dude, same here.

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Wow, thanks so much for taking the time to share such a kind and heartwarming message with us Bob! You are an inspiration for us all. May you continue to follow your bliss on the cusp of your 5th and most ambitious endeavour. I appreciate you, my friend!

[@AdrenaArtofLife]

I love how you magically fit everything together like a masterful puzzle. Also, excellent movie choices! "Office Space" is a damn classic! Movie scenes, Book quotes, Philosophical concepts, sound, graphics, production...You are a supreme artist, top tier quality! And to top it all off, the LESSONS! Thank you for taking the time to create this.

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Wow, you are so welcome, Adrena. Thanks so much for taking the time to leave such a kind comment, it really warmed my heart to read. Wonderful people like you are the reason I do this, and make it all worthwhile. Big love to you and yours, my friend!

[@AdrenaArtofLife]

@@ModernIntuitionist love accepted

[@GrantDee]

Ditto!

[@josephang9927]

I'm so tired of living, and yet I have not even really lived 😢

[@fairytaledragons]

😢

[@Test-iy6dr]

What would make you feel like you have lived?

[@martinsosamonti5532]

How old are you?

[@cuttycortez6695]

I understand completely but keep pushing working out helps for me

[@migianthony]

Then you’re not tired of living

[@Abrpatel]

There are many ways to exchange energy within the human network, one being giving people emotions they want to feel day to day, but can’t for whatever reason. The networks that do it are always active and constantly growing, KZbin being a web of relationships where it’s primary attraction is emotion of various spectrums. The singular emotion I get from watching this video is singular and universal: Hope. Hope your life if filled with as much hope as your give to others.

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Wow, thanks so much, my friend. That really warmed my heart to read. Hope is also the singular emotion I get from reading your comments, which I look forward to in each video. You have so many valuable insights that have also helped me look at the world in a different way. I hope you're well! Big love, as always, to you and yours

[@pratikakumar8663]

I failed, but I'm not a failure

[@piercemondesire4729]

Brother, why even go the lengths to publicly say you’ve failed online You’ll come to realize identifying what would should be considered a lesson, or a door to improvement as a failure is redundant, and reduces your drive for the very goals you wish to obtain or aim for

[@q13studio82]

Good point.

[@andrewpepperoni197]

There are no winners that did not fail. Failure made them what they are, as without it, they wouldn't have learned.

[@phillipwar3868]

Hands down the best video I have ever seen in my life!!!. You have a gift. Keep sharing with the world. 😢❤❤❤

[@davidofhalifax]

Thank you Elson this is awesome😃 Many years ago I wrote in a facebook post the second most important lesson anyone can teach there children is to ask, ask, ask. If your children learn this lesson while they still have their innocent inquisitive mind their lives will unfold like a flower. Full of adventure and wonder. It is because we ask, we will truly connect with our intuitions, our feelings and our heart. Then we will have learned the most important lesson of all. Love Always🥰

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Beautifully said, David! From one fellow adventurer to another: cheers to the great mystery. I appreciate you, my friend! Big love as always

[@Sergio982]

That was one of the most concise, lucid, and impactful videos I've watched on this platform in a while. Meant a lot to me. Thank you.

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Thanks so much Sergio! I pour my heart and soul into each one, and your support really means the world to me. Big love as always, my friend

[@vonanthonymacaraig1211]

This kind if video helps me cope with my current problems in my life, it helps alot to accept a fact, hurting situation im currently facing and it motivates me to change

[@dramatic_3047]

Yesssss modern intuitionist posted!!

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Thanks for watching and supporting what I do, Dramatic!

[@lisawhite2935]

Lol I thought the same thing when I saw he posted!!😃

[@rad4924]

I'm always delighted to see one of your videos. Truth be told, I think I'm someone with a fixed mindset. I'm trying to change that but it's hard. I grew up in a quite abusive environment in which any kind of failure was grounds for harsh punishment, or a justification for ongoing abuse. Then, as an adult, I went into the workforce where in multiple jobs, one small mistake is enough to get you fired. I know that's all too much information, but my point is that I find it difficult to switch to a growth mindset when my overwhelming experience has been that if you're not good at something right away, then the consequences of any failure, no matter how small, will always be awful.

[@ModernIntuitionist]

It's not too much information. It's the perfect amount! Thank you for sharing your difficult early experiences, it's not easy to share, and I believe when we do, it helps everyone reading to feel less alone. Dr. Carol Dweck's book "Mindset" is really great and offers practical tips for how to develop more of a growth mindset. It's not something that happens overnight, but the benefits are huge. Being okay with failure is, I think, a modern-day superpower. Big love to you and yours my friend!

[@Tygo423]

I use to go to therapy. I stopped because I never got anything out of it. They kept asking questions I didn't know the answer to. You are entering my subconscious and answering those questions for me. This is amazing. It is opening up windows to the past that I had closed long ago. Little by little memories are coming back to who I used to be, my true self and not who I was told to be. Now how am I going to make this work now that I'm much older?

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Thanks so much for the kind and thoughtful message, Tygo! Big love

[@iamdozerq]

If you really want for some reason go to therapy and dont like one - you can try another. Some styles really may not work especially for man....

[@gantp5182]

You will make it work By starting from 0 and taking small(smallest possible if its too daunting) steps, one step at a time.

[@KushagraPanchal-zd3tg]

+1 Therapy is a scam, they just keep spinning you in circles. Never worked for me either

[@Isthisinterestingnow]

@@iamdozerq I've seen a million therapists. They all fail. And I'm a woman. If it's worse for men, then you're completely screwed.

[@taragoodloe4122]

Thanks so much for this video. I'm going to start climbing out if my hole and play.

[@asmgutinho]

Thank you so much for this video!! You change my mind!!! When I was a kid, I wish I could be a musician. I tried many things in live. I did 3 graduations. I came to music when everything went wrong in life. I was frustrated, because I seemed like I'm a loser. But now, I realized, I'm living a dream. It's no perfect. I don't have one million. But I'm like that guy at the beginning the video. I'm already living my dream but couldn't see. Thank you so much!❤

[@mscarmnescence]

This video is what I need. I was having a hard time to build up my confidence due to errors that I was making in everything. I was bullied and told slow, dumb and incapble. My last job was 2018 and tried businesses that never even got a nex t level on it. Now, I am trying my best to reprogram my mind because, I am not getting any younger especially, in a country with full of ... Anyways, huge fat thank you that this video is a help I need. It's better to take a step rather being stagnant from the same position that never even get me anywhere in life. Even I have diploma ill rather be willing to take jobs that doesnt require brain. Ill be willing to take it easy at least I already started something. That step is what I need. Thank you sir. ❤❤❤

[@ModernIntuitionist]

I'm always grateful for your support, Ms Carmnescence. "The master has failed more times than the beginner has even tried." May you continue on your path to mastery and follow your bliss wherever it takes you, my friend

[@United_Wings]

Thanks, I'll go play now

[@grantsmythe8625]

Thank you to the person(s) who thought all of this through and presented it to us.

[@ModernIntuitionist]

You're so welcome, Grant. Thanks so much for watching and supporting my work. I appreciate you

[@grantsmythe8625]

@@ModernIntuitionist Keep on working, keep on growing.

[@Andrea-Rose]

Your videos are beautiful works of art. Thank you for sharing your inspiring creations! I always walk away from your videos feeling like I can live more fully. That I can live more aligned with my true self. That it is actually possible 💜💜💜

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Wow, thanks so much, Andrea. That's the highest compliment. I pour my heart and soul into each one, and I'm never sure how it'll be received or if it'll resonate with people. So your continued support means the world to me, and wonderful people like you are why I do this. Big love to you and yours, my friend

[@bahmdiggity9577]

This was an absolutely excellent video. I appreciate videos that not only share information but provoke contemplation. Thus, I had to stop and replay several times throughout. Also, looking forward to the next video. Cheers

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Thanks so much, Bahm! I appreciate you too, my friend.

[@cara.leo_]

Thanks for this! Came exactly at the right time when I needed it. Currently at an intersection in my life where I’m trying to decide what to do and starting my own business and I’ve always had a lot of insecurity around whether I’m picking the right thing and whether I enjoy it and it will make money. I will say the only thing missing from this is capitalism, and how it stop us from pursuing what we really want. It keeps us chained it to a desk, like the movie office space, and makes us do what we otherwise wouldn’t want to do. Great video, subbed!

[@thisfoodhits6205]

🎾 Something told me I would see a new video from you today, I always look forward to it! So glad you are exploring the role of play more. Your videos are filled with vital info. I’m sure I’m not the only one who feels like they are coming right at the right time and serve as a continuous inspiration. Already looking forward to the next one!

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Your intuition was spot on! Your continued support means so much to me, my friend! May you continue to follow your bliss. Big love to you and yours

[@StickyBeak999]

Thank you, this reminded me that I have many different curiosities that I should pursue, and that I shouldn’t give myself excuses to not pull myself out of the hole I’m in. It was very insightful

[@ModernIntuitionist]

May you follow your bliss wherever it takes you, StickyBeak! Thanks for watching and supporting my work

[@txrangertx2418]

🎾 Love hearing your voice, thoughts and content. I don't even know ya but I love ya! ...because in a weird we we all "know you" just not in the 'normal' sense. You have a gift my friend, nourishment for the soul. Thanks for bringing us on the journey. 🙏🏼

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Big love to you too, TxRanger! Thanks so much for letting me be a part of your journey, and may you continue to follow your bliss, wherever it may take you, my friend

[@powerplantbody8243]

another amazing video. Thanks so much for putting so much time and effort into these! The quality of information and visuals is incredible! I alway leave your videos inspired to take action 🙏🏼

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Wow, thanks so much Taylor! As always, your continuing support means the world to me. May you continue to follow your bliss and keep spreading joy to all those around you, my friend.

[@jimboarmour4755]

This is what I've unknowingly been doing my whole life, 42 now. I tell people I have a very fullfilling inner life, even tho it may seem like my life sucks from the outside to many. Fun has a bit of a different definition to me than them it seems. They usually dont get it bc they cant go there with me, but I try to bring up pearls from the depths of my mind by making things that I can show people so that i can communicate that to them on some level, albeit a shallow and superficial one. I see the way I approach life and progress as very natural to me, and to not be this way would make life incredibly bland. The way i see it, Yoki was slowly building her own Voltron. I have recently discovered my own Voltron, and am in the process of placing another small bet as I watch this. Just went to the local cop shop and got my fingerprints taken earlier this morning for a form. Its the next logical small step. Thanks for this one, algo (its liiiisteniiing) and Modern Intuitionist. Game on, playa. ...And subscribed.

[@darkrebel123]

This is all spot on. I haven't achieved anything on a magnitude comparable to the examples here, but my own life reiterates all these points. I've always been an intensely curious person, ever since I was a kid. This has led me on an academic journey that has changed courses more than once as I follow my curiosity. I recently finished my PhD in biophysics, but my formal education is only about half of my education. I've embraced informal education in the form of books and podcasts etc. I've always viewed my academic journey as more of a spiritual journey than an intellectual one. Since day 1 of college to the day I completed my PhD, I was driven by a desire to understand myself and the world around me. The formal successes along the way were just a small bonus to the real value I was gaining every day. I would have never even completed my bachelors if I were motivated by a desire for success, or status, or money. That's too boring for me and I would not have been able to make the painful grind.

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Wow, thanks so much for taking the time to leave such a wonderful and uplifting comment, DarkRebel. You are an absolute inspiration, my friend. I appreciate you!

[@jefflawrence3000]

Another great video as always. Many thanks, Elson. Funny how life goes, I used to play guitar but I wrecked my ears a few years ago. I was starting to get tired of music anyway after doing it for so many years, but the ear trauma let me move on. By chance I took a trip to Mexico, and the first day there I started learning Spanish and I found that I really enjoyed it. After a little over 4 years of learning I can hold a decent conversation and have met lots of new people! (And the ears have recovered somewhat...)

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Thanks so much, Jeff! What an extraordinary journey you've been on. An interesting synchronicity: I recently watched a movie called "the Sound of Metal" about a musician who's forced to move on from music after damage to his hearing. I found it very moving. May you continue to follow your bliss, my friend!

[@Lukearthwalker]

Great affirming content, love to watch your videos (not only listen) and am definitely looking forward to the next one!

[@ModernIntuitionist]

That's so wonderful, Luke! From one fellow Earth-walker to another, I appreciate you, my friend

[@Lukearthwalker]

@@ModernIntuitionist 😎🙏🏼

[@ashvergent]

I love your channel so much, like the way it’s so philosophical and down to earth is amazing. really gives me a lot of insight.

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Thanks so much, Ashvergent! Your support means the world to me. Big love to you and yours, my friend

[@zappthezapper33]

exactly the video i needed today... i failed so many times and eventually I lost my curiosity for life... now it's time to get it back

[@ModernIntuitionist]

May you follow your bliss, Zapp. Big love to you and yours

[@andreahentze4134]

I am always in awe with your content, the story telling, the cinematography, the narrators voice. It feels like a huge warm hug, whispering in my ear „all is well sweety, see the beauty and just do one step after the other“ 🙏🏻 thank you!!!!

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Wow, thanks so much, Andrea. Your comment felt to me like a warm hug, and really touched me. May you continue to follow your bliss, my friend

[@raidarsheri]

I try to tell your stories on my medium page because your work is so brilliant and profound. 🎉 Thank you for providing encouragement every time I needed it.

[@TimKoa]

Amazing video Elson. Having a growth mindset is a huge unlock in life. 🎾

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Thanks so much, Tim! It really means the world to me, coming from a fellow creator of your talents. I especially loved your most recent video. Keep shining bright!

[@tonysaenz]

New subscriber! You earned it bud, wow, content is super high quality in every sense of the word. I predict you’ll be at 1 million subs by 2025!

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Wow, thanks so much, Tony! That's extraordinarily kind, and your comment really warmed my heart to read. I appreciate everyone who watches and engages with what I'm doing, and I appreciate you, my friend

[@comically5974]

What a lovely, inspiring, educational video. I have recently been thinking that I am a very curious person, now I can embrace this trait more fully. Thank you! I also thank you because just watching this video reminded me of some forgotten dreams I should play with.

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Thanks so much! May you follow your bliss, wherever it takes you

[@paraschugh3058]

Brother, your content is mind blowing.

[@sifathassan7653]

i was waiting for this video for so long. Thank you man.

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Thanks so much for your patience, Sifa! I appreciate you!

[@candiceuk1022]

What an amazingly useful video. Thank you 🙏

[@silvertree3181]

Appreciate your amazing work. You’re helping many people to “ get off the fence.”

[@ModernIntuitionist]

You're the best, Silvertree. I appreciate you too, my friend! Big love as always

[@yawatuahene8640]

Another deep and inspirational video... I will be waiting for the next video. Thanks for this. I plan to act on the lessons of this wonderful message.

[@waitheramuthoni7318]

This video was incredible! It literally felt like a massage to my brain. Thank you for taking that bet because your work lights the way for many of us!

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Wow, you're so welcome, Waithera! Thank you and big love to you and yours

[@KhaPiano]

The production quality of this video is fantastic

[@patrickolson4315]

This is a profound and deeply relatable collection of ideas, so beautifully and clearly communicated. It's my first contact with your work. Bravo. I will watch it many times. You have a new follower.

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Thanks so much, Patrick! I appreciate you!

[@crosstolerance]

I sense a bit of Kierkegaard's philosophy with the suffering and despair of the tragic hero. This video really made me think about my life's story.

[@1111FreshAllensGirl]

Oh My Elson! You picked a fav movie of mine! Love, love, love Office Space! I quote it weekly at work. My family was talking today about the creativity us kids were aloud to have at our home. My Dad was always adding on to our tiny house. No end to gravel piles, pieces of wood, etc that we could play in or create art with. And - if we made a Lincoln Log village it was aloud to stay on the coffee table for a week! No wonder I stayed under my desk in Kindergarten and just wanted to go home. Thanks for another great "deep thinking" video!!

[@IntrospectiveHousewife]

It was only the arts and crafts in most classes that kept me from being too depressed as a loner child. Reading outside of class also helped my imagination.

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Hey Jen! I think of Office Space as one of the great 'cubicle movies' with lots of memorable quotes that anyone who's worked in an office can relate to. Or anyone who's had a case of the Mondays. Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts. It sounds like you had a wonderful childhood and were able to retain that sense of wonder, creativity and play. Your continued support means the world to me, my friend. Big love to you and yours

[@Lizziee_90]

❤ oh, thanks for your viideo... Iam in the unexpected circumstance. Lost my job, lose my way, don't know what I really good at even I am over 33.... now in my leisure time I am still looking for a job, learning chinese and english, work at part time job in english class. Hopefully everything will get better.

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Thank you so much, Lizzie. I'm sorry to hear about your difficulties. When I'm in a tough spot I try to step back and ask myself: "Why this?" and "why now?" There's time for you to discover your life's work. I released my first video on this channel at the age of 40. Many people find their stride later in life. Keep exploring, and pushing forward. I’m rooting for you every step of the way

[@techtherapy3093]

discover your calling

[@rubygoofy9020]

Your videos are so relaxing and soothing! Thank you!

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Thanks so much, Ruby! I appreciate you

[@DolphineAchonga-gn6kn]

I love your content. I had a discussion with a friend about this. His comments were, "These are first world dreams. Here we work to survive. There's no choice. Quit your job here, and you'll starve to death. Stop being delusional. This isn't a Hollywood movie. Be grateful you have some way to make a living." What counterarguments would you have for this? Is it possible to pursue your dreams in a poor country where a job can be the difference between life and death? I request you do a video on that.

[@ModernIntuitionist]

There's many ways to approach life, and no single "right way." It's a big world, and not everyone wants to (or has the inclination) to approach it with a sense of play, and that's okay. Anyone who creates something new will seem 'delusional' to those around them. Because a creator must bring into the world something that doesn't yet exist, a vision that no one else can see, and yet must believe in the reality of that creation enough to see it through to fruition. The idea that we would have cities with electricity and running water was once considered 'delusional.' I will say that I myself was born in a 3rd world country, and the parents grew up in a small village with no running water or electricity. My parents approach life with a sense of play and they are huge inspirations for me. Thanks for your comment and take good care!

[@richbealesC]

The happiness in your life depends on the quality of your thoughts and ceasing to worry about things that are out of your control. Figure out what you don’t like, figure out if you have control over it and if you do, change it. If you don’t accept it. Very little is needed to make a happy life.

[@ZhakyDK]

I've been through this loop (dream, attempt, give up) many times now. I usually succumb to fear of being perceived as a failure, if I continue and then fail, despite knowing and believing that life is a game. I wrote my master thesis on gamification, and got quite far with it. I thought it was just going to be about gamification, but I found links to addiction, flow theory and a lot of spiritual texts, linking flow, play and awareness together. I believe it is possible to activate flow, despite what many others believe, but it won't happen by trying to do it or thinking about how to do it, it'll come when we give up - which is why it seems impossible. Not giving up in general, but letting go of trying and just doing. Some day I'm sure I'll get beyond the fear.. maybe just to find it again further down the road.. rinse and repeat. As long as I tried, I can die without regrets.

[@unaruane3503]

Amazing video. Thank you.

[@JulianSirian]

Just realized something after I watched this video... (great video by the way...) As kids, we don't really know what we want, but we know what we are curious about... we then turn that into a hobby, and follow that to, well, wherever it takes us... So the question becomes, 'what are you really, deeply curious about, and if it is multiple things, can you find a way to link them all...' I get that this isn't always the case, but I strongly suspect it is in the vast majority of cases... Just my opinion... P.S. can't wait for the next video ;-)

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Thanks for sharing your insight, Julian. One of my professors once told me that it's not really possible to teach everything in a course; knowledge is always changing and being revised. The only thing you can hope to do is inspire a spark of curiosity, and only then will they be moved to begin the journey of learning on their own. That always stayed with me and it's something I always appreciated most from my favourite mentors and teachers: you could tell they loved their subject matter and were passionate about it. May you find a way to link all your deepest curiosities and follow your bliss, my friend

[@fatherburning358]

Great comment. Follow our curiosities. Yes yes yes. I know what I'm doing now is just that. Finally 🤦👍

[@morenike_]

Thank you! This video sparked something in me, and I cannot put it into words. But I wanted to take a moment to say thank you for reminding us to play! ❤

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Thanks so much for taking a moment to watch and support what I'm doing. I appreciate you, Morenike!

[@LifewithAlegria]

🎾 Elton, you are a master at this. The way you bring ideas together, edit your videos, and deliver a powerful message, wow! I’m speechless. To answer your comment, I am the curious kind, having explored deeply a variety of subjects that have served me well both personally and professionally. I still have a gallon to learn. There’s so much I don’t know. Thank you for another fantastic video. 🎾

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Wow, you're so welcome, Alegria. Your comment really warmed my heart. I think that's a wonderful perspective and I feel the same way, and try cultivate the attitude of a lifelong learner (who still has a ton to learn). Big love as always!

[@LifewithAlegria]

@@ModernIntuitionist love back! And apologies on calling you Elton. I know it’s Elson. 💕

[@streptomyces]

🦾🤖 + 🧠 = yet another awesome video from the best KZbinr around

[@ModernIntuitionist]

You are a Picasso of emojis, Streptomyces! I love that you found those emojis. And you're always such a warm, insightful and positive presence in the comments. Big love to you and yours, as always, my friend

[@ShioriWhitefeather]

I've been following this kind of thought for a while, and I needed a resource like you to help distill it. Thank you. I'm awaiting the next one, friend. 🖖🏾

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Thank you, Shiori! I appreciate you. PS. By the way, new video out now!

[@thoughticality6044]

Wonderful video! Gave me a lot of confidence because I already naturally do some of these things😁 maybe I’ll actually do something positive for people with my life one day!

[@nikolaybonapartov7379]

Hello, I just came across your channel and its amazing. Your storytelling and the way you connect different ideas and concepts together is great! I watched 3 videos and will take a pause now, because I need to reflect on them. But the ideas youvexpress are definitely useful and helpful, thank you.

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Thanks so much, Nikolay! Your comment really warmed my heart to read. I appreciate you, my friend

[@bridgetteswenson52]

Your videos are so amazing! I truly enjoyed this video! Thank you!! I borrowed this from the late Helene Hadsell. The contest Queen. There is no such thing as failure only delayed results. When I fail at something I would remind myself of this. Thank you again!!🎉❤

[@ModernIntuitionist]

That's a wonderful quote, Bridgette! I hadn't heard of Helene Hadsell until now, what a fascinating person. Thanks so much, my friend, and big love to you and yours

[@Dawg-digital]

Do you write, narrate with your own voice, and edit your own videos?? It’s elite imo 👌

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Yes, I do! Thanks so much, my friend

[@HealingMedicyn]

This was wonderful. Thank you 🙏🏼🤍

[@aaaddd7364]

So cool! I love topics like this.

[@ratedinspirational]

Thanks. Great message and quality. Subscribed

[@stephanerochy4048]

Always great videos. The content and the edits are fantastic. Many thanks. Any idea when the follow up video will be ready? The wait is killing me!!

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Hello Stephane! It's available now. Thanks so much for your continued support, my friend!

[@TourniquetTwin]

This video has been so incredibly soul-affirming. Thank you so much.

[@ModernIntuitionist]

You're so welcome, TourniquetTwin! I'm so grateful for your support!

[@richbealesC]

Great video man! Well done. How long do these take to make? Did you figure out to do this all on your own? Is this what you love to do…ie are you living YOUR dream? 🤔

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Thanks so much, Richard! I really appreciate it from a fellow content creator such as yourself. It's hard to say exactly how long it takes, it can vary. But each one takes hundreds of hours from the research/writing stage, to recording and editing. And yes it is! I learned how to do this through tutorials freely available on KZbin. Like anyone I have my own personal struggles, but I am doing my best to follow my bliss. Take good care, my friend

[@richbealesC]

@@ModernIntuitionist thanks for the reply brother! Well you’re crushing it man. These videos are insanely well put together and you have some VALUABLE insight and we are lucky to hear it from you. A lot of the things that you share, we know them to be true deep down and it’s almost like an aha moment, but when you explain it, it all comes together. We ALL have our own personal struggles and are all trying to “make it” whatever that means. Take care 🙏🏼❤️🤝🏼🤝🏼🤝🏼

[@noahlapuz3853]

Thank you so much for this wonderful presentation.🙏💎🤗❤

[@MarcoLandin]

WOW. So much to unpack. This video comes to me at a very necessary time. THANK YOU for the perspective blast

[@ModernIntuitionist]

You're so welcome, Marco! Wishing you peace, power and love during your time of transition

[@olive4naito]

Yes. Anytime I'm learning something new, if it's not approached from a place of wonder and curiosity, I don't learn as quickly, intuitively or cohesively. Any aversion to what you're learning is like driving through muddy terrain.

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Beautifully said! Thank you

[@coolbreeze5683]

Thanks for another beautiful video, Elson 😊 Ultimately, I think if we see ourselves as successful then we are successful. There's the idea that we have to make a grand impact on the world or people should know our name in order to reach that status but I find that not to be true. Finding joy and bliss within yourself is a life of success. There are people with few possessions and no desire to add to our material world who are the most joyful people on Earth and that makes them the most successful amongst us. They have found the key of pushing aside ego to access their inner spring of eternal joy 🥎

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Beautifully said, CoolBreeze! I always appreciate your wonderful insights, and look forward to reading them, my friend. Big love to you and yours as always, and may you continue to access your inner spring of joy

[@SoftwareDownloadSuccessful]

I don't know what feels like play to me but looks like work to others. I need to ponder on that.

[@letti799]

I rlly love this video and I needed

[@bethnicholls3369]

You've created another excellent video! As always, you present a lot to mull over. Thanks so much 🥎

[@ModernIntuitionist]

I'm so grateful for your ongoing support, Beth! It really means the world to me. Big love as always

[@ropi8739]

Oh, so we're going Scovel Shinn? That's my cup of tea right there

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Shinn's book on the game of life is really great, but this video doesn't go into her insights. Sorry to disappoint, but I may make a video in the future exploring more of her insights. I appreciate you, Ropi! Take good care!

[@phoenixleekiling3823]

There's something very enigmatic about your voice and how you narrate your videos... ❤ very cool and always enjoy watching them! 🙌 Thanks so much for your effort and info ❤❤❤

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Thanks so much!

[@davidhowell6543]

Looking forward to the next video 🦾❤️ My Dad died recently, and I’ve been going back through my life over the past few days -like I used to regularly do when I was younger/before a lot of trauma as a young adult-and recreating my story again. And then I come across these last two videos of yours today. I appreciate your sharing. I’ve stifled my voice for many years now, and run from the pains in my mind, my friends and family are telling me to start speaking. And I’ve been lost on how. This was an eloquent affirmation, and I thank you, sir. <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="1491">24:51</a>

[@ModernIntuitionist]

I'm so sorry for your loss David. Peace, power, and love to you as you recreate your story and follow your bliss. I am rooting for you, my friend

[@mut8inG]

Ok, creator of your chosen, deserved reality that you’ve used your consciousness to concentrate upon as you are learning to be wise as the SOUL that is you eternally pictures each challenging thought,word or deed. Whatyagonnado. JOY in this multiverse is yours, sweet, compassionate eternal you. peace+&-🎶🌸

[@eliasst8024]

The kind of content that may look useless because we don't pay for it. Thank you.

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Thanks so much!

[@WisdomWealth-sx4bc]

Nice video bro, very inspiring content. Keep it up. I pray that you get millions of views and subscribers.🎉🎉

[@HelloMyNameIsCody]

That ending wow thank you thank you and thank you. 🙏🏻 Godspeed Not where want be But time patience Peace wisdom knowledge God bless

[@Nisha.......]

I just love your videos, they always teach me new things and fill me with new hope. I really appreciate you ❤👏 Thank you Elson !!

[@ModernIntuitionist]

You're the best, Nisha! Thanks so much, and big love as always

[@carlottagiffels7455]

Thank you, it's giving me hope.

[@humorua]

Reeally cool ideas, bro, thanks for your work! 👍 I learned a lot of phylosophy and psycology, but found a lot of new interesting stuff in this video

[@macavelli8905]

Insightful presentation

[@Dannyxlm]

this was so extremly well done.

[@ModernIntuitionist]

Thanks so much!

[@christinebethencourt6197]

Yes to keep a curious mindset is the key 💁‍♀️😁 i definitely kept it 👍maybe too much ……!! 🙃😉…… thank you for this interesting video

[@ModernIntuitionist]

You're so welcome, Christine! Thank you for your ongoing support, and big love to you and yours

[@hmmmmidk]

Thank you