How To Get Good - Do It Naturally

Building on the principles of playing raw, this is more about your physical health and what you should avoid if you want to actually get better, not just fake it.
It's important to solve your problems properly.
First acknowledge or find the problem
Research and understand it
Then solve it
Acknowledge, understand, solve.
That helped me stay focused when I had problems, hopefully it can help you do the same.
And by "properly"... I mean actually solve the problems, not just put a band aid over skin cancer and say "look, it's repaired now, back to destroying myself slowly!".
Good luck!
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[@al1ve427]

Well, who knew I'd find the courage to change my life from a quake player/mouse reviewer

[@RocketJumpNinja]

Hope you can, good luck!

[@danblues894]

Rocket Jump Ninja A bit off topic but is there a mousemat simular to the goliathus speed with a low resistance that you would recommend? Also what sensitivity and dpi do you use in quake?

[@pankarezas]

Do you like pizza, or taco better?

[@alexmay7250]

its actually fucking hilarious that you have a c9 logo

[@al1ve427]

Lol why?

[@notpex989]

"do the hard work now, do it properly so you can enjoy life later" thats so simple but so smart O.o

[@NinjaNedX_Prime]

it's amazing how so many people miss that somehow

[@MajicFreeman]

I wish I woulda listened to my pops. He was like "If you put off the partying now you can party so much harder in about 15 years. "

[@eclipsez0r]

Majic Freeman That's not true at all. You can only party hard while you're young.

[@jaredcx]

Why not work hard but have fun doing it at the same time and enjoy life all the time?

[@name_-ty3xi]

deep thoughts with zy.

[@whyistherumgone2914]

You're not just a mouse reviewer. You're like a father to me.

[@NyaDxb]

One year later, still an underrated comment

[@mauriciosilva9865]

He didn't anwers because he doesn't want to do the papers

[@onetrueone]

6 years later and this comment still holds true. Daddy ninja

[@cnbg8535]

Literally was looking for some advice and gameplay only to realize what I've been doing. I'll be up front, I smoke to play my best. If I can't be the best while sober then why play? I've been playing quake since I was 11 and now I'm 21, ten years and only eight of those were sober and my best years. I'm gonna continue to work on my skills sober than high all the time. Thank you Zy.

Truth bombs. As a musician i feel so identified with what you said. This should be a rule of life no matter what you do. Thank you so much.

[@petimanus]

So this is the internet...I came here for mice and keyboards and ended up with life changing tips and lessons.

[@MaverickJeyKidding]

"haven't mastered sleep" - so true, mate.. All these videos.. this is what Tetris taught me as a kid - always think with the next step. If you think about what to do with problems that you have right now - you are a bit too late. Think about next things, and when they come - you already prepared, so you just do them quickly and now have more time to prepare for next things. Just like Tetris - think with the next figure.

[@giggahurts3458]

Real talk... Dunno if you'll read this but you might have just opened my eyes a little. My sleep schedules been a wreck lately, and I've probably been having a bit too much caffeine. While a lot of times I feel good after I have coffee or anything heavily caffeinated, it can't be healthy and in the end I think it does kind of sap a lot of my energy, making me just perform worse at everything, games and just life in general. It doesn't make me a better person. I want to get good, not just at games (though I'd be lying if I didn't say that that was at least a part of it) but just at life in general. I'm only 19 yet I have so little energy and feel depressed a lot of the time. Yet I always try to sleep because I think I'll have more energy afterwards(only works out like that like 1/5th of the time), or if I have more caffeine I end up feeling nervous and jittery, which I know definitely isn't healthy. Not sure what I'm really trying to say, other than that at nothing else you've made me step back and take a good long look at my lifestyle, and I thank you very much for that.

[@RocketJumpNinja]

I went through depression from 18 to 21... I think it's fairly normal, 19 is such a transitional age. Your brain is no longer satisfied with just existing like it was when you were a kid. Now all the rules you lived by suddenly don't make as much sense and you have to work hard to get new ones for adulthood. There's no easy answer... there are thousands of things you need to learn. And sometimes nothing is really wrong but you feel bad, so you start searching for problems to blame. It's an art to be able to know what's really wrong... and often the answer is simply "I haven't achieved enough today to feel good", which means you need to work harder each day to achieve something. I guess the best thing you can do is be open and try to take the best answers from everyone. See someone doing well? Find out why. See someone being healthy? Find out how. I'm not saying go up to random people... there's a whole internet full of this kind of information now, so just pay attention. I love this quote... Lex Luthor: Some people can read War and Peace and come away thinking it’s a simple adventure story. Others can read the ingredients on a chewing gum wrapper and unlock the secrets of the universe. It's the mindset... find answers wherever you can, understand things for what they really are. Pay attention. And take the best of everything and make it part of you. Might sound selfish, but if everyone was trying to be their best (without hurting others), I think the world would be a better place. Just to quickly give you some things I've learned, specific to sleep: If I go to bed late and wake up late, I feel lethargic all day. If I go back to sleep after I wake up after about 6 hours sleep, I will feel worse than if I had just got up after the 6 hours. If I sleep before my usual schedule, I'll sleep 1 to 4 hours and not sleep properly that night, which ruins me for the next day. If I wake up too early, my brain won't work properly and I'll be tired all day but not lethargic. So at the moment I'm thinking the best is to get a sleep routine and wake up at a certain time each day, preferably closer to sunrise than noon. As I said though, I still haven't figured it out. The problem is I'll get busy with a project or just won't feel like sleeping some nights, and the cycle of bad sleep continues. Hope that helps somehow. Good luck!

[@decksteroussnail]

Reminds me of how Day9 described FroZ(an old Starcraft pro) and how he purposely varied his practice/play routine. Playing with shoes off. Then playing with shoes on. Turning the air conditioner really high, then turning it low the next day. Playing with his desk and chair at different heights. Playing when he's hungry. Then trying to play when he's full. Morning/night/afternoon. Purposely forcing himself to play in constantly changing conditions so no matter what he'll be prepared for when it's going to matter.

[@MOOtf2]

I can say that this characterized me when I first started playing my main game, Team Fortress 2. That's what brought me to where I am now, but I recently have lost that energy and drive to improve since I've become one of the best in my field of play. This series has helped remind me of how I used to approach any new thing in life and how I used to develop my skillset with an unquenchable thirst for improvement. These kinds of videos are worth showing any person struggling to get motivated to do things in life. Excellent commentary and good gameplay as well, thanks for a quality video.

[@thirstisr34l]

I'm glad I subscribed. This is how I know you are not just any gaming and tech review youtuber. I've disliked the idea of energy drinks because of caffeine and how it affects our sleeping patterns. If you need energy, just plan your sleep before the things you have to do. Hopefully everyone is able manage their time better in the future.

[@KeitrenGraves]

These videos right here are why I freaking love you. You are legit my favorite KZbinr. Hell you've helped me find my EC2-A, I still watch for the knowledge and support. I'm so glad I found you man.

[@tylerwellick1623]

Honestly thank you for making these videos, want to let you know that they are appreciated and don't just vanish into the void of the internet. Watched the whole get good series right now and already feel better. Just know you improved someones life today! :) I think our generation really lacks solid mentors in general. Your videos are a breath of fresh air!

[@SaintGuardian]

Im not a drug user but im saving this video cause it is awesome for the younger generation who may struggle with this and have trouble relating to older adults who "just dont get it"

[@PicmipPixel]

I remember winning a clanbase cup, in my division, at a game called warsow, that was a good moment! I played way better if I warmed up with a very high mouse sensitivity and then lower it to "very" low and start the match. I used to have friends that defended what you just said in this video... that made me cringe every single time... and we're talking a long time ago... really dig your stuff.

[@andrazzh]

This is the most inspirational video I have watched in a long time. Thank you Zy!

[@dropdown64]

I have appreciated your mouse reviews a lot, they are super good and you have even improved them over time. Now I appreciate you even more! I'm very happy you spread the word of this part of daily life style to be healthy and doing things natural, which I do my self as well. So many people do cheap tricks to evade things in life, like when I always hear when people can't get started in the morning with out coffee. Then your doing something wrong that makes you so tired in the morning! fix that instead of adding an other thing that makes a problem over time.

[@ehrge1z239]

The key to anything you want to master. Hard work, be honest to yourself, practice, the end.

[@yesto9676]

Holy shit that flick at 2:26, and youre right, you should try to be consistent in anything at life. Makes it alot easier

[@RocketJumpNinja]

Yeah I talked about that on stream when it happened... gotta love instinctual reaction shots, the ones where even you say "whoa, that was crazy", especially because I knew I couldn't flick right to hit him (would've had to move my arm to do it), so I had to go left, which was a bigger flick distance.

[@mikhailz5713]

@Rocket Jump Ninja, thank you for making this content reviling your thoughts so clearly.I do believe that I already knew these thing, but after you making it so clear for me I finally desided to make amends in my life.THANK YOU AGAIN!!

[@MangalSuvarnan]

Hey Zy, I used to just hop on your channel to see some sweet Quake pwnage and feel better. But now, I come here for inspiration, I come here when I'm down and uninspired. Keep doing what you do man. Love, Mangal

[@dhuranwtf]

Not many people can become good at games, but everyone can become better.

[@UTOOOOOOOY]

Well said and is said by an evidently very good player. Everyone should listen to this

[@RocketJumpNinja]

Glad you think so!

[@RayGonix]

Rocket Jump Ninja is there a Chance you could answer me to my PM? subs who support you for so long shouldnt be disapointed like so dude..

[@RocketJumpNinja]

Ray G... time, man... time. I have so much work to do and so many people asking me to help them choose a gaming mouse, I just don't have time to answer everyone.

[@RayGonix]

bro.. its not like you wake up and start working until you go to bed non stop.. and we also know that you haven't reached as much subs to be busy like a pewdiepie so relax.. im sure just answering for 15-20 minutes every day, won't just do the people a favour, but also yourself by making people to like you even more and like / recommend your vids to more friends to gain you more subs which you obviously want.. so think about these aspects before ignoring any messages and blaming it on "too busy to answer boyz, working all day".

[@skaplis]

he's not obligated to answer any questions/comments.

[@stachesheriff9200]

Well said. I've given up sugary treats, caffeine, smoking and hope one day to curb drinking.

[@TheGoldenDragon_]

Excellent advice. We're similar in how we think. Although I have a soda and coffee now and then, I mostly drink water and eat healthy. I too haven't mastered sleep yet, averaging about 4 to 6 hours a night, but I'll get there. Anyway, great vid. 👍

[@SuperJoePardo]

You are the man! So glad I found this channel while looking up reviews of my new G900. :) Keep up the great work, great rails and great message!

[@Wackoman17]

Great video, I simply kind of figured this out myself a while back. And now with some exercise and plenty of water and not so much sitting down I actually improved my focus. I don't lose temper more often either. I actually find competitive games like CS or DOTA FUN now and admit defeat when I deserved it instead of raging. This helped me get better in games and also in real life.

[@user-yc6dt6iz5x]

You deserve much more man, excellent writing!

[@xyzasdf]

Very good video, this is my stance on drugs as a whole as well. Glad you are able to articulate it better than I.

[@cerbadan]

I cannot express enough to back up what you are saying, as this is the right way of thinking but needs reaching a higher state of wisdom. Unfortunately this is also a way life that most people avoid thinking in this manner. What ultimately blows my mind is that fact that even the most selfish person on earth, is usually unable to do the small sacrifice now for the greater good that will come later. In other words, wasn't selfish enough.

[@nothorren]

new sub here, i'm totally with you when you're talking about caffeine and general "fixes"

[@JosephVoda]

i love the play raw video and this video very helpful i really enjoy them!

[@ahmadfadhli381]

Thanks a lot Zy you're the best!!

[@thecayman8567]

so clear and deep thoughts! Keep going man! Nice!!))

[@juhoturunen]

Thank you for your motivational words.

[@OutOfZeWorld]

This is why i love your videos man

[@grandpaw1704]

I've never played a day of Quake in my life but that clip at 1:45 was nuts

[@cgheezey1]

dude your videos are AMAZING

[@MrMirofl]

Good video, I'm excited when your other channel goes online! :)

[@exudie]

100% motivation

[@perdikos7633]

Nice talk! I generally perform kinda consinstantly but when it comes to drinking coffee I am all about those headshots :D Will try and play without for a while, though, to see how it goes, I guess I will perform the same naturally, after some time.

[@maymayman0]

Thank you for making this.

[@pionergena]

really good speech, totally agree

[@irti_pk]

Excellent tips and insight.

[@skii_mask_]

Well this was an odd video. I'm surprised how much I enjoyed it. Good on you for promoting healthy lifestyles Zy!

[@trashgamer5434]

I liked this video a lot even if it was rather short. I love the reviews but I would definitely enjoy some more videos like these (:

[@ladjiab]

thanks for the advice

[@raulsaavedra709]

Awesome message!

[@cylelance4307]

So what you're saying is, I should fix my health and life to get good at Quake? Shit. I'm in. Great video!

[@RocketJumpNinja]

It's all connected/related. Gotta be at your best to be your best.

[@michaelchen8292]

[Great] general tips on how to get good at almost anything. Like you put this though into gaming.

[@jess5715]

I really enjoyed this video.

[@worldpeace3801]

inspirational speaker

[@ItsMxmo]

great vid. great topic. well done.

[@hamzashinwary4215]

damn, I came for tips on how to choose the right mouse for myself but discovered this playlist and it's better.

[@jokerrules6960]

Thanks m8, I'm trying to stop my friend from doing drugs im gonna link him to this video. Also I bought the EC1-A and one of your mouse pads you recommend on your site. Can't wait to try them out

[@itzzspencer]

i wasn't ready for this dude

[@williamvammen6248]

i know what you mean and i think this is the best advice out there for the people who want to play games competetivly and all that, but i also believe that you only find out how fun rpgs are when you are baked

[@uberrave3]

This video was recommended to me as soon as I took a break from smoking. Unsurprisingly like in the video, i played better high. It helps me get in the zone and literally kept my game face on. Lucky for me, all weed taught me was that all I need to do was have fun and try to immerse you self in the game. I don’t like the idea of using as a crutch, however it did help me overcome hurdles when I started to plateau. Side note: I play mostly overwatch and also I saw improvements in my rhythms games too. I also want to dispel the idea that weed directly makes you better. You just have more fun which in turn makes you a better player.

[@atombabomb4268]

I really enjoy your videos. You have inspired me to practice practice practice and keep practicing and it is paying off. Quake is a game that takes work and time. The more work I put in the better I get which makes me want to play more and spend more time playing. Would really like to see a video in the future about switching weapons under pressure. I have the most trouble with that. I always over rotate my mouse wheel and get a weapon for the wrong situation. I recently switched it to the side buttons on the mouse and found that works easier but still a common problem when playing. Just thought that would make an interesting video and people don't seem to cover that issue as much.

[@RocketJumpNinja]

Glad you like the videos... and the reason we're not making that video is because we don't have that problem. I have my weapons on keys, not the wheel. Here's my video about config: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYbVZYKff7-Eb9U

[@atombabomb4268]

Thanks Ill watch that.

[@guy5140]

A martial arts inspired mentality. I like it

[@nothanks8387]

when zy talks to you more personally than your dad ever will

[@ryandaly1943]

well said.

[@lollipop171]

Winning is everything. -TheHiveLeader

[@jawss4297]

Hello Zy I love your videos and I'm thinking about getting a new mouse but i cant spend a lot of money can you please make a top cheap mice with great sensors video? Keep up the good work! I think it would help a lot of people!

[@AssistantBoomperson]

i feel you, but playing high is just much more fun!

[@big8927]

Hello I'm Brazilian and I'm following your videos I have a g403 and a qck but the slide in the qck is not good I wanted to know which mouse pad 'fast' you recommend me to the g403

[@Chris23399]

ive been thinking about this alot lately how do you keep yourself energetic/ready? and how do you have your mind set?

[@iiexoticii5330]

Well Said

[@jameshiggins4067]

What is the best mouse that has a thin cable or one that feels like the cable isn't there? I always feel like my Rival 100 is being pulled on or doesn't want to go a certain direction very well because the cable feels stiff.

[@maxime_vhw]

whats smaller than a zowie ec2-a? Its just abit too large for my hands

[@magoooooo0]

You should do more of these videos, I really like them.

[@RocketJumpNinja]

Good to know, will do!

[@musicmanblake]

You've allowed me to see a greater depth into my everyday life. Thanks man..

[@TheMrLouisss]

Can you please review the Goliath CONTROL version of the mouse, or if you have any experience let me know??? I have a rival 300 mouse if that makes any difference

[@kevinchiang8141]

could you please review the EVGA X5 optical? or the thermaltake ventus r

[@teun7923]

You are smart.

[@jackarmitage448]

A smart person one said 'Zy is smart'. Lol. Have a nice day to anyone reading.

[@naimakka1949]

what if I drink coffe becouse of my slow reactions? How am I suppose to fix that?

[@maxair95]

Hey Zy, does increasing mouse pollling rate can increase accuracy and or any benefits? Can you do a video about this?

[@DatGoodSir]

great video. Do you know any tips to heal hand injurys from playing?

[@nickwrgggdd6276]

Hello what is the size of your hands in sum videos i see you say 18 and other 18.5 my hands are 18.5 by 10 would you recommend the fk2, fk1 or ec2-a

[@SonganLP]

If you do a channel with this kind of content I would be the fist one to subscribe to you! The video is very compact but still gives / gave me so much valueable information which I am going to use in the future. It is a good thing that you give examples like the - really simple - example with the clothes. Oh and by the way! I just found your channel a few days ago and I was not sure if I should subscribe to you because you mainly review mice. And I thought if I have chosen my mouse why should I keep watching your videos? Don't get me wrong but I guess you know what I mean (e.g. why should I go to the supermarket to ask somethign about toasters if I already have a good one?). But seriously this video and all the other "How to get good" - videos made me subscribe to you simply because there is always something new to learn! Especially if you bring across these important (life) topics in such a good way! (I never write any comments on YT so I just hope that you will see my comment and think about it :) )

[@RocketJumpNinja]

Glad it helped. I'm working on another channel, but only 5 videos on there so far... will do a heap more soon, see what you think: web link www.whyidefy.com

[@FPSRayn]

So... Guess i'll have to change everything about myself and force myself to do it. I really just want to be consistent and always be on my best in games since it's fun to be at my best.

[@moneymike422vids]

Real talk man ..... hey when's your next stream ?

[@alterer]

what kind of exercise or diet are you doing? I get tired a few hours after waking up, like mentally tired not body.

[@gregwx]

Wise and accurated advice. Thanks!. BTW I noticed I play better having a bottle of water instead of soda or a sugar drink, I will never underestimate being hydrated. Question: In your opinion which is the main factor why we can aim better with a specific mouse than other?, saying we have 3 mices same, sensitivity (360º turn), similar weight, same grip style. Is for the size? or the sensor positioning? or form? Thanks :D

[@n.jurenic]

zy, you're my life coach.

[@egz3637]

i got a kit kat ad, that say when u eat, it will help u ingame

[@reikotsuzui8256]

Off topic : An apple gives the energy that 1/3 can of redbull gives.

[@basher-375]

Hey Zy, I Feel that doom is double shotty loadout ruled. The best of the best always use this loadout in game. I dont want to use double shottys but it seems like its the best loadout. Do you think quake 5 will be nicer? What do you think about the double shottys in doom?

[@jusuiNen]

Oh this player is Zy. Nice to know who I rekt, just kidding ;D If I remember correctly ur gaming is solid but needs more that element of surprise. I've been playing q3 actively since q3ra times and now mainly quake live ca. Still after 10y It gives me something or maybe I'm just addicted :] Best game ever and I like ur insights about improving oneself. I use same methods when auto-analyzing my gameplay inside my head :)

[@lenninreyes6507]

respect

[@Sayakvids]

eye opening

[@NinjaContravaniaManX]

interesting, I just have a problem with one statement at the end: "enjoy life later". this kind of thinking can be equally or even more dangerous to your health than the hardest kinds drugs. in times like these, everyone should learn how important it is to take neccessary downtimes and enjoy life every now and then, otherwise you will get burnt out and depressed pretty quickly, depending on what you're doing. being healthy is a good shield as you say, but it won't make you immortal.

[@RocketJumpNinja]

I'd agree but within the context, it makes sense to work hard now to enjoy life later. If you don't have problems that are causing you discomfort (making it harder to enjoy life now) then there's probably no need to work hard on something. While you have a serious problem though? Work hard.

[@zerousen]

My room is squeaky clean Zy, but I am still shit at games. Wat do?

[@teaver-5140]

which mouse have you been using during this video gameplay?

[@devilishgriiin]

You caught everything about improving and why many players never skill up. Their attitude is all about exploiting their strenghts, skills and favours instead of getting them really stronger, better and faster. They want to best near excellent effects without commitment. Remember what ACE stands for Attitude plus Commitment equals Excellence. To be honest if You know how caffeine (energetic drinks) work it is never bad to get "aid" (but NOT to relay on them) but remember - longer You take, less effect it will bear. Even to that point You get used to it and without caffeine You will loose ton of performance. This is why understanding consequences of using drugs is required before You take them. Harder drugs will have harder backlashes to be honest that usually nullify point of taking them. Sure they might have great effect in short term but Your life isn't short term thing and sooner or later anyone will regret it. Look at all those athletes that pump up. Look at end of their careers. They usually are garbage after few hours of glory. Do not chase that fake dream. Compare old athletes to today ones - especially their end of career. What is described in this video is what I see as real sportsmanship. For me? Two thumbs up.

[@washed6825]

“I haven’t mastered sleep” same

[@nes4701]

Hey Zy have you ever considered reviewing the Japanese Artisan mouse pads? They are very nice.

[@fact3]

holy shit a PSA lol, well said btw.

[@complaintregistar]

its obvious that someone who is at a neutral level of being sober will play poorly when they use a downer (pot, alcohol, etc) because their mind is not used to it. when you play stoned or after youve had a few beers consistently your brain adjusts to this mind state and will associate the game with that drug. someone who smokes weed regularly (daily or every few hours) will have a considerably harder time playing without pot. people who use stimulants to perform higher will obviously play much, much worse without them. muscle memory, mind state & playing conditions are so important. its the same way of thinking that goes into "im not playing well at this lan bc my seat isnt the same height"