Why I'm Finally Going to College

[@luisfilms]

I think the pressure of being successful and getting a degree can be so stressful that people can forget the main purpose of learning. When the pressure is no longer there, and your focus isn’t to reach a specific end goal, and rather to learn because you have a drive to know more about the world around you, it no longer feels like a such a burden. You begin learning because you want to, and not because it’s what others told you have to do. ( idk if any of that made sense lol)

[@kushagrasingh467]

It does make a lot of sense, even a famous book "Man's search for meaning " also mentions this, that success comes as a byproduct of one's dedicated working for passion/interest . We realised this when the event is completed( like in my case when i was more enjoying the learning part my dy/dx was +ive but as the D-day came closer my focus shifted more on performance and eventually dy/dx[improvement] became 0 , i realise this mistake after the Dday) .

[@ManojKumar-zy1yq]

Ya bro

[@mrED123]

Well the main point of a degree, at least historically, is to get a skilled job which you otherwise wouldn’t be able to without a degree and would only be able to work at non skilled labor. You can learn without college too! College isn’t only about academic learning

[@alvinwu8509]

@@mrED123 That's not really true. Most jobs didn't even formally require a degree until the late 1900's.

[@abdxfilms]

That’s so true man

[@MaxReisinger]

This begins the college series! Stay tuned for more episodes (:

[@fearisaliar3]

So excited! 🤩

[@gabrielecizinobaraldi]

I'm so excited!! it's going to be amazing Max, sending you good vibes!!! ❤️

[@saracanariov1431]

:))

[@perry2658]

Max, u can do it. Sending u good vibes ❤️‍🔥

[@Shenanigansfl]

Can’t wait for this new series!

[@kylaroades2012]

I just started college a month ago... scary for sure. I ended up choosing a more affordable option for college and have been telling myself the purpose is just to get the degree and become something or someone else to make a greater impact when I'm "more of an adult." And while the degree and becoming someone new is important, I have found that there is learning to be done and enrichment to gain if I'm seeking it out outside of just getting my degree. I thought I had burned out after doing well in high school. I thought I no longer wanted to learn. But I'm growing again. I'm healing again. I'm adjusting to freedom and responsibility. I've fallen in love again with art and painting. I've been able to make more time outside. I've been able to try new things and things I've dreamed of trying since i was young. I've gained bruises and scrapes along the way, but I smile at them all. They are the signs of learning and trying something new. I'm happy I get to do this journey alongside you, Max.

[@damnikamolodee6543]

I love this:)

[@lailameyer-korrichi1882]

Couldn’t have said it better. I relate to your words completely :)

[@chaoyoong9987]

Kyla may your academic journey brings you lots of self confidence, exploring new ideas and test your own mantle. When there are good, the not so good experiences follow too. Regardless we bounce between the extremes of the spectrum hence every experience will give us more impetus to forge ahead...college is also a time to let your hair down a little and look at perspectives from others' points of view...be patient, be a good listener, be compassionate, lead from your heart, volunteer and help the younger ones reach their potential. Try to meditate and visualize because by doing that you will be more in sync with your spiritual self... Body Mind and Soul has to work as ONE to achieve the tranquility, strength and tapping your core mission in this life cycle...always learn from experiences but dont dwell on the negatives because those will suppress our ability to soar above the fray. Your inner strength has yet to be tapped and you are an old soul...may you have fun and joy in exploring young adulthood. be IN the light, be OF the light and BE THE LIGHT

[@1234kingofbeasts]

Which course and are you staying in home or hostel

[@saracanariov1431]

Max, your videos never fail to inspire me, thank you. I'm an amateur filmmaker/enthusiast, photographer and overall enjoyer of life and I have to say that 4 years ago (or whenever you first went to study in France) you (along with other many factors) sparked this in me. So enjoy university and thank you so much once again.

[@rajasimuley367]

That's was 4 years ago?!?!?

[@Truman81]

i was supposed to finish college in two years but i ended up transferring to a different major due to personal reasons. can’t help but feel like i’m gonna miss out on everyone and waste four more years with most of my friends already looking for jobs. the anxiety of having to socialize with people much younger than you, but i guess it’s just the way it is and it only matters as long as you do what’s right by you. sending hugs to everyone with a similar experience!

[@bobbygamer1597]

Really

[@Truman81]

i feel okay about it now lol@@bobbygamer1597

[@bobbygamer1597]

You means college not worth

[@etn]

hey max, not gonna lie i watched your videos awhile back around the time you were applying for college, i was as well. i believe it was your stanford video that popped up in my feed that got me interested in your channel. ive gone through similar ups and downs like you mentioned in your video and i just wanna let you know that its super refreshing to relate to you. i also took a gap year and my mindset has changed drastically as well. its been almost two months since starting college and its been a ride, hang in there! thank you for posting your journey, there are definitely more people like me that relate to your story than you may realize : )

[@random_internaut]

Starting college in March. I’m terrified to leave high school behind, its familiarity and comfort, my friends and teachers. At least im not alone in this journey. Loved the video, Max!

[@badwater]

Take it slowly at first: do not take too many classes, do not join any groups, do not party too much, do not make any fast friendships. Just be an observer the first semester. My college experience (more than 40 years ago) was the most important phase of my life. You'll love it and hate it and it will change and prepare you. Good luck!

[@ameliesarah9662]

@@badwater I very much disagree with this. It’s important to make friends in first semester (some of these ppl you will be friends with throughout college and possibly the rest of your life) and join clubs ( im in choir), as thats another great way to get involved and meet ppl. I do agree with the “don’t party too much” though, just not the rest. If you are an observer, you will feel like an outsider and that is no fun. On the other hand, if you have friends and go to club meetings and various events, you will acclimate better and feel connected.

[@T.S.T2014]

Your Nature Your sole and your honest ability bounces all the way here in Australia Max. That’s a very special thing to have and don’t ever loose them.

[@SamSeagull]

First of all, Max, welcome back :) Honestly, feels like meeting an old friend after a long break. Listening to your thoughts and perspectives makes my own brain think about my own points of view. It's such an interesting thing to discuss: university, new life, new people. I didn't get into university this year and up until the very end of summer I was making myself think that I was ok. All my friends went to uni/college and I was so so so happy for them. But it was just insanely hard to keep up a smile when inside I had nothing, but dissappointment in myself. I want to be a theatre director and trying to become one at 18 y.o. especially being a girl in this patriarchal industry made me doubt that I want to study at all. A little later thinking about it, I understood that yes, I do want to go to the university, but maybe, just maybe this unexpected break that I got to have is something that I actually needed. Second of all, thank you, thank you, thank you for making the little intermissions where you were driving. Felt like going on a roadtrip and discussing all of it at the same time. I don't know how to drive(idk just felt like sharing it) and simply watching these little shots made me feel like there was something more, than me just watching a video. Max, I have and I will keep writing comments under your videos just because you inspire me every time and I will forever be thankful for that. Wishing you all the luck and the best. Talk to us and tell us what you think, what you've learned and all the stuff you're comfortable sharing with. Thank you.

[@betuldarcan4313]

Hey, i also love watching the journeys of Max and it just makes me feel like we all people share our stories in different ways and be part of it at some points. So your comment also made me realize how similar but also different our situations are. I also didn't/couldn't go to university this year. I have taken the uni exam and I have gotten into an university and major that i wanted but that uni was in a different city and i couldn't keep up with living in a different city and in a dorm with 5 people so i just came back to my city (istanbul). At first it made me feel like a quitter. But then i started to teach myself that it was okay to change my mind, we don't have to stick on the decisions we made. So now, i have a free year in front of me until i'm going to go to a university in here istanbul in the same major(biology). It wasn't what i expected but here it is and it's better i should decide what to do with this year i have. I don't know exactly how it's going to be, i don't know if i'm going to love this or not, but that's what i have and i realize that life doesn't always go as we expect it to but it's also fine and maybe even better. When these sudden changes happen, we may feel like everything goes wrong and our life is messed up, but we are not alone in this journey, and we don't have to force ourselves to be someone or to do something. Just wanted to share

[@NRFP]

@@betuldarcan4313I attended University last year

[@jasontung3187]

Max, all your videos are so well made and exudes authenticity, the travel films never disappoints, you spark curiosity and an interest in learning, not just because you have to, but a desire. As a uni/college student myself, I wish you the best of luck :)

[@MaxReisinger]

Appreciate the kind words, Jason

[@neneatiapamorgan-asiedu8746]

Hey Max, thanks for your art form and sharing it with us. It’s so calming to watch your videos and follow the story behind them. Thanks for sharing!

[@lio_kaze]

Max - I really respect what you have to say about figuring out your own trajectory in life, and your optimism towards new adventures. I think that's something key in staying motivated and living presently. For me, fresh perspective and optimism were equally important as physical location, it changed how I made connections and went thru personal growth in my semesters at college. In a time where we have much more agency over our lives, it's refreshing to choose education out of pure intrigue rather than for a degree. Speaking w us, you are so grounded and confident, able to articulate thoughts and perspectives that many of us face. It's beautiful to be reminded there are others out with the same struggles, questionings and dreams. Your videos are thoughtfully made and I love the continuous nature of these recent ones. Keep it going :)

[@ajm0600]

we spend half our lives studying and then work for a couple of years and retire and then “enjoy life” when we are old and probably sick. Sometimes I feel like things don't make sense. But enjoy ur time while u study ❤️

[@fernandobarreto6901]

Thinking about my journey I should’ve take a gap year to think clearly what I wanted, but that is life. Your “gap” year you enjoy every bit of life and moments that you now cherish. By gap year, I mean The journey that you did by learning, meeting new people and experiencing new cultures. Actually, I think you are clear on what you want or want to experience. Keep going further and enjoying things. Good luck 👍

[@MelanieAtreides]

dudeee dont stress bout it your content is rlly nice and it also always inspires me (: lots of luck in collegeee

[@sugarcookies6435]

i’m so exited to watch this i started college two and a half weeks ago.

[@adamst.martin1932]

November 7, 2022- I ❤you Max.... You're AWESOME❤ You are going to do great in college... BEST of LUCK to you.... you look like a nice cool good dude... GOD bless you Max... Have a safe Journey to school.❤☮🙂 SMILE! makes you feel great...

[@sinemnursahin1416]

i started collage two weeks ago and i’m happy that we’re on the same chapter of our lives. i’m away from my home and my family but i’ll learn to grow and be more independent. i’m sure i’ll also learn a lot about myself. collage is an incredible opportunity to do so. happy that you’re back and feeling better about yourself too❤

[@jezielcruz4963]

Hi Max. Hope your reading this. Just want you to know how your 2021 videos motivated me to go to College and started doing something new( out of comfort zone/ family). Here I am , around October, just like the months I was watching your videos and decided to go another level of my Life. Thanks for that Bro😇🤗. May God bless you a lot. And , Yeah... Currently I'm 2nd Year ( Veterinary Medicine student)

[@AaronClemons.]

So excited to see what's to come Max!

[@nexttsar]

You continue to be a stand-up guy that everyone would like to meet. When I went to UPENN back in the day I was so excited just flipping through the course book seeing all these classes that just PLAIN INTERESTED me. I wasn't worried about career or job I just wanted to learn about things I liked. Too many kids are majoring in "business" or something just to get a job. Anyway - you seem to love to show us you lounging about half naked and that's fun too. You are keeping us wanting more - to find out where you will be going, and maybe I think it will not be in the United States - because you made a few comments that indicated that possibility. But I, like tens of thousands of others who really like you, will wait to see.

[@tcharles2466]

Best wishes to you, Max - you are a truly inspirational young man! You have already achieved so much in your relatively young life - particularly in terms of foreign travel and 'cultural' experience! Please, fully embrace your future (be it College/University - or neither)! I'm sure, either way, you have a great future ahead of you - particularly with the really good support network which you have built around you! All best wishes - Tony, UK.

[@elliottjakabhazy6726]

You did a really good job summing up your thoughts and feelings about college. Right now, I am going through the process of trying to “figure it out”. I am a senior in high school this year, I feel like there is a lot of weight on my shoulders, and I feel like I am pushing things off because I am fearing failure. Your video was motivational for me, and it has given me a little more confidence in the future. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

[@hasindurathnathilaka1457]

Hy🙂

[@d.j.7069]

You're amazing, Max! Your future is wide open to you. Luck and love are on your side and fighting for you! College equals years of maturing in an atmosphere with endless opportunities. Being successful in college means to freely experience it and take advantage of what's available. TO GROW!

[@mokshvasant]

This video made me feel a lot of things all over again

[@nathancombong_]

Excited to see you on your next journey Max.

[@AMI_POPOV1C]

Max, as always, your videos are great, thanks for all your HARD work. I wish you an unforgettable college experience.

[@dhey007]

First view of your content but this one is fantastic. You seem to be a well grounded and stable person for your age. You also have an intelligent perspective on your learning path and should do well. I had a personal interview with a college president in my schooling experience and this was back in the day before computers! He said, “You will never learn everything or be able to remember enough, so just realize your school career is to teach you where to find and use the information you need.” I’ve never forgotten that. Also recently saw a saying that is too true: Our will is free; it’s our decisions we have to pay for. Best of luck to you!

[@nkmn45]

I like watching your videos, because of your content. The way you are editing your videos is absolutely great. Keept it up. Excited for your upcoming videos.

[@dastu56]

way to go! you've taken time to explore and learn outside of the education process now as you go back you will be able to learn even more. congratulations on this new chapter!

[@bwazowski]

currently struggling with this as well. you're ideas enlightened me a lot! thank you max❤

[@BlueFierce]

Love the painted nails!!!! Also can’t wait for the next chapter 😊😇

[@shaikrizwan2826]

I fell asleep while listening you ......so peaceful and relax Super cute boy with soothing voice

[@KevenLacayo]

You showed up for me Max, watching your gap year was exactly what I needed this year

[@MaxReisinger]

I appreciate the kind words Keven, that means a lot to me!

[@KevenLacayo]

@@MaxReisinger I’ve started college now too, I’m curious what’s your major?

[@areenalhamlan4885]

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[@areenalhamlan4885]

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[@areenalhamlan4885]

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[@YashSharmaaVlogs]

Your videos are like watching someone's *life story short-film* and it's really really amazing to be honest! Obsessed with your videos ❤ keep up the good work!

[@dynamicpy2852]

Your videos are so picturesque they beautifully define your journey of life which you are logging and posting here. ❤

[@eggytoasty_]

I like how Max makes his videos, since I've found one of his videos about being in the event where you talk to others about a specific topic is been interesting to follow him along. I'm still in school, and sometimes I feel like being at at school was enjoyable even though I hate that I got tired, maybe because of weather and season changes. I still keep going, and watching other people on the internet inspires me, but the reality is always important. Online is there for us anytime we need it, but we shouldn't hold into it forever. Thanks, Max for making awesome one video; once again, you'll be into it for many peopl,e including me. I also have a goal: try entrepreneuring, understand finance, and study 'cause I want to expand my knowledge more, not 'cause I want to go high and higher and get degrees later on. For me is essential to see what is different in studying now vs. back then, as well as meet other people with similar interests or mindsets in specific things.

[@keapatel7914]

Sooooooo happy to see you back in your room 😩🤍

[@The_Forgoten1]

true learning is when u do it to learn about the world around u instead of the end goal imp

[@a.hassan_]

Good luck with college Max! It may seem a bit odd at first, but the experience itself is worth it. Hope you have an amazing time there ❤

[@johndouglas5712]

Best wishes Max . I can sense a great relief that you have come to your decision . We all look forward to whatever part of this journey you share with us

[@judithdse]

I think we discover many ways and forms of learning through our lives. All of them can help us in our personal development and understanding of the world we live in. College is good experience to discover which is specific to the age you are now in. Good luck and keep following your heart. Lifelong learning is what keeps us fresh and reflective

[@a.643]

Your videos keep me happy. Thx

[@Updavidedattention]

College is fun! Finding other curiosities and passions, will lead you to a full life. New people will be New Friends and loves

[@mihaelaclaudiap..2]

Love the way you edit your video, simply brilliant, great, inspiring young man!

[@katandtonyTVMM]

The college experience can be a great investment in your future and, honestly, I can't see you not making that work to your advantage - no matter how many classes you take or whether or not you go 'the whole way' and graduate with a bona fide degree. You're a kid with resources at your disposal and you seem to make the world your oyster... it's just so refreshing to watch you doin' your thing. Have fun. Meet challenges head on and with a "what is this teaching me?" outlook.. keep that inquisitive nature about you. Your fearlessness ... 'unknowns' you meet with sheer curiosity is such a rarity in our youth. You live with purpose, and I hope you never lose that about yourself. Best wishes on this bold new journey, Max!

[@matteogallingani8262]

hi max ! sometimes i wish i had a friend like you . good luck for your new phase of life!! hope you the best. (Matthew from Italy) 💗

[@tonyserra2787]

No worries here, I'll always stay with ya! 👍🙋‍♂️ enjoy the ride.

[@alexgar9497]

Your videos always inspire me to keep going with my goals, THANKS!

[@luiplasencia]

good luck Max! Wish you the best in this chapter of your life! Don't forget to keep us updated! :D xoxo

[@sinosijaklife]

max,thank you for this meaningful video.

[@anydroid]

Excited for you, Max. You’ll probably find you’ve got more motivation, maturity and experience than most other freshmen, but they’ll catch you up eventually 🤣

[@sushhh9303]

Watching your whole journey I'm kinda excited for clg eps letsssgo)

[@laceym314]

Looking forward to your perspective on the academic adventure. Love the videos; they always remind me there's more to life than what is right in front of me. Thank you.

[@scottb8551]

Max, I wish you well as you begin college. I have no doubt you are going to do very very well!

[@cesararturo6159]

Dude I wish you all the best and I know things will be great for you in college 😎

[@olivierparlephoto]

You have already learned a lot, way more than other students. You travelled, exterieced a lot and are knowlegeable. Now you will get the "theory" behind wha you lived, which is great. good luck to you Max :)

[@jkoperski9925]

You are an amazing soul.

[@damnikamolodee6543]

Hope the best for your new journey Max!

[@laugh6581]

Hoping the best for you Max! Phenomenal video and visual storytelling as always , I'm starting college in like 40 days aswell, so that's gonna be fun and overwhelming, let's see how it all turns out

[@parkseoyeon6434]

Best of luck Max and enjoy yourself 🤗👍👍

[@shreddr3119]

thanks for the video, gradually because of similar videos I get out of burnout

[@parkseoyeon6434]

Congratulations 🎉🎊👏good luck for your college journey 👍

[@leestevens4250]

Max, you are clearly an intellectually curious person, and satisfying that curiosity is a totally LEGITIMATE reason to go to a good university. I would add that meeting a good professor, who will mentor you and help you to progress, is something you likely could not find anywhere else. (The best professors will likely put you on a good path to learning in ways that you can barely imagine unless you experience it for yourself.) A good university education will open doors for you that you would be unlikely to find in any other way. Obviously I think you have made a correct decision for yourself, and I'm sure your decision will be validated in the years ahead of you. You are WORTH making an investment in yourself!! All good wishes!! :)

[@Engelhafen]

College is about opening your mind to new ideas and this should continue for the rest of your life. To learn you have to open your mind to the idea that you don’t know most things. Discipline is hard to find in todays world and getting out of your comfort zone and relying on self rather than material things.

[@vaibhavtiwari5311]

Hey max from india all the very best man you are more powerful than you think have hope be strong from a friend With love❤️

[@coachab100]

Where are you going to school? East or West Coast? If you rather not say, understandable. Good luck! Will you be running there too? On the team?

[@greggtilghman6349]

Dude, that’s Topsail. I live an hour and a half away from there, spent several summers (and a few winters weekends). Subscribed and liked, you’re a good kid.

[@MichaelDJ68]

Sounds to me like you're in the perfect head-space for going to college. Take advantage of anything your college offers that interests you and you'll walk away from it feeling that you got a lot out of it. Your point about the cost is a real issue, though. The author Ray Bradbury couldn't afford to go to college (back when it was cheap), but put himself on a library schedule and did his own college at the public library--that takes discipline and it excludes the important social aspect, but I admire him for taking the time to just learn while he was young.

[@Esteban-yi8oc]

Espero que alcances esas metas que tienes, pura vida compa!

[@prob707]

Thank you for a thoughtful video Max!

[@DondonHernandezLumampao]

A very nice place of room to sleep, done Subscribed to your channel. May God bless you always!

[@taylor1bc]

Good luck in all your adventures.

[@sahorycielo01]

every time i want to leave college i remeber this video and this thinkig desappear 💛💛

[@halfsliceoflife]

So excited to see what comes next

[@juniorhack08]

Hi

[@AWTVU]

So good luck Max ! You'll see, college's years will be the best years of your life

[@wityagurl]

I hope to run into a main character like you someday. God bless you.

[@fearisaliar3]

Good luck Max! ❤ I hope u have an amazing time in college! 🙏

[@zeynepyilmazoz7094]

the istanbul sticker is beautiful, i love it! 💖

[@enriquelopez9124]

Congratulations Max, 🎊 👏

[@dorianosborne2994]

Study is simple, study what you are interested in and most enjoy. Treat study as picking up your favourite book, something that is familiar to you. If it's something you enjoy it will always be pleasure and not a chore, don't focus on an outcome. It will potentially disappoint but if you focus on enjoyment of something you know you will always be ahead. X

[@mariaeltsova8986]

All the luck on this new chater to you Max!

[@Abane.]

Max, why don't you apply to a scholarship abroad? It must have tons of experiences that will carve your understanding of the world

[@shavinmalindu]

wow bro you are amazing a lot of things have to learn from you Excited for you, Max. good luck to you from Sri Lanka🙏😍🤘

[@austinchandler3079]

So excited for you! I hope you enjoy where you’re headed. Looks like maybe UNCW? I have friends there if that’s where you’re headed. They’ve enjoyed it

[@aminewestern3329]

I am in 3rd year of college. It is indeed hard period of time, but it can be fun too. Wish you the best of luck.❤

[@anasmakhloufi]

I hope you get a wonderful time at college ❤

[@bman4473]

Good luck on your next adventure Max take it all in !

[@MaxReisinger]

Thank you!

[@parkseoyeon6434]

I am sure that you are going to do well don't worry so much 😊😊

[@catisbest5803]

Life is crazy, hope we can all get what we really need in this flood.

[@evan6898]

man, i remember when you uploaded french school videos and now youre off to college. im gonna be off to college next fall and im scared

[@mylifeasayushii]

I tooo am going college this year and I am soooo damn excited!!!💙💜

[@MaxReisinger]

Wohooo!

[@sophiathephirst]

was going to make myself wait to finish a project before watching this but I've been waiting too long for this video!!.....

[@bella-rp2rw]

70k a year?! I am having an heart attack,in Italy the college cost 400€ a year…

[@EfthimiaAthan]

I wish you all the best, Max!

[@MaxReisinger]

Thank you!

[@hamzaattaakili4457]

a college is a beautiful place, and yeah as you said not for a finding a job ,

[@remarc69]

That Smokey the Bear t-shirt is so cool👌🏻

[@Penca-silat22]

When the pressure is no longer there, and your focus is not on achieving a certain end goal, and more on learning because you have the drive to know more about the world. Best wishes from Indonesia

[@lloydvanpraagh7599]

REQUIRED LEARNING: ECONOMICS (Eye Opening, Better Consumer & Investor, Know Fiscal & Monetary Policy) One Semester: MICRO-ECONOMICS + One Semester: MACRO-ECONOMICS You will NOT regret it ! You will be glad you studied it formally. I would require anyone going to college to study Economics for one year. From a non-business, science nerd. Then, if you are up for it, some Finance & Accounting. A diverse mix of courses while concentrating in one “major” area of study is a very good way to go. Best wishes on your journey of intellectual growth Max ! Then, with your French from your Mother…

[@andreitapus2302]

Hell yeah!!! SO stoked for you Max, all the best bru! :)