Why My 4.0 at Harvard Was a Failure

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Just because something is a failure does not mean that you are a failure. Only through failure does anyone find growth. If you never make mistakes, you will never become better.
If you're wondering "how to get a better GPA", "how to get into Harvard", "how to stop procrastinating", or anything like that... my advice? Find a passion, and pursue it. School is always going to be less important than your passions--don't neglect it, because you need it, but follow your passions above everything else.

[@steveferguson2669]

me: “why my 2.3 was a success”

[@blissclair9743]

me

[@mcprol2467]

This would actually be an interesting video.

[@AngieeShipps]

Yes my thoughts exactly!!

[@yebocerussell7110]

LMAO

[@maanyashukla370]

Wow, you have really low self esteem.

[@thomasgassner4527]

Never really understood the famous quote from Mark Twain until now. "I never let my schooling interfere with my education." Great video!

[@Wdym41]

Wat dat mean

[@nimivashi15]

A great way to put it!

[@FlyingMonkies325]

Yup schools suck they want us to believe in unrealistic ideals so that we WILL fail cos we put too much stress on ourselves and put too many expectations on ourselves and when we tell everyone "oh i'm going to get a 4.0" or something else they then hold that against you then act like it was about them :\ why we have to be careful what we promise ourselves but it comes with understanding what it means to make an informed decision and we really don't understand that till we're at least in our middle 20s cos we're still too young, naive and gullible as teens and it's a more complex thing to understand than we think, in the meantime as kids and teens ppl take advantage and try to shape us into this "perfect" student that everyone should "look up to" but they just use you for what you can do for them. I know that more than most when i was one of those who tried to be the teachers pet and get everything done, but i wasn't getting things done or learning and what i got done a lot of it was wrong LOL i had zero clue what i was doing and nobody bothered to explain much just sat there twiddling my thumbs expecting me to know, now at 29 i'm committed to teaching myself properly and i try to help people in the right direction when i feel it's the right cos it pees me off what other ppl do to us so we'll just help them do their jobs and reach deadline NOT actually teaching us things in a realistic way i feel everyone's pain :'( we need to be proactive and WANT to encourage yourself and others in learning things AND about themselves

[@kaylambirch]

This was my mom’s favorite thing to quote to me growing up as she would pull me out of school for the day to go on a trip to a museum, zoo or to go snorkeling at the beach!

[@henryvalladares8193]

How the hell is this man getting a 4.0 GPA in one of the top schools and still having time to bring us quality videos?

[@brendae7187]

Majestic Banana ...well he did manage to get into Harvard..so there is nothing he can’t do.

[@Ivan_savior]

Passion.

[@miamyy4]

Time management

[@HagakureJunkie]

Harvard attracts people who are uncommon among uncommon people. You're not just supposed to be a braniac in harvard, you also have to be good at sports as well as have some interesting hobbies.

[@danabram]

Harvard is an easy school because of all the legacy students they have to accommodate. You want a hard school in Boston go to MIT.

[@dracopolis5]

“Why my 4.0 at Harvard was a failure” Suffering from Success - DJ Khalid

[@talkingtoawall5123]

Another one

[@Spardeous]

The kid's probably smart, but Harvard has insane grade inflation. It's said the hardest part of obtaining a perfect GPA there is being accepted.

[@ash15]

Bro you speak like an essay that I worked on for 6 hours straight making sure it’s perfect.

[@rumamohammed3552]

Grubbytae LMAO.

[@stefanmilinkovic6433]

Grubbytae I legit saw this comment 2 seconds after thinking the same thing

[@TLSizwe]

😁 bye

[@diasporanchronicles8878]

Make it 7. There's a review

[@redpillchen233]

Grubbytae this is the Harvard students magic bruh

[@sofiaalbi2526]

“ I’m trying to read a book a week” Me: I’m trying to read a page a week

[@youtubevleisureaccount545]

Everyone at his owm pace bro. Youll get there -aint nobody climbed the mount eve at day 1 of their climbing career...

[@samuelgeraldo]

*and still fails*

[@MrWolfxman]

I'm trying to read

[@ColinPlayzPianoC418Music]

At least you start the first step is the hardest step

[@natalia_torre.s]

Sofia Albi I’m trying to open a damn book in a week.

[@lamda7609]

Why my 1.0 at community college was a success

[@muabyt7333]

in germany 1.0 is the best grade,

[@elledesperado721]

MuabYT love that for me

[@alvinlajara2337]

Here in my country 1.0 is the highest and 5.0 is the lowest.

[@leongrden8112]

In my 5.0 is highest and 1.0 lowest

[@mylogify]

hahahahahahahahah

[@mattfrmdachi]

Why 4.0 at Harvard is a failure *Task Failed Successfully*

[@ryanfrantz8994]

I like to imagine him setting up his tripod to take all of these shots.

[@craz5243]

184 likes on This comment and No replies? Aaaannd i ruined it..

[@sleazzuschrist5679]

I was thinking the same thing lol

[@jonathan-rw3mx]

@Chandan Sinha Dildo.

[@joshbuttler7475]

My Asian mom if I got that score: “you could’ve done better.”

[@mattiasryberg9927]

Like they said in the tv-series Awkward after a Chinese character didn't get a perfect score: "[Asian Name]'s parents doesn't even think that she is Asian anymore."

[@durgalal8980]

Very True😆

[@user-gc3qo1sb2d]

zeuperm ITS A 4.0 GPA IN HARVARD

[@CmdrDylan]

Non Pacific island Asian parents: We want 101+.

[@imamwhy]

thankyouu you made my day

[@megamindblue1732]

JOHN: *spends hours on social media and gets a 4.0* ME: 😑

[@genericscout5408]

Megamind Blue depends on classes as well. You just need to get the material correct.

[@curiousgeorge6921]

Proves he didnt work hard and he is jlust dramatic like college kids are...school is not hard

[@HufflepuffSeeker]

@@curiousgeorge6921 school is not hard...you're not a medical student, are you?

[@ialwaystakebaddecision3495]

...I'm french so I don't know what's a 4.0 is that a good or bad grades is that even a grade?

[@valentineamor]

jujulie ccl that’s literally a perfect gpa

[@gloowm6721]

John : Why my 4.0 gpa is a failure Me: Why my exam score of 70 out of 210 wasn't a failure :')

[@MoosenMedia]

Gloowm correction- Why my 4.0 gpa at Harvard is a failure

[@Ta.888]

Best

[@faqotrofiq8334]

Lol

[@kingtaehyun3223]

so true

[@shanewilson8885]

3

[@gooberville9479]

Sure it sounds like “humble bragging” but the point is to show that even when you reach what is considered the pinnacle of academic success, if you don’t live your own life and pursue your own goals then it’s all just a waste of time

[@rpwzh5403]

Andrew Richter I agree 👍

[@Bilbus7]

Everything in life is a waste of time lol.

[@bazonga9085]

Good ole' Hardworkin' American End it then bitch

[@arthuryan3577]

Good ole' Hardworkin' American Fucking end it then

[@vaderglenn]

Good ole' Hardworkin' American I cut myaelf on that edge.

[@abdullahhabib6067]

*Drop out to save the rap game*

[@michaelburton3623]

Abdullah Habib lol

[@shsgshshsdgdhdhhehe5932]

Abdullah Habib lil pump

[@lColishl]

LMAO brilliant

[@elmasri2500]

😂😂

[@andrecarter9483]

Abdullah Habib 🤣😂😂

[@birchmoss8642]

Meanwhile I’m trying to convince my self that failing 3 classes isn’t that bad

[@FlyingMonkies325]

Once you leave The Education System you'll find it's about the skills you have and being proactive, not just helping yourself but trying your best to help others in the right direction too, this life requires us to get in there and have the kahoots to get things done, what makes some of the most successful celebs SO attractive, they have that confidence and kahoots, if you know who the actors of Supernatural are though they're the very embodiment of how us humans need to be, they work hard and get things done but they also have fun with it, help others and act like actual human beings not robots LOL they're super Creative and use Creative methods and thinking they allow themselves and others to adapt and flourish while using their own natural talents to their fullest potential. You know that Jensen Ackles never went to any sort of Acting School he just had the natural talent and through acting just committed himself to getting better at it by doing it :) and 9/10 that's how people get into their jobs, Jared had the natural talent too and during High School he did "Speech Debate" where he acted did short plays with a partner and he DID enroll into College cos he was gonna go into Science because he's super smart but i suspect that's cos everyone tells smart ppl that it's where they "should" be but it's not always the case... and so Jared landed his role in Gilmore Girls and has been playing Sam Winchester a lead character in Supernatural for nearly 15 years, it shows Acting is where he's more strongly talented than anything else NOT Science LOL, you have to observe yourself and take Note of what you feel you're the strongest at and use that.

[@francisazi6480]

Hahaha. Same

[@msf1579]

Same here too

[@callmeviper7723]

Weird, humble flex. But ok. He’s aware of his reality. I respect that.

[@copywritingbyrazvan249]

It's not quite black and white. Yes, you have mastered a process. You are reacting to the requests of your environment and you are good at it. Now that you've got a 4.0 GPA you feel unfulfilled but don't forget what got you to this place to begin with. If you hadn't invested yourself and developed the discipline to master subjects, you would have not gotten into Harvard to begin with. Please be careful with this mindset. I have fallen many times in it and it screwed things for me. For example, I like to wake up early in the morning and many times I felt sad or heartbroken that I couldn't stay up late, have fun, enjoy my life and that I had to wake up at 5 AM. And you know what? I've stopped doing it and after a few months, I've recalled WHY I've decided to engage in this habit. Everything has a pay price per action. You can either party or you can study. You can either eat healthy or eat foods that taste very well. Just because you are missing out on something this doesn't make it a failure. It's that price per action. On the other hand, would you feel more satisfied if you would spend all your day producing videos and fail at Harvard? Would you consider that a success? You'll always feel like you're missing out on something in life. Have a girlfriend, want to mess around. Messing around, want a real thing. Have a business, want the security of a job. Have a job, want the freedom of a business. In my (subjective) view having a 4.0 GPA at Harvard is quite an accomplishment and I would focus on maintaining this. Every day you have a choice between the hard way that may or may not feel nice and the easy way that's always convenient to get. Don't ruin a good thing for yourself. Happiness comes from pursuing things we're good at, because of the feedback loops that it involves. Learn to love what you're doing again and try and regain your focus. Of course, it's easy for me to talk about what you should do nor not since I'm not in your place. Everything I have written above is based on my own experience of mastering something and then feeling that I'm missing out on something else.

[@johnkid9573]

Razvan Rogoz Damn that hit

[@bluelyvids3255]

Lessons learned thanks

[@Zzzqr]

I think you are missing the point of this video. By concentrating less on GPA he doesn't mean he is going to slack off. Instead he is saying he wants to apply some of that time to what he believes will prove more productive for him in the long run, such as reading, learning to be a better video content creator, etc. He is not making this decision because he's sick of studying, rather it's a conscious evaluation on what his goals in life are and deciding that devoting 100% to schoolwork isn't going to help him achieve them. There is a major difference. Therefore your question "Would you feel more satisfied if you would spend all your day producing videos and fail at Harvard" is pretty impertinent here, because he's not going to do a complete 180 and deliberately fail out of school. Critical thinking goes beyond "one or the other". It's about tailoring your life so that it progresses in the direction that brings you closer to your goals.

[@katec708]

You’re the only logical, rational person in this comment section lol. There is nothing mind blowing about this kid’s video; he’s just some kid feeling unfulfilled even when he’s supposed to have it all. It’s an ancient story that has all rung true to all of us at some point. He’ll only really feel content when he stops searching for fulfillment. It is human nature to always want more but you have to learn to control that. You have to learn to appreciate what you have. He’s still young and this is the first time he’s on his own from mommy and daddy so he thinks this mindset is groundbreaking. Soon he’ll learn he still feels unfulfilled. Eventually he’ll figure out he needs to stop searching for a purpose and then that longing for more will ease off. Going with the flow of life, being more “reactionary” as he says, is the only way of living that won’t drive you crazy.

[@samarthkapuria]

@@katec708 I want to hear more of what you got Kate

[@ethanweber4910]

Did anybody catch what his GPA was? I didn't hear him mention it

[@jamskaterpete]

Ethan Weber I think he said 2.0? Yeah that was it

[@quantumleap4023]

I wonder what college he went to as well.

[@BruceWayne-kw4zx]

Fucking nerds

[@quantumleap4023]

Mark Wahlburger We really don't need to know what goes on behind your dorm room door...

[@sultan_3864]

Why do you want to have sex with nerds? Also he got a 4.0 gpa

[@paceman1000]

Why do people keep saying that he is showing off or being arrogant about his academic success that he worked very hard for? Isn’t - following that logic - owning a nice car or house or even just wearing expensive clothes showing off as well? And we usually don’t give people shit for that. The point he’s trying to make, that no matter how much success you seem to be having (academically or otherwise), if you’re not happy with the way that you live your life in order to achieve the aforementioned success, it ultimately becomes shallow and meaningless („a failure“), is a valid life lesson that has nothing to do with showing off.

[@-wicked-eharmonywithme7185]

Avantion hello fellow competent member of KZbin! We need to stick together, there isn't many of ud

[@matheussevero2064]

@Team Reminiscent reported.

[@reob12]

there's a difference between just having a nice car/house and telling everyone (stating the obvious) around you that you have a nice car/house & then saying you're not happy w/ it; i think a genuine argument would be not attending college but self-teaching your self coding and creating a business from those skillsets - that truly conveys passion

[@awonzlife1248]

true, i really dont get people these days........all of you haters probably just jelly

[@ahilinsalazar5061]

I agree, Avantion

[@rachel-ur5bx]

this guy is really peak human. living life to the fullest.

[@joelek19]

Yeah amassing debt that you’ll probably never pay off to be cut off from doing anything worthwhile for years to get a degree that you won’t use is living life to the full.

[@montagez3651]

@@joelek19 your salty ass is just jealous they couldn't get into Harvard, because if you knew anything you'd know you get financial support

[@izzy5845]

@@joelek19 how do you know he has debt? There’s financial aid and scholarships who can easily take care of that financially, and if a degree wasn’t useful why do you think ppl attend college? Especially considering he goes to Harvard speaks for itself.

[@joelek19]

@@izzy5845 hahahaha people go to college so it must be useful 😂, perhaps the silliest reasoning you could have on a matter is arguing that people do something so it must be good.. the most successful people didn’t you’ll probably find out & almost everyone who has (in the U.S) has left or dropped out with debt and a lack of employment opportunities, in Europe university is free almost everywhere, college is the same.. even that can easily be considered a waste of time, if you were smart and had money you would invest in your own idea or even a simple business with some part time education and a means to enjoy your life while you’re young, not spending years and an unholy amount of money on studying a field you’ll never be employed in.

[@joelek19]

@@montagez3651 nope.. I studied accountancy at college (never used it) worked as a builder at the same time, saved my money and started my own cleaning business when I was 18.. wound up only needing to work 4 days a month and travelled a lot of the world in that time & managed to pay my way completely and never ever borrowed a cent or went into debt, managed to pay rent to my mom every month since I was 16.. sold my work and moved to The coast in Poland and became a teacher and have had a great time not being stuck in a university dorm and instead taught at one 😂😂

[@antjuanfinch1461]

This is my favorite video of yours. Putting aside how much better you're getting at filmmaking on a technical level, this is really relatable. Sometimes I get so caught up in pursuing excellence that I forget that I'm pursuing someone else's definition of excellent for my life- and that's really unfulfilling. Keep up good work and I love your channel

[@thejohnfish]

Thanks for the kind comment, this is also my favorite video so far. Keep pursuing your definition of excellence!

[@faiqarif5765]

Now this comment, no matter how brief summed up a lot for me. Perhaps a bigger picture

[@Miss007Daml]

After graduating from university (which is one of the top universities in my country) I realised that it was never about GPA. It is about how many things you experienced. In university it is best to life the life fully, meet new people, hain good friendships, read books, discover yourself..These kind of things help you more in the life after graduation. 💜 Edit after 2 years: Hello, I didn't realize that I got many replies. First of all, English is not my native language and sorry for the many grammar mistakes which seem to annoy you very much. However, my lack of English skills did not stop me from getting 2 Master's degrees in English ;) Second, this is not only about money. I know that some of you need to get perfect grades in order to get scholarships and that is totally understandable. However, this not the only case for everyone. I am coming from a low-mid wage income. Even though my GPA was not that high, I still managed to get scholarships for my Bachelor's and Master's education. Because I managed to show people that I have other skills and interest than just studying really hard. Plus, I had part-time jobs. What I was trying to say 2 years ago is the fact that you don't look back and remember your grades and GPA, when you graduated from the university. You remember the things you enjoy learning, hobbies and interest you gained, things you experienced with your friends, the skills you gained etc. When I was in my 2nd year at the university, I have realized that I didn't have any hobbies or things that made me relax or happy because the only thing I knew was to study. I always loved reading, writing and studying, but they became an obligation in my life rather than being the things that gave me joy. That's why it is important to understand that the life is not all about studying. We should give permission to ourselves to do the things we love and enjoy just for us, not for others. When you get into working life or even post-graduate, your GPA does not mean much. People ask you about your interests, hobbies, languages you know, places you travelled, the skills you have, your dreams and passions. I am not saying that my experience will be the same for everyone in the world, but this was something I learnt by myself. I hope this can be helpful to at least a few of you. I wish someone told me not to worry too much about these when I was younger and enjoy my life and find out the things that make me happy. Your value cannot be measured with your grades. I hope you can find things make you feel good and happy without other people's expectations. PS: Probably I am going to forget this comment again and check in 2 years. So, I will ready for the comments that will roast me.

[@richiemelo8067]

Damla which University?

[@zarrarkhan248]

"Discover Yourself" -_-

[@caremell]

Richie Melo it is in Turkey for sure but hard to guess which one.

[@pranavkadam9587]

nah, man !! In my country, its all about the numbers. the more numbers you get the more opportunity you have

[@nimivashi15]

We stop living when we stop doing the other things that make us happy.

[@jaml6072]

This video helped me a lot, John. I realized that I have started to base my self-worth and mood through the day or even week on how well I do on exams and it is not helping my pursuit of happiness and meaning in life. Not at all. I've seen this video before, in high school. But now I'm almost done with my first semester in college and with final exams coming up, I'm starting to wonder why I spend hours studying something to perfection when I can be doing something I am passionate about, instead? I'd like to thank you for this video because not only did it make me come to an understanding that GPA doesn't mean everything, so I shouldn't really beat myself up over it. Of course, I'm still going to work hard for the sake of learning, but if I feel as though I would be happier writing music or reading then I'll do that instead. Once again, thanks, John.

[@hanofh111]

Totally agree

[@thiagodantas7028]

John "Why my 4.0 at Harvard was a failure” Harvard "Am I A Joke To You"?

[@hanan2184]

this made my day

[@user-rf5rw4fi8k]

😂😂😂

[@drewjohnson5859]

Liked for the cinematography, subscribed for the insights.

[@geovanjoseph]

I discovered your channel last week when i was browsing videos to make me feel motivated in my college. I must say, your drive and perspective in life is just so contagious. Keep doing what you love man. Wish you all the best!

[@nathanows7]

Geovan Joseph lol I found him by accident

[@patrickdunn7804]

+NathanOA Me too.

[@amandakelly6175]

For me, it has been hard to deal with responsabilities and others expectations, but you’re so right about pursuing your passions than choosing to just follow what people asks you to do. Thanks for making it clear!

[@shilpag2292]

I absolutely love the shots in these videos. I truly enjoy it. It's beautiful. That's what it is. Beautiful

[@QuantumZebra]

You take the elevator to the third floor? That's the real failure.

[@mynametrong5508]

lmaoo

[@swuggerman]

pretty sure the dude runs track lmao

[@Jacob-mw2uz]

Second floor is a failure, third depends on the day and how much your backpack weighs

[@randomsubject4537]

I'm the type of person to take the elevator to the first floor.

[@lloydscott6707]

Min-max

[@Shizu_Kare]

Thanks so much for this upload! I'm off to college in the fall, and I've noticed recently I've also been falling into a very "reactive" life style. I want to succeed in college, but that success isn't only qualified by academic performance. Because in going to college we're not going there to learn how to be a student, we're going there in preparation to function in the real world. I'm making sure to add this to my favorites on KZbin, so in the future it'll be easier not to forget about what's most important, which is frankly a person's happiness and well-being.

[@benmaunsell9334]

After this whole video about how he wants to pursue his passions, I still don't know what his passions are lmao

[@bison-vc9bd]

3:28

[@kayceebrowning]

You inspire me so much. I’m only a freshman in high school, but my dream school is Harvard (as I’m sure everyones is) and it feels so unrealistic, but watching your videos makes me want to be proactive and pursue the things I love and potentially end up in my dream school. Thank you for making these videos and I hope you continue to do so.

[@64_bit80]

hey, I was in the same boat a short while ago, and a question I really wish someone asked me back then is: what do you care about? why do you want to go to Harvard in the first place? it's good to be ambitious and driven but make sure you're directing your efforts into living your own life. harvard will open doors but it won't fix all your problems

[@jessdadson926]

Your channel is honestly like no other that I have watched - I absolutely love love love it. After watching this video its made me realise the truth that potentially I have been avoiding for a while, and that is that I don't feel I have any drive anymore, I don't know what I love, I feel at school it is very easy to get caught up in the whole studying, but not actually loving what you do or finding it interesting - its all just working towards a grade. After this video I feel motivated to go out and seek what inspires me and gets me excited in life. Please keep up the videos !!!

[@thejohnfish]

Jess! Thanks for the comment. Get out there and take some risks. I'll do my best to keep up the videos!

[@kelly-2060]

also feel the same, but i have no idea how to find something im passionate about. i’m so stressed out and worried about grades and everything else, and school honestly has drained everything out of me. agh, why am i like this.

[@youtubebydoug]

so true

[@daisyalvarez180]

this video is amazing. I wholeheartedly respect and enjoy the views involved in the content of the video. You're doing an excellent job of learning, growing, pursuing, and that's all a person can ask for, in reality. I am looking forward to watching the rest of your videos! P.S: Please make a list of the books you read, are reading, and would like to read. I'm sure, not just myself, will be interested in seeing your selection! x

[@daisyalvarez180]

Luis Luis dude you already knoooooow

[@daisyalvarez180]

Luis Luis Woah, thanks man! Appreciate it! And if the stars align and my luck is 100/10, probably UC Berkeley, Stanford, or MIT. Those are my top choices. Wbu

[@daisyalvarez180]

Luis Luis I live in Southern California so I know what you mean! Haha. My mom makes around 18,000 a year so I’m really relying on that for financial aid but regardless i am applying for scholarships. As to what I want to major in, I’m not sure! There’s SOOOO many choices!! Right now I am interested in architecture/engineering but I’m also interested in people’s health so medicine and what’s happening in the world so political science or law.

[@daisyalvarez180]

Luis Luis how come you wouldn’t go towards MIT?

[@daisyalvarez180]

Luis Luis wow thank you! I really appreciate this! I’m a freshman at the moment (almost a sophomore) and last semester I had a 3.5 unweighted, 3.9 weighted and this semester I a 4.0 unweighted and a 4.4 weighted. The thing is, for sophomore year I’ll be transferring to a college prep high school where I will be taking a college class every semester. I’m hoping that will be my advantage when I apply for colleges since I’m planning on receiving my associates degree within the next 3 years!

[@jordandandyprayoga8950]

Dude this is exactly what i've been thinking since I got my 4.0 GPA, thanks for giving me a really cool perspective.

[@marinanedelko7891]

That's so true! I'm ready to sign every word. Last month I started realizing it and now I'm trying to deal with it by spending more time on doing what I'm passionate about. I stopped worrying about my grades and finally started digging into different subjects. Now it's like one of my greatest achievements so far and what I'm proud of right now. Life has got way better and more enjoyable. I cannot even put it in words and say how happy I am right now. Btw, the more videos I watch on your channel, the more I feel this connection that unites all us, students, haha. Good luck with everything! And keep making your videos.

[@petepetersen5418]

My dad is a professor micro-nano tech, my mom is even smarter than him, but she became a house wife. They planned out my entire youth. Everything I did, was because they told me I should do it. After finishing my masters, I fell in a dark pit. I did not know what to do with my life, I did not know what my passion is in life... I had several jobs lined up (all through my parents), but I rejected all of them.. Im 25 now and I am going back to school to study composing and audio engineering. I will probably make far less as a musician/producer, but I don't care. Living a happy and fulfilling life is more important than material excessiveness. Anyways, good thinking! I had to find this out after my study, whereas you found out during, (probably why you're at Harvard and I wasn't). PS, you overdid it on the B-roll. Other than that, nice video!

[@liliq4177]

Pete Petersen loved it

[@guillermoaquino9753]

I'm proud of you bro! Sometimes we have to take the wrong ways in order to be sure about what we want. That journey was very important for you to understand that you want to study audio engineering. Good luck! (Sorry for bad English)

[@carsontodd9267]

I went to college for 2 years, got and associates in buisness finance, but I had plans for 4 years. I realized that school wasn't making me happy. Nor was the outcome of finishing 4 years and constantly worrying if my GPA, would be worthnit in the end. As a resukt, my sophomore year I got a part time job at a mechanic shop. Cars had been a passion of mine all throughout highschool. Once I left school, I took my degree and started my own small buosness. It's nothing huge, I don't make a killing, but I'm happy. People put to much importance on education first, before finding ehat they want to do. Just food for thought foe any of those about to start their first semester of college.

[@ileniag2555]

Your videos are having such a positive impact on my life, I really enjoy watching them and the content is just great. You seem such a genuine and good guy, thank you for sharing! xxx

[@dantefrett804]

I feel so motivated to be proactive now...Thanx bro, I needed this!!!

[@flyingpandaz6687]

I can completely relate. I’m in grade 11 right now and about 2 months ago I completely cut off my social media and also deleted all my games on my computer. I started reading way more and started focusing more on what I’m passionate about!

[@BillyBob-tr5cv]

Flying Pandaz that’s actually super impressive. That’s very hard to do.

[@JeanneLin]

Flying Pandaz good for you! Hope it pays off in the end!💓

[@alexs.3383]

Says Spy Fox.....

[@hgetgbg2e1f]

I have mastered ultra instinct

[@flyingpandaz6687]

Spy Fox how exactly?

[@emilyboedo5298]

A 4.0 at Harvard is not hard to achieve when the mean class grade is an A-. I might just be a salty Cornell student but we work just as hard for lesser grades.

[@nailahhuq1238]

Emily Boedo true

[@thejohnfish]

Oh for sure. Most classes get curved up here, don't you guys get curved down?

[@emilyboedo5298]

John Fish yeah most classes are curved to a B- especially in stem fields

[@symnage2722]

welcome to purdue where the mean engineering and computer science gpa is 2.9-3.1

[@garettlucius9810]

Yep def. just a salty Cornell student

[@gab7197]

Wow this video is amazing! Never thought I'd be so moved! Thank you, very inspirational

[@PBearSS58]

really excellent, john. Thank you for posting this vid, its real uk, much appreciated man

[@nathanestrada2595]

Lil pump went to Harvard he smarter than u

[@rileyjames6967]

Nathan Estrada There’s no evidence that he went to Harvard, he just said he did.

[@Thymeetc]

Pokemahner Dave it's a joke stupid

[@rileyjames6967]

Thyme.etc Just stating my opinion.

[@Thymeetc]

Pokemahner Dave there is no opinion needed lil pump literly said he didn't really go to Harvard you're just a square and can't take a joke

[@TheBlashMusic]

Who calls anyone "Square" in the 21st century?

[@thejohnfish]

If you're interested in hearing when I make stuff (videos and other projects), sign up for my mailing list. No spam, promise. eepurl.com/dltwsX

[@raymondbotwe7900]

You talk sense!!

[@alhusseinmohamed7818]

John Fish hey could you make a video on how to call functions correctly as well as how to properly pass arguments into a function using parameters? (In C++)

[@bigfatbaataed]

By chance are you Canadian, I noticed the sweater with maple leaf & the HBC blanket???

[@IP1995IP]

What are you majoring in?

[@MrOneNye]

thanks for the plug 1:19 I saved the webpage... and also take cue from Joe Kennedy...If you're a skinny lipped white guy? careful lipbalm application before taping...works the same way with extra lips like “Catwoman” Wildenstein...Its a distraction....

[@Dan-bbs]

Be proud my dude. I am graduating soon with a B-ish average at Boston College but I ain't letting that bring me down. Sure I messed up a few times during a few semesters of the 4 years I attended, but when i look back on it now it is failure that makes you succeed. Without failure you cannot learn, and I am thankful for getting some C's in a few classes but we all learn from our mistakes and do better the next time.

[@Mustafa-yc9zh]

It's apparent that this is a passion of yours. I found this video not only informative but also artistic.

[@MsAshwini2000]

This is one of the best videos I've seen in a while. I'm in senior year of high school and I feel like the past 6 months have just been this - applying to colleges, studying for finals, and basically letting go of everything I was actually passionate about in high school. I still have finals for another month, but after, I have a 6 month summer before college and I've been making a bucket list of all the things i want to do. I'm starting an internship in April, going on a solo trip in May, and going back to volunteering throughout. I'm going to learn how to drive(the legal age is 18 in my country), learn a new language, and catch up on so many Tv shows and movies I didn't get the time to watch these past few years. The proactive vs reactive point you made really resonated with me and this video is really motivating me to go after these goals I have. Thanks John, and kudos to you for prioritising your passions.

[@melanie4life45]

Could you do a video on how you take notes/do homework and study for tests? You mentioned it in a previous video, and I would really like to see your methods.

[@thejohnfish]

it's coming for sure!

[@elefunkman]

This makes so much sense! I’ve been bummed out with school lately and I realize it’s for this exact same reason after watching this. Gotta make room for fun. Can’t let school and social media consume you.

[@JuniorWA]

These are words I will live by. Thank you for being so humble and down to earth. That's all.

[@NadaMohamed-ct9lm]

you're opening my eye on so many things I so gratrfull that i clicked on this video what you said made me think differently about so many stuff i am doing and thinking about that i might have lost passions of mine and i am not really aware of this. I started to think how my life would be if i lost my passion solely. I am so gratefull❤

[@sarahkang9310]

this opened my eyes to more opportunities, and helped me realize it isn’t time for me right now to be stuck on social media.

[@robertgalligan3052]

First off thank you so much for making these videos, they really helped during my first year. You speak truthfully and genuinely and I find a great deal of value in this channel because of that

[@NoferTadros]

Great video, John. I am starting to feel this way near the end of my high school senior year. I hope college is not worse. Thanks.

[@ranielyfire]

What you said about reacting is what I’ve come to realize about my life. Im a rising senior and almost outta time here in school and I’m completely lost because I don’t know what my passions are - or rather how to pursue them

[@bookdragon3806]

You're wise for your age, my friend. I have seen so many people slip into the mindset of "for now," and then stay there forever, never finding what they truly want to do or be. Staying mindful and pursuing your own goals amidst the stresses of university must be difficult, but I commend you for working hard to do it.

[@morgandiaz9097]

John Fish, your videos are very encouraging and insightful! Keep up the amazing work!

[@inessampaio197]

I've been watching your videos since yesterday and I find your perspective so valuable and inspirational. Actually, I can say that no one has ever made me switch perspective in such a short period of time. I really do underestimate the power of balancing and diversifying life on school, but you made it so clear that it can still have a great impact as we get more happy, balanced, and fullfilled.

[@sarahsanchez3636]

He looks like a Walmart Timothée Chalamet

[@thegaytree5818]

Sarah Sanchez WHEEZING, partly because it couldn’t be more true

[@nblt9677]

😭😭😭🤣🤣🤣

[@lucidstarlight3296]

I feel like timothee is the walmart version

[@laur-unstagenameactuallyca1587]

meanie 😂😂😂

[@laur-unstagenameactuallyca1587]

@@lucidstarlight3296 uh...

[@pichayabuakhaow4731]

Hey i have been watching your vdos for two days now and it has potentially changed the way i see things, for instance, reading books and time management. Just so you know, your gift is really your attitude :) Many thanks for guiding my life to more awesome ways of learning. 😁😁😁 Boat from Bangkok, Thailand.

[@rhknow8888]

I absolutely agree with this! It's so important to pursue your passion while excelling in school. The balance is important! It took me a while to realize what I was passionate about but it makes life much more worthwhile

[@zubinmowlavi9165]

I really enjoyed watching this, John. Simply going through the motions and reacting is ok in moderation, if you are aware that it's happening and if you're deliberate with the rest of your time. Your epiphany is inspirational for people of all ages. Keep sharing!

[@msugal]

Props to you man. We live in a world that is consumed by social media and superficial things; and you removing that from your life shows you are one of the 1% of the population who strive to use their time wisely, efficiently, and productively.

[@semarhms3135]

Hi! I like the way you think, I know.. at some point in our lives we strive to become ideal people and after a long time control our desire for discipline. When we reach the end, we forget how to live. I've seen a lot of videos about people who could do something beautiful in their lives, like getting into a prestigious university or getting a good job, but in the end they just kept living that way. You are unique. You have already reached high grades and you do not think like "I have to keep this level for ever." You just said : "Oh, it's a nice feeling, but not so satisfactory, so let's try something else." I remembered the book "Who Moved My Cheese Piece?" .. You're not average , that's what I thought of when I watched your video. . know that your message has reached the other side of the world. So keep going ~

[@andrewtribbey3805]

This is a really eye-opening video. Thank you so much for sharing

[@SreyesSrinivasan]

I really like the way you portray yourself in your videos. It's not always about pleasing others, it's about how you develop as a person. Very positive stuff. It's funny, because I usually find myself getting bored/leaving halfway whenever I come across someone else rambling on and on about something as trivial as grades.

[@XepRuduk]

Seriously though, what's with the ear rape at the beginning?

[@asianboybaj2919]

it like a comedy thing man

[@demanhemzelf4431]

asianboy baj YoU hAvE EntErEd tHe CoMeDy zOnE

[@josefryan5445]

It was intentional, signifying the overwhelming amount of schoolwork he has been doing, and how’s it engulfing his life...thought that was kinda obvious

[@kingofmagix]

Can you make a video about preparing for semester exam ? And tackling the semester. How much do you practice problems in a semester,.Do u do it daily or just in exams and homeworks etc etc

[@hebasharaf9472]

Your videos are extremely inspirational and I love watching them much! Your video editing skills are also professional. I am really thankful and happy that I came across your channel. Keep going on!

[@emilyyuan5673]

This video is so inspiring! I love your videos so much!

[@boxedcaketobaking]

Immediately subscribed after this because it was so beautifully done and I loved the message. Thankyou for inspiring and motivating me and really just opening my eyes to something wonderfully amazing in my own life ♡ . Also you're really cute heyyyy

[@ViperAlphaViggoAoki]

John: I consider my 4.0 to be a failure Everyone else: 🥴

[@itsnayelie8795]

*You're so poetic and inspirational* I appreciate you 😊❤

[@khay9833]

I absolutely love your approach to life. You are so genuine and motivating and I know those qualities alone will take you far in whatever direction you choose to go in.

[@ediann]

Interesting young man! Wish him all the best! He looks like an ordinary guy yet he’s brilliant! He would probably get a 4.0 at MIT also.

[@piusadamsijachi7145]

Is KZbin social media do I have to uninstall KZbin... How do I keep watching your videos them ....please someone help I wish I can be as serious as he is and not just stop after a week

[@personalitygrowingprogramm8721]

It's so true, genuinely thank you.

[@gabby9388]

hes so wholesome and sweet. thank you for this

[@MissGeorgiex1]

I like this video a lot but my question for you is how do you stay in touch with friends/family without social media? I want to drop social media too but it's so crucial for getting info about events etc at uni?

[@thordan1630]

Can really relate to this in my first year of University, I did very well but never was proactive. Now I'm in my second year of a 5 year degree and I've started doing a lot more for me. I feel like I'm actually living my life now. I'd hate to look back and say that I spent half a decade of probably some of the best years of my life not doing anything I really loved.

[@xcarmx4747]

This is an amazing video and it feels great to know that I’m not the only one who’s going through this and has come to a realization. Im working towards changing how I interact in my academic career to accommodate to growing me as a person and getting to know what challenges me and brings my learning to life. You’re great! :)

[@GourmetNinj4]

Ah I’m glad u came to this realization man. It’s pretty crazy to see how easily people fall into this trap. We all have the potential to get a 4.0 but it’s crazy to see how much u have to sacrifice

[@morganlemons1694]

I feel like school just tests our memory which is okay but it also and has us take orders from someone else who is considered better than us which honestly scares me

[@slimshady6657]

Remember one of the billionaire is drop out from harvard.

[@davidsantoso2291]

you mean most lol

[@kenleo8264]

fish, nice job. I really like the way you treat your life, I mean, so organized and passionate

[@emil1322]

Really enjoying your channel. Very insightful.

[@nellealdan2267]

This is exactly how I've been feeling since freshman year. I got A's and everything but i felt that was just me doing work and turning it in. I wasn't soaking up the education therefore i felt like a failure.

[@aaa1830]

wait.... where does he go to college?

[@CharltonLepkofker]

Amina Moussa lol

[@chinesemimi]

H-... something that starts with a H, Hogwarts I think?

[@SmolaniAshki]

ShanKates no i heard duke

[@parkerbenningfield6345]

Amina Moussa I heard University of Alabama

[@SmolaniAshki]

PAHB you sure it’s Alabama, seems a little... worse than the other schools

[@dilaracaygara8380]

I can totally relate to this. You have put my thoughts into words and you've done it in an artistic way. I'm very happy for you to decide to search for your passions instead of some numbers. Every college student should watch this.

[@haroldbubuli8718]

I appreciate your videos John, keep it up!

[@krhazymonkey]

“I stopped living my own life.” You’re learning how to become successful and climb the ladder. Yeah, it blows.

[@thetimesaver1295]

So that's why MrBeast is leading a successful life even after failing in community college...

[@Keys___]

No one has ever inspired me and opened my eyes more than you have. Thank you.

[@joanacachapa]

this spoke to me. thank you for being so inspirational.

[@_uditsingh]

1st sign of a good actor: Using all the space he has.

[@milosal8659]

So next semester, I’m going to strive for a B average!

[@avyayvarakhedi6237]

In Asian

[@neurohackstv5723]

That IMO is a good balance.

[@meganpainter1834]

This video was so well put together. I really enjoy your content!!!

[@haruki956]

I find peace and calmness in your video though its been 2 years now. it the end of my first school year semester. it has been really stressful and difficult with all the deadlines and stuff. but thanks i managed to get some values out of your video, which is really useful for me now.