Why I Chose To Leave - A Magic: The Gathering Memory
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The word change has always been an important part of my life, from when I first read the novel Parable of the Sower in high school and Octavia Butler’s words rung in my mind as though a bell were struck: “All that you touch, you change. All that you change, changes you. The only lasting truth is change. God is change.”
At age 18 I boarded the greyhound bus from smokey hellhole that was my life, born and raised, in Los Angeles and traveled to Northern California to attend community college. I didn’t know what I wanted to do with my life, but I knew that i wanted to do it far from LA. From there I transferred to San Francisco State University, and from there to Graduate School at the University of Arizona, and from there to teach English as a professor at Tsinghua University in Beijing, China where lived, with some transience to Wuhan and Nanjing for a total of 2 years before I had a longing to return home.
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For those asking about what it's like being a college professor, I did a video all about THAT some years back (while I still was one!) You can watch it here: th-cam.com/video/vcQ4KIOqNic/w-d-xo.html
No need I watched it already😎
Yo Doc! Are you in southern Oregon!?!?
Do you want to make great and better things?? You would like suport a Board Game that I made and become a Board Games company? Contact me and lets talk about that idea!
Omg. I thought this was you stepping away from your channel. I was honestly a bit worried. I listenes to this video as I did some Hw and I honestly didnt do shit for Hw. I am glad you found a new spot. Thanks gawd, you are not leaving us all with a shitty mana base. I appreciate you Professor.
Though I think having a Business degree or Masters.
thank you for the update prof. these personal peeks behind the scenes are so valuable.
My 2 favorite MTG TH-cam channels interacting. Nice.
Nice.
Just curious,how is this information "valuable "
Wow I love both of you guys and it’s awesome that you like each other
The headline had me worried, but this ended up being very inspirational. Thank you Professor for sharing your story and experiences. It inspired me, and I know will inspire others.
Same!
I agree... I thought he was leaving completely. I got scared until about halfway through the video
I doubt prof will go anywhere anytime soon. I could picture him being in a wheelchair doing this shit at 80 years old. XD
@@andrewlaverghetta715 yeah I was freaking terrified.
Don't do this to us, proof Prof!
There are forces in our lives out of our control, but that does not mean you have no control. Even when it feels as though the wheel has completely been ripped from your hands, in ways both big and small, you can still work towards steering the direction of your life.
Magic: The Gathering teaches us this. We cannot control what is in our opponent's hand, but we can both prepare for it through knowledge and anticipation. Maybe we can't stop our creatures from getting removed, or our spells countered, but as the game progresses we keep fighting and in the long run, and many games, when we look at the big picture, we see steady improvement. We get better.
I moved because this job is what I want to do, and I won't let forces outside my control take it away from me. I have so much more I want to do, and I hope very much you enjoy some of the new content that i have planned for the future.
To days to come.
Thank you Professor, this was extremely inspiring and heart warming!
I'm very happy for you. Most people don't find a job they love.
I can never understand why people would choose to move to California. Find a largish city reasonable far from natural disasters and set up!
"... We cannot control what is in our opponent's hand..."
Play Dimir!
Big love to you Professor. Keep moving forward!
Seeing the title of the video, I thought you were going to leave magic: the gathering fora minute 😭
Tolarian Textbook? Yes, please!
Gr0und3dFlygon I want
Same
I NEEEEEEDDDD ITTTTT
Definitely read that title as "Why I Chose to Leave Magic"
Same
I thought it was once when he left magic and then came back
I think that was the intent. Bait. I fell for it.
that was on purpose - click bait
Me too lol!! I was near to start crying!
Okay so this is what an English professor's essay looks like.
it lacked a Fellowship
Once a professor at career, always a teacher at heart. Thanks for the valuable words, prof. You are far more than worthy of all support you get from the community.
I'm looking forward to seeing you teach us magic 20 years from now.
Professor, you nearly gave me a heart attack with that title. Keep doing what you do :D
Always and forever.
Oh captain, my captain!
I know right? I think alot of MTG players would lose a father. Teacher. And a brother all in one swoop.
Dodged a bullet imo
@@robertabugelis3962 lol clickbait works wonders. Not why I quit teaching (except MtG)
I was heartbroken until halfway through the video
I found this channel a few months while trying to get up to speed on Magic. Happy to say my daughter and I play regularly and this channel has been a constant source of helpful info.
Welcome to Oregon. Hope to see you in the Portland area!
Thanks for the wonderful words Prof! I have gone through many changes in the last decade and I resonate with your message of change. Best of opportunities on your new move Prof! May it lead you to new and great things in the future, and may you share more of what makes you passionate with us! Its moments like these that makes Tolarian Community College even more special and heart-warming.
Wow, never realized you moved, or that the old office was at the location of your old LGS! Good luck with the new move, and I hope you and your family continue to thrive😁
You are an inspiration, professor! Your efforts are very much appreciated.
This was beautiful. This video was something I really needed to hear. Thank you
yea it made me cry a lot.....
@@IronsightV2 don't be so sensitive
Very inspiring and encouraging. Thanks for everything you provide the community with.
I'm happy that you're happy, professor!! I'm so excited that you found a place that you're happy with, and I can't wait to see the future of you and your channel! Thanks for all you do for the community, Professor :D!!!
Prof you are one of my favorite people ever
basichpfan 1 well he's a bad person so you're fqing stupid
basichpfan 1 your mom
I always enjoy stories like these. Doesn't need to be a specific story really. Just memories of something. A story about something that had happened. They just kind of sit with you for a bit.
Edit: Not in a malicious way of course. I mean in a more "You're not alone, keep on thinking." kind of way.
Welcome to Oregon Professor! I hope it treats you well. Thank you for this video, it's always insightful to hear about others stories. It makes for a good experience and understanding to grow.
Thank you for sharing this. I'm in a tough situation with my job and have a lot of unknowns in the future. Your story lifts me up and fills me with hope. Your videos always brighten my day a little, so thank you.
Geez Prof... them clickbait almost gave me a heart attack.
Tony Serei Me too! My heart stopped and I was like nooooo!!! Oh wait no this is great lol
Same
Love you, Prof. I'm never going to turn off those notifications, because I'm always gonna enjoy these videos. Feel good videos like these warm my heart, and I'm so glad to still be watching all these years later. Never stop doing what you love.
I am very new to magic. Found your channel and love it.
Immigrant, after 9 years of living in LA, with wife and son born and raised in LA, I'd like to consider myself a bit of an Angelino too. I have family in NorCal and in Portland. We recently moved out of LA mostly for the same reason: wouldn't have a great future in such an expensive city.
Your channel is awesome! The dedication you all put into it comes across. Your integrity and intellectual honesty is an example not only to the Magic community but to all mankind.
Be well brother, you and your crew are highly appreciated! Thank you all for sharing your live with all of us!
I'm fairly new to the college but have already learned so much about hobby and a community I love and it's all thanks to you. Congratulations on the move, can't wait to see what's next and thank you so very much for all of it! You may not think you've earned all the gratitude and support but you've certainly earned mine.
Eloquently put professor. I wish you the best of luck in your future endeavours.
Ha, you scared me there for a second.
Just a Normal Cat was looking for this comment while watching
This was exactly what I needed to hear and you said it beautifully! So happy to be able to help.
We love you! :)
this is an extremely comforting video to see. I love your channel and how much of a good person you are. You and your work give me hope for myself, and these words have helped do the same. good luck
You are one of the leaders of this great community of the game we all love. This is more then just about the game, but as you elegantly stated in this video, it's about every day life as well. We are indeed very fortunate to have you with us and I look forward to the new content you and your friends create over the coming years!
Good day professor! Greetings from Mexico!
Hola!
I am really happy that things turned well for you. I myself am going through a rough time so this was very soothing to hear, this kind of positivity. I myself prescribe time, because we all know time heals all of our wounds...
I love your work! 💕 Thanks for being here 😊
Very deep and inspirational. Best wishes to you, not just so I can keep watching your new content!
I love that you're recently sharing what goes into making your videos. It's a business. I think only those that don't make videos or have never seen "behind-the-scenes" videos of other TH-camrs assume that you just take home all of that Patreon money.
I found your channel about 2 months ago. And since then you have reviewed almost all the products I have purchased for my decks and are purchased because of your word and encouragement. From my sleeves to deck boxes thank you for your professionalism and for your entertaining personality
Incredible. I am truly inspired. Please keep up the amazing work. Myself and my loved ones that watch your outstanding videos are rooting for you and your success in all of your endeavors.
"I could probably take all the transcripts and sell them as a textbook"
No Prof, you WILL.
The idea of academic writing for magic is nothing short of fxxxing amazing
I seriously freaked out at the title and the somber opening, and thought you were stopping producing content entirely. I was shocked, as I was immediately saddened by the thought and I normally don't have that kind of reaction to things.
I find most Magic content creators to be insufferable- Save you, and Loading Ready Run. You leaving TH-cam would be like the end of an era, and I even got a friend of mine into Magic by watching one of your videos back in late 2013/2014 (some time around there) while at work. You're stable, level-headed, and I respect your reviews more than most anyone else's on the Internet when it comes to my favorite hobby.
Keep up the good content, and don't scare me like this again lol.
Im so happy to hear this, Prof. I'm happy you made it all the way here and happy that you have much further to go. It's all up to you. You know we will be here. I have only been here for about 2 years, but I know what you've been doing for us this whole time. Speechless in gratitude. Thank you
God Bless You and safe ventures.May we enjoy Tolarian Academy for years to come.
Oh captain, my captain
Carpe diem
wait the prof is in oregon? my home state woooo. great to have you here professor, the magic scene here is great! i hope you like it here.
I love it here. Hope to see you at an FNM!
@@TolarianCommunityCollege idk where in oregon you are now but i live here to thats awesome also will you be at gp portland in December ive never been to any event and this year is the first time ill be able to go i would love to see you and get a pic
Loved this video. Profound. I hope to see many many more of your works for years to come.
While the title gave me pause, this video has been one of the most inspirational videos I have had the pleasure of viewing. Watching these videos had always made me feel like I was back in college and stepping into my professors door for a chat during office hours. The only difference is the conversation is about a game I'm very passionate about. Through your works I have been able to share my passion with others and that is truly the definition of priceless. Thank you professor.
The professor lives in my state? That's crazy! Eugene or Portland? And you've already earned our following and respect through the effort you've put into both your community and the larger mtg community as a whole. Love ya prof
right?!?! im just north in WA
Ditto
It sounds crazy, have you considered with all your reviews on Magic cards and sets, you could design your own TCG? Or looking into learning how sleeves and deck boxes are made? And teaching us your knowledge on those things? How about writing a book on your experiences? A way to make money and learn deals on contracts? I'm talking about expanding your Media!
Would definitely buy tcc sleeves or deck boxes
A good reviewer does not make a good creator. Heck even the famous and arguably most well respected critics of all time, Ebert, was not known for his hand in films. In fact here are a few of his works, Beneath the Valley of the Ultra Vixens and Up!, no not Up, Up! this film involves big boobed Nazis. No neither of those films are ironic deep thought provoking satire of porn, they are straight up B rated soft core porn flicks.
Not to say he could come up with a good card game, just saying it is very dang unlikely.
Always moved by your stories. Thank you for sharing.
Good video, prof. I hope to follow your magic videos for a very long time to come.
Brilliant video. Very timely for me as I divorce, start dating, learn to drive and prepare to go to university next year.
You got this, Gem. I believe in you.
Good luck. Stay strong
Goodluck! You are the joestar of your own bizzare adventure!!!
Gem Of Magic May the wind be at your back and the stars in your eyes. You will survive and succeed.
I felt like I had a conversation with my father, in every sentence there was a true that made you think about for a long time
Such a fine example of fear of change, of the unknown, beaten. And I bet not once but many times both in the past and in the present. I don't personally know the professor but when I started playing magic a few years ago his channel was probably the first one I suscribbed to and is now the only one I really follow. It was not the dexterity of his words or the fashionable mane he sports but the fact that I saw true love and passion for the game and that it meant more than just collecting and battling what has pulled me here and made me stay. I feel there is more than meets the eye about you my esteemed professor but I thank you for putting yourself out there for us, for the players and thank you for giving to us what is best of you through your channel. God speed!
Thanks for these words prof. Thank you! Good luck in your new home!
Where are you going to be playing in Oregon?! I have a little group in WA that would love to come play along side the Professor at your new LGS!
WHO THE HELL IS CUTTIN ONIONS!? JEEZ PEOPLE
I simply love listening to how words are coming out from your mouth. 😍 You are a true prof! I am so encouraged by what you say. 😭
That quote at the beginning was amazing. Thank you for sharing that.
Great video Prof. How are you finding Oregon?
Love it!
You are by far one of the greatest people in the MTG community i've ever had the pleasure of actually meeting. These personal stories are amazing to hear and we as a community are very lucky that you share them with us.
Thank you, Prof, I’ve been watching your channel ever since I started playing magic and love you and your videos. I’ve been struggling with change and decisions lately and the advice and quotes you gave are exactly what I needed. I love that I can come to one of my favorite TH-cam channels ever and find more than just magic, but videos that show the true person you are and help us live. This video just gave me the advice I needed to make my decisions I need to and I thank you for that. You not only taught me how to play control better😂, but you’ve taught me how to live life better and I thank you for that.
What a wonderful piece of insightful knowledge, I always enjoy hearing about your personal experiences. Because just as you say "Everything you touch changes you", so has clicking on this video has changed my outlook on the future!
Hey Prof! Congrats on moving to Oregon. My dad lives in Medford and I have other family in Gold Beach. Just curious where about you settled in Oregon? Also what is your new LGS in the area? I am going to be coming out to Oregon next month and want to bring a few decks along to get in some FNM.
He’s probably in the Portland area
bummer
For a moment I thought you were leaving MTG
Yes in fact I thought there was gonna be an attack on content creators that are considered unsavory.
Guilherme Costa same
Yeah I was worried that he was leaving TH-cam as well. So glad to find the topic of the video very different.
Great video Prof. I really needed to hear those words at the end. I'm glad you have quality of life improvement and is looking forward for the future. You truly are a cornerstone of this community and someone to be inspired from.
I just want to say thank you for everything you do. I've watched your videos for a number of years and I can honestly say it's your passion that got me playing magic. Thank you
This is my favorite video of yours, Professor. But the title is misleading & confusing.
I think it was intentional to generate more viewers.. =)
Click bait lol
The professor in 'Escape from L.A'.
Very good video. Happy for you Professor and glad you're such a big part of the Magic community!
You are an amazing content creator, and your videos have always been amazing to watch! You have helped with more than just rules and deck building. And more than just unbiased product analysis. You teach us about embracing your love and passion for not just this game, but the community that it creates.
Like many others this title had me very very worried, but you brought a very needed message. Just like you looking up at the sky, I am looking across the production floor at jobs I hate working on, in a place I know I stand no chance of advancing. While I dare not dream to have the amazing switch that you did, this was a much needed push to realizing that I need to grab my life and get moving to something better. Thank you from my whole heart.
Please, don't make excuses for where your Patreon money is going towards. Sure, it will go towards props, boxes, cards, sleeves, etc. But it will also go towards your own personal living expenses. Very few people complain that a meal at a restaurant costs four to five times what the individual ingredients do, because the people making and serving it need the money to eat, to pay for rent, to go to the cinema, to buy Magic cards, to LIVE.
Creating content such as you do is no different. If you can make enough money, not just for the content itself, but for your rent, your meals, your family, and even a brand new car, then do it.
Holy crap I got scared by the title. After you started talking about money problems I thought you were going to talk about leaving youtube.
thats contradictory, youtube is probably a large source of his income
@@wizardsmix7961 Well, I assumed he would start working as an English teacher again.
@@eemeli224 Yeah, that makes a lot less money than youtube + patreon. So saying he might have to quite youtube and teach english because of money problems is contradictory to the point.
WOW. This was absolutely beautiful and heartfelt. ❤️❤️❤️
Such an important message! Thank you so much!
Hey Tolarian I am hoping you and Boogie2988 do another collaboration by battling each other in magic or hearthstone that would be awesome to see.
in b4 video actually existed
wat
This warmed my heart. I’m so excited to be along side this journey.
Thank you, Professor. I found your words to be deeply moving, and exactly what I needed to hear today. Your channel has helped my brother and I come together and learn about Magic the Gathering. Your videos are always wonderfully researched and help me to understand strategies about the game, to play carefully, and enjoy myself more. I wasn't expecting an inspirational story, but as a small business owner who sometimes gets bogged down in my part time work, I welcome the push. I find it hard to get going sometimes, but it's messages like yours that remind me why I started in the first place: exploring unfamiliar territory, diving into the unknown, shedding the comforts of a sure thing, and learning all the while. You hit all the important points. I will continue to support your videos and your company. You do great work.
Haven’t watched yet but worried
Nathaniel Alsbrooks read description. Nothing bad
Spoiler Alert....he moved...
I'm so glad you made this video!! Best of luck to you professor 😊
I have only recently found your channel, but have thoroughly enjoyed every bit of content I have seen from you. I'm glad you have found a way to continue your amazing work without running yourself into the ground. Thank you for what you do
this video touched my heart deeper than I thought it would, seeing the parallels of struggles and change in your life, and how you chose to make those changes for the better is deeply inspiring. Thanks for all the videos and I hope to see a lot more professor, keep exploring and scrying everyday :)
ThX for not leaving making videos! They have been very, very helpful in my recently started adventure with magic!
Prof, just wanted to say that your words are amazing and inspiring. Thank you for being who you are and wanting to share your drive with all of us. I will carry these words with me for the rest of my days and, thanks to you, will shape my change to create the life I strive for.
I’m so glad things are working out for you prof!
Dude that's awesome! Welcome to Oregon. We are glad to have you!
Prof. thanks for those words and thanks to my brother from another mother for sharing this inspiring message.
I've watched a few of your videos here and there, but this was the first that captured me from start to finish; maybe it's because it wasn't just covering a specific topic regarding Magic, but an important principle such as change. I'm glad you went through what you did and that you're still creating content today. Keep it up.
Congrats on the move and new adventure in Oregon! Best wishes.
Dude, you’re like the most honest guy in TH-cam, like you literally tell people what happens behind the scenes of your channel. I respect that, bro.
Beautiful story and message. Thank you.
Thank you for all that you do! I'm a new subscriber but I'm so glad I found your channel. Magic the Gathering holds a special place in my heart & so do all the people who love it as much as I do. & I've learned so much just from watching your videos. I hope to continue watching you for a long time! 😀
As one of the new additions (who only found your channel 2 weeks ago), it's nice to hear that you are doing well and that you enjoy what you do. I look forward to learning more from you in the future.
As always, another great video. As a huge fan of your work, It’s reliving to hear that you did what was best for you and your family. I may not have been with you since the beginning, but I am with you until the end! Thanks for everything!
Uplifting video. Love the Hawthorne quote and positive words. Good, sound teaching
Wow, I'm almost in tears! Thanks for sharing!
Really happy for you, professor! Keep up the good work!
you are loved Prof! keep on going, cos for as long as you give us great and useful content we will be here enojoying and supporting you!
Thank you Professor. This was incredibly inspirational. You are a wonderful person
Very inspiring words Prof. I absolutely love your content and while times are hard for me right now, you can get as soon as I get back on my feet im going to support your patreon for sure.
I'm very happy for you Professor! I hope you enjoy your new place. You're videos have been extremely helpful in learning to play and especially buying the right boxes, cases, and sleeves. You inspired me to become a Patreon supporter today!
This was great. Thank you for sharing. This is something that is very close to my heart.