The Truth About Video Games

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    I still play a decent amount of games to this day. And it's actually because there are a couple of benefits of playing videos games that one can use strategically to get ahead in life. Gaming is a great source of entertainment with very little side effects, which makes it an extremely useful reward to have in your arsenal.
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ความคิดเห็น • 765

  • @hattheduck2359
    @hattheduck2359 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1017

    “I got a laptop”
    *proceed to draw desktop*

    • @vincipinci1
      @vincipinci1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      FYI he said league of legends

    • @gabe_ed
      @gabe_ed 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@HikariVariety yeah, every game in league of legends waste about an hour of your life (sometimes less, sometimes more)

    • @gabe_ed
      @gabe_ed 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@HikariVariety in the current season maybe? I recall being stuck at least 45 minutes minimum in every game

    • @gabe_ed
      @gabe_ed 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@HikariVariety and if you count time login in, in queue, waiting for your internet friends, well...

    • @B.CREAT1
      @B.CREAT1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Once i got a pc again, my real life dissapeared

  • @Je.rone_
    @Je.rone_ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +360

    *3:05** you have to reward yourself, but also achieving what you set out to achieve is an award in itself*

    • @shushantlakra987
      @shushantlakra987 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      but not as compelling as playing games lol

  • @duchi882
    @duchi882 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1527

    *The Truth about Video Games:*
    1. They are awesome

    • @technic1285
      @technic1285 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Ah, a gamer!

    • @SagarBisht
      @SagarBisht 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      And addictive

    • @kaua7561
      @kaua7561 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Gamers, rise up!

    • @NigiVlogs
      @NigiVlogs 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Crack is also awesome.

    • @gabe_ed
      @gabe_ed 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Cocaine is awesome too

  • @umcaraqualquer3640
    @umcaraqualquer3640 4 ปีที่แล้ว +291

    Expectation: Videogames are bad, violent, addictive, etc, etc.
    Reality: Games are AWESOME, but you gotta keep an eye out for them not to consume more time of your life than they should. It's better if you play them after you finish your tasks. You'll enjoy them more, and it will feel as a reward, encouraging you even further to finish your tasks, while also garanteeing you'll not consume needed time.
    You, my dude, got a well deserved like.

    • @DickTator6969
      @DickTator6969 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      it's also true for any other hobby you might have

    • @iannis0229
      @iannis0229 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Wow somewon thats actualy saying the truth

    • @flix1179
      @flix1179 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      "It's better if you play them after you finish your tasks." bro, fucking yes, lol

  • @BasedAhmed
    @BasedAhmed 4 ปีที่แล้ว +362

    3:50
    "and that game? Raid Shadow Legends. It's an awesome free-"

    • @maracachucho8701
      @maracachucho8701 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Underrated post

    • @JaviGiralte
      @JaviGiralte 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jona1119 me too. Did you find out what game is he talking about?

    • @Weusten1
      @Weusten1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah i play raid all day long, dont have a live, just playing this addictive game xD

  • @SirajusSalekinTanzim
    @SirajusSalekinTanzim 4 ปีที่แล้ว +210

    I was legit in a que for a match in League of Legends right now and was watching this video. I thought I'd play a few match and then get my work done but after seeing this video I actually just stopped the que and am going to get MY WORK done first and then play the game! Thank you so much improvement pill! ❤

    • @JW0121
      @JW0121 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      U fucking legend!

    • @RobertHerdt
      @RobertHerdt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      That's the way to go haha! :D

    • @keemadoo247
      @keemadoo247 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Ayeee ! Lets get it man ! 🙏🏽

    • @Lucid_high09
      @Lucid_high09 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Based action

  • @louiemac9455
    @louiemac9455 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Sitting on your gaming setup and playing your favorite game right after finishing your job, chores, and other responsibilities in a day is like buying a delicious ice cream after a hot travel.

  • @stackers165
    @stackers165 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1140

    Alternate title: Improvement Pill justifies his addiction for 6 minutes

    • @stilliving
      @stilliving 4 ปีที่แล้ว +79

      I thought so too but as the video kept going and I heard that his reward is only an hour and only after completing his task I reconsidered

    • @ryanbundrick9443
      @ryanbundrick9443 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      I’ll assume that this is joking because if it is then it’s pretty funny. Lol

    • @ryanbundrick9443
      @ryanbundrick9443 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I’m talking about your comment btw, not the video

    • @abdelhafidchanane7131
      @abdelhafidchanane7131 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      😂😂😂😂

    • @小笼包-m3o
      @小笼包-m3o 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I actually think you are right, But it seems to be working for him,
      It definitely doesn't work for everyone,
      ( I play after games after being productive, but being productive itself becomes way harder)
      also forget about playing for just an hour. )
      I can't imagine how I would be able to stop myself from playing when the new Spiderman comes out, or Rachet and Clank.

  • @cameronmitchell8180
    @cameronmitchell8180 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Video games took over my life growing up as a kid. Didn’t buy the new consoles (Xbox one and ps4) and started improving myself. Life is infinitely better

  • @treemane0
    @treemane0 4 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    My parents are like," I'd rather see you play games than do drugs"
    Hits hard every time

    • @alfredconqueror4422
      @alfredconqueror4422 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      At some point they become a drug

    • @treemane0
      @treemane0 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@alfredconqueror4422 not if you know how to mange your time effectively and don't get many games lol

    • @Platinumquotes-rb4wd
      @Platinumquotes-rb4wd 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      How do you stop them from becoming a drug?

  • @naw3213
    @naw3213 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Everything is addictive. There are countless studies showing that the main source of addiction comes from the environment and situation of a person.
    Video Games can't truly compare to chemically addictive drugs, but they're still addictive to people in certain situations.
    I appreciate your message about balancing recreation with improvement. It's a message I feel everyone can benefit from.

    • @archigeek7614
      @archigeek7614 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Finally, someone with reasoning, I’m tired of self help gurus idiotically comparing video games to drugs or alcohol, even with the whole dopamine reward system is still idiotic to say they are the same for obvious reasons.
      That isn’t to say they are not addictive (I know 😂) but the what’s important is to have balance, do other things, and more than having “goals” just be confident and happy

  • @ppandolff9038
    @ppandolff9038 4 ปีที่แล้ว +554

    I honestly thought this video was going to be about how bad gaming actually is...
    I am pleasantly surprised

    • @GameOver-ou1ge
      @GameOver-ou1ge 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Good thing this guy is open minded

    • @ppandolff9038
      @ppandolff9038 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @mkvd 3456 true true

    • @slandergames9494
      @slandergames9494 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @mkvd 3456 right. Which takes a tremendous amount of self control if you're already a "gamer" and already plunged into that rabbit hole.

    • @sterkar99
      @sterkar99 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It can be bad but it's not necessary. Although usually it is

    • @ATree101
      @ATree101 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      420 likes. Nice

  • @AXIOM6
    @AXIOM6 4 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    Sir, this is the best advice I have heard this year so far. Now that I think of it I did get a lot more done while I was still playing videogames...

    • @EAWingZeroGundam
      @EAWingZeroGundam 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Gotta relieve stress somehow. Escape reality for a moment.

  • @aintisaword
    @aintisaword 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I went a full year cutting out almost all video games. I focused on other things which was good, but I realized that I saw an overall decrease in my quality of life. I was less happy on a daily basis when I couldn't enjoy the thing I loved the most. It's all about moderation. Great advice.

    • @phaus5815
      @phaus5815 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      yes, of course, an alcoholic would say the same thing

    • @aintisaword
      @aintisaword 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@phaus5815 😂

  • @Kurimon2010
    @Kurimon2010 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    i think that single player story games are kinda like watching movies with interaction. So if you can watch movies for hours you could also play instead a game which can also be kind of challenging. But playing competitive matches online or MMOs will always lead you to play more and more to become better and stronger, leading to an addictive habit. For me the point, where playing was more stressful than fun, I slowly turned to single player and I didnt regret it. Therefore games can be good, if they are meant and designed to entertain and to have fun.

  • @abnoxoldchannel1248
    @abnoxoldchannel1248 4 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    facts: reaction time , hand eye coordination , startegical thinking , problem solving . i learnt these things from gaming

    • @robertwynn5264
      @robertwynn5264 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I genuinely believe that gaming (certain types of games only. NOT the ones that require 0 thought) raises your IQ. Probably doubles it if you grew up gaming.

    • @abnoxoldchannel1248
      @abnoxoldchannel1248 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@robertwynn5264 im sure they do

    • @guymontag4470
      @guymontag4470 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      a. b. n 0X {potential sarcasm detected} /inspect:(unclear)

    • @abnoxoldchannel1248
      @abnoxoldchannel1248 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@guymontag4470 wtf?

    • @Shubham-hk6yf
      @Shubham-hk6yf 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      English too

  • @christineoneill27
    @christineoneill27 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Video gaming is pretty much like anything else. It's all about balance. Gaming is a huge part of my life but it does not hinder my work, my social life or my other interests. Video gaming can be a truly positive thing as long as you don't let it become your whole life. Other than that, game away, my friends :)

  • @nikhilkesanapalli6353
    @nikhilkesanapalli6353 4 ปีที่แล้ว +170

    Im still waiting for cyberpunk even though i should get rid of the habbit.

    • @789irvin
      @789irvin 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Watch improvement pill, learn new habits, improve your life, ditch cyber punk and instead get cyber truck.

    • @vetonrecica5558
      @vetonrecica5558 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I only play like 30 min,2 times a week.Get a game that gets you more bang for your buck.

    • @nikhilkesanapalli6353
      @nikhilkesanapalli6353 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      thanks y'all. Moderation is the key i guess

    • @vnani5812
      @vnani5812 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      DOOM

    • @real6562
      @real6562 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@789irvin shut up...even the creator of cybertruck will play cyberpunk...(grimes is an NPC)

  • @abnoxoldchannel1248
    @abnoxoldchannel1248 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    i cant explain how it feels when someone understands gaming as a hobby and not something immature

    • @urosmitrovic5973
      @urosmitrovic5973 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      um yeah i play games as hobby🤓

  • @kalimuddin2911
    @kalimuddin2911 4 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    I want pill to hold a bottle of pills and say 'eat this' with all might's face XD

    • @kalimuddin2911
      @kalimuddin2911 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Improvement Pill man you are the all might of my life, thank you so much for replying i've built so many benefitial habits because of you , love from india!

  • @kygongon6495
    @kygongon6495 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thanks bro you just changed my thinking related to goals ..we humans tend to think that by being totally commited to goals without getting distracted will help us achieve them. However in the long run it won't cuz eventually you will burn out hence that is why the reward thing help us you continue to stay motivated towards your goals and also help your mind stay cool and calm!

  • @isoldmysoulnowwheresmytale6945
    @isoldmysoulnowwheresmytale6945 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Perfect balance is the key personally I’ve always been on either sides of the spectrum either gaming too much and not leaving enough time for productivity or being extremely productive and slowly burning out. This videos helped me out so much thanks.

  • @sauviel6296
    @sauviel6296 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is so helpful! You just built up my confident to finish homeworks before gaming, im pretty glad i discover this channel.

  • @noahrubio2939
    @noahrubio2939 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Even after all the stuff that keeps life busy, I couldn't quit gaming. If its apart of your childhood its apart of you.

  • @lgacv7836
    @lgacv7836 4 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    "...video games"
    *Raid:Shadow Legends has entered the chat*

  • @ILoveSaintBernards
    @ILoveSaintBernards 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The one biggest thing video games taught me is to be a problem solver.
    At the same time, it's a matter of going out into the real-world and adopting the wisdom to apply those problem-solving skills.

  • @subarulovesyoutoo4388
    @subarulovesyoutoo4388 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    When building a habit (just like you said) it's very important to reward yourself with something after you did something good. Me for example tried to save up ALL of the money I can every single month, about 95% because I still live with my parents so I can afford to save this much, but I lost all motivation to work and started slowly burning out. Now I save only 60% and spend the rest of it on things I want, this way I don't lose motivation, intead it motivates me to make more and at the same time it motivates me to save more.

  • @tetgusen15
    @tetgusen15 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    the truth about gaming. it got me out of trouble and I still thank it for this day, just finding a game that doesn't take too much of your time is always the best games because your skills translates

  • @silveriusstorm6318
    @silveriusstorm6318 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is the best motivation channel I've ever took advices from.
    It's so relatable personally, yet so objective and fitting for everyone - at the same time.
    It's amazing.
    Never stop.

  • @mar_caum7565
    @mar_caum7565 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm brazilian, and I've learned english only because of videogames. Today I am 16 years old and have a lot of others hobbies, but back in the day games helped me alot, and I still have my old friendships that I made while playing

  • @mokosensein
    @mokosensein 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice video. A lot of people who work hard tend to forget the reward part which can lead to damage in the long term.

  • @nyanlinsett4402
    @nyanlinsett4402 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I haven't gamed in like 3-ish months because I wanted to stop wasting time on games, and focus more on self-improvement. But I haven't been able to make my habits stick. After watching this video, I'm going to design a system which will allow me to play games and enjoy them while using them as motivation to get my hard work done and habits stick.

    • @LyricPluto
      @LyricPluto 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hows that going for u so far?

  • @robert.mcdonald
    @robert.mcdonald 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Nice video but I wouldn't say video games are harmless. They can be addictive and mess with your mental reward system and dopamine levels.

    • @loloblob
      @loloblob 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      exactly

    • @XCSme
      @XCSme 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      But they can also be a positive thing, you can develop many skills and qualities through gaming (social skills, planning skills, learn history, survival skills, etc.), all in a very safe environment. You do have to play the right games for the right amount of time though.

    • @robert.mcdonald
      @robert.mcdonald 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@XCSme Yes, that is true. I have heard that for elderly people who play video games, it improves their memory, gives them more excitement and something to do easily while they struggle to move around due to age.
      But what I said before still applies. It has recently been classified as addictive since the fortnite craze. If you look it up, I'm sure you will find stories that proves this, like the girl that peed herself because she didn't want to stop playing fortnite to go to the bathroom.
      You hear people all the time saying that not only is social media bad for you since it's become a competition of who's life is better which downs your morale but also because it's addictive. When you get likes, thumbs up or hearts, it fires dopamine in your brain which gives you a pleasant feeling and makes it addictive. Video games are a lot similar.
      I guess it's all about discipline over how much you use it.

    • @flamingpassion9160
      @flamingpassion9160 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Exactly @Robert

    • @subswithnovideos-oz4zo
      @subswithnovideos-oz4zo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He said when it comes to your physical health. He said as far as harms go they can take up too much time, which kind of implies addiction.

  • @bRIAN_69420
    @bRIAN_69420 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Online games are a blessing, I use it to keep in contact with relatives overseas and it helps us bond. Video games are truly amazing 💕

    • @wolfodonnell7890
      @wolfodonnell7890 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Actually, it's discord that's a blessing.

  • @aweirdoandaphone4135
    @aweirdoandaphone4135 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Well time to sit back, relax, and watch improvement pill

  • @shagyy7449
    @shagyy7449 4 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    I was League of legends addict, now I didnt play it since June. One of the best decisions, I have more time, more self esteem, more productive and most importantly, not having social anxiety. You should just find another obsession that you would do rather than playing games. For me that was song writting!

    • @drunkpanda_1
      @drunkpanda_1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      bro same...song writing too lmao

    • @buranko9623
      @buranko9623 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I love league tho

    • @federicoestebanpeters6954
      @federicoestebanpeters6954 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do you still play videogames?

    • @shagyy7449
      @shagyy7449 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@federicoestebanpeters6954 bro believe me since the comment i havent played a video games. I only play among us with friends xd, and that's all. It's hard first few weeks, and I am really nostalgic about league, but I won't go back to that shithole :) have a nice day

    • @flamingpassion9160
      @flamingpassion9160 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Right. Video game dopamine craving addicting effects is no joke. I don't like how Improvement Pill said it's harmless. Like he could of said" it's studied that it generally harmful and increase obesity rate of some people and make people unproductive but this works for him and everyone different."

  • @escritoradesorientada8731
    @escritoradesorientada8731 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I was playing so much and doing nothing more, now I study 5 to 6 hours and play like reward,it makes easier for me to study and feel motivated and fine

  • @KenKaneki-xh7by
    @KenKaneki-xh7by 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I needed this video soo much as an Anime/Manga lover and casual gamer that's finishing up my schooling program. Thank you for making this video fam.

  • @saladdressing3464
    @saladdressing3464 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you improvement pill sometimes I just need to relax and take things more simply. If I get my things done then I can do whatever I want with my spare time.

  • @void3793
    @void3793 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I've actually gotten a better hold on my life. Gaming is my reward and I actually feel like I deserve it for once. For a while I saw gaming as my enemy but I just needed to understand that I needed to use gaming the correct way.

  • @xamectales2
    @xamectales2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Ahh, the joys of playing games :D

  • @BorobobJW
    @BorobobJW 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    0:44 that Mob Psycho poster made me like you even more than before.

  • @Shottobadi
    @Shottobadi ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i soo needed this . i was a video game addict , and i basically quit gaming , so like almost every once in a month id have a 3 days burn out streak . it actually got quite bad . i guess ill have to implement this

  • @TheREALHugo4
    @TheREALHugo4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    For me, i wasn't into online multiplayer because i wasn't interested in that kind of thing (if i want to play multiplayer, i do it (IRL) outside, like sports, chessmate, etc...).
    It was far worse, every time i felt bored playing something, i would pay on the ps store for playing new games, again and again and again. That was one of the many reasons why i felt so addicted for 20 years now (2002). Sense of competition, completion to 100% in-game, getting more and more trophies, some frustrating moments and also an un-ending feeling of getting rid of that addiction. I was in other words, a victim of FOMO (Fear of Missing Out).
    I was a big gamer back in the past but now i'm no more addicted to video games (since i took some resolutions last year AND for this year).
    IRL stuff is endless and i'm glad i knew it earlier than i would have.

  • @XilaHouseRecords
    @XilaHouseRecords 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Playing game isnt a problem. Its what your love for the game make you do.! Being adult is do what u gotta do even if you dont want to

  • @chenn2604
    @chenn2604 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    my mom keeps on telling me too not play video games as much as i do now, (4 - 5 hours,) and i agree on that, it's that i can't stop. i play too much. watching your video made me realize that i need to prioritize myself, and then accomplish what i really love, video games. thanks for making this video, this was really helpful, and i will most definitely try to prioritize myself.

  • @shirokaminokageyami
    @shirokaminokageyami 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Gaming, watching movies, and anime . . . you're spying on me aren't you?

  • @anchyi1202
    @anchyi1202 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Me: *procrastinates studying by playing Overwatch*
    ImprovementPill: I think you'll need this
    But you know, I am really thinking what's the point in studying. I have only one exam left then two more projects which, frankly, might be the easiest part. Somehow I lost myself. I wanted to do so much and have no idea who I am anymore. I started using Duolingo and studying French only to cry myself to sleep knowing what I could've been if I studied earlier. Not to mention, looking at guitar videos? My brother got a guitar 10 years ago and hasn't touched it and I only now got that passion for studying it. I'm 22 and I feel like my life is ending if I finish college and get a job (another job, I already have one and I hate it but that's a different story)

    • @KF22TV
      @KF22TV 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Anchy damn boi

    • @BEPPEJHA
      @BEPPEJHA 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Im 24, bachelore degree for a year ago, stuck since then and i still dont know what to do

    • @Gtcarroll96
      @Gtcarroll96 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      You’re not alone! I feel the same way too... remember that you are still very young and you can change your path if you want. In fact it is never too late to try to make a change. Like the video says it is about intentional life changes and building habits that help you reach those goals

    • @ghostbladevanguard514
      @ghostbladevanguard514 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dude im 25 basicly homeless sleeping on someones floor sometimes with alot of mental problems half of the time without food or anything feel blessed you stil get the chance

    • @rafaelsantiagosupportkingi9265
      @rafaelsantiagosupportkingi9265 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ghostbladevanguard514 i know it sound dump but...stay strong
      Try to focuse on solutions. Not problems

  • @Arnav20475
    @Arnav20475 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Recently I thought of quitting games but now since I feel much motivated knowing that i can game, it improves my efficiency and is better than binge watching a movie

  • @SagarBisht
    @SagarBisht 4 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    0:36 One punch man and Mob Psyco 100.. So tell me is it you or your animators.. Because I never imagined you as a anime fan.

    • @josesixx8197
      @josesixx8197 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Anybody who knows this much about how to help losers must too be a loser himself ;)

    • @kshitizgaur9181
      @kshitizgaur9181 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@josesixx8197 Yeah, he is a loser with almost 2 million subs.

    • @technic1285
      @technic1285 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@josesixx8197 It really does take one to know one.

    • @SagarBisht
      @SagarBisht 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@ImprovementPill Now. I feel more connected than ever before.. You really are an inspiration..

    • @danielportela1308
      @danielportela1308 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Improvement Pill A man of culture of we'll I see

  • @URSyNaToR
    @URSyNaToR 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    IF YOU ALSO PLAY TOO MUCH...
    if you regularly watch improvement pill but still sometimes play too much or before you get your work done, you might also have issues enjoying it when you play in exess - reminding yourself that you can only truly enjoy the games when you've earned it might be a great motivator to stick to your decisions :)

  • @bluegreenink
    @bluegreenink 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I agree so much with this video! Back in sophomore year, where I was first taking difficult AP classes, I’d tell myself that I could play an hour of Overwatch after I finish all of my homework. And it was my primary motivation for finishing my work throughout high school (except for junior year, where I set the same reward but not enough time for it at the end of the day)

  • @Izikmakesart
    @Izikmakesart 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow...I actually knew this, the right way to go about gaming cuz it takes a lot of my time but I didn't want to give it up cuz it's something I really love to do and this video just reassured me thanks a lot dude.

  • @MrOverLimits
    @MrOverLimits 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    i had a super nintendo when i was 5 years old grew up loving video games now i’m 28 and i don’t feel the love anymore is this normal? i stopped playing and then tried on different occasions but the love is gone and it hurts but i moving on from video games. thank you for everything you taught me.

    • @n00dl3
      @n00dl3 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      You did the same thing now and expected the same emotional response as you had decades ago. You're chasing the dragon. Find something new to stimulate yourself.

    • @nunyabaznus7851
      @nunyabaznus7851 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      everything in moderation. thats the key to life.

    • @Vik1919
      @Vik1919 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@n00dl3 My love for video games will never die no matter what anyone says/thinks because it was always true since the start and still is and always will be.

  • @exchangeofwisdom8475
    @exchangeofwisdom8475 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm just glad to know i'm not the only one who used to stay up until around 2am-4am in the just playing video games when I was in my younger school days. I highly regret them🤦‍♂️

  • @momenmawad2096
    @momenmawad2096 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dude...
    Thank you for this awesome video.
    I realized that we had a lot in common. I am too addicted to gaming, and some games taught me how to be patient and work hard to get a reward (RPG games such as Final Fantasy). I started playing league of legends too since 2012 when I was in college, but now you're saying that you started playing the game while you were in HIGHSCHOOL !! dafuq how old are you??? xD
    Now, I am also following your reading list. I finished reading the books "How to win friends and influence people" and "Rich dad poor dad". I joined Audible because of you and listened to the book "Models", a fantastic book indeed man. It explains a lot of nowadays dating problems. Right now I am using Audible to read the book "What Every BODY Is Saying". I am excited about it. Next, I shall read "The power of habits".
    Lastly, the other thing that in common between us is that I also follow Dan Lok. I listened to your webinar with him couple months ago. He is a brilliant businessman.
    Thanks man for your content.
    By the way, what's the game that you're obsessed with right now? You can tell me in a private message if you don't want to advertise it :D

  • @chroniskalantzis9136
    @chroniskalantzis9136 4 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    Improvement pill basically was like hashinsshin?

  • @SparkTFS
    @SparkTFS 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This channel is a blessing. Thank you so much!

  • @GurjinderSingh12390
    @GurjinderSingh12390 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have brain issues due to gaming , concentrating in game and getting into it for straight 6-8 hrs . Dry eyes, epilepsy and being anti social is the reward in real life for just gaming.

  • @ItzDangani
    @ItzDangani 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Video games not only reward me, but they REALLY inspire me. I love getting invested into games because there’s so much creativity behind it all. Also, I make videos about them haha

  • @kouham420
    @kouham420 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm less interested in gaming since I haven't got a job to buy games. I live in a mid class family and sometimes I spend my allowance on steam games. But it just comes to a point that I feel bad about myself because I'm wasting my parents money over my desires. Now currently I'm searching jobs because to better yourself in life is to challenge yourself in. I'm struggling to find jobs but I believe that I'll get it.

    • @boswaki4
      @boswaki4 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same
      We Will find a job someday
      Its never to late

  • @doflamingo2309
    @doflamingo2309 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This video has taught me that my goal of reaching rank 1 on league of legends is only a few habits away.

  • @loneenvoyyale5259
    @loneenvoyyale5259 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Improvement pill: *mentions league*
    Me: Ah, I see you're a man of culture aswell.
    Legit the only game besides world of tanks I can play since I don't earn money lol.

  • @AkshajTechTips
    @AkshajTechTips 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Today I read the "craving brain" section in the book "The Power of habit" and the topic that improvement Phill covered in this video was exacltly what the message that the craving brain section gave me!! 😄😄

  • @ishantripathi9707
    @ishantripathi9707 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    1:55 "It can easily take up lots of your time. That's about it." Is this a joke?
    "Time is not money, it is life." - Sadhguru. Please respect your time.

  • @Scorpwind
    @Scorpwind 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Gaming has been a part of my life for a while now. I used to game for 6+ hours when I was still in elementary school, basically all day. But I've toned it down significantly in the past few years. It's that big of a part of my life that I'm actually considering pursueing something in the videogame indusry. Nowadays I game a little less and always in the evenings when I'm done with my workout and all my other tasks. Thank you for all the work you do Richard, you've helped me a lot ever since I discovered your channel.
    I have a question in case you stumble upon this comment. You said in one of your videos in the past that you don't recommend trying to build more than 1 habit at a time. I wanna build a habit of meditation and working out at the same time. I believe I can achieve it and not get overwhelmed in the process. I would like to hear your thoughts on this.

  • @maheshk1465
    @maheshk1465 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is very helpful. I have a misunderstanding that you can only accomplish things when you get rid of all the distractions. I actually love gaming and i am worried that I need to get rid of this in order to do something great in life. But this video change my perspective about that . Thank you improvement pill♥️

  • @aleksandarn93
    @aleksandarn93 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is true... I was a participant of the Habit Builders Challenge in November, and chose playing a video game as a reward for sticking to the habit... After two months I'm still sticking to it because I have an urge to play the game, but I can play it only after doing the routine of my habit, so try it 😊

  • @LucaCorinaldesi
    @LucaCorinaldesi 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    IP could you do a video about social media? Would love to see it! Keep up the good work!

  • @alfredconqueror4422
    @alfredconqueror4422 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I graduated in July in marketing and today I still haven't got a job, get ripped or a new girlfriend . All I've been doing is playing in my laptop games like WT or WoWs, an eternal grind, I don't even enjoy it but every day I play and play, I had nights in which the sun rises and I'm still playing. It sounds simple to quit or just play less but I honestly can't control it, in my case it's an addiction just like alcohol. I've known people inside the game with 10 times the amount of time that I've spent and I personally hate the person that I have become, it has the potential of ending my future if I don't do something

    • @jimbach3159
      @jimbach3159 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just stop playing them if you this far in the hole. You need to replace it with somethimg else tho or you may relapse.

  • @pavan1000
    @pavan1000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Videogames are cool but they have negative effects like addiction , violent games effect our behaviour,etc

    • @ChristianDall-p2j
      @ChristianDall-p2j 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I dont Think violet games affedt our behavior, but i could be wrong! Let me check (here on TH-cam, that is).

  • @chillager.c6751
    @chillager.c6751 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Something you also have to add to this great information is that we also must focus on the task at hand so we can fully accomplish it. Then the reward will be an even greater feeling.

  • @ahappyperson1573
    @ahappyperson1573 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excuse me, I know that setting games as a reward is very important. However, it’s truly hard to train myself to focus on my work when I always think about my reward after wrapping up tasks. Could you give me some advices, thanks in advance

  • @AQCorner
    @AQCorner 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, nice to hear someone actually going to bat for gaming instead of people blaming it for a laundry list of unrelated things

  • @asmityadav.09
    @asmityadav.09 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It's better to play video games rather than getting social with fake people.

  • @elthrm6685
    @elthrm6685 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Partially correct. To me, only games except the cRPG genre can be treated as relaxing. I buy or play those games not considering them as a simple self-reward.

  • @saidhero9329
    @saidhero9329 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your story with game is exactly what happened to me when I was trying to build a new habits into my life

  • @ashlynwanderer
    @ashlynwanderer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    another quality, helpful, and inspirational video! thank you so much for existing.
    also: I think the type of video game played matters too. Video games that include mindfulness, education, logic, or anything that exercises your brain/reflexes/mindfulness are probably healthier ones that don't. I've played through a platformer that required lots of problem-solving and reflexes, and on top of that was really relaxing due to the graphics and music, and it's definitely got a different effect on me than a less-quality, 2-lines-of-code kind of game.

  • @marwan.ux1
    @marwan.ux1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That's honestly a great way of thinking of it!!! thanks for the help!

  • @unwithering5313
    @unwithering5313 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I guess video games could be used as a motivational reward to enjoy after getting stuff done as long as it isn't done excessively
    also the GameBoy is the best portable console ever
    I'm glad self-improvement doesn't mean NO video games
    Using video games as reward works pretty well for me

  • @skyguy871
    @skyguy871 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    When your reward system is fixed, small rewards feel like giant rewards.

  • @daniel_960_
    @daniel_960_ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m really trying to replace my shitty useless habits of constantly wasting time in my phone with gaming. It’s much more fun. And gives you structure. Like in this hour you can game. It’s an aktive thing. With the phone you just get constantly distracted, it gets a passive activity beside the one you’re currently actually trying to do.

  • @oceearts7992
    @oceearts7992 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Improvement pill at 2 million subscribers....what an awesome vision that will soon turn into a reality 😍

  • @unkeyboardinatedOG
    @unkeyboardinatedOG 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    When I heard you say League of Legends my heart sank a little.... I made it one of my goals for 2020 to give up League after putting in 2700 hours into it since 2018

  • @shando_tube
    @shando_tube 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    "The better the reward, the easier it is to stick to your habit"
    This explains why I've had such a tough, unsuccessful time over the past several years in fostering the habit of NOT biting my nails. I've been biting my nails my whole life. My subconscious brain never equated a fair reward in order to rewire itself to successfully cultivate the new habit.

  • @typography123
    @typography123 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    100% true. I don’t like when channels just bash video gaming. If you do it as a reward or in moderate consumption it’s totally fine.

  •  4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey!! Nice videos!!! Which software do you use for this animation?

  • @Keplaris
    @Keplaris 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What ... I've been struggeling to quit games for a while -- especially EU4. Indeed I tried used it as a reward. But to me, situations of playing, if only for an hour, plunged me into a hard to escape virtual world whose complexity and challenges made me crave to play for longer than I originally planned in spite of all my obligations on my to-do list in the physical world. Consequently stress aroses in combination with my goals in life, and even more the fantasies of gaming made me engineer new ideas for a virtual world instead of thinking and planning and thence actionating on real life plans. Scientic studies even reveal moments of gameplay can release dopamine levels found in those who sniff cocaine or take heroine.
    May be so that games are powerful rewarding activities to motivate steps toward progress with no harms, but nevertheless I chose books, meditation as my escape. Already my past obsessions of Cilization 5 are gone, EU4 currently passing and more conscois thought is dedicated to my new passions of reading, writing, exerscising, forming new relationships, toward achieving my life goals than ever before -- without possibly computer games causing obsessions. Without computer games. Quitting computer games for me means to stop engagement in virtual world and instead engaging in the physical world, it too filled with rewards for action and relaxation in order to prevent burn out.
    (Keep in mind this is only my thoughts and opinions.)

  • @theinnerdesire1134
    @theinnerdesire1134 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I remember when I was addicted to video games, i`d spend the hole day playing Red Dead Redemption lol, that was such a waste of time man; Today my Xbox is kinda broken, and i have broken ps3 remote controlls; Waiting the release of the PS5 ( to play in the right way, as the video says ).

  • @kalinajackiewicz
    @kalinajackiewicz 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    wow. i dont play video games at all and dont have netflix (because i just know that if i were sucked in i wouldnt have the strenght to get rid of it , so i just dont start that habit) BUT
    i do watch lots of movies and you tube videos
    AND
    i just wanted to say that you are a genius who points out loud the obvious in a way that REALLY GETS ACROSS TO PEOPLE.

  • @Sebl191
    @Sebl191 4 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    they destroyed my life. If you ask yourself: am i an addict? is this actually controlling my life? youre already far beyond

    • @igorivanovic4784
      @igorivanovic4784 4 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      Nope. You destroyed your life, not games.

    • @mikeyaboii8210
      @mikeyaboii8210 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      If you have the discipline and control when to play, and when not to, the. You have the control over it

    • @belli9281
      @belli9281 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I asked myself that when I became addicted to buying games. I have a pile of games (some digital) which I bought but never actually even started playing) simply cus I loved the idea of a new video game.
      There are strategies to reduce the effect and control it has on ur life, don't worry. I read up articles on cumpulsive buying and I tried working on it. Also having someone to hold u accountable or judge u from time to time is great. Also replace the habit with something somewhat fun instead of just kicking it out of ur life and picking up a really boring habit. That way ull naturaly fall back into old habits

    • @mikeyaboii8210
      @mikeyaboii8210 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      belu irina Totally agree! Self-discipline is a must.

    • @Shabkaz
      @Shabkaz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Why are we here ? Just to suffer ?

  • @davidvangeenberghe1372
    @davidvangeenberghe1372 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I play mostly offline and I feel wasting my time or worse addicted only when I play online, coop or competitive.
    I love playing but I can see the problem as soon as you are connected, like a social medium but in a more insidious way.

  • @Goku_is_my_spotter
    @Goku_is_my_spotter 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Gaming is one of my favorite rewards! I'm glad this video reinforces it. :)

  • @Inerize
    @Inerize 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Anything in life has its right place. It's just a matter of figuring out how to include them.

  • @barbariangamer6209
    @barbariangamer6209 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    i really like the way you Animate this vids it makes them pretty fun to watch

  • @ajaybahure111
    @ajaybahure111 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    0:35 I think you are also fan of one punch man.
    Backside wall poster says.
    I'm too fan of one punch man.

    • @chocobibi2151
      @chocobibi2151 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And mob psycho near him

    • @hazzalhasib94
      @hazzalhasib94 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      And the mom is from FMA brotherhood

    • @feliciah9335
      @feliciah9335 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      And Osomatsu san

  • @whyamihere8221
    @whyamihere8221 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I haven't watched it yet but I know the video is gonna be amazing. Thanks for uploading (:

  • @BearKlaw
    @BearKlaw 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! Interestingly enough some games can be an inspirational. After playing the Oddworld games, I became intigued by the photo realism. Today that's what I do for work.

  • @tlst94
    @tlst94 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What if in an alternate timeline, every video game was as long as this video? How much free time and hobbies would we've had? And how'd we have liked that from our altered memories and experiences?

    • @mhmtakeyatime9000
      @mhmtakeyatime9000 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That'd definitely be an interesting timeline.

  • @parthkadam1230
    @parthkadam1230 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'll be honest this idea of rewarding myself with games was something I thought abt today but i also thought tht i was just trying to cover it up. However this video just removed it.
    So thank you for proving it in my mind 😁