What I've realized lately on this subject: 1. Checking out with a ton of money is not the answer. You still need mission to feel the thumos. 2. What ever path you go down, it will be hard. There will be days where you doubt yourself. You will want to quit and just leave it all. What you have to understand is that the pain you are experiencing WILL translate to strength, as long as you keep going. You will be rewarded for your effort as long as you are persistant. You are a man, you have what it takes and you will figure it out. High Thumos Stay Based
Forging a path for yourself makes life infinitely simpler. It doesn't make your life easier; if anything, it will get harder. But you will be at peace and grounded within your newfounded duties required of you on your path.
The happiest and most rewarding times of my life were when i was helping others. Spent alot time volunteering with autistic children and at a retirement home. Helps you learn alot, stay humble, and be extremely grateful for what you have. And when i was the most depressed in life i was just doing things for myself...
The most important thing about understanding a path is to just start walking. Keep walking and pushing forward. Put all of yourself into something. It doesn’t matter if it’s the perfect right away. The path will become clearer and clearer the longer you walk.
I def needed this as I am getting ready to announce to my family i am done w college and finally doing something that I WANT to do for myself which is programming. Im done just getting by and also doing stuff for other peoples fulfillment instead of my own. Im 21 and I’d rather go through this rough patch now then when I’m 35. I got plan in hand and I’m going to follow it. They may hate my decision but hey they aren’t me
As Frank Sinatra said, "For what is a man, what has he got? If not himself, then he has naught To say the things he truly feels And not the words of one who kneels The record shows, I took the blows And did it my way"
One thing I've realized is to stop second guessing the path I've chosen. There can be a feeling a loss when choosing a path because you sacrifice the limitless possibilities of novelty, all the "what ifs". But you got to move forward, the narrow path is always the most rewarding.
It takes a long time to reach this level of understanding and maturity and unfortunately I don't think there is any shortcut. At some point you just realise the only way to not be in pain is to give love value and service to others.
Hey Elisha before watching, I wanted to say thank you for all the encouragement you give us. A couple months ago I commented on several of your videos saying I was looking for a job in car sales and nobody in my area would hire me due to my lack of experience. 2 weeks ago I was offered a job at my local airport only 10 minutes away from my home and yesterday I got my fingerprints and badge picture taken. Your videos have encouraged to get myself out there more. Thank you bro & high thumos 🔥
For me my path was formed when I established gratitude. When you have traits, skills, and people that are important in your life you must be grateful for them in order to gain more. edit: also in general I just feel that gratitude can really just push you forward, just taking moments everyday to be thankful for what you have and send good intentions for those you love just makes it easier to go about traversing life.
Just sat down after a long 12 hour shift eating a subway steak & cheese on a wrap because they were out of subrolls lmao and also a new 20min Elisha video. Yes!
Thank you Elisha. I hope all is blessed with you. I feel like you are speaking more about yourself than anything. An introspective projection. How you’ve grown so much. How you’ve had the pit falls of chasing money and other things on the side. However, in the end you’ve realized how truly blessed you are to be in the position you are in and how much work you’ve had to do since the library and blackboard days. You had a different mission from the beginning of your journey & now since walking that path you’ve come to realize that the truest thing in the world is to give service to others and that’s where you are now in life. You are a light bearer, illuminating the path behind you so that way others can see what’s ahead. You are truly speaking from your heart and those messages are the most powerful & long lasting. High Thumos.
I'm 26 and quit my job as a purchasing manager end of November, because the job was leading me nowhere and wasnt challenging nor fulfilling. Also, it (or myself) kept me from seeing other opportunities, because it was so draining . After i quit, i came to the realisation that i want to become a software engineer. I have no job experience in that field at all, but i always loved to solve problems with a computer and have some self-taught experience about this type of stuff. So i layed out a path on how to become a software engineer. In december I got into a software engineering program for front-& backend in germany. So right now i'm doing this full time, but job-wise i want to get my foot into IT right now. So even with zero IT certifications or job experience you can apply to some entry-level IT jobs , which are mostly first to second level help desk support. I applied to some and had an interview last week for a big second-level IT Support position, literally 6 minutes from my home, which went really well. Told them all i know about soft- & hardware and practiced multiple days for the interview. So, in 2 weeks i have an appointment where they'll introduce me to their colleagues and we'll have a chat about details i guess. Really want this. I'm finally on the right path to become what i want after some directionless years. If anyone is reading this and is in a similar situation, you can do it. Prepare your plan, practice and then execute it. That's what helped me most. Let us finally rise up and keep the darkest of days behind us. Bless
I've been watching your videos before i go to sleep, i recently moved to a new country and i remember the first video i watched was the one where you told what to do when you move out. It's been difficult since the west is a very huge culture shift for me, i've learnt to cook and stuff but my nutrition still isnt on point and so arent my lifts. Think you've taken on a big brother role for me in the past month or so. Thank you, i appreciate these videos a lot.
@@ElishaLong I've been failing to find a balance between managing university, lifting and cooking for myself. I won't lie i had never cooked food until 2 months ago before i moved here. Where i live, the mothers usually cook the food for the whole family. I've watched your videos where you said that one needs to get out of their mother's sheltered love. Which i am out of i believe, but i've been failing to consistently bulk up(im skinny but ive been lifting for a few months and have a decent shape), and since this whole place is new and im thousands of Miles away from home my mental state also suffers a bit. But i'm working on it and i hope to find a balance soon
@@akshitgupta1184 it takes time man but you’re on the right path. Don’t expect quick results, keep at it and tweak things along the way and you’ll see improvements.
I wanted to make a video about this. Been feeling like talking my experiences and what I’ve noticed is the right thing. Thanks to you I’m looking for the path to go in which can lead to some work being done
For any of you that feel overwhelmed by the possibilities and confusion in the world I recommend a book called opportunity by Eben pagan. Dude is a legend. He created an empire with one of the first books on pick up called double you’re dating. He is now a master marketer and entrepreneur among many other things. One of the most brilliant thinkers I’ve ever listened to and he does a great job in the book preparing people for the intense and complex level of opportunities coming this decade. If you don’t know where to start this is a good book to prepare your mind on where to look for things.
Hey Elisha, i’ve listen to your videos for about two years and this is the first time I’ve commented,this video especially motivated me because of where I am in my life, I’m 26 from Washington but I was curious what state you from? Keep doing what your doing man💪
Started picking up ice skating as a hobby. The flow, the lower body workout, the difficulty, the sense camaraderie when you and someone else of equal skill meet eye to eye abs smile as you zip passed everyone, and the feeling of relaxation after is incredibly addicting. Ice skating is fucking AWESOME💯🔥🤙🏽
I really needed this today. I’m a 26 year old male and feel I’ve been having so many up and down moments in my life the last couple years and this video really helped shifting my mindset. For a year now I’ve been considering joining the discord and Patron. What’s the difference and what could I expect from joining?
After rededicating my life to the Lord about 6 months ago. This message you share makes sense as a man of God. Better to be a sniper than a guy with a shotgun trying to shoot for precision.
Tl:Dr: I have a goal, but I am worried I am the wrong person for my goal. What do I do? Sorry for the lemgth, I tried to be a short as possible. I'm stuck. I know the path I want. I want to write and draw stories that will live on timelessly. But, I don't seem to be the right person. In the past 8 years I've worked through pre-production of 3 seperate major projects, and a bunch of minor ones. Eventually, I always convince myself my idea is not good enough so I never complete anything, though it does take _years_ because I never give up, so I run on fumes for much longer than I should. My longest project was for 5 years. I keep making my ideas smaller to try get something out, but it changes nothing. I fail because my mind kills all my projects, and I have no one to rely on but myself, so when I'm lost I have no way to help myself. I just don't know what to do. I know I am wasting my potential, but I can't capitalise on it. It's so frustrating. I'm just not the person I need to be. I lack nothing, except faith in myself. And I can't get that without success. Catch 22. I need success to get to the point to succeed.
Despite the length of the post, it still feels a bit vague. From what I've read though, I think smaller projects at least for now would be best. Put some imperfect videos/blogs/articles out there so you can learn from them instead of trying to paint the Mona Lisa in one try.
I can't explaine, how much the Book: "Mastery" by Robert Greene will help you on this topic. I am so grateful that I have read it. And I invite you to do the same, if you ar interested in finding your "Path".
This Is one of my favorite videos you ve ever made
Thank you man
What I've realized lately on this subject:
1. Checking out with a ton of money is not the answer. You still need mission to feel the thumos.
2. What ever path you go down, it will be hard. There will be days where you doubt yourself. You will want to quit and just leave it all. What you have to understand is that the pain you are experiencing WILL translate to strength, as long as you keep going. You will be rewarded for your effort as long as you are persistant. You are a man, you have what it takes and you will figure it out.
High Thumos Stay Based
Elisha Long - the only man on youtube that I love like a brother.
Forging a path for yourself makes life infinitely simpler. It doesn't make your life easier; if anything, it will get harder. But you will be at peace and grounded within your newfounded duties required of you on your path.
Well said man
The happiest and most rewarding times of my life were when i was helping others. Spent alot time volunteering with autistic children and at a retirement home. Helps you learn alot, stay humble, and be extremely grateful for what you have. And when i was the most depressed in life i was just doing things for myself...
No jump cuts. No flashy intros. Just pure truth & wisdom.
The most important thing about understanding a path is to just start walking. Keep walking and pushing forward. Put all of yourself into something. It doesn’t matter if it’s the perfect right away. The path will become clearer and clearer the longer you walk.
I didnt do voluntary , but I think its very good path in life
I def needed this as I am getting ready to announce to my family i am done w college and finally doing something that I WANT to do for myself which is programming. Im done just getting by and also doing stuff for other peoples fulfillment instead of my own. Im 21 and I’d rather go through this rough patch now then when I’m 35. I got plan in hand and I’m going to follow it. They may hate my decision but hey they aren’t me
As Frank Sinatra said,
"For what is a man, what has he got?
If not himself, then he has naught
To say the things he truly feels
And not the words of one who kneels
The record shows, I took the blows
And did it my way"
One thing I've realized is to stop second guessing the path I've chosen. There can be a feeling a loss when choosing a path because you sacrifice the limitless possibilities of novelty, all the "what ifs". But you got to move forward, the narrow path is always the most rewarding.
I’ve never commented. Been watching your videos all the way through for years. Scrolling through the comments motivated me to leave this; we exist
It takes a long time to reach this level of understanding and maturity and unfortunately I don't think there is any shortcut. At some point you just realise the only way to not be in pain is to give love value and service to others.
And expect nothing in return.
Hey Elisha before watching, I wanted to say thank you for all the encouragement you give us. A couple months ago I commented on several of your videos saying I was looking for a job in car sales and nobody in my area would hire me due to my lack of experience. 2 weeks ago I was offered a job at my local airport only 10 minutes away from my home and yesterday I got my fingerprints and badge picture taken. Your videos have encouraged to get myself out there more. Thank you bro & high thumos 🔥
For me my path was formed when I established gratitude. When you have traits, skills, and people that are important in your life you must be grateful for them in order to gain more.
edit: also in general I just feel that gratitude can really just push you forward, just taking moments everyday to be thankful for what you have and send good intentions for those you love just makes it easier to go about traversing life.
Just sat down after a long 12 hour shift eating a subway steak & cheese on a wrap because they were out of subrolls lmao and also a new 20min Elisha video. Yes!
Great video man, I'm 21 and these 'I wish I coulda told my younger self' ideas really help.
Thank you Elisha. I hope all is blessed with you. I feel like you are speaking more about yourself than anything. An introspective projection. How you’ve grown so much. How you’ve had the pit falls of chasing money and other things on the side. However, in the end you’ve realized how truly blessed you are to be in the position you are in and how much work you’ve had to do since the library and blackboard days. You had a different mission from the beginning of your journey & now since walking that path you’ve come to realize that the truest thing in the world is to give service to others and that’s where you are now in life. You are a light bearer, illuminating the path behind you so that way others can see what’s ahead. You are truly speaking from your heart and those messages are the most powerful & long lasting. High Thumos.
elisha i love your videos you always target the right subjects keep it up your doing a great job
Thanks for the message man
@@ElishaLong 👍
I'm 26 and quit my job as a purchasing manager end of November, because the job was leading me nowhere and wasnt challenging nor fulfilling. Also, it (or myself) kept me from seeing other opportunities, because it was so draining . After i quit, i came to the realisation that i want to become a software engineer. I have no job experience in that field at all, but i always loved to solve problems with a computer and have some self-taught experience about this type of stuff. So i layed out a path on how to become a software engineer. In december I got into a software engineering program for front-& backend in germany. So right now i'm doing this full time, but job-wise i want to get my foot into IT right now. So even with zero IT certifications or job experience you can apply to some entry-level IT jobs , which are mostly first to second level help desk support. I applied to some and had an interview last week for a big second-level IT Support position, literally 6 minutes from my home, which went really well. Told them all i know about soft- & hardware and practiced multiple days for the interview. So, in 2 weeks i have an appointment where they'll introduce me to their colleagues and we'll have a chat about details i guess. Really want this. I'm finally on the right path to become what i want after some directionless years.
If anyone is reading this and is in a similar situation, you can do it. Prepare your plan, practice and then execute it. That's what helped me most. Let us finally rise up and keep the darkest of days behind us. Bless
I've been watching your videos before i go to sleep, i recently moved to a new country and i remember the first video i watched was the one where you told what to do when you move out. It's been difficult since the west is a very huge culture shift for me, i've learnt to cook and stuff but my nutrition still isnt on point and so arent my lifts. Think you've taken on a big brother role for me in the past month or so. Thank you, i appreciate these videos a lot.
Where did you move bro?
@@ElishaLong I've moved to England, for my bachelor's degree, im 20 years old
@@akshitgupta1184 Why do your lifts and diet suffer?
@@ElishaLong I've been failing to find a balance between managing university, lifting and cooking for myself. I won't lie i had never cooked food until 2 months ago before i moved here. Where i live, the mothers usually cook the food for the whole family. I've watched your videos where you said that one needs to get out of their mother's sheltered love. Which i am out of i believe, but i've been failing to consistently bulk up(im skinny but ive been lifting for a few months and have a decent shape), and since this whole place is new and im thousands of Miles away from home my mental state also suffers a bit. But i'm working on it and i hope to find a balance soon
@@akshitgupta1184 it takes time man but you’re on the right path. Don’t expect quick results, keep at it and tweak things along the way and you’ll see improvements.
For those also searching for life purpose i've got a book recommendation for you guys: Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life
I wanted to make a video about this. Been feeling like talking my experiences and what I’ve noticed is the right thing. Thanks to you I’m looking for the path to go in which can lead to some work being done
God bless you, brother. Love from Romania
Solid video brother. No fluff straight juice.
Thankyou.
Uniting the men and spreading Thumos across the world. Join the brotherhood.
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I love you man, incredible Video!❤️
Literallly life changing.
I love this video. It inspired me to drop university and find a way to move to the city to become a tattoo artist. Things are going pretty well
Strait is the gate and narrow is the way which leadeth unto life! And few there be that find it.
For any of you that feel overwhelmed by the possibilities and confusion in the world I recommend a book called opportunity by Eben pagan. Dude is a legend. He created an empire with one of the first books on pick up called double you’re dating. He is now a master marketer and entrepreneur among many other things. One of the most brilliant thinkers I’ve ever listened to and he does a great job in the book preparing people for the intense and complex level of opportunities coming this decade. If you don’t know where to start this is a good book to prepare your mind on where to look for things.
Great video, reminds me of one of the first videos of yours I watched years ago. You have honestly changed the course of my life.
Walk the path of righteousness !!
You're like a big bro I never had
Thank you for this video.
Bro thank you for sharing God bless you
Thank you so much for the messages brother. They help me out tons. Keep on making these kind of videos.
grateful for this one brother 🙏🏻✨
Hey Elisha, i’ve listen to your videos for about two years and this is the first time I’ve commented,this video especially motivated me because of where I am in my life, I’m 26 from Washington but I was curious what state you from? Keep doing what your doing man💪
Thanks brother. I live in OH
@@ElishaLongno wonder you are so powerful
Started picking up ice skating as a hobby. The flow, the lower body workout, the difficulty, the sense camaraderie when you and someone else of equal skill meet eye to eye abs smile as you zip passed everyone, and the feeling of relaxation after is incredibly addicting. Ice skating is fucking AWESOME💯🔥🤙🏽
I really needed this today. I’m a 26 year old male and feel I’ve been having so many up and down moments in my life the last couple years and this video really helped shifting my mindset. For a year now I’ve been considering joining the discord and Patron. What’s the difference and what could I expect from joining?
You can expect a brotherhood and transformation if you are willing to talk with the men and put in the work.
Lfg elisha!! Keep doing great things man
when you its going uphill you know are going further up. Uphill is hard
After rededicating my life to the Lord about 6 months ago. This message you share makes sense as a man of God. Better to be a sniper than a guy with a shotgun trying to shoot for precision.
Love this one bro, great video. Well said
Hey Elisha, love your work. Been listening to your content for years. Would you be open to doing a podcast? LMK
On the path east towards Jesus
Tl:Dr: I have a goal, but I am worried I am the wrong person for my goal. What do I do? Sorry for the lemgth, I tried to be a short as possible.
I'm stuck. I know the path I want. I want to write and draw stories that will live on timelessly. But, I don't seem to be the right person.
In the past 8 years I've worked through pre-production of 3 seperate major projects, and a bunch of minor ones. Eventually, I always convince myself my idea is not good enough so I never complete anything, though it does take _years_ because I never give up, so I run on fumes for much longer than I should. My longest project was for 5 years.
I keep making my ideas smaller to try get something out, but it changes nothing. I fail because my mind kills all my projects, and I have no one to rely on but myself, so when I'm lost I have no way to help myself.
I just don't know what to do. I know I am wasting my potential, but I can't capitalise on it. It's so frustrating. I'm just not the person I need to be. I lack nothing, except faith in myself. And I can't get that without success. Catch 22. I need success to get to the point to succeed.
What is your medium? Blog, vids, books?
Despite the length of the post, it still feels a bit vague. From what I've read though, I think smaller projects at least for now would be best. Put some imperfect videos/blogs/articles out there so you can learn from them instead of trying to paint the Mona Lisa in one try.
The time of easy money has peaked in my opinion and thats when the wannabe daytrader vanish.
Yes there is many young guys from all of the world. Like me for example i am 16 year old and i am from Poland.
How do you make your life mentally engaging? Besides reading and writing of course
A black eye sign of toughness
No it's not.
@@ElishaLong sign of softness ?
Couldn't agree more.
Beautiful imagination!
I can't explaine, how much the Book:
"Mastery" by Robert Greene will help you on this topic. I am so grateful that I have read it.
And I invite you to do the same, if you ar interested in finding your "Path".
Great book. One of his best Imo
Top G
When not watching closely... You look like you have deer hat on your head 😄
Pretty epic
My girlfriend left me for my friend and he's now rubbing it in and mocking me. I'm having violet thoughts, can you please advise me
Emotional men are weak. You are caught in your emotions. Do not take any actions.
Learn from this experience. See where you messed up and move on.
I would stop hanging out with that guy. Any guy that would betray a friend like that is no friend at all.
Consider yourself lucky, they were always going to fuck you over.. this situation is better than the other possibilities.
True North
Elisha, you ever thought about adding some music, quietly, in the background for your videos?
Dude, thats stupid.
@@androwski5650 That’s not very High Thumos of you
no need for music
💯
No
Why are you saying no?
Add something of value or say nothing at all