I am the prize.

est007 · 2013-06-16T13:40:39+00:00

Dude , just went through a break up . This is what I needed to read !

yuyo874 · 2013-06-16T14:38:43+00:00

Read this while in bed when feeling down and energyless. Now I feel motivated. THANK YOU

TofuTofu · 2013-06-16T13:46:32+00:00

Nice! The road to self improvement starts with yourself. Don't let these words be meaningless platitudes.

Also, check out /r/TokyoSeddit if you haven't yet! It could always use new members :)

2013-06-16T14:32:32+00:00

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Icouldshitallday · 2013-06-16T14:30:18+00:00

Allow me to take it back to a 4th grade counselor level. If you don't love yourself first, how can you expect anyone else to?

Well said, man. Not only does doing you first make logical sense, it also actually builds attraction. You win twice.

PestySamurai · 2013-06-17T06:11:09+00:00

There are women everywhere, and there is only one of me. I am the prize.

I love this man, what a fantastic read.

sunchow · 2013-06-16T21:40:37+00:00

You're realization of yourself as the "prize" is merely replacing them with yourself upon the pedestal. Now don't get me wrong here, everyone deserves self-esteem, it's just easier and far more appropriate to not over-bloat your ego and realize that everyone (regardless of gender) has something to offer. Whether it is worth your time is something that only you can decide and no one else needs to hear about it. Also, when you realize everyone is beautiful (which we all are), then you won't even revere women differently than men, and your pursuit will turn into basic, fundamental human relationships (which are integral to genuine happiness). Sexual relations are something that may come after the attaining of this basic relationship with anyone mutually suitable, but it is nothing that should even be considered beforehand. It's simple to just change your attitude (science bless cognition!), but it is always the approach that needs to change if unparalleled results are expected. In my opinion, the mentality you've implored in these self-righteous sentiments is always worse than revering others in the same light. Best of luck to you and all who read this, for what it's worth.

2013-06-16T13:06:47+00:00

Amazing post man. Great writing as well

DillsYo · 2013-07-01T08:36:49+00:00

Thank you dude. I know im late to this but wow did i need to hear that. I just graduated high school and so now is the time to envision who i want to be. In order to eventually become that person i will think before all my actions. I will check to see if I am doing something to reach my end goal. Instead of putting it off, doing drugs and wasting time i will improve my life everyday. i'm going to stop with the wasted time and turn it into playing the drums, reading a good book, hanging out with the girl i've been crushing on. I will still have fun but i won't let fun rule my life like it does now. thank you and have a great life. i will try my hardest to do the same.

int3rnetz · 2013-06-16T15:34:07+00:00

I woke up falling back into my old habits and insecurities, feeling failed from the weekend. I forgot the new me. The new me where, I am accomplishing so much, I am constantly growing at an exponential rate, and where people who decide to turn away from interacting are loosing out.

Thanks for reminding, I needed this. Its grind time.

Jake_STi-RA · 2013-06-18T05:15:42+00:00

A few of you are misinterpreting his message. To some, it comes off as arrogant and narcissistic, but becoming the prize means you are setting standards for yourself that you won't bend for others in terms of compromising your own values. This is where that cliché and stupid phrase "be yourself" actually comes into good use.

The whole journey of self-improvement is about improving yourself and helping out others around you (if you bring up others, you'll make friends in the process, and you'll become more of the image for a true value giver) is what it all boils down to.

Great article, OP. The rhetorical question now is, you're all motivated, so how many of you are going to go out?

I was reading an article and it was talking about "Epiphany addiction." It means reading articles like this and getting amped up thinking we can improve just from reading without actually applying all this knowledge. I'll admit I'm guilty of this. I'm completely enriched by all the knowledge from these self-posts and articles of self-improvement, but I feel I'm not going out enough out of my comfort zone to apply.

Good luck and have fun, my friends.

2013-06-16T16:20:05+00:00

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Bogey_Kingston · 2013-06-16T13:46:17+00:00

Brought a tear to my eye within the first paragraph. What gorgeous inspiration you are. Thank you for sharing these thoughts.

TheSicilianDude · 2013-06-16T17:52:26+00:00

"Did we give up when the Germans bombed pearl harbor?!"

2013-06-16T14:16:30+00:00

I gave a mate an almost identical speech this morning. Although, nowhere near as eloquently. This is how to be proud of yourself.

CHUDS · 2013-06-16T14:52:05+00:00

Nicely said. As someone trying to get his head out of his ass and fight through depression, this really resonates. Thanks for the confidence boost.

taessen · 2013-06-16T18:42:38+00:00

I feel good

killingstubbs · 2013-06-16T19:55:35+00:00

Tl;DR- guys happy about his stuff

tileon · 2013-06-17T01:48:22+00:00

Amazing

Toxic_Squid · 2013-06-17T01:57:34+00:00

Awesome post, logged in to upvote!

jkh77 · 2013-06-17T06:39:53+00:00

Time for my run. Thank you for sharing.

HortonUB · 2013-06-20T17:21:20+00:00

I've been reading up on seddit to I force myself out of a slump. Gyakunan, I'm going to print out your post and read it every morning. You're awesome

BHbaby · 2013-06-17T01:10:22+00:00

You sound narcissistic.

ojeffnumber1fan · 2013-06-17T01:29:51+00:00

You're unbearably arrogant. go fuck yourself.

ericrobert · 2013-06-17T00:20:30+00:00

You sir, are an inspiration. I'm having this printed on a board and hanging it up. Thank you.

maybe1dayy · 2013-06-16T23:48:36+00:00

I'm a girl and I found this an inspiring read as well - thank you!

HeroPUA · 2013-06-16T15:00:18+00:00

Well, we know who can replace Neil Strauss as PUA inspirational novelist.

2013-06-17T06:27:07+00:00

This post would read 10x better if it wasn't so repetitive. Hammering the point "I am the prize." sounds clunky and has a cult vibe. Thanks for everything else tho.

Wishta · 2013-06-16T15:17:56+00:00

That was inspiring.

IronMentat · 2013-06-16T15:22:36+00:00

Man, it's two months since I've discovered and looked into The Game, I've read a lot in all sorts of places since then, and your post is the most inspiring text I've seen so far. It really reflects the state of mind I would like to achieve. Kudos!

MonicledOctopus · 2013-06-16T15:26:38+00:00

Wow, you have no idea how much I needed to read that right now. I'm definitely gonna print this out and read it every morning.

Rowka · 2013-06-16T17:28:31+00:00

What a read, Beautiful post, man.

2013-06-16T18:43:00+00:00

Well spoken! There is a nice post in r/bestof that talks about optimis m vs pessimism that you might be interested in checking out too

Xeonit · 2013-06-16T19:11:20+00:00

Im currently kinda depressed, but these words..Thanks mate!

mfreud · 2013-06-16T19:49:48+00:00

Please become a writer ;)

Very rarely do I read something on the internet that gives me the urge to print out, post on my wall, and read every day. This did that. It's pure, pure awesome.

Nicely done.

2013-06-16T20:06:51+00:00

Dear god that was what I needed. Thank you soo much, man.

2013-06-16T20:09:32+00:00

Saved, thanks. You've summarised the whole concept of Inner Game perfectly.

numba1dmxfan · 2013-06-16T21:38:35+00:00

This post is the shit. Giving me that doodoo face of confidence, because you are damn right.

locotx · 2013-06-16T22:12:51+00:00

"Always be the hunted, never be the hunter"

ILikeMusicAndDrugs · 2013-06-16T23:38:20+00:00

Paid for by Dos Equis.

psycho-logical · 2013-06-16T23:41:38+00:00

You are an excellent writer. Your post so eloquently reinforced my mindset. Thank you.

ZombieKitty · 2013-06-17T00:42:12+00:00

That was truly inspiring and can be attached to other areas of life as well. Thank you for sharing.

Y___ · 2013-06-17T00:46:43+00:00

Whats your job? Im trying to teach in korea but would like to know some other options

2013-06-17T02:05:23+00:00

I love this because this how I feel right now. Since I lost my gf of 5 months I've dedicated myself to my band, to working hard at my job, to working hard at the gym, and improving myself overall. Working to be content with myself.

ysef95 · 2013-06-17T02:09:09+00:00

this is an incredible essay which encapsulates exactly what it is that i enjoy about game :D

Yungclowns · 2013-06-17T02:18:42+00:00

This is the seddit creed.

IcedDante · 2013-06-17T03:41:41+00:00

FUCK YEAH!

What kind of work do you do that you get to travel overseas?

Oodava · 2013-06-17T03:42:57+00:00

After being broke up with by a druggie slut, and having my self worth destroyed, this really made me feel a lot better! This is the mindset to have.

handlesscombo · 2013-06-17T05:00:50+00:00

Can someone with some photoshop skills make a phone wallpaper of "I am the prize"

gabowabo16 · 2013-06-17T05:07:17+00:00

truth

2013-06-17T07:01:02+00:00

Where do you draw the line between positive self-regard and blind arrogance?

liimlsan · 2013-06-17T07:27:18+00:00

... You read Ayn Rand much? xD

Seems cavalier and a little off-thrown, but an enjoyable read and a cool story, bro. :)

successocelot · 2013-06-17T08:28:12+00:00

been chasing a girl, telling myself i shouldn't. this is what i needed.

as-SAS-sination · 2013-06-17T11:24:40+00:00

That was very profound, thank you

walsh303 · 2013-06-18T08:50:56+00:00

This post is amazing, exactly what I needed to read. If you don't mind me asking, how old are you?

chrisokgo · 2013-06-18T21:48:59+00:00

I like this, two of my most popular affirmations may help others

I am determinted. My determination is 100ft tall. Nothing triumphs my determination.

No one person on this earth can change their past but ever single person can start today to change their future. Today is the day that change comes. Today is my day. I am the future.

_i_always_lie_ · 2022-05-15T18:01:29+00:00

Years later and i still come back to this.

Title	I am the prize.
Author	[deleted]
Upvotes	774
Comments	78
Date	June 16, 2013 12:57 PM UTC (13 years ago)
Subreddit	Posted in /r/seduction
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