On The Contrary

This is the inspiring story of a guy who beat his laziness by diving into the world of competitive Pokémon. Through dedication and perseverance, he honed his skills and took control of his life at record speed. He then used what he learned to land employment after initially thinking about quitting His journey stands as a beacon of hope for those struggling, reminding us of the transformative power of #FindingABattle

This is a heartwarming story of how a young man battling depression found hope and purpose in an unexpected place – the world of competitive Pokémon. Feeling trapped in a cycle of despair, the guy stumbled across the competitive gaming scene one day and decided to give it a shot. Little did he know that this would become the turning point in his life As he delved deeper into the intricacies of the game, he honed his skills and discovered an unwavering passion for competitive Pokémon battles. The thrill of the competition became a distraction from his inner He proved that, sometimes, it takes just one unexpected encounter – like a video game – to change the course of someone's life. Through his perseverance, he triumphed over adversity and found true happiness in the unlikeliest of places.

By immersing himself in the strategic world of Pokémon battles, he developed discipline, critical thinking skills, and perseverance. Through practice, resilience, and failure, he learned the importance of hard work and honed his ability to adapt to different situations. This newfound mindset extended beyond the virtual battles, helping him become more focused, determined, and confident in all areas of his life.

In this captivating episode, we meet ThirdRidoku, a brilliant engineering student who discovered an unconventional source of inspiration that propelled him to excel in his studies – competitive Pokémon battles. We delve into the specific techniques, mindset shifts, and strategies he employed to bridge the gap between these seemingly disparate worlds. Whether you're an aspiring engineer, a Pokémon enthusiast, or simply curious about the power of unconventional inspirations, this episode is filled with valuable insights and practical takeaways. We explore the untapped reservoirs of knowledge and wisdom hiding within our favorite hobbies and discover how they can shape our path to success.

Join us as we discuss how Kenny used competitive Pokemon to break free from his destructive habits and create a new lifestyle. We'll dive into the science behind addiction and gaming, the benefits of gaming as a form of therapy, and how you can apply these principles to your own life. If you're looking to break free from your own bad habits, or just curious about the power of competitive Pokemon, this episode is a must-listen. Come along as we discuss one man's journey from complacency to achievement.

This episode is another edition of 'Beyond the Bootcmao' where we highlight people who've used Pokemon to massively transform other areas of their lives fast. Today's gets literally went from struggling with motivation and addiction to thriving and living the life he wants. You don't want to miss this one!

Question - Something I've struggled with figuring out in my series is how much training can one take in a day and how can you know when you're reaching your limit? Can you take a break and come back to it later that day or is that not how it works? I think it may have to do with the brain elasticity you mentioned in a video we did but I'm not sure. It's especially applicable to me because my day job takes up the majority of my week and so I frequently find myself wanting to grind out hours of mons on the weekend but have noticed I stall out mentally sooner than I'd prefer. How can I improve my training endurance? What tricks are there to being able to train longer but still efficiently (not making bad habits thru fatigue) from a psychology / learning standpoint?

Today's Question - "So IDK if this goes too far into the specifics of psychology but there is a difference between cognitively understanding what it takes to improve your mindset and actually changing what you feel while playing. I'd love to hear about the steps that are in between just understanding the concept of not attaching oneself to one's results, for example, and actually practicing it (this is my biggest issue with playing mons honestly" - Scrooge McDrip Today I explain why this happens and how to solve it.

What's up guys! This one is something that I should've made a long time ago, but now is the right time. This is the final piece to the puzzle

I genuinely want to see my people grow and so I pay attention. A lot. Something I've noticed recently was how often players allow themselves to be mentally destroyed (even me) after getting certain results. In this episode, I aim to put an end to that by providing this four-step process for climbing up the ranks as quickly (and pleasurably) as possible!

In this interview, we discuss the journey of someone that I've enjoyed seeing blossom. If you're currently in a rut or maybe even forgot what got you to where you are, then this is definitely one to listen to!

What if there was a program that built a great team for you, and all you have to do is decide?

What's up guys! Today's podcast was a true pleasure to record as today's guest is @CybertronProductions - the VGC master himself. If you didn't know Pokemon has many competitive formats beyond smogon. Vgc is the official format endorsed by the Pokemon company and today we'll be diving deep into what that really looks and learn a lot about who Aaron is. You'll definitely enjoy this one!

Today's video features someone I've been familiar with for quite some time now. If you're interested in super cool move interactions, and very well made videos then this is the channel for you. In this podcast we discuss @foofootoo 's beginnings, focusing on your end goal as a content creator and how to introduce new content without losing your audience. Great discussion that I know you guys will enjoy!

What's up guys! Today we have another episode of on the contrary: the worlds best competitive Pokemon podcast. In today's video, we will be discussing old generations and some of the secrets and paradigm shifts needed to up your level of play to goat status. Stay tuned and make sure to leave comments. Very excited to hear what you guys have to say. Be sure to check him out, the link is down below.

You guy's are in for a rollercoaster of a ride. In this episode, we discuss how the metagame has evolved after 9 days of Pokemon Isle of Armor DLC. Showdown is on fire at the moment. Learn what the experts think and leave your own thoughts! You don't want to miss this one.

In today's podcast, we'll be discussing how we believe the new Pokemon will do in the upcoming metagame! This is definitely one you don't want to miss!

What's up guys! In today's episode, PokeaimMD and I dissect the current metagame and give our thoughts on it as we close out this phase and welcome the Isle Of Armor! We also provide a behind the scenes look of the tournament scene and how you can get into it. Enjoy!

What's up guys! In this episode, we'll ve talking about what it's going to require for you to top any ladder you choose and finally break through those platters! I'm joined by a guest whos been through hell and high water and managed to start seeing success after almost quitting. It's a hell of a story!

In today's episode, PokeaimMD, MrMoet and I will be discussing all things metagame related and discussing how we believe the metagame will be impacted in the upcoming months! Join the conversation

STALL EXPOSED! In this episode, we will be discussing the most hated word in Pokemon... STALL. Is it broken? is it overrated? Is it real? Find out in today's episode.

Today's episode is the biggest we've had yet! Everyone gathered today to discuss the Dynamax ban, their predictions and what happens next. Join the conversation!

Today we'll be discussing the newest game mechanic introduced by The Pokemon Company, Dynamax. It has been almost one month since its release and it has been a very controversial topic. PokeaimMD, Mrmoet, Chimpact and I will be discussing our thoughts on it and determining whether it should be banned from Competitive Singles or not. Enjoy!