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The Easy Path Project Live Stream #17
Designing Your Life With Intention
Welcome back to the Easy Path Project live stream. I’m Michael, your host, and tonight I want to discuss something a little different. As I’ve mentioned before, I’m a fan of “woo”—the mystical, the magical—but I aim to use these ideas pragmatically. I’m not here to perform magic tricks, but rather to find practical ways to apply these concepts to real life.
Tonight marks the first entry in our Explore Series. If you’ve listened to me recently, you’ve heard me talk about life as a simulator—a kind of simulation where you can set up experiences to practice and learn. Imagine you travel to another town and interact with people you’ll never see again. That becomes a practice run, a simulation with no lasting ramifications.
We’re carrying that idea further tonight. Here’s the key question: What happens when you trust yourself and reality completely? Instead of explaining everything up front, I’ll guide you through the discussion, and you’ll start to see what I mean.
Life as an Interactive Video Game
Picture life as an interactive video game you’re designing in real time. There are many similarities between video games and life. In games, you start out learning basic lessons at easier levels. As you gain experience and grow, the challenges become greater. Sometimes life can even feel overwhelming.
The idea I want to convey is this: your internal narrative—what you tell yourself—directly shapes your external experience. If you’re struggling with past mistakes or misunderstood lessons, those internal stories can cause ongoing issues. But by changing your inner narrative to be more positive and open, you’ll notice that your external world reflects that improvement.
Your emotions serve as a navigational system for personal growth. If you can step back and recognize your emotions before reacting impulsively, you’ll realize they’re signals from the universe. Whether it’s anxiety, anger, or confusion, try to notice what your emotions are telling you and respond thoughtfully. This skill helps you navigate life more gracefully. We’ve all experienced moments where a snap reaction caused lasting problems—undoing that damage is tough. By learning from your emotions rather than being driven by them, you can avoid many pitfalls.
Exploring Subjective Reality
I first encountered the concept of living as if reality is a simulation about a decade ago from Steve Pavlina, a personal development speaker and educator. He recorded a podcast called “The True Nature of Reality,” centered on subjective reality. It’s a deep topic—I recently completed a 60-lesson course on it! But for tonight, we’re just going to touch on the basics, offering a taste of how subjective reality can be applied practically and sensibly.
This ties into our earlier discussions on manifestation. While some present manifestation as purely mystical, I like to focus on its practical aspects—how to prepare yourself to receive the things you want.
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A quick reminder: these streams are live every weeknight, Monday through Friday, starting around 7:30 PM. If you enjoy this format, you’re always invited to join, share your thoughts, or bring up topics you’d like to explore together. If you’re new, I also have a playlist of previous streams you can catch up on. I truly believe that if you start applying the principles we discuss here, your life will improve—guaranteed. This is the Easy Path Project, after all.
Stepping Into the Simulation
Sculpt Your Desired Character
Let’s get practical. The first step is sculpting your desired character. Think of this as designing your avatar in a video game. What qualities do you want? Make a detailed list—don’t be shy! You’re defining yourself. Remember, you were perfect the day you were born. Personal development isn’t about fixing a broken you, but about shedding the baggage you’ve accumulated and returning to your best self.
Building Trust With Reality
Next is building trust with reality. Imagine the simulation is designed to suit you. Give reality the benefit of the doubt. Think of how video games start easily and only get challenging as your skills grow. Even in difficult levels, victory is always possible. Likewise, assume your real-life simulation is set up so everything you need will be available when you need it. Let go of skepticism and pessimism; those attitudes aren’t helpful. Instead, be open to the possibility that positive outcomes are within your reach.
Social Alignment and Connections
Another key principle is social alignment: attracting and connecting with people who fit your desired character and journey. Just as in games, where non-playable characters (NPCs) help move the story along, real life offers countless opportunities to find and connect with those who will support your growth. As you become more authentic, the right people will naturally be drawn to you.
Interpreting Emotional Feedback
Learn to view your emotions as signals or feedback from the simulation itself. Emotions guide you towards alignment and indicate when you might be off track. Consider old adventure games where a blinking light signals which direction to go. In the simulation of life, your emotions serve a similar purpose: they nudge you back towards your center. If you trust reality to guide you, you’ll find yourself moving continually closer to alignment.
Communicating Desires to Reality
Be intentional about communicating your desires. Know what you want—whether it’s more confidence, a loving relationship, or a sense of adventure. Let the simulation know your preferences. This doesn’t mean demanding outcomes, but being clear and specific about your intentions. Effective communication—both with others and with reality itself—takes practice, but it’s essential for attracting the experiences, relationships, and growth you desire.
Creating an Interesting Story
Think about crafting an engaging narrative for your life. Don’t focus on outcomes alone; consider the importance of the story you’re co-creating. Imagine someone watching your journey. Would it entertain and inspire them? Sometimes the journey is more meaningful than the destination. Like in classic hero stories, setbacks and challenges can make your story all the richer.
Owning Your Story: Overcoming Shame and Guilt
Everyone has a past. Some aspects may feel shameful, but the way forward isn’t hiding them—it’s owning your story. Reality already knows your truth; accept ownership, make amends where possible, and move on. Integrating, rather than concealing, your whole self leads to more authentic alignment and growth.
Embracing Playfulness
Bring playfulness, lightness, and fun into your interactions with reality and other people. Playfulness strengthens relationships, boosts resilience, and makes your story more enjoyable—for you and everyone around you. Given the choice, people gravitate toward those who lighten the mood. Cultivate that quality in yourself.
Aligning With Your Path With Heart
Finally, make choices based on what feels energizing, aligned, and meaningful—not just what brings security or material gain. Moral courage means standing up for what you believe in, even when it’s hard.
When you make decisions that resonate with your deepest values, you naturally become more confident and at ease. Chasing only external rewards is unfulfilling and ultimately boring. Choose a life that reflects your true self and the people you want to be around.
Wrapping Up
Are you finding value in these ideas? Living as if you’re in a simulation might sound odd, but each principle offers a practical way to shift your approach to life. Give reality the benefit of the doubt, express your desires clearly, listen to emotional feedback, and adopt a playful, light-hearted attitude. When you begin viewing life as a co-creative process—or a well-designed simulation—you’ll notice real, tangible improvements.
Implementing these principles transforms random experiences into purposeful growth. Instead of drifting through life, you’ll start guiding yourself toward your goals with intention and clarity. By letting go of unhelpful baggage and living aligned with your values, you’ll move forward more easily and confidently.
Tomorrow is White Knight Wednesday, where we’ll discuss women’s perspectives and relationships—if that’s of interest, I hope to see you there.
Remember to share this with anyone who could benefit. Community and support make everyone stronger. I look forward to our next conversation—take it easy!
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The ideas we discuss are straightforward, but the more you hear them, the easier it becomes to apply them.