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The Easy Path Project Live Stream #21
Are You Playing the Character You Truly Want to Be, or Hiding Behind a Mask?
Hi, this is Michael from the Easy Path Project. Welcome to another live stream! Tonight, we’re diving into an important topic: Are you playing the character you truly want to be, or are you hiding behind a mask?
The other night we covered part one of this two-part series. That session focused on practical strategies—what I looked for when I went out in the field as a wingman, trying to help older men with dating, relationships, and building connections. There was also a touch of hypnosis to help get your mind in the right place. Tonight, we’ll explore everything from the other night, but this time through the lens of subjective reality—a perspective I’ve been studying for years.
Understanding Subjective Reality and Social Success
Let’s consider: What subtle vibe are you broadcasting right now, and how is it shaping your reality? Do you trust reality to deliver the connections you crave? By the end of this talk, I hope you’ll see that fully engaging with life leads to richer experiences and deeper bonds.
Back in the day, I helped older gentlemen who wanted to start dating and find relationships, sometimes for the first time in their lives. With some guys, we had to start from the ground up, working through healing and self-improvement before getting to the social and dating steps. That need for a real foundational reset is what inspired the Easy Path Project. Sure, I could give you pickup lines and tips, but if you’re carrying baggage from childhood or unhealed wounds, those things can keep holding you back. Step one is to clear what’s holding you down. Only then can you move forward confidently into social and dating life.
The Subjective Reality Lens
Recently, I’ve been looking back through my checklist of things I used when evaluating situations and personal progress. My study of subjective reality, especially as taught by Steve Pavlina, has given me a new framework to analyze this checklist. Some of these ideas I was already applying without realizing it, but now I can describe and teach them much more clearly.
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Vibe and Presence Matter
One of the very first things I pay attention to is vibe—the overall feeling he is broadcasting. Is it fun and inviting, or closed off and disconnected? People can pick up on your energy, even if you don’t say a word. Your body language, eye contact, and demeanor all play a role.
If you’re going through life with a low vibe, people won’t be as drawn to you. I’m not saying you should fake happiness, but don’t carry negativity everywhere you go. People enjoy being around others who are having a good time. Try to address your struggles in private, and aim to present yourself as lighthearted and happy in public.
This ties directly into subjective reality. In this framework, you view life almost like a simulation – a game where you decide who you want to be and how you want to play. Most people play games for fun, and when you bring that spirit into your real-life “game,” you actually attract people, experiences, and opportunities that reflect your vibe.
Receiving and Responding to Invitations
Another thing I look for is how he receives and responds to social invitations and synchronicities – those moments when life or people offer you a chance to connect. Are you open to acting on those cues, or do you let fear hold you back?
For example, if you’re at the gym and a cute girl smiles at you, do you take the chance to say hi? If you’re not responding to invitations or are retreating into yourself, you’re closing doors that reality is opening for you. Life often gives us these little nudges – it’s up to us to notice them and respond.
Making Honest Offers and Practicing Win-Win Interactions
Pay attention to the offers you make when connecting with others. Are you honest and direct about your desires and needs, or are you hiding your true intentions? Are you aiming for win-win interactions, genuinely offering value while also seeking what you want?
If you want a certain kind of relationship, whether it’s casual or long-term, be up-front with the other person and make sure you’re offering them something valuable in return. When you try to hide your real intentions or manipulate others, things get out of balance, and you’re unlikely to get the results you want. Honesty and authenticity create the best opportunities for true connection.
Handling Partial Matches and Maintaining an Abundance Mindset
What do you do when you meet someone who’s only a partial match for what you want – maybe they’re smart and funny, but you’re not physically attracted, or vice versa? Do you settle, or do you keep looking?
Settling often comes from a scarcity mindset, the belief that what you really want doesn’t exist or that you can’t have it. But if you trust that the right connection is out there, you’ll wait and allow yourself to encounter what you truly want. This benefits both you and the other person. Don’t expect anyone else—male or female—to settle for less than what they want, either.
Sometimes you may need to be friends or acquaintances with someone who doesn’t fit your ideal, but keep moving forward with optimism. Trust that reality will deliver. Expect what you ask for and be willing to wait rather than compromise your standards.
Facing Social Fears
So many people, men and women alike, are held back by fear – fear of rejection, of not being good enough, of failing to connect. Are you letting fear dictate your behavior, or are you pushing through discomfort, challenging yourself, and growing stronger in the process?
Overcoming your fears can dramatically shift your vibe and make you more powerful in manifesting the connections you desire. Remember: in this “simulation,” you’ve set the rules. There’s no need to let irrational fears hold you back. When you orient yourself confidently toward what you want, you become able to receive it.
Open Commentary and Reflections on Subjective Reality
If you’re watching this replay, please leave a comment with your thoughts! This subjective reality lens might sound a little “out there,” but when you start thinking of life as an engineered reality or simulation, you may find it makes more sense than you expected. Whether you approach life through religion, science, or metaphysics, we’re all searching for meaning, and none of us can claim all the answers. So why not set your life up in a way that serves you best? Don’t let past baggage define you. Decide who you want to be and start acting like that person.
Feel free to share this stream if you know someone who would benefit. There are many channels out there discussing dating and relationships, but I strive to bring my out-there perspective by tying actionable advice to deeper life philosophies.
Playing Your Chosen Character
Are you consciously choosing to be the character you want to be in social situations, or are you pretending, hiding, or putting on a show? Are you aligning your actions with the kind of person you truly want to become?
If you want to attract an awesome partner, first become the kind of person who would appeal to them. It’s just like feeding eucalyptus to a koala—you need to offer what your ideal match is looking for. Be authentic. If there are parts of yourself you don’t like and they’re changeable, work on them. Hiding who you are only leads to frustration. So be genuine, and transform yourself if needed.
Trusting Reality and Acting from Abundance
Do your actions reflect a deep trust that reality or “the simulation” will bring you the aligned experiences and people you desire? Or are you acting from neediness and scarcity?
Games and simulations are designed so you can win—you just have to do your part. Results show up at the right time if you trust the process. Sometimes people or situations enter your life for a reason, often to teach you something and help you grow. Trust that better opportunities can show up if you let go of situations or people who aren’t fully right for you.
Even if your past hasn’t gone the way you hoped, or you haven’t had the relationships you wanted yet, that doesn’t mean it’s impossible. Shift from a scarcity mindset to one of forgiveness, optimism, and openness. Opportunities are everywhere if you’re willing to trust and act on them.
Engagement Versus Retreat
When my guys and I went out, we often chose low-pressure environments like markets, festivals, or stores. It’s much easier to engage with people in these settings than in high-stakes places like nightclubs. I looked for whether he was engaging or retreating, participating or hiding.
Engagement with reality is always rewarded, while shrinking away results in missed opportunities. For example, if you see someone attractive and don’t act on it, you’re signaling to the universe that you’re not ready for what you claim to want.
Embracing Playfulness in Social Interactions
Approaching people with a sense of fun and play makes all the difference. Life is hard for everyone, and most people want to be around someone who brings lightness and enjoyment. If you can keep things entertaining and interesting – not just with potential partners but with friends, coworkers, and family – you’ll make a positive impact and attract great experiences.
Learning from Feedback, Not Taking Rejection Personally
How do you respond when social interactions don’t go as planned – when you’re rejected, ignored, or things just don’t click? Do you take it personally, or do you use it as feedback to learn and improve?
Most of life’s disappointments aren’t personal. If a person doesn’t connect with you, it usually means you’re not the right match, not that you’re unworthy. Use feedback to refine your approach, not to beat yourself up. Take lessons from each experience and keep moving forward, improving each time.
Wrapping Up: Trust, Fulfillment, and Moving Forward
When you trust reality—when you “put your order in” with confidence—you can step into your relationships feeling whole rather than needy. This openness helps you stay optimistic, hopeful, and ready for the perfect opportunity when it arises. It makes life feel like the universe is working alongside you.
Thank you for joining me tonight! Remember, these live streams happen every weeknight at 7:30 p.m. Central, and you can catch all the replays on the playlist. If you found this helpful, please like, comment, subscribe, and share the link with anyone who might benefit.
Let’s keep working together to make life easier to navigate and more rewarding. I’ll see you next time. Take it easy!