In this video, we break down how I Stopped Taking The Game Serious (And Won) and why a relaxed mindset is the secret weapon you need in esports. Welcome back to 24 Sllayton! Dude, we have a special guest in the chair today. My buddy Monty is here to educate us on the world of competitive Smash Bros and his journey through the SoCal rankings.We talk about the glory days of grinding with Ty Ranks, hitting that top 20 status, and the reality of dealing with over 80 character matchups in Ultimate. Monty spills the tea on why you need to step out of your comfort zone and stop just playing your friends if you want to actually get good. There is a huge debate on how to practice, so we get into the nitty-gritty of Elite Smash, private Discord servers, and why playing randoms online might actually be better than sticking to your local crew.Jordan brings the old-school offline perspective while Monty breaks down how the new gen does it to handle lag and learn specific flows. We also discuss the mental game and how Monty finally beat Ouch at Port Priority by changing his head game. We chat about what he wishes his mom understood about the pro gaming career, the importance of family support, and how the pressure of the stage translates to real-life skills like engineering and handling stress.It’s all about having fun and not sweating the small stuff. Check out the new episode to hear the full story and get some pro advice on leveling up your life and your gameplay. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and comment to let us know what you think about the current state of the Smash scene!#smashbrosultimate #gamingmindset #elitesmashguide #supersmashbros #esportsplayerinterviewCHAPTERS:00:00 - Smash Bros Ultimate Podcast Intro1:17 - TyRanT Smash Career & History4:45 - Nairo Practice Partners & Training7:17 - Smash Ultimate Matchup Guide12:51 - Pro Smash Player Career Advice18:57 - Elite Smash vs Tournament Play20:25 - How To Improve At Smash27:47 - Gameplay Adaptation & Creative Smash30:30 - Pro Gaming & Family Support39:57 - Final Smash Podcast Thoughts40:23 - Follow Monty & Social Media43:18 - Future Podcast Episodes & Updates