For more than a decade, ClassicallyTrained.net has been exploring the intersection of video games, leadership, and personal growth. Today, I’m beyond excited to share something that’s been years in the making: my new book, If Video Games Have Taught Me … Continued
Because If Video Games Have Taught Me Anything… it’s that you never win alone. I’m thrilled (and slightly nervous) to say that my next book is almost here:“If Video Games Have Taught Me Anything” — a love letter to the … Continued
Earlier this year, I published my coloring book featuring life lessons inspired by some of my favorite video games: “If Video Games Have Taught Me Anything: A Video Game Life Lesson Coloring Book.” This project was a lot of fun, … Continued
If you’ve been a long-time ClassicallyTrained.net reader, you already know: video games are more than just entertainment. They shape our minds, challenge our skills, and—when we really pay attention—teach us invaluable lessons about life, perseverance, and personal growth. Over the … Continued
Wow. What a game. I recently obtained my first PlayStation Platinum Trophy ever (are you surprised?), and it was God of War: Ragnarok that finally engaged me enough to invest the time and effort. God of War: Ragnarok is … Continued
Hi, I’m Jon, It’s been a while since I’ve written a more personal post, so I figure now is a perfect time. A few years ago I started ClassicallyTrained.net as a way to share two of my passions: Video Games … Continued
If Video Games Have Taught Me Anything… “…video games are for everyone.” Awkwafina ACTOR/COMEDIAN/RAPPER/WRITER – Crazy Rich Asians, Raya and the Last Dragon, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, Akwafina is Nora from Queens A bit more about … Continued
What if one of the greatest additions to a beloved video game series, was also the most overlooked? Chris Kohler makes a compelling case for the most criminally neglected Final Fantasy V in his book of the same name. Final … Continued
I see now that the circumstances of one’s birth are irrelevant. It is what you do with the gift of life that determines who you are. – MewTwo, Pokemon For many, it is easy to focus on all the disadvantages … Continued
Blind pursuit of power is a meaningless vice – Amarant, Final Fantasy IX It can be easy to focus on your goal, only to miss the point of why you are pursuing the goal to begin with. The word “power” … Continued
