We all like to dream. It’s what keeps us going in this screwed up world. But what’s the point in dreaming if our dreams only stay in our head. If we fail, then we fail but why shouldn’t we believe in ourselves and at least try and make them reality. What’s he going on about? You’re probably thinking. Yes you’re still on Gaj-it.com. The link between this faux-philosophical rambling and technology is Sony and their inspiring Make.Believe tagline.
You’ve all probably heard of the smash-hit Playstation 3 game franchise Little Big Planet 2. But do you know the story behind it? In attempt to wake up the sleepy souls of the masses Sony is telling the story of LittleBigPlanet John, in order to show that dreams can come true. It all sounds a bit nauseatingly cheesy and naive but take it from me, the story of John the builder is truly astonishing and very inspirational.
After a staggering 12 near death experiences (including being buried alive and stabbed with a pool cue) John decided that it was time to take a break from the construction industry. He had been working on game designing in his spare time (a passion he had since childhood.) He almost gave up on his dream but after leaving his career as a builder behind him he had a proper go at making it in the world of gaming and he’s never looked back. Watch the video below to hear the story in his own words.
So what’s your passion? Does John inspire you? My dream is to get a novel published and make it as a fiction writer. I’m only 21 so my whole life’s in front of me, but soon I’ll have to leave my writing behind, hit the real world and get a job. But thanks to LittleBigPlanet I know that a job is not the end of a dream.
So dig out your dreams, get your creative hat on and have a go at whatever makes you happy. To get yourself into the creative spirit head over to the LittleBigPlanet, make.believe on their Facebook page and create a sackboy. (See mine below*.) Plus you’ll get the chance to win a Sony experience pack, which includes a Sony BRAVIA TV, a PlayStation 3 and a Sackboy plush toy!
*It's Sherlock Holmes by the way (in honour of Conan Doyle.) If you're wondering why he's got boxing gloves on, then watch the film.