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A gamer psycho-analyzes himself
12 years ago
I just realized on the way to school that my escapist tendencies have pretty much stopped.
You'll recall, probably, that I once told you I play role-playing games to escape, but lately I've been playing fewer role-playing games and more dungeon crawlers and simulators. Still in fantasy worlds, but less because I want to escape from the real world and more because, to me, dragons and dwarves and gnomes *are* my real world.
I'm not even as much of a furry as I used to be; the furry fandom itself was an escape for a very long time, an escape I no longer need. Still a great fandom, don't get me wrong, but if I'm honest I was never the most active of furries. Kind of like how I like My Little Pony FiM but can't really call myself a ``brony.''
I've been playing fantasy titles because they bring me childlike glee, not because they help me escape from negative feelings. In fact it's been a while since I completed an adventure or role-playing game. It's more of an indulgence than an escape.
I've been happier lately. I'm most likely going to be making my target income next year, and my life is only just beginning. That's awesome. Granted, it's no pet dragon or grand fantasy adventure, but it's what I've always wanted. My dream job is within arm's reach and my boyfriend is everything I've ever wanted. All I need to do is graduate and then I can focus on my passions.
I guess what I'm saying is press on with your dreams and never compromise, because it will all pay off with time, and usually sooner than you think.
It's weird that if I didn't play video games I would never have noticed this XD
You'll recall, probably, that I once told you I play role-playing games to escape, but lately I've been playing fewer role-playing games and more dungeon crawlers and simulators. Still in fantasy worlds, but less because I want to escape from the real world and more because, to me, dragons and dwarves and gnomes *are* my real world.
I'm not even as much of a furry as I used to be; the furry fandom itself was an escape for a very long time, an escape I no longer need. Still a great fandom, don't get me wrong, but if I'm honest I was never the most active of furries. Kind of like how I like My Little Pony FiM but can't really call myself a ``brony.''
I've been playing fantasy titles because they bring me childlike glee, not because they help me escape from negative feelings. In fact it's been a while since I completed an adventure or role-playing game. It's more of an indulgence than an escape.
I've been happier lately. I'm most likely going to be making my target income next year, and my life is only just beginning. That's awesome. Granted, it's no pet dragon or grand fantasy adventure, but it's what I've always wanted. My dream job is within arm's reach and my boyfriend is everything I've ever wanted. All I need to do is graduate and then I can focus on my passions.
I guess what I'm saying is press on with your dreams and never compromise, because it will all pay off with time, and usually sooner than you think.
It's weird that if I didn't play video games I would never have noticed this XD
