I agree. I once read somewhere that a game is "voluntary overcoming of unnecessary obstacles". I think what makes playing so productive is that there is very little real-world risk attached to it and people take part freely. Not much is on the line, so I can try out what I want. It's like ordering an avocade milkshake to try it out, but if I'm broke and this is my dinner, I would for sure order the safe option.
I agree. I once read somewhere that a game is "voluntary overcoming of unnecessary obstacles". I think what makes playing so productive is that there is very little real-world risk attached to it and people take part freely. Not much is on the line, so I can try out what I want. It's like ordering an avocade milkshake to try it out, but if I'm broke and this is my dinner, I would for sure order the safe option.
Haha avocado milkshake sounds actually really awesome.
I love the notion of "voluntary overcoming of unnecessary obstacles" - if the obstacles are unnecessary, who is having fun placing them?
Such a beautiful post!
One thing I’ve noticed is that when we laugh, we remember.
Who we are, memories that are buried. Feelings and emotions that are stuck release. Sometimes we’re even moved to tears.
That's very true - humor and laughter are the moments when we return to our nature. best thing ever.