Hey guys,
This topic is something that I am guilty of. A few years ago I got really into a popular MOBA, I was good at it and started to get really invested. I played every chance I had, before work, on weekends and even in times that I should ave been spending with people I care about. This went on for 2 years, I got really good at the game, but I lost a lot. Friends and girlfriends were lost because I was putting my focus into this game.
Now I know what you are thinking, its just a game, how can it take over so much?. The simple answer is because I let it. There was a few factors that I can blame, I was depressed at the time and the sense of accomplishment was great. Was in a dead end job, this made me feel like I was doing something positive. The relationship I was in was not the best, a lot of negativity and belittling (isn't 20/20 vision great?).
But I wont blame them. Many hours have been spent thinking about this, but the main factor was me. I allowed myself to get addicted to a game, I allowed something on a computer to get in the way of being social with my friends.
Why am I saying this?, Well its a Saturday night, and I have been thinking a lot. I guess the message I am trying to say is that gaming is great, I still play a lot, but being social with your friends is something you shouldn't underestimate. So maybe, instead of playing that next game of LoL, give your friend a call, go for a coffee or a beer. Life is to short to spending it playing video games 24/7.
Sorry for the rant guys, just wanted to share my thoughts.
Ryanzie
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