Creating Positive Interactions Through Games
Batman and Robin, the most dynamic of duos, have battled the villainous forces of Gotham City side by side since 1940. Unfortunately spending long, arduous hours together in the pursuit…
Posts filed “Self Care”
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Video Game Development Crisis Conference Video Series
Read MoreIn April and May, Take This and the IGDA partnered to produce a webinar series and virtual conference focused on management, self-care, and technical resources for companies working through crisis.…
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When is Fear Healthy?
Read MoreWhen we think about it, all our emotions serve a purpose. Fear is no exception, even though it’s generally unpleasant. In the simplest terms, fear keeps us safe – at…
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The Social and Emotional Benefits of Playing Online Games
Read MoreBy Rachel Kowert We all know the stereotype of the socially inept, basement dwelling online gamer. You know, overweight male player with no friends that lives with their parents until…
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Take This, IGDA, and IGDAF Statement on Recent Events
Read MoreTake This, IGDA, and IGDAF Statement on Recent Events Video game organizations seek to create safer, more inclusive environments SEATTLE, WA – September 4, 2019 — In this past week,…
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Self-Care and Streaming: Taking Time Off
Read MorePopular YouTube creator Jacksepticeye recently announced that he is taking a break. He cited several reasons, including finding less joy in creating videos, fears of diminished quality of his work,…
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Let Tanya X Short Teach You How to Make Games and Meet Deadlines Without Burning Out
Read MoreEvery year, indie developers get together to close out GDC by sharing their hard-earned expertise. The talks are always fantastic, and this year is no exception. Ta You can watch…
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Here’s a Quick Productivity Hack for Perfectionists
Read MorePerfectionism is often touted as a good thing — a drive that keeps us striving harder for better results. But as anyone who’s struggled with perfectionism knows, it’s often more…