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“ Scientists have demonstrated that dramatic, positive changes can occur in our lives as a direct result of facing an extreme challenge - whether it's coping with a serious illness, daring to quit smoking, or dealing with depression. Researchers call this 'post-traumatic growth.' ”

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Over time, even the tiniest meaningful actions add up, each one bringing you closer to a life that is truer to your dreams and free of regret.

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Jane Mcgonigal Dreams Inspirational Intentional Living Time

A game is an opportunity to focus our energy, with relentless optimism, at something we’re good at (or getting better at) and enjoy. In other words, gameplay is the direct emotional opposite of depression.

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Jane Mcgonigal Depression Gameplay Psychology Video Games

The opposite of play isn’t work. It’s depression.

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Jane Mcgonigal Depression Play

The research proves what gamers already know: within the limits of our own endurance, we would rather work hard than be entertained. Perhaps that’s why gamers spend less time watching television than anyone else on the planet.

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Jane Mcgonigal Entertainment Hard Work