You need to develop mental habits that allow you to activate the same brain patterns we activate during gameplay.
Jane McGonigalWhen we play games, our brains respond differently to stress and obstacles. We're better able to control our attention and ignore distractions.
Jane McGonigalIf you are a gamer, itโs time to get over any regret you might feel about spending so much time playing games. You have not been wasting your time. You have been building up a wealth of virtual experience that, as the first half of this book will show you, can teach you about your true self: what your core strengths are, what really motivates you, and what make you happiest.
Jane McGonigal