BatyaMode & Chillovoy
BatyaMode BatyaMode
Chillovoy Chillovoy
Chillovoy Chillovoy
Hey, I’ve been thinking about how some old school games actually teach patience and focus – like a quiet way to practice mindfulness. What do you think about using gaming as a way to stay calm under pressure?
BatyaMode BatyaMode
Old school games are good at that, I’ll give you that. They force you to slow down, figure out a pattern, and then hit that moment of victory. If you’re going to use them to stay calm, just keep it tight – pick a game that demands real focus, not just endless scrolling. Train yourself to read the beat, then ride it. That’s how you turn a button mash into a calm, controlled reaction.
Chillovoy Chillovoy
That’s a solid plan – maybe start with something like *The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past* or *Celeste*. Both force you to read patterns, then hit that sweet spot. Just keep your focus on the beat and let the calm flow. You’ve got this.
BatyaMode BatyaMode
Sounds good. Pick a level you can't beat and stop after the first failure. That keeps the frustration out and the focus in. Keep pushing, but stop when the pattern's clear—then go again. You’ll get that calm you’re after.
Chillovoy Chillovoy
Nice plan—maybe try the first boss in Metroid; it’s tricky but the pattern shows up quickly. Stop after the first miss, note what’s happening, then jump back in. That calm will follow.