gamer.tv Posted May 28, 2019 Share Posted May 28, 2019 As we live in a world where people are working longer hours than their parents, work from home on a more regular basis, are electronically connected to work 24/7 and socially have more pressure than ever to be busy, how do you unwind? It could be 5 minutes of complete downtime, away from doing anything or something more substantial. The main thing for me is to clean and tidy. If I've sorted my house and garden to the point where I feel that it's satisfactory, I can then relax in a number of ways (reading, games, movies, television, drawing, guitar) but if everything around me is dishevelled, I really struggle to settle and concentrate. Exercise is another great way, normally running to something guitar driven. It gives me the chance to only concentrate on where I'm going and the immediate area around me. Walking the dog and specifically listening to the Giant Bomb/Beastcast is also a favourite. There's something about the familiar voices mixed in with gaming news and some fun that puts me in a great place and the mild exercise and enjoying spending time with my Dog is lovely. So, all of the above are horribly cliched, but it helps keep me on a level playing field. As a bonus question, do you think you take enough time out of the week for yourself? Between working at school and an office, seeing friends and family, spending time with my partner and doing some general life admin, I can't say that I do. Even when I leave both jobs in August, I'll be moving into a lifestyle that will be as consuming, though only in the single profession which will help. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
best3444 Posted May 28, 2019 Share Posted May 28, 2019 I use heroin. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spawn_of_Apathy Posted May 28, 2019 Share Posted May 28, 2019 a pint of Cherry Garcia Fro-yo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CastlevaniaNut18 Posted May 28, 2019 Share Posted May 28, 2019 Reading, video games, just depends. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr.Vic20 Posted May 28, 2019 Share Posted May 28, 2019 Gaming has always been an effective form of escapism for me! There are several things in my life, aside from work, that are rewarding, but they certainly aren't relaxing. Gaming is how I relax. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris- Posted May 28, 2019 Share Posted May 28, 2019 Reading, exercising, listening to the radio/Spotify, cleaning, having a drink (or two). I actually don't find gaming to be relaxing! It's enjoyable, but not something that helps me 'unwind'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nokra Posted May 28, 2019 Share Posted May 28, 2019 For me it's mostly getting out into nature, whether that means a hike, run, or a walk. I also love, love, love to sit along the river in the city I'm in and read. I try to take 30 minutes per day just to do that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remarkableriots Posted May 28, 2019 Share Posted May 28, 2019 50 minutes ago, Chris- said: Reading, exercising, listening to the radio/Spotify, cleaning, having a drink (or two). I actually don't find gaming to be relaxing! It's enjoyable, but not something that helps me 'unwind'. You should try playing Bejeweled because that relaxed me at least the infinite mode did. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreatGamble Posted May 28, 2019 Share Posted May 28, 2019 Climbing, hunting, fishing, music, riding horse, games, tv.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bloodporne Posted May 28, 2019 Share Posted May 28, 2019 Martial arts would be my #1 and has been for about 10 years. That might sound...not relaxing...but I find it a very much needed break from modern life in general in many aspects. The demand for discipline, different social structure and so on really erase a shitty day's worries for me. After that, definitely reading. Now that the weather has turned, I love to lay in the grass at my local park and read. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted May 28, 2019 Share Posted May 28, 2019 Drinking, playing some games, and more drinking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted May 28, 2019 Share Posted May 28, 2019 Just now, kittykat said: I get blackout drunk Wow. Stop copying me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted May 28, 2019 Share Posted May 28, 2019 10 minutes ago, kittykat said: Oh so now you acknowledge me Same Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuckle85 Posted May 28, 2019 Share Posted May 28, 2019 Video games, internet, sleep, podcasts, Netflix, food that I definitely spend a bit too much on but don't care, collecting action figures and cudding with puppers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bacon Posted May 28, 2019 Share Posted May 28, 2019 Skeet n Sleep Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Brian Posted May 29, 2019 Share Posted May 29, 2019 I had a pack of Stone Ruination last night. I am happy to report that I was very relaxed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Commissar SFLUFAN Posted May 29, 2019 Share Posted May 29, 2019 I don't. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Commissar SFLUFAN Posted May 29, 2019 Share Posted May 29, 2019 4 minutes ago, kittykat said: You should try it. Nah - I'm good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggie Posted May 29, 2019 Share Posted May 29, 2019 1 hour ago, kittykat said: You should try it. 57 minutes ago, SFLUFAN said: Nah - I'm good! You must enjoy something in life that lets you chill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris- Posted May 29, 2019 Share Posted May 29, 2019 2 minutes ago, Biggie said: You must enjoy something in life that lets you chill No; 'relaxation' is simply ceding ones tactical advantage to any potential adversary. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Posted May 29, 2019 Share Posted May 29, 2019 36 minutes ago, Chris- said: No; 'relaxation' is simply ceding ones tactical advantage to any potential adversary. Do you still take those Sunday Scaries? Thinking about trying them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Commissar SFLUFAN Posted May 29, 2019 Share Posted May 29, 2019 1 hour ago, Biggie said: You must enjoy something in life that lets you chill Nothing really lets me "chill". As @Chris- correctly stated, practically everything that I do -- even for "recreation" -- has the purpose of maintaining my edge over any and all potential adversaries (which I define as anyone who is NOT me). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggie Posted May 29, 2019 Share Posted May 29, 2019 11 minutes ago, SFLUFAN said: Nothing really lets me "chill". As @Chris- correctly stated, practically everything that I do -- even for "recreation" -- has the purpose of maintaining my edge over any and all potential adversaries (which I define as anyone who is NOT me). You must be fun at parties Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Firewithin Posted May 29, 2019 Share Posted May 29, 2019 17 minutes ago, SFLUFAN said: Nothing really lets me "chill". As @Chris- correctly stated, practically everything that I do -- even for "recreation" -- has the purpose of maintaining my edge over any and all potential adversaries (which I define as anyone who is NOT me). Inuk must help though right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Commissar SFLUFAN Posted May 29, 2019 Share Posted May 29, 2019 32 minutes ago, Firewithin said: Inuk must help though right? Inuk provides the necessary stimulative experience to ensure my continued connection with the animal kingdom and ability to preserve the life of another living creature if necessary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris- Posted May 29, 2019 Share Posted May 29, 2019 1 hour ago, Jose said: Do you still take those Sunday Scaries? Thinking about trying them. I ran out; I felt like they were good though, even if it was just a placebo effect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silentbob Posted May 29, 2019 Share Posted May 29, 2019 I love attending my garden and checking the everyday progress on my marijuana plants. Then it’s vaping it and watching tv/movie in my bedroom on my projector. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vaxick Posted May 30, 2019 Share Posted May 30, 2019 By letting things accumulate and then telling myself I should dedicate a day to correcting such things, but instead, watch television all day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Triage Posted May 30, 2019 Share Posted May 30, 2019 Watch a show Read Game Nature hike/walk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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