Should I stop gaming,stop playing videogames as a 16yo?

IfURdngThsIFkdUrBtch · 2017-09-03T19:56:45+00:00

You're not addicted to video games buddy. You're likely a normal teenager, who enjoys things other teenagers enjoy. What you're not doing- which I see others have pointed out- is being active. Instead of dedicating hours to games, take an hour a day to lift or run (both, preferably). You're too young to fret over having a "good life". You know what will put you on the right track? Minding your health and appearance, GETTING A JOB, and spending time with your loved ones. Besides that, your time is yours. If you truly believe that games are hindering you, and that it's not a confirmation bias, then taper them back by half and see where that puts you AFTER you've gotten in the gym, and gotten a job. The world is yours kiddo.

staanje · 2017-09-03T19:44:40+00:00

Moderation dude, also eat more and lift more, you ll thank me in 4 years.

beefstew32 · 2017-09-03T19:28:20+00:00

Play video games. As long as you don't masturbate every 2 hours. Also get a job and a gym membership. Work at like Starbucks or something.

IVIaskerade · 2017-09-03T22:06:38+00:00

You don't have to give up video games, just recognise that they can be a time sink and plan accordingly. I still hop on counterstrike once a week or so with some friends - it's a great way to spend some time chatting with people I otherwise couldn't due to geographical distance whilst unwinding from a long day.

The key is not to game just because you're bored. If you're bored there's probably something else you can be doing, like learning a new skill or reading to expand your mind. Use gaming as a way to relax, but don't go overboard.

Instead of gaming you could :

Read some books from the sidebar, or some classic fiction
Learn to skateboard - skateboarding wil always be cool
Learn to juggle - it's easy and looks flashy, especially if you can do it with several different items you just pick up
Do housework - ideally you want to know how to care for a place before you find yourself alone and needing to
Practice cooking - again for living alone, but also because never having to eat boring food again is nice
Build things if you have access to tools - small things like jewellery boxes, tennis ball cannons, or making rings from coins
Look into paper trading to practice investment
Learn some programming - even basic python scripting can come in handy
Look for work - your CV probably won't be great at first but practice makes perfect, and the extra money is nice

TopKekSkye · 2017-09-03T20:03:10+00:00

You don't need to quit gaming to be happy, just know how to set it into moderation for yourself. Games are fun for a lot of people, and are pretty harmless unless you are truly addicted to them.

JohnFapWick · 2017-09-03T20:01:58+00:00

Do not watch porn and masturbate. Have hobbies. Video games are ok as long as it's not the primary. Do after school activities, hang out with girls and your boys, and then VG are ok

FlyingSexistPig · 2017-09-03T22:04:08+00:00

First off, you need to recognize that you are an unfinished project. You're 16 years old, and while girls who are 16 are almost done developing as human beings, you've really just begun your journey.

Your goal, in your development, is not to be some hot guy tomorrow. Your goal should be to be some hot guy in 2 years.
1) Lift. Get a program that's easy to follow, like Stronglifts 5x5.
2) Read. Learn things that the people around you might not already know. If you only learn things from talking to other people, you will never learn more than those people. Read, so that you have interesting things to talk about.
3) Pay attention to how you look. Take care of your skin, hair, and clothes. Wear deodorant if you need to.

Best of luck, young man.

01234five · 2017-09-03T19:28:31+00:00

I quit video games all at once about a year ago, no regrets, and I don't feel the need to play them anymore.

They're still fun when I come across them, but they're not a part of my life anymore (I don't any systems or a powerful enough PC).

pentakiller19 · 2017-09-03T20:25:11+00:00

If you enjoy it, no. You are only 16, no need to rush. Enjoy life.

Karacmore · 2017-09-04T01:01:32+00:00

You don't need to quit, some of the try hards here think gaming is the ultimate source of sin and if you enjoy it then you're some cuck. Just have moderation and find different hobbies. I game but I go to the gym and have a few dates lined up this week.

sintemir · 2017-09-04T01:26:54+00:00

If it is world of warcraft, quit. Coz that shit is addictive. If something else, i say keep it. Entertainment is human, addiction is beta.

Join a teamsport, handball or lacrosse someshit. It develops social skills as well as pysical. Aim to be captain. ( aspiring alpha). You wont have much time if do sports and wont be addict to videogames.

Also you can start on martial arts ( besides teamsport). They nurture each other mostly. ( bullies preys weak, if you do push ups and lift , they will feel your streght and keep away or maybe try to make you join their team asshole and it will be up to you be a good alpha or dark alpha which is also fun ). I would say bullies are mostly insecure lil bitches but thats me.

Stay away addiction :bong-oneitis-comfort.

Peace out.

lekkiplayboy · 2017-09-03T21:20:13+00:00

Go read illimitable man's post on Monk Mode. Illimitablemen.com

minoc_uo · 2017-09-03T22:49:37+00:00

You know yourself. Some people can handle casual gaming. If I play a little bit, I know the potential is there for me to get hooks and lose months of my life again. I don't want to risk it.

If you need something to do at home, get a book. Though if you are 16, still in school... I would focus on school. You will be happy you did for the rest of your life. Study on how to study better. Read books that interest you. Learn technolgy... programming, rasberry pi. Join the debate team. Set up your life now for the future.

JustJustin121 · 2017-09-03T23:03:27+00:00

Gaming isn't inherently bad but I think that it can hurt your confidence and will cause people to judge you. That's why I'm trying to quit playing video games.

EXjayW · 2017-09-04T00:10:54+00:00

Take a break.....recalibrate

2comment · 2017-09-04T17:22:13+00:00

Video Games are not satan but they're a time suck and worthless fake experiences. When someone looks back on their life, they're not going to be lamenting "Man, I wish I played more vidya games when I was X age."

And it's hard to share memories like, "Remember that time I got that hole in one in Golden Tee?" Best Case Scenario: Who the fuck cares? A video game is a lonely introverted world of one in 99% of cases, and even in a group isn't an experience you can carry into any other group.

Go do something worthwhile. Save the games for when you need to kill time when your sick in the hospital or having downtime watching TV anyway.

WHat should I do instead in my free time?

Something challenging, not easy.

trpanak1n · 2017-09-04T01:55:14+00:00

stop fucking worrying so much, kid.

RedSkeller · 2017-09-04T02:28:52+00:00

Next time you go to game, think about if you want to or need to and try to distinguish the two.

Anon241469 · 2017-09-04T03:05:04+00:00

No, do other things to take care of your mental health. Good nutrition (Vitamins, minerals, etc), plenty of sleep, and EXERCISE! Use your muscles and your mind will be happy again.

Pinnacle_Pickle · 2017-09-04T05:10:40+00:00

This comment will probably get buried but i hope you see it. No you do not need to quit playing video games. Anyone who says you do is an idiot. However , just like movies, television, smoking or any other form of relaxation and entertainment, do not let it control your life

Run, lift, learn new skills. Continue to improve yourself and get closer to your life goals. Play games in your down time. Down that you've earned by doing more important shit.

beginner_ · 2017-09-04T05:15:45+00:00

moderation and discipline. Same with eating or lifting. Make a plan for the day and stick to it.

went to school?
did homework?
went to gym / did some sports or physical activity?
completed chores at home?

If you answer yes, then feel free to play video games but stop on time to get enough sleep.

The point of feeling depressed after video games is because you used it as distraction to not think and not have to do uncomfortable stuff. Not having done/achieved anything at the end of the day will make you feel bad about yourself.

oldredder · 2017-09-04T07:39:30+00:00

no. you should make sure you limit the time per day or per week so it's still entertaining, still building reflexes but not messing with the rest of your schedule. And don't spend cash on games like an idiot. There's plenty more important things.

max 2 hours a day or max 3 hours a week sounds fine plus getting all your other shit done be it studying or laundry or cooking or whatever.

flatox · 2017-09-04T15:18:09+00:00

No if you enjoy it, truly, and not just as a way to escape a shitty everyday, then keep it up so long as you get your other responsibilities done.

dammit_redskins · 2017-09-04T18:11:49+00:00

Dude if you start seriously lifting at 16 and eating right, you will fucking slay in college if you go. Most dudes at 18-20 are either fat, skinny-fat, or scrawny little bitches, and then you'll be there, looking like a greek god.

mattertea · 2017-09-03T22:11:41+00:00

Didn't read. My answer is YES

kieran9323 · 2017-09-03T19:47:15+00:00

dontbedenied · Mon Sep 4 0:07:21 2017 UTC

I quit video games when I was 17 or so. Definitely one of the best decisions of my life. I was using video games as an escape because I had really bad acne and was too embarrassed to go out. And honestly when you've got bad acne on top of existing anxiety problems, sometimes you need an escape, but some escapes are better than others.

I taught myself how to play guitar with the time I had been spending gaming. Also started spending a little more time with friends. I wish I had been lifting. That is the only thing you need to be doing for certain. That and being more social.

Title	Should I stop gaming,stop playing videogames as a 16yo?
Author	GT514ad
Upvotes	17
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Date	September 3, 2017 7:21 PM UTC (8 years ago)
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