Invest Like the Best with Patrick O'Shaughnessy Jane McGonigal – How Games Make Life Better - [Invest Like the Best, EP.138]
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Jul 16, 2019 
Jane McGonigal, a world-renowned game designer and author of "Reality is Broken," discusses the transformative power of games. She explains how gaming fosters personal growth and collaboration, shifting focus away from competition. McGonigal shares her journey creating SuperBetter, a game that aids health recovery, emphasizing the role of play in overcoming challenges. The conversation encourages parents to engage in gaming with their kids and explores the psychological effects of design, aiming to harness games for real-world problem-solving.
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Games and Flow State
- Games effectively induce flow states, balancing challenge and skill.
- This flow helps players develop a growth mindset and apply skills to real life.
Gaming and Kids
- Ask kids what skills they use in games and how they overcome challenges.
- This helps connect virtual skills to real-life situations, promoting a growth mindset.
The Essence of Games
- Games involve unnecessary obstacles, sparking curiosity, creativity, and growth.
- This fosters collective intelligence as players learn and adapt together.
