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Curiosity got to me, and I checked my Nextdoor app last night. What I saw made me simultaneously happy and sad. This is part of a post from a local man looking to find friends. Particularly, he'd love to connect with people who share his love for euro board games. Humans want - need - connection. It fuels us. When we find others who share common passions (e.g. our love of a specific type of game), we feel at home...at ease...happy. People naturally gravitate toward others who share qualities, interests, backgrounds, etc. that are similar to their own. This man is looking for people he can be silly with. He's looking for folks who enjoy frisbee golf and would like to join him at the foosball table. He's looking for friends who want to play many, many euro board games. This man is looking for his #community. True, authentic connection is the key to Community - whether it's formally organized at an organization or in daily life. And that's what makes it special. My heart is happy to see this real-life example of someone perfectly displaying his need for community. And my heart is equally sad that he's still searching for his tribe. I hope he finds them soon. 🧡 To anyone who's building, maintaining or dreaming about the future of Community...this post is an illustrated validation of your work's value. Keep moving forward, because you're truly changing lives. #customeradvocacy #connection

🎉 Let’s Play in May! 🎈   In today's fast-paced world with exponentially growing to-do lists, it's easy to forget the power of play. While we may remember to exercise or journal, it's rare to hear of anyone taking time for play. But here's the thing: play isn't just fun and games—it's a game-changer!   Despite its widespread recognition for its numerous benefits in learning, creativity, problem-solving, innovation, and performance, play stands in stark contrast to being a mere means to an end. Play – per definition – is an activity sought for the pure purpose of bringing us joy in the moment. It allows us to be truly alive and thriving. Play is nourishment for a flourishing soul and a flourishing world, with its multitude of merits emerging as a natural byproduct. So let us honor play, not hidden behind agendas of productivity, but let's embrace its true magic and revisit the carefree days of childhood, where Pippi Longstocking and Super Mario sparked our joy and imagination. 🌟   Join me, Birna Dröfn Birgisdóttir, and Markus Utomo on an adventure to rediscover the delight and transformative power of play. 🌈 Throughout May, we'll dive into fascinating facts, share inspiring stories, and even have some game cards up our sleeves for instant fun! 🃏 👉 https://lnkd.in/epha48nf   We’d like to hear how intentional playtime is making a difference in your life! #LetsPlay #PowerOfPlay #PlayInMay #RediscoverJoy #GameChanger #ChildhoodMemories #PureJoy #FlourishingSoul #EmbracePlay #FunAndGames #JoyfulJourney #PlayfulAdventure Credits: Image by Pixabay

Play is the best way to connect! I knew when I built the Teen Talk Program, I need it to be fun, interactive and educational. I dug down deep into the hundreds of resources I had from my years (30+) of working with kids and teens to find the right games that would help me set the tone for each session. To connect & gain trust, you need to speak their language. Games, activities, icebreakers, whatever you want to call them is the way to go! In this video, I explain one of my favorites we used to play on ships with vacationers. Let me know in the comments if you were able to go through the GREEN GLASS DOORS before then end of the video!

Creating a positive online gaming environment is essential for player satisfaction and community health. Here's why it matters and how to achieve it: - A positive atmosphere leads to better engagement and enjoyment. - Addressing negative behaviors creates a more inclusive space. - Both must collaborate to foster a supportive environment. - Games like FFXIV and Animal Crossing highlight the impact of positive communities. Explore the full article to learn more about fostering positivity in gaming: https://lnkd.in/gakeKdzC

Making a #hit #game is hard, and then comes the real challenge: to update it and keep serving the high-expecting player base. There are always a bunch of conflicting voices in these situations, from both within the dev team and outside community. The game is also large and complex and it can be hard to predict all gameplay situations that will happen. I'm not sure if that's the case at Arrowhead Game Studios, but for some reason, their latest update didn't sit as well as it could with their players. I think they are handling the situation in an 𝗲𝘅𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿, and would like to highlight what they are doing to prevent it from happening again, from their latest community update on https://lnkd.in/gah2w9Ur : - Explore creating a Public Test Server where they can get early player feedback before something is released - Post regular player surveys to gather more insights and feedback from the community. - A more transparent release notes approach - More blog posts and streams where they expand on their design choices These are some 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗽𝘀 that I believe any live service game should consider implementing - and 𝗱𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝗶𝘁 until things go wrong. Once fans churn a salty impression can last and spread within your community, and gamers have long memories. Taking the time and resources to 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗱𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 will pay off - by doing so, you are 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗴𝗼𝗼𝗱𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹, which will ensure your gamers persist through any future missteps - because they have the trust that you will fix them. The players who feel like their voices have been heard, can even put their neck outs for you, and speak on your behalf for those who are new. Some of them will even become your ambassadors. Therefore, 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 as you follow each other on the game's journey for years ahead. When all other players leave for new titles, those whose trust and respect you have earned are the ones that are likely to remain - and try out any future titles you release. #gamedevelopment #livegames #servicegames #updates #community

If you also play Pokemon Go, let's be friends. I know this is a professional networking site, so please do forgive me for the random posts. Here is why I am sharing this with my connections. First off, "Tom" is our nephew's name, he got me started with the game during the holidays. Hence I borrowed his name. And of course he enjoy skate boarding. Let's talk about the game Pokemon Go. The premises is if you walk around, the pokemons will appear. The intent is to catch them, defend/defeat gyms, and level up. The key word here is "WALKING". Ever since I started playing this game, I've been consistently walking at least 2 miles a day to catch pokemons. I also lost 5lbs without putting in much thought or effort. It is very randon, fun, and got me moving all of a sudden. I am recommending this to all of my clients as a matter of fact. Anything that can get us out of the chair, away from the monitor, under the blue sky, let's try it. If you play, let's be friends. #pokemongo #randomthoughts #weirdestwaytomove #healthandwellness #hobbies

🌹 "Love Match Games: Play, Connect, and Rekindle Joy!" In our fast-paced lives, finding time for meaningful connections with our partners can be challenging, yet it’s crucial for nurturing lasting relationships. Whether you're navigating the early days of a partnership or cherishing decades of companionship, integrating playful activities can strengthen bonds and inject joy into our daily routines. Introducing Games for Love Card 1 — a series of playful and thoughtful activities designed for couples looking to deepen their connection and add a dash of fun to their interactions. From puzzle-solving to sharing dreams and creating personal playlists, each game is a step toward understanding and appreciating your partner more deeply. 👫 Why not bring this concept into our professional lives as well? Just as these games can enhance personal relationships, team-building activities rooted in play can improve communication, trust, and collaboration in the workplace. 💬 We are curious—how do you use playful activities to strengthen relationships, both personal and professional? What has been your most successful team-building exercise? -Markus #love #letsplayinmay #game   

**GIVEAWAY** #whowillyoubecome We're only 35ish followers until 7777 on X. If that ain't good what is? Conan: Nothing! Ernie Gary Gygax Jr is getting married on the 7th too, so time to celebrate! We're giving away two sets, which include a copy of doom metal Marijannah's Istanah album on special edition red vinyl, one of the remaining copies of the GiantLands limited 1st edition, a preview copies of the 1st official adventure, James M. Wards last, GL1 "The Broken Road", plus codes to download the #GiantLands albums on Bandcamp. Wheeew! If that wasn't enough we'll also toss in a load of extras, like Sigil coins & a dice bag. This special set, shipped first to our Kickstarter backers & preorder customers, when we started shipping the game, three years ago on Xmas! To enter, respond to this post with a description of whom you would like to become in the future age, now upon us in this #giatland. make sure to follow both Wonderfilled GiantLands. Bonus points if your response is PG-13, & show us your best #cosplay or mask! Just like in the game, you'll get special bonus modifiers for your good spirit. Use the hashtag #whowillyoubecome & tag both Wonderfilled & GiantLands in the post(s). Enter as many times as you like. We're accepting entries through Saturday August 31st at Midnight, Central. Winner will need to provide real name, email, and shipping address. If not claimed within 48hrs, a new winner will be named. Two random participants will be chosen by the Wonderfilled team. Offer only good on X (Twitter) & Threads. http://wondefilled.games https://lnkd.in/gnR6H3Gv #TTRPGCommunity #osrgame #gygax #Elmore #game #roleplayer #cosplayers #heavymetal #roleplaycommunity #doommetal #Contest #indiegames

With Easter fast approaching, here are some tips and reminders of games to play in your outdoor play areas, and some for those wet playtime days! Eggjoy! https://lnkd.in/efh2NuNZ #outdoorplay #schoolplayequipment #schoolfun #easterplayideas #easterschoolfun #allinclusiveplay #commecialplay

2024: The Year of the Pear 🍐 A Decade of PearFiction! And here we are, folks—2024, The Year of the Pear! What an unbelievable ride the past 10 years have been. From our humble beginnings to becoming a climbing powerhouse studio with 40+ Pearfectionists worldwide and 10+ game releases this year alone, it’s been a journey of pushing boundaries, breaking records, and redefining what’s possible. Every game we’ve created, every challenge we’ve faced, and every win (both big and small) has shaped us into who we are today. From our first ventures into the world of mobile games to our skyrocketing success in the world of Real Money Games, the last decade has been nothing short of legendary. But here’s the real story—YOU are the reason we’ve come this far. Every single person who’s been part of this journey, every team member, player, and supporter, you are the core of PearFiction’s story. 💙 We’ve hit incredible milestones this year, and as we wrap up this 10-year anniversary campaign, we can’t help but tease what’s next… because believe us when we say, the next 10 years are going to be even bigger! 🚀 But first... before we launch into the future, let’s take a moment to celebrate. #10YRSOFPEAR 🔞 | gamcare.org.uk | begambleaware.org