Passion for computer games can turn into addiction and bring a lot of undesirable consequences. Some people may just say stop, and their craving for games will fade over time. Others may need the help of specialists (psychologists). In such situations, the help of loved ones is certainly invaluable, however, you can try to cope with this problem yourself.
Instruction manual
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The first decisive step for you will be the removal of all games, even solitaire games and various fortune-telling from your computer. Send to the basket also all malicious links, any bookmarks on the game.
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When searching for information on the Internet on many sites, you can stumble upon advertising on computer games. Try to concentrate only on what you need and not be distracted. Perhaps it makes sense to install the so-called "banner cuts", of course, this will not completely solve the problem, but part of the game advertising will hide.
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Transfer your attention from the virtual world to the real one. You can start with the usual short walks, shopping, nature trips. Be more in public, walk, ride a bike.
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Remember the main values of life: family, friends. Maybe it’s for their sake to change your lifestyle. Meet with friends more often, relax with family, children. Think about the fact that instead of playing on a computer, you can read a fairy tale to your child, collect puzzles with him, watch a cartoon, or make him something sweet.
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They say a wedge is knocked out by wedge. To get rid of one addiction, you can switch to another, safer and more useful. Start drawing, get carried away by quilling, collecting any trifles. Think about your musical preferences, start playing the guitar or some other instrument, sign up for dancing, master the art of photography.
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Learn to control yourself. You must clearly understand what you expect from yourself and what you want to achieve in life. If you have a craving to play, try to clearly and firmly say no to yourself.
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Describe your day in points: what you need to do, where to go, whom to visit. Do not leave yourself free time. And if there is one, spend it with benefit for yourself or your family. Go to the park, cinema, theater or cook something delicious for your friends or family.
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Take care of your health. Sign up for a gym, pool or massage. So you can relieve stress and escape from obsessive ideas about games. In extreme cases, consult a psychologist. He will help you cope with this addiction and feel free from virtuality.