I'm struggling with gaming addiction

[elija6266]

Hello there,

It's been a constant battle for me to limit my gaming time or even quit altogether. I find myself spending countless hours gaming, neglecting my responsibilities, and feeling isolated from friends and family.

I've tried various methods to control my gaming habits, but nothing seems to work in the long term. I'm worried about the impact it's having on my life and relationships.

I'd love to hear from others who have faced similar challenges and have successfully overcome or are currently working through gaming addiction.

What strategies have helped you break free from the grip of gaming?

How do you cope with cravings and urges to play? And most importantly, how do you rebuild your life outside of gaming?

Hoping in a quick response.

Thankyou in advance.

[ayeshakhankhi]

same here I am also struggling with severe backbone pain issue because of my gaming addiction. 

[richter]

On 3/15/2024 at 8:58 AM, elija6266 said:

What strategies have helped you break free from the grip of gaming?

I can only speak for myself:

- I gave away all my valuable in-game stuff

- I deleted all of my gaming accounts

I had relapsed once before doing the above, and the thought of having to start from scratch helps to cope with urges to play. I just cannot be bothered, and most of all: after the relapse I realised that I cannot game moderately. I journaled here online, daily for the first few weeks after quitting. It was helpful to get my thoughts out somewhere.

On 3/15/2024 at 8:58 AM, elija6266 said:

how do you rebuild your life outside of gaming?

In progress! 😅 Quitting gaming opens up a lot of free time. I'm still struggling with internet addiction but overall I am a healthier person with more hobbies: running, lifting, gardening, reading ... You get all these opportunities to re-discover your interests and re-shape yourself. The first period definitely sucks though. So much boredom!

Good luck.