45 min

Helping brains with Video Games feat. Betwixt Grief Burrito Gaming Podcast

    • Video Games

Join us on this exciting journey as we explore the fascinating intersections of mental health, gaming, and creativity. Listen in as our guest Hazel, known for her inspiring mental health content on TikTok, candidly shares her personal journey of battling burnout and the transformative power of therapy.
Learn how her love for sports and art culminated in the creation of a video game designed to improve mental health. Hazel's story is a testament to the healing power of creativity and therapy.
The episode doesn't stop there, as we explore the innovative potential of games to positively impact mental health. Discover how our game, Betwixt, weaves elements of psychology and therapy into a captivating choose-your-own-adventure fantasy. We discuss the immersive game mechanics and the potential benefits of games beyond just entertainment.
Listen in as we discuss the influence of sound in games and the idea of "game juice." This conversation challenges the perception of games and highlights their potential therapeutic benefits.
Finally, we discuss the transformative power of storytelling in games, highlighting the potential of VR technology to elevate the gaming experience. Hazel shares her plans to expand our game "Betwixt" with more depth and exploration of self-awareness topics.
Don't miss out on this conversation about the role of gaming in therapy, self-awareness, and emotional regulation. We also touch on the importance of staying true to oneself on social media, the therapeutic benefits of role-playing games, and a heartwarming story of a boxer who overcame their anxiety. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in mental health, personal growth, and the evolving role of gaming in therapy.
(00:00) - Exploring Mental Health and Gaming
(06:20) - Testing Game's Therapeutic Potential
(10:46) - Gaming's Role in Mental Health Improvement
(15:58) - Self-Awareness and Emotional Regulation in Gaming
(22:05) - Social Media and Personal Growth Impact
(28:38) - Role-Playing and Therapy
(36:15) - From Boxing to Writing
Community Here   / discord   We hope you enjoy this episode and if you have any feedback or comments please contact us on griefburrito@gmail.com Our Socials linktr.ee/griefburrito Want up to 90% off all the latest games? Click here for huge video game discounts! http://www.cdkeys.com/?mw_aref=GriefB...
Mental Health, Video Gaming, Creativity, Therapy, Burnout, Personal Journey, Healing, Therapy, BeBetwixtt, Choose-Your-Own-Adventure, Fantasy, Psychology, Sound, Game Mechanics, Self-Awareness, Emotion Regulation, Social Media, Role-Playing Games, VR Technology, Storytelling, Rogue, Mindful Entertainment, Curiosity, Social Media, TikTok, Viral, Toxic Relationships, Role-Playing, Dungeons and Dragons, Hero Quest, Learning Disabilities, Social Difficulties, Gisdalt Chair, Internal Family Systems, Compassion, Connection, Boxing, Anxiety, Peace, National Title, Book, Writing, Anxiety Monster, Agent, Editor, Acceptance, Self-Love

Join us on this exciting journey as we explore the fascinating intersections of mental health, gaming, and creativity. Listen in as our guest Hazel, known for her inspiring mental health content on TikTok, candidly shares her personal journey of battling burnout and the transformative power of therapy.
Learn how her love for sports and art culminated in the creation of a video game designed to improve mental health. Hazel's story is a testament to the healing power of creativity and therapy.
The episode doesn't stop there, as we explore the innovative potential of games to positively impact mental health. Discover how our game, Betwixt, weaves elements of psychology and therapy into a captivating choose-your-own-adventure fantasy. We discuss the immersive game mechanics and the potential benefits of games beyond just entertainment.
Listen in as we discuss the influence of sound in games and the idea of "game juice." This conversation challenges the perception of games and highlights their potential therapeutic benefits.
Finally, we discuss the transformative power of storytelling in games, highlighting the potential of VR technology to elevate the gaming experience. Hazel shares her plans to expand our game "Betwixt" with more depth and exploration of self-awareness topics.
Don't miss out on this conversation about the role of gaming in therapy, self-awareness, and emotional regulation. We also touch on the importance of staying true to oneself on social media, the therapeutic benefits of role-playing games, and a heartwarming story of a boxer who overcame their anxiety. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in mental health, personal growth, and the evolving role of gaming in therapy.
(00:00) - Exploring Mental Health and Gaming
(06:20) - Testing Game's Therapeutic Potential
(10:46) - Gaming's Role in Mental Health Improvement
(15:58) - Self-Awareness and Emotional Regulation in Gaming
(22:05) - Social Media and Personal Growth Impact
(28:38) - Role-Playing and Therapy
(36:15) - From Boxing to Writing
Community Here   / discord   We hope you enjoy this episode and if you have any feedback or comments please contact us on griefburrito@gmail.com Our Socials linktr.ee/griefburrito Want up to 90% off all the latest games? Click here for huge video game discounts! http://www.cdkeys.com/?mw_aref=GriefB...
Mental Health, Video Gaming, Creativity, Therapy, Burnout, Personal Journey, Healing, Therapy, BeBetwixtt, Choose-Your-Own-Adventure, Fantasy, Psychology, Sound, Game Mechanics, Self-Awareness, Emotion Regulation, Social Media, Role-Playing Games, VR Technology, Storytelling, Rogue, Mindful Entertainment, Curiosity, Social Media, TikTok, Viral, Toxic Relationships, Role-Playing, Dungeons and Dragons, Hero Quest, Learning Disabilities, Social Difficulties, Gisdalt Chair, Internal Family Systems, Compassion, Connection, Boxing, Anxiety, Peace, National Title, Book, Writing, Anxiety Monster, Agent, Editor, Acceptance, Self-Love

45 min