by Saul Estrada
For some people, video games can be a distraction from the real world, but for me, they’re a way to escape my problems in life, such as stress from school and family.
I’ve been playing video games since I was nine years old. They have always helped me through difficult moments, such as family deaths and feeling overwhelmed from being pressured to do good in school. Being pressured through these difficult moments isn't the most helpful thing for me because it only adds to my stress.
Overthinking my school grades has always affected me in life. It makes me feel like I am failing my parents’ expectations such as getting A’s and B’s and going straight to a university. But once I start playing video games, everything leaves my mind.
Playing video games is like being a whole different person. When I play, I feel like I am actually good at something, but there are always better people out there which makes playing FIFA 18 and Black Ops 3 a better challenge. It's not only a way to leave my problems behind, but it's also a way to virtually connect with friends and family members from around the world.
Playing video games can be a distraction from responsibilities, but it's also a way to relax, have fun, and even escape your problems in life.
I’ve been playing video games since I was nine years old. They have always helped me through difficult moments, such as family deaths and feeling overwhelmed from being pressured to do good in school. Being pressured through these difficult moments isn't the most helpful thing for me because it only adds to my stress.
Overthinking my school grades has always affected me in life. It makes me feel like I am failing my parents’ expectations such as getting A’s and B’s and going straight to a university. But once I start playing video games, everything leaves my mind.
Playing video games is like being a whole different person. When I play, I feel like I am actually good at something, but there are always better people out there which makes playing FIFA 18 and Black Ops 3 a better challenge. It's not only a way to leave my problems behind, but it's also a way to virtually connect with friends and family members from around the world.
Playing video games can be a distraction from responsibilities, but it's also a way to relax, have fun, and even escape your problems in life.