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by nextaccountic 1638 days ago
> After getting some counseling and getting married, I've realized that game development is a great coping mechanism to help you feel safe and in control. You are the master of your own universe. For some reason it also helps you feel worthy, like you've accomplished something.

> I'm not saying gamedev is bad, but I think a lot of people unknowingly use it to self-medicate.

This goes for any form of art: writing, painting, music, filmmaking, etc.