[sacnoradhq]

Try writing or coding for fun.

Caffeine, while increasing focus, ups anxiety and cardio load.

Exercise (HIIT) I find is better at increasing focus and decreasing anxiety.

[12345hn6789]

Why are you assuming the parent comment does not exercise? Or want to consume caffeine? Certainly those are worse long term than a 15 minute video game session.

[codespin]

Replacing even a small amount of your gaming time with consistent exercise goes so far.

Once you realize that you can actually achieve anything you set your mind to just by making a routine you will find yourself wanting to shift the time and effort going into games into real world success.

[notfed]

This and the parent comment come off as patronizing and missing the point.

Grandparent was giving an anecdote about how video games work for them, not asking for alternative advice.

[galleywest200]

Just remember the whole "all work and no play" thing though.