Why I continue playing Lost Ark

I still play Lost Ark because it's more than just a game to me. It's where I found a supportive community that helped me through tough times, like my injury and anxiety. It's a place to make friends, share experiences, and feel connected. Despite the drama, I'm grateful for the people I've met and the outlet it provides. Gaming can be more than just a hobby – it's a lifeline. 🎮

🎮 Finding Comfort in the Online Gaming Community

Hey guys, happy Sunday! Today is my day off and I wanted to talk about why I'm still playing Lost Ark. I've been wanting to share my feelings about certain things on this channel for a while now, and I think it's a great opportunity to do so. If you enjoy this type of content, let me know in the comments.

🎮 Finding Comfort in Gaming

I've been asked why I'm still playing Lost Ark and streaming in general. To be honest, I'm feeling really anxious and I tend to suffer from anxiety. I used to take medication for ADHD, but I'm now learning to deal with my anxiety on my own. A few months ago, I suffered a bad injury - breaking my hip in a few places and undergoing surgeries. During that time, the support from my stream and the MMO community played a significant role in helping me through that difficult period.

🌍 The Appeal of MMO RPGs

Korean MMOs like Lost Ark have a niche community, and despite their pay-to-win functions, there are people who genuinely enjoy playing them. Personally, I almost exclusively play MMOs as it has been a way for me to make friends and stay connected with people. Whether it's through Lost Ark or other MMOs, I've met a lot of great people and made lasting friendships. As we grow older, it becomes more challenging to find friends, and gaming has been a way for me to avoid feeling lonely.

🌟 Finding Upliftment in Gaming

While streaming can take its toll on me, it also serves as an outlet to make connections and meet new people. It has allowed me to live a relatively comfortable life and afford necessary surgeries like my hip operation. In times when I'm not feeling my best, I'm grateful for the online gaming community as a form of healthy outlet and support.

🙌 Building a Positive Community

I realize that there's a lot of drama going on in the Lost Ark community, but I hate the idea of seclusion and wish that we could all work together more collaboratively. Despite this, I am grateful for the incredible people I've met through online gaming and the support I've received from my viewers. If you're struggling or feeling lonely, I hope you can find a healthy outlet in gaming and make meaningful connections with others.

I appreciate each and every one of you, and I hope that sharing my experience can help someone else who may be going through a tough time. Thanks for watching!