131 Is Pokemon Go A Terrible Game? Hear The Answer From Gym Leader Falkner aka Dylan Mead

Mindfulness Mode

Bruce Langford

Health & Fitness, Health & Fitness:alternative Health, Religion & Spirituality, Education, Spirituality, Self-improvement, Alternative Health

4.8 • 541 Ratings

🗓️ 11 August 2016

⏱️ 21 minutes

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Summary

Pokemon Go is a terrible game, according to some critics. Others say it has great features and can bring out the best in people. Does Pokemon Go have an aspect of mindfulness? Can it help us live in the moment and move our anxieties to the back burner? Recently, I attended a Gaming Event with my son called ConBravo which was billed as The Celebration Of Everything Geek. It was for gamers, movie, TV and Cosplay enthusiasts and others too. Dylan Mead was one of those passionate gamers and Cosplayers. In case you didn't know, Cosplay means dressing up like a character from a game, movie or even as a character you've created. Dylan loves Pokemon Go and was even dressed as a Gym Leader from the original world of Pokemon. Today I interview Dylan about the Mindfulness of Pokemon Go. We talk about how the game works, the general concept and challenges and what people like and don't like about it. When you stop to think about it, a game like Pokemon Go can be a positive mindful experience for people everywhere. Hope you enjoy the show.Contact InfoCompany: NintendoWebsite: Download Pokemon Go from the App Store on your device.Most Influential PersonPokemon Go has influenced many people. Some say it's in good ways, others would say the opposite. How has Pokemon Go affected your life?Effect on EmotionsHelps many people become more focused and grounded. If you are playing Pokemon Go with awareness of the moment and a sense of mindfulness, you will probably become more mindful of your emotions. Making good choices as to how to react to your emotions can help us feel more balanced and in control.Thoughts on BreathingPokemon Gyms and Gym Leaders are an important part of Pokemon. Do you think of deep, healthy breathing when you think of a gym or when you decide to go to the gym? Considering your breathing habits can be a positive way to improve your health.Suggested ResourcesBook: 21 Ways To Practice Mindfulness With Your Child Every Day For 7 Minutes by Bruce LangfordApp: Pokemon Go is available for download on IOS or Android.Advice for Newbie BE CAREFUL when you play Pokemon Go. Be mindful of your surroundings and be mindful of other people. Be safe and respectful while you play. Pokemon Go can be lots of fun and it can even help you live in the moment and enjoy time with family and friends. As in other aspects of life, remember to live mindfully and not be judgmental about others. Put yourself into the shoes of the other person and be a great role model.Thank You Bonus: Would you like to help your children become more mindful? Get this book for free right here:21 Ways To Practice Mindfulness With Your Child Every Day For 7 Minutes by Bruce Langford

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0:00.0	Mindfulness mode 131.
0:03.6	It encourages you to go into the world around you and explore.
0:07.9	Reach new heights of calm, focus, and happiness on Mindfulness Mode with me, your host, Bruce Langford.
0:14.9	On Mindfulness Mode, we talk about how people from all walks of life have discovered mindfulness
0:19.7	and how it's impacted their lives to help them
0:22.2	become more calm, focused, and happy. Stay tuned to the end of this interview as a thank you for listening.
0:28.8	I have a free mindfulness gift just for you. We're here at Con Bravo in Hamilton talking with
0:36.4	Dylan Mead, who is an expert at Pokemon Go.
0:40.2	And he's an expert because he loves to play it.
0:42.5	And we're going to talk about all things Pokemon Go and how it is a mindful experience.
0:47.8	So welcome to the show, Dylan.
0:49.5	Great to have you here.
0:50.8	Yeah, thanks for having me.
0:52.2	Yeah, it's my pleasure.
0:53.1	So as we get started, would you just
0:55.1	explain to us what is Pokemon Go? How would you kind of fill in a person who has no idea what
1:02.3	this is even about? So, Pokemon Go is a game for handheld devices, iOS and Android, where
1:10.2	when you play the game, you go out into the real world
1:12.8	and you walk around. And this is how you discover things in the game. You discover Pokemon,
1:17.2	which are the little creatures that you've probably heard of, like Pikachu and such. And you can
1:23.0	catch them. And it encourages you to go out into the world around you and explore, which I think is pretty
1:29.5	great. So the cool thing about it, and for our listeners out there, Mindful Tribe, I just want
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