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+* Mindfulness, the game
+:PROPERTIES:
+:CUSTOM_ID: mindfulness-the-game
+:END:
+*Written by*: Craig Maloney
+
+*Version*: 0.3
+
+*License*: [[http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/][Creative
+Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International]]
+
+*Dedicated to*: JoDee, for everything.
+
+*Mindfulness, the game* is a solo journaling game about being mindful.
+It uses a series of prompts to help you be more in the moment and allow
+yourself to focus on being present in this moment.
+
+** Safety tools
+:PROPERTIES:
+:CUSTOM_ID: safety-tools
+:END:
+This game can stir up uncomfortable thoughts. If at any time you
+encounter a thought that you don't want to pursue then give yourself
+permission to just let that thought pass by. If you are unable to let it
+go then write "Here ends the session." and give yourself time to
+recover. This game is about exploration of our thoughts, not dredging up
+painful or discomforting thoughts.
+
+If you are up to it you might want to discuss those thoughts with a
+therapist or a trusted companion at a later date. This is completely
+optional and is outside of the scope of this game.
+
+** Equipment
+:PROPERTIES:
+:CUSTOM_ID: equipment
+:END:
+The following equipment is completely optional but may help you to
+better focus:
+
+*** Prompts
+:PROPERTIES:
+:CUSTOM_ID: prompts
+:END:
+- A six-sided "question" die with the words "who", "what", "where",
+  "when", "why", and "how" on each side (available from Steve Jackson
+  Games, Koplow, and others).
+- Alternatively, a six sided die with the numbers 1-6 on each side.
+
+*** Logging (optional)
+:PROPERTIES:
+:CUSTOM_ID: logging-optional
+:END:
+- A pad of paper with a writing implement (pen, pencil, crayon, etc.).
+- Alternatively, A computer with a text editor or word processor.
+
+*** A timer (optional)
+:PROPERTIES:
+:CUSTOM_ID: a-timer-optional
+:END:
+- An hourglass or electronic timer
+- A timer on your phone, computer
+
+*** Agitation (optional)
+:PROPERTIES:
+:CUSTOM_ID: agitation-optional
+:END:
+- Three tokens for marking when you get agitated through this entire
+  process
+- Alternatively, you can mark "agitated" in your journal
+
+Note that the simpler the tools the better the experience this game will
+offer.
+
+** The Game
+:PROPERTIES:
+:CUSTOM_ID: the-game
+:END:
+The main goal of the game is to have you think about this moment in time
+and focus on it. The prompts are there to help you focus on one
+particular aspect of this moment in time.
+
+If you would like to do a timed session set your timer for the desired
+amount. Short sessions may be 5-10 minutes, and a long session may be as
+long as 30 minutes to an hour. When starting off with this game you will
+want to start with 5-10 minute sessions. The recommended time for more
+advanced players is 30 minutes but any amount of time will do.
+
+Alternatively, you may play this where the game is finished when you
+have explored each of the prompts (who, what, where, when, why, and
+how).
+
+*** Choosing a prompt
+:PROPERTIES:
+:CUSTOM_ID: choosing-a-prompt
+:END:
+Roll the die to determine which of the prompts you will focus on for the
+next few minutes. If you have a standard six-sided die you may use the
+following table for the prompt (e.g.: if you roll a 1 then use the
+prompt "who?". Rolling a 2 equals the prompt "what?", etc.)
+
+| number | prompt |
+|--------+--------|
+| 1      | who?   |
+| 2      | what?  |
+| 3      | where? |
+| 4      | when?  |
+| 5      | why?   |
+| 6      | how?   |
+
+Take a few seconds to think about the prompt. Many times we'll already
+have something in our mind relating to the prompt, but if not the feel
+free to use the following as a guide:
+
+- *Who?*: This can relate to other people or ourselves. Who is on our
+  mind at the moment? Who do we want to show kindness to? Who are we in
+  this moment?
+- *What?*: This can relate to items or ideas that we have. What is in
+  front of us? What does this moment feel like? What has our attention
+  at this moment?
+- *Where?*: This can relate to places or mental space. Where are we
+  currently playing this game? Where is our mind wanting to go? Where do
+  we fit in the grand scheme of the cosmos?
+- *When?*: This can relate to time. When are we playing this game? When
+  is a good time to stop playing? When is this moment in time?
+- *Why?*: This can relate to purpose, motivation, or current feelings.
+  Why are we playing this game? Why have we chosen this moment? Why do
+  we feel the way we feel?
+- *How?*: This can relate to our current state. How are we playing this
+  game? How do we currently feel? How would we like to show up?
+
+These are just some ideas to get you started. You can interpret these
+prompts however you wish.
+
+*** Write about it
+:PROPERTIES:
+:CUSTOM_ID: write-about-it
+:END:
+Once you have given the prompt some thought the next part is to write
+about it. /Don't overthink this./ There's no wrong answer to these
+prompts. Whatever is grabbing your attention is what you should write
+about. Spend the next few minutes writing about what comes to mind.
+
+Keep in mind that this game works best with honesty but is not about
+trying to dredge up things that are uncomfortable. If you run into
+uncomfortable or painful thoughts then please refer to the *Safety
+Tools* section above for how best to handle them.
+
+*Remember*: this is a game about exploration of our thoughts. There's no
+right or wrong way to do this.
+
+*** Agitation
+:PROPERTIES:
+:CUSTOM_ID: agitation
+:END:
+During the game you'll notice yourself getting agitated, especially if
+you've set a timer and that time hasn't elapsed yet. That's part of the
+mindfulness process. Just note that you experienced agitation, either by
+moving a token or marking "agitated" in your journal. Then try to return
+back to the process of writing.
+
+*** Repeat
+:PROPERTIES:
+:CUSTOM_ID: repeat
+:END:
+Once you have completed your thoughts on the given prompt you may roll
+the die again for the next prompt. Refer to the steps in *Choosing a
+prompt* and *Write about it* for what to do for each prompt you roll.
+
+If you get the same prompt this session you may re-roll the die or
+continue exploring the thoughts around that prompt.
+
+If you have noted "agitation" three times then stop the timer. Move to
+*Finishing the game*.
+
+*** Finishing the game
+:PROPERTIES:
+:CUSTOM_ID: finishing-the-game
+:END:
+You may complete the game when you have explored each prompt, marked
+three "agitation", or when the timer goes off. Write down any additional
+thoughts you've had during this session and give yourself some gratitude
+for giving yourself space to explore your thoughts. Acknowledge any
+thoughts that were difficult or uncomfortable for you as being a part of
+you.
+
+When you have completed this final wrap-up the game is complete.
+
+*** Daily Practice
+:PROPERTIES:
+:CUSTOM_ID: daily-practice
+:END:
+This game can be part of a daily practice for journaling or meditation.
+Obviously the writing part would be optional for meditation, but it can
+be a good reminder to focus on one aspect of our lives at a time and
+give ourselves the space to explore those thoughts as they occur.
+
+** Tips
+:PROPERTIES:
+:CUSTOM_ID: tips
+:END:
+Here are some tips for playing this game
+
+- *Don't Rush!*: Take your time with this exercise. There are no bonus
+  points for finishing quickly or beating the timer. (We checked).
+- *Relax and Pace Yourself*: There might be points where you feel
+  overwhelmed or bored by this game. Pace yourself. Allow yourself to be
+  within the moment relax into it.
+- *TNSTAC*: "There's no such thing as correct". However you play this is
+  the correct way. This isn't a competition. (We also checked).
+- *You are enough*: This isn't really part of the game but it bears
+  repeating. You, in this moment, are enough.
+
+** Designer Notes
+:PROPERTIES:
+:CUSTOM_ID: designer-notes
+:END:
+This game came out of realizing that I had an abundance (read: too many)
+question dice. I didn't realize they came in a pack of 10. I thought
+about how best to use these dice and came up with the idea of using them
+for a journaling game of some form. There are several ways I could have
+approached this (dungeon crawl, walk through a town, etc.) but the first
+one that appealed to me was the idea of using it as a meditation tool
+for mindfulness. There might be others down the line as time and
+creativity permit, but I felt this one needed my attention first. Leave
+it to me to pick the least fantastical version of things to start with.
+
+I hope you enjoy this exercise. If you have any comments or would like
+to share your journey feel free to contact me at
+[[https://decafbad.net/contact]].