Summaries of books by Jane McGonigal:
Reality Is Broken
Why Games Make Us Better and How They Can Change the World
Jane McGonigal
The book argues that video games are fulfilling genuine human needs that the real world is currently unable to satisfy, and it presents the idea that game design principles can be used to fix what is wrong with reality by making real-life tasks more engaging and rewarding. It explores the psychological strengths of gaming, such as its ability to motivate and inspire, and suggests ways these strengths can be applied to solve real-world problems and improve people's lives.
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SuperBetter
The Power of Living Gamefully
Jane McGonigal
The book presents a strategy for improving resilience and achieving personal growth by applying gameful principles to real-life challenges. It outlines a seven-step approach that harnesses the psychological strengths of gameplay, such as optimism, creativity, courage, and determination, to overcome obstacles and foster well-being.
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Imaginable
How to See the Future Coming and Feel Ready for Anything—Even Things That Seem Impossible Today
Jane McGonigal
The book provides strategies and exercises to enhance one's ability to envision and prepare for various future scenarios, including unexpected and seemingly impossible events. It emphasizes the development of practical foresight skills to adapt to rapid changes and potential challenges in personal and global contexts.
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