144 John Teaches Children About Addiction in Video Games. ATTENTION PARENTS!

John is a recovering gambling addict, currently working to help kids and families avoid the pitfalls of gambling addiction in video games. John's journey is an incredible tale and easily the best transformation I have witnessed in my time running this podcast. He is a profound storyteller and I wish there were more people like him in the world. If you have ever wanted to see the power of lived experience, this podcast is for you.  DEFINITIONS- A loot box is typically a form of monetization, with players either buying the boxes directly or receiving the boxes during play and later buying "keys" with which to redeem them. In video games, skin gambling is the use of virtual goods, which are most commonly cosmetic elements such as "skins" which have no direct influence on gameplay, as virtual currency to bet on the outcome of professional matches or on other games of chance. Please listen and learn from those who know. A better life without gambling. Share Your Story - [email protected] Please leave us a rating or review wherever you get your podcasts. It helps those still struggling to find us!