Why Dungeons and Dragons has Potential in Schools and Therapy

Dungeons and Dragons and other Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs) have immense value in strengthening communication skills, building confidence, and becoming more empathetic. I am too lazy to look up articles and studies but I wanted to share my personal experience with D&D; If you know of a study or article feel free to leave itContinue reading “Why Dungeons and Dragons has Potential in Schools and Therapy”

9 Ways I Spend Less Money

As a teacher, I know my income will never reach the stars based on my career alone. I am trying to build up my “brand” in order to eventually supplement my teacher salary. Spending less money is therefore really important to me. Here are 10 ways I spend less money than I used to: 1.Continue reading “9 Ways I Spend Less Money”

I Love to Play Music

Music, dance, and visual arts are mostly undervalued in our society (except for videogames). When I say undervalued I do not mean that there are not expensive shows to see or art pieces to own. I mean that not enough of our tax money goes towards supporting artists and encouraging everyone to express themselves artistically.Continue reading “I Love to Play Music”

Why I Love Dungeons and Dragons (and other TTRPGs)

My relationship with Dungeons and Dragons began somewhere around the year 2000 with the first Baldur’s Gate. I was already a fan of The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings and when I first explored the grounds of Candlekeep I was hooked. Ten years later I got my hands on Pathfinder and Dungeons and Dragons.Continue reading “Why I Love Dungeons and Dragons (and other TTRPGs)”

Why I Love Honey Buzz

I wish this was a paid endorsement, but like all of my other posts so far, I am just expressing my love for the things I love. Honey Buzz by Elf Creek Games shot to the top of my favorite board games (tied with Root) almost the first time I played it. This tile laying,Continue reading “Why I Love Honey Buzz”

Why I Love Acquisitions Incorporated

https://www.acq-inc.com/portfolio Acquisitions Incorporated is my favorite Dungeons and Dragons web series. They made it possible for livestreaming D&D sessions to become successful. The group started with Mike Krahulik and Jerry Holkins (creators of both the Penny Arcade webcomic and PAX conventions), Scott Kurtz (another webcomic creator), and the creative director of Dungeons and Dragons ChrisContinue reading “Why I Love Acquisitions Incorporated”