Game On: Turning Addiction Into Discipline | Faza Aksomo | TEDxAvicenna Cinere School

Core Argument - The speaker identifies as having been addicted to video games, spending a significant portion of their life (estimated at 50%) playing or watching them [3] - The speaker discovered a "reward system" in video games that provides instant feedback, contrasting with the delayed feedback in real life [6][7][8] - The speaker developed a strategy to combat addiction by using the video game reward system to build discipline, rewarding themselves with gaming sessions after completing tasks [11][12][13][14] Behavioral Analysis - Video games offer instant gratification through immediate rewards, making them highly addictive [8] - Real life lacks the instant feedback found in video games, making it difficult to maintain motivation for long-term goals like exercise and healthy eating [8][9] - The speaker's method involves using video games as a reward to reinforce positive behaviors and build discipline [11][12][13][14] Neuroscientific Aspect - The speaker suggests that their method trains the prefrontal cortex, which is responsible for emotion regulation, impulse control, and decision-making [15] - Strengthening these functions through the reward system helps in building discipline and overcoming addiction [15] Personal Transformation - The speaker successfully used this method to overcome their addiction, improve their health, and find a sense of purpose while still enjoying video games [16][17] - The speaker emphasizes the importance of balancing effort with reward to maintain motivation and achieve goals [18]