“I shivered in the early March wind on my way to the beach. A walk was needed, it was clear. My belly felt a pitter-patter, and there was a slight shaking in my limbs. In a few hours, my group from the Synthesis workshop would play the Game, and I had some bouts of dread. Despite it being a game, it was not fun. Despite all the amazing aspects to it: a magical synchronicity, a mirror for oneself, and a microcosm of our life choices; despite all of that. How many times would I be stuck in one spot, burdened by pain tokens? How many times would I have to reveal some sensitive issue to the group? I could not take more pain, that was clear. Looking out over the North Sea, I bargained with God. ‘Alright, I’ll play the Game if You promise to not bring me any more pain.’ A ping rippled through my body. Good to go, I thought.”

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