24
Jan

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Safe Space Podcast Episode 9: Eliana Zebro and #AudioIndustryGame

On this episode of Safe Space, Rosie is joined by Eliana Zebro, creator of the recently released #AudioIndustryGame and audio professional in media projects. We discuss the motivations behind releasing the game, which tells the stories of marginalised gender folks...

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13
Jan

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What Remains After ‘Edith Finch’ – by Harry Stainer

After my Grandad’s funeral I went into his old bedroom and as I looked around the room, I spotted many of his belongings – his fake Rolex watches, his books and old fishing gear, a hat he always used to...

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13
Jan

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Safe Space Podcast Episode 8: Autistica, Mass Effect & EDI with Dom Shaw

On this episode of Safe Space we welcome Dominic Shaw from UKIE’s #RaiseTheGame pledge as our latest guest. In this episode we talk about Dom’s life; from games he enjoyed growing up through to the games industry introduction and eventually...

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20
Dec

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Is BioShock a Christmas game? How Rapture helps me through the festive period following the death of my uncle by Joe Donnelly

The festive season is a time for giving. A time for family and for friends, for pulling crackers, wearing silly paper crowns and reading aloud even sillier jokes. It’s a time for watching too many novelty television specials that haven’t...

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17
Dec

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Safe Space Podcast in 2021: Wrapped & Reflected

Today feels like a good day to sum up our Safe Space Podcast in 2021! The Safe Space Pod discusses the games industry and the link between games and mental health through hosting a variety of wonderful guests. Let’s look...

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15
Dec

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Safe Space Podcast Episode 7: Wii Fit, Irish Accents and Caring for a Loved One with Adam Clarke

In this episode of Safe Space, Rosie is joined by Adam Clarke from Game If You Are! We talk about Adam’s personal reasons for getting into the games industry, which include talking about his experience as a carer for his sister...

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8
Dec

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Safe In Our World Is Hiring New Trustees

A fantastic opportunity has come up at Safe in Our World for new Trustees to join our Board. See our Job Role Description here. To complement our current board members, we are particularly interested in hearing from people with skills and...

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8
Dec

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Safe Space Podcast Episode 6: Code is Just with Shahid Ahmad

In this episode of Safe Space, Rosie is joined by Shahid Kamal Ahmad for a fantastic discussion covering Code Is Just, imposter syndrome, game development and personal growth. We go from games industry history to jeopardising relationships in Monopoly, and...

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25
Nov

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Safe Space Podcast Episode 5 with Raccine Malcolm: Exploring DEI, inclusivity and diversity within games communities

This week we were delighted to have Raccine Malcolm on the Safe Space podcast! Raccine is a communications professional that specializes in empathy-driven, engagement-based community development and management. Multicultural awareness, belonging, DEI, mental health, along with the interconnectedness of communities are...

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19
Nov

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Shining A Light On Talk Club

It’s International Men’s Day and we wanted to shine a light on the wonderful work that Talk Club is doing for men around the UK and internationally.   What is Talk Club? Talk Club is a men’s charity and was...

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15
Nov

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Where’s that music coming from? How fight music can help teach us reframing by Alex Dewing

I’m certain that we have all been in a situation where we’ve been overwhelmed by emotion seemingly out of nowhere. They’re situations like those in video games, where battle music swells when you thought you were just out exploring. At...

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11
Nov

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Unpacking Is An Unexpected Delight That Makes Me Feel At Home by Richard Breslin

Shortly before its release on Xbox Game Pass, I had seen the thumbnail for a game called “Unpacking.” The name of the game didn’t draw me much too it, but I remember having a feeling of warmth appreciating the artwork....

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1
Nov

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‘Music On, World… On’ – The Beautiful Connections Between Game Soundtracks and Mental Health by Ruby Modica

“But that isn’t REAL music!” says the impertinent individual to the gamer. “REAL music has words and progression, but all game music is tuneless and repetitive!” These derisive comments are an occasional occurrence for those who make game soundtracks a...

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21
Oct

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The Good Old Days: How gaming nostalgia can provide a virtual comfort blanket by Ian Collen

There’s an old joke about nostalgia not being as good as it used to be, but the truth is that, certainly within gaming circles, there’s never been a better time to revel in days gone by. Whether its going full...

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12
Oct

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Delving Into Our Own Minds in Psychonauts 2

Psychonauts 2 players are loving the bizarre but wonderful world that Double Fine has created. Specifically, players are appreciating connecting to their own mental health experiences, and the strong advocation of healing within the game. Psychonauts 2 puts players in...

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8
Oct

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Safe In Our World Celebrates 2nd Anniversary As New Initiatives Drive Progress Towards Helping Millions Worldwide

On World Mental Health Day 2021, Safe In Our World officially celebrates it’s 2nd anniversary! From expanding the initial target of training 50 community managers to delivering mental health first aid training to nearly 200 community managers globally by the...

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23
Sep

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Safe In Our World Launch Safe Space: a Mental Health Podcast

We’re delighted to launch the Safe In Our World Podcast: Safe Space! The podcast will be hosted by the Safe In Our World Team: Rosie Taylor, Jake Smith and Sarah Sorrell, and will feature a multitude of guests to discuss...

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21
Sep

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“The Benefits of Finding Mindfulness in Virtual Reality” by Jack Ramage

Mindfulness is the basic human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we’re doing, and not overly reactive or overwhelmed by what’s going on around us. Time and time again, mindfulness has been shown to...

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15
Sep

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My.Games Launch Mental Health Survey with Safe In Our World

Following our recent partnership announcement with My.Games, we’re delighted to have launched a mental health survey to gather more information on gamers across the world. Through both My.Games in-game mobile opportunities, and through this link you can access and take...

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6
Sep

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“Teamwork in Thomas Was Alone” by Ben Huxley

A few months ago, a friend introduced me to a gem from 2013; a simplistic looking indie release called Thomas Was Alone. Created by Mike Bithell, it was originally a flash-based browser game (remember those?) so we couldn’t be further...

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23
Aug

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Sightseeing in Spider-Man: how ditching web-slinging for walking photography saved my mental health during lockdown by Joe Donnelly

I crane my neck and stare in awe at the art deco skyscraper before me, 102 stories of limestone and granite towering over the busy New York City streets below. I’ve passed this building countless times before, granted, but from...

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9
Aug

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Life Is Strange Through The Lens by Georgie Peru

Playing as Max, an 18-year-old photography student, Life is Strange was primarily developed to deal with the struggles teenagers face. The game covers difficult subjects including cyber-bullying, mental illness, and suicide. When Max was a young girl, she was given...

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6
Aug

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Red Dead Redemption 2 and Burnout

Burnout is a common thing felt around every industry there is, but in the games industry, especially for developers, content creators and gamers, burnout is rife within. The definition of burnout features below: “Burn-out is a syndrome conceptualized as resulting...

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26
Jul

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Roguelike Setbacks by Ben Huxley

After hearing so many good things about Supergiant’s Hades, I decided to give it a go, and, in doing so, dip my toes into a roguelike for the first time. For those out of the know, a roguelike is a...

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