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Thoughts on VR, serious games and technology, and how they can be used to make the world a better place.
When Environment Becomes Medicine: Mindfulness, VR, and the Future of Whole-Person Healing
Healing is Moving Toward Wholeness Healing is not merely the absence of illness, it is the restoration of the whole human organism: mind, body, and environment in dynamic balance . Mindfulness is the practice of being fully present in the moment. Research shows that mindfulness can reduce stress, enhance quality of life, and support healing across physical and psychological domains. In 1979, the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program began at the Massachusetts Medi
richie5062
Feb 24 min read


The Power of Games
At VRTogether, our mission is to help people flourish through games. We believe that gaming is one of the most effective ways to create a meaningful impact on people’s lives.
Richard Hoagland
Jul 2, 20253 min read


Building Games for Flourishing
This year, I’m setting out on a journey—a journey to build and share a series of game demos, prototypes, and playful experiments. It’s not just a development challenge or an exercise in creativity (though it’s definitely both of those); it’s part of a bigger idea I care deeply about: games for flourishing . I believe games can do more than entertain. They can spark joy, foster connection, support well-being, and even promote health. They can help us flourish—not just in the g
richie5062
Apr 21, 20252 min read
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