



Gameworlds
What Are Gameworlds?
Short answer:
A gameworld is a group of people sharing the same context
(Consciously or unconsciously.)
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What Are Gameworlds?
Gameworlds are the invisible frameworks shaping how we live, interact, and create together. Think of a gameworld as a container—a space defined by its agreements, rules, and purpose. These agreements can be conscious, like a retreat with clear guidelines, or unconscious, like the social norms in a classroom. In both cases, they shape what’s possible within that space.
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Every gameworld has boundaries, but those boundaries are not fixed. They’re constructs—perceived limitations that can be questioned, expanded, or even rewritten entirely. For example, a school may seem like a rigid environment where you must follow strict rules, but by understanding its gameworld, you could navigate it in unexpected ways, like introducing innovative practices to shift the dynamic.
Gameworlds Are Everywhere
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You might not realize it, but you already live inside countless gameworlds. Your family, your workplace, your community, and even your favorite sports team—they’re all gameworlds, each with their own agreements and unspoken rules. Some gameworlds are expansive and supportive, fostering creativity and collaboration. Others can feel restrictive, leaving you wondering how to break free.
For example:
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Your Family: A gameworld where roles like "parent" or "sibling" define the rules of engagement. But what happens when you consciously rewrite those agreements?
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Your Workplace: A Gameworld where productivity is prioritized. What possibilities emerge when you introduce a Gameworld focused on collaboration instead of competition?
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Your Passion Projects: These are the Gameworlds you create. They’re living entities, growing with each new agreement or participant, evolving to meet your purpose.
Why Gameworlds Matter
Recognizing and owning the gameworlds you’re part of is the key to stepping into your power. To own a gameworld means becoming fully involved in it—understanding its agreements, shaping its purpose, and influencing its direction. You move from being a passive participant to an active creator.
Gameworlds also offer us a choice: we can expand them, transform them, or leave them altogether. When you realize you’re not bound by the limitations of a gameworld, you start to see new possibilities. You might create your own gameworlds with entirely different agreements, ones that align with your purpose and values.
What Gameworld Will You Build?
Gameworlds are not just spaces—they’re living, breathing systems.
They thrive on purpose and connection. The moment you decide to create your own gameworld, you unlock the potential for collaboration, growth, and transformation.
So, ask yourself:
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What agreements define the spaces you’re part of?
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How can you shape the gameworlds you live in?
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What gameworld will you create next?
Whether you're looking to reimagine your relationships, create a visionary project, or transform your community, understanding the art of gameworlds is the foundation for meaningful change.