What’s the best way to beat the Warcrack habit?
Why finding another cool, yet less addictive past-time of course!

Here’s Matt’s top 10 things to do, instead of playing World of Warcraft.

1) Pump it

Yes I do work out

You play a muscle-bound hero in WoW, whether you are male or female. Why not take this off-line with weights, wrestling or martial arts.
Many WoW addicts also gain some pounds while gaming, so pumping iron or fitness is a natural solution to getting lean again.  Drop and gimme 10!

2) Party time

Hire a party bus

Remember those people who were always hanging around before you started playing WoW?
Not guildies, but “friends”. Real life people who want your company, want to see you, laugh, joke and make physical contact.  Get out of that house.

3) Romance

My foot is stuck

Your love life might have been nerfed during your WoW playing days. If you are in a relationship, re-ignite the flame with some romantic gestures, eating out, flowers, a card, a love note, eating flowers… Use your imagination. If you are single, get back out on the hunt, the fun of the chase will keep your mind off gaming.

4) Sleep

Is it really 2015?

The WoW addiction can leave you drained and lacking sleep. All those late night raids and dailies take it out of you.  You deserve some rest fella.
Getting back to a full night sleep can be one of the most mentally refreshing activities imaginable. 8, 9 or even 10 hours sleep a night will get you back in business.

5) Start a blog

It all started when...

Let it all out, tell the world how you feel. Writing down your thoughts is a great way to let the emotion out.
It’s also a different way of expressing your creativity, without needing 10 hours per day investment and dollah per month.

6) Surprise a family member

Mom, it's me

Gaming can often leave you feeling completely self-obsessed. WoW addicts spend their entire time thinking about the next bit of gear, the next quest, the next mob. Why not surprise your parents/other half/kids with something special, a cool gift, a day out, a massive kiss or hug. Something out of the ordinary that will make their day.  Make their day.

7) Surprise your boss

my job is your job

Many WoW addicts will let work slip, and only do the minimum necessary. Surprise your boss by getting in to work early, working with maximum enthusiasm, being the new ‘Best Employee’. It’s amazing how quickly this will have an effect.

Climb a mountain

you first

Running around Azeroth can be tedious. Climbing a mountain will leave you breathless, exhilarated and inspired. It’s also a real adventure. Fantasy and discovery are not only available in MMO’s, it’s out there free of charge, just grab it.

9) Sweat

running makes you tired?

Playing WoW all day long, your body stops moving, your joints and muscles atrophy, you forget what it’s like to be a physical entity, and not just a brain connected to a digital device. Go and do something that makes you sweat, the feeling is immensely rewarding.

10) Watch your favorite sport

Use the 9 iron!

If you have been playing WoW excessively, you have probably cut back on your sports too. Make a point of watching the next big game, your favorite match. Get back into it, be uber-passionate, cheer if they win, cry if they lose.

11) Get a Massage

thats it right there

Treat yourself to a full body massage. Let the stress flow out and relax. No more gold to farm, no more uber gear to worry about.
Get the blood flowing and those muscles loosened up.  Let it out man, it’s over, big breaths now.

12) It’s all a game anyway
Remind yourself that life is all one big game, and you are a player in it. How many points have you scored?
Make a system where different activities earn points. Who is current top of the leaderboards? can you catch them?
What activities in your life earn the most points?

Start doing them.