It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world or simply begin. Maybe you feel stuck. Miserable. Burned out. Perhaps you just have a vague notion that something needs to shift, that you want to open the door to new possibilities. Perhaps you just want to feel less anxious. Whatever it is, Reality Games could provide you with the gentle nudge you need.

Each week I invite you to do some things you don’t normally do and to do some things that you do regularly do, but to do them a little bit differently. I might ask you to stop doing something. Sometimes it will, and should, feel a bit weird. Everyone participating gets the same instructions but because everyone is a unique individual, the outcomes are often varied. The aim is for everyone to share their perspectives in the weekly meet-up as if the group were a brain and individually each participant is a finger, an eye, an ear, relaying back its reality. The intention is to learn from and inspire one another in our explorations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it only for artists or people who want to be more creative?

No, it’s for anyone who wants to see themselves and the world through different eyes. It’s like taking a holiday from your habitual self and life without actually having to go anywhere. The benefits in creativity are byproducts. It can also be for people who do have a particular goal, whether creative or not, such as living healthier, writing a book, people who want to do more of something in particular . Or less of something in particular.

How much time is it going to take realistically?

That depends on the programme you sign up for. The short 1 and 2 day intensives take er.. 1 or 2 days but for the longer 29 day online programme allow a minimum of 10 mins out of your day.

When does the experiment start?

It’s a rolling experiment with groups starting all the time whenever we have enough new people who can commit to the same time frame. Sometimes it’s intensive half dayers, weekends and at other times it will be online 29 dayers. Impatient people start immediately and go it alone in whatever way they prefer. The cost varies depending on the type of programme that’s running but they’re designed to be as cheap as possible.

Why is it so cheap?

We love sharing Reality Games and want as many people to do be able to experience it as possible and luckily it is not how we earn our living.

Why do you charge money to participate?

We have learned that if we don’t charge a participation fee the quality of participation falls off a cliff and the rewards for evryone involved are greatly diminished. Ideally the fee would be means tested so that everyone pays according to their circumstances so if it feels cheap to you then we suggest you pay a little more to ensure you get the most out of it.

How long are the weekly online meet-ups?

A maximum of 2 hours for the largest groups of five or six people. 30 mins is usually more than enough if you’re doing it one-to-one

Who will be in the groups?

Humans. From anywhere. Strangers! If you want to do it with friends or colleagues then that’s who’ll be in your group! We try to keep the groups small. If you join on your own or with just one friend we’ll put you in a group with others from anywhere in the world who are also available at the same time and on the same day you are. If you want to do it one-on-one then it’ll be just you and Trevor or Leila in your group.

What if I miss a day or can’t make a weekly meetup?

You’ll have access to the video of the meet-up and you’ll receive the new instructions so it’s not the end of the world but you’ll lose points in the competition part of the program although there are ways to make those up on other days so it’s not a deal breaker.

Can I join from anywhere?

Yes, one day an astronaut will do it! You just need to be online once a week at the same time as the others. So in a multinational group some people might have just woken up, others may be about to go to bed and some will be about get lunch depending on where in the world they’re based.

What is an example of an instruction or reality game?

We prefer to keep those a secret to create maximum impact but they are simple things that anyone will be capable of doing. Some instructions you may have heard of or even tried before, others are likely to be brand new. Some focus on mind, some on heart, some on the body. All are optional! It’s not an actual boot camp! We don’t know where you live. They are as challenging as you want them to be. The only way you can fail is by not turning up to the weekly meet-ups.

Why is it called an experiment and not a personal development or creativity workshop?

Each of us is unique and we want to highlight the Reality Games focus on personal discovery and exploration and the possibility of unique and unforeseen outcomes. The program is adaptable, flexible and open to feedback. It’s collaborative with participants encouraged to give and receive feedback from each other. Most of all it’s fun and playful, participants are encouraged to engage, take risks, and explore their creativity in a dynamic, emergent way that is open to any and all outcomes.

I don’t like the sound of at the weekly “report” to the group. Sounds like homework.

Think of it more as a themed chat with friends. Most people look forward to this part and find the sharing and responding to everyone else’s sharings one of the best things about Reality Games.

Can I take part in Reality Games again?

Yes, apparently it’s even better the second time!

What is new about Reality Games in 2025?

The Holladeck anonymous chat room is a new addition that provides a safe anonymous chat space for sharing and supporting fellow participants.

I have a different question that’s not here, can I ask you about it?

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