Dungeons, Dragons, & Psychology Podcast
The Dungeons, Dragons, & Psychology Podcast is a TTRPG podcast that helps collaborative storytellers build great campaigns using psychology. Each episode dives into different aspects of tabletop roleplaying games, and offers listeners (psyclithids) tricks of the trade for how to improve their own games. Your host, Robert Walker, is a longtime DM and holds a MS in I/O Psychology. He is also the author of "Session Zero: The DMG to Writing Great Campaigns in any System."
Dungeons, Dragons, & Psychology Podcast
Jack of All Trades: Leveling Up as a Rogue
In this episode, we explore the concept of the 'rogue spirit' emphasizing independent thinking, resourcefulness, and problem-solving as key traits that can be developed in real life. Drawing parallels between fantasy rogues and real-world skills, We discuss a three-month plan designed to cultivate agility, strategic thinking, and adaptability.
I recommend 3 specific books that align with the rogue mindset, including 'Thinking, Fast and Slow' by Daniel Kahneman, 'Steal Like an Artist' by Austin Kleon, and 'The Art of Deception' by Kevin Mitnick to build foundational knowledge. Through activities like practicing agility, engaging in strategic games, and embracing adaptability through improvisation, listeners are encouraged to enhance their dexterity and intelligence. This episode highlights the importance of ethical problem-solving and how acquiring a vast array of skills through consistent, dedicated practice can lead to success.
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