Gaining Advantage 033: Using TTRPGs for Healing, Community Building, and Mental Health Support

Join Dale as he interviews Jonathan Connor Self, a top-rated pro DM and founder of the D8 Summit, a charitable organization using TTRPGs for good. They discuss using games therapeutically, fostering community, and supporting mental health. Connor also discusses Koboa, an upcoming RPG based on South American mythology.

This episode covers using tabletop RPGs to heal trauma, build connections, and create positive spaces. It’s about leading with compassion at the gaming table and using the hobby to give back. From small local charities to suicide prevention, learn how you can make a difference through something you love. See how gaming can transform lives.

0:00 Introduction
01:37 Interview: Connor Self
42:11 Patreon Showcase & closing

Manually captioned. Transcript available at our website.

Conner Self Links

• Webpage: https://thehealerdm.carrd.com/ 
• Socials: @TheHealerDM
• D8 Summit: https://d8summit.org , email [email protected] 
• The National Alliance on Mental Illness https://nami.org 
• Become mental health first aid qualified. Search for resources local to you on Google.
• Reach out to people 24-7. Text “helpline” to 62640, or call/text 988
• The Word Refinery (to learn more about what we do, and Koboa): https://thewordrefinery.org 

Wyrmworks Publishing

• The Lair: https://cutt.ly/LairYT 
• Get weekly updates: http://wyrmworkspublishing.com/hoard 
• Wyrmworks Publishing: http://wyrmworkspublishing.com