My escape has been Halo, it's not only relaxing, it's also been somewhat therapeutic for me. Playing halo was the first time I ever spoke on a mic, and that's a big step for someone with selective mutism. I'm learning that it's ok to be assertive and that I can take initiative to talk to teammates, work out a strategy with them...or ***** at them when they betray me. I freaked out the first time my boyfriend asked if I wanted to play multiplayer on it with him, because the thought of playing with strangers scared the crap out of me.