Hey @matthewmercer and other DMs out there:
How do u deal with DM burnout?
I write all this content, design dungeons, try to make interesting villains just to have players play as if this was a pc game. Don't care for npcs, won't come up with ideas and need be railroad— Gerardo Antonio (@Odegrar) February 20, 2019
Take some time off. Talk to the players individually to find out what they are interested in. Patience with yourself. Patience in listening to what they are looking for. Sit, consider, sleep on it. Take the time to process and jump back in when you're ready.
— Satine Phoenix – Herald of Compassion 💖✨💖 (@satinephoenix) February 20, 2019
Thanks for the reply. I think maybe the problem is my expectations aren’t theirs. I will postpone this weekend’s session to think about it Satine hit most of it on the head. Incongruent expectations can make for disappointment. Talking with your players and seeing where everyone’s preferred means of enjoying the game overlap and create in that space. Otherwise, you can seek other players that fit your style.
— Matthew Mercer (@matthewmercer) February 20, 2019
Not all tables are compatible! Many can work out a middle ground where everyone has fun, but not always. Good luck, bud! Take some time for yourself to think on your joy as well.
— Matthew Mercer (@matthewmercer) February 20, 2019