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Uhh, maybe?
I think it might be to do with the feeling of obligation. I don’t have it with foods as frequently as you seem to, but I have a similarly recurring issue with video games.
I can absolutely adore a game but past a certain point it twists into anxiety for no real reason other than the idea that I have to “fully” finish it. It’s not reasonable but it’s how my brain works.
So maybe..self imposed demand meets demand avoidance?
Same sentiments about gaming for me. I dropped DragonQuest 11 in the middle because of some huge arse plot twist that gutted me. Didn't feel like finishing the chore...
Maybe after some time it might be okay to start over or see if I can finish.
Then again, I have so many Stardew Valley saves under 2 years in-game time...
What a coincidence, I was recently thinking about getting into DragonQuest 11.
I honestly would suggest it! It's honestly a great game. Same scenario writer as Chrono Trigger.
I'm just being too butt-hurt about the story point I mentioned. Guarantee other people won't have an issue with it.
Ok maybe I will :D
Interesting take, but that doesn't explain why that only affects a few types of foods and beverages, and not all of them.
I don't really have the same thing you mention for video games. I play a lot of games and I don't feel like having to see them thru to get the full experience. Sometimes I'll try to stick with a game to the end even if I don't like it, but Expedition 33 broke that pattern for me. That was the game that finally flipped the switch in my brain that seeing a game thru to the end isn't worth it if it's not a enjoyable experience to get there.