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Gaming with Purpose: ChiChi White on Soft Content, Mental Health, and Connection

Everything You Know About Disability Is Wrong

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ChiChi White, a content creator, therapist, and social advocate, joins Lily and Erin to explore the world of cozy gaming, mindful streaming, and collective care. Known online as HummingMints, ChiChi plays games like Stardew Valley and Animal Crossing, combining sensory-friendly gameplay with open conversations about neurodiversity, mental health, and authentic connection.

In this episode, ChiChi breaks down the meaning of soft content from creating relaxing, sensory-friendly gaming experiences that prioritize comfort, accessibility, and community over competition. They share how mindfulness shows up in gaming, how cozy spaces allow for meaningful conversation, and why it’s okay to play for joy rather than mastery.

ChiChi also opens up about founding the Disabled Content Creators Collective (DC3), a growing hub for disabled streamers and creators. Through DC3, he organizes raid trains, charity events, and collaborative streams that help disabled creators connect, share resources, and grow their audiences.

From discussions on masking and authenticity to harm reduction and self-acceptance, this conversation offers a grounded look at how online spaces can become real sources of healing, joy, and purpose.

Key Moments

03:05 What people get wrong about direct communication and tone

04:46 Balancing authenticity and “masking” in streaming

10:05 What soft content means and why sensory-friendly gaming matters

11:55 How cozy games create calm for both players and viewers

19:24 Creating safe spaces for teens in streaming and mental health

24:17 Founding the Disabled Content Creators Collective (DC3)

28:26 What a raid train is and why it matters for disabled creators

41:57 Understanding harm reduction in therapy and daily life

44:01 Why self-acceptance is a lifelong cycle, not a finish line

49:51 Collective wellness: how community helps us thrive

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