You likely know the benefits of meditation by now: reduced stress, strengthened immune system, overall mood improvement, ability to handle challenges better, etc. (If you are curious to know more, this great article lists out 76 different benefits with citations.) Mediation brings us into a state of being that my coach trainer, Martha Beck, calls […]
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Reclaiming Play
What do you miss about being a child? Your gut reaction might be “nothing” – it is certainly mine, anyway. I wouldn’t return to childhood for all the money in the world. (Or any year before 1994, really.) It’s not entirely true, though – there are things that I do miss. Playing. Making up games. […]
Prioritizing Play
Today we’re starting with a mini quiz. Answer honestly. If I were to prioritize play, it would be because: A. Play increases productivity. B. Play reduces stress. C. Play is a great way to get more exercise. D. Play increases brain elasticity. E. Play is fun. My own answer: A. How sad is that? I […]
Want to Play More? Learn How to Rest
Do you find that you are overwhelmed with work, task lists, and obligations? Since you’re reading this, we can safely say you are alive and a member of today’s society, so your answer is likely yes. This month’s theme is all about play, not work, but in order for anything to be playful, we first […]