I think many adults believe that play is something we have to earn.

After we finish working.

After we retire.

After everyone else is taken care of.

But I think that's backwards.

Play isn't the reward. Play is the fuel.

When we play…

our stress hormones decrease.

We become more flexible.

More open.

More connected.

We're kinder to ourselves.

We laugh more.

We're nicer to be around.

And laughter changes our chemistry - our hormones, neurochemicals.

Think about the last time you laughed until your stomach hurt.

Didn't you feel lighter afterward? Nothing outside changed.

You changed.

Like magic!

And did you know that your brain growth benefits from play? Yep!

Play builds strong neural paths and boosts critical thinking.

Play relieves stress, fuels creativity, imagination, and problem-solving abilities.

In other words, it's GOOD for you!

Simple Ways to Play Every Day:

• Set a timer: Spend ten to fifteen minutes on a fun hobby.
• Try new crafts: Paint, draw, or build with blocks just for fun.
• Move your body: Walk in a park, swim, or dance in your room.
• Explore the psychological HelpGuide.org perspective on adult well-being.

And then...... have fun with us at a wonderful whole day of creativity October 10 in Nashville!

Time to Play: Unlock Your Creative Spirit ✨ is a fun day of play and imagination in the form of intuitive painting, writing, fluid movement, making oracle cards, neurographic art and of course some breathwork. All materials provided.

Sounds like fun, right? :)

Join us! We have room for 15. Click here to join us. Bring a friend!

My wish for you is that from today on, you create your life with a little more joy, a little more freedom, and a lot more play. 💫

Juliana

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