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Podcast: Beyond the basement
Episode: Grown-ups need play too
Description: We all know play is important for kids—but what about us grown-ups? In this episode, I dive into my frustration about how play is so often misunderstood and undervalued by adults. I share my experiences of talking to people about my work helping parents and adults be more playful, and the resistance I encounter. Why do we see play as just for children? Why do we, as adults, neglect our own need for play?This is a deeply personal exploration of what play really is, why it matters for everyone (not just kids), and how our at...