Includes bibliographical references (pages 285-290) and index.
Summary:
"Play is not just for kids! There are many reasons we need play in our lives. The Playful Life shows you why and how to bring more playfulness to all aspects of your life. You'll explore how to create meaningful, relevant, and fun experiences for yourself and others through both a playful mindset and playful behaviors. Through research and 20+ years of teaching children and adults, authors Dr. Julie Jones and Jed Dearybury have found that play is not only fun, it's essential to a full life. In this book, they share their knowledge and inspire you to reflect on the need for connection and joy for healthy living through play." -- Amazon.com. "This book will equip, encourage, and empower the general population to reflect on the how they bring PLAY into their lives. The global pandemic has shifted perspective on trauma and social-emotional awareness; communities are more and more aware of the need for connection and joy for healthy living. Readers will explore why and how to include meaningful, relevant, and fun experiences in their daily lives-- at home, at work, at rest"-- Provided by publisher.
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