Why Grownups Should Be Playful Too
Being playful can help you in your relationships, at work, and reduce stress.
Patricia Mebrahtu used to have so much fun as a child. Now, as a medical assistant and mother of two young children, she found herself feeling burnt out and irritable. For our show, Patricia tried a practice to infuse more playfulness into her life. From singing karaoke with her family to playing in the rain, she tapped into her inner child. Through this practice, Patricia recognized the importance of taking time out for yourself, and that she can carve out opportunities to have fun and be playful, even as a busy adult. Later, we hear from psychologist Ren茅 Proyer about the different types of playfulness, and how incorporating play can benefit our sense of wellbeing.
