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Furious/curious They rhyme, but they have opposite meanings. It’s very difficult to feel both emotions at the same time, and one is far more productive than the other. Seth Godin At Practice Playfulness, for the most part, we are not fans of ‘should.’ You should, he should, they should, we all should. We also try… Continue reading The Opposites Game
In every loss there is a lesson. In every loss there is an upside and an opportunity to respond in a more constructive way. Sam Weinman Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay We never starkly fail at life itself. When we mess up in worldly areas and feel dejected and isolated, the universe is just giving us an… Continue reading How Do You Play The Game Of Life?
Image by Ananda Wisely from Pixabay Play brings joy. And it’s vital for problem solving, creativity and relationships. Margarita Tartakovsky, M.S The Importance of Play for Adults 3 min Read. Purchase to play @ Picadillyinc The 9 Best Board Games for College Kids and Young Adults in 2020 by Lexi Dwyer 7 min read.
The opposite of winning isn’t losing. It’s failing to see the larger picture. Pico Iyer Image by Christian Dorn from Pixabay What ping pong taught me about life (watch: 10 minutes) Ping-Pong Diplomacy. (Read 2 minutes) Ping-pong was invented on the dining tables of England in the 19th century, and it was called Wiff-waff! And… Continue reading Politics, Ping Pong, and Play
Image by Kranich frim Pixabay (In my sleep I dreamed this poem) Someone I loved once gave me a box full of darkness. It took me years to understand that this, too, was a gift. Mary Oliver Image by succo from Pixabay 5 Pencil and Paper Games To Do When You're Bored by Brett and… Continue reading Why Play Now?
Winning games was important, but how we showed up to play was even more important. Ana Marinovic Photo Credit: Pexels, Pixabay What Surfing Taught Me About Leadership. It's given me the tools I need to lead a team in uncertain times. (Read: 4 minutes) Photo Credit: Rezawikan - Pixabay The Role Of Play in Leadership… Continue reading Leadership and Play
There is no problem that doesn't have some underlying need for more optimism, stamina, resilience and collaboration. And, games are, I believe, the best platform we have for providing that. Jane McGonial Credit: Jane McGonigal All work and no play doesn't just make Jill and Jack dull, it kills the potential of discovery, mastery, and… Continue reading “10 extra years of life…”
Playfulness - it's about being human. Liza Penn-Thomas Anthony Trahair credit Giocosamente Festival! Utmost thanks to Anthony Trahair and the amazing international Presenters, Panelists and Playful Participants at the virtual Giocosamente Festival this weekend. Wonderful to be reminded to actually engage in Practicing Playfulness ourselves! Check it out here! Practice Playfulness Credit: https://giocosamentefestival.eu/ Try a… Continue reading Games and Play, Life Affirming!
The Giocosamente (Playfulness) Festival is this weekend. Perhaps take a break from social distancing, unrest, and recharge here. Life without play and a playful outlook is a life without living. (Click Here To Learn More)
“There are at least two kinds of games. One could be called finite; the other infinite. A finite game is played for the purpose of winning, an infinite game for the purpose of continuing the play.” James P. Carse Credit: Article - Matthew Gault, Time/Photo - sik-life, Pixabay Video Games Are a Great Way to Pass… Continue reading Games People Play
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