“When has play become immature?” a friend of mine asked on our, Courageous Conversations, last week.
I’ve thought about this before but never really took the time to fully process it and talk through it.
As I sat there, on my wooden chair, listening to others sharing their perspectives, I began to think of my own surroundings and reasons for why “play” has become distant in my life.
Phrases such as, "grow up" or "be an adult," came to mind immediately.
What does it mean to “grow up” or “be an adult”?
Over the years, I’ve learned that part of “growing up” means “giving up.”
“Why give up something I loved doing since I was a little kid?
Tag.
Four square.
Simon Says.
Through “playing”, I’ve learned how to identify problems, generate new ideas or possible solutions, create a plan, etc.
Therefore, play = creativity = better problem solving.
Why is “play” not accepted the same way as we age?
What does “play” look like for you?
How can you include more “play” into your life?
Oleg Lougheed is the host of the Overcoming Odds Podcast, where you get a glimpse into the stories of individuals who have overcome adversity, suffering, and struggle in achieving their personal success.
