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Start by looking back to what you loved as a child. If Hot Wheels were your thing, setting up a complex track might be lots of fun. Meanwhile, Barbie fans might still get a kick out of brushing her hair and swapping out clothing. If you liked art, buy yourself a coloring book or some paint and get down to business. And if running around was your thing, find a group that would enjoy playing Frisbee or kickball. Playing alone is better than not playing at all, but playing with friends is best. Playing and socializing together will give you a double-boost, and the added spontaneity other people bring to the game will only enhance the benefits you are seeking. And remember, it’s also not about how good you are but about how much fun you have. Depriving ourselves of play as adults is doing us more harm than good, and maybe worst of all, it risks making us dull. You may feel self-conscious at first, but you can make a change. When the playground isn’t busy, give yourself permission to take a ride on a swing or try your hand at the monkey bars. Chances are no one will say anything — but if they ask, tell them it’s for your health.
helps us keep our work, hobbies, and personal relationships fresh, and it’s excellent for our problem-solving skills.
That means play gives our minds a boost. In turn, we stay younger and more energetic and enjoy a more positive outlook on life. Researchers have linked playfulness to an easier time connecting with others, in addition to improved relationships. Play also releases endorphins, so it’s an excellent stress reliever that makes us naturally feel good. Endorphins can even temporarily alleviate pain! So, how can you get more play into your daily life? If you have kids or grandkids, it’s easy — join them in their games and let them show you the way. Get outside and kick a ball around or strike up a game of tag. Break out some of your favorite childhood board games and see if your kids take a liking to them. Engage in make- believe games and put your heart into it; in other words, don’t pretend to pretend — actually pretend! Of course, some children’s games can be very repetitive. That repetition teaches kids a lot, but it can be pretty boring for an adult and will reduce the positive effects of play. Plus, not all of us have children around. So, how else can you learn to play?
WE’RE LISTENING — ARE YOU? 5 Podcasts to Boost Your Business Growth
All of these podcasts are available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and a variety of other platforms.
Made Simple” is for you! On this podcast, Miller hosts and offers strategies for building and optimizing your business. He covers topics ranging from “How to Escape a Villain Mindset” to “Is Word-of-Mouth Marketing Dead?” ‘ BizChix’ — “BizChix” is catered specifically to women entrepreneurs and hosted by business coach and strategist Natalie Eckdahl. The episodes mix business and advice and training with on-air coaching calls and interviews. If you’re looking for specific tips like how to pivot your client base or get in the hiring mindset, this podcast will be a perfect fit for you. ‘Wisdom From the Top’ — Hosted by Guy Raz of “How I Built This,” this podcast expands beyond business leaders to glean leadership tips from all fields, including army
‘How I Built This’ — Have you ever wondered what it was like behind the scenes in the early days of Coinbase? What about Expedia, Mailchimp, or Ben & Jerrys? The “How I Built This” podcast from NPR dives into all of those stories and more during fascinating interviews with founders and CEOs. Find out what hurdles they faced, how they overcame them, and what lessons you can steal to level up your own business. ‘Entrepreneurs on Fire’ — This award-winning podcast is hosted by author and thought leader John Lee Dumas. On it, he interviews entrepreneurs like Tony
Robbins, Seth Godin, Gary Vaynerchuk, Barbara Corcoran, and Tim Ferriss and extracts business tips for you. Tune in for episodes like “How to Raise $400 million on the Internet and Build a FinTech Business with Jilliene Helman” and “Earn More with LinkedIn Sales Navigator with Julbert Abraham.” ‘Business Made Simple’ — If you’re a fan of “Building a Story Brand” by Donald Miller, then “Business
generals, scientists, and reporters as well as CEOs. As the podcast’s description puts it, “You’ll hear accounts of crisis, failure, turnaround, and triumph, as the leaders
reveal their secrets on their way to the top. These are stories that didn’t make it into their company bios, with valuable lessons for anyone trying to make it in business.”
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