“Play Is The Highest Form Of Research” ~ Einstein
Among the best creative activities is brainstorming – which can be an enjoyable and highly productive form of play. When we’re playing, we are far more open to all possibilities. Assumptions about our limitations fall away. Einstein said, “Play is the highest form of research.” And Emerson said, “It is a happy talent to know […]
“A Child Who Does Not Play Is Not A Child, And The Man Who Does Not Play Has Lost Forever The Child Who Lived In Him” ~ Pablo Neruda
Play has been celebrated by thinkers throughout history. How alive is the child within you? Do you give the child who lives inside you the permission to play? What about others? Do you allow them to be playful without judging them? Dr. Stuart Brown said, “Play allows us to develop alternatives to violence and despair; […]
Playfulness And The Ability To Be Downright Silly
Silliness is a wonderful form of playfulness. How precious it is to cultivate light-heartedness and relax the ego’s insistence on being important. I have some very good friends who, like me, are monkeys. Monkeys are smart and playful – and even downright silly. What does the adult part of you think about playfulness and silliness? […]
Playfulness And The Beginning Of Summer
Memorial Day Weekend is the traditional beginning of summer, our best season for playfulness. Let’s shift from seriousness to playfulness, lightness and fun. Remember the joy we felt as children when school ended and we were free? It was fun to eagerly anticipate three months of unscheduled days and staying up late, summer camp and […]
The Three Levels of “Get-To”
Today, let’s explore the things you “get” to do. Usually, these activities are fun, free from work, and done with friends or family. “Get to” implies pleasure, opportunity, privilege or something you don’t want to miss. Getting to travel, exploring a new place, trying a new restaurant, getting to know people in a deep way, […]
Is Hope Foolish?
I’m gratified to report that we now have confirmed readers and phone participants in our daily Study Hall from all seven continents. Antarctica wasn’t the most difficult, believe it or not. Our numbers are small, but growing, and I appreciate all your support for our little experiment. As we explore HOPE this week, it’s thrilling […]
Having Fun While Changing A Habit
I used to have a fondness for chocolate-covered doughnuts. Think Homer Simpson. That “fondness” developed into a habit of once a week indulging myself with two doughnuts . . . after which I’d feel terrible both mentally and physically. One day, I went from the doughnut store to my office and promised my assistant, Marge, […]