Rediscovering Play
As we grow up, play is often dismissed as childish or unproductive. Society encourages us to "be responsible," prioritizing work, family, and to-do lists over spontaneity and joy.
But play is not just for kids!
Our nervous systems are wired and desire to engage with others in activities that fill us with excitement and joy and we do not age out of this desire.
Simply put, play isn’t just fun—it’s a biological necessity.
Angry? Overwhelmed? Dance it out !
When Intense emotions that are negative or positive, like joy or love, are too big to be contained on a page in your journal, they need to be released in another way. These feelings are your body’s way of letting you know what is happening within you — they are like an email or text message that is needing a ‘Read’ receipt. Once the body knows you have received and accepted the message, the energy behind the emotion will start to soften.
To process fiery emotions, dance it out !