12: Play at Work, Seriously: Rewiring Burnout with Curiosity and Scribble Birds with Acey Holmes

“Adults need play as much as children do, not for escape, but for connection.” — Acey HolmesIn this refreshing and heart-opening episode, Lisa sits down with Acey Holmes, founder of Playful Work Design, to explore how the act of play can rewire the adult brain, restore energy, and bring humanity back into the workplace.Acey shares the neuroscience behind play and how it boosts creativity, collaboration, and motivation, all while helping us reconnect to our authentic, childlike selves.Together, they dive into:The neuroscience of play and its link to emotional regulationThe 4 Play Identities — Lighthearted, Whimsical, Relational, and IntellectualHow to transform toxic work culture through curiosity and compassionA 10-second nervous system reset called Scribble BirdsWhy joy, laughter, and authenticity are serious leadership toolsThis episode reminds us that play isn’t frivolous, it’s the language of the soul.When we allow joy back in, work becomes more than survival , it becomes creation.💛 Mantra: “Play is how my inner child teaches my nervous system to trust again.”Connect with AceyLinkedIN:  linkedin.com/in/aceym   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beboredless/Card decks available for purchase @ www.playfulworkdesign.com/storeSend us Fan MailSupport the showCONNECT WITH LISA WATSONYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@reparent-yourselfTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reparent.yourselfWebsite: lisa-watson.comLinkedIn: watsonlisakInstagram: @reparentyourselfFREE RESOURCES1.  Newsletterhttps://app.kit.com/creator_profile2. For Founders & LeadersBefore You Scale: The 6 Emotional Patterns Every Founder Must (re)Wire https://reparent-yourself.kit.com/before-you-scale3. For EveryoneQuick Start Guide — (re)Parenting Yourself https://reparent-yourself.kit.com/lt-qs-rpy4. For Parents & CaregiversQuick Start Guide — Conscious Parenting https://reparent-yourself.kit.com/lt-qs-cpLisa's Children's Book ...