Are you play-deprived? | Ideas in English for Advanced Listening Practice

Are you play-deprived? When was the last time you did something simply because it was fun? In episode 98 of Hear You Go podcast, we’re going to explore the importance of play for adults. Yes, you read that right!  Why do so many of us feel guilty about making time for it? What happens when productivity takes centre stage and play gets put aside or drilled out of us?   Here are a few more questions I try to answer: What is the difference between true fun and fake fun?  Why do kids seem to understand, to really get, the point of  play so naturally?  What can language learners gain from being a little more playful? Play is deeply and vitally important for people of all ages. It’s a recipe for connection, curiosity, and learning, and we can all benefit from not taking life quite so seriously all the time. As always, I’ll highlight advanced English language (B2 to C2) along the way. Hear You Go gives intermediate and advanced English learners a space to think, learn, and connect in English.   Links:  Live Happy Now podcast: Why Play Is the Antidote to Serious Times With Piera Gelardi | Live Happy Now The Playful Way: Creativity, Connection, and Joy Through Everyday Moments of Play – The Adult's Guide to Unlocking Innovation, Stronger Relationships, and Better Health A Slight Change of Plans podcast: https://omny.fm/shows/a-slight-change-of-plans/true-fun-in-a-fake-fun-world The Power of Fun by Catherine Price: 9780593241424 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: Books   Get in touch: ⏰  To work with me 1:1 from September onwards, add your name to the waitlist. 📌 To stay in touch with me, AND to access my new audio program, Worth a Listen, subscribe here. You can also follow me on Instagram. 🎶 Amos the Transparent provides my theme song. They're an awesome group of talented musicians. Give them some love and check out their music.