Childhood Play: Clues for a Fulfilling Second Act

Most of us lose touch with what we loved to do as kids—and that disconnect keeps us from living our most authentic, fulfilling lives. What if reconnecting with your childhood passions could unlock your true purpose in your second act?In this episode of Life Beyond the Ladder, Dalisia Coppersmith reveals how your earliest play—those activities that made you lose track of time—hold the keys to your next chapter. You’ll discover why childhood passions are more than just nostalgia, and how they encode your deepest strengths and desires.  We dive into a practical exercise that helps you reconstruct your play history—recalling what you loved, what made you get totally lost in the moment, and what you could create or organize. By examining these clues, you'll find surprising patterns pointing to your authentic self and the kind of work that truly invigorates you today.  You’ll learn why childhood play is a blueprint for your purpose—and why ignoring this keeps you stuck in a career that feels empty. This episode is perfect for midlife women feeling restless or stuck, and for anyone longing to craft a second act rooted in who they truly are. The journey back to your early self isn’t about recreating childhood exactly; it’s about reconnecting with the core qualities that make you uniquely you — and using those insights to design a purpose-driven future. Ready to identify your hidden superpower, uncover forgotten passions, and craft a second act that feels truly right? It’s never too late to follow that thread back to your most authentic self.Dalisia Coppersmith is a seasoned career strategist and midlife reinvention guide, dedicated to helping women turn past passions into powerful second acts. Her work combines deep insight about midlife transformation with practical application, empowering women to live purposefully on their own terms. If you’re ready to break free from the noise and rediscover the person you were meant to be, this episode is your next step. Tune in now to reconnect with your childhood self and start designing a second act that’s as vibrant and true as you are.Visit me online: https://dalisiacoppersmith.com Follow me on social: YT: https://youtube.com/@dalisiacoppersmithLI: https://linkedin.com/in/dalisiacoppersmithIG: https://instagram.com/dalisia.coppersmithFB: https://facebook.com/the-second-act-architect Looking for my book? Get it here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D38P1GVDChapters 00:00 Introduction: The Power of Childhood Play02:10 Why Childhood Interests Matter for Your Second Act03:10 The Concept of Childhood Play as Essential Data04:07 Examples of Childhood Play and Their Meaning05:05 Rhyming of Childhood Passions with Second Act Desires06:02 Exercise: Reconstructing Your Play History07:00 Questions to Explore Your Childhood Interests07:52 Analyzing Patterns in Your Childhood Activities08:49 Case Study: Rediscovery of Her Passion for Writing10:47 The Importance of Following Your Inner Thread12:12 Practical Steps to Reconnect with Your True Self13:07 Conclusion: Embrace Your Truest Self and Begin Anew#LifeBeyondTheLadder #MidlifeReinvention #ChildhoodJoy  #SelfDiscovery#Alignment