Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Dr. Stuart Brown

"The Power of Play: How Childlike Wonder Transforms Adult Leadership"Join host Tom Kuhn for a profound conversation with three generations of play research pioneers: Dr. Stuart Brown, founder of the National Institute for Play, his daughter Lauren Sundstrom, and granddaughter Mia Sundstrom.In this extraordinary episode, we explore Dr. Brown's groundbreaking discovery that emerged from darkness—how his work on the 1966 Texas Tower Commission revealed the devastating consequences of play deprivation in childhood. This pivotal research launched a lifelong quest to understand play as not merely recreation, but as a biological necessity for human development.What makes this conversation truly unique is the multi-generational perspective spanning over five decades of research, offering insights into how play has evolved across different eras while revealing its timeless importance to human flourishing.Together, these three visionaries unpack:How play deprivation affects adult behavior in professional settingsThe surprising connection between playful leadership and business innovationPractical ways beauty industry professionals can incorporate "state of play" to enhance creativity, build stronger teams, and create more meaningful client experiencesThe evolution of play research across three generations and its implications for today's digital worldWhether you're a salon or spa owner, school director, or beauty industry leader, this conversation offers transformative insights into how embracing play can revolutionize your approach to leadership, creativity, and wellbeing.Discover why play isn't just for children—it's the essential ingredient for thriving adults and successful businesses.Don't miss this illuminating discussion that might just change how you view your professional purpose.THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS Lightheart Sanders CPA: ⁠https://lsa.cpa/⁠Green Circle Salons: ⁠https://greencirclesalons.com/⁠Phorest Salon Software: ⁠https://www.phorest.com/us/⁠Lightbulb Moments is proudly presented by Qnity.Learn more about Qnity at:WEBSITE: https://qnityinc.comINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/qnityinc/LINKEDIN: ⁠http://www.linkedin.com/company/qnityinc