EPISODE · May 6, 2026 · 8 MIN
The role of play in adult health: why it's not optional
In this episode, hosts Emma Sullivan and David Park explore why play isn't a luxury for adults—it's essential maintenance for your nervous system, backed by decades of research from neuroscientists and play researchers. They break down what play actually means (hint: it's not optimization disguised as fun), why its absence is as damaging as sleep deprivation, and how to identify your own play signature by looking back at what captivated you as a child. You'll leave with a concrete way to reclaim play in your life, even if you only have fifteen minutes, and permission to stop treating it like something you have to earn.Follow The Wellness Rhythm Show: ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheWellnessRhythmShow 📖 Newsletter: https://thewellnessrhythmshow.substack.com Powered by VoxCrea.AI
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In this episode, hosts Emma Sullivan and David Park explore why play isn't a luxury for adults—it's essential maintenance for your nervous system, backed by decades of research from neuroscientists and play researchers. They break down what play actually means (hint: it's not optimization disguised as fun), why its absence is as damaging as sleep deprivation, and how to identify your own play signature by looking back at what captivated you as a child. You'll leave with a concrete way to recl...
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