Playing is one of the biggest stress relievers in adults just as much as kids. It can help us look at life differently, have a break from life, be creative and lift your mood. In this episode Janine mentions a book called Play by Stuart Brown and Christopher Vaughan and some of the areas of play which are helpful tips and reminders.
In this episode Janine discusses:
How play removes stress for adults as well as kids
The importance of taking a ‘play break’
How to integrate play in your day as an adult
What a playful attitude can look like
Thinking about what you enjoy and incorporating these back into life now.
Coping Skills for Adults: https://copingskillsforkids.com/coping-skills-for-adults
And remember, do not forget about yourself, take a few minutes for you and have a little fun!
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About The Host - Janine Halloran
Janine Halloran is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, an author, a speaker, an entrepreneur and a mom. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Janine has been working primarily with children, adolescents, and their families for over 20 years. She is the Founder of 'Coping Skills for Kids', where she creates products and resources to help kids learn to cope with their feelings in safe and healthy ways. Janine also founded 'Encourage Play’ which dedicated to helping kids learn and practice social skills in the most natural way - through play!
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