Clay Drinko

Clay Drinko, an educator and improvisation researcher with a Ph.D. in drama, explores how improv enhances mental health. He shares insights on the flow state he found onstage and its link to creativity and anxiety reduction. The conversation highlights practical applications of the 'yes and...' principle in parenting and social skills development, while simple improv games help combat perfectionism and embrace mistakes. Drinko also shares cutting-edge research on improv’s therapeutic benefits and introduces exercises to bring playfulness into daily life.

Clay Drinko, an educator and the author of "Play Your Way Sane," dives into the art of improvisation and its surprising relevance in everyday life. He discusses how play can spark creativity and enhance communication across various fields. Clay shares personal anecdotes about overcoming misunderstanding and emphasizes the importance of active listening. He introduces engaging exercises to boost conversational skills and reveals how improvisation principles can transform social anxiety into connection.

Join educator and author Clay Drinko as he unpacks the playful side of mindfulness. He challenges common misconceptions about meditation, reframing it as awareness instead of emptying the mind. Clay shares how incorporating games can make mindfulness more accessible and enjoyable. He highlights the importance of embracing uncertainty, using playful techniques like improv to foster resilience. Plus, learn how intentional mantras can transform negative self-talk and how simple everyday games can enhance your mindfulness practice.