It’s a crazy world but we’re all living in it and making time for play has never been so important to our well being as it is in these middle years. Land and Rebecca talk to Aurélie Harp, founder of Humanity Play, and discuss the importance of incorporating play into life. Aurélie shares her journey of starting her coaching and consulting company and how she observed division and labels in society. She emphasizes the power of play in bringing joy and reclaiming agency in life. She encourages individuals to step out of societal expectations and explore the possibilities. Aurélie also highlights the transformative nature of play and the benefits it brings to adulthood and discusses cultural differences in play and lifestyle. In this conversation, Aurélie Harp addresses the relationship between productivity and joy and explains that while productivity can be efficient and even joyful to a certain extent, there comes a point when it becomes exhausting and prevents us from being present in the moment. Aurélie emphasizes the importance of breaking the rule of constant productivity and finding moments of relaxation and playfulness. She also highlights the value of building relationships and exploring different roles and identities. Aurélie encourages listeners to expand their definition of play and find joy in the messy middle of life. She suggests incorporating playfulness into everyday routines and creating meaningful connections with others.

KEY POINTS

• Incorporating play into life, especially in middle age, is essential for bringing joy and reclaiming agency.
• Stepping out of societal expectations and exploring possibilities can lead to a more fulfilling life.
• Play has transformative power and can improve creativity, boost self-confidence, and relieve stress.
• Cultural differences in play and lifestyle offer valuable insights and opportunities for learning.
• Breaking the rule of constant productivity and finding moments of relaxation and playfulness is essential for our well-being.
• Expanding the definition of play allows us to find joy in unexpected activities and experiences.
• Creating meaningful connections with others and embracing love as a response to life's challenges can bring us joy and fulfillment.

You can follow Aurélie here :

https://www.womanityplay.com

https://linktr.ee/womanity

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