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Ep. 020 | The Power of Play w/ Kirsten Anderson

In brand new episode, Kassy LaBorie and Kirsten Anderson explore the transformative power of play in adult life, particularly in the workplace. Kirsten shares her journey from the toy industry to becoming a playologist, emphasizing the importance of play for creativity, team building, and psychological safety. They discuss practical techniques for integrating play into professional settings, the significance of creating a playful environment, and how play can enhance communication and collaboration. Kirsten also provides actionable activities for facilitators to foster engagement and connection among participants. Kirsten’s Links: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/KirstenPlaying Website: https://integrateplay.com/ LinkedIn:   / kirstenplaying   YouTube:    / @kirstenplaying   Instagram:   / kirstenplaying   TikTok:   / kirstenplaying   Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6bx... eSpeakers: https://www.espeakers.com/marketplace... Kassy’s Links: Website: https://kassylaborie.com/ Instagram:   / kassylaborie   LinkedIn:   / kassylaborie   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Play and Art 02:58 The Importance of Play in Adult Life 05:52 Play as a Tool for Team Building and Resilience 08:35 Pillars of a Playful Mindset 11:34 Transformative Moments in Play Facilitation 14:13 Applying Play in Personal and Professional Life 16:55 Exploring Creativity and Playfulness in Work 19:15 The Power of Play in Learning 21:08 Overcoming Resistance in Corporate Settings 23:02 Creating Psychological Safety through Play 25:31 The Art of Noticing and Naming 28:29 Engaging Introductions: Who's Who Activity 32:41 Integrating Play into Everyday Work Takeaways Emphasizes the need for adults to engage in play. Play should not be limited to evenings and weekends; it can be integrated into daily life. Creativity is closely linked to play; without play, creativity suffers. Facilitators should create psychological safety to encourage openness. Physical actions can enhance memory and engagement during activities. Naming what is happening in the room can enhance group dynamics. Play can help teams build resilience and adaptability. Using playful methods can increase creative solutions by over 15%. Facilitators should invite participation rather than force it. play, creativity, team building, adult play, psychological safety, facilitation, playfulness, workplace culture, resilience, innovation