Dr. Laurel Bongiorno joins us for a discussion on play as a key component of well-being, and how important it is to incorporate play into our lives. Dr. Bongiorno addresses the impact of the recent pandemic, and how we have become conditioned by these "play restrictions" in our relationships, as parents, and in the workplace. Realizing that "loosening up" may be a bit of a heavy lift for some, Dr. Bongiorno emphasizes the need for us to first make play a priority, just as we would with any other aspect of our health and well-being, while also modeling this for our children, students, employees, and colleagues. After all, a playful environment opens the door for happiness, creativity, and open minds.
*This is the first episode of a series of guest speakers on a variety topics related to well-being.
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