Apr
17
My Favorite Youtube Comment about The Power of Play
From a physical abuse sufferer who read Play It Away and watched my videos:
Play
Apr
13
The Simple Solution to End School Shootings
It has nothing to do with guns, it has to do with people feeling lonely.
2 min read
Apr
11
How Play Can Heal Strained Relationships and Rebuild Families
Shirley Wu's painful relationship with her mother caused her to crave the loving bond she saw in others. Her military deployments allowed her to escape her emotions, but eventually she had to confront her pain and begin her journey towards healing.
7 min read
Apr
07
How Play Helps Real Estate Brokers Sell Million Dollar Listings
Ryan Serhant, the top real estate broker in NY and #6 in the US, trains his sales team through play. By incorporating games into training sessions, he encourages creative thinking and fosters a positive team dynamic. Play proves to be an effective tool for boosting sales and driving growth.
1 min read
Apr
04
Can Play Boost Sales?
The most common objection I hear from business people is this: “Play sounds great, but we have to get paid. Can playing at work improve our sales numbers?” The answer is yes.
2 min read
Apr
02
How Zelda Saved This Boy’s Family
Zelda: Ocarina of Time is hailed as the greatest video game ever made. It's pure magic wrapped in a hero's journey. This story from Reddit shows how it can bring families together. The family that plays together, stays together.
3 min read
Mar
28
The Best TED Talks on Play
The Best TED Talks on Play
Mar
18
Palestinian Teacher Uses Play to Reduce Violence
Great story about a teacher who uses play to reduce violence: A former refugee who decided to teach children about self-respect and non-violence has been named Global Teacher of the Year.
1 min read
Mar
01
Why Dogs Chase Squirrels
We often simplify animal behavior, like assuming dogs always want to kill squirrels. But in reality, our perceptions are conditioned. Dogs and squirrels often play together and chase each other, revealing the complexity of their interactions. They are not one-dimensional creatures, but multifaceted.
2 min read
Feb
19
Teacher’s Facebook Post on Why She Quit After 30 Years
I recently came across Kathy Margolis’ Facebook post, which seems to have really struck a chord (over 35,000 shares). All of her thoughts on the school system are applicable to schools around the world.
4 min read