Are You Playing?

Play is an essential aspect of our lives, ingrained instinctually within us. However, at some juncture in our societal evolution, we adopted the notion that there's an expiration date on playfulness. Yet, the reality is quite the opposite. A closer observation of children reveals that play is the conduit through which we learn, grow, and adapt to our surroundings. It's the means by which we explore the boundless opportunities life offers.

Personally, my upbringing was steeped in play. I spent countless hours outdoors, immersed in the natural world—digging in dirt, splashing in water, reveling in the company of plants and fruits (and of course people), and navigating varied terrains. Play has invariably been integral to my existence, and I've staunchly upheld its significance. Some may even argue that I “play too much”. Regardless, the message remains clear.

"Are you playing?"—this is a question I've made a habit of posing to myself. Am I engaging in activities purely for enjoyment, for recreation, rather than driven by serious or pragmatic motives? I've consciously integrated more play into my life. Frankly, if a task doesn't resonate with a sense of playfulness, I'm inclined to decline involvement or remove it from my agenda altogether. Surveying the world's current landscape, rife with challenges and dilemmas, it becomes evident that we could all benefit from injecting more playfulness into our lives. So, I ask you, are you playing?

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