Being at Play

By: Allison Anderson
  • Summary

  • Being at Play explores play, improvisation, and the expressive arts for adults. Hosted by Allison Anderson, and brought to you by Anderson Arts & Well-Being Inc., the podcast mission is to improve well-being, promote personal growth, and make meaningful connection through playfulness, curiosity, and wonder. As we age, we forget that as human beings these are our birthright. So come along on this journey into the world of imagination and discovery. Engage, Create, Thrive.

    Copyright 2024 Allison Anderson
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Episodes
  • The Potency of Mistakes
    Sep 16 2024

    In today's episode we are exploring the potency of mistakes: those unexpected, surprising, and uncontrollable circumstances that can either be seen as failures or opportunities. We look at examples of some mistakes of the past to see how they were actually opportunities for innovation and growth. Click to join the musician program WAITLIST mentioned at the top of the episode.


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    12 mins
  • Play in Times of Pain
    Sep 10 2024

    In this episode, we explore the profound power of play and creativity as tools for healing and transformation. When faced with pain, whether physical, emotional, or spiritual, play can shift our perspective, bringing us back to the present moment and opening new possibilities for growth. We discuss how play allows us to express emotions in a safe, non-threatening way and connect with deeper parts of ourselves. By engaging in creative activities like art and movement, we can find relief from pain, foster a sense of aliveness, and even experience moments of transcendence and connection to the sacred. Join us as we uncover how play and creativity can serve as gentle yet powerful pathways to emotional and spiritual healing. Discover how embracing play can help us reclaim a sense of agency, find peace, and transform even the most challenging experiences into opportunities for renewal. Click to join the musician program WAITLIST mentioned at the top of the episode.


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    25 mins
  • The Value of Community Play
    Aug 20 2024

    The value of community play and the social benefits that go along with it.


    In today's episode, we talk about a recent personal experience and the many benefits of communal play, including satisfying a deep human need for social bonding, trust, and communal joy which has contributed significantly to our evolution. Click to join the musician program WAITLIST mentioned at the top of the episode.


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    11 mins

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