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Playing For Keeps @ThePlayDoc

Witness how #play is a powerful antidote to stress through high-performing individuals who prioritize play as essential to a happier life.

Joined February 2020
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Playing For Keeps@ThePlayDoc
5 Nov 2020
Presented by @KPJRFilms, @ThePlayDoc examines the importance of #play & downtime for all of us – children, adults, seniors, and animals. Now screening virtually at festivals nationwide! #PLAYWell
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Adults can #play, too! These adult summer leagues are a haven for social connection, provide stress relief, & can rekindle a love for the game, drawing adults from all walks of life into the exhilarating world of competitive play. #playwell idahopress.com/boiseweekly/r…
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Playing For Keeps@ThePlayDoc
26 Aug 2024
Research has shown that #stretching can reduce all-cause mortality. We know stretching is key to slower aging and quality of life - all ages. #play #playwell medscape.com/viewarticle/str…
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Play Wales@PlayWales
28 Aug 2024
Next week, children across Wales are returning to school. Take a look at our guidance for a whole school approach to making sure children have the time, space and freedom to play during their school day. 👇 play.wales/publication-libra…
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Debbie Hampton@dlhampton
9 Mar 2024
A New Bodily Approach to Treat Depression and Anxiety buff.ly/3klPdDK Significant postural and motor differences exist in people with anxiety or depression. Research shows manipulating the motor system, like posture, gait, and movement may positively affect symptoms.
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edutopia
@edutopia
25 Aug 2024
—@SteeleThoughts
“The best education does not prepare students for a test, or for a college, or for a job. It prepares them to keep learning.” —Danny Steele, Principal

ALT “The best education does not prepare students for a test, or for a college, or for a job. It prepares them to keep learning.” —Danny Steele, Principal

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Playing For Keeps@ThePlayDoc
9 Aug 2024
Dance, Dance, Baby! Every culture dances. So why did humans evolve to get down? #play #playwell psyche.co/films/every-cultur…

Every culture dances. So why did humans evolve to get down? | Psyche Videos

What, exactly, is dance for? A toe-tapping animation explores why we evolved to move together – and why it feels so good

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AAA State of Play@AAAStateOfPlay
8 Aug 2024
Here are 19 fantastic ways to help elementary school students develop essential self-regulation skills that are beneficial both in the long-term and short-term: buff.ly/3Ae4vln Thanks @Edutopia and @dalorleon! #SEL #ECE
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AAA State of Play@AAAStateOfPlay
9 Aug 2024
Happy #NationalDogMonth! Did you know that dog owners are 54% more likely to reach the recommended level of daily physical activity, according to the American Heart Association? @American_Heart Dogs = healthy hearts and happy hearts for humans!
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WeCareWales@WeCareWales
7 Aug 2024
Today is #PlayDay2024!😁 Play is essential at all ages and stages of childhood, and is particularly important during times of crisis. Interested in working in the childcare, early years and play sector? More information. 👇 ow.ly/VFFR50PpLTO @playwales
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A new trend in travel allows you to unleash your inner child like never before. Enter the world of gigantic adult playground vacation homes — where fun knows no bounds and imagination is the only limit. #play #playwell msn.com/en-us/travel/tripide…
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These benefits apply to children and adults alike! #Playmatters #PlayWell
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Adult playgrounds are on the rise! North America’s largest swing set is not your typical playground. #play #playwell #powerofplay bloomberg.com/news/newslette…
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Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation@eatlearnplay
15 Jul 2024
Five years ago, @stephencurry30 and @ayeshacurry launched Eat. Learn. Play. with a dream of making a difference in their adopted hometown of Oakland.🌟 Today, we kick off our anniversary countdown by looking back at where it all began! #AnniversaryCountdown
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Play Wales@PlayWales
26 Jul 2024
⭐️ New information sheet ⭐️ Our new info sheet is now available – it provides an overview of what is unique about playwork and the role of the playworker. play.wales/publication-libra…
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Playing For Keeps@ThePlayDoc
6 Jul 2024
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#Fun can be so many things. @NPR asked readers to share how they #play, more than 1,500 people responded with a deliciously wide range of pursuits, from hula hooping to home brewing beer to raising reptiles. npr.org/sections/health-shot…

Here's why you should make a habit of having more fun

Happiness can sometimes feel just out of reach. But having more fun? You've got this — and those giggles and playful moments can make a big difference to your health and well-being.

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Parenting expert Dr. Sheryl Ziegler discusses the mental health benefits of incorporating #play into our daily lives. 9news.com/video/news/health/…

The mental health benefits of play for adults

Parenting expert Dr. Sheryl Ziegler discusses the mental health benefits of incorporating play into our daily lives.

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