In this episode, Dr. Erica Buchholz — parent coach andfounder of Becoming Playful — reminds us that joy isn’t a luxury in parenting, it’s a lifeline. She shares her path from academic psychology to helping parents rediscover creativity, laughter, and lightness as antidotes to burnout. You’ll learn her three pillars of recovery — Recharge, Inner Power, and Time to Thrive — and even get a taste of laughter yoga. This one’s a powerful reminder that play isn’t just for kids — it’s how grown-ups heal, too.  ** Let's Connect! ** 🌐 Visit Erica’s Website: https://becomingplayful.com/😂 Get Erica’s Playful tips on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EveryoneHappier📷 Follow Erica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomingplayfulcoaching/📩 Read our Newsletter: https://www.theweeklyparent.com 📷 Follow Kiyah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkiyahduffey/ ** Key Takeaways ** Play for adults is about creativity and creation.Burnout is a chemical change in the brain, not just exhaustion.Laughter yoga can improve mental health and well-being.Self-care is essential for effective parenting.Curiosity about oneself is crucial for personal growth.Intentional laughter can shift your mood and mindset.Modeling self-care for children teaches them its importance.Habit stacking can help integrate play into daily routines.Taking breaks is not neglecting responsibilities.You don't have to parent alone; support is available. ** Chapters ** 00:00 Introduction to Playfulness and Parenting02:56 The Journey from Psychology to Parent Coaching06:08 The Importance of Play for Adults09:09 Burnout Recovery: Three Pillars Explained16:54 Curiosity and Self-Care in Parenting23:00 Laughter Yoga: A Tool for Joy29:55 Practical Strategies for Overcoming Burnout36:28 Final Thoughts on Parenting and Support ** About **Dr. Erica Buckholz is a parent coach with a doctorate inApplied Developmental Psychology and the founder of Becoming Playful. She helps parents recover from burnout and rediscover joy through play, flow, and even intentional laughter — also known as laughter yoga. Drawing from her own experiences as a mom and from the science of play, Erica teaches practical ways for parents to recharge, reconnect with themselves, and thrive.  Dr. Kiyah Duffey, a celebrated nutrition expert with a PhDfrom UNC-Chapel Hill and founder of Kizingo, leverages her 20 years of experience to parents towards fostering healthier food habits in themselves and their children. As a mother of three and a globally recognized speaker and entrepreneur, she combines personal insight and professional expertise to help you transform your family’s relationship with food. ** Keywords **parenting, playfulness, burnout recovery, laughter yoga,self-care, creativity, mental health, joy, adult play, parent coaching

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