Listen "We’re wired for play - So do it!"
Episode Synopsis
Gary Ware needs curiosity, exploration and imagination in his life. How can we bring these qualities into our day to day life?Gary grew up as the class clown and got into a lot of mischief. As he got older and became an adult he suppressed his playful side. His goals became the standard that society set; go to university and get a good job. But he felt unfulfilled.He unintentionally rediscovered his playful side from an improv class where he played silly games to be a better storyteller. Through co-running his own digital marketing agency he involved play in everything. Until he was sidelined by his business partner who didn’t buy into this methodology. From this setback he started on the path of facilitation and bringing playful methods to others. He is now a Strategic Play Consultant and created his company, Breakthrough Play.Things to considerThe overarching meaning of play is to do something for the sake of it - we’re wired for playAdults think play is something is frivolous or what kids do and feel guilty for feeling playfulDon’t judge yourself when indulging in play How to sell play to corporate clients by not telling them about playRebel against the status quo - play is the answer, not more hard workLinksGary Ware, LinkedInBreakthrough PlayDr Stewart Brown, PlayGary Ware, Playful Rebellion: Maximize Workplace Success Through The Power of PlayGet in touch!Make Work PlayPlayfilled
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