Do you ever hold back from being playful? Maybe you want to start a dance, join a game, or take a risk—but something stops you. Why is this so common? Often, it stems from experiences early in life where being ourselves didn’t feel safe. In response, we developed protective mechanisms to keep us out of the spotlight and away from rejection.
When someone invites us to “be playful,” it can bring up questions:
In this training, you’ll learn how to reclaim your natural playfulness—on your own terms. Through a step-by-step process, this training prioritizes safety and consent, helping you connect with your playful side in a way that feels comfortable and freeing.
When someone invites us to “be playful,” it can bring up questions:
- Will I be accepted for who I am?
- Will I be rejected or judged?
In this training, you’ll learn how to reclaim your natural playfulness—on your own terms. Through a step-by-step process, this training prioritizes safety and consent, helping you connect with your playful side in a way that feels comfortable and freeing.
Training Structure
Session 1: What Happened to Play?
Explore how and why we lose our playfulness.
Understand nervous system regulation and its role in feeling safe to play.
Participate in introductory games designed to ease into the process.
Session 2: Integrating Playfulness into Daily Life
Learn how to weave moments of play into your routine.
Explore resistance and how to navigate it with self-compassion.
Session 3: Playful Challenge and Titration
Gradually increase your comfort with playful challenges.
Practice taking small social risks in a safe and supportive environment.
Session 4: Next Steps and Celebration
Reflect on your progress and celebrate your growth.
Discuss ways to continue integrating playfulness into your life.
Explore how and why we lose our playfulness.
Understand nervous system regulation and its role in feeling safe to play.
Participate in introductory games designed to ease into the process.
Session 2: Integrating Playfulness into Daily Life
Learn how to weave moments of play into your routine.
Explore resistance and how to navigate it with self-compassion.
Session 3: Playful Challenge and Titration
Gradually increase your comfort with playful challenges.
Practice taking small social risks in a safe and supportive environment.
Session 4: Next Steps and Celebration
Reflect on your progress and celebrate your growth.
Discuss ways to continue integrating playfulness into your life.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this training, you will:
- Understand how to ground and regulate your nervous system for safety and ease.
- Feel more confident taking social risks and exploring play.
- Connect to your innate playfulness in ways that feel safe and natural.
- Gain insight into the link between trauma, anxiety, and resistance to play.
What you'll receive
- PDFs of all materials shared during the sessions.
- Powerful tools to regulate your nervous system and feel more grounded.
- Practical games and playful practices to incorporate into your everyday life.
Logistics
- 4 x 1.5-hour weekly sessions on Zoom
- No homework or preparation required—come as you are.
- Price: $150, offered on a sliding scale to ensure accessibility.
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