Playing is the cornerstone of development and while we know this for children, often we do not apply this to ourselves as adults. It is easy to become lost in the day to day minutia of tasks and work, and over time we find ourselves becoming more and more sedentary.
Often doing activities with others, that require you to move your body feels silly and childish to many adults. It is, however, vital to your overall wellness and longevity.
Here are 5 reasons that you want to stay active and play.
- Play facilitates deep connections between people and leads us to more profound satisfaction in our interpersonal relationships.
- Playing through movement releases endorphins which can boost your productivity and happiness levels.
- Playing teaches you to be in the moment, to focus on the actual experience instead of accomplishing a goal.
- Playing in activities that require some strategy thinking, or changes in the process can increase brain function and help prevent memory problems.
- Playing can boost your energy and vitality, keeps your body more energized, joints stable and supple all while improving your overall immune system.