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How to Fight Brain Rot: Why Adults Need Play to Thrive at Work

How to Fight Brain Rot: Why Adults Need Play to Thrive at Work

Update: 2025-10-28
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Play isn’t just for kids—it’s a powerful tool for creativity and resilience at work. In this episode, play designer Cas Holman shares how curiosity and playfulness can help teams thrive.

You’ll learn:

  • Why adults need play to spark innovation
  • How leaders can model play without it feeling forced
  • Easy ways to bring more play into your daily work


Show Notes

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Cas Holman: https://casholman.com

Book: https://casholman.com/work-with-cas-copy

Rigamajig: https://casholman.com/design/rigamajig 


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How to Fight Brain Rot: Why Adults Need Play to Thrive at Work

How to Fight Brain Rot: Why Adults Need Play to Thrive at Work