When was the last time you actually took time to play, to  simply have fun?   For most adults, the answer is usually not often enough. The benefits of play for adults, like children, has been shown to have many benefits to both physical and mental health. In fact, it can play a vital role in whether someone is happy or depressed, fulfilled or empty.  In this podcast we will hear from a Play Expert whose career actually began by studying a mass murderer.   He will help you discover what type of play personality you have as well as how important and easy it is to add play to your life. 

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