Allison Anderson

Being at Play

Arts EN ↓ 28 episodes

Being at Play explores play, improvisation, and the expressive arts for adults. Hosted by Allison Anderson, and brought to you by Anderson Arts & Well-Being Inc., the podcast mission is to improve well-being, promote personal growth, and make meaningful connection through playfulness, curiosity, and wonder. As we age, we forget that as human beings these are our birthright. So come along on this journey into the world of imagination and discovery. Engage, Create, Thrive.

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Author

Allison Anderson

Episodes

Play-Based Self-Exploration 31.03.2024 9:00

In this episode, we explore the multiple benefits of play-based self-exploration. In this episode, we discuss the broad benefits of using play to explore decision-making, personal identity, values, etc. in order to create a better understanding of ourselves and promote personal growth. We touch on how play and being in the moment is a form of mindfulness. There are multiple benefits to play whethe...

Introducing the Being at Play Podcast 24.03.2024 4:00

In this introductory episode you will learn about the mission of the Being at Play podcast and meet its creator. This is Episode 1 of the Being at Play podcast with your host, Allison Anderson. In this episode, Allison describes the mission of the podcast, provides some info about herself, and gives an overview of what to expect in upcoming episodes. This podcast is brought to you by Anderson Arts...

The Benefits of Play for Adults 24.03.2024 14:00

Definitions, types, and benefits of play for adults. In this episode, Allison discusses the definitions of play and purposeless play in particular. She goes through the different types of play activities as well as the physical, cognitive, and emotional benefits of playing on our own or in a group. She talks about how play stimulates the imagination, promotes curiosity, and inspires creativity. Th...