STOP BEING SO SERIOUS | Why the Village Needs to Play

When did growing up mean we had to stop playing?

In this episode of Building The Village, I challenge the idea that adulthood must be serious, rigid, and joyless. Because the truth is — the village needs play to survive.

Play isn’t childish. It’s childlike.
And when communities lose joy, curiosity, and imagination, they lose connection.

In this episode, we explore:
• Why adults stopped playing• The difference between being childlike and childish• How play reduces stress, builds trust, and strengthens relationships• Why laughter is one of the fastest ways to create belonging• How bringing play back can heal individuals and communities

If you’ve been feeling burned out, disconnected, or stuck in survival mode — this conversation is for you.

✨ Because building better villages starts with joy. ✨

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