www.phs.org/Medicare 7 There’s plenty to be gained by channeling your inner child when it comes to play. Playtime is for grownups, too, and it’s not only fun but actually good for you. It is good for your brain and can help you stay connected to the people that mean the most to you. Trying new things is a great way to keep life fun and amusing. The benefits of being amused, according to experts, include decreased stress and increased relaxation. Don’t be afraid to try new hobbies and participate in group play. Social gatherings, sports, and hobbies done in groups are great ways to have more fun. You know what they say about all work and no play. It is important to play. It helps stimulate your creativity and problem-solving skills, perhaps helping you to bust through a mental block and complete an important project or meet a personal goal. Don’t be afraid to show your playful side. By incorporating play into your life, you can help stimulate your mind and keep moving. This is important as we get older. An active and playful lifestyle keeps you healthier and can help increase your longevity. Source: HelpGuide How to fit in some fun Like anything else that doesn’t earn you a paycheck, the trick is to fit playtime into your busy day. Here’s how: •Make work breaks playdates. Instead of checking your phone, try new activities and possibly take up a new hobby. There are group classes that take place at all times of the day. Some classes are only 15 to 30 minutes. •Play with a pet after work. Pets are wonderful companions and can help get you moving. Take them outside for play and get moving with them. •Beat boredom with an evening board game. Clear off the kitchen table and gather your friends and family. •Be spontaneous with your partner. Show off your silliest celebrity impression. Pen a funny love poem. Lie on a blanket in the grass and try to spot animal shapes in the clouds. •Do something you enjoyed as a kid. There is nothing like doing something that you loved as a kid. Bring back those fun hobbies and see how much you still enjoy doing them. You’re never too old to play
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