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What Happens When We Play? Researchers Found Four Things
Play and wellbeing: young adults describe positive emotion, stress relief, social bonding and learning.
Joy
Everyday pleasures, unexpected adventures and the people making room for play and delight after 50.
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The One Thing We May Need More of After 50
Rediscover play after 50 and what research suggests about its connection to well-being.
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Are We Forgetting How to Play After 50?
Why curiosity, laughter and doing things just for fun may be an overlooked part of living well after age 50.
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I Thought I Was Teaching Her
What watching my daughter compete taught me about growing older.
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The Friday Challenge: Don’t Be the Responsible One
You spent decades being responsible. Now even your free time quietly turns into work you never chose.
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The Secret Power of Laughter
Laughter after 50: exploring humor, stress relief, shared connection and everyday wellbeing.
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Making The Case for Laughter
Rediscover the healing power of laughter and why joy still matters at any age.
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Why Play Matters More After 50
Creative pursuits and play after 50: make room for hobbies, joy and connection in everyday life.
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My Journey Back to Joy
A journey to make sense of life at middle age.
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Uncovering the Science of Joy
The science of joy: exploring gratitude, connection and small everyday acts that can lift your spirits.
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Overcoming Imposter Syndrome to Find True Joy
Tony Allen shares his journey to wellbeing and happiness.
