Playtime

In his book Flow, Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi wrote the following

“The popular assumption is that no skills are involved in enjoying free time, and that anybody can do it. Yet the evidence suggests the opposite: free time is more difficult to enjoy than work. Having leisure at one’s disposal does not improve the quality of life unless one knows how to use it effectively, and it is by no means something one learns automatically”

I'm pretty sure that as children we knew exactly what to do with our free time...play! Play is part of our human nature and not just for kids but when did you last play? Play is important to our vitality, energy and overall wellbeing.

So what are the key features of play?

“It is done for its own sake, there is no goal.
We voluntarily engage in it.
It is fun and feels good. We lose track of time.
When fully engaged we become less self - conscious.
There is no right way to play.
When you do it, you want to do more of it! ”

If we use these features then there are endless possibilities and activities we might engage in. Whatever it is, if you are in the moment, losing track of time and enjoying yourself then you are creating a healthier and happier life for yourself.

How could you create more play in your life?

Why not grab a pal or come yourself and join us for some time outside in nature with a supportive group of women. We will enjoy some time and space to think and move. Anna will bring mindfulness, adventure and nature connection carefully blended with coaching, intention setting and focus on self with me, Sarah Philp Coaching.

For 3 Tuesdays in June you can step off the treadmill and spend the evening (6.30-9.30pm) in a different landscapes in Edinburgh and East Lothian, and will enjoy working on some grounding themes:

2nd June - Portobello Beach (Water)
9th June - Arthurs Seat (Air) and
16th June - Yellowcraig Beach (Fire)

This series of events is aimed at female Educators (teachers, leaders and early years practitioners). You can create some time and space for yourself by booking one, two or all three of these special events.

What to expect:

Mindful, gentle, and barefoot walking

Silent Reflection

Exploring the benefits of barefoot walking.

Meditation.

Yoga Play.

Making fire.

Cooking over fire.

Sea Swimming (optional)

Nature Art

Coaching

Connect with like-minded women, step back from the everyday busy-ness of life and relax in nature.