How to Bring More Playfulness to Your Everyday Life As Americans face an era of economic uncertainty, social division, and technological upheaval, many are seeking comfort in tangible pursuits.
But according to Mia Sundstrom, CEO of the National Institute for Play, what people crave most is something far more elusive: play.
The distinction between "play" and other terms like "leisure," "entertainment," or "recreation" is crucial. Play is a state of mind characterized by experimentation, risk taking, and curiosity.