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Scenario

When adult play becomes another form of productivity

I bought myself a coloring book to relax but I keep trying to make it perfect instead of just enjoying the process.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The adult tendency to optimize and achieve can infiltrate even activities designed for pure enjoyment, defeating their restorative purpose.

Your guide for this
Nas
Nas works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Imaginative play — children and adults?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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