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Scenario

Why adults struggle to request physical play

I miss the feeling of being overpowered in a safe way but I can't figure out how to ask for that without it sounding weird or sexual.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Language fails to capture the legitimate non-sexual need for embodied surrender and controlled powerlessness.

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 Physical play — rough-and-tumble?”

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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