Today, we’re diving into the neuroscience of PLAY — we’re talkin’ brains, burnout, joy, and how play literally rewires us for regulation, creativity, and connection.

I’m joined by Matt Jones, a PhD student, professor at Purdue, and total nerd (in the best way) for all things play and organizational leadership.

We talk about:

• What’s actually happening in your brain when you play
• How play helps regulate the nervous system + heal burnout
• The surprising link between play, leadership, and communication
• How adults can reconnect with play (even if it feels awkward)
  

Whether you’re leading teams, healing from stress, or just trying to feel more alive — this episode will light you up in all the right ways. Let's nerd out and play on.

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