Summer is a wonderful time filled with opportunities for adventure and relaxation. It's a season that offers a break from the routines of school and work, providing the perfect space to unwind and reconnect with ourselves and our loved ones.
The Need for Space
Both children and adults need space to breathe, express themselves, and explore the world around them. This space should be free from pressures and expectations, allowing for genuine play. Summer is often the time when we strive to create this type of unstructured time, but true play is becoming increasingly rare in our society.
The Disappearance of True Play
In our modern world, we have many forms of entertainment at our fingertips—apps, social media, video games—but these don't always foster the kind of play that is crucial for development. While these activities can be fun, they often lack the element of exploration and self-expression that true play provides. Instead, they fill our time with passive consumption rather than active engagement.
The Importance of Play
True play is essential for learning, problem-solving, social interaction, and emotional expression. It's through play that children develop the skills they need for school, work, and relationships. Unfortunately, play is often viewed as unimportant and is overshadowed by more 'serious' activities. This leaves less time for children to engage in the kind of play that supports their growth.
This summer, let's make a conscious effort to press pause on our distractions and engage in meaningful play. By doing so, we can enrich our lives and the lives of our children, fostering connections and creating lasting memories.
Let's make room for the kind of play that truly matters.
If you're interested in learning more about play vs. work, how to play with your kids, how to get them out of the electronics, and how to support boredom and creativity, contact us at info@strongties.ca or 604.862.8763.