🙃 Feeling Stuck in Serious Mode? Let’s Flip the Script


Life can get so heavy, can’t it Reader?
You're like, DUH 🙄

Between managing responsibilities, navigating challenges, and trying to keep everything together, it’s easy to forget one essential truth: you’re allowed to enjoy life.

And what better day to remind ourselves of that than today — the International Day of Play! 🎉✨

Joy isn’t a luxury. It’s a necessity, especially when the world is melting. 🫠

Science shows that play lowers stress, sparks creativity, and strengthens resilience.

Play fuels energy and gives us a much-needed break from the pressure to “do it all.”

But let’s be real, play can feel out of reach when life feels serious.

That’s exactly why this challenge exists—to gently guide you back to a lighter, more playful way of living without asking for more time, effort, or perfection.


Why This Challenge?

This isn’t about silly games or distractions. It’s about using intentional, playful micro-moments to shift your mindset, release tension, and reconnect with your vitality.

Here’s the truth:

✨ You deserve to feel more alive every day
🚫 Stress doesn’t have to dominate your story
🌱 Small, playful actions can lead to big, positive shifts


Here’s What You’ll Get
Over 7 days, you’ll receive short, simple, accessible activities designed to:
😊 Lift your mood and reduce stress (even on tough days)
🔥 Boost your energy and spark creativity
🎈 Remind you how freeing and fun life can be—yes, even now

By the end, you’ll feel lighter, more energized, and ready to make play a natural part of your life.


A Note for You

It takes courage and curiosity to show up for something like this. By joining, you’re already proving you’re willing to embrace more joy and ease. 💖 How incredible is that?

I can’t wait to guide you on this playful adventure.

👉 Click here to join the 7-Day Play Challenge — it’s free! 👈

Let’s make life a little less serious together.

With levity,


P.S. Know someone who could use a little joy boost too? Forward this along and invite them in!

Hi! I'm the Creator of Recess On Demand

As a creator and embodiment practitioner, I offer high achieving women leaders somatic play for resilience, work-life success, and moving beyond burnout to thrive in mind-body-spirit. Start Setting Your Default to Play—check out the tools I have below and sign up for my e-news for more inspiration and updates!

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