of antibodies in the body by 20 %, helping destroy viruses and tumor cells .

Levels of stress hormones in the body are reduced , providing enjoyment , and promoting a sense of calm . Endorphins to improve mood and overall wellbeing are released .

Through play and relaxation activities we strengthen the connection with our self , our family and friends , our spiritual connection , and with the world around us . It creates social opportunities and encourages interaction , which ward off stress and depression . Sharing laughter and fun can foster empathy , compassion , trust , and intimacy . Developing a playful nature can help break the ice with strangers , make new friends , and form new relationships . Playing with your kids makes them smarter , better adjusted , and less stressed .

Play releases us from the constraints of logical thinking , allowing us to access new ideas and inspiration .

Whether we ’ re trying to manage anger , depression , anxiety , sadness , or any challenging emotion , physical activity and leisure provides positive outlets for release . The buildup of dense negative energy is prevented , keeping the body from disease and distress .

People who spend more time in leisure activities report more life satisfaction and find more meaning in life . Their joy set-point is increased and the neurological ability to experience pleasure is strengthened .

Laughter , joy , peace , pleasure – qualities we experience most often experience in leisure moments , reconnect us to our core – to our Soul and to Spirit , the essential energy of life . Experiencing joy puts us at the vibrational level healing .

So go ahead , add a dash of fun and a heap full of laughter . Giggle a bit or take a nap . Goof off with friends , tell a joke , be silly , build a sandcastle at the beach , play fetch with the dog , host a game of charades , or go for a bike ride with no destination in mind .

KAILEAN WELSH - Kailean Welsh is a Holistic Psychotherapist , author , and astrologer offering an innovative approach to wellbeing that returns us to the roots of wholeness . Through individual programs , online courses , and transformational retreats , Kailean offers practical tools to help people integrate their human experiences , live their uniqueness , and reconnect with the beauty and magic that underlies all life . Learn more at www . kaileanwelsh . com .

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