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Aug 2025
4m 24s

Play Isn’t Extra — It’s Essential

Headspace Studios
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Joy doesn’t belong just to us. It ripples out. Dora shares a story about a wise teacher who surprised everyone with a goofy joke, reminding her that playfulness and wisdom can coexist. Today’s episode is about sympathetic joy and how our delight can become a legacy. When we let ourselves play, we give others permission to do the same. Learn more about your a ... Show More
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