Recess For Grownups: Play Your Way Back To Balance

Sat Apr 25 2026 at 02:00 pm to 04:00 pm UTC-07:00

515 Court St, Reno, NV, United States, Nevada 89501 | Reno

Wholistic Wellness Center
Publisher/HostWholistic Wellness Center
Recess For Grownups: Play Your Way Back To Balance
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In the constant hum of adulthood, we often trade curiosity for productivity and spontaneity for schedules. Yet, play is not a luxury—it is medicine. It is the fastest way to relieve stress, regulate the nervous system, clear mental fog, and move from the "noise" of the mind back into the wisdom of the heart.
This workshop is a creative sanctuary designed to help you unlearn the "shoulds" of life and remember the language of unstructured joy!
Introductory Rate for New Offering: $35
Facilitated by Michelle & Eric Ventura
The Science of Play
Play is a biological necessity that acts as a "vagal brake" for the nervous system, shifting us out of high-stress survival mode and into a state of social engagement and safety.
Boosts Neuroplasticity: Triggers brain growth and creative problem-solving.
Dissolves Cortisol: Flushes stress hormones to prioritize immune repair.
Activates Flow: Silences the "inner critic" to unlock effortless inspiration.
The Experience
Through gentle, spontaneous exercises, we move out of the analytical mind and into a state of Heart-Centered Balance:
Harmonize the Heart: Use laughter and connection to return to emotional equilibrium.
Shed the Stress: Release the physical tension held by the "productive" adult self.
Ignite Creativity: Engage in the "what if" of the moment to unlock new perspectives.

What to Expect:
A Safe Container: A non-judgmental space with no "right" or "wrong" ways to participate.
Somatic Movement: Simple, intuitive ways to get out of your head and into your body.
Creative Connection: Collaborative games and prompts that spark genuine smiles.
Deep Integration: Go home with ideas of how to continue to play!
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515 Court St, Reno, NV, United States, Nevada 89501

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