On Play

When was the last time you really engaged in play? It’s often seen as something reserved for childhood, a break from the “serious stuff” of life. But what if play isn’t a distraction at all? What if it’s one of the most powerful tools we have for growth, clarity, and resilience?

In this episode of Mind Bites, I’m joined again by emotional intelligence practitioner Mike Martin to explore the deeper meaning of play—why it matters, how it can restore us, and the surprising ways it can transform the way we move through challenges.

If you want to shift from stress and pressure into possibility, and bring more joy and strength into your everyday life, this conversation might just provide the pathway you need: play isn’t optional. It’s essential.

After a decade and a half of regular dialogue in a local café, I, Renee Beale, ex-scientist turned producer and coach, decided to transform coffee with emotional intelligence practitioner Mike Martin into this podcast, to share his unique perspective on the mind and how we can use our curiosity and creativity to gain control and rediscover peace – that’s been so helpful in my own life. If you found this episode insightful, we’d love it if you could share it with others. After all minds can bite and these bite-sized conversations offer remedies.