This week is all about reconnecting with the joy of your childhood self!
Anyone who knows me well, will tell you that I am more than just a fan of stuffed animals/plushies, and the truth is, I have always been. You know how they say that nothing is permanent? EXCEPT for my love of stuffies, that will outlast us all š
A few days ago, I went into my favourite toy store for plushy oogling (Kaboodles in downtown Victoria BC) and perhaps some purchasing too. I was lovingly telling the staff about what a giant kid I am still at age 37, and how my bed is more critter than Kristy. To my surprise, they informed me that most of their clientele who came in for these stuffed bundles of furry joy were adultsā and especially so since this whole global pandemic hit. It made sense, despite the surprise, because after all, donāt all humans need affection, physical touch, comfort andā¦ the ability to unconditionally and uncontrollably SNUGGLE, KISS, and PET a soft and loveable cutie at any given WHIM!? Wellā¦you get the point. Iām a sensory person, Iām an animal lover, Iām a critter admirer, and Iām a cuddle fanatic. What else can I say, these squish-able, squeezable sacks of snug-fest spell out J-O-Y for me even on the darkest of days! And turns out I’m not alone.
So plush or other, whatās your J-O-Y bringer? Think back to some of your happiest, earliest childhood memories. Perhaps a favourite place, thing, game, food, activity etc comes to mind? Do you melt at the thought of rolling in a pile of warm, freshly dried laundry? Do that. Did hand painting let loose your inner hysterical Picasso? Hit up the dollar store for some quick art supplies. Were you a flower-crown prince or princess? Head to the park and get pickinā! If nothing comes to mind, try something youāve always wanted to, or YouTube “fun activities for kidsā for inspiration.Ā
Whatever it is that will light up your soul, give it a whirl. And do not let anyone convince you that you are too old, or too mature, or that the thing is meant for another gender identity than yours, or any other excuse. Because itās not true. Also, the people who refuse to play and delight in the simple and creative joys of life, are the ones who need it the most. So donāt listen to them! Just revel in the thing and let your sweet, childlike joy bubble up and remind you what living in this world can REALLY feel like!Ā
Then share what you did with a friend or a loved one and encourage them to get in on the gameā¦come on, let’s play!
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