Playful Mind Bringing Creativity To Life

Some people think that they are not creative. Some recall a teacher or a parent who communicated this message which they embraced as the truth. Others developed the belief they weren’t creative by comparing themselves to sisters or brothers who were recognized as creative, or to people whose talents they used as a standard against which they evaluated their own. Other peoples’ opinions, but most importantly their own, led them to turn off creativity they expressed freely as children. Believing they weren’t creative, life lost some of its vitality. What is "creativity?" Playful Mind establishes a starting point that is embellished as the reader continues through the book. It’s the ability to imagine, to courageously pursue ideas and goals, and to think and live with a playful mind. Playful Mind is the free spirit within our thinking that loves flexibility and the adventure of exploring new ideas. It’s the part of our creative spirit that can surprise and shift our thinking. It’s a character we can cultivate and use. Imagine it and give it a name. Invite it to inspire your thinking and your life. Let Playful Mind start you on a journey that will change your life.

An interactive journal to inspire creativity, reflection and action. It is a book and journal designed for people to doodle and write in it and to be inspired to create.

Screwing Up Love is a "wild romp through the brambles of love." It's written from the point of view of Dr. Bob, The Love Coach, a literary creation of Jim Downton. Dr. Bob is a former stand-up comedian who has a sense of humor and also keen insights into the different ways that people make a mess of love. Each chapter covers an important issue, for example, how a couple can mess up love by constantly digging into each other with harsh criticisms. The subtitle of the book is "How to Make Love Growth and Last." How to do that? Dr. Bob adds love coaching tips at the end of each chapter. By following the tips, people will quit screwing up love and, instead, will make it grow. Dr. Bob is direct, honest, and with a lively sense of humor, so the book is not only full of insights about love; it's fun to read.

A Playful Path, the new book by games guru and fun theorist Bernard De Koven, serves as a collection of ideas and tools to help us bring our playfulness back into the open. When we find ourselves forgetting the life of the game or the game of life, the joy of form or the content, the play of brain or mind, body or spirit, this book can help us return to that which our soul is heir.

Revolutionize Learning: Dive Into the Joy of Educational Games Imagine a world where the joy of play infuses every lesson, where students of all ages are eager to learn, spurred by curiosity and engagement. "Playful Minds: Transforming Education with Gamification" extends a thrilling invitation to educators, parents, and innovators: to reimagine the educational landscape through the potent magic of gamification. The journey starts at the intersection where education meets fun, guiding readers through a captivating exploration of what gamification really is and why it has become an imperative in today's teaching toolkit. Discover the core principles of game design and how they can be harnessed to create enriching educational experiences that captivate both the mind and the heart. Sink your teeth into the psychology that intertwines learning with gaming. Unlock compelling insights into motivation, flow state, and the psychological underpinnings that make game-based learning incredibly effective. Design your very first educational game with strategies right from the minds of seasoned experts, employing powerful narrative techniques, reward systems, and game mechanics that translate across different subjects and cater to diverse learning styles. Dive deep into digital versus non-digital gaming applications, and witness how each can beautifully complement the art of teaching. Equip yourself with the knowledge of the latest technologies, such as AR and VR, and understand how they are revolutionizing learning spaces. While addressing the inclusivity in game design, the book ensures that no learner is left behind. Armed with a plethora of case studies and actionable tools for crafting your own gamified classroom environment, "Playful Minds" ensures that your educational practice is equipped to meet the needs of the modern learner. Evolve your teaching, connect with a passionate educator community, and confidently lead the charge towards a future where learning and play are indistinguishable. As the final page turns, it's not game over, but the next level in educational excellence. Embrace the power of "Playful Minds" to craft experiences that linger long after the lesson ends, fostering a lifelong love for learning.

____________________________ We can all be more creative. John Cleese shows us how. Creativity is usually regarded as a mysterious, rare gift that only a few possess. John Cleese begs to differ, and in this short, immensely practical and often very amusing guide he shows it's a skill that anyone can acquire. Drawing on his lifelong experience as a writer, he shares his insights into the nature of the creative process, and offers advice on how to get your own inventive juices flowing. ____________________________ 'Humorous and practical ... Whether you're hoping to write a novel or paint a masterpiece, you're sure to feel inspired' OK Magazine 'His candor is endearing ... An upbeat guide to the creative process' Kirkus 'A jovial romp ... Cleese fans will enjoy, and writers and other artists will breeze through, picking up a few nuggets of wisdom along the way' The Festival Review 'A sincere and thoughtful guide to creativity, and a very useful book' Graham Norton 'Wise words on the serious business of being silly' Sunday Business Post

Praise for Goal Free Living Setting goals may be fine. But letting your goals take control of your life can be devastating. Goal-Free Living shows you how to explore paths in your life you never knew existed and discover a more exciting, successful, and rewarding life--today! "If you have only one goal this year, let it be this: Read Goal-Free Living!" --Daniel H. Pink author, A Whole New Mind and Free Agent Nation "Stephen Shapiro's approach will help readers achieve the best kind of happenstance: taking a stance to make things happen." --Heath Row Contributing Editor and Community Director, Fast Company magazine "I have a sense that reading this book may turn out to be one of the most important things I've done in a long time." --Doug Busch Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, Digital Health Group, Intel Corporation "This is an engaging, creative approach to discovering inner wisdom and personal fulfillment." --Michael J. Gelb author, How to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci and Discover Your Genius "Reading Goal-Free Living is like jettisoning a hundred-pound pack. Suddenly, you're racing much faster and enjoying the breeze." --Alan Weiss, PhD author, Million Dollar Consulting

Shows teachers how and why they should bring play into the classroom to make learning meaningful, relevant, and fun. Research studies show that all students—young and old, rich and poor, urban and rural—benefit immensely from classrooms filled with art, creativity, and laughter. Fun, playfulness, creative thinking, and individual expression reinforce positive experiences, which in turn lead to more engaged students, better classroom environments, and successful learning outcomes. Designed for K-12 educators, The Playful Classroom describes how teachers can develop a playful mindset for giving students meaningful, relevant and fun learning experiences. This unique real-world guide provides you with everything you need to incorporate engaging, hands-on lessons and creative activities, regardless of the level and subject you teach. Building on contemporary and seminal works on learning theory and play pedagogy, the authors explain how to inspire your students by bringing play. into your classroom. This clear, user-friendly guide supplies practical strategies and effective solutions for adding the missing ingredients to your classroom culture. Access to the authors’ companion website provides videos, learning experiences, and downloadable teaching and learning resources. Packed with relatable humor, proven methods, and valuable insights, this book enables you to: Provide meaningful experiences that will benefit students both in school and later in life Combine the principles of PLAY with traditional curricula to encourage creative learning Promote trust, collaboration, and growth in students Develop a playful mindset for bringing the arts into every lesson Foster critical thinking in any school community The Playful Classroom: The Power of Play for All Ages is a must-have resource for K-12 educators, higher education professionals, and readers looking for education-based professional development and training resources.