Silent, solitary self active play is a sure way of slowing down, focusing the mind, and attaining calm. Exploring and arranging an array of open-ended materials induces a state of relaxing, creative contemplation. In the home or classroom, as a child or adult, this process of attaining calm is rooted in the practice of self active play.
Ellen Grogan, a Pre-K teacher with 26 years of professional practice writes, “After seeing how much the children enjoyed quiet solitary play, it seems to me that facilitating an opportunity for them to practice the process involved should be added to our list of things to do”
Awakening creativity, empowering self-discovery, and inspiring optimism are healing outcomes that arise spontaneously during silent, solitary self active play. Slowing down and attaining calm is a way regaining control, balance and inner peace.
Learn more in Self Active Play, a new book on Amazon.
Drew Thoughts 