Have you ever seen a group of kids running around a playground and reminisced on the joys of childhood, when play was encouraged? Kevin Carroll — author, speaker, facilitator, and creative Katalyst — believes that play is serious business and that we all should be playing more. In this Coach Chat episode, Kevin dives into the way that play transformed his life. You'll hear how play is a muscle that you need to strengthen if you want to foster community, collaboration, and innovation.

Kevin also talks with Coach Colette about recent social justice movements and the athlete activists who are inspiring the younger generation to take a stand for change. Kevin provides some of his own tips and tools to help you stay hopeful, positive, and motivated during challenging times. Whether you're already a big believer in play or don't even remember how to get started, Kevin's energy, creativity, and innovative perspective will inspire and teach you some new tricks.

For a special treat, this episode is being released on their shared birthdate! Happy Birthday Coach Colette and Kevin Carroll! If you'd like to gain more insight, read the books that are mentioned in the episode: A Kids Book About Belonging and Rules of the Red Rubber Ball.

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