Playful Wisdom

Playful Wisdom Parenting from the intersection of Play & Neuroscience: An Integrative Parenting Approach.
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🌻 Too Much or Just Enough? 🌻The world told her she was too much—too scattered, too emotional, too full of ideas and feel...
10/28/2025

🌻 Too Much or Just Enough? 🌻

The world told her she was too much—too scattered, too emotional, too full of ideas and feelings. But what they missed is that she was never “too” anything… she was simply too alive to fit into narrow expectations.

✨ For every girl who has been told to shrink, dim, or quiet her light—remember this: your sensitivity, your energy, your passion are not flaws to fix but gifts to honor.

May this Diwali bring light to your mind, peace to your heart, and calm to your soul. ✨ Wishing you a peaceful and joyfu...
10/21/2025

May this Diwali bring light to your mind, peace to your heart, and calm to your soul. ✨

Wishing you a peaceful and joyful celebration.

It is 🤍This week is dedicated to bring awareness, education and support to everyone around the world about invisible d...
10/20/2025

It is 🤍

This week is dedicated to bring awareness, education and support to everyone around the world about invisible disabilities. An invisible disability can be a physical, mental, or neurological condition that impacts the daily functions of the person that has it. Due to the fact that the symptoms of these conditions are not “visible”, there can be misconceptions, judgement, and false perceptions of these conditions and the people that live with them.

Let this week be a reminder to treat others with respect & kindness because you never know what someone else may be going through!

Information from this post is available on invisibledisabilities.org 🫶🏼

“Sensory needs are not behaviors to fix—they are the nervous system asking for help.”👉 When a child melts down, avoids, ...
10/20/2025

“Sensory needs are not behaviors to fix—they are the nervous system asking for help.”

👉 When a child melts down, avoids, seeks, or “acts out,” it isn’t defiance.
It’s dysregulation. It’s communication. It’s their body saying, “I don’t feel safe.”

💡 Our job isn’t to correct the behavior.
Our job is to understand the need beneath it and offer support, safety, and connection.

When we see sensory behavior as a request for help—not a problem to solve—we parent with compassion instead of control.

October is ADHD Awareness Month, a time dedicated to shedding light on a condition often shrouded in misconceptions. Nav...
10/16/2025

October is ADHD Awareness Month, a time dedicated to shedding light on a condition often shrouded in misconceptions. Navigating the complexities of ADHD is akin to wandering through a maze-each twist and turn revealing unique challenges and opportunities. For parents, educators, and individuals alike, understanding ADHD is not just about symptom management, but also about uncovering the strengths and capabilities that lie beneath the surface. This month, let’s commit to diving deep into research, engaging in empathetic discussions, and finding practical solutions that can pave the way for success for those with ADHD. Whether you’re new to the ADHD community or a seasoned veteran, there’s always something new to learn and share. So, let’s journey through this maze together, one step at a time. 🤍

🌿 Indigenous Peoples’ Day 🌿Today we honor the original stewards of this land—their history, wisdom, resilience, and ongo...
10/13/2025

🌿 Indigenous Peoples’ Day 🌿
Today we honor the original stewards of this land—their history, wisdom, resilience, and ongoing contributions to our communities.

This day is more than remembrance.
It is:
✨ Listening to Indigenous voices
✨ Challenging harmful narratives
✨ Teaching truth in our homes, schools, and systems
✨ Respecting land, culture, and sovereignty every day—not just today

As mental health and play professionals, we know healing begins with connection, story, and acknowledgment.
May we continue to create spaces where Indigenous children, families, and cultures are seen, valued, and celebrated.

🧡 We stand in respect, gratitude, and solidarity.

Happy World Mental Health Day 🧠🌎🌻In honor of World Mental Health Day, we want to spread awareness about the importance o...
10/10/2025

Happy World Mental Health Day 🧠🌎🌻

In honor of World Mental Health Day, we want to spread awareness about the importance of taking care of your mental health. Whether it’s reaching out to a friend, practicing self-care, or seeking professional help, it’s crucial to prioritize your mental well-being. Let’s work together to break the stigma surrounding mental health and create a world where everyone feels comfortable seeking the support they need. Remember, you are not alone. 🤍

Let’s bake up some sweet memories together this fall! 🤍 Whether it’s cinnamon apple slices or pumpkin muffins, cooking t...
10/07/2025

Let’s bake up some sweet memories together this fall! 🤍

Whether it’s cinnamon apple slices or pumpkin muffins, cooking together is a fun way to engage our senses and build confidence. Invite your little one to stir, sprinkle, or taste-test - it’s the perfect recipe for connection, sensory engagement, and confidence building. 🍎🍂

October is recognized as Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) Awareness Month 🤍🧠This is an opportunity to raise awareness a...
10/01/2025

October is recognized as Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) Awareness Month 🤍🧠

This is an opportunity to raise awareness about a condition that affects many children and adults. SPD is a neurological condition that affects the way individuals process sensory information from the environment. This can cause difficulties in various areas of life, including social interactions, motor skills, and emotional regulation.

If you or someone you know has SPD, reach out to a healthcare provider for guidance and support 🫶🏼

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Why Playful Wisdom?

Over and over again the Power of Play is being demonstrated to be the key to healthy kids and adults. To help with this Cary Hamilton created Playful Wisdom: a Play-based Parenting Model to encourage parents to develop healthy families by being in Relationship Playfully with their children. The idea for Playful Wisdom arose out of my frustration as a skilled family therapist and play therapist. I work daily with children and families in distress and I became disillusioned with the “medical model” approach to children’s emotional and behavioral health. Why did parents gain access to the education, training, and support that professionals like me offer only after their child had a “mental health concern”? I heard parents’ feedback: If only I had known these things years ago… we might not need to be here. Everything in the “medical model” seemed backward.

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