How to have real fun — even when life’s got you down

Discover the art of finding joy amidst life's challenges. Unearth the secrets of maintaining a positive outlook and embracing fun, even when circumstances seem bleak. Let's delve into the transformative power of laughter and positivity in overcoming life's hurdles.

Fun is not frivolous

Catherine Price, author of The Power of Fun: How to Feel Alive Again, defines fun as a time when you are able to embody a mix of three things: playfulness, connection and flow

• To have fun, you really need to have your basic needs met
• Fun doesn’t have to mean going on a fancy vacation or spending a bunch of money on equipment

Playfulness

Embrace a spirit of lightheartedness and freedom. It means letting go of the idea that you have to be perfect or to achieve something.

• You don’t have to play make-believe, you don’t have to do charades. You just have to live.

A handy acronym that might help you bring more fun into your days

SPARK S

• Make space for fun
• P
• Pursue passions
• A
• Attract fun
• Have an open mind about when and where fun might appear
• R
• Rebellion
• A little bit of gentle rebellion is a good way to make fun happen
• K
• Keep at it
• The only way to really incorporate it into your life is to try it many times

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