Side note: I am a LMFT (Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist), not an MHC-LP!
The other day as I was walking home I saw two people trying to cross the same crosswalk from opposite ends. One person on each side of the street, sticking their heads out past the parked cars, looking for an opening. Car after car sped by and they were waiting for longer than usual (for this neighborhood anyway).
Finally there was a break in traffic and they both began to walk. As they approached each other in the center of the road, one person threw up a hand.
The other person startled for a moment but quickly responded to this universal gesture.
I watched them hit a high five, laugh, and go on their separate ways.
It’s so nice to see people play.
What are some small silly ways that you play in your day-to-day life?
Take care,
Naomi
PS: My workshop is confirmed! In conjuction with Leadership Education of Asian Pacifics (LEAP), I’ll be facilitating a free online art therapy workshop next Wednesday 5/21 at 12pm PT. In honor of AANHPI Heritage Month, we’ll be celebrating our cultural values. Register here!
Announcements/Resources:
I will have an opening starting in June for a new individual client. Sliding scale & superbills available.
A recent New York Times podcast talked about The Secret Power of Siblings.
Some recent delights:
I’ve been remembering that backing out of plans is an option, especially when I am needing quiet time. Phew!