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It starts innocently. One quick episode. A few minutes of quiet while you answer emails. But before you know it, screens are filling every gap, and the laughter and connection that once defined your home start to fade.
You're not failing. You're not alone. This is the reality so many families face, and it's exactly why we're here.
This week, we're exploring digital detox play routines: easy, engaging ways to bring joy and presence back into your home. It's not about ditching tech altogether, but creating balance, where offline moments feel just as exciting and easy to say yes to, because the best moments aren't streamed. They're live. Ready? Let's dive in!
The Playful Astronauts Now Available for Global Pre-Order
Every parent wants their kids to unwind, but you also want them to grow, connect, and feel something deeper than another scroll.
The Playful Astronauts is a beautiful place to begin. This story is a spark of imagination—a soft landing at the end of a busy day.
Each page guides young readers through significant life lessons, such as confidence and adaptability, set within an imaginative space adventure. It’s the kind of screen-free moment kids look forward to.
So, if you’re looking for a simple and joyful way to build more screen-free time that actually sticks, this is it.
Now available for global pre-order!
Reserve a copy here and start a routine your kids will remember, long after the screen is off.
#363: Reset and Recharge: Simple Strategies to Reignite Your Goals and Keep Moving Forward
What do Lego builds and falling off the wagon have in common? They remind us that joy and momentum come from showing up, unplugging, and trying again.
In this Energetic Radio episode, Paul and I delve into the real-life complexities of routines and motivation. We open up about our resets and share tips that take no talent (like showing up with intention).
If you’ve ever felt like your motivation has been hijacked by screen fatigue or endless scrolling, this episode will meet you with just the right nudge to reset.
And maybe… build something out of Lego while you’re at it.
Daily Mission Cards
When was the last time your family gathered around without a screen in sight? Today's mission invites you to do just that.
Find a deck of 52 playing cards and learn a new game. You can try classic card games like Crazy Eights, Go Fish, or Spit, which are fantastic ways to build memory and strategy.
These simple analog activities reintroduce the much-needed connection and shared joy to your dinner table.
If you want more creative screen-free challenges like this, check out the Creative Play and Movement Mission Cards!
The Happiness Alphabet
Ever sat down with your family, hoping for a meaningful connection… and instead got one-word answers?
We get it. It’s hard to compete with fast-paced screens and short attention spans.
The Happiness Alphabet is a no-prep activity that helps children and adults pause, reflect, and connect. Players take turns matching something they’re grateful for with each letter. You’ll be surprised at what they come up with.
“A is for air-conditioning on hot days.”
The power of this game is in its simplicity. It fosters gratitude and makes it more lasting and shareable.
Want more fun activities? Visit Jugar life and browse through 1000+ games available!
Be Your Own Alchemist with Shaun Kay
We talk about unplugging from screens, but what about unplugging from the noise inside our minds?
In this transformative session, Shaun Kay shares the inner work that helped him step away from a history of mental illness and into a life of energy and purpose.
Through simple yet powerful strategies, you'll learn how to:
- Reconnect your mind, heart, and body
- Elevate your energy and focus without needing a screen or stimulant
This workshop is a digital detox from the inside out and a reminder that some of the most powerful changes begin in stillness.
Sign up to watch and discover how to turn ordinary routines into extraordinary transformation!
Big Wins at Yarrabah
What an epic afternoon last week with nearly 100 passionate staff at Yarrabah School for their PD day! After a big morning of learning, our session gave everyone permission to let loose, laugh, and walk away with practical, play-based ideas they could use both in the classroom and at home.
The best part? Yarrabah’s leadership team is fully committed to our play-based well-being curriculum for the remainder of the school year, and they’ll be helping us shape our 2026 rollout for special and SDS schools.
Thanks for the warm welcome, and yes… that legendary lunch spread!
Join us on this global journey of joy and connection! If you want to bring The School of Play to your community, fill out the form here ➡
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