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b'In this episode, I discuss the transformative nature of play\\u2014how it changes our feelings, thoughts and actions and indeed, how it can rewire our brain to function better in all contexts. I explain the role of play in childhood, as well as adulthood in skill and social development and describe key characteristics of the mind and body during play. Additionally, I explore how play allows the brain to test contingencies in different roles/environments. Throughout, I discuss the underlying neurobiology of play. I also describe how low-stakes play, and tinkering can broaden and shape your future capabilities. Finally, I discuss how our childhood \\u2018personal play identity\\u2019 informs our adult personality. Throughout the episode, I use the science of play to outline recommendations for using play as a means to enhance neuroplasticity and explore novel situations, regardless of age.\\nFor the full show notes, visit hubermanlab.com.\\nThank you to our sponsors\\nAG1 (Athletic Greens): https://athleticgreens.com/huberman\\nLMNT: https://drinklmnt.com/huberman\\nSupplements from Momentous\\nhttps://www.livemomentous.com/huberman\\nTimestamps\\n(00:00:00) The Power of Play\\n(00:02:23) Tool: Reading on Smart Phones, Sighing & Learning\\n(00:09:33) Sponsors: AG1, LMNT\\n(00:13:57) Homeostatic Regulation of Play\\n(00:23:53) Childhood Play & Mindsets\\n(00:29:21) Contingency Testing\\n(00:32:17) The (Power of) Playful Mindset\\n(00:36:13) Body Postures\\n(00:44:03) Rule Testing & Breaking\\n(00:48:24) Role Play\\n(00:50:39) Neurobiology of Low-stakes Play\\n(00:54:22) Expanding Capabilities through Tinkering\\n(01:00:03) Play Is THE Portal to Neuroplasticity\\n(01:04:44) Adulthood Play\\n(01:10:14) Fire Together, Wire Together\\n(01:18:03) Trauma & Play Deficits & Recovery\\n(01:23:25) Competition & Dynamic Movement\\n(01:27:36) Chess, Mental Roles, Novelty\\n(01:32:52) Personal Play Identity\\n(01:37:24) Play Transforms Your Future Self\\n(01:40:55) Recommendations for Play\\n(01:44:25) Zero-Cost Support, Spotify/Apple Reviews, YouTube, Sponsors, Instagram, Twitter, Supplements\\nTitle Card Photo Credit: Mike Blabac\\nDisclaimer'