Yeah a lot of sense made here. I can relate especially in the book.
Great, quick read (finished it in one sitting at a cafe)! It's such a simple but powerful reminder of just how important play is in life, especially when dealing with major anxiety, stress, and/or panic attacks.

Had quite a few, "holy shit that sounds so much like me!" moments in this. I don't think this book will magically unravel years of anxiety and stress-related issues, but I do see it as a very powerful tool.

A standout passage that really resonated with me:

"It took me a long time to see it, but I finally realized: I really don't function well when I approach life as Work. I have to think of life as Play. Otherwise I take everything way too seriously, my health and happiness plummet, and the work I produce is awful.

When I tackle my work with a sense of play -- voluntarily, because I'm inherently attracted to it -- my creativity and optimism soar. I fall in love with the process. My playful energy becomes contagious, and I'm able to create unique art with the people around me."
So i want to thank you for sharing this with me. I am reminded again to go back to the book because i needed such because i am actually doing something now that i dont really love. But after this, i will start pursuing my goals and passion more seriously