We are going to keep REAL today, I'm talking with my wife Aubrea about play theory and just going big in life. I feel like we're just going for it right now in life and we have been relying on play theory for survival. And so I just wanted to have Aubrea on to just […]

Survive And Thrive In The Growth Zone (UNCUT) With Aubrea Hooper

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I just returned from a 2 week trip to hike in the Dolomite mountains of Italy. For part of our travel we rented a car.  Even though they drive on the same side of the road as here in the USA, driving in Europe can be stressful not knowing what some of the road signs […]

You Can Go Around Again

Right now someone is in agony. So how can we be happy? Navigating life on this big spinning orb can be tricky. Using the PLAY THEORY principles can help us sort out some tough things, like how to help others who are suffering by being present with our needs so we are in a better […]

How Can I Be Happy? Children Are Starving In China!

The berries are ripe on the vine and the freezer is full of popsicles. I love the feel of hot pavement under my feet and the cool splash of hose water pouring over my toes. I love the long evenings and refreshing mornings. Summer brings changes, growth in the garden, advancements in school grades, and […]

Summer PLAY THEORY Tips

Sometimes inspiration comes as a hopeful invitation leading to desired outcomes. And other times it comes as a warning of what not to do in order to avoid an undesirable outcome. This episode has turned into more of the latter. Looking Outward is essential if you want to feel connection, community and purpose. Not seeing other's service […]

What Are You Not Seeing?

Is there anything in your life you want to stop doing? For me in Pickleball it’s missing put away shots that I keep putting into the net instead of past my opponents. Maybe it’s stopping eating junk food or stopping being sarcastic or dismissive when you talk to your parents, spouse or siblings. In this […]

Survive And Thrive In The Growth Zone (UNCUT) With Aubrea Hooper

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