Some pics from a fun time co-leading a three day course in embodiment and playfulness for therapists and wellbeing teachers with Aisha Fakhro in Manama, Bahrain. (See also Aisha’s Instagram and the podcast we recorded in 2021.) The Course We… Read More »“Becoming the Change” Course in Bahrain
I like this game because it’s so easy to do, but it still keeps you off balance in a safe, fun way. It’s really easy to teach other people too. Have a go with family or friends and let me… Read More »Fun Xmas gift giving improv game
I first read Brené Brown’s The Gifts of Imperfection in 2012, the same time as I started improv and her work influences my approach. It’s also why I think so many people feel nervous about improv. Improv and play challenge… Read More »The Gifts of Imperfection
My glamourous assistant and I made a 5 minute video demonstrating some Zoom buttons we use if you don’t know them already. (In this order, if you want to skip ahead.) See you there if you’re coming 🙂
A fun, thoughtful conversation about perfectionism, trust, belonging, being seen, connection, improv and Authentic Relating. Vix Anderton guides overachievers, overthinkers and recovering perfectionists out of the creative rut and into a place where they can get things done and feel… Read More »Perfectionism and Connecting to Aliveness with Vix Anderton
For me, improv isn’t mainly about what it looks like. I’m much more interested in what it allows you to discover inside yourself, the connections it builds, and the shared joy we can create together. This was also true at… Read More »Improv’s Roots in Social Work
A rich conversation with Heidi Förster about self expression, going beyond the ‘rules’ we impose on ourselves, laughter and permission. Heidi runs workshops called “Freak!” to turn those parts of us that we have experienced as unwelcome into sources of… Read More »Loving Your Weird with Heidi Förster
An enjoyable & fun chat with Iain Luke Jones, host of Liverpool Comedy Improv podcast. As I remember, the first half was my background then the second half we go into the importance of creativity and expression in education. Listen… Read More »Liverpool Comedy Improv podcast
A lovely time guesting on Celynn Morin’s Wellbeing Immersion week. The first 10 minutes are four ways playfulness can support your wellbeing. Then we demonstrate two simple games you can play at home: “Gift Giving” and “Remember when we?” They’re… Read More »Wellbeing Immersion with Celynn Morin
Untangling “serious.” Many languages equate “important” with “should be approached in a solemn way.” But sometimes lightening up can be more effective.