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Play is what happens when you stop trying to optimize everything #TEDTalks

When was the last time you just … played? Creative health scientist Katina Bajaj thinks adults are in a “play deprivation crisis,” where we’ve replaced our fun-loving human nature with optimization and efficiency. She makes the case that play isn’t a reward for productivity but rather a survival skill — and invites you to rediscover…

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When was the last time you just … played? Creative health scientist Katina Bajaj thinks adults are in a “play deprivation crisis,” where we’ve replaced our fun-loving human nature with optimization and efficiency. She makes the case that play isn’t a reward for productivity but rather a survival skill — and invites you to rediscover the freedom of not knowing where something will end up.

4 Comments

  1. @NystulDM

    September 20, 2026 at 3:37 pm

    many of us know.
    it is why my life is devoted to taking people on adventures
    @katina bejaj I would love to show you another way. to bring adventure and magic into your life

  2. @chasmenear7130

    September 20, 2026 at 4:55 pm

    This is the most amazing wisdom – definitely the best TED I’ve seen in quite some time…and that’s saying quite a bit!

  3. @CornCans

    September 20, 2026 at 5:06 pm

    I expected this to be more playful.

  4. @nokoolaid

    September 20, 2026 at 5:41 pm

    The American Business Model ruins everything

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