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Summary
In this episode, Lewis and Wem discuss the concept of pulses in play. They explore how different play types and containers have their own unique pulse, and how individuals within a group may have different pulses as well. They discuss the role of play workers in observing and supporting these pulses, and the challenges of enforcing a pulse on a group. The conversation highlights the importance of co-regulation and individual needs in play.
Takeaways
Play types and containers have their own unique pulse.
Individuals within a group may have different pulses.
Play workers play a role in observing and supporting pulses.
Enforcing a pulse on a group can be challenging.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
00:48 Sticker Correction
01:37 Reading a Poem
06:06 Pulse of Play
10:27 Play Rhythms and Co-regulation
13:13 Different Pulses in Play Types
15:31 Pulses in Performance Play
19:15 Weak Pulse and Individual Experience
23:01 Conducting and Enforcing Pulses
26:08 Observing and Adapting to Pulses
28:01 Closing and Patreon Thanks
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