Elephants use toys: Elephants in the wild and captivity are known to play with logs, balls, and even water hoses, demonstrating their intelligence and love for fun.
Source: American Kennel Club
Seals Play with Seaweed: Seals engage in playful activities like balancing seaweed and mimicking human surfers.
Source: Marine Biology Journal
Chimps Play Tag: Chimpanzees often Play chase games, using their agility and speed to "tag" each other and foster social bonds.
Source: BBC Earth
Cats Invent solo games: Domestic cats are known for inventing solo play games, showcasing their creativity and need for stimulation.
Source: ASPCA
Play Encourages risk-taking: Engaging in play allows adults to see multiple perspectives, improving decision-making by 50%.
Source: Greater Good Science Center
Play Enhances Decision Making: Engaging in play allows adults to see multiple perspectives, improving decision-making by 50%.
Source: Stanford D School
Play Strengthens Emotional Bonds: Playful interactions, even brief ones, strengthen emotional bonds between colleagues, friends, and family members.
Source: Journal of Social Psychology
Play Create Psychological Safety: Teams that integrate play into meetings reporting 30% increase in psychological safety, encouraging creative risks.
Source: Google's Project Aristotle Study
Play in Communities Lowers Isolation: Play-based initiatives reduce loneliness and foster a sense of belonging, particularly in urban areas.
Source: National Institute for Play
Play Helps Fight Burnout: Play at work reduces the risk of burnout by 25% and enhances employee resilience.
