(Sewing circles? Lawn bowling?) But once I’d experienced what playful, connected flow felt like in my mind and body, I realized that, far from being quaint or a waste of time, seeking fun through social activities with other human beings is one of the best uses of our time—regardless of what the activity might be. Today, having a relaxed lunch with a friend or taking a break in the middle of the day to call someone no longer seems like an unnecessary luxury, and organizing a weekend away with friends no longer seems like too much work. Instead, I now recognize them as valuable investments in
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