Feeling stuck, stressed, or burned out? You might just need more PLAY in your life.

In this episode of The Giant Builders, Dr. Erica Buck Holtz shares how she overcame burnout through laughter yoga and playful living. Discover simple, practical ways to:

Use laughter yoga to lower stress and boost energy

Turn daily chores into moments of fun and connection

Build stronger family bonds through playful activities

Increase creativity and problem-solving in your business and career

Transform burnout into joy with intentional play

If you’ve ever felt too busy to slow down, this episode will show you how play is not just for kids — it’s a tool for health, happiness, and connection.

👉 Watch now and learn how to giggle your way into less stress and more joy!

00:00 Intro – The Power of Play

01:10 Meet Dr. Erica Buck Holtz

01:30 What Is Laughter Yoga?

02:40 How Laughter Changes Your Brain & Body

04:30 Burnout & Discovering Laughter Yoga

06:00 The Science of Simulated vs Authentic Laughter

07:20 What a First Meeting with Dr. Erica Looks Like

80:40 Playful Parenting Activities (Forehead to Forehead Game)

10:10 Making Chores Fun: Dishwasher Game & Cleaning with Music

13:30 Finding Connection with Older Kids

15:40 Playful Productivity in Business

17:20 Rewards, Treats, and Sticker Charts

18:45 Starting Your Own Laughter Yoga Practice

20:00 Closing Thoughts

Erica@BecomingPlayful.com

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