When did play become something we outgrew? 

As adults, it’s easy to see play as something reserved for children or saved for “when we have time.” But what if play isn’t separate from real life…what if it’s essential to living well? 

This April, we’re reading The Playful Way by Piera Gelardi, an energizing and insightful guide to reclaiming play as a powerful mindset for everyday life. 

Gelardi reframes play as a state of curiosity, exploration, and engagement that can improve our mental and physical well-being, strengthen relationships, and unlock new ways of thinking. From work, to wellness, to navigating life’s challenges, she shows how a playful approach can help us feel more present, resilient, and alive. 

Why we chose it:

What if play wasn’t something we had to make time for, but something we carried with us? What if approaching life with curiosity and experimentation could help us feel less stuck, more connected, and more open to possibility? 

The Playful Way gives us the permission and the practice to do just that. It’s a reminder that play is a tool for creativity, growth, and a more joyful way of being.

Live book conversation:

We invite you to join us on Wednesday, April 22, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM PST, for a live conversation with creative entrepreneur, Refinery29 co-founder, and author of The Playful Way Piera Gelardi to explore a different way forward, one where play is a catalyst for innovation, emotional resilience, and genuine well-being.  

Sign up for the free live event HERE.

Drawing from her upcoming book The Playful Way, Piera will share how small, everyday moments of play can shift perspective, refresh creative energy, and bring more curiosity, connection, and joy into our lives. Through personal stories, research, and practical insights, she’ll invite us to soften perfectionism, loosen rigid thinking, and reconnect with the parts of ourselves that feel most alive.    

This event is free and open to all. We host more expert & author interviews just like this inside of our Chapters membership, consider joining and starting your two-week free trial HERE.

Where to get the book:

Order your copy of The Playful Way from your favorite bookseller or borrow it from your local library. It’s also available in audiobook and e-book formats. Or, purchase the book HERE.

Join Chapters now to read The Playful Way alongside us, unlock the exclusive April Chapters Workbook, join our live book call, and connect with inspiring women.