The Melissa Ambrosini Show

Have you ever stopped to think about the profound impact of play on your child's happiness, health and development? In an era where children's schedules are packed and screens are everywhere, the fundamental importance of play often gets overlooked. But this is a mistake we can't afford to make, argues Peter Gray, a world leading psychologist and advocate for childhood play.In this hugely enlightening episode, Peter leads us on a deep-dive into the magic of play, revealing its pivotal role in boosting brain development, mental health, happiness, and overall well-being in our kids.Tune in to learn: why play is inextricably linked to learning, how the traditional school system has sidelined play, why kids desperately need unstructured free time, his take on screen time on development, how to foster your child’s natural curiosity, and why we should all strive to ‘un-busy’ our children. All up, this episode is more than just a conversation – it’s a call to action. It's about reclaiming childhood, foster