What if fun was the missing ingredient for a healthier, more resilient nervous system? In this episode of Building Resilience, I sit down with Chris Rich, a certified life coach and self-proclaimed “fun expert,” to talk about why fun isn’t just a luxury—it’s a nervous system reset button.
From stomping in puddles to spontaneous adventures, Kris shares simple ways to infuse more fun into everyday life and explains why playfulness is a powerful tool for emotional well-being. If life has been feeling too serious lately, this episode will help you bring joy and lightness back into your days!
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
✅ How fun positively impacts your nervous system
✅ Why some people struggle with fun (hint: it’s a nervous system thing!)
✅ How to break free from survival mode and invite more play into your life
✅ The “FUNdamentals of Fun” – simple ways to look for, create, and share fun
✅ The difference between healthy fun vs. distraction/buffering
✅ Why fun helps build stronger relationships, reduce stress, and improve mental health
Resources & Links
[Link] Connections Membership: Join the waitlist! Build resilience and foster growth through nervous system regulation and community support.
[Link] It's Not Just Your Thoughts, It's Your Nervous System (with a Creative Twist): A free workshop to map your nervous system and create a calm toolkit with simple, creative techniques. No artistic skills required!
[Link] The Advanced Nervous System Resilience training: Dive deep into understanding the nervous system and its role in our lives.
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