Play with Purpose

Play with Purpose

Nonsense play

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Alexis Ralphs
Feb 03, 2025
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Nonsense play

Using humour and absurdity to strengthen your bond and diffuse tension

Put your socks in the cereal bowl, eat soup with a fork, or wear your child’s underpants on your head during a tantrum - nonsense play invites laughter and light-heartedness into your day. It’s a simple yet powerful way to strengthen attachment bonds and defuse tense situations by cre…

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