Somewhere between childhood and adulthood, many of us disconnect from joy. Explore why play and gratitude are mental health necessities—not luxuries—and how to reclaim the small, quiet moments that make life meaningful.

Somewhere between childhood and adulthood, many of us disconnect from joy. We trade roller skates and double dutch for endless responsibilities, eventually forgetting what it feels like to be carefree. If you’ve spent so long caring for everyone else that you’ve lost your own spark, it’s time to rediscover the power of play.