The Impact of Playfulness and Positive Outlook on Coping During the COVID Pandemic

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Positive outlook and playfulness help people cope better during the COVID pandemic, according to recent research. Playfulness is a valuable resource for building resilience and maintaining well-being during difficult times.

Key Points

  • Playfulness is an underappreciated resource for building resilience
  • People with a positive outlook navigated the pandemic better
  • Encouraging play and creativity can lead to better health outcomes

Pros

  • Positive outlook and playfulness can improve resilience during challenging times
  • Encouraging playfulness can lead to better health outcomes

Cons

  • Not everyone may naturally possess high levels of playfulness