December 10, 2020 | Clay Drinko

The Improv Brain: The Science of Improvisation

The Science: Improv and the Brain In 2008, surgeon, neuroscientist, and musician Charles Limb and neurologist Allen Braun conducted a study ... Read more

December 7, 2020 | Clay Drinko

12 Lessons for Life Inspired by Improv

In grad school, I realized that my experience as an improviser held the key to understanding my own brain. Eventually, I realized that it also ... Read more

November 19, 2020 | Clay Drinko

A Comprehensive Look at Theatrical Improvisation and Its Applications

Improvisation has been getting a lot of attention lately. Many people have seen theatrical improvisation, or improv comedy, on stage at the ... Read more

October 28, 2020 | Clay Drinko

Benefits of Play: 7 Reasons to Start Playing Today

Yes, psychologists are now linking the rise in children’s anxiety and depression to a lack of free play. Kids aren't experiencing the benefits ... Read more

October 8, 2020 | Clay Drinko

Play for Adults (Why You Need It and How To Do It)

When you think of the characteristics of an adult, what do you think of? Responsible, boring, mature, serious, tired? That’s a problem. Sure, ... Read more

September 2, 2020 | Clay Drinko

Is the "Yes, And" Improv Rule a Rule for Life?

I hear more and more about the "Yes, And" improv rule. People are now telling us to Yes, And at work, at home, and sometimes even on our ... Read more

May 20, 2020 | Clay Drinko

Toddler Tantrums? Try "Leaning into Yes"

Around my daughter’s second birthday, I realized we were both saying “no” to each other…a lot. You want to crack that egg by yourself? No. I ... Read more

February 12, 2020 | Clay Drinko

How to Talk about Politics (Even when you disagree)

The election season is already in full swing. Unfortunately, that means divisive ranting and lecturing are also already in full swing. Some of ... Read more

December 25, 2019 | Clay Drinko

Life should be Fun: So should your New Years Resolutions

Lame resolution: go to the gym more. Awesome resolution: make life fun by strategically playing your way more mindful, joyous, and connected ... Read more

December 18, 2019 | Clay Drinko

Top 10 Play your Way Sane Games of 2019

We've laughed. We've cried. We've played nearly 60 everyday games! You could play even more if you subscribe. I'm just saying: you get bonus ... Read more