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10/01/2025

Empathy takes more effort and vulnerability than sympathy does from us. It’s about stepping into the other person’s world and trying to feel their experience alongside them. This doesn’t mean we fully understand what they’re going through—we’re all unique—but it does mean we’re making an intentional effort to connect. Empathy might sound like this: “I can’t imagine how overwhelming this must be for you. It sounds like a lot to carry, and I want you to know I’m here if you need someone to talk to.”

With empathy, there’s a sense of closeness, a shared human connection that reassures the other person they’re not alone. Instead of simply acknowledging their pain, empathy offers presence and understanding. It’s less about saying the “right thing” and more about showing up and being real.

Empathy also invites us to check in with ourselves. When responding, we might name our own emotions—“I feel heartbroken hearing this”—or admit that we’re not sure what to feel but want to support them. Offering to listen or be there often flows naturally when we’re in this space of connection.

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09/01/2025

When someone close to us—our partner, family member, or friend—shares a difficult experience, there’s an unspoken exchange that unfolds. Let’s call it a dance.
No matter how big or small the issue they’re sharing, we often find ourselves face-to-face with their vulnerability, unsure of how to respond. This moment is delicate. It’s a one-shot opportunity to set the tone, and how we choose to respond can either deepen the connection or create distance. In personal relationships, this dance is especially important because our reactions speak volumes about how we show up for the people we care about.

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08/01/2025

Let's go 14 hour day. Going to try to hustle 5 extra hours after working!

07/01/2025

💡 Hello, Therapists! 💡

Here’s the inside scoop about Playful Pursuits for Partners workshops and how they can complement the amazing work you’re doing with your couples. 🌟

Our workshops are a fun and meaningful way for couples to connect through play and shared experiences. Imagine your clients laughing and bonding during a blindfolded taste test or moving in sync (or sometimes maybe not-so in sync, but still having fun) during a lighthearted dancing activity—all designed to build trust, communication, and intimacy.

These art- and play-based activities are like therapy’s best friend, supporting the growth and connection you help foster in your sessions. And right now, workshops are 50% off, making it the perfect time to send your couples our way for an extra boost in their journey together!

💬 Have questions or want to learn more? Let’s connect and talk about how Playful Pursuits for Partners can add depth to the work you’re already doing with your clients.

🌐 Learn more: 8CountSocial.com
💌 Send your couples our way and let’s work together to support stronger connections!

06/01/2025

Play to Enhance, Not Escape

Digital play isn’t the enemy! The trick is to approach it intentionally and in moderation. When you set goals, stay mindful, and balance it with other areas of your life, you can enjoy the benefits without falling into the trap of avoidance.

Let’s make our playtime intentional and meaningful!

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03/01/2025

How to have the mindset for healthy tech use....

1. Set Intentional Goals for Your Digital Play
Before you dive into your favorite game or app, take a moment to ask yourself: What do I want to get out of this? Maybe you want to relax, learn a new skill, or connect with others. Setting a purpose for your play grounds the experience and makes it more meaningful.

For example, if you’re gaming, decide ahead of time what you’ll work on—like reaching a specific level or playing for a set amount of time. By doing this, you’re less likely to fall into a mindless rabbit hole and more likely to feel accomplished when you’re done.

2. Practice Mindful Play
Mindfulness is about staying present and fully engaged in whatever you’re doing. When it comes to digital play, this means focusing on the experience itself. Notice the details—the graphics, the story, the emotions you feel as you play. Are you genuinely enjoying it, or are you just zoning out?

Mindful play also involves taking breaks and checking in with yourself. Before you start, ask: Am I playing to relax and have fun, or am I avoiding stress, boredom, or loneliness? Reflecting on these questions can help you identify patterns in your habits and guide you toward more intentional use.

3. Balance Digital Play with Offline Activities
Digital play can be a great way to unwind, but it’s most beneficial when balanced with real-world activities that support your overall well-being. Try using digital play as a reward after completing a task or as a way to relax after a busy day. Pair it with offline activities like going for a walk, cooking, or spending time with loved ones.
This balance reinforces the idea that play—digital or not—is a healthy, enjoyable part of life, not a way to escape from it. Plus, mixing it up helps keep your playtime fresh and fun.

01/01/2025

Let’s be real—I’ve been doing some soul-searching this week about my relationship with digital play. I’m in that funny in-between generation: old enough to remember life without tech everywhere and young enough to have spent most of my life with it. I read all the parenting advice on navigating technology, chat with other parents about it, and try not to slip into the “tech is bad!” mindset. Still, I find myself wondering: how do we use technology in ways that serve us, and where’s the line between fun and too much?

Here’s the kicker—I do enjoy digital play! I’ve spent way too long trying to beat a couple more levels in the Water Sort game, and I’m fiercely proud of my 900-day Duolingo streak (1000 days, here I come!). But there’s also a part of me that gets uneasy about mindlessly scrolling or shopping just to pass time. Those 30-minute black holes leave me feeling disconnected and unintentional.

My concern isn’t about the tech itself but about why I use it. Am I playing to relax and unwind, or am I escaping something I’d rather not face? Escapism is part of being human—sometimes, we need a mental break to cope with life. But the how and what we choose to escape into matters. Too much of anything—whether it’s eating, sleeping, or even hobbies—can take a toll. And while certain escapes like workaholism or substance abuse are more obviously harmful, even seemingly harmless escapes, like gaming or scrolling, can turn problematic if they go unchecked.

Personally, I try to steer my escapism toward things that feel more enriching, like creating art, dancing, reading, or spending time with my cat. But even those can get out of balance if I’m not mindful. So, what do we do about digital play? How can we keep it within healthy limits and ensure it serves us rather than controls us?
Here’s what I’ve landed on: the goal is to use digital play—or any form of escapism—in ways that enhance your life, not as a way to avoid it.

If you want to play as a healthy escape with me, sign up at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/weplay-2thrive-january-pass-4-week-discount-pass-tickets-1086189454899?aff=oddtdtcreator

31/12/2024

🎉 New Year, New Joy! 🥳 Resolutions and goals can feel so cliché, but PLAY? That’s the ultimate reset button! ✨ Play is naturally reinvigorating—it sparks creativity, builds connection, and brings so much fun to your life.

🛝 Hop into new experiences this year with 8 Count Social!
💃 wePlay2Thrive: Enjoy engaging, playful experiences to meet new people and bring joy into your life! And guess what? It’s BOGO—bring a friend or family member for free!
❤ Playful Pursuits for Partners: Reignite the spark and create meaningful moments with your partner. Right now, it’s 50% off!

Why wait? Start your year with play, connection, and fun! 🕺 Visit 8CountSocial.com to sign up today. Let’s make this the year of joy and connection! 🌟

25/12/2024

Happy Hanukkah!
Sending Warm Kwanza Wishes!
And a Very Merry Christmas!

Regardless of what you celebrate (or don't), have a safe, peaceful, playful day!

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22/12/2024

As a single, sometimes it doesn't seem like play is an option for us when we are alone. But I beg to differ. There are a lot of ways to let the creativity and pleasure ensue! Here are some of my favorites...

1. Reflective Journaling: Ending my day with a journaling practice like “Rose-Bud-Thorn,” where I write down one highlight, one area of growth, and one challenge from the day.

2. Mindful Creativity: Meditative activities like coloring, doodling, or working on a mandala. These repetitive, calming tasks help quiet my mind.

3. Coming soon to my house: Self-Care Bingo: I'm creating a bingo card filled with self-care ideas that bring me joy— mine includes warm tea, a luxurious bath, skincare, and stretching so far.

Your evening can be reimagined too! Get creative and share your favorites below! Make it exciting and enticing so that you'll want to keep going.

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22/12/2024

🎁✨ Last-Minute Gift Magic! ✨🎁

Looking for the perfect last-minute gift? Forget the usual and give the gift of experiences! At 8 Count Social, we’re all about connection, fun, and play, and our gift certificates make the ultimate thoughtful present.

🎨💃 Playful Pursuits for Partners: Rekindle the spark with your partner while exploring art and play-based activities that bring you closer.
🎭🎲 wePlay2Thrive: Enjoy weekly play and art-based activities designed to connect, laugh, and thrive with friends—or make new ones!

🎉 Special Holiday Offers:

wePlay2Thrive is BOGO—bring a friend for FREE!
Playful Pursuits for Partners is 50% OFF!
Skip the stress of shopping and grab a gift that’s guaranteed to bring joy. Perfect for family, friends, or even YOU (wink wink). Gift certificates are available 24/7 at 8CountSocial.com.

Give the gift of connection this season—it’s the present that keeps on giving! 🎁✨

20/12/2024

Unwinding while keeping the play alive. Bedtime routines can turn into a game of tug-o-war, feeling like a battle to win. Here are some tips for parents with kids...

1. Bedtime Story Game: Turn bedtime into an adventure by co-creating a story. Let your kids invent characters or plot twists—it’s fun, engaging, and builds creativity without the energy of jumping around.

2. Music to Unwind: Play soothing music while you wind down as a family. It’s a small add-on that can signal the day’s end and bring a sense of calm if used intentionally.

3. Gratitude Circle: Take turns sharing one thing you’re grateful for. It helps everyone reflect on the positives of the day.

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20/12/2024

Play to add to your evening... for friends, roommates, and neighbors!

1. “Would You Rather?”: Swap funny or thought-provoking questions to spark laughter and conversation.

2. Collaborative Art Project: Work together on a creative project, like painting, crafting, or designing decor. It’s a playful way to create shared memories.

3. Evening Stroll: Take a calming walk together and talk about your day. It’s a low-key, screen-free way to feel connected and the exercise is good too!

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18/12/2024

Playful yet relaxing wind-down ideas for couples craving connection:

1. Quiet Puzzle Time: Work together on a jigsaw puzzle. It’s calming, collaborative, and perfect for sharing quiet conversation or comfortable silence.

2. Stargazing Date: Lay out a blanket and gaze at the stars.

3. Stretch and Unwind: Do a few gentle yoga poses together. It’s grounding and offers a moment of physical and emotional connection before bed.

Share your favorite unwind moment this week! I'd love to see and hear about your favorites!

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17/12/2024

🎄✨ Mom Deserves a Stocking, Too (and Maybe a Little Something for Herself)! ✨🎁

This holiday season, treat mom—and even yourself—with an experience gift from 8 Count Social! 🌟

💃 wePlay2Thrive – Now BOGO! Mom can bring you, a friend, or even treat herself to a fun, play-filled experience where connection and joy take center stage.

❤ Playful Pursuits for Partners – The perfect date night to rekindle the spark, now 50% OFF!

🎟 Gift cards are available at 8CountSocial.com – perfect for last-minute gifts. No stress, no hassle—shop anytime, day or night. 🎁🎉

And hey, who says mom can’t add a gift to her OWN stocking? 😉

Let’s make the holidays fun, easy, and unforgettable—because mom deserves it!

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17/12/2024

Last week, I shared some thoughts on adding play to your mornings to start the day with connection and joy. That got me thinking: what about the other bookend of the day—the evening? After a long day, how we wind down sets the tone for a peaceful night and better rest.

And here’s the thing: play doesn’t always have to be high-energy or exciting. It can also be soothing and restorative. Whether you’re living with a partner, roommates, kids, or just yourself, evening play offers a unique way to connect and relax.

Why Play at Night?
Incorporating gentle play into your evening isn’t just a way to unwind; it’s a chance to deepen your bonds, reflect on the day, and find joy in the moment. By focusing on connection, these activities can help you transition from the busyness of the day to the calm of the night. Stay tuned this week as I offer some ideas for how to do this!

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10/12/2024

🎁 Stocking Stuffers That WOW! 🎄

This holiday season, give mom the gift of PLAY! 🌟

✨ wePlay2Thrive: Fun, play-based experiences where mom can meet new people in a relaxed and engaging environment. Right now enjoy BOGO, so mom can bring a friend along, too!

✨ Playful Pursuits for Partners: The perfect date night to reconnect and enjoy play and art-based activities while having a blast together! Enjoy 50% off, which makes this an even better stocking stuffer!

💌 Show mom she deserves more than just lint in her stocking! Give her something she'll truly love! Grab a gift that brings joy, connection, and FUN this season. 🎨🕺

🎄 Find the perfect play-based gift at 8countsocial.com!

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03/12/2024

🎄 Treat Yourself to the Perfect Holiday Gift! 🎄

The holidays are all about giving…but who says you can’t gift yourself a little something special? 🎁 Wink, wink. This year, skip the stress and give yourself the gift of FUN, CONNECTION, and CREATIVITY with 8 Count Social!

💑 Playful Pursuits for Partners: Rediscover your spark with play and art-based workshops designed to elevate your connection with your partner. It’s the perfect way to refresh your relationship while enjoying something meaningful together. And right now, it’s 50% off! This is the ideal experience gift for you and your partner!

🎨 wePlay2Thrive: Looking for something just for you? Join our creative, play-filled events designed to help you thrive, meet new people, and reconnect with your inner joy. Plus, enjoy BOGO for our January events - perfect for bringing a friend along!

✨ This holiday season, skip the ordinary and gift yourself and your loved one the extraordinary. You deserve it!

👉 Register for January’s events now at 8countsocial.com/events

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💡 Hello, Therapists! 💡 Here’s the inside scoop about Playful Pursuits for Partners workshops and how they can complement the amazing work you’re doing with your couples. 🌟 Our workshops are a fun and meaningful way for couples to connect through play and shared experiences. Imagine your clients laughing and bonding during a blindfolded taste test or moving in sync (or sometimes maybe not-so in sync, but still having fun) during a lighthearted dancing activity—all designed to build trust, communication, and intimacy. These art- and play-based activities are like therapy’s best friend, supporting the growth and connection you help foster in your sessions. And right now, workshops are 50% off, making it the perfect time to send your couples our way for an extra boost in their journey together! 💬 Have questions or want to learn more? Let’s connect and talk about how Playful Pursuits for Partners can add depth to the work you’re already doing with your clients. 🌐 Learn more: 8CountSocial.com 💌 Send your couples our way and let’s work together to support stronger connections! #Therapists #ConnectBetter #PlayBetter #TherapistApproved #PlayfulConnection #CouplesWorkshops #8CountSocial #TherapySupport #RelationshipGoals

🎉 New Year, New Joy! 🥳 Resolutions and goals can feel so cliché, but PLAY? That’s the ultimate reset button! ✨ Play is naturally reinvigorating—it sparks creativity, builds connection, and brings so much fun to your life. 🛝 Hop into new experiences this year with 8 Count Social! 💃 wePlay2Thrive: Enjoy engaging, playful experiences to meet new people and bring joy into your life! And guess what? It’s BOGO—bring a friend or family member for free! ❤ Playful Pursuits for Partners: Reignite the spark and create meaningful moments with your partner. Right now, it’s 50% off! Why wait? Start your year with play, connection, and fun! 🕺 Visit 8CountSocial.com to sign up today. Let’s make this the year of joy and connection! 🌟 #8CountSocial #ConnectBetter #PlayBetter #NewYearBetter #PlayYourWayToJoy #NewYearNewYou #wePlay2Thrive #PlayfulPursuits #ConnectionThroughPlay #DenverEvents #TrySomethingNew #StartWithPlay

🎁✨ Last-Minute Gift Magic! ✨🎁 Looking for the perfect last-minute gift? Forget the usual and give the gift of experiences! At 8 Count Social, we’re all about connection, fun, and play, and our gift certificates make the ultimate thoughtful present. 🎨💃 Playful Pursuits for Partners: Rekindle the spark with your partner while exploring art and play-based activities that bring you closer. 🎭🎲 wePlay2Thrive: Enjoy weekly play and art-based activities designed to connect, laugh, and thrive with friends—or make new ones! 🎉 Special Holiday Offers: wePlay2Thrive is BOGO—bring a friend for FREE! Playful Pursuits for Partners is 50% OFF! Skip the stress of shopping and grab a gift that’s guaranteed to bring joy. Perfect for family, friends, or even YOU (wink wink). Gift certificates are available 24/7 at 8CountSocial.com. Give the gift of connection this season—it’s the present that keeps on giving! 🎁✨ #LastMinuteGifts #ExperienceGifts #PlayToConnect #8CountSocial #GiftOfPlay #BOGO #HolidayCheer #GiftCertificates #ConnectBetter #PlayBetter #GiftBetter

🎄✨ Mom Deserves a Stocking, Too (and Maybe a Little Something for Herself)! ✨🎁 This holiday season, treat mom—and even yourself—with an experience gift from 8 Count Social! 🌟 💃 wePlay2Thrive – Now BOGO! Mom can bring you, a friend, or even treat herself to a fun, play-filled experience where connection and joy take center stage. ❤ Playful Pursuits for Partners – The perfect date night to rekindle the spark, now 50% OFF! 🎟 Gift cards are available at 8CountSocial.com – perfect for last-minute gifts. No stress, no hassle—shop anytime, day or night. 🎁🎉 And hey, who says mom can’t add a gift to her OWN stocking? 😉 Let’s make the holidays fun, easy, and unforgettable—because mom deserves it! 🎁8countsocial.com #ExperienceGifts #ConnectBetter #PlayBetter #HolidayBetter #StockingStuffers #MomDeservesTheBest #8CountSocial #wePlay2Thrive #PlayfulPursuits #HolidayJoy #BOGOFun #TreatYourself 🎄

🎁 Stocking Stuffers That WOW! 🎄 This holiday season, give mom the gift of PLAY! 🌟 ✨ wePlay2Thrive: Fun, play-based experiences where mom can meet new people in a relaxed and engaging environment. Right now enjoy BOGO, so mom can bring a friend along, too! ✨ Playful Pursuits for Partners: The perfect date night to reconnect and enjoy play and art-based activities while having a blast together! Enjoy 50% off, which makes this an even better stocking stuffer! 💌 Show mom she deserves more than just lint in her stocking! Give her something she'll truly love! Grab a gift that brings joy, connection, and FUN this season. 🎨🕺 🎄 Find the perfect play-based gift at 8countsocial.com! #GiftOfPlay #HolidayGifts #PlayfulExperiences #8CountSocial #MeetConnectThrive #ConnectBetter #PlayBetter 🎁

Treat Yourself to the Perfect Holiday Gift with 8 Count Social!

🎄 Treat Yourself to the Perfect Holiday Gift! 🎄 The holidays are all about giving…but who says you can’t gift yourself a little something special? 🎁 Wink, wink. This year, skip the stress and give yourself the gift of FUN, CONNECTION, and CREATIVITY with 8 Count Social! 💑 Playful Pursuits for Partners: Rediscover your spark with play and art-based workshops designed to elevate your connection with your partner. It’s the perfect way to refresh your relationship while enjoying something meaningful together. And right now, it’s 50% off! This is the ideal experience gift for you and your partner! 🎨 wePlay2Thrive: Looking for something just for you? Join our creative, play-filled events designed to help you thrive, meet new people, and reconnect with your inner joy. Plus, enjoy BOGO for our January events - perfect for bringing a friend along! ✨ This holiday season, skip the ordinary and gift yourself and your loved one the extraordinary. You deserve it! 👉 Register for January’s events now at 8countsocial.com/events #8CountSocial #PlayfulPursuits #wePlay2Thrive #HolidayGiftsForYou #ConnectionThroughPlay #SelfCareThroughPlay #CreativeConnections #ConnectBetter #PlayBetter🎁✨

🎁 Buy yourself something nice! Wink Wink!! 😉 Half off and BOGO sales happening now at 8 Count Social! ✨ 8countsocial.com/events #ConnectBetter #8countsocial #GiveBetter #SelfCare #GiftBetter

🎁 Give Yourself the Gift of Connection and Fun! 🎁 Psst...this holiday season, don’t forget about someone special—YOU! 😉 Wink, wink. While you’re busy gifting everyone else, treat yourself to an experience that will bring you joy, connection, and a fresh start to the New Year! ✨ Playful Pursuits for Partners: Elevate your connection with art-based workshops designed to deepen bonds and spark joy in your relationship. Plus, it’s 50% off right now! 🎨 wePlay2Thrive: Meet new people and embrace the magic of play with creative, social activities that let you connect and thrive in a fun, relaxed setting. And guess what? We have a BOGO happening for January events! So, bring a friend for FREE! 🎉 Don’t wait! Register for January’s events today and give yourself the gift of play, connection, and creativity. Because you deserve it. 😉 👉 Sign up now at 8countsocial.com/events #8CountSocial #PlayfulPursuits #wePlay2Thrive #HolidaySelfCare #GiftYourself #ConnectionThroughPlay #CreativeConnections #ConnectBetter #PlayBetter 🖌

🎁 Give the Gift of Connection & Joy This Holiday Season... Now with a BOGO for our December and January Events! 🎉 This year, skip the ordinary and give an experience gift that truly makes a difference. At 8 Count Social, we make holiday shopping easy and meaningful with two incredible options: ✨ wePlay2Thrive: Weekly classes that change monthly, designed to help you meet new people, embrace play, and add more joy to your life! Perfect for anyone looking to thrive through connection. 💕 Playful Pursuits for Partners: A unique workshop experience to reignite the spark and bring more pizzazz to relationships. Because every great partnership deserves some playful TLC! 🎄 Gift certificates are available now at 8countsocial.com/events. And for a limited time, they're buy one, get one free! Make this holiday one to remember with the gift of fun, play, and connection! #8CountSocial #ConnectBetter #GiftBetter #PlayBetter #GiveTheGiftOfPlay #HolidayShoppingMadeEasy #wePlaytoThrive #PlayfulPursuits #ConnectionThroughPlay #ExperienceGifts 🎨✨

🎉 Don’t be alone during the holidays! Join us for wePlay2Thrive featuring weekly events full of fun, engaging play & art-based activities that are sure to bring joy and connection to your season! 🖌✨ 🎈 Bring home keepsakes that capture the laughter, memories, and new friendships made with us! 🏡💫 Whether you're looking to make new friends or just enjoy a lively space, this is your place! Sign up TODAY and let’s make this holiday season unforgettable! 🎄🕎 👉 8countsocial.com/events

🎉 Playful Pursuits for Partners was a huge success for Steve and Christine! 🌟 In one of our very first events, a couple found a new way to connect, adding depth to their relationship—all in a fun, therapist-recommended date night setting. This unique, 3-hour workshop was a hit, giving this couple a chance to reinforce their spark and try something new together. With all materials and light refreshments included, it was the perfect night out! 💖💫 This event is inclusive of all relationships—so no matter your journey, you’re welcome here! Ready to join the next one? Let’s keep building that connection in the most playful way. 🌈 📲 Head to https://8countsocial.com/events to learn more! #PlayfulPursuits #DateBetter #HaveFunTogether #DateNightFun #DateNightDoneRight #RelationshipGoals #8CountSocial #BuildingConnections #CouplesNight #InclusiveEvents #SparkAndPlay #PlayToConnect #RelationshipBuilding

Playful Pursuits for Partners with 8 Count Social!

🔥 Add sizzle to your spark with Playful Pursuits for Partners! 🎉✨ This therapist-recommended one-stop date night workshop is designed to elevate your already magnificent connection. Let 8 Count Social bring joy and playfulness back into your relationship. Whether you’re celebrating a holiday, birthday, anniversary, or just want to try something new, this makes the perfect experience gift for your partner! 💖🎁 Gift cards available now! 🎨💃 Sign up today at 8CountSocial.com/events 🌟 #PlayfulPursuits #DateBetter #RelationshipGoals #ConnectBetter #PlayBetter #CouplesConnection #RekindleTheFlame #8CountSocial #ExperienceGift #LoveAndPlay

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