To explain the **Reframing by Playing** technique, I start with a short introspection exercise.
Think of a situation in your life that truly tests your patience and overwhelms you.
Or one that consumes a lot of your energy, time, and emotions in your attempt to solve it.
Or a situation that you can no longer influence, and for that reason, you find it difficult to accept.
Describe the situation in detail.
What is “Reframing by Playing” technique?
An effective method to manage such moments and transform negative experiences into opportunities for emotional growth is the Reframing by Playing technique.
This approach involves reinterpreting events through play, offering us a fresh and constructive perspective on reality.
It is an innovative concept I have developed over the past few years. This method has been highly successful in both individual therapy and training sessions. Why?
Because it is based on the idea of extracting real-life situations that seem unsolvable and reframing them, giving them the characteristics of a story: characters, plot, obstacles, resolution.
”Reframing” refers to changing the framework through which we perceive a situation, thus altering the meaning we assign to it. By adding the element of “playing”, the process becomes more accessible and enjoyable, allowing us to explore different aspects in a creative and pressure-free way.
A playful approach to difficult life moments helps us see them from a new perspective, facilitating the healing process. It can also help us accept situations whose course we can no longer influence or change.
Applying the “Reframing by Playing” technique in everyday life
What results can we achieve, and how?
1. Interpreting personal mistakes as learning opportunities.
Instead of seeing errors as irreversible failures, we can view them as valuable lessons. Sometimes painful, it’s true, but a great way to avoid excessive self-criticism.2. Managing negative emotions.
When we feel overwhelmed by fear or sadness, we can use this technique to explore and understand the root cause of our emotions. For example, we can **personify emotions** and interact with them in a playful way, reducing their negative impact on our well-being.3. Approaching challenges as game levels.
Viewing challenges as levels in a game can be motivating enough to encourage us to **find creative solutions** and **persevere**, enjoying the process of overcoming difficulties.👉 Practical exercise:
– Imagine yourself as a character in a story.
– Give a name to the hero and the antagonist (your challenge).
– Start your story with “Once upon a time…”
– Explore different ways your characters might react, identifying creative and constructive solutions.
Possible emotional benefits of this technique
✅ Reduces tension and anxiety.
✅ Stimulates creativity and helps find innovative solutions to everyday challenges.
✅ Improves resilience, enhancing the ability to cope with adversity.
Not necessarily a conclusion…
Integrating the Reframing by Playing technique into our daily lives can transform the way we perceive and manage challenges. Through a playful and creative approach to problems, you can significantly improve your well-being and personal development.
If this article has sparked your curiosity about a new perspective on problem-solving and has inspired you, feel free to write to me to learn more about how you can apply this technique in your life!
