It's O.K. to Play: 30 Days to a Ridiculously Wonderful Life
It's O.K. to Play: 30 Days to a Ridiculously Wonderful Life, co-authored by DillonMarcus co-founder Evan Marcus and Tara Marcus, offers practical ideas for becoming more joyful and effective — both professionally and personally — by rediscovering the power of play.
About the Book
Play, for many a lost ability, can be one of our greatest allies. It allows us to discover new ways of doing things and produce results faster with less struggle. It's O.K. to Play helps readers change the thoughts and life patterns that keep them trapped in fear, worry, and doubt, replacing them with skills that transfer directly into everyday life — from managing time more effectively to strengthening relationships.
The 30-Day Approach
The book is structured around a "Game for the Day," giving readers a simple, actionable practice to work through over 30 days. Each game builds toward becoming more masterful in the art of play — a skill Evan and Tara Marcus have spent twenty-five years exploring and teaching to some of the largest companies in the world.
Why Play Matters at Work and in Life
Becoming masterful in the art of play builds skills that are widely transferable: sharper time management, stronger relationships, and greater resilience in the face of fear, worry, and doubt. It's a theme that runs throughout DillonMarcus's broader philosophy — that progress doesn't have to be painful, and that purposeful, playful approaches often produce the best results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who wrote It's O.K. to Play?
The book was co-authored by Evan Marcus, co-founder of DillonMarcus, and Tara Marcus, who have spent twenty-five years exploring the power of play together.
How is the book structured?
It's organized around 30 days, each built around a "Game for the Day" that readers can put into practice immediately.
Who is this book for?
Anyone looking to become more joyful and effective, both professionally and personally, by learning to harness the power of play.
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