This story is free to read because readers choose to support LAist. If you find value in independent local reporting, make a donation to power our newsroom today . Somewhere between childhood and the corner office, a lot of us are taught that play is something that you outgrow. But what if that trade-off is actually draining us and leaving us feeling stuck? That's the topic of a new book called The Playful Way: Creativity, Connection, and Joy Through Everyday Moments of Play.