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- 2. LEISURE • “Nonobligatory activity that is intrinsically motivated and engaged in during discretionary time, that is, time not committed to obligatory occupations such as work, self-care, or sleep” (Parham & Fazio, 1997, p.250).
- 3. Leisure exploration • Identifying interests, skills, opportunities, and appropriate leisure activities.
- 4. Leisure participation • Planning and participating in appropriate leisure activities; maintaining a balance of leisure activities with other occupations; and obtaining, using, and maintaining equipment and supplies as appropriate
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