Soft Anchors in a Shifting World: The Resurgence of Plush Toys as Pillars of Collective Resilience
As global crises multiply—from pandemics to political upheaval—an unexpected constant has emerged in the chaos: the plush toy. No longer confined to children’s bedrooms, these tactile companions are being reimagined as tools for societal healing, intergenerational dialogue, and even climate action. In a world yearning for stability, their res