We do not just prefer healthy relationships; we need them.
"neomi & zoe" by ilan sharif is licensed under CC BY-NC 2.0
“The foremost pillar of happiness is a sense of belonging and purpose. Cultures that are more communal are more mentally healthy as a whole. People who are alone often die earlier and get sicker before they do.”
“…Connection is so important, but it is so often overlooked and there are few resources available to teach people how to foster real connection in their lives. But there are a few essential ideas that can help….”
Article: Connection Is a Core Human Need, But We Are Terrible at It