Personal Development, Social Connection
The science is in: social connection improves physical health and mental and emotional well-being.


 

"We all think we know how to take good are of ourselves: eat your veggies, work out and try to get enough sleep. But how many of us know that social connection is just as critical?

" One landmark study showed that lack of social connection is a greater detriment to health than obesity, smoking and high blood pressure.

"On the other hand, strong social connection:

– leads to a 50% increased chance of longevity
– strengthens your immune system(research by Steve Cole shows that genes impacted by loneliness also code for immune function and inflammation)
– helps you recover from disease faster
– may even lengthen your life!"

Article: Connectedness & Health: The Science of Social Connection
Tedx Talk: The Power & Science of Social Connection: Emma Seppälä TEDx