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Social connections and relationships affect our physical, mental and emotional health. Research shows that the single most important predictor of human happiness and long life is having strong social connections. Health-related measures like blood pressure and heart rate improve even with short positive social interactions. Below are some tip sthat may help you create and keep important connections in your life.
Setting goals is a great way to increase your sense of connection. It’s often easier to achieve positive goals. An example of a positive social connection goal is, “I will increase my feeling of social contentedness by joining a group fitness class that meets for an hour, three nights of the week.”
While technology can improve social contentedness income cases, research finds that those who use social media the most are at a higher risk for depression. Be mindful of how you use technology to support social connections in your life.
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