
10/01/2025
Struggling with feelings of loneliness, depression and anxiety?
According to Harvard scientist Kasley Killam (and the longest study of human flourishing that has ever been done), the strength of our personal relationships is the biggest predictor of our health and happiness.
• On average, the idea is that we need to connect with at least 5 different people each week - this could be just saying hi to someone from the gym, or work, or church or a yoga class.
• We also need to nurture at least 3 closer relationships each week - with people who truly matter to us (family or friends).
• And we need to spend at least 1 hour each day interacting with others. This doesn't have to happen all at once - it can be done a few minutes at a time - and it can be combined with the time you spend running errands, doing grocery shopping, eating lunch, etc.
Like with any part of our health and wellness journey, these patterns of behaviour might take a little time and effort to develop. But by expanding our connections to others, we are able to fight back against some of the most common mental heal ailments that many people experience!
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