- Seven Barriers to Building More Meaningful Connections - Greater Good
The road to connection may be filled with speed bumps, roadblocks, and detours, but there are many practical strategies for navigating them By simply changing your mindset and developing some new habits, you can enrich your social life and experience deeper connections with others who share the journey
- Four Ways to Create High-Quality Connections at Work - Greater Good
Our experience with Denise might seem very ordinary, yet it also illuminates what we call in our research “high-quality connections ” Denise’s comments emphasize the scarcity of these connections in many work environments Time and performance pressures, inattention, distraction, and overload can easily undermine our ability to connect
- Social Connection | Greater Good
When researchers refer to the concept of social connection, they mean the feeling that you belong to a group and generally feel close to other people Scientific evidence strongly suggests that this is a core psychological need, essential to feeling satisfied with your life Indeed, humans are a profoundly social species; our drive to connect with others is embedded in our biology and
- Social Connection Definition | What Is Social Connection - Greater Good
Social connections in youth are key to later well-being According to a survey that followed nearly 300 men over the course of more than 70 years, intimate relationships—a loving childhood, empathy, and warm relationships as a young adult—are the best predictors of economic success, physical health, and flourishing in life
- Seven in 10 Americans Feel Compelled to Connect… - Greater Good
Through mentorship programs that pair local residents with newly arrived families, the organization fosters meaningful connections and mutual understanding Since its launch in 2017, Hello Neighbor has supported over 3,500 individuals from 58 countries throughout and beyond the critical first 90 days of resettlement
- What Happens When Old and Young Connect - Greater Good
But there are ways to use technology to connect across distance and generations—and actually feed face-to-face connections For a few ideas, check out this list of 10 ways to volunteer across the generations from home , then sign up with the Gen2Gen campaign for more ideas, delivered to your inbox
- 36 Questions to Spark Love and Connection - Greater Good
The Science of Love: The Science of Happiness Explore the science behind the connections that shape our lives From romantic partnerships to friendships, The Science of Love series dives into research-backed practices and insights from renowned experts to help strengthen bonds, foster deeper understanding, and inspire meaningful change in your relationship
- Why Are We So Wired to Connect? - Greater Good
Lieberman, a social neuroscientist at the University of California, Los Angeles, outlines the fascinating neurological evidence for the primacy of social connections in our lives, and presents guidelines for how we can use this information to improve our workplaces, schools, and personal well-being
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