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Did you know that loneliness can impact your health even more than smoking?
Loneliness is not just being alone; it’s a mismatch between the connections you want and the ones you have.
00:00:00 – Introduction to Loneliness
Did you know that a sense of malaise or burnout can actually be a sign of loneliness?
00:00:29 – Meet the Experts
Introduction of Dr. Shabnam Daskar, Andrea Spyros, and guest Amy Vest.
00:01:39 – Defining Loneliness
Understanding loneliness as a deficit in desired relationships versus actual relationships.
00:03:23 – Loneliness vs. Isolation vs. Solitude
Exploring the differences between loneliness, isolation, and solitude.
00:04:14 – Factors Impacting Loneliness
Discussing life circumstances that can lead to feelings of loneliness.
00:07:28 – Health Impacts of Loneliness
Exploring the serious health consequences associated with loneliness.
00:09:47 – Understanding Subjective Loneliness
Amy shares her personal experience with loneliness and the importance of recognizing it.
00:14:12 – Identifying Personal Needs
How to identify what factors contribute to your feelings of loneliness.
00:18:08 – Action Steps for Connection
Practical steps listeners can take to decrease loneliness and increase social connection.
00:19:22 – The Importance of Small Actions
Emphasizing the significance of small, consistent actions in building connections.
00:21:05 – Navigating Rejection
Addressing the challenges of reaching out and dealing with non-responses.
00:25:10 – The Power of Experimentation
Encouraging an experimental mindset in social interactions.
00:28:15 – Building Connections Through Shared Moments
Sharing personal stories about the impact of small gestures on relationships.
00:36:10 – Quality Relationships and Life Satisfaction
Discussing findings from the Harvard Study of Adult Development.
00:38:08 – Practical Actions for Social Engagement
Listing actionable steps to foster social connections.
00:42:15 – The Role of Sunny
Introduction to Sunny, a project aimed at enhancing social well-being.
00:54:47 – Conclusion and Next Steps
Wrapping up the discussion and encouraging listeners to take action.
Our Guest is Amy Vest, Behavior Designer in Public Health and Wellbeing
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