Have you been feeling disconnected lately? Like you haven't been hanging out with friends as much as you did pre-pandemic? You're not alone! Dennis has a fascinating segment about why so many of us are more isolated than ever (it's not why you think!) and how our beloved INTROVERTS can easily get comfy human connection, too! Plus, it's Dennis' birthday so we're playing Dirty Birthday MadLibs! Grab your headphones ?Here's the article Dennis talks about:"The science of why friendships keep us healthy" by Zara Abramsapa.org/…/cover-story-science… Visit bewitchyourwardrobe.com and sign up to get your first month of unlimited rental swaps FREE!Support the showPlease support our sponsors who believe in the show!puzzleYOU: Create your own custom photo puzzle! Visit puzzleYOU.com and use the code THECHECKIN25 to get 25% off!Email us: thecheckinmailbox@gmail.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCheckInPodcast Instagram: @the_checkin_podcastTiktok: @the_checkin_podcastJoin the fan-run Facebook page for free! Open to all: https://www.facebook.com/groups/minervaisourqueenJoin The Check-In's Herohero page to get all of their bonus content for $8 a month (for a limited time): https://herohero.co/bethanywatsonanddenniscahlo Join The Check-In's Patreon for live streams of The Check-In recording, freebies, and more:https://www.patreon.com/denniscahlo