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Episode 2130:
Discover how Ryan Frederick's insights from Here.life enlighten us on the pivotal role of social fitness in our well-being. Social fitness goes beyond simple friendships, embodying the art of successful interaction and relationship building across various social contexts. As society shifts towards isolation, Frederick highlights environmental influences on social fitness and proposes life stage-specific antidotes to foster stronger community ties, urging us to value the place we live in as a tool for enhancing our social connections.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.here.life/blog/how-does-your-environment-impacting-social-fitness
Quotes to ponder:
"Social fitness is the ability to interact successfully with others, build and maintain positive relationships, and adapt to different social contexts."
"Good relationships keep us healthier and happier. Period."
Episode references:
Bowling Alone: The Collapse and Revival of American Community by Robert Putnam: https://www.amazon.com/Bowling-Alone-Collapse-American-Community/dp/0743203046
The Good Life: Lessons from the World’s Longest Scientific Study of Happiness by Robert Waldinger: https://www.harvard.com/book/the_good_life/
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