Tag: social support
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Study Explains Why Social Support Increases Mental Health
Since humans first roamed the Earth, we’ve relied on social support to mitigate life’s struggles. As social animals, we receive physical and emotional benefits from our connections with others. In recent times, we lived in tribes and derived meaning from a life based on a tight-knit community. Our mental health declined only once we scattered…
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3 Ways Reconnecting With Old Friends Can Help You Grow
Have you ever felt like it was only yesterday that you were running around with your old friends from childhood? Or that you’ve just closed your eyes for a moment, and now your siblings have their own families? When is the last time you saw your parents? Sometimes, we get so focused on our plans…
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6 Health Benefits Of Deeper Relationships
Close relationships can have some pretty magical effects on your world. It’s why social support is so vital to many people’s lives and why you often feel better around friends, family, and loved ones. Many people underestimate just how powerful, healthy companionship can be. Don’t make that mistake, or you’ll be missing out on these…
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14 Mental Health Benefits Of Showing Gratitude
Do you ever feel like your mental health is slipping in multiple different areas at once? Have you ever wondered if there was a way to address those problems cohesively? The answer might lie in simply being thankful. Sure, it sounds condescending, but gratitude has always been a wonderful booster for psychological wellbeing. Just try…