The Science of Connection: Why We Need Each Other for Our Wellbeing
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My show was created around the idea that we all crave connection. And that we use the coffee meetup as a tool to see each other. It’s about being together, not the caffeine hit. Humans are social creatures. We have an innate need for connection. Whether it's with family, friends, or strangers, we crave social interaction and companionship. Yes, I said strangers, because regardless of whether you are introverted or extroverted, the need for connection is in you. You are hard-wired for this. This need for connection has been studied extensively, and the results show just how important it is for our mental health and wellbeing. In this episode, we'll explore the innate need for connection in humans, and how studies on mental health and hospitality back this up.
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