Why Is Social Connection So Hard for Young Adults? - Greater Good
Apr 18, 2025 · MDW: What are some simple things Gen Z and other young adults can do to strengthen their social connections? JZ: The first is to realize how much other people want to connect with them, …
Seven in 10 Americans Feel Compelled to Connect… - Greater Good
Apr 23, 2025 · Americans increasingly only interact with Americans who look, think, and live like them. Even so, there are some places and moments across the country where diverse, meaningful, and …
Four Ways to Create High-Quality Connections at Work
Oct 24, 2023 · Research reveals what makes work relationships strong and healthy—and the small actions you can take to deepen them.
How to Teach Mindfulness in a More Social Way - Greater Good
Mar 17, 2025 · Given how essential social connections are to student well-being and success, the CDC recommends educators devote more time to giving students the opportunity to develop and practice …
Social Connection - Greater Good
2 days ago · When researchers refer to the concept of social connection, they mean the feeling that you belong to a group and generally feel close to other people. Scientific evidence strongly suggests that …
Seven Barriers to Building More Meaningful Connections
Feb 10, 2025 · If you search Google for ways to find social connection, you might come across advice like “reach out to existing acquaintances,” “join a club,” or “get involved in your community.” This …
The Six Points of Connection We All Need - Greater Good
Jul 15, 2025 · Practically, building connections can be surprisingly straightforward. Initiatives like “front porch chats,” block parties, or community social media groups foster casual interactions. Neighbors …
Is Social Connection the Best Path to Happiness? - Greater Good
Jun 27, 2018 · What seems true across cultures is that social connections are key to well-being. For example, very happy people are highly social and tend to have strong relationships; kids with a richer …
Can We Build a World Where We All Belong? - Greater Good
Jan 20, 2025 · john a. powell explains why we distance ourselves from groups of people and how we can all find the connection that we crave.
Four Ways Social Support Makes You More Resilient - Greater Good
Nov 13, 2017 · Resilience is associated with stronger social connections Many researchers suggest that living a more altruistic life or living life with purpose helps us be more resilient when disaster hits. But …