How to Be Happy-ish: Science-backed strategies for overcoming loneliness

Happyish Ever After: Love Your Life, Build Emotional Wellbeing, And Lose Weight

In this enlightening episode of the Happyish Ever After Podcast, host Tatiana Robertson tackles the silent epidemic of loneliness and its profound impact on our health. Going beyond the surface, Tatiana delves into the science behind why we're biologically wired for social connection and how modern life has intensified feelings of isolation. With a mix of personal insights and science-backed data, she talks about the increased health risks associated with loneliness and offers practical steps you can take to forge meaningful connections and combat loneliness. Whether you're feeling disconnected or just looking to deepen your social bonds, this episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking a healthier, happier life.

Episode Outline:

• Introduction to Loneliness and Social Connection
  • The importance of social bonds for evolutionary survival
  • Loneliness as a modern epidemic
• New Format for Season 2
  • Introduction to mini-episodes focused on health-related topics
• The Science Behind Loneliness
  • How loneliness affects your health
  • Comparing the impact of social relationships vs. genetic connections on health
• The Modern Epidemic of Loneliness
  • The role of modern society in the rise of loneliness
  • The physical and mental health risks associated with social isolation
• Practical Steps to Combat Loneliness
  • Joining social groups and clubs
  • Attending community events
  • Volunteering
  • Investing in existing relationships
  • Being open-minded and approachable
• Conclusion and Final Thoughts
  • The long-term health benefits of social connections
  • Encouragement to take action against loneliness

Call to Action:

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Links for Reference:

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US government’s National Library of Medicine.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27091846/

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8618012/

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