Health Coaching
Connection is essential for our wellbeing ❤
Mammals have evolved a unique coping method in which they are calmed by proximity of engagement with others (Stephen Porges 2011).
If there’s one thing we humans need, it’s each other. Feeling connected to others is good for us on so many levels.
Not only does social connection trigger oxytocin, the feel-good ‘bonding hormone’, but it’s been linked with better physical health and longevity, and has also been shown to contribute to lower levels of depression and anxiety.
Being connected to others is not just about how many social events you have in your diary, it’s the feeling of belonging that you get when you have close relationships with the important people in your life.
Prioritising social connection is critical so that we can feel well supported as we go through life. Whether it's volunteering, hosting a games night, joining a club or going dancing with friends, social connections play a vital role in our physical and mental health.
