51 - The How of Happiness: Nurturing Social Relationships

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Join us in this episode for heartfelt discussion, laughter, and a shared commitment to consciously cherish and enrich the relationships that bring happiness to our lives.
Recall the last time you initiated a heartfelt connection with someone who crossed your mind and the joy that a simple act brought into your life.
Today, Denise and Sam unwrap the profound joy found in the human connections we nurture, inspired by the insights from "The How of Happiness." We share our own stories of reaching out to old friends and how those moments of kindness can brighten both our days and theirs. It's about those small yet significant actions that reinforce why certain people are part of our journey, and we invite you to reflect on these connections as well.
Denise and Sam get personal about the ways we've incorporated technology-free time, active listening, and expressions of gratitude into our own lives and invite you to do the same, fostering deeper connections with those who matter most, and finding joy in the even little things in life. We also share the Baader-Meinhof phenomenon (frequency illusion), drawing attention to the details in life you might have previously overlooked.
We leave you with a gentle nudge to reach out to someone important, reinforcing the power of maintaining those precious bonds. We're setting the stage for next week's deep dive into the book, which offers strategies for coping with stress, hardship, and trauma.
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1. 51 - The How of Happiness: Nurturing Social Relationships (00:00:00)

2. Nurturing Social Relationships for Happiness (00:01:29)

3. Nurturing Social Relationships for Happiness (00:07:58)

4. Investing in Relationships (00:16:31)

5. Coping and Managing Stress Strategies (00:30:32)