The importance of staying connected

Staying connected to other people is important for maintaining your overall health and wellbeing. It’s particularly important for your social and mental health.

Here are some of the main reasons why staying connected to others is so important:

• Social support - remaining well connected to other people provides us with social support, which is essential to help you cope with difficult times. Social support can also reduce your anxiety and worries.
• Increased happiness - staying socially connected with others can also increase our sense of happiness and wellbeing. It enables you to laugh and enjoy yourself and feel a sense of belonging.
• Better physical health - being socially connected to other people can also positively influence your physical health. Studies have shown that people who have strong social connections are less likely to experience chronic health conditions and could even live longer than those who are more socially isolated.

In our busy lives it can be hard to enjoy quality time with others. Short visits, family meals, chatting with a workout buddy, or coffee with colleagues, all of these activities can help you feel connected.