• 2384: The One Thing That Makes For a Happier, Longer Life by Dr. Jenny Brockis on Quality of Relationships

  • Nov 17 2024
  • Length: 13 mins
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2384: The One Thing That Makes For a Happier, Longer Life by Dr. Jenny Brockis on Quality of Relationships

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  • Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2384: Dr. Jenny Brockis explores the secret to a longer, happier life by drawing on findings from the Harvard Adult Development study and the concept of social integration seen in Blue Zones. The key to both health and longevity isn't wealth or status, but the quality of our relationships and everyday social interactions, emphasizing the importance of staying connected face-to-face with others in our communities. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://drjennybrockis.com/2021/2/25/the-one-thing-that-makes-for-a-happier-longer-life/ Quotes to ponder: "How happy we are in our relationships has a powerful influence on our health the best predictor at age 50 of your physical health at age 80 isn’t your cholesterol level, but how satisfied you are in your relationships." "Your social integration is about how much you interact with others around you." "Failing to connect with others regularly, face-to-face, damages our health, our mental wellbeing, our cognition and shortens lives." Episode references: Robert Waldinger's TED Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/robert_waldinger_what_makes_a_good_life_lessons_from_the_longest_study_on_happiness The Village Effect: https://www.amazon.com/Village-Effect-Face-Face-Healthier/dp/0307359549 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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