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Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques

101. We Belong Together: How Communication Fuels Connection and Community

Aug 8, 2023
Geoffrey Cohen, a psychology professor and author of 'Belonging: The Science of Creating Connection and Bridging Divides,' discusses the critical importance of authentic connections for emotional wellbeing. He emphasizes that effective communication is key to establishing these connections. Topics include mastering empathy and emotion, key ingredients for impactful dialogue, the powerful health benefits of belonging, and strategies to cultivate understanding in diverse communities, highlighting how our need for connection shapes our lives.
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  • Authentic connection is essential for a happy and healthy life, and not having it contributes to disease and mortality.
  • Deep connections and acts of kindness positively impact health and well-being more than a healthy diet and exercise.

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Belonging is the Key to Connection and Acceptance

Belonging is the sense of being included and accepted by a larger group. It is both a state and a process, providing a feeling of acceptance and being part of something greater. As social beings, humans have evolved to rely on connections and belonging for survival and thriving. Belonging has numerous benefits, from solving common problems to fostering biological and psychological well-being. Loneliness and disconnection can lead to biological damage and contribute to diseases and early mortality.

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