🎙️ Episode 231: Why In-Person Connection Matters 🤝🏽💬💒

Today we're talking about the POWER of showing up—literally.

Whether it's a hug, a hospital visit, or just coffee across the table—face-to-face connection matters more than ever.

Here’s what you’ll hear:

1️⃣ The Late Dr. Charles Stanley said connection isn’t optional—it’s vital. Cathrine shares how his words shaped her view of relationships. 👨🏽‍⚕️📚

2️⃣ Tracy breaks down a powerful 2023 study showing that in-person connection boosted happiness way more than video chats or texts. Zoom has its place, but our brains want the real deal! 🧠❤️

📖 Link to study: https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-023-34957-4

3️⃣ Intentional connection—we get real about making time:

👩🏼‍💻 Our bestie Bible study is on Zoom—but we still meet up IRL!

🎗️ Tracy’s dad showed up during cancer.

🏥 Cathrine is showing up for Emily today.

💞 Lynn got a real-life hug.

🩺 Cathrine keeps it personal with in-person doctor visits.

💡 Inspiration from Scripture:

“And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together… but encouraging one another…”

— Hebrews 10:24 –25 📖

🙌 Call to Action:

Who do you need to connect with in person today?

📅 Make the plan.

🕰️ Invest the time.

💙 Connect with the Lord—and with people.

You’ll both be better for it. Laugh Anyway. 🤗😂