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Professor Julianne Holt-Lunstad on the vital importance of social connection. Episode 5

Professor Julianne Holt-Lunstad on the vital importance of social connection. Episode 5

Update: 2021-08-29
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In this episode we learn about a vitally important aspect of our health, but one that doesn't seem to get the attention it deserves. The topic is social connection and I sit down with Professor Julianne Holt-Lunstad who is one of the worlds most renowned experts on the subject. Here she explains how social connection can be defined and measured and what the research says about its impact on our health and wellbeing. We also learn how you can evaluate and reflect on your own level of connection and we go on to discuss different ways to use this knowledge to grow and nurture your own social life.  

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Professor Julianne Holt-Lunstad on the vital importance of social connection. Episode 5

Professor Julianne Holt-Lunstad on the vital importance of social connection. Episode 5

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