By Alyson Frey | HealthWorks Peer Educator
Connection with friends is a vital part of positive mental health and emotional well-being. There are ways to strengthen connection with people and in turn improve well-being. Here are a few tips.
- Establish respect and trust.
- Maintain eye contact during conversations.
- Share your feelings.
Respect is the foundation to any relationship. When you feel respected, you feel a sense of trust and connect with that person. When you trust someone and feel heard, you are likely to share your feelings. Work toward trust and open communication to help your friendships grow and prosper, as well as improve your mental health and happiness. To learn more, sign up for a one-on-one peer education healthy relationship session!
Source: Seppala, D. E. (2017, June 28). Connectedness & Health: The science of social connection. The Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education. Retrieved October 15, 2021, from http://ccare.stanford.edu/uncategorized/connectedness-health-the-science-of-social-connection-infographic/.