We, as human beings, need social connection in order to lead a physically and emotionally healthy lifestyle. As loneliness and isolation are becoming more common in our society, it is increasingly important for people to be aware of their social needs and learn how to get those needs met in a healthy way.
Kurzgesagt- In a Nutshell posted a video recently that explains loneliness as a form of social pain, our body’s response to a lack of supportive relationships or a “hunger” for connection. The video talks about how chronic loneliness develops and touches on some of the ways that you can break the self-perpetuating cycle of isolation and disconnection. Watch the video here:
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