Foster strong relationships with family and friends from "summary" of Raising Happiness by Christine Carter, Ph.D.
Building strong relationships with family and friends is crucial to our happiness and well-being. Research has shown that people who have strong social connections are generally happier, healthier, and live longer lives. But fostering these relationships takes time, effort, and intentionality. It is important to prioritize spending quality time with loved ones, even when life gets busy. One way to strengthen relationships with family and friends is to be fully present when spending time with them. This means putting away distractions like phones and other devices, and really listening to what the other person is saying. Showing genuine interest and empathy can go a long way in building trust and connection. Making an effort to communicate openly and honestly can also help to deepen relationships. Another important aspe...
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