Introduction

A consistent finding in wellbeing research to date is that relationships are a critical factor in wellbeing. We all have a biological need for social support that is rooted in our survival instincts, but beyond this, each time you genuinely connect with another person, the pleasure-inducing hormone oxytocin is released into your bloodstream reducing anxiety and stress and improving concentration and focus.

To  build or improve relationships as a way to improve your wellbeing, explore these choices:

Activities

Wellbeing Habit you can start today:

ACR Grid

Strengths feedback in your team

Ask appreciative questions

Watch these TED Talks

Book: Choose the life you want by Tal Ben-Shahar

Read these pages of the book Choose the Life You Want:

8, 11, 12, 18, 20, 30, 45, 47, 53, 58, 71, 73, 79, 89, 90, 96 

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