Helpful Background Material to take the group to the next level
The Good Life, by Dr. Robert Waldinger describes an 85-year-old Harvard study of what makes for healthy lives and a lifetime of happiness. It concludes with a simple idea: Quality of life depends on quality relationships, not money, fame or glory.
Platonic, by Marisa Franco probes us to understand how the science of attachment helps us make and keep friends. Excellent insights here on authenticity, vulnerability and generosity. How to Know a Person, by David Brooks. The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen. Strong insight into personality traits, art of empathy and valuing of experience. If you want only one book, choose this one.
We Should Get Together, by Kat Vellos offers a summary of how meaningful relationships grow from purposeful conversation.
The Art and Science of Connection, by Kasley Killam. The role of Social health in overall well-being.
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