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JULY 2020, VOLUME 31, ISSUE 7
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"Connection is the energy that exists between people when they feel seen, heard
and valued; when they can give and receive without judgement; and when they derive
sustenance and strength from the relationship." —Brené Brown
I
n our current and rapidly changing world, events have forced us into a socially
engineered environment, creating long term social isolation that has had some
strong and potentially long-lasting negative results affecting the state of our mental
health and that of our loved ones.
What is social isolation? It is defined as a state of complete or near complete lack of
contact between an individual and society. This change for many has drastically
decreased our community involvement, and connection has been attempted via new
technologies. The entire world has launched into staying connected virtually through
skype and zoom conference calls, social cocktail parties, and group facetime calls with
family and friends since mid-March when the craziness all began. Over time however,
social distancing is taking its toll, as we are seeing the elevation of stress, insomnia,
lowered immunity, short-tempers, and addictions. Both loneliness and social isolation
are driving up stress levels and wreaking havoc on the human body, including the brain.
Brené Brown, professor at the University of Houston Graduate College of Social
Work, said that "A deep sense of love and belonging is an irresistible need of all people.
We are biologically, cognitively, physically, and spiritually wired to love, to be loved, and
to belong. When those needs are not met, we don't function as we were meant to."
Are you socially isolated? If so, are you maintaining a balance physically and
emotionally to help keep your body and mind as healthy as possible? Our positive
relationships with others increase our own personal resilience and fortitude, keeping
the community strong. Connecting with positive people within our circle of influence,
that we can both laugh and dive deep with about questions that matter–will help us to
face life's challenges with courage and love.
STAYING CONNECTED
IN A DISCONNECTED
WORLD
Elle's View As I See It
