Making Connections: Overcoming Loneliness in a Disconnected Society

“Loneliness is an Epidemic.” That was the official declaration of the surgeon general in 2023.

What is the evidence and what are the consequences?

How does modern society differ from how we evolved?

How does modern society differ from how it was in the 1950s?

What can we do about it in psychotherapy?

Self- Determination Theory

-              Connectedness

-              Autonomy

-              Competency

Positive Psychology

-              Meaning

-              Flow

-              Pleasure

Growth Mindset

-              You teach these skills.

Healing through Helping

What can we do in our community?

Creating actives

Third Spaces

Facilitate Intimate Sharing

Promote what others are doing.