16: Having a Support System

Growing your relationships with those that you are close to will add much more than a conversation to your life. The close relationships will add support and encouragement to help you excel in all areas of life.

While social media makes us think that we are growing closer together with all of our friends, it can actually keep you further from them. Check in with those you want to grow closer to. Ask them how their week is or what is going on - and genuinely listen to them. Caring about others will naturally bring you closer to them, so start by reaching out, then listen to them.

Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik Hall

Resources:

-Joe Rogan Experience #975 - Sebastian Junger [podcast]
-Joe Rogan Experience #1034 - Sebastian Junger [podcast]
-Tribe: On Homecoming and Belonging - Sebastian Junger [book]
-Road to the Games Ep. 18.05: Mat Fraser Vs. The World [video]
-WebMD: “Loneliness Rivals Obesity, Smoking as Health Risk” [article]
-New York Times: “The Surprising Effects of Loneliness on Health” [article]
-University of Buffalo: “Developing Your Support System” [article]
-Cloze [app]

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