Several studies indicate that people with friendships (whether close or not) are less likely to suffer from issues such as depression. Especially after the Covid-19 pandemic, we understand that isolation and the absence of social connections, even less significant ones, can be harmful to both physical and mental health.
In previous articles, we discussed the importance of a support network and the need to combat loneliness for greater well-being. To fight loneliness, it is essential to build a social network that allows for fulfilling relationships and conversations while addressing various needs—social, emotional, physical, and others that may arise.
In our daily lives, several factors can trigger symptoms of stress or anxiety, from financial and health concerns to issues of isolation, among others. Because it is so common to encounter these triggers in daily life, it is important to know what resources we can use for good self-regulation in stressful or anxiety-inducing situations.
