While professional pursuits give life purpose, moments of shared laughter, joy, and camaraderie remind us that we matter beyond our achievements, successes, and social standing. A well-nurtured friendship acts like a buffer against the uncertainty of life, and the comforting presence of friends becomes our emotional anchor, safeguarding our emotional health and well-being.
The longest study on adult life has confirmed the same. The data gathered over 85 years revealed that good relationships were the strongest predictor of lasting health and happiness.
As daunting as it may seem to step outside one’s comfort zone and interact with new people, it is an undertaking with enough benefits to be worth the effort it demands.
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