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Mental Health & Community

 

A community is a group of people with diverse characteristics who are linked by social ties, share common perspectives, and engage in joint action in geographical locations or settings. What scientists have found is that social isolation is associated with higher anxiety, depression, sleeplessness, and suicide rates. Social connections bring lower anxiety, proper sleep, and happiness, in other words, community is critically important to mental health. As humans, we are social beings, we are not meant to be huddled strangers, passing by each other like ships in the night. A sense of community is important for us to thrive, and gives a feeling of belonging. There is nothing that you have to change to be part of the community, but instead, you may be embraced and appreciated for your uniqueness, just remember, we are all the same, we are all different. There are a few different approaches to finding your community, such as...


  1. Explore Your Interests: Check your local newspaper for weekly events, such as rotary clubs, or tai chi classes. Being involved in activities of your choice, whether it's underwater basket weaving, pottery, or the book club, will introduce you to people with the same interests, and this makes it easier to have a connection. 


    2. Similar Belief System: Especially if you are struggling with mental health issues, having a community of people around you, who share the same faith, and belief system, and a shared emotional connection, can certainly help you cope.


Final Thoughts- When you choose the right community and surround yourself with like-minded people, you will benefit from this. Not only will we be in our happy place, but we will be feeling less stress and anxiety.

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