Episode 18 - Why Connection Matters More Than Ever

About this episode

Mari and Amy discuss the importance of community and human connection in modern life and its impact on mental wellbeing.

Episode 18 - Why Connection Matters More Than Ever In this episode of The Health Connection , Mari and Amy explore the power of community and human connection - something that can easily slip down the priority list in busy, modern life. With many mums juggling full schedules, working from home, and spending long periods without meaningful interaction, they discuss how easy it is to feel disconnected without even realising it. They reflect on the importance of staying connected with others, whether that’s meeting a friend in person or simply picking up the phone for a quick chat, and how these small moments can have a big impact on our mental wellbeing. This episode is a gentle reminder that connection doesn’t have to be complicated but it does matter more than we often think. Get full access to The Health Connection at thehealthconnection.substack.com/subscribe

People in this episode

Hosts: Mari, Amy

Topics covered

• community
• human connection
• mental wellbeing

Keywords

• connection
• mums
• schedules
• interaction

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