First-Year Seminar Readings
Lesson 5: Social wellness and well-being
Your connections with others can be kept healthy, too
Read through and consider each of the following:
· What
is social wellness and well-being?
https://positivepsychology.com/social-wellbeing/
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Examples: connecting with others, maintaining positive and strong
relationships, be comfortable with yourself in social situations, and
interacting with people who are positive and supportive, avoiding toxic
relationships, giving back your community
· Strengthening
social wellness and well-being
https://www.nih.gov/health-information/social-wellness-toolkit
Of special interest: Let’s deep dive into CONNECTION
· 6
Conversation Habits That Lead to More Meaningful Connection
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/a-shared-existence/202304/6-conversation-habits-for-more-meaningful-connections
· Helping
College Students Combat Loneliness
https://www.edumed.org/resources/student-loneliness-help-and-support/
· Feeling
lonely in college? A psychologist shares what to do
https://www.hercampus.com/wellness/what-do-if-you-re-feeling-lonely-college/
· What
is imposter syndrome and how can you combat it?
https://www.ted.com/talks/elizabeth_cox_what_is_imposter_syndrome_and_how_can_you_combat_it