Relationships
Social connections and emotional health.
Do one small kind thing for someone each day
Doing acts of kindness gives a small to medium boost to your own well-being.
Express gratitude within 24 hours
Feeling grateful for someone's thoughtful help predicts a better relationship with them a month later.
Ask one follow-up question in every conversation
People who ask more follow-up questions are liked more, and on speed dates were more likely to be picked for a second date.
Meet up with a friend once a week
People with stronger relationships had 50% better odds of being alive over about 7.5 years.
Have 3 quick conversations a day
People feel happier on days they chat with more acquaintances and strangers than usual, however much time they spend with close friends.
Share 1 personal win daily
Telling others about good news is linked to feeling even better, beyond the boost from the good event itself.
Hold a 20-second hug each day
More frequent hugs from a partner are linked to higher oxytocin and lower resting blood pressure and heart rate.
Share 2 meals a week with others
Well-being rises with each meal people share, and sharing meals is linked to more positive feelings each day.
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