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Sharpen your social skills — articles on relationships, community, and belonging to optimize your social health.

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This Trick May Help You Overcome Shyness & Social Anxiety
If you feel like social anxiety is getting in the way of your personal and professional life, it might be worth trying something unconventional to help you work through it.
Everything You’ve Ever Wanted to Know About Men’s Groups
What exactly is a men’s group and what actually happens in these mysterious meetings? We asked somatic psychotherapist and men’s group facilitator, Jeff Howard, about his experience.
Understanding Your Social Circles
From the fabulous folks in your outer circle to the chosen family in your inner circle, your health and happiness thrive with community.
20 Ways to Celebrate National Friendship Day
Whether you’ve known each other since preschool or only met a month ago, true friends are priceless and great relationships deserve celebration.
We Surveyed 500+ People to Find Out Why It’s Hard to Become Closer Friends
If you’re looking to high-jump your own social roadblocks, what we learned provides fresh perspective on what’s holding most of us back from becoming closer to our friends.
Are We Really Ever “Too Busy” for Social Connection?
Why do we put so much effort into staying busy, and so little time into nurturing our most important relationships?
5 Simple Steps to Transform Your Dinner Party & Create Meaningful Conversations
Whether you live in a small apartment or you’re hosting a dinner party at a restaurant, use these tips for meaningful hang time with friends.
How to Lean Into Loneliness
Resist the urge to recoil from discomfort in your life and watch the magic happen. Learn how to lean into loneliness and embrace new opportunities to grow.
This One Skill Will Make You a Better Friend
If you’re looking to show people you care and strengthen your connections, you’ve gotta amp up your active and empathetic listening skills.
The 4 Characteristics of People Who Found the Key to Genuine Connection
With Brené Brown’s new special at the top of our Netflix queues, we revisit her TEDTalk on vulnerability and how it leads to genuine connection.
The Joy in Making New & Unexpected Friends
With our busy lives, letting new people in often ranks low on our list of priorities. But what happens when we take a chance on someone? Sometimes… magic.
Alone Together: Eliminating the Stigma and Overcoming Loneliness
Whether it’s a moment of total disconnection in a crowd of friends or absolute bliss when on your own, your sense of loneliness is not entirely based on the presence of others.
Eliminate BS and Redefine Your Friendships: 3 Ways to Set Healthy Boundaries in Any Relationship
Cultivating a healthy relationship involves honoring your personal needs first. Learn how to set boundaries in just about any relationship.
13 Books to Improve Your Social Health
Just like quality time with friends, reading can help your mental and social health.
The Importance of Friendships in Your Health and Well-Being
A close inner circle of friends is scientifically proven to make you a happier and healthier human being.