A long with a healthy diet and regular physical activity, maintaining positive social connections is one of the most important factors for a long and happy life. Some studies suggest it's just as beneficial as giving up smoking!
Most people find their social circles shrink as they get older, with our 30s considered the peak time for shedding friends. However, as we head towards retirement years with kids flying the coop, it's often a time when we need our buddies most.
"Healthy relationships are the underpinning of our mental health and launch us to success," says Joanne Wilson, a neuropsychotherapist and founder of The Relationship Rejuvenator. "A great friend is worth valuing and often can be just as important, if not more so, than family as we age."
Making new friends is one way to broaden your social circle, but maintaining the bonds we already have is also key. If there's a pal you'd like to catch up with, now's the time to rekindle your friendship!
RECONNECTING
This story is from the April 22, 2024 edition of Woman's Day Australia.
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