Human Connections

It is very important to have connections with others. If you want connection with others and to make friends then you must make time for it.

• Make time to schedule meeting with people. Call a friend and invite them over for drinks or go out for coffee. Invest in people and get to know them. It is easy to text someone but to put time aside to spend with someone gives you deeper connection.

• Cut down on screen time and social media. We are all using technology to connect but we are actually not connecting to people. Put down the phone and have an actual conversation face to face.

• Pay attention to people. When someone is talking to you, pay full attention and don't be distracted by your phone. To make good connections to others we must ask questions, pay attention and listen to others.

• Look people in the eye. This is pretty simple but many people find it uncomfortable to look someone in the eye when they speak to them. Maintain eye contact at all times.

• Be a friend in need. It is always fun to spend time with friends in good times but to make real lasting friendships we must be a true and loyal friend in both good and bad times.