What is and social wellness and how important is it? This episode covers the challenge of making and maintaining deep, meaningful friendships as adults. We explore why social connections are essential for longevity and mental health and share practical tips for fostering social wellness.

1. Making time for close friendships
2. Joining community groups
3. Hosting gatherings
4. Planning hangouts
5. Bringing friends into your hobbies
6. Balancing real-life and digital interactions.

This episode also touches on the concept of self-stewardship and how it benefits others and honors God by managing yourself and your relationships responsibly.

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

00:47 The Car Analogy of Life

01:58 Breaking Down Relational Wellness

03:19 The Importance of Social Wellness

04:18 Challenges of Making Friends as Adults

08:30 Statistics on Social Connections

10:12 Self Stewardship and Social Wellness

14:19 Impact of Social Wellness on Other Life Areas

18:45 Tips for Building and Maintaining Friendships

35:21 Balancing Real Life and Digital Friendships

40:47 Conclusion and Final Thoughts