When you help people find belonging, you boost your city's physical, mental, and civic health—and it's not hard to get started.
A small city of 95,000 people just an hour outside of NYC, Norwalk is an amazing place to call home—and a great opportunity to show other cities what's possible when you implement simple policies to foster social health and civic participation.
Hope just became a strategy. Kathryn Goetzke, leading hope researcher and founder of The Shine Hope Company, unpacks the science behind cultivating hope and resilience in the face of adversity. In this conversation, we explore Goetzke's deeply personal journey, her research into America's hopelessness crisis, and practical strategies to design a more hopeful daily life.
Loneliness can feel like an insurmountable challenge, a silent epidemic that touches countless lives. Yet, the path to overcoming loneliness often begins with simple, actionable steps. Whether you're feeling a temporary sense of isolation or grappling with a more profound sense of disconnection, these strategies can help pave the way to a more connected, fulfilling life.
The opportunity for a narrative shift is right in front of us. With WeWork firmly in the public's rearview mirror, and millions of newly minted post-pandemic remote workers still trying to find a balance, coworking is poised to set up big time. There's just one nagging thing between the movement and a new level of growth: the message.
If you're headed back to where you grew up this holiday season, you may find opportunities there to unveil parts of yourself that will help you grow into who you want to become going forward. Get my free printable playbook while you're at it. <3
Brad Kerner of Eco Evolution brings a fascinating journey to the table—a journey molded by personal convictions, a push for environmental sustainability, and adapting to world-changing events like the COVID pandemic. Let's dive into some of the key takeaways from our candid conversation which uncovered unique insights about community-building, environmental sustainability, and entrepreneurship in the context of modern societal shifts.
Are you feeling disconnected in a world that's more connected than ever? You're not alone. In a time when isolation and loneliness are on the rise, finding genuine belonging and connection is more important than ever. "Unmuck Your Life: 4 Transformative Steps to Belonging" is your guide to breaking free from the loneliness cycle and fostering fulfilling connections with yourself, your friends, and the world around you.
Stefano Sacchi, founder of Epic Llama, designs playful experiences to inspire human connections. Stefano has dedicated his work to creating inclusive spaces that break down barriers and allow people to authentically interact.
Matt Chavez is co-founder of Listening Lab, a project aimed at encouraging community interactions and sharing of personal stories through mixed-media installations. He's perhaps best known for Subway Therapy, an immersive public art project initiated in the aftermath of the 2016 U.S. presidential election. Public Participation: The project featured 2,000+ anonymous sticky notes posted by commuters on the walls of NYC's Union Square subway station.
We started gathering folks for a simple coworking session at our favorite local cafe. Read on to hear what I learned and get tips on how you can start your own.
As key stewards of public health, governments have many evidenced-based options to strengthen social connection from the policy level down to local community action. Here are some top recommendations based on the Surgeon General’s report.