101+ ways to create connection and community.

3 out of 4 Americans report that they are dissatisfied with the quality of their relationships. 2 out of 5 say they don’t feel close with anyone. Even worse, this lack of connection is fueling the current depression pandemic.

Having positive relationships is the number one predictor of happiness and helps prevent and reduce depression. Every act of connection—large and small—matters. When you connect, you protect.

This blog is a growing collection of small action steps—based on research—that you can use to improve the quality of your relationships and create stronger connection in your life and workplace. A new post is released each Monday. I hope you’re inspired to experiment and would love to hear your thoughts, ideas, and experiences in the comments.

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Posts in burnout

92. Notice the Good: most people feel unappreciated

Most people at work (and at home) feel unappreciated. Taking 2 minutes to notice the good can make a big difference.

burnout, connection, productivityJessica GiffordJune 5, 2023appreciation, encouragement, recognition Comments

72. Make people feel needed (give them a role)

50% of American workers are burned out, and loneliness is a major contributor. One way to increase a sense of belonging is to give people a role.

burnout, belonging, loneliness, connectionJessica GiffordJanuary 16, 2023teamwork, burnout, roleComment

30. Set boundaries. Caring TOO much may be contributing to burnout.

We tend to think of compassionate people as having a bottomless well of kindness, but the truth is that the people who are most compassionate have strong boundaries.

burnout, wellness, relationshipsJessica GiffordMarch 14, 2022boundaries, compassion Comments