OLLI AT UVM PRESENTS

In this online program, participants will engage in an exploration of the powerful impact social connectedness has on mental and physical well-being.  In our modern world, others can be a cause of stress, but also a tremendous source of resilience and contribute to aging well and living a life of flourishing. The program will examine the neuroscience that informs belonging, compassion,  empathy, and romantic love, while reviewing the effects of loneliness, highlighting its risks and the importance of fostering meaningful relationships. Through evidence-based insights, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how connection shapes the human experience.

Suggested Reading: Together: The Healing Power of Human Connection in a Sometimes Lonely World by Vivek Murthy, MD; Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation (2023 Surgeon General's Advisory) - https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/surgeon-general-social-connection