Social connections are essential to health and well-being. Centenarians in the original Blue Zones regions of the world put Family First, have robust support groups that we call the Right Tribe, a strong sense of Purpose, and typically Belong to a faith-based community. They also relieve stress by Downshifting through meditation or mindfulness. Cultivate a sense of belonging by sharing your time in intentional ways with family, friends, and the community. And take time to connect with yourself too.
Resources for Building a Power Plan to CONNECT
Find free Purpose Workshops and other virtual Live+Well programs
Use the Blue Zones Family Checklist to set up your home for a happy and healthy family
Take frequent work breaks and practice the Downshift Dozen
Encourage children to read every day and explore at the Fort Worth Public Library
Find reading resources for children at ReadFortWorth
Relax and enjoy some virtual meditation
Why Purpose might be a better goal than happiness
Stop and smell the roses at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden
Connect, volunteer, and so much more at a Fort Worth Community Center